# Building permits at 4-12 Elko St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.8M project at 20 Chestnut Hill Av, permitted Sep 14.

102 permits on record here. The newest, Apr 23: Unit 809 create a laundry closet where existing recessed cabinet is located. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 61 more permits (59 projects) since May 1. A zoning hearing Nov 10 covers 12 Snow St, 0.22 mi south.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Unit 809 create a laundry closet where existing recessed cabinet is located. New electrical and plumbing. Plumbing is to be stubbed up and down for future connections. | $10,000 | [SF1837605](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1837605/) |
| Apr 14, 2026 | Plumbing | New Laundry on unit # 809 | $2,500 | [PL1838135](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1838135/) |
| Apr 9, 2026 | Electrical | Work Being conducted in building 8 unit 809 - Laundry closet retrofit; new washer and dryer circuits. | $3,000 | [E1837782](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1837782/) |
| Feb 3, 2026 | Electrical | 4-12 Elko Street Wire furnace, wire receptacle in basement of Building 12 | $1,000 | [E1817899](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1817899/) |
| Dec 28, 2025 | Plumbing | Instal washing machine box with hammer arrestors and drain waste and vent to second floor for future connections | $2,500 | [PL1807371](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1807371/) |
| Nov 24, 2025 | Electrical | Renovation work being done in unit 1203 only. Install new wiring for receptacles, switches, lighting and appliances. | $19,000 | [E1799488](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1799488/) |
| Nov 16, 2025 | Plumbing | Remodel and renovate existing bathroom with new updated fixtures. Relocate fixtures in kitchen. Kitchen sink dishwasher and garbage disposal. | $6,500 | [PL1797120](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1797120/) |
| Nov 13, 2025 | Plumbing | Relocate gas risers in the kitchen area to another part of the kitchen. | $2,700 | [G1797106](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1797106/) |
| Oct 22, 2025 | Alteration or repair | UNIT 1203 ONLY- NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES- remove and replace kitchen, remove and replace bathroom, remove and replace doors and trim, add lighting and outlets. Paint entire unit, and refinish flooring. | $156,836 | [SF1773427](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1773427/) |
| Jan 15, 2025 | Plumbing | Install (3) standpipes w/ trap primers & vents through roof | $10,000 | [PL1683794](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1683794/) |
| Jan 14, 2025 | Electrical | Tenants: panelboard upgrade, wire and connection for new heat pump mini-splits (supplied and furnished by others), bathroom baseboard heat. Common area: replace hallway light fixtures, new stairwell baseboard heat. | $370,000 | [E1683606](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1683606/) |
| Dec 23, 2024 | Mechanical (HVAC) | No Structural changes, HVAC changeover to heat pumps for efficiency for all units in the building. Decommission existing natural gas building boilers and dispose. Change over the load centers in each unit, patch and paint as necessary. Aesthetic repair to shared hallways of carpet and paint. | $3,174,659 | [SF1676630](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1676630/) |
| Apr 29, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Electrical upgrade of 4, 8, and 12 Elko St - exterior excavation/trenching for new primary and secondary conduits, install new conduits, build 3 new interior metal-framed/fire-rated walls in basement for new meters. Demo old meters, replace with new; run new wiring. Associated drywall/painting.*15 a | $697,839 | [ALT1581171](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1581171/) |
| Mar 27, 2024 | Electrical | 4-12 Elko Street Install new 1200 Amp service. Eversource Work Order number 542585 | $180,000 | [E1584225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1584225/) |
| Aug 22, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Erect pipe staging on the front facade between 8 and 12 Elko Street. Flash lintels over triple windows (6) Re-point mortar joints 160 sq/ft Replace deteriorated concrete sills at triple windows (2) Repairs to parapet wall including replacing cornice stones (3) | $98,975 | [SF1382385](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1382385/) |
| Dec 10, 2021 | Fire systems | Upgrading Fire Alarm System at 4,8,12 Elko St; (ISD note: one owner multi building design )ISD REVIEW NOTE; THIS NEEDS ASSITANCE FROM OCCUPANCY COMMITTEE; only 15 units shows in records and there are 45 =/- unit shown on plan so;see also ALT 123247; Alt1234249; IS THIS ONE OR THREE BUIDINGD ? how ma | $35,000 | [ALT1199210](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1199210/) |
| May 25, 2021 | Fire systems | Install a new fire system to bring bldg. up to current code for 4, 8 & 12 Elko Street, Brighton, Ma. | $63,000 | [EFA1059125](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1059125/) |
| Sep 30, 2020 | Electrical | 12-11 Installation of 4 Cat 6 Data and 6 RG6 Cable receptacles | $300 | [ELV1122326](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1122326/) |
| Sep 30, 2020 | Electrical | 12-05 Installation of 4 Cat 6 Data and 6 RG6 Cable receptacles | $300 | [ELV1122325](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1122325/) |
| Sep 30, 2020 | Fire systems | 12-11 Installation of 120v Line Voltage Smoke Detectors | $400 | [EFA1122323](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1122323/) |
| Sep 30, 2020 | Fire systems | 12-05 Installation of 120v Line Voltage Smoke Detectors | $400 | [EFA1122319](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1122319/) |
| Sep 28, 2020 | Plumbing | Rough and Finish 2 Bathrooms and 2 Kitchens | $12,000 | [PL1115509](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1115509/) |
| Sep 10, 2020 | Electrical | Renovation of an apartment. New installation of wiring. | $2,000 | [E1110781](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1110781/) |
