# Building permits at 40 Brent St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $750,000 new building at 312 Talbot Av, permitted May 14.

Six permits on record here. The newest, Aug 21, 2025: 1st floor kitchen and half bath renovation. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 128 more permits (124 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.23 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2025 | Plumbing | 1st floor kitchen and half bath renovation. Kitchen sink, dishwasher, lavatory, toilet. | $7,500 | [PL1766378](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1766378/) |
| Aug 21, 2025 | Electrical | Kitchen plus bathroom remodel | $7,500 | [E1765640](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1765640/) |
| Jul 11, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Kitchen, pantry and half bathroom remodel with NSC | $111,306 | [SF1742903](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1742903/) |
| Jul 29, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/ air sealing. No structural changes. Site id 5925829 | $10,000 | [SF1606098](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1606098/) |
| Jul 11, 2018 | Alteration or repair | remove and replace railings and decking on front porch and on rear deck. repair front porch columns, replace any missing and broken clapboards and trim pieces, supply and install new basement windows. prime and paint house | $38,500 | [SF850664](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF850664/) |
| Apr 13, 2017 | Roofing | strip and re roof | $10,000 | [SF698575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF698575/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2026 | [33 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-brent-st/) | 140 ft S | Plumbing | Replace bath fixtures | $4,200 | [PL1895381](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895381/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [33 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-brent-st/) | 140 ft S | Alteration or repair | wiring bathroom 1 receptacle 1 light/fan | $3,000 | [E1891352](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891352/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [33 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-brent-st/) | 140 ft S | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing Two-Family Dwelling | Not listed | [ALT1882920](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1882920/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [33 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-brent-st/) | 140 ft S | Alteration or repair | Interior bathroom renovation, unit 2 upper floor. Replace all tiles, bathtub, vanity and toilet. Paint bathroom throughout, including partial kitchen ceiling below. | $22,300 | [SF1882909](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882909/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [35 Lithgow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-lithgow-st/) | 130 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Replacing existing wood porch decking and railings with PVC or composite materials. Repairing and resurfacing existing concrete steps and parging the existing retaining wall. No structural changes are planned. | $8,000 | [SF1858049](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858049/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [39 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-brent-st/) | 120 ft SE | Plumbing | Unit #2 - 1st Floor Bathroom - Replace bathtub, vanity and toilet. No structural change. (Other is a valve) | $2,500 | [PL1864394](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864394/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [27 Lithgow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-lithgow-st/) | 200 ft W | Electrical | replace (3) bathroom fans with panasonic bath fans and air cycler smart switch for weatherizaiton work. | $3,600 | [E1843891](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1843891/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [27 Lithgow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-lithgow-st/) | 200 ft W | Alteration or repair | Weather strip doors. Air seal basement. Blown cellulose-Walls R-13. | $17,800 | [SF1845507](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845507/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 60 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2026 | [41 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-welles-av/) | 450 ft S | Electrical | Service Upgrade 200 amps | $5,800 | [E1908897](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1908897/) |
| Oct 15, 2026 | [98 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98-centre-st/) | 970 ft NE | Plumbing | Renew bathroom and renew kitchen on first floor | $7,200 | [PL1908557](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1908557/) |
| Oct 14, 2026 | [651-659 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/651--659-washington-st/) | 600 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Alt permit to include: accessory meeting room to the existing office space. | $6,800 | [ALT1909610](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1909610/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [108 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-welles-av/) | 990 ft E | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | $7,500 | [G1905602](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1905602/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [97 Alban St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/97-alban-st/) | 790 ft SE | Electrical | Meter replacement as part of Eversource's AMI project | $1,500 | [E1904489](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904489/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [75 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-centre-st/) | 640 ft NE | Alteration or repair | 2 bathroom renovations | $30,100 | [SF1899773](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899773/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [71 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-brent-st/) | 580 ft E | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-885325) | $14,000 | [SF1895056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895056/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [56 Lithgow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-lithgow-st/) | 510 ft NE | Alteration or repair | remove rotten wood and rebuild front deck according to plans, same size and design; | $30,000 | [SF1900330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900330/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [70 Roslin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70-roslin-st/) | 970 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Pending;ALT1888205-Occupancy Committee review.Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-868724) | $2,000 | [SF1872254](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872254/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [41 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-welles-av/) | 450 ft S | Solar | Rooftop solar installation consisting of (26) CW 450W modules and (26) Enphase IQ8AC microinverters, 11.7 kW DC. | $35,375 | [SF1901916](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901916/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [41 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-welles-av/) | 450 ft S | Solar | Rooftop solar installation consisting of (26) CW 450W modules and (26) Enphase IQ8AC microinverters, 11.7 kW DC. | $35,375 | [E1901921](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901921/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [70 Roslin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70-roslin-st/) | 970 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Confirming occupancy for existing single family home. This is in correlation to the short form permit # SF1872254. | Not listed | [ALT1888205](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1888205/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [75 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-centre-st/) | 640 ft NE | Plumbing | rough in new bathroom second floor remodel bathroom 3rd floor remodel kitchen 2nd floor | $10,000 | [PL1896864](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1896864/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [75 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-centre-st/) | 640 ft NE | Plumbing | install gas stove | $500 | [G1896854](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1896854/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [75 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-centre-st/) | 640 ft NE | Electrical | Rewire second floor bathroom, kitchen, laundry and new bathroom and add smokes | $10,000 | [E1895204](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895204/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [69 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-brent-st/) | 550 ft E | Electrical | Wiring power and lighting for laundry, bathroom, family room, gym room in the basement. Service repair and relocating. Main panel replacement and subpanel installation. Disconnect and new circuit for condenser, hot water and air handler. | $6,000 | [E1892891](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1892891/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [98 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98-centre-st/) | 970 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of existing kitchen and bathroom in Unit #1, including selective demolition, minor interior partition and framing modifications, window replacement, insulation, plaster, tile, finish carpentry, painting, and hardwood floor refinishing. Plumbing and electrical work under separate | $86,120 | [SF1889757](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889757/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [17 Moultrie St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-moultrie-st/) | 920 ft N | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of single family home; front deck remodeling back deck build with exterior door instalationno record of occupancyhomeowner:: | $25,500 | [ALT1836808](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1836808/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [661-663 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/661--663-washington-st/) | 670 ft SW | Grading | Advance three soil borings to 25 feet using a Geoprobe drill rig and install 2-inch PVC monitoring wells at 661-663 Washington and 6 Euclid Streets, Dorchester, MA. | $9,810 | [SF1877813](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877813/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [25 Walton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-walton-st/) | 880 ft S | Solar | 14.790 Kw dc & 12.920 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system | $27,879 | [SF1874208](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874208/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [25 Walton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-walton-st/) | 880 ft S | Solar | 14.790 Kw dc & 12.920 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system | $27,879 | [E1874212](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874212/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [69 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-brent-st/) | 550 ft E | Plumbing | Renovation on Basement: 1 new 3/4-bathroom, 1 ejector pump, 1 laundry and 1 bar sink | $8,000 | [PL1881144](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1881144/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [69 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-brent-st/) | 550 ft E | Plumbing | Renovation on basement: 1 gas dryer relocation and 1 gas furnace relocation. | $2,000 | [G1881146](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1881146/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [651-659 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/651--659-washington-st/) | 600 ft SW | Electrical | Relocated 2 receptacles from a shared wall to 2 new locations within an open event space | $600 | [E1881004](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881004/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [26 Moultrie St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-moultrie-st/) | 720 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove 1 existing door and 10 existing windows and replace with 1 new door and 10 new windows. NO structural work | $28,947 | [SF1868483](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868483/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [15-31 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--31-norfolk-st/) | 910 ft W | Plumbing | Piping in 2 boilers, an indirect water heater and a mixing valve | $10,000 | [PL1873167](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873167/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [337-339 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/337--339-talbot-av/) | 850 ft W | Plumbing | Piping in 2 heating boilers, an indirect water heater and a mixing valve | $10,000 | [PL1873154](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873154/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [15-31 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--31-norfolk-st/) | 910 ft W | Plumbing | Piping in 2 gas-fired boilers. | $5,000 | [G1873163](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1873163/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [337-339 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/337--339-talbot-av/) | 850 ft W | Plumbing | Piping in to new gas fired boilers | $5,000 | [G1873147](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1873147/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [8-10 Withington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--10-withington-st/) | 930 ft W | Solar | 6.970 Kw dc & 6.460 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system | $16,798 | [SF1869815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869815/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [8-10 Withington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--10-withington-st/) | 930 ft W | Solar | 6.970 Kw dc & 6.460 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system | $16,798 | [E1869821](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869821/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [580-592 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/580--592-washington-st/) | 860 ft NW | Electrical | Replace fridge outlet. re attach island outlet. change corresponding breakers with dual function type. | $1,500 | [E1870853](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870853/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [660-662 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/660--662-washington-st/) | 490 ft SW | Electrical | Pull (1) new sub feeder wire for panelboard supplying power for (14) Naviance Water Heaters. Wire in the new water heaters. | $20,000 | [E1870097](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870097/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [618-638 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/618--638-washington-st/) | 510 ft W | Electrical | replace 8 exterior building lights and rewire 2 signs | $1,600 | [E1869631](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869631/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [69 