# Building permits at 470 Commonwealth Av, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.3M alteration or repair at 498-528 Commonwealth Av, permitted Aug 25.

Five permits on record here. The newest, Aug 20: Install hardwired smoke detectors/carbon monoxide detectors in all common hallways. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 93 more permits (92 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | Electrical | Install hardwired smoke detectors/carbon monoxide detectors in all common hallways | $3,500 | [E1890180](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890180/) |
| Mar 29, 2023 | Sign | Removed the old sign, replace a new channel letter sign to the wall. | $4,300 | [ALT1449972](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1449972/) |
| Jul 21, 2015 | Sign | Installation of a new sign face at existing sign; no structure change | $1,000 | [SF496876](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF496876/) |
| Jun 5, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Replace 3 windows - no structural change | $5,443 | [SF250471](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF250471/) |
| Apr 1, 2010 | Sign | Replacing existing sign with new colors and text pending approval of Environment Department as per plans submitted to William Young. | $250 | [SF19987](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF19987/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

93 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 11, 2026 | [464-466 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/464--466-commonwealth-av/) | 100 ft E | Plumbing | remodel of condo with new bathroom fixtures and new kitchen fixtures | $8,400 | [PL1900561](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1900561/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [464-466 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/464--466-commonwealth-av/) | 100 ft E | Alteration or repair | Renovate existing kitchen and bathroom in Unit 203A. Replace cabinets, counters, some appliances, fixtures, tile and finishes. Open/repair walls as needed for plumbing/electrical access, with no structural alterations. Separate trade permits. No egress, occupancy or use changes. | $35,000 | [SF1897165](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897165/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [535 Newbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/535-newbury-st/) | 170 ft SW | Electrical | Install 30 amp Fused Htap in handhole in sidewalk to feed new decorative light pole with pole top antenna. Install fused Htap for pole light circuit. Install 4 circuits for pole antenna equip.. Crown Castle BOS_SC_018 | $3,500 | [E1855586](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855586/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 54 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [534-538 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/534--538-beacon-st/) | 970 ft NE | Plumbing | Unit 301 Replacing bathtub with Shower | $3,000 | [PL1896110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1896110/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [449 Marlborough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/449-marlborough-st/) | 950 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Demo kitchen and bathroom to studs and build back the same | $60,000 | [SF1900776](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900776/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [487 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/487-commonwealth-av/) | 350 ft NW | Roofing | rear elevation waterproofing. replace copper gutters with new copper gutters. flash and seal 22 windows | $41,850 | [SF1899983](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899983/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [61 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-bay-state-rd/) | 820 ft NW | Plumbing | install new backflow and water shut off for new boilers | $25,000 | [PL1903913](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903913/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [61 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-bay-state-rd/) | 820 ft NW | Plumbing | install two new gas boilers | $25,000 | [G1903912](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903912/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [25 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-bay-state-rd/) | 600 ft N | Plumbing | Replacing existing plumbing fixtures in Unit #5 | $2,000 | [PL1901932](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901932/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [533-545 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/533--545-commonwealth-av/) | 890 ft W | Electrical | Power modifications renovations for new wall on 2nd floor | $11,000 | [E1902014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902014/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [145-151 Ipswich St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/145--151-ipswich-st/) | 470 ft SW | Sign | Replace existing Lucky Strike signage with new & updated signage. Install window vinyl. | $18,800 | [ALT1893936](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1893936/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [583 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/583-beacon-st/) | 450 ft N | Roofing | Demo deck, roofing, & flashings. Install new roof insulation & membrane. Install new metal flashings, gutter & downspouts. Replacement skylights. Re-install deck in original footprint and anchor points. Reinstall railings in original locations. | $66,000 | [SF1842089](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1842089/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [498-528 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/498--528-commonwealth-av/) | 610 ft W | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of a former restaurant to a "Spaghetti Bar". Work includes select demolition, install of new flooring, millwork finishes, ceiling tile, folding windows at the existing solarium and steel to support the marquee sign. Please note that the actual address is 528 Commonwealth