# Building permits at 43 Newbern St, Boston, MA

Two permits on record here. The newest, Oct 31, 2025: Build 4' gable roof awning over existing masonry entry landing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 58 more permits (56 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.21 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Build 4' gable roof awning over existing masonry entry landing | $9,900 | [SF1789515](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1789515/) |
| Jan 13, 2016 | Roofing | Strip and reroof upper/hip shingle roof only. Install Landmark Architectural Grade Shingles. | $3,360 | [SF553712](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF553712/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | [32 Newbern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-newbern-st/) | 210 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Back Deck : Demolition, removal and disposal of existing deck framing, decking, and railing. Install new footing, frame install decking and code-compliant railing system, replace base 2 row siding and install flashing. shingling repairs around the ledger board. Window and Doors Replacement. | $26,613 | [SF1899803](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899803/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [44 Newbern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-newbern-st/) | 110 ft E | Roofing | Shingle Roof Replacement & Install a chimney cap | $11,397 | [SF1862259](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862259/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [14 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 220 ft N | Electrical | Install (2) 20amp circuits and (2) wall outlets at 2nd floor pantry Install (1) 20amp circuit and (1) wall outlet at 1st floor kitchen for gas stove | $2,300 | [E1876042](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1876042/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [30 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-everett-st/) | 480 ft NE | Plumbing | Replace water heater in the basement | $1,800 | [PL1901080](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901080/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [30 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-everett-st/) | 480 ft NE | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to water heater | $400 | [G1901086](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901086/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [10 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 260 ft N | Electrical | 400 AMP service installation and rewiring of the whole house. | $16,500 | [E1903935](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903935/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [95 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-carolina-av/) | 470 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remodel bathroom. 2 Outlets 3 switches low voltage light in shower 2 inspections. Building permit in place. | $4,000 | [E1905022](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905022/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [50-52 Sedgwick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50--52-sedgwick-st/) | 860 ft W | Plumbing | gas furnace replacement for unit#2 | $2,000 | [G1903871](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903871/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [144 Mcbride St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/144-mcbride-st/) | 820 ft S | Electrical | City of boston event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1902609](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1902609/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [95 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-carolina-av/) | 470 ft W | Plumbing | remodeling 2nd floor bathroom | $6,000 | [PL1902018](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1902018/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [10 Roanoke Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-roanoke-av/) | 720 ft NW | Electrical | Electrical installation for a exterior above ground swimming pool | $4,500 | [E1900292](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900292/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [31 Alveston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-alveston-st/) | 950 ft NW | Fire systems | Wire, Supply and Install FA Addressable System - Install Sprinkler Control Panel. | $12,000 | [EFA1897882](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1897882/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [10 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 260 ft N | Plumbing | Plumbing renovation including new water, waste and vent piping for kitchen, laundry, powder room and 2nd-floor full bath tub. Install water heater and fixtures. Existing attic bathroom to remain; reconnect existing piping only. | $35,000 | [PL1894508](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894508/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [10 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 260 ft N | Plumbing | Install new natural gas piping and connections for Navien NCB-240/130H combi boiler and kitchen gas range. Test gas piping and make final connections. | $3,000 | [G1894509](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1894509/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [95 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-carolina-av/) | 470 ft W | Alteration or repair | Unit #2 (second Floor). Gut full bathroom to studs. Swap location of toilet and vanity. Install single shower (2 body sprays, 1 shower head, 1 handheld). New Toilet will have bidet (electrician will install dedicated circuit). Tile floor and 3/4 of walls. Closed cell insulation on exterior wall. | $47,571 | [SF1891354](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891354/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [36 Alveston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-alveston-st/) | 850 ft NW | Solar | Rooftop solar 18 panels 7.38 kwdc no ESS no structural | $7,038 | [SF1887424](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887424/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [36 Alveston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-alveston-st/) | 850 ft NW | Solar | Rooftop solar 18 panels 7.38 kwdc no ESS | $23,562 | [E1887425](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887425/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [16 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-everett-st/) | 690 ft NE | Electrical | Install an additional car charger outside at the carport | $2,500 | [E1881831](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881831/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [104 Child St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104-child-st/) | 470 ft SW | Electrical | electrical for a Foyer renovation | $3,000 | [E1850769](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850769/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [99 Call St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/99-call-st/) | 590 ft S | Roofing | Zen Roofing shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to remove the existing roofing system and install a complete new GAF Timberline HDZ Roofing System in accordance with manufacturer specifications and industry best practices. To be included are two new sealed dryer  | $27,795 | [SF1882288](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882288/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [10 Roanoke Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-roanoke-av/) | 720 ft NW | Pool or spa | Install An Above Ground Aluminum Pool, 12' x 24' swim area, 16' x 34' with integrated safety fence/deck dimensions.;e[Plans] filed. | $15,000 | [ALT1877951](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1877951/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [77 Child