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-brent-st/) | 550 ft E | Alteration or repair | Renovate the basement, replace laundry, add a new bathroom, a gym and living room | $143,305 | [ALT1781930](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1781930/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [80-88 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80--88-welles-av/) | 710 ft E | Plumbing | kitchens baths | $65,000 | [PL1868958](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868958/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [21 Wainwright St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-wainwright-st/) | 660 ft NE | Plumbing | replacement of 60k btu gas furnace | $12,000 | [G1869185](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1869185/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [660-662 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/660--662-washington-st/) | 490 ft SW | Plumbing | Gas piping to 14 direct water heaters from existing gas piping | $40,000 | [G1867519](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1867519/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [660-662 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/660--662-washington-st/) | 490 ft SW | Plumbing | Install 14 direct water heaters | $60,000 | [PL1867602](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1867602/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [651-659 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/651--659-washington-st/) | 600 ft SW | Alteration or repair | This is to remove a non-structural wall and also frame and drywall a shorter wall | $6,800 | [SF1865405](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865405/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [14-16 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14--16-brent-st/) | 330 ft W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (CAP-27375). | $15,000 | [SF1862113](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862113/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [580-592 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/580--592-washington-st/) | 860 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Interior repairs due to water damage. Remodel 2nd fl Bath. Replace Affected insulation and drywall open area studio apartment. Replace finish flooring, trim and paint | $17,897 | [SF1862976](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862976/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [102 Ocean St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102-ocean-st/) | 680 ft SE | Plumbing | Redo kitchen and add a bar sink | $4,000 | [PL1864290](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864290/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [473 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/473-talbot-av/) | 820 ft SE | Electrical | wire for one 8kw heat pump, service outlet for air handler, one exterior service outlet | $1,800 | [E1864026](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864026/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [92 Alban St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/92-alban-st/) | 870 ft SE | Plumbing | Finish Plumbing Work | $4,800 | [PL1862745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862745/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [102 Ocean St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102-ocean-st/) | 680 ft SE | Electrical | Kitchen rewire and wire new mini split system | $6,400 | [E1861833](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861833/) |
| Jun 13, 2026 | [31 Kenwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-kenwood-st/) | 890 ft N | Roofing | remove and replace asphalt shingled roof | $20,500 | [SF1858329](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858329/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [31 Kenwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-kenwood-st/) | 890 ft N | Plumbing | Installing a brand new heating system | $15,000 | [G1849479](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1849479/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [7 Wainwright St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-wainwright-st/) | 740 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Emergency permit - Repair fire damaged area on the 2nd floor rear deck and siding. Also repair and replace siding as needed. | $5,000 | [SF1858597](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858597/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [52 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-welles-av/) | 270 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Demolish existing wood decking and rebuild it into a composite deck and proper code as state of Massachusetts requires. same dimensions as existing 11 foot by 16 foot | $23,100 | [SF1856762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856762/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [102 Ocean St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102-ocean-st/) | 680 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen renovation with new cabinets, flooring, plumbing and electrical updates, panel relocation to basement, dedicated appliance circuits, and mini-split installation. Replace windows in existing openings, repair siding, modify heating loop, and cap existing gas line. | $75,783 | [SF1853549](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853549/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [90-92 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90--92-welles-av/) | 790 ft E | Alteration or repair | To insulate attic and exterior walls with blown in cellulose insulation. | $24,162 | [SF1852247](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852247/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [113 Ocean St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/113-ocean-st/) | 550 ft SE | Alteration or repair | weatherization work through the mass save program | $7,412 | [SF1856449](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856449/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [66 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-welles-av/) | 330 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Renovations such as siding, roof, bathrooms, and kitchens, windows, and door replacements. | $25,000 | [SF1855174](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855174/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [12 Moultrie St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-moultrie-st/) | 940 ft N | Plumbing | replace heating furnace | $5,000 | [G1855477](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1855477/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [17 Moultrie St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-moultrie-st/) | 920 ft N | Other | Install TESLA Wall Connector (48A continuous draw) (TESLA = 48A MAX) | $1,963 | [E1850371](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850371/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [29 Moultrie St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-moultrie-st/) | 800 ft N | Roofing | Remove and replace Asphalt shingles on the roof. | $17,000 | [SF1843999](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843999/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [52 Lithgow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-lithgow-st/) | 430 ft NE | Alteration or repair | insulating exterior walls using cellulose R15. | $10,771 | [SF1843734](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843734/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [4 Harley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-harley-st/) | 530 ft S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-58471) | $1,000 | [SF1842084](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1842084/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [90-92 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90--92-welles-av/) | 790 ft E | Electrical | knob And tube Removal, 1st Floor- lighting (kitchen pantry, living, dining room, 3 bedrooms) and living room receptacle knob and tube removal 2nd floor - living room light and 2 plugs, dining room light and 1 plug, bedroom 1 light and 1 plug, bedroom 2 light and 1 plug, bedroom 3 light and 1 plug. | $20,000 | [E1845086](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845086/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 60 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2026 | [145 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/145-welles-av/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | 1st FL: Replacement of kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanity. 