# Building permits at 40 Highland Av, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $10M new building at 44 Bartlett St, permitted Oct 8.

17 permits on record here. The newest, Apr 30: Remove and Replace (16) Double Hung Windows with screens and grids. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 82 more permits (80 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.22 mi away. A zoning hearing Nov 5 covers 88 Lambert Av, 0.24 mi southeast.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Remove and Replace (16) Double Hung Windows with screens and grids, insulation, drywall, siding patching, painting to match existing. | $110,767 | [SF1840492](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1840492/) |
| Apr 2, 2025 | Fire systems | Removing and installing new fire alarm system. | $110,755 | [ALT1694959](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1694959/) |
| Mar 31, 2025 | Solar | Frost wall build out for future use of possible solarium or enclosure. | $21,373 | [SF1695245](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1695245/) |
| Feb 27, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Installation of ramp off deck per drawings. Excavation, footings, framing, decking, handrails, and painting. Phase 2 of SF1638661 | $38,338 | [SF1694417](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1694417/) |
| Feb 25, 2025 | Fire systems | Upgrade of existing antiquated fire alarm system starting to fail. Head end replacement. Replacing 8 pulls, 4 smokes, 8 smoke/co combo w/ sounder base, 27 AV's. | $43,051 | [EFA1691103](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1691103/) |
| Oct 13, 2024 | Plumbing | Install: stove | $500 | [G1654583](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1654583/) |
| Sep 25, 2024 | Plumbing | install: lav, toilet and sink | $7,000 | [PL1654585](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1654585/) |
| Aug 12, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Repair 1st floor Kitchen, bathroom, sagging floor joists, subfloor, included rough framing and 2 LVL beams. | $13,002 | [SF1638679](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1638679/) |
| Aug 12, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Add new 1st floor ADA-compliant bathroom. Repair and replace existing rear deck and rotted sills. Scope plumbing, electrical, framing, insulation, finish carpentry. PLEASE NOTE: Handicap ramp is not included in this phase 1 of the project. The ramp permit will be addressed in Phase 2 of project. | $127,158 | [SF1638661](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1638661/) |
| Aug 12, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Renovating first-floor kitchen, bathroom, and basement. Tasks include remove/replace drywall, rough framing, insulation, painting, cabinets, flooring, finish carpentry &; plumbing/electrical fixtures updated. Clean, debris removal, and new ceiling in basement. | $178,130 | [SF1626969](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1626969/) |
| Jun 25, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Replace damaged wiring in basement into junction boxes upgrade circuits to AFCI Remodel in Kitchen 1st floor to code Remodel in bathroom 1st floor to code Replace existing main panel due to water damage Install 1 new sub panel in basement Basement lighting | $15,000 | [E1616144](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1616144/) |
| Apr 4, 2024 | Roofing | Remove and replace EPDM roofing and replace with EPDM and asphalt roofing. Masonry repointing. Gutter/downspout removal and replacement. Removal and replacement of windows. | $198,371 | [SF1569816](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1569816/) |
| Mar 13, 2023 | Plumbing | Install: water closets, lav, bay and hand sink, grease trap | $20,000 | [PL1440222](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1440222/) |
| Mar 13, 2023 | Plumbing | stove | $300 | [G1440223](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1440223/) |
| Nov 18, 2022 | Alteration or repair | 2nd Floor Kitchen, 2 - 2nd Floor Bathroom | $6,000 | [E1396564](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1396564/) |
| Aug 10, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Replace EPDM front porch roof/wainscoting. Siding(3 square), renovate 2 bathrooms and kitchen. Demo, framing, insulation, drywall, plumbing, electrical, tile, fixtures, flooring, and painting. Mansard roof slate and window repairs. Debris removal. | $205,956 | [SF1371214](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1371214/) |
| Jun 9, 2011 | Electrical | Replace lighting with energy efficient fixtures. Paige Academy 40 Highland Avenue | $1,396 | [E76160](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E76160/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 46 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [36 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-highland-st/) | 450 ft SE | Plumbing | remodeling full bathroom 2nd floor, 1/2 bathroom 1st floor, full bathroom in basement, kitshen sink | $10,000 | [PL1907988](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1907988/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [36 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-highland-st/) | 450 ft SE | Plumbing | replace gas stove | $1,000 | [G1907991](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1907991/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [26-28 Cedar Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26--28-cedar-pk/) | 970 ft S | Electrical | New service upgrade going from 100 to 200 amps. Also installing new 40 space 200 amp main lug panel. | $6,000 | [E1906521](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906521/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [36 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-highland-st/) | 450 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Renovate 3 bathrooms. Replace kitchen countertop. Install Vinyl Flooring and sand and poly floors. Paint entire house. | $85,000 | [SF1907145](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1907145/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [14 Morley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-morley-st/) | 270 ft E | Electrical | Electrical work including replacement of existing overhead 200A electrical service, installation of new service equipment, and electrical upgrades for kitchen and bathroom, including receptacles, lighting, and dedicated appliance circuits. | $4,000 | [E1906109](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906109/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [12 Morley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-morley-st/) | 280 ft E | Roofing | Asphalt shingle roof replacement. Approx. 