# Building permits at 420 E St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $72M new building at 295 W First St, permitted Jun 17.

38 permits on record here. The newest, Jun 10: Install flute-fill iso in between low flutes of metal roof panels. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 37 more permits (36 projects) since May 1. One is a new building, 720 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2026 | Roofing | Install flute-fill iso in between low flutes of metal roof panels. over flute-fill install new 1" polyisocyanurate iso mechanically attached to deck using heavy duty plates and fasteners. Install new 60 mil TPO membrane in accordance with manufacturers specifications. | $489,650 | [SF1850241](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850241/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Electrical | install 3 new twist lock battery charger outlets. | $800 | [E1856690](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856690/) |
| Nov 16, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Amending;ALT1490883. Replacing/repair of the existing interior concrete slabs, per structural engineer Memorandum. [ePlan] | $85,000 | [A1545068](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1545068/) |
| Jul 17, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Repair / Replacement of the existing interior concrete slab per Structural Engineering drawings | $672,600 | [ALT1490883](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1490883/) |
| Jan 18, 2023 | Sign | Replace existing 2 signs with same size signs with new name 12'10" x 4'8" add vinyl decals to front of door | $1,050 | [ALT1422248](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1422248/) |
| Nov 8, 2022 | Plumbing | Replace fixtures in mens wear house bathroom | $10,000 | [PL1412097](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1412097/) |
| Mar 29, 2022 | Electrical | Reuse existing Data and run new data that was cut by GC. Termination of data wires. | $2,100 | [ELV1309239](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1309239/) |
| Oct 27, 2021 | Plumbing | Relocate break room sink. And change fixtures in 2 bathrooms. | $5,000 | [PL1262431](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1262431/) |
| Oct 13, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Electrical Renovation on first floor | $24,000 | [E1257100](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1257100/) |
| Jul 29, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Improvement to existing DHL office. Replacement of the damaged sheetrock as need it and moving couple of non bearing walls. Replacement of the flooring and plumbing fixtures using the same locations. Replacement/reconfigure of existing sprinkler heads to allow ceiling tile to be replaced. Replacemen | $45,000 | [SF1227325](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1227325/) |
| Sep 21, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Installation of steel support underneath outer rear wall | $366,185 | [SF1117521](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1117521/) |
| Dec 13, 2019 | Electrical | Install new 60 amp 120/240 volt electrical service on pole 11. Work order number is # 2351852. Electrical service is for new Cellular Antenna. Cellular Antenna draws 6 amps. Pole is in front of 420 E. St. No Electrical Meter. | $1,750 | [E1031138](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1031138/) |
| Mar 7, 2019 | Electrical | Voice and Data Cabling. Category 5E cable. | $1,300 | [ELV928177](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV928177/) |
| Feb 19, 2019 | Fire systems | add strobe and relocate horn/strobe | $1,000 | [EFA924394](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA924394/) |
| Feb 15, 2019 | Fire systems | Replace existing digital communicator with aes central station radio transmitter. | $600 | [EFA923874](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA923874/) |
| Jan 30, 2019 | Plumbing | new 1/2 bath and water fountan | $8,500 | [PL914555](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL914555/) |
| Jan 8, 2019 | Electrical | Office area fit-up. | $20,000 | [E912415](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E912415/) |
| Dec 4, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Interior Alteration for HD supply Construction &; Industrial -White Cap | $185,000 | [ALT898020](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT898020/) |
| Mar 7, 2017 | Electrical | Lamp &; Ballast | $1,000 | [E686622](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E686622/) |
| Nov 30, 2016 | Electrical | lamp and ballast fixtures | $1,000 | [E661736](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E661736/) |
| Jan 6, 2015 | Electrical | Installation of security system | $4,046 | [ELV438801](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV438801/) |
| Dec 3, 2014 | Electrical | Install new 400 amp 3phase 4 wire Manual Generator Transfer switch in Electric room. Install new 400 amp 3 phase 4 wire feeder and subpanel needed to separate critical emergency generator circuits. | $25,000 | [E431548](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E431548/) |
| Aug 11, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Re-supporting of exterior walls and floor (partial) per plans filed. | $509,000 | [ALT391892](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT391892/) |
| Aug 5, 2014 | Demolition | Remove rotten wood,debris and some pavement to prepare for structural work | $10,000 | [SF391875](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF391875/) |
| Mar 31, 2014 | Electrical | install security cameras | $600 | [ELV348556](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV348556/) |
| Mar 25, 2014 | Plumbing | work at 420B E street - separating gas meters by adding a meter | $5,000 | [G346552](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G346552/) |
| Feb 24, 2014 | Electrical | Small Office Renovation | $1,200 | [ELV338742](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV338742/) |
| Feb 24, 2014 | Electrical | Renovate Small Office. | $15,000 | [E338739](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E338739/) |
| Feb 12, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Renovation to the first floor. Work to include; installation of shelving, partitions,and millwork. | $10,000 | [SF326122](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF326122/) |
| Dec 16, 2013 | Sign | Install one(1) Aluminum Frame Sign 4ft high x 8 ft wide and one awning with no graphic 4ft high x 12ft wide over front entrance per BRA approval; works to be done by the responsible professional N. Cutler of Signarama Co. | $3,300 | [ALT308280](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT308280/) |
| Nov 25, 2013 | Electrical | Add new 100 amp service single phrase, meter panel, install new EBUs + exit signs. Connect to new panel all existing lights and plugs, add two new exterior lights. | $15,000 | [E297578](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E297578/) |