St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-child-st/) | 700 ft SW | Roofing | Remove old existing roofing system and replace with new EPDM roofing system | $28,591 | [SF1850258](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850258/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [10 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 260 ft N | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of Single family.; Remove interior/exterior walls for insulation upgrades in basement, 1st &; 2nd floors. Replace windows, relocate kitchen, renovate baths/laundry, modify openings, and paint entire interior.NO RECORD OF OCCUPANCY;Owners: Sam Wheeler &; Adrie Lofters.;Phone. | $658 | [ALT1860429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1860429/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [107 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-carolina-av/) | 290 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Side porch to be updated to new composite handrails, and composite decking material for steps and platform. New lattice work underneath porch installed, front porch remove old wood railings and floor bring framing joists up to code if needed. Replace floor with composite decking, handrail with fir. | $27,000 | [SF1867433](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867433/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [10 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 260 ft N | Alteration or repair | Exploratory demolition of interior walls, no structural alterations to verify engineering plans and order proper materials. Work related to long form applied on ALT1860429 - Cost for this work is reflected on ALT1860429 permit applied and paid for. | $1,000 | [SF1863998](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863998/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [31 Alveston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-alveston-st/) | 950 ft NW | Electrical | Service upgrade to 600amp 3 gang. | $5,500 | [E1862644](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862644/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [58 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-carolina-av/) | 750 ft W | Alteration or repair | Finish attic as non-habitable storage only, with a clean protective wall/enclosure added as needed to safeguard HVAC equipment. | $38,481 | [ALT1765457](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1765457/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [45 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-everett-st/) | 330 ft NE | Electrical | Bathroom Renovation, wire and install 2 wall sconce, wire and install a recess light, wire and install an exhaust fan heater light unit, Instal a GFCI outlet, wire and install bidet outlet | $2,500 | [E1855738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855738/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [45 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-everett-st/) | 330 ft NE | Plumbing | Bathroom renew. | $4,500 | [PL1853223](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853223/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [74-76 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-carolina-av/) | 640 ft W | Electrical | Inspect wiring adjacent to the ceiling area affected by water damage (burst pipe) Replace electrical box Install new homerun to panel | $1,300 | [E1855060](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855060/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [45 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-everett-st/) | 330 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation, 1st floor unit | $39,863 | [SF1850565](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850565/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [13 Bishop St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-bishop-st/) | 470 ft NE | Alteration or repair | We have already received a short-form permit for this job and have paid the permit fee for the entire scope of work. This application is for the long-form permit to perform window replacement/installation and some exterior siding work at the back of the house.;8 new windows, plus 3 replacement windo | $70,200 | [ALT1798871](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1798871/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 26 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [3510 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3510-washington-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Fire systems | This amendment changes the licensed professional designer for fire alarm installation and inspection for Permit Number ALT1462358. The design remains the same as the previous design. The New Subcontractor company name is Priority 7 Alarm Systems LLC.Provide a common access to the sprinkler room.; | $25,000 | [A1901113](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1901113/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [26 Sedgwick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-sedgwick-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Roofing | remove & repalce entire roof | $21,625 | [SF1901857](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901857/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [150 Brookside Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/150-brookside-av/) | 0.21 mi NE | Roofing | Remove & repalce entire roof | $11,875 | [SF1901844](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901844/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [17 Gordon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-gordon-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Electrical | Wiring replacement for a ductless system | $1,012 | [E1903002](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903002/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [95 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-green-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Roofing | Installation of a new 60mil EPDM roof on the entire flat roof on the rear section of the building only. | $28,000 | [SF1894907](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894907/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [28 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-carolina-av/) | 0.23 mi W | Roofing | CLARIFICATION: Change the occupancy of existing roofing contractor's commercial dwelling into a three family home per plans submitted.;(This is one of two detached dwellings on the same lot and the total number of units shall equal six with 6 shared off street parking spaces);*APPLICATION FILED INCO | $750,000 | [ALT1682244](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1682244/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [30 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-carolina-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | CLARIFICATION: Change of occupancy of the existing garage into a three family home per plans submitted. (This is one of two detached dwellings on the same lot and the total number of units shall equal six with 6 shared off street parking spaces);*APPLICATION FILED IN CONJUNCTION WITH -ALT1682244Orig | $750,000 | [ALT1681326](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1681326/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [20 Child St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-child-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Disconnect & make safe existing feeds for (1) condenser & fan for existing cooler. Extend feed for (1) new condenser & reconnect existing feed for a new fan in existing cooler. Add convenience outlet near new condenser. | $10,000 | [E1881032](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881032/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [13 Union Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-union-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Blown Cellulose-Walls R-13 | $4,800 | [SF1869910](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869910/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [13 Union Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-union-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Blown Cellulose-Walls R-13 | $4,500 | [SF1869900](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869900/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [13 Union Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-union-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Blown Cellulose-Walls R-13 | $4,500 | [SF1869890](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869890/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [3458 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3458-washington-st/) | 0.21 mi E | New building | Erect new five-story mixed-use building to contain 36 dwelling units and ground-floor local retail business space, and residential amenity space, including bicycle storage room, with seven exterior accessory residential parking spaces at grade.