2nd FL: Replacement of kitchen cabinets. Replace bathroom tub and tiles. New hardwood flooring and painting. | $45,900 | [SF1910266](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1910266/) |
| Oct 16, 2026 | [5 Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-argyle-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | mini splits for first and third floor. | $43,640 | [SF1909993](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1909993/) |
| Oct 14, 2026 | [142 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-welles-av/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Second-floor kitchen renovation including removal and replacement of cabinets, countertops, and flooring; plumbing updates; installation of electrical outlets, switches, and lighting; tile and trim installation; and installation of a range hood with exterior ventilation. Existing kitchen layout to r | $47,200 | [SF1909341](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1909341/) |
| Oct 13, 2026 | [51 Withington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-withington-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | service upgrade from 100 amps to 200 amps | $10,000 | [E1906158](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906158/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [36 Oakwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-oakwood-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 3.89 SQ vinyl lap siding. No alterations to the structure. | $13,161 | [SF1905611](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905611/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [22 Torrey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-torrey-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Fire systems | install new fire alarm system | $6,500 | [EFA1861143](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1861143/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [14 Kenwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-kenwood-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and install Siding Repair Deck guards and railings | $142,354 | [SF1844521](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844521/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [120 Welles Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-welles-av/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1906009](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1906009/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [50 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-norfolk-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Renovate 2 kitchens and 2 Baths | $78,100 | [SF1906847](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906847/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [699 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/699-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | installed 6 low voltage jacks in units | $800 | [ELV1906515](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1906515/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [699 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/699-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Fire systems | Insatlled 10 hardwire 120 volt smoke detectors in dwelling | $1,200 | [EFA1906513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1906513/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [699 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/699-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | Total rewire and Installed 200 amp service | Not listed | [E1906512](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906512/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [316-324 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/316--324-talbot-av/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | replace section of leaking cast iron stack | $3,000 | [PL1900466](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1900466/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [47 Mellen St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-mellen-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Install harder planks siding aluminum trim on windows replace aluminum gutters | $25,000 | [SF1900738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900738/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [312 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/312-talbot-av/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | New Plumbing for 4 Family | $40,000 | [PL1899057](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1899057/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [6 Hopestill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-hopestill-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Demo drywall in first floor bathtub and replace with a new shower. Remove existing vanity and replace with a new vanity. Inspection for fire stopping and/or insulation. | $23,504 | [SF1895804](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895804/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [6 Hopestill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-hopestill-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Plumbing | Convert bathtub to shower in first floor bathroom. Replace existing vanity with a new vanity. Replace valve. | $600 | [PL1895808](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895808/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [8 Kenwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-kenwood-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Repointing front and left side of the building Remove leaning parapet wall and construct new one | $210,000 | [SF1895326](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895326/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [48 Kenwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-kenwood-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Spray foam to rim joist and crawl space, paint, & thermal board box around pipes. | $2,200 | [SF1887529](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887529/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [16 Oakwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-oakwood-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Repair front deck. | $7,000 | [SF1889761](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889761/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [501 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/501-talbot-av/) | 0.22 mi SE | Roofing | o record of occupancy CONFORM OCCUPANCY OF 3 FAMILY Dwelling.