| Oct 21, 2013 | Alteration or repair | knock down old part of building to form new storage area new showroom area and bathrooms demising wall.; No change in occupancy.; as pr plans | $250,000 | [ALT270007](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT270007/) |
| Aug 30, 2013 | Fire systems | Fire System Upgrade due to renovations for new tenant | $13,000 | [EFA281374](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA281374/) |
| Aug 26, 2013 | Plumbing | install two bathrooms two toilets two lavatories sewer ejector water heater and water pipe | $11,000 | [PL279557](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL279557/) |
| Aug 15, 2013 | Electrical | Move 200amp 480volt existing panel. Reconnecting existing lights in warehouse. Electrical & lighting in office, showroom and new bathrooms. Install new exterior lighting and GFI receptacle. New emergency lights. | $38,000 | [E275168](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E275168/) |
| Aug 6, 2013 | Electrical | Install low voltage security system and CCTV equipment. | $7,448 | [ELV270341](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV270341/) |
| Dec 18, 2012 | Alteration or repair | clean and paint walls ceilings doors frames doors and colmns. new VCT in bathrooms. remove old shelving/mezzininne. repair overhead doord and stops | $10,800 | [SF208820](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF208820/) |
| Apr 5, 2010 | Electrical | Temp genny power for film production | $500 | [ETS20612](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS20612/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 2026 | [380 E St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/380-e-st/) | 190 ft SW | Electrical | Need existing solar meter inspected was deactivated in Eversource system Meter #8584886 We did a site inspection the meter and solar array are in good working condition and have no reason to be off. | $1,500 | [E1874659](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874659/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 22 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [314-330 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/314--330-w-second-st/) | 880 ft SW | Plumbing | Kitchen Remodel of unit 313 | $4,000 | [PL1906353](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906353/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [314-330 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/314--330-w-second-st/) | 880 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove tile flooring to install new wood tile plank in unit. Remove kitchen cabinets. Update electrical and install plumbing fixtures. Kitchen cabinets & countertops to be installed by ikea. | $35,800 | [SF1902258](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902258/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [295 W First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295-w-first-st/) | 720 ft SW | Electrical | 600 amp 480 volt temporary service for construction. (2) 5" empty utility primary pipes, (2) 4" secondary pipes and wire, disconnect, CT/meter, and 480 volt panel. | $12,000 | [ETS1899269](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1899269/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [391-395 D St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/391--395-d-st/) | 590 ft N | Plumbing | Element Hotel - replacement pool heater | $6,500 | [G1894284](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1894284/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [653 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/653-summer-st/) | 850 ft SE | Alteration or repair | demo | $10,000 | [E1886910](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1886910/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [653 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/653-summer-st/) | 850 ft SE | Plumbing | make safe of water piping for building demo | $2,000 | [PL1887220](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887220/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [653 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/653-summer-st/) | 850 ft SE | Plumbing | make safe of gas piping for building demo | $2,000 | [G1887218](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1887218/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [368-370 E St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/368--370-e-st/) | 950 ft SW | Electrical | Panel Replacement 100 Amps / Replace Outlet & Switch | $3,958 | [E1877687](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877687/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [350 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/350-w-second-st/) | 960 ft S | Plumbing | Remodeling. 1st Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 garbage disposal, 2 toilets, 2 lavatories, and 1 shower stall. | $7,000 | [PL1875568](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1875568/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [346 D St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/346-d-st/) | 600 ft W | Electrical | Connecting 10 furniture feeds at 346 D st, 2nd floor, Boston for Verizon. | $315 | [E1874788](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874788/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [345 D St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/345-d-st/) | 740 ft SW | Electrical | Replace/wire a rooftop condenser. | $850 | [E1871948](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1871948/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [350 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/350-w-second-st/) | 960 ft S | Alteration or repair | Primary Bathroom - replace tile, vanity, sink and faucet, shower trim, shower door, toilet, vanity lights. Secondary Bathroom - install new vanity and toilet. Kitchen - Replace island lights, backsplash, and countertops. Install kitchen sink and disposal. | $38,250 | [SF1865377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865377/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [345 D St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/345-d-st/) | 740 ft SW | Other | Install York Rooftop Package Unit | $18,000 | [SF1864038](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864038/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [321 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/321-w-second-st/) | 960 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Shower Tiles and Fixtures Upgrade in Unit 12 only! | $18,594 | [SF1853327](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853327/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [295 W First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295-w-first-st/) | 720 ft SW | New building | Submitting for Zoning Refusal. Erect four-to six-story mixed-use residential building of up to 240 residential units, on-site and above grade garaged parking for up to 125 vehicles, commercial space for retail/food service. Companion ALT to be filed for lot combination.