| Sep 2, 2020 | Electrical | Renovation of an apartment. New Install. Rough and Final | $2,500 | [E1110778](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1110778/) |
| May 21, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Unit Rehab- Selective Demo, Framing, overlay ceiling and walls with drywall, New doors and trim, ceramic tile, cabinets Paint electrical and plumbing, work to be in unit#1211; Unit #11 | $93,763 | [ALT1056689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1056689/) |
| May 21, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Unit Rehab- Selective Demo, Framing, overlay ceiling and walls with drywall, New doors and trim, ceramic tile, cabinets Paint electrical and plumbing. Work to be done in unit# 1205 Unit # 5 | $101,950 | [ALT1056675](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1056675/) |
| Mar 3, 2020 | Alteration or repair | removing interior walls;for ALT1056689 Unit 1211 | $6,700 | [SF1057587](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1057587/) |
| Mar 3, 2020 | Alteration or repair | removing of interior walls;for ALT 1056675 Unit # 1205 | $8,100 | [SF1057569](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1057569/) |
| Dec 18, 2019 | Plumbing | Gas retest at 12 elko st. Unit 8. | $100 | [G1034833](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1034833/) |
| Nov 27, 2019 | Plumbing | replacement - laundry - kitchen and bath - #2 | $5,000 | [PL1024843](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1024843/) |
| Nov 27, 2019 | Plumbing | replacement kit -bath-laundry | $5,000 | [PL1024838](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1024838/) |
| Nov 27, 2019 | Plumbing | range replacement - work in unit#2 | $500 | [G1024842](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1024842/) |
| Nov 27, 2019 | Plumbing | Range replacement | $500 | [G1024835](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1024835/) |
| Oct 15, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Unit - 1202 Unit remodel | $92,250 | [SF1012379](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1012379/) |
| Oct 15, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Unit - 1201 Unit remodel | $90,550 | [SF1012377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1012377/) |
| Jul 29, 2019 | Electrical | New Unit Media Panel, & 3 tv coax & cat6 locations | $500 | [ELV981059](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV981059/) |
| Jul 29, 2019 | Electrical | Rewiring of 1 Bedroom apartment at 8 Elko St unit 7, New 125 amp feeder cable, new 125 amp load center, new kitchen and bathroom. | $12,000 | [E981020](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E981020/) |
| Jul 29, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Install one 3 ply LVL beam in unit 807 according to engineering stamped drawings. Currently working in the unit under Short Form # SF923128 Eplan | $2,700 | [ALT963571](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT963571/) |
| Jun 7, 2019 | Electrical | Rewire Unit 403 for power and lighting | $8,500 | [E959639](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E959639/) |
| May 20, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Unit 403. kitchen bath renovation,demo floor,reinstall and level,Install one LVL beam to support the floor above as per plan, see (;short form for fee) | $82,661 | [ALT924227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT924227/) |
| May 20, 2019 | Alteration or repair | see SHORT FORM NUMBER SF913558 for fee,UNIT 409;complete gut rehab, INSTALL 4 SUPPORT BEAMS TO SUPPORT THE ROOF as per plan,(work started by others); | $55,972 | [ALT923126](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT923126/) |
| May 20, 2019 | Alteration or repair | ; complete gut rehab,(see;SF913554 for fee ) unit 404 Need to install;two LVLs;to support a load bearing wall. (some work done by others) | $42,776 | [ALT923124](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT923124/) |
| May 1, 2019 | Plumbing | Building 8 apt 7 1 gas stove on second floor | $600 | [G946447](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G946447/) |
| Apr 29, 2019 | Plumbing | Bulding 8 apt 7 RENOVATION: 1 kitchen, 1 full bathroom on second floor | $7,000 | [PL946445](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL946445/) |
| Mar 6, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Complete remodeling of apartment 807 according to plans. Gut only bathroom and kitchen. | $79,581 | [SF923128](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF923128/) |
| Feb 20, 2019 | Electrical | renovations to apartment | $6,500 | [E923121](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E923121/) |
| Feb 13, 2019 | Plumbing | 1 Bathroom, 1 Kitchen and 1 Laundry renovation | $6,000 | [PL923277](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL923277/) |
| Feb 13, 2019 | Plumbing | 1 gas stove | $600 | [G923288](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G923288/) |
| Feb 6, 2019 | Electrical | rewireing apartment and adding 6 cable tv and 2 cat 6. work to be done in units 404 and 409 | $600 | [ELV921316](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV921316/) |
| Feb 6, 2019 | Electrical | Rewire apartment work to be done in unit 409 | $7,000 | [E921177](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E921177/) |
| Jan 31, 2019 | Electrical | rewire apartment | $7,000 | [E919467](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E919467/) |
| Jan 28, 2019 | Plumbing | 409 elko kitchen,bath and laundry | $6,000 | [PL916902](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL916902/) |
| Jan 28, 2019 | Plumbing | 4 Elko 409 replace stove | $500 | [G916903](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G916903/) |
| Jan 22, 2019 | Plumbing | replacement kitchen and bath | $7,000 | [PL915702](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL915702/) |
| Jan 22, 2019 | Plumbing | stove replacement, | $1,000 | [G915703](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G915703/) |
