# Building permits at 42 Perham St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $400,000 alteration or repair at 55 Perham St, permitted Jun 5.

Two permits on record here. The newest, Dec 12, 2025: Insulation. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 59 more permits (57 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Insulation | $11,900 | [SF1804522](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1804522/) |
| Jun 30, 2010 | Other | Demolish and rebuild 2' high uniblock wall on front property. | $11,634 | [SF31927](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF31927/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 6 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 2026 | [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/) | 230 ft N | Plumbing | plumbing fixtures from first and second floors. Kitchen, bathroom, laundry, new heating system | $10,000 | [PL1886897](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1886897/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/) | 230 ft N | Plumbing | gas connections for dryer, oven, and combination boiler | Not listed | [G1886911](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886911/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/) | 230 ft N | Electrical | Rewiring all 3 floors include the basement per code, installed 35 recess lights, 3 bathrooms new electrical for laundry and outlets per code, new kitchen per code | $41,000 | [E1882546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882546/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [11 Ivory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-ivory-st/) | 230 ft E | Plumbing | Remodel existing 2nd fl bath | $7,500 | [PL1861484](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861484/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [11 Ivory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-ivory-st/) | 230 ft E | Electrical | 2nd floor bath | $1,200 | [E1860505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860505/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/) | 230 ft N | Alteration or repair | Gut kitchen renovation, build new ensuite bathroom and laundry room on 2nd floor, new storage closets and utility closet in 3rd floor, remove chimney from roof line thru basement. New heating and cooling system will be installed. | $400,000 | [SF1857200](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857200/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 32 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 760 ft N | Roofing | Removal of slate roof and chimney | $5,000 | [SF1906722](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906722/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [26 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-chesbrough-rd/) | 870 ft SW | Plumbing | Reconnection of gas to (1) furnace replacement. | $500 | [G1904904](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904904/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [14 Welton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-welton-rd/) | 540 ft NE | Plumbing | Replace 25' of 1" gas pipe and coupling | $500 | [G1904954](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904954/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [40 Ivory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-ivory-st/) | 300 ft S | Roofing | Strip and replace shingle roof. | $17,500 | [SF1899454](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899454/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [9 Tarleton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-tarleton-rd/) | 490 ft S | Roofing | Remove & repalce roof | $15,800 | [SF1901852](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901852/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [69 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-perham-st/) | 410 ft NW | Roofing | Remove old shingles and install new architectural shingles | $24,800 | [SF1901616](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901616/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 760 ft N | Demolition | Removing siding and windows. | $5,000 | [SF1900234](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900234/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [75 Spring St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-spring-st/) | 990 ft S | Electrical | replace and or retrofit 52 lights, add dimming wire to existing fixtures and install new dimming panel | $6,000 | [E1899223](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899223/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [7 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-chesbrough-rd/) | 740 ft SW | Alteration or repair | To remove and replace 1 entry door. Like for like; no structural alterations. | $8,616 | [SF1895004](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895004/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [69 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-dent-st/) | 530 ft N | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 1 window, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $1,647 | [SF1887762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887762/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [481 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/481-lagrange-st/) | 730 ft NE | Electrical | Install 200 amp service for 2 family with public meter, replace knob & tube wiring on the 1st & 2nd floors, install lights, switches, exhaust fans, & plugs | $40,000 | [E1894429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894429/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [92 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/92-perham-st/) | 590 ft NW | Roofing | Remove & Replace entire roof | $19,520 | [SF1877734](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877734/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [44 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-sanborn-av/) | 590 ft SW | Roofing | strip roof shingles and re-roof per manufacturers specs - replace 1 gutter - NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES | $30,300 | [SF1878846](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878846/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 760 ft N | Electrical | Full Demo, Rough & Finish Wiring of Single-Family House Renovation Including all Utilities. 