2,900 sf | $30,350 | [SF1904650](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904650/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [14 Morley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-morley-st/) | 270 ft E | Plumbing | Install k.s. and install shower | $3,000 | [PL1903464](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903464/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [1350 Tremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1350-tremont-st/) | 930 ft N | Electrical | install (3) 15 kva transformers and re-work circuits feeding new bleachers | $10,000 | [E1902956](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902956/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [34 Lambert St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-lambert-st/) | 840 ft SE | Electrical | Install data lines in the following areas 4ea bdrms, kitchen, lvg rm | $2,500 | [E1901628](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901628/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [34 Lambert St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-lambert-st/) | 840 ft SE | Fire systems | Install 120v smoke/carbon monoxide detectors in the following areas 4ea bdrms,bsmt areas,3ea floor levels | $2,500 | [E1901621](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901621/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [34 Lambert St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-lambert-st/) | 840 ft SE | Electrical | Install circuits for receptacles and lights in the following areas 2ea bathrooms,4ea bdrm's, lvg rm,foyer, laundry, kitchen,bsmt,hall areas Install branch ckt panel | $17,000 | [E1901618](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901618/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [11 Morley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-morley-st/) | 340 ft E | Roofing | Repainting of Gutters - Touch up and painting of Soffit - Replace rotted wood if necessary in certain areas only if required - Secure a handful of loose shingles - on this single family home located at 11 Morley Street. | $5,000 | [SF1898013](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1898013/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [1-11 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1--11-dorr-st/) | 720 ft S | Electrical | Wire replacement mini split system | $1,000 | [E1899672](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899672/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [1234 Columbus Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1234-columbus-av/) | 630 ft W | Other | Installation of a 40x50 frame tent. Each tent leg will be secured using 350lb cement blocks. This is a long term rental. Tent will go up on 8/27/2026 and will be taken down on 10/17/2026. This is for roxbury community college. | $10,118 | [SF1886213](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886213/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [50 John Eliot Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-john-eliot-sq/) | 520 ft NE | Alteration or repair | remove old siding, install new siding remove old facia board and replace with PVC board and sofit | $63,500 | [SF1886587](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886587/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [17 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-centre-st/) | 290 ft NE | Electrical | 208–230V AC/air hookup. | $1,000 | [E1890054](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890054/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [17 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-centre-st/) | 290 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replacing existing heat pump condenser and Installing Bryant 30K BTU Outdoor Unit, (2) Bryant 6K BTU Indoor Wall Units, Bryant 9K BTU Indoor Wall Unit, and Bryant 12K BTU Indoor Wall Unit. | $19,817 | [SF1887559](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887559/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [17 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-centre-st/) | 290 ft NE | Electrical | Replacing existing condenser and installing Bryant 30K BTU Outdoor Unit, (2) Bryant 6K BTU Indoor Wall Units, Bryant 9K BTU Floor Unit, and Bryant 12K BTU Floor Unit. | $1,500 | [E1887539](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887539/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [5-9 Lambert St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5--9-lambert-st/) | 530 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen remodel. Replace kitchen cabinets, etc. at 9 Lambert St. Roxbury. Work location 9 Lambert St.Roxbury | $22,400 | [SF1875246](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875246/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [94-96 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94--96-centre-st/) | 710 ft SW | Plumbing | Take over of plumbing permits for a basement A.D.U 1 bath 1 kitchen | $2,000 | [PL1873250](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873250/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [94-96 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94--96-centre-st/) | 710 ft SW | Plumbing | Move gas meters from basement to outside | $1,500 | [G1873249](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1873249/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [12 Lambert St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-lambert-st/) | 580 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove 1 existing door and replace with 1 new door. No structural work | $3,584 | [SF1872504](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872504/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [22 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-dorr-st/) | 840 ft SE | Electrical | electric demolition of a wall | $1,500 | [E1872759](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872759/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [5 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-highland-st/) | 490 ft E | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-1727099049) (Unit-1) | $2,000 | [SF1868932](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868932/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [29 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-dorr-st/) | 980 ft SE | Solar | Installation of a safe and code-compliant grid-tied solar system on an existing residential roof. 19 Panels, 8.265 kW DC | Not listed | [SF1864168](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864168/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [29 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-dorr-st/) | 980 ft SE | Solar | Installation of a safe and code-compliant grid-tied solar system on an existing residential roof. 19 Panels, 8.265 kW DC. | $22,000 | [E1864178](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864178/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [34 Lambert St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-lambert-st/) | 840 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remodel 3 Bathroom, remodel kitchen, assist existing floor joist, replace doors, trim and baseboard, remove old plaster ceiling and install new gypsum board plaster and paint. | $80,000 | [SF1852095](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852095/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [56 Linwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-linwood-st/) | 580 ft SW | Solar | Installation of 13.5kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall existing solar system installed | $30,030 | [E1868033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868033/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [18 Gardner St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-gardner-st/) | 400 ft NW | Plumbing | New. Basement: 4 electric water heaters, 4 washing machine connections, 4 pumps. 