| Jan 7, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Unit Rehab in unit#8. | $83,035 | [SF912512](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF912512/) |
| Sep 14, 2018 | Plumbing | bathroom and kitchen remodel, laundry #404 | $5,000 | [PL878274](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL878274/) |
| Sep 14, 2018 | Plumbing | replace stove #404 | $600 | [G878276](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G878276/) |
| Jun 14, 2018 | Electrical | Installing;fire, heat, smoke detectors, pull stations, horn strobes and fire alarm control panel and radio communicator | $17,000 | [EFA843564](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA843564/) |
| Jun 7, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Remodel Kitchen and Bath, layover existing walls with 3/8 sheetrock.;UNIT B1, UNIT;8 AND UNIT 12 | $210,929 | [SF839562](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF839562/) |
| May 8, 2018 | Plumbing | bathroom and kitchen | $4,500 | [PL828355](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL828355/) |
| May 8, 2018 | Plumbing | bathroom and kitchen | $4,500 | [PL828352](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL828352/) |
| May 8, 2018 | Plumbing | install stove | $500 | [G828356](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G828356/) |
| May 8, 2018 | Plumbing | replace stove | $500 | [G828354](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G828354/) |
| Apr 24, 2018 | Plumbing | replace fixtures B1 | $4,000 | [PL822239](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL822239/) |
| Apr 24, 2018 | Plumbing | replace stove | $500 | [G822240](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G822240/) |
| Jan 22, 2018 | Electrical | rewire unit | $6,000 | [E795060](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E795060/) |
| Nov 22, 2017 | Plumbing | Bathroom remodel, relocating kitchen | $5,000 | [PL779004](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL779004/) |
| Nov 22, 2017 | Plumbing | Moving stove location | $1,000 | [G779003](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G779003/) |
| Nov 15, 2017 | Electrical | renovate apartment with new lighting and power to specs | $3,500 | [E777651](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E777651/) |
| Nov 3, 2017 | Electrical | update electrical in unit | $6,000 | [E769855](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E769855/) |
| Oct 30, 2017 | Plumbing | kitchen and bath | $5,000 | [PL770422](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL770422/) |
| Oct 30, 2017 | Plumbing | install stove | $500 | [G770423](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G770423/) |
| Oct 12, 2017 | Plumbing | bath and kitchen replacement | $5,000 | [PL763813](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL763813/) |
| Oct 12, 2017 | Plumbing | replace stove | $500 | [G763815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G763815/) |
| Oct 3, 2017 | Electrical | renovate unit | $6,000 | [E762799](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E762799/) |
| Sep 27, 2017 | Plumbing | bathroom fixture swap, making the bathtub a shower | $5,000 | [PL759189](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL759189/) |
| Sep 27, 2017 | Plumbing | moving kitchen stove gas line to apt 4, moving gas lines to apt 8 & 12 that run through apt 4 | $2,000 | [G759188](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G759188/) |
| Sep 13, 2017 | Alteration or repair | kitchen and bathroom remodel | $67,200 | [SF751828](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF751828/) |
| Sep 13, 2017 | Alteration or repair | kitchen and bathroom remodel | $67,200 | [SF751824](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF751824/) |
| Sep 13, 2017 | Alteration or repair | kitchen and bathroom remodel | $67,200 | [SF751819](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF751819/) |
| Aug 16, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Kitchen and bathroom Remodel | $68,950 | [SF740024](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF740024/) |
| Aug 16, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Kitchen and bathroom Remodel | $66,450 | [SF738550](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF738550/) |
| Jun 26, 2017 | Electrical | Complete rewire of all outlets, switches and light fixtures in apartment | $4,000 | [E724423](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E724423/) |
| Apr 25, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Note: the contract below is an amendment of our contract with that owner, we are currently finishing up 4 other apartment updates for them in the same building. Scope: Update of 2 apartments at 8 Elko Street in Brighton: -Demolition: Remove existing trim, remove kitchen cabinets and appliances, remo | $128,200 | [SF695239](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF695239/) |
| Apr 25, 2017 | Plumbing | remodel 3/4 Bath & Kitchen | $10,000 | [PL701855](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL701855/) |
| Apr 24, 2017 | Plumbing | remodel kitchen and bathroom | $4,000 | [PL701306](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL701306/) |
| Apr 24, 2017 | Plumbing | gas range relocation | $500 | [G701305](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G701305/) |
| Apr 18, 2017 | Electrical | Complete rewire of all outlets, switches and light fixtures in apartment. | $4,000 | [E699615](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E699615/) |
| Apr 18, 2017 | Electrical | Complete rewire of all outlets, switches and light fixtures in apartment. | $4,000 | [E698445](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E698445/) |
| Dec 13, 2016 | Plumbing | Retest for gas company | $200 | [G665297](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G665297/) |
| Nov 30, 2016 | Plumbing | Remodel kitchen & 3/4 bath | $4,000 | [PL661355](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL661355/) |
| Nov 30, 2016 | Plumbing | remodel kitchen & 3/4 bath | $4,000 | [PL661354](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL661354/) |
