# Building permits at 46 Potomac St, Boston, MA

Three permits on record here. The newest, Aug 7: Full Re-Roof, Comp Shingle, No Structural Work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 61 more permits (59 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2026 | Roofing | Full Re-Roof, Comp Shingle, No Structural Work. | $8,879 | [SF1869413](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869413/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | Solar | Installation of solar panels on existing residential roof. 7.92 kW. Addition of 1 0-60A circuits. 18 panels. | $57,106 | [SF1874811](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874811/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Solar | Installation of solar panels on existing residential roof. 7.92 kW. Addition of 1 0-60A circuits. 18 panels. | $28,553 | [E1874817](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874817/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

61 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 29, 2026 | [156 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/156-mount-vernon-st/) | 150 ft NE | Plumbing | Gas test for a locked meter | $1,000 | [G1877104](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1877104/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 34 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [57 Richwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-richwood-st/) | 880 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove chimney, renovate existing bathrooms on second and third floor | $52,000 | [SF1902803](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902803/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [31 Houston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-houston-st/) | 990 ft NE | Plumbing | replacing gas water heater | $3,000 | [G1905505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1905505/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [23 Bertson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-bertson-av/) | 810 ft W | Roofing | Strip & re-roof existing shingles/roofing, replace existing ridge vent, ice/water & drip edges, chimney flashing & counter-flashing; | $15,000 | [SF1895971](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895971/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [15 Yorktown St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-yorktown-st/) | 350 ft S | Alteration or repair | Strip entire home of wood siding down to substrate Install Grayne siding by Westlake Royal Building Products Remove existing gutters from the entire house Install new aluminum seamless gutters on existing areas Install new downspouts and hardware - Round smooth downspout included | $55,000 | [SF1902090](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902090/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [15 Yorktown St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-yorktown-st/) | 350 ft S | Roofing | Remove existing shingle roof on the entire house Install an 8" drip edge on all leading edges Install new GAF Timberline High Definition Architectural shingles Chimney: Re-use lead, ring ice and water ring, new step flashing, install shingles and Geocel joints added | $13,500 | [SF1902084](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902084/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [280 Vermont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/280-vermont-st/) | 900 ft W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID - 882158) | $4,000 | [SF1895055](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895055/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [615 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/615-lagrange-st/) | 290 ft W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-878223) | $8,000 | [SF1894518](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894518/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [131 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-dent-st/) | 800 ft SW | 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 4, 2026 | [563 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/563-lagrange-st/) | 440 ft S | Electrical | 50 amp Hard Wired EV Charger / Replace Outside Motion Flood Light / Replace Closet Light | $2,519 | [E1897024](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897024/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [15 Bertson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-bertson-av/) | 700 ft W | Alteration or repair | Insulate Walls | $2,754 | [SF1894786](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894786/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [95 Grayfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-grayfield-av/) | 610 ft N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-885111) | $8,000 | [SF1893900](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1893900/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [40 Richwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-richwood-st/) | 1,000 ft E | Alteration or repair | Realine garage structure, raise structure and build a concrete base 6" higher than existing. Install new sill all around. | $42,600 | [ALT1862937](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1862937/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [266 Vermont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/266-vermont-st/) | 770 ft W | Roofing | Strip roof. Install ice and water shield and synthetic underlayer. Install GAF Architect Type Roofing Shingles. | $13,050 | [SF1889517](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889517/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [116 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-mount-vernon-st/) | 560 ft SE | Electrical | Installation of a 120v smoke circuit | $3,000 | [E1887295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887295/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [644 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/644-lagrange-st/) | 730 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Fixing threshold on back of house | Not listed | [SF1886479](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886479/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [14 Thurlow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-thurlow-st/) | 590 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-877984) | $2,000 | [SF1878206](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878206/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [644 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/644-lagrange-st/) | 730 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Fixing the wood on the outside of the house due to damage from tree branch; | Not listed | [SF1883569](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883569/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [138 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/138-mount-vernon-st/) | 300 ft E | Electrical | Install power to and, install outlet and fixture in detached garage. | $750 | [E1882035](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882035/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [31 Houston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-houston-st/) | 990 ft NE | Plumbing | relocating washing machine to second floor | $6,000 | [PL1881699](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1881699/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [19 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-sherbrook-st/) | 660 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Replace Existing Deck. No change to dimensions. | $25,000 | [SF1862124](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862124/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [12 Crest St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-crest-st/) | 570 ft NE | Electrical | Leviton load center malfunctioned replace with new ABB load center with Generator back feeder | $5,000 | [E1872517](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872517/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [18 Pender St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-pender-st/) | 880 ft S | Alteration or repair | remove old deck and stairs build new deck and stairs | $7,500 | [ALT1871976](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1871976/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [280 Vermont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/280-vermont-st/) | 900 ft W | Electrical | Mini split wiring (3 Ton), Electric water heater | $1,600 | [E1867364](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867364/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [15 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-sherbrook-st/) | 620 ft SW | 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 29, 2026 | [280 Vermont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/280-vermont-st/) | 900 ft W | Plumbing | Replace Water Heater | $500 | [PL1865267](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1865267/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [527-529 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-lagrange-st/) | 880 ft SE | 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/) | 880 ft SE | 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/) | 880 ft SE | Plumbing | 1st floor kitchen renovation. New gas range. | $500 | [G1858695](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1858695/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [9 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-park-st/) | 960 ft E | Alteration or repair | install 19 anderson replacement windows. Energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $28,375 | [SF1845415](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845415/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [116 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-mount-vernon-st/) | 560 ft SE | Electrical | new construction addition | $20,000 | [E1856667](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856667/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [527-529 