1st Floor: 4 kitchen sinks, 4 garbage disposals, 4 dishwashers, 4 ice makers, 4 toilets, 4 lavatories, 8 hose bibbs. 2nd Floor: 4 toilets, 4 lavatories, 4 bathtubs. 3rd Floor: 4 toilets, 8 lavatories, 4 shower stalls. | $72,000 | [PL1867355](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1867355/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [249-263 Roxbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/249--263-roxbury-st/) | 400 ft N | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,444 | [PL1864140](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864140/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [249-263 Roxbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/249--263-roxbury-st/) | 400 ft N | Plumbing | Gas water heater replacement | $2,444 | [G1864147](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1864147/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [29 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-dorr-st/) | 980 ft SE | Electrical | Required to relocate the meter to the exterior | $4,100 | [E1864185](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864185/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [221 Roxbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/221-roxbury-st/) | 640 ft NE | Electrical | Hooking up generator to the spiderbox | $1,000 | [ETS1859999](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1859999/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [29 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-dorr-st/) | 980 ft SE | Electrical | Relocate meter socket from basement to outside of house | $3,900 | [E1862437](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862437/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [100 Malcolm X Bl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-malcolm-x-bl/) | 600 ft N | Electrical | Diesel generator to Power Inflatables for duration of event | $1,176 | [E1861804](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861804/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [16 Morley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-morley-st/) | 260 ft E | Alteration or repair | Complete interior demolition and full renovation of a single-family residence due a fire, restore and replace, nonstructural, new electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, installation of insulation, drywall, flooring, kitchen and bathrooms, interior refinishing new trims door, kitchen | $595,000 | [SF1859830](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859830/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [4 Willoughby Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-willoughby-pl/) | 800 ft E | Plumbing | replace heating boiler | $5,000 | [PL1859356](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1859356/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [4 Willoughby Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-willoughby-pl/) | 800 ft E | Plumbing | replace heating boiler | $5,000 | [G1859348](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1859348/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [145-149 Cedar St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/145--149-cedar-st/) | 750 ft SW | Roofing | Roof replacement | $7,500 | [SF1853785](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853785/) |
| May 31, 2026 | [2 Linwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-linwood-st/) | 590 ft S | Alteration or repair | We will remove and dispose of the existing failing CertainTeed fiber cement siding on one full wall of the home. The existing rainscreen system and furring strips will remain in place to maintain proper drainage. Gaps between boards will remain consistent. The current design includes 12" reveal boar | $31,516 | [SF1845287](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845287/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [26-30 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26--30-dorr-st/) | 910 ft SE | Plumbing | replace tub to shower | Not listed | [PL1846701](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846701/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1350 Tremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1350-tremont-st/) | 930 ft N | Electrical | Removeal of 15 existing cameras. Cut back and remove coax to jboxes. Installation of (15) CAT6 cables from interior and exterior camera locations to IDF closets. Install (15) new network cameras, program and test | $126,309 | [ELV1848034](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1848034/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [17 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-centre-st/) | 290 ft NE | Solar | Install 18 460w solar panels on rooftop totaling a 8.280kw dc system | $23,598 | [SF1846827](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846827/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [17 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-centre-st/) | 290 ft NE | Solar | Install 18 460w solar panels with a smart meter on rooftop of home totaling 8.280kw dc and 6.840kw ac | $7,500 | [E1846833](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846833/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [22 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-dorr-st/) | 840 ft SE | Alteration or repair | drywall, painting and flooring | $33,000 | [SF1843819](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843819/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [29 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-dorr-st/) | 980 ft SE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1845681](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1845681/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 36 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [44 Bartlett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-bartlett-st/) | 0.22 mi E | New building | Construction of a new residential building containing thirty-seven homeownership units, together with;22 off-street vehicle parking spaces, per approved plans. Lower floor (garage and lobby/amenities) are Type 1B (protected/non-combustible) and upper floors are Type 5A (protected/combustible) constr | $10,360,000 | [ERT1741889](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1741889/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [31 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-dorr-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Electrical | run circuits for 2 bathrooms run circuits for 2 ev chargers run circuits for 2 outside outlets | $3,000 | [E1907817](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1907817/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [88 Lambert Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/88-lambert-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | wire all new,3 town house style units to code install ufer ground | $36,800 | [E1837791](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1837791/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [92-96 