| Nov 30, 2016 | Plumbing | Remodel kitchen & 3/4 bath | $4,000 | [PL661353](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL661353/) |
| Nov 30, 2016 | Plumbing | remodel kitchen & 3/4 Bath | $4,000 | [PL661352](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL661352/) |
| Nov 21, 2016 | Electrical | Renovations of 4 apartments. | $15,000 | [E659179](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E659179/) |
| Nov 8, 2016 | Alteration or repair | building;4 Elko Unit #6 &;Unit #10 - Reconfiguration of interior floor plan. Replace appliances, bathroom fixtures, electrical fixtures, and finish floor. Enclose area to separate bedroom from open living area. building 8 Elko Unit #6 &; Unit #10- Reconfiguration of interior floor plan. Replace appl | $20,000 | [SF574291](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF574291/) |
| Sep 24, 2014 | Electrical | install 60 amps sub panel building 8 unit 3 and 11 | $3,000 | [E410902](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E410902/) |
| Oct 10, 2013 | Plumbing | Removal of 1 of 3 oil fired burners and installation of 1 of 3 gas fired Carlin burners at 4-8 Elko St. | $2,000 | [G291784](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G291784/) |
| Oct 10, 2013 | Plumbing | removal of 1 of 3 oil fired burners and installation of 1 of 3 gas fired Carlin burners at 4-8 Elko St | $4,000 | [G291718](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G291718/) |
| Aug 20, 2013 | Plumbing | removal of 3 oil fired burners and installation of 3 gas fired Carlin burners at 4-8 Elko St | $4,000 | [G262368](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G262368/) |
| Nov 30, 2011 | Fire systems | test dwelling unit smoke alarms | $625 | [EFA107874](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA107874/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

61 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2026 | [15 Henshaw St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-henshaw-st/) | 180 ft W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-866480) (Unit-3) | $3,000 | [SF1871068](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871068/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 29 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2026 | [27 Sparhawk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-sparhawk-st/) | 800 ft NW | Electrical | rewire kitchen counter,bathroom add recessed lights and outlets | $5,500 | [E1908549](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1908549/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [27 Sparhawk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-sparhawk-st/) | 800 ft NW | Plumbing | replace stove | $500 | [G1905865](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1905865/) |
| Oct 3, 2026 | [27 Sparhawk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-sparhawk-st/) | 800 ft NW | Plumbing | kitchen and bathroom fixture swap out | $4,000 | [PL1905862](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905862/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [56 Murdock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-murdock-st/) | 940 ft NE | Demolition | Demolish existing multifamilyDig Safe#20263209812 | $50,000 | [SF1896841](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896841/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [396 Market St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/396-market-st/) | 940 ft W | Plumbing | Installing indirect drain on prep sink in basement | $500 | [PL1904758](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904758/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [736 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/736-cambridge-st/) | 360 ft E | Electrical | Install 23 Data cables | $8,000 | [ELV1899251](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1899251/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [27 Sparhawk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-sparhawk-st/) | 800 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remodel kitchen and bathroom at 29 Sparhawk St, | $24,000 | [SF1899970](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899970/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [26 Winship St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-winship-st/) | 910 ft SW | Roofing | Furnish and install a new EPDM (rubber) roofing system on rear of home. | $5,782 | [SF1896383](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896383/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [332 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/332-washington-st/) | 870 ft W | Electrical | Remove existing 200A defective meter socket with bypass. Install new 200A meter socket with bypass. | $1,800 | [E1894151](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894151/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [329-343 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/329--343-washington-st/) | 790 ft W | Plumbing | Demo work only - Remove & cap existing gas pipe to 33 stoves and throughout building | $5,500 | [G1882982](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1882982/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [736 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/736-cambridge-st/) | 360 ft E | Plumbing | demo med gas lines and make safe (oxygen, medical air, vacuum). It is understood that a plumbing permit is not required for any medical gas work but Boston Medical has asked us to file a permit | $5,000 | [PL1875947](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1875947/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [29 Henshaw St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-henshaw-st/) | 480 ft W | Plumbing | Remove existing furnace and replace with new furnace | $5,000 | [G1879706](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1879706/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [261-265 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/261--265-washington-st/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | Wiring for the installation of (1) Heat