( Finishing an unfinished attic space) Remove roofing and replace with new framing to accommodate new living space in the attic. Install insulation and new drywall. Install new plumbing for bathroom and electrical throughout new space. | $175,000 | [ALT1769901](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1769901/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [24 Aspinwall Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-aspinwall-rd/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Install #10 AWG circuit with 35A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60-amp AC disconnect with surge arrester sizing per manufacturer name plate. Install a 20-amp circuit with 20A AFCI/GFCI breaker for a service receptacle with in-use weatherproof cover. | $3,000 | [E1877524](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877524/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [24 Aspinwall Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-aspinwall-rd/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | install 3700sq ft vinyl siding including trim and gutters - no change in structure | $97,658 | [SF1882646](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882646/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [11 Whitfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-whitfield-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-860356) | $4,000 | [SF1852485](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852485/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [5 Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-argyle-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Upgrade service | Not listed | [E1877513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877513/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [36 Oakwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-oakwood-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.61 kw 21 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $53,100 | [SF1861644](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861644/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [36 Oakwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-oakwood-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.61 kw 21 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $53,100 | [E1861645](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861645/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [31 Mellen St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-mellen-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Remove existing back deck, replace with larger 2-story deck. | $27,000 | [ALT1672407](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1672407/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [699 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/699-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | Installing three tub's, water close. st lavatory's, kitchen sink's. | $1,200 | [PL1870755](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1870755/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [699 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/699-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | Installing three boilers, water heater,s, & stove's. | $15,000 | [G1870766](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1870766/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [47 Roslin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-roslin-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | remove old gutters and facia board, install new composite facia, supply and install new gutters, make minor repairs to roof ledges and flashing, repair / replace siding pieces as needed, repair / replace trim on 4 windows, | $23,500 | [SF1863817](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863817/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [305-319 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/305--319-talbot-av/) | 0.20 mi W | Roofing | Flat roof membrane replacement | $146,480 | [SF1862587](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862587/) |
| Jun 28, 2026 | [5 Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-argyle-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Replace entire windows, remove and reinstall 3 exterior door, electrical service, install new heat pump, install new kitchen range hood. | $153,900 | [SF1861066](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861066/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [30-32 Lyndhurst St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--32-lyndhurst-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Bath 1 (1st Fl) – Bathtub to Shower Replacement with New Vanity & New Toilet. Bath 2 (2nd Fl) – Bathtub to Shower Replacement with New Vanity & New Toilet. All new fixtures like for like within same footprint as existing. No structural changes. Plumber will pull their own permit. All debris leaves j | $31,501 | [SF1861952](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861952/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [312 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/312-talbot-av/) | 0.23 mi NW | Fire systems | New construction requires the installation of a low voltage fire alarm for this 4 unit residential property. | $14,000 | [EFA1864991](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1864991/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [38 Torrey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-torrey-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replacement of 1 bathroom fan. | $1,250 | [E1863815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863815/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [30-32 Lyndhurst St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--32-lyndhurst-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | 2 Bathroom renovated: Shower, lav and toilet | $3,000 | [PL1862090](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862090/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [36 Oakwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-oakwood-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Service Conductor Refeed - Replace Meter and Service Disconnect - button meter at site | $2,200 | [E1861601](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861601/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [312 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/312-talbot-av/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Install cable internet | $5,000 | [ELV1859398](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1859398/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [312 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/312-talbot-av/) | 0.23 mi NW | Fire systems | Install hard wire smoke detectors and CO detectors throughout the units | $5,000 | [EFA1859389](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1859389/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [312 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/312-talbot-av/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Complete wire a brand new 4 family home. Ufer ground, 400 amp service, outlets, switches and recess lights | $70,000 | [E1859386](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859386/) |