200amp Overhead Service | $25,000 | [E1883149](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1883149/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [78 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-sanborn-av/) | 930 ft W | Plumbing | water heater | $650 | [PL1882869](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882869/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [78 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-sanborn-av/) | 930 ft W | Plumbing | water heater | $650 | [G1882867](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1882867/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [20-22 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20--22-sanborn-av/) | 580 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Install new siding and replace windows. | $150,000 | [SF1870076](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870076/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 760 ft N | Alteration or repair | Interior non-structural demolition of existing finishes. Scope includes removal of non-load-bearing walls, flooring, ceilings, and cabinets. No structural elements or load-bearing walls will be changed or removed. | $5,000 | [SF1881733](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881733/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [144-146 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/144--146-temple-st/) | 540 ft W | Alteration or repair | Deck work New footings 12"x48" sonatube 2'x10' frame in PT frame and 2'x12' stringers Ledger board to attach to the home and flashing Railing balusters 2x2 pressure treated with 5/4' by 6' railing top Lattice on driveway side only, opposite side Work to be done at 144 Temple St. | $10,000 | [SF1877875](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877875/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [183 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/183-temple-st/) | 960 ft NW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1875253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1875253/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [146 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/146-temple-st/) | 560 ft W | Electrical | Replace 200 amp main breaker panel. install all new breakers. install whole home surge protection. Update electric range circuit. update electric dryer circuit. | $4,000 | [E1875333](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875333/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [18 Pender St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-pender-st/) | 980 ft N | Alteration or repair | remove old deck and stairs build new deck and stairs | $7,500 | [ALT1871976](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1871976/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [8 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-preston-rd/) | 1,000 ft NE | Electrical | Basement remodel | $8,500 | [E1863222](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863222/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [506 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/506-lagrange-st/) | 750 ft NE | Plumbing | Renovation of first floor bathroom (1) sink, (1) standup shower, (1) toilet | $3,000 | [PL1858866](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858866/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [506 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/506-lagrange-st/) | 750 ft NE | Electrical | Rewiring a bathroom | $2,000 | [E1859968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859968/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [14 Welton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-welton-rd/) | 540 ft NE | Electrical | Remove and install bathroom fixture | $300 | [E1858492](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858492/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [14 Welton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-welton-rd/) | 540 ft NE | Plumbing | 1st Fl. replace fixtures 2 fl replace fixtures | $1,000 | [PL1856196](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1856196/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [14 Welton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-welton-rd/) | 540 ft NE | Plumbing | Gas stove on first and second | $1,000 | [G1856197](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1856197/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [506 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/506-lagrange-st/) | 750 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remodel first floor bathroom | $35,000 | [SF1855773](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855773/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [59 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sanborn-av/) | 540 ft W | Roofing | Strip and Re-roof with new Asphalt shingles | $11,000 | [SF1849208](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849208/) |
| May 23, 2026 | [57 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-dent-st/) | 450 ft N | Solar | Replacement of 20 Vynil Windows with Marvin Replacement windows with specs: Performance Information U-Factor: 0.3 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient: 0.33 Visible Light Transmittance: 0.57 Condensation Resistance: 57 CPD Number: MAR-N-332-00368-00001 | $30,200 | [SF1846764](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846764/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [34 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-chesbrough-rd/) | 940 ft W | Alteration or repair | Construct a 12x16 shed in rear yard | $10,000 | [ALT1839731](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1839731/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 21 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [2041-2051 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2041--2051-centre-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Sign | replace existing 4'x8' aluminum composite sign for new business | $350 | [ALT1880536](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1880536/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [45 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-chesbrough-rd/) | 0.19 mi W | Roofing | Remove existing wood shingles siding, Install new James Hardie shingles siding | $40,000 | [SF1900435](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900435/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [54 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | gas insert | $1,500 | [G1897405](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897405/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [131 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-dent-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | * Open the necessary sections of the basement ceiling to access the existing piping. * Remove and replace the sewer branch line serving the second-floor restroom, beginning at the basement ceiling. * Replace the accessible main sewer piping through the basement, continuing to just before the foundat | $8,000 | [PL1901297](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901297/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [59 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sherbrook-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of a Mitsubishi 12,000 BTU wall mounted ductless unit. Installation of a Mitsubishi 6,000 BTU wall-mounted ductless