pump | $1,500 | [E1878203](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878203/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [736 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/736-cambridge-st/) | 360 ft E | Fire systems | Boston Medical Center- Brighton- EP-2 Lab- Remove Existing Ceiling Tiles, Turn Four (4) sprinkler heads upright for equipment installation, reinstall ceiling and turn sprinkler head down in original locations. No Added Sprinkler Coverage. All work in full compliance with MGL 780 CMR, 527 CMR | $1,200 | [SF1877164](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877164/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [736 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/736-cambridge-st/) | 360 ft E | Alteration or repair | Boston Medical Center - Brighton-Emergency Equipment Replacement EP2 Lab - Replace ceiling,flooring, Swap out Equiptment and repair electrical. All work in full compliance with MGL 780 CMR, 527 CMR, 521 CMR | $90,400 | [SF1875627](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875627/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [17 Sparhawk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-sparhawk-st/) | 550 ft N | Electrical | AC 2nd floor | $9,000 | [E1873069](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873069/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [736 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/736-cambridge-st/) | 360 ft E | Electrical | Replace EP lab equipment | $28,000 | [E1873523](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873523/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [329-343 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/329--343-washington-st/) | 790 ft W | Electrical | Cable TV / Phone / Data / Intercom / Power to Access Control | $68,000 | [ELV1863482](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1863482/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [329-343 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/329--343-washington-st/) | 790 ft W | Fire systems | Install new addressable fire alarm system as part of renovation, including unit smoke detectors with sounder bases, notification appliances. | $110,000 | [EFA1864453](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1864453/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [329-343 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/329--343-washington-st/) | 790 ft W | Electrical | Renovation of common areas and (35) unit apartment building with (2) first level commercial spaces | $650,000 | [E1863471](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863471/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [736 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/736-cambridge-st/) | 360 ft E | Electrical | Dunkin sales area full remodel | $15,000 | [E1860682](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860682/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [736 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/736-cambridge-st/) | 360 ft E | Plumbing | Relocate hand sinks, rinse sinks, floor sinks, and grease trap | $5,000 | [PL1860197](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1860197/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [329-343 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/329--343-washington-st/) | 790 ft W | Plumbing | Plumbing work for new & renovation work on 35 unit apartment building | $664,800 | [PL1859287](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1859287/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [345-359 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/345--359-washington-st/) | 970 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove a partition wall and drop ceiling | $4,000 | [SF1859193](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859193/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [736 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/736-cambridge-st/) | 360 ft E | Fire systems | • replace the existing 3 hard wired smokes with new • install one new heat detector coming off of the nearest smoke hard wired zone | $14,887 | [EFA1857604](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1857604/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [736 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/736-cambridge-st/) | 360 ft E | Electrical | Installation of 9 March Network Cameras | $10,000 | [ELV1851163](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1851163/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [332 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/332-washington-st/) | 870 ft W | Plumbing | Install 2 half inch backflow preventers at 3 bay sink at basement area | $1,000 | [PL1851146](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1851146/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [33 Murdock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-murdock-st/) | 720 ft NE | Electrical | Replacing existing 100 amp service with a new 200 amp service. Install new 40 space panel with Surge protection. Install new feeder and disconnect for condenser. | $5,800 | [E1847671](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847671/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [16 Winship St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-winship-st/) | 730 ft SW | Alteration or repair | painting, new wood floor over existing floor | $5,000 | [SF364075](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF364075/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 31 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [59 Murdock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-murdock-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Plumbing | remove existing water heater (gas) and replace with a new water heater (gas) | $500 | [PL1902065](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1902065/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [59 Murdock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-murdock-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Plumbing | remove existing