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-lagrange-st/) | 880 ft SE | Electrical | Kitchen remodel | $2,500 | [E1856271](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856271/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [138 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/138-mount-vernon-st/) | 300 ft E | Electrical | replacing heat pump system equipment (outdoor & indoor) | $1,200 | [E1847112](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847112/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [30 Bertson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-bertson-av/) | 790 ft W | Alteration or repair | Installation of (2) Sliding Patio Doors | $16,082 | [SF1843528](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843528/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [15 Bertson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-bertson-av/) | 700 ft W | Addition | Build a two story addition on the rear of the house and renovate the kitchen. | $200,000 | [ALT1788610](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1788610/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [14 Addington Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-addington-rd/) | 0.19 mi NW | Addition | Demo existing 1-story, (6.5'x20.1') 3-season sunroom structure. Proposed construction consists of a 1-story, 12' x 22.5' wood frame structure, 2-room addition, supported on reinforced concrete pier footings. One room will be a family room, and the other room will be full bathroom. | $85,000 | [ALT1824218](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1824218/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 0.21 mi S | Roofing | Removal of slate roof and chimney | $5,000 | [SF1906722](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906722/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [181 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/181-perham-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Remodel kitchen and 2 1/2 bathrooms and add full bathroom Replace windows flooring interior trim and doors board and plaster | $224,730 | [SF1903730](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903730/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [9 Carroll St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-carroll-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site id-879179) yr2 | $7,000 | [SF1893899](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1893899/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [9 Carroll St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-carroll-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-879179) | $7,000 | [SF1873784](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873784/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 0.21 mi S | Demolition | Removing siding and windows. | $5,000 | [SF1900234](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900234/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [69 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-dent-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 1 window, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $1,647 | [SF1887762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887762/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [59 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sherbrook-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | 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 1, 2026 | [675 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/675-lagrange-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | install 18 harvey replacement windows. Energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $20,560 | [SF1886118](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886118/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [34 Addington Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-addington-rd/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $200 | [G1863478](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1863478/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 0.21 mi S | 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 6, 2026 | [59 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sherbrook-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | 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/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 0.21 mi S | 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 28, 2026 | [29 Richwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-richwood-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Electrical | 2nd Floor: - Wire two (2) new bathrooms - Laundry room - HVAC - Bedroom recess 1st Floor: - Electric Stove Basement: - New 100amp Panel - HVAC | $12,575 | [E1878223](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878223/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [29 Richwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-richwood-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | Pending;ALT1855290 Occupancy Committee.Frame walls to create new primary bathroom and 2nd floor bathroom in existing bedroom. Frames walls for laundry room; create smaller bedroom out of previous 2nd floor bathroom and closet. | $42,895 | [SF1850990](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850990/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [29 Richwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-richwood-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Plumbing | Laundry and washing machine basement | $3,000 | [PL1871578](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871578/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [29 Richwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-richwood-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Plumbing | Rough and Final plumbing for primary, main bath, laundry 2nd floor | $12,000 | [PL1868836](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868836/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [29 Richwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-richwood-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Plumbing | Gas dryer basement | $1,000 | [G1871579](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1871579/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [18 Addington Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-addington-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 5 windows, 1 patio door; like for like size; no structural changes | $22,439 | [SF1865240](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865240/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [29 Richwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-richwood-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy as existing single-family dwelling- | Not listed | [ALT1855290](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1855290/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [506 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/506-lagrange-st/) | 0.23 mi S | 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/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Rewiring a bathroom | $2,000 | [E1859968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859968/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [506 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/506-lagrange-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Remodel first floor bathroom | $35,000 | [SF1855773](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855773/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [683 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/683-lagrange-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 6.56 kw 16 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $61,200 | [SF1841528](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1841528/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [683 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/683-lagrange-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 6.56 kw 16 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $61,200 | [E1841530](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1841530/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [80 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of existing finished room on basement floor. Work includes removal of existing interior non-load-bearing partition walls, drywall, carpet, and flooring. Partition wall faming and subfloor reinstalled like-for-like. New non-load-bearing framing for closet along north wall | $30,000 | [SF1841424](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1841424/) |

## 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 | 0.21 mi S | 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 Potomac St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [48 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-potomac-st/): newest permit Mar 12, 2026
- [50 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-potomac-st/): newest permit Dec 17, 2024
- [55 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-potomac-st/): newest permit Jul 28, 2025
- [60 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-potomac-st/): newest permit Oct 9, 2024
- [64 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-potomac-st/): newest permit Jan 9, 2026
- [67 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-potomac-st/): newest permit Oct 21, 2024
- [18-20 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-potomac-st/): newest permit Sep 2, 2025
- [76 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-potomac-st/): newest permit Mar 17, 2026
- [15 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-potomac-st/): newest permit Aug 12, 2025
- [10 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-potomac-st/): newest permit Apr 15, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 08:44 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, 06:47 UTC.

Map, all 3 permits at this address and 61 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-potomac-st/