*9/18/24 Application assigned  | $72,000,000 | [ERT1648618](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1648618/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [346 D St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/346-d-st/) | 600 ft W | Electrical | Network wiring for Verizon | $5,200 | [ELV1861479](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1861479/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [295 W First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295-w-first-st/) | 720 ft SW | Electrical | Run two circuits along construction fence to feed 5 GFCI outlets | $3,000 | [ETS1858330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1858330/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [291 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/291-w-second-st/) | 920 ft SW | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to the water heater. | $400 | [G1829856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1829856/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [295 W First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295-w-first-st/) | 720 ft SW | Electrical | Drive two ground rods and ground two portable generators | $400 | [ETS1850575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1850575/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [346 D St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/346-d-st/) | 600 ft W | Electrical | Security Scope 1 Card Access Panel 14 Card Reader Doors 11 Glass Break Detectors 26 Video Cameras | $95,000 | [ELV1850157](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1850157/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [295 W First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295-w-first-st/) | 720 ft SW | Demolition | 295 West First street complete demolition including slab and foundations.Dig Safe#20261312184 | $30,000 | [SF1838079](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1838079/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [291 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/291-w-second-st/) | 920 ft SW | Plumbing | Reconnect water heater in the basement | $1,800 | [PL1829853](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1829853/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [211 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-w-third-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Replace all windows, and exterior doors. install insulated zip sheathing over the existing sheathing install james hardi siding and pvc trim. the deck included in the contract will be applied for in a separate longform permit | $300,000 | [SF1902854](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902854/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [232 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/232-w-third-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | wire low voltage to HVAC units | $2,500 | [ELV1902271](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1902271/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [405-409a D St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/405--409a-d-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Image upgrade for a Dunkin Donuts. New millwork, paint, wall tile and equipment. NO structural work or interior layout changes to the existing space. | $62,000 | [SF1894198](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894198/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [405-409a D St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/405--409a-d-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | Remodel- Power Lighting Data | $15,000 | [E1900468](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900468/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [405-409a D St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/405--409a-d-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Plumbing | add 2 floor sinks, hand sink, dump sink | $22,000 | [PL1899440](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1899440/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [175 F St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/175-f-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Erect 100A temp service all grounding / bonding. UA 28472649 | $1,000 | [ETS1886693](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1886693/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [232 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/232-w-third-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Wire 2 new townhouses to code and plans | $35,000 | [E1883133](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1883133/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [203 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/203-w-third-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 6 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $17,970 | [SF1875955](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875955/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [354 E St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/354-e-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | provide emergency shoring as per the emergency shoring plan in correlation with long form #Alt1348626 | $20,000 | [SF1872826](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872826/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [203 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/203-w-third-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tub to shower remodel with an acrylic replacement unit and prefabricated base. Replace fixture and valve. No structural work. | $18,181 | [SF1870149](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870149/) |
| Jul 11, 2026 | [203 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/203-w-third-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | Tub to shower remodel with an acrylic replacement unit and prefabricated base. Replace fixture and valve. No structural work. | $4,959 | [PL1870157](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1870157/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [190 F St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190-f-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Replacing 17 light fixture in basement due to water damage | $3,200 | [E1858728](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858728/) |
| May 24, 2026 | [175 F St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/175-f-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | 9 Residential units new construction | $180,000 | [PL1851585](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1851585/) |
| May 24, 2026 | [175 F St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/175-f-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | 9 Residential Units New Construction | $52,500 | [G1851587](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1851587/) |

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-03 22:51 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/