water heater (gas) and replace with a new water heater (gas) | $1,000 | [G1902057](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902057/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [16-18 Mapleton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16--18-mapleton-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Plumbing | Replace water heater in the basement | $1,800 | [PL1879537](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879537/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [16-18 Mapleton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16--18-mapleton-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to water heater | $400 | [G1879540](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1879540/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [22-24 Arlington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--24-arlington-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to water heater | $400 | [G1847535](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1847535/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [363-365 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/363--365-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Sign | remove the old sign, replace a new channel letter sign with panel to the wall. | $3,000 | [ALT1900682](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1900682/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [421-425 Market St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/421--425-market-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Sign | rework existing sign to change from DEMMA AESTHETICS to RN ESTHETICS Add 2 blank awnings (black, no writing or logos) | $13,770 | [ALT1896915](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1896915/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [41-43 Shannon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41--43-shannon-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Kitchen, renovation, bathroom, renovation, painting, blaster, Insulation Deck rebuild same foot print Replace window siding | $121,200 | [SF1904193](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904193/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [30 Shepard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-shepard-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | Boiler + DHW swap - remove and replace existing. | $8,000 | [PL1902418](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1902418/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [30 Shepard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-shepard-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | Boiler + DHW swap - remove and replace existing. | $8,000 | [G1902415](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902415/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [20 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-chestnut-hill-av/) | 0.23 mi SW | Fire systems | installation of new addressable fire alarm control panel, existing fire alarm devices will remain. New fire alarm devices will be addressable | $37,000 | [EFA1902048](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1902048/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [20 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-chestnut-hill-av/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | new electrical upgrade including new primary, secondary equipment along with selective branch wiring for HVAC equipment | $175,000 | [E1902042](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902042/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [20 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-chestnut-hill-av/) | 0.23 mi SW | Roofing | Veronica Smith Replacement of HVAC system, new roof and building repairs and is further detailed in the plans and specifications available electronically | $2,819,110 | [SF1896175](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896175/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [87 Etna St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-etna-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | Wire the new 3 bathroom. 1 bathroom for unit 1 2 bathroom for unit 2 | $4,500 | [E1896199](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896199/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [25 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-warren-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Plumbing | Install temporary heating Boiler. | $25,000 | [G1895304](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1895304/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [87 Etna St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-etna-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Add 3 baths. Sand and Refinish wood floor and stairs. Replace 5 interior doors. Paint interior walls. | $30,000 | [SF1888807](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888807/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [25 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-warren-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Disconnecting boilers to be replaced. Wiring (4) new 20A, 3P, 208v boilers. Also wiring a few new fans, unit heaters, and new lighting within the same boiler room. All new equipment will be fed from a new 100A 3P 208V panelboard installed in the boiler room. | $75,000 | [E1875553](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875553/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [25 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-warren-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Wiring of operational controls and safety controls for 4 new boilers Wiring of associated building automation controls | $62,000 | [E1881879](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881879/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [25 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-warren-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Plumbing | Remove 2 - Heating Boilers and Replace with 4 - Heating Boilers (Low Pressure Steam, 3040 MBH each | $500,000 | [G1872155](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1872155/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [41-43 Shannon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41--43-shannon-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | New Beams (LVL) and Lally columns in the rear for the house for unit 1 and unit 2 to makes safe.; New Structural to provided by the structural engineer, cost reflected on ALT1846422.