Ave no l | $2,287,363 | [ALT1870857](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1870857/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [407-411 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/407--411-commonwealth-av/) | 770 ft NE | Electrical | Swap 20 fixtures | $5,000 | [E1882771](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882771/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [533-545 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/533--545-commonwealth-av/) | 890 ft W | Alteration or repair | Office renovation of approx 214 SF of existing office and gym space, installing a 12' GWB wall and door to seperate the spaces | $27,500 | [SF1883374](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883374/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [527-529 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-beacon-st/) | 940 ft NE | Alteration or repair | 529 beacon st unit# 11 Kitchen and bathroom renovation Including floor and painting | $45,000 | [SF1884320](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1884320/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [527-529 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-beacon-st/) | 940 ft NE | Electrical | kitchen, Laundry, bathroom and one Bedroom renovation. Unit 6 | $11,500 | [E1886044](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1886044/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [21-23 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21--23-bay-state-rd/) | 580 ft N | Electrical | 2 bathrooms laundry room | $26,000 | [E1885724](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1885724/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [400-416 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/400--416-commonwealth-av/) | 770 ft E | Alteration or repair | Interior Demo Only Selective interior demolition within existing condominium Unit 301, including removal of non-load-bearing partitions, kitchen cabinetry, bathroom finishes and fixtures, flooring, ceilings, and miscellaneous interior finishes. No structural demolition, change of occupancy, or exter | $30,000 | [SF1884051](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1884051/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [636-638 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/636--638-beacon-st/) | 580 ft NW | Plumbing | I will replace existing boiler with same exact boiler, all piping will remain just doing swap out of boiler | $15,000 | [G1881395](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1881395/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [21-23 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21--23-bay-state-rd/) | 580 ft N | Plumbing | Renovation of 2 bathrooms on 2nd floor of 23 Bay State | $5,000 | [PL1877852](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1877852/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [397 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/397-commonwealth-av/) | 900 ft E | Roofing | Per ALT1855252 - Install fall protection at roof. Safety requirement. | $8,000 | [A1874834](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1874834/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [407-411 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/407--411-commonwealth-av/) | 770 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Replace kitchen countertop, sink and faucet. Replace tile backsplash in kitchen. Replace bathroom faucet. Remove and replace decorative lighting fixtures. Install new millwork in living room and replace interior trim. Paint and wallpaper thoroughout | $575,000 | [SF1863431](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863431/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [527-529 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-beacon-st/) | 940 ft NE | Electrical | Rewire Kitchen, Bathroom, Laundry and Bedroom. Apartment 17. | $15,000 | [E1874288](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874288/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [527-529 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-beacon-st/) | 940 ft NE | Electrical | Rewire Kitchen, Bathroom, Bedroom and Laundry. Apartment 11 | $15,000 | [E1874287](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874287/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 880 ft W | Plumbing | Replace a dishwasher and replace ice-maker installed 3 faucet | $2,500 | [PL1869957](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1869957/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 700 ft NW | Plumbing | Amendment of existing ALT 1798474 to add (2) showers in restrooms. No additional life safety work.*Office, Retail, Pilates studio and Research Lab | $8,500 | [A1871477](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1871477/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [534-538 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/534--538-beacon-st/) | 970 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install 8 windows for replacement. No structural changes. Work to be done in unit #407 admin: 5-13-2026 | $51,547 | [SF1868587](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868587/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [451 Marlborough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/451-marlborough-st/) | 910 ft NE | Electrical | Electrical to (3) rooftop mounted bathroom exhaust fans | $5,666 | [E1868655](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868655/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [401 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/401-commonwealth-av/) | 870 ft E | Electrical | Minor electrical demo of second floor office suite for safety 400-416 Commonwealth Ave | $2,500 | [E1862581](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862581/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 700 ft NW | Plumbing | Plumbing piping and fixtures at Strong Pilates | $40,000 | [PL1868014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868014/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 880 ft W | Electrical | AV Work: Furnish and Install 3 Displays and 6 Computer Monitors Furnish and Install 3 Clocks | $9,223 | [ELV1863856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1863856/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [397 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/397-commonwealth-av/) | 900 ft E | Fire systems | Work and costs is associated with ALT1301067. Sprinkler standpipe with roof hydrant location/access plan. | $20,000 | [ALT1855252](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1855252/) |