| Jun 6, 2026 | [39 Roslin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-roslin-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | 1st floor kitchen rough / finish | $4,500 | [PL1857033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1857033/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [51 Withington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-withington-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | Kitchen and Bathroom Sink installation | $4,000 | [PL1838688](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1838688/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [52 Alban St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-alban-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Plumbing | gas test (carriage house) | $650 | [G1856968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1856968/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [51 Withington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-withington-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | Gas Stove Installation | $1,000 | [G1838686](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1838686/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [709 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/709-washington-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Roofing | Replace existing Asphalt Roofing shingles, with GAF Asphalt shingles | $25,822 | [SF1856735](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856735/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [699 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/699-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Rehab 3 family house. Install new kitchens and baths. Install new electrical and plumbing. Repair roof and rain gutters where required. Remove all existing sheetrock and install new. Insulate all walls and ceilings. Repair front and rear porches as needed. Install new flooring. tile bathrooms | $280,000 | [SF1853444](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853444/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [39 Roslin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-roslin-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Kitchen renovation | $7,000 | [E1856033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856033/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [42 Ocean St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-ocean-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Addition | Single story addition containing age-in-place bathroom and laundry in the footprint of existing side yard deck (Phase 1). Renovation of existing second floor bathroom (Phase 2) | $225,000 | [ALT1836785](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1836785/) |
| May 24, 2026 | [5 Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-argyle-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Insulating ext walls with blown in insulation | $5,687 | [SF1845288](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845288/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [16 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-allston-st/) | 0.25 mi NE | Roofing | Shingle Roofing Replacement // EPDM Membrane Replacement | $4,455 | [SF1849529](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849529/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [23-25 Withington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23--25-withington-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Plumbing | Replacement of a gas steam boiler | $5,500 | [PL1848710](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848710/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [23-25 Withington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23--25-withington-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Plumbing | Gas steam boiler replacement | $6,500 | [G1848730](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1848730/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [312 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/312-talbot-av/) | 0.23 mi NW | New building | Construction of new four-family residential building.;E[plans] filed.;Fire Alarm &; Sprinkler to be installed, permeable surfaces required and compliance with 9th Edition of IBC 2015 &; 780 CMR for Energy Code.; Recorded Easement for parking; with 29 Southern Ave.;Please Note: Any Exterior modificat | $750,000 | [ERT1612091](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1612091/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [39 Roslin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-roslin-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Remodeling kitchen and replacing 3 windows | $42,000 | [SF1846380](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846380/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [38 Torrey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-torrey-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Blown in cellulose insulation at exterior walls, air sealing and weatherization. | $21,451 | [SF1844962](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844962/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [16 Melbourne St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-melbourne-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Roofing | Replace existing roof. | $19,500 | [SF1839421](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1839421/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [493 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/493-talbot-av/) | 0.20 mi SE | Plumbing | Gas Water heater replacement | $2,500 | [PL1845993](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845993/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [493 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/493-talbot-av/) | 0.20 mi SE | Plumbing | Gas WH replacement | $2,000 | [G1845990](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1845990/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [5 Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-argyle-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Replacing three exhaust fans in the bathrooms | $1,700 | [E1844975](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1844975/) |

## 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 |  | 12 Whitfield St | 0.21 mi W | Zoning appeal: "Basement Remodel to Extend Living Space -2 Beds/2 Baths -New Wiring -Heating off Existing…" | [BOA1909302](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-10-13 |
| Requested |  | 664 to 668 Washington St | 520 ft SW | To change occupancy from 3 Stores to 4 Barber Shop/Beauty Salon | [BOA1796423](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-11-06 |
| Approved | Jun 16, 2026 | 501 Talbot Av | 0.22 mi SE | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1806734](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2025-12-16 |
| Approved | Jun 11, 2026 | 31 Mellen St | 0.24 mi S | To remove existing back deck, replace with larger 2-story deck | [BOA1772126](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2025-09-04 |
| Approved | Jun 2, 2026 | 69 Brent St | 550 ft E | To renovate the basement, replace laundry, add a new bathroom, a gym and living room | [BOA1810476](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-01-08 |

## More on this street

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

- [39 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-brent-st/): newest permit Jun 25, 2026
- [41 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-brent-st/): newest permit Mar 6, 2025
- [33 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-brent-st/): newest permit Sep 2, 2026
- [66 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-brent-st/): newest permit Mar 3, 2025
- [14-16 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14--16-brent-st/): newest permit Jun 29, 2026
- [67 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-brent-st/): newest permit Apr 4, 2025
- [69 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-brent-st/): newest permit Aug 27, 2026
- [71 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-brent-st/): newest permit Sep 24, 2026
- [75 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-brent-st/): newest permit Oct 6, 2025
- [76 Brent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-brent-st/): newest permit Oct 25, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-18 09:14 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 18, 05:17 UTC.

Map, all 6 permits at this address and 128 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-brent-st/