Lambert Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/92--96-lambert-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Fire systems | New construction requires the installation of a new fire alarm system. | $12,000 | [EFA1906257](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1906257/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [31 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-dorr-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Renovate 1st floor/2nd floor bathroom. Install new tiles, drywall, plumbing and electrical as needed. | $31,300 | [SF1903065](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903065/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [73 Cedar St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-cedar-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Fire systems | installation of low voltage fire alarm system | $7,000 | [EFA1901564](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1901564/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [31 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-dorr-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Solar | Installation of a safe and code-compliant grid-tied solar system on an existing residential roof. 19 Panels, 8.26 kW DC. | $7,000 | [SF1895811](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895811/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [27 Guild St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-guild-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Other | Updated plans with change at the entrance of the building | Not listed | [A1663867](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1663867/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [32 Dudley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-dudley-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Install 30amp plug and 30a gfci breaker for electric dryer | $500 | [E1901008](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901008/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [44 Bartlett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-bartlett-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | New. Basement:1 oil separator,1 storm drain,2 storage tanks,2 water heaters,3 floor drains,1 kitchen sink,1 toilet,1 lavatory,1 dog wash sink,1 mop sink,1 elevator pump,4 hose bibbs. 1st/2nd/3rd/4th Fl:water heaters, kitchens,bathrooms,laundries,storm drains. 5th Fl:water heaters,storm drains. | $464,000 | [PL1896590](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1896590/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [73 Cedar St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-cedar-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | finish basement; rewire kitchen, two (2) bedrooms, one (1) living room, and one (1) bathroom | $3,700 | [E1892890](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1892890/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [44 Bartlett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-bartlett-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Install New Overhead Temporary Power | $1,500 | [E1888697](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888697/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [44 Bartlett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-bartlett-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | install underground conduit for the new service and temp service. | $1,000 | [E1874896](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874896/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [67 Lambert Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-lambert-av/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | wiring basement living space, 1st floor wiring living room, dining room, kitchen and half bathroom 2nd floor wiring 3 bedroom and 2 bathrooms Service upgrade 200 to 400 amps. | $15,000 | [E1869444](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869444/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [17 Highland Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-highland-park-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Fence, wall or deck | Construct Site Retaining wall per stamped plan | $381,000 | [ALT1860404](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1860404/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [52 Lambert Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-lambert-av/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | we are going to do cedar inpression siding on entire house install 3/8 insulation on top the existing siding bend aluminum for windows contract will be attach to this application | $15,000 | [SF1872122](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872122/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [2 Gore St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-gore-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | Renovation - install 2 tankless gas water heaters in the basement. | $2,500 | [G1888651](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1888651/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [92-96 Lambert Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/92--96-lambert-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Value engineered set of plans for ERT1764897. Updated stamped structural and architectural plans reflect the changes. Cost of project reflected on original ERT permit submission.; e[Plans] Filed. | Not listed | [A1837437](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1837437/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [2 Gore St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-gore-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | Renovation: Install 2 tankless water heaters in the basement. | $6,500 | [PL1888608](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1888608/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [79 Fort Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-fort-av/) | 0.23 mi SW | Demolition | Emergency stabilization and controlled demolition of unsafe deck/carport structure. Work includes shoring, bracing, and full hand disassembly of framing and multi-layer deck system. Debris removal and site stabilization. No reconstruction under this permit. | $20,500 | [SF1834278](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1834278/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [80 Terrace St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-terrace-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Fire systems | Install 7 combination carbon monoxide and photoelectric smoke detectors | $8,000 | [EFA1887008](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1887008/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [67 Lambert Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-lambert-av/) | 0.20 mi SE | Plumbing | Installation of drainage and water supply line for 1 half bath, 1 full bath and 1 laundry room. | $5,000 | [PL1882190](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882190/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [106 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-highland-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Alteration