unit. | $6,897 | [SF1880094](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880094/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [45 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-chesbrough-rd/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Insulate the attic | $3,116 | [SF1880394](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880394/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [25-29 Spring St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25--29-spring-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Retrofit insulation of all exterior walls with fire rated closed cell polyurethane pour foam | $378,500 | [SF1891312](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891312/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [59 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-chesbrough-rd/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Renovate existing kitchen 1st floor No Structural Work | $83,003 | [SF1881561](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881561/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [4 Lorette St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-lorette-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | upgrade service to 400 amps. 200 amps for each unit,and add a house meter, house panel. Install subpanel in the 2nd floor/3rd floor/garage Re-wire to replace knob and tube circuits, | $31,000 | [E1888362](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888362/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [105 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/105-sanborn-av/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 entry door; like for like size; no structural changes | $9,416 | [SF1877945](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877945/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [59 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sherbrook-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Installation of a new high voltage electrical for (1) system. Includes: - New disconnect with surge protector built-in - New GFCI - New dedicated circuit - New wiring for the HVAC system | $1,050 | [E1880095](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880095/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [53 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/53-chesbrough-rd/) | 0.22 mi W | Roofing | Remove and Replace Existing Asphalt Shingle Roof, Install New 4" Broan Bathroom Exhaust Vent, Install New 8" Broan Kitchen Vent, Replace all Pipe Flashing, Install New Baffled Ridge Vent, Remove Existing Chimney Flashing and Replace. | $17,361 | [SF1875342](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875342/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [19 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-sherbrook-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Replace Existing Deck. No change to dimensions. | $25,000 | [SF1862124](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862124/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [15 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-sherbrook-st/) | 0.25 mi N | Electrical | Updating the Existing Solar Mods and Inverter Old - 16 Trina 245PA05 Inverter PVI 3.6-OUTD New - 16 Trina 275PD05.05 (1) Delta E4_BDI // RPI402EBDI0T2-E. Apsmart rsd-s-plc | $5,000 | [E1850211](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850211/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [527-529 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-lagrange-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | KITCHEN REMODEL - Demo, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Flooring, Tile BATHROOM REMODEL - Demo, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Plastering, Tile | $65,000 | [SF1856541](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856541/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [527-529 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-lagrange-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | 1st floor kitchen and half bath renovation. | $4,000 | [PL1858690](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858690/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [527-529 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-lagrange-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | 1st floor kitchen renovation. New gas range. | $500 | [G1858695](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1858695/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [527-529 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-lagrange-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Kitchen remodel | $2,500 | [E1856271](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856271/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [42 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,304 | [PL1853036](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853036/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [42 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,304 | [G1853034](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1853034/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [42 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 2 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $3,269 | [SF1844630](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844630/) |

## 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 |  | 8 Virgil Rd | 760 ft N | To renovate existing single-family dwelling; remove and rebuild roof to add 750 sq. ft. of third-floor… | [BOA1904426](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-25 |

## More on this street

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

- [52 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-perham-st/): newest permit Jan 8, 2025
- [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/): newest permit Aug 13, 2026
- [69 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-perham-st/): newest permit Sep 17, 2026
- [92 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/92-perham-st/): newest permit Aug 11, 2026
- [93 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/93-perham-st/): newest permit Jul 23, 2025
- [111 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111-perham-st/): newest permit Jan 15, 2025
- [127 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127-perham-st/): newest permit Dec 16, 2024
- [142 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-perham-st/): newest permit Feb 19, 2025
- [165 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/165-perham-st/): newest permit Jul 23, 2025
- [169 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/169-perham-st/): newest permit Apr 8, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-08 23:15 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 8, 17:47 UTC.

Map, both permits at this address and 59 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-perham-st/