*Clarification: Combine parcel# 1102856000 with vacant p | Not listed | [ERT1682848](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1682848/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [36a-36c Union Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36a--36c-union-av/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | remodel basement, install lights and outlets | $3,000 | [E1869733](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869733/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [3458 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3458-washington-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Foundation only permit.*See ERT of record for already stamped and approved permitted drawings for this project/FD- 7.7.2026 Costs low | Not listed | [FND1869084](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/FND1869084/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [36a-36c Union Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36a--36c-union-av/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | Remodel Basement Storage: Frame and insulate exterior walls. Frame storage partition walls. Lighting and outlets Relocate laundry appliances Drywall, taping and painting. | $79,584 | [ALT1843265](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1843265/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [70a South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70a-south-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Roofing | Asphalt Shingles repair on the dormer on the right side of the house from the bottom of dormer down to gutter and around the right and left side corners. Gutter and downspouts replacement on (front porch and left side of house) using Englert.32 gauge gutters. | $4,200 | [SF1865245](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865245/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [3531-3541 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3531--3541-washington-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Other | Install one (1) single sided banner. 36" H x 120" W. Flush mount to wall over main entrance. Installed for 30 days and then to be removed | $475 | [SF1867184](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867184/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [8 Greenough Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-greenough-av/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Exterior trim and siding repair and replacement, roof, gutter, and downspout replacement, plus exterior paint job. | $200,000 | [SF1857038](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857038/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [12 Union Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-union-av/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | In ground pool | $2,000 | [E1862117](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862117/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [165 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/165-green-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Roofing | Roof replacement Asphalt shinglesAPPROX 10 SQ | $5,500 | [SF1856706](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856706/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [11 Revere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-revere-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | replacing meter bank in basement | $12,000 | [E1852432](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852432/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [11 Revere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-revere-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | work is only being done in unit 6 and this consist of replacing the in unit panel, adding recessed lighting and undercabinet lighting in the kitchen. | $8,000 | [E1850377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850377/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [71a Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71a-williams-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Electrical | New house, 3 story, unit in basement | $65,000 | [E1846881](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846881/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [3484 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3484-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | Install a new 100 amp three face underground, temporary service inside the building in order to service the elevator and car lift installations | $850 | [ETS1849059](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1849059/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [43 Boynton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-boynton-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Roofing | Remove all roofing materials and install.060 EPDM rubber roofing. Remove all debris. | $38,175 | [SF1846600](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846600/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [71a Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71a-williams-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Fire systems | Install new fire alarm system | $10,000 | [EFA1845510](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1845510/) |

## 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 |  | 10 Verona St | 640 ft W | Zoning appeal: "Seeking to erect a new residential building with three units and three parking spaces" | [BOA1864261](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-06-23 |
| Requested |  | 11 Lee St | 520 ft SW | Zoning appeal: "Seeking to erect a new residential building with three units and three parking spaces" | [BOA1845120](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-05-01 |
| Withdrawn |  | 19 Kenton Rd | 0.24 mi SE | To construct an 8 unit multifamily building with 8 parking spaces | [BOA1625343](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Withdrawn" | 2024-07-10 |

## More on this street

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

- [44 Newbern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-newbern-st/): newest permit Sep 10, 2026
- [34 Newbern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-newbern-st/): newest permit Nov 5, 2025
- [32 Newbern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-newbern-st/): newest permit Sep 17, 2026
- [18 Newbern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-newbern-st/): newest permit Apr 25, 2025
- [16 Newbern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-newbern-st/): newest permit Mar 3, 2025
- [14 Newbern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-newbern-st/): newest permit Feb 10, 2026
- [12 Newbern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-newbern-st/): newest permit Sep 15, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 17:26 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 9, 13:17 UTC.

Map, both permits at this address and 58 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-newbern-st/