*2 Family #3378/2001 | $17,500 | [ALT1846422](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1846422/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [280 Market St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/280-market-st/) | 0.25 mi N | Alteration or repair | Basement renovation - create storage and living space, Laundry Room, flooring, framing, lighting | $30,000 | [ALT1845371](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1845371/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [25 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-warren-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Plumbing | Run new water piping for makeup water, existing backflow preventer to remain | $5,000 | [PL1873032](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873032/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [21-23 Elmira St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21--23-elmira-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Loosen and resecure meter socket for new siding. | $300 | [E1858564](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858564/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [21-23 Elmira St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21--23-elmira-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace with new vinyl siding with moisture paper and insulation underlayment | $52,000 | [SF1857169](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857169/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [74 Elmira St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74-elmira-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | we are insulating the walls with cellulose also insulating the attic with cellulose and air seal also insulating the kneewall slope with 9" fiberglass and 2" rigid | $15,663 | [SF1852905](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852905/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [83 Etna St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/83-etna-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Repair of front porch and back deck. Demo and rebuild of 2 story front porch with new framing, decking, railings, stairs, and finishes. Demo and rebuild of back deck with new decking, railings, stairs, and finishes. | $10,500 | [SF1853807](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853807/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [22-24 Arlington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--24-arlington-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | Replace water heater in the basement | $1,800 | [PL1847529](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1847529/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [34 Dustin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-dustin-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to water heater in basement | $400 | [G1841940](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1841940/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [41-43 Shannon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41--43-shannon-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | new structural interior framing by engineer plans correlated with alt1846422 | $17,500 | [SF1846408](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846408/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [36 Shepard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-shepard-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Plumbing | New gas line for furnace | $5,500 | [G1845310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1845310/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [34 Dustin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-dustin-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Plumbing | Replace water heater in the basement | $1,800 | [PL1841937](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1841937/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

Hearings are public: you can comment or attend. Dates can move; check the city's page before you go.

| Status | Hearing | Address | Distance | Request | Case | City's words | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Requested | Nov 10, 2026 | 12 Snow St | 0.22 mi S | To erect a new 3-story Multi-Family Dwelling for residential units on vacant lot | [BOA1890417](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-08-20 |
| Requested |  | 19r Winship St | 830 ft SW | Zoning appeal: "Building a 25' x 40' detached one story ADU approx. 900 square feet of living space" | [BOA1879785](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-07-29 |
| Requested |  | 254 Washington St | 660 ft S | To demolish existing structure and erect a new, 4-story, 14-unit multifamily residential building with 7… | [BOA1864698](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-06-24 |
| Requested |  | 60 Henshaw St | 800 ft W | To remove existing parking area in front yard and install a new playground with climbing equipment… | [BOA1760699](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-08-07 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Elko St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [15 Elko St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-elko-st/): newest permit Nov 11, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-15 01:00 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Zoning requests come from the Boston Zoning Board of Appeal tracker (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/zoning-board-of-appeal-tracker). We read it Oct 14, 23:17 UTC.

Map, all 102 permits at this address and 61 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4--12-elko-st/