or repair | Install 5 replacement windows and strip and replace siding - no structural work | $62,149 | [SF1877832](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877832/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [80 Terrace St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-terrace-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing | Replace standard water closet with a baby Devoro for the preschool kids | $1,500 | [PL1880085](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1880085/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [1 Gurney St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-gurney-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in common area laundry room. | $540 | [G1874753](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1874753/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [32 Dudley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-dudley-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing front porch including decking, framing, stair system, and railings. Install new pressure-treated structural framing, Trex Transcend PVC decking, PVC railing system, and PVC trim/skirting. | $8,500 | [SF1861538](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861538/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [31 Dorr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-dorr-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Roofing | Roof replacement - Remove existing layers, inspect decking & replace if needed. Install proper underlayment, install new shingles. | $6,600 | [SF1865204](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865204/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [30 Dudley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-dudley-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing front porch including decking, framing, stair system, and railings. Install new pressure-treated structural framing, Trex Transcend PVC decking, PVC railing system, and PVC trim/skirting. | $8,500 | [SF1861534](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861534/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [67 Lambert Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-lambert-av/) | 0.20 mi SE | Addition | Modification and Interior renovation of a 2.5-story home. Scope includes an addition to extend living space and extend third story rear deck. Addition includes extending the building by 10'x6', adding a bathroom, installing new windows, flooring, lighting, wiring, minisplits, insulation, kitchen, ba | $150,000 | [ALT1797907](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1797907/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [30 Gurney St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-gurney-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in common area laundry room. | $540 | [G1859023](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1859023/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1440 Tremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1440-tremont-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Roofing | Remove existing EPDM roof system and install new 60-mil EPDM membrane, tapered insulation, flashing, edge metal, and related roofing components. No structural changes. No ESS or automated parking system/lift work. | $77,827 | [SF1857527](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857527/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [80 Terrace St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-terrace-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from 9 residential units, office space and parking garage to 9 residential units, childcare facility and parking garage. Also project includes a code-compliant (1) restroom for children's use that we will get child-size toilet. Certificate of Occupancy requested prior to state licen | $10,000 | [ALT1810497](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1810497/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [73 Cedar St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-cedar-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Amendment for ALT1686181. Modification to original plans ( Revised plans ). First floor utility closet removed, stairs removed from middle of the building to the front. Second floor, remove utility closet, and move stairs from middle to front of building. Move room from front of building to middle.; | Not listed | [A1855739](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1855739/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [27 Dudley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-dudley-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from a 6 unit building to a 7 unit building by splitting unit 3 into 2 units making it 7 units | $80,000 | [ALT1524770](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1524770/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [9 Highland Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-highland-park-av/) | 0.22 mi SW | Plumbing | Installing a watts 9d to system combo | $500 | [PL1846633](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846633/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [9 Highland Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-highland-park-av/) | 0.22 mi SW | Plumbing | Installing one navien combo in basement | $9,800 | [G1846636](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1846636/) |

## 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 5, 2026 | 88 Lambert Av | 0.24 mi SE | Zoning appeal: "Proposed installation of a detached accessory structure consisting of a chicken coop…" | [BOA1856602](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-06-01 |
| No decision posted | Oct 6, 2026 | 31 Millmont St | 840 ft SE | Zoning appeal: "7.25' x 13.5' pergola in backyard that is 8' tall" | [BOA1714931](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Concluded" | 2025-04-26 |
| Requested |  | 69 Centre St | 450 ft W | Zoning appeal: "New 2-story addition to existing 1-family home to extend living area" | [BOA1675162](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2024-12-02 |
| Approved | Sep 8, 2026 | 42 Lambert St | 950 ft SE | To combine existing vacant lots at 40 and 42 Lambert Street and propose new construction three-family dwelling… | [BOA1838044](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "AppProv" | 2026-04-09 |

Boston's decision codes, from its data dictionary (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/37d2e087-ce02-4090-bfdf-22de1ada3b23/resource/e11dcfa5-6f6f-4999-abc3-741f53c6731f/download/zba-data-dictionary.pdf): AppProv, "approved with conditions".

## More on this street

Other addresses on Highland Av with permits, nearest house number first:

- [31 Highland Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-highland-av/): newest permit Dec 4, 2025
- [22-24 Highland Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--24-highland-av/): newest permit Nov 24, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-15 21:35 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 15, 18:47 UTC.

Map, all 17 permits at this address and 82 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-highland-av/