| Jun 20, 2026 | [534-538 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/534--538-beacon-st/) | 970 ft NE | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in common area laundry room. | $570 | [G1861834](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1861834/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [400-416 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/400--416-commonwealth-av/) | 770 ft E | Alteration or repair | Selective demolition existing office space. Remove partition walls, flooring, ceiling finishes to create warm lit shell. Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler to remain active and unchanged in space. Light fixtures and EBUs to be preserved in space. Debris to be live loaded, no onsite dumpster. | $39,238 | [SF1846668](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846668/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [30 Ipswich St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-ipswich-st/) | 950 ft SE | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in common area laundry room. | $400 | [G1861825](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1861825/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [479 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/479-commonwealth-av/) | 320 ft N | Fire systems | Moving existing fire alarm devices on 3rd and 4th floor due to work being performed by others on building permit SF1847059 | $2,995 | [EFA1861174](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1861174/) |
| Jun 13, 2026 | [479 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/479-commonwealth-av/) | 320 ft N | Plumbing | Rough in 2 laundries and water cooler on the 3rd floor. replace 7 shower units. | $14,500 | [PL1859410](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1859410/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 880 ft W | Electrical | Furnish (12) data cables to AV closet on 3rd floor. | $5,000 | [ELV1859490](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1859490/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 700 ft NW | Fire systems | Provide Fire Alarm Fitout for Pilates Studio Renovation, located on first floor. | $35,500 | [EFA1858162](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1858162/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 700 ft NW | Electrical | Running low voltage data | $8,000 | [ELV1857236](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1857236/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 700 ft NW | Electrical | General lighting and devices of Pilates studio | $45,000 | [E1857233](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857233/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [479 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/479-commonwealth-av/) | 320 ft N | Electrical | 4th & 5th Floor Subpanel replacements 7 Bathroom shower fixtures with switches, 1 overhead light Power for 2 washer/dryer setups, 1 drinking fountain | $23,000 | [E1856533](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856533/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [533-545 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/533--545-commonwealth-av/) | 890 ft W | Alteration or repair | Installing an All-Glass Ballistic Door System for a secured entrance to the CEO Admin space. Modify existing GWB wall and GWB ceiling to receive new door, and relocation of (1) light and (1) diffuser | $61,800 | [SF1851672](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851672/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [413-415 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/413--415-commonwealth-av/) | 730 ft NE | Plumbing | Water heater replacement | $5,000 | [PL1849669](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1849669/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [413-415 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/413--415-commonwealth-av/) | 730 ft NE | Plumbing | water heater replacement | $5,000 | [G1849672](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1849672/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [390 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/390-commonwealth-av/) | 880 ft E | Alteration or repair | Replacement of six windows in Unit 812 | $15,633 | [SF1850528](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850528/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 880 ft W | Electrical | Demo and install new light fixtures, switches, and receptacles. Wire A/C units. Install pipes and pull strings. | $20,000 | [E1853337](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853337/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 700 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from shell space to Pilates studio. Renovation of first floor unoccupied shell space for new pilates studio. Includes training room, 2 restrooms, 3 fan coil units, 1 electric water heater, a new electric meter and panels, and updates to the storefront. Adding FA/FP;3.18.2026 Applica | $610,000 | [ALT1798474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1798474/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [477-479 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/477--479-commonwealth-av/) | 320 ft N | Alteration or repair | Renovate unused space to study rooms. Update shower plumbing and wall/floor surfaces. Reconfigure storage room to laundry. | $259,050 | [SF1847059](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847059/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [445 Marlborough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/445-marlborough-st/) | 1,000 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install 1 french entry door and 2 windows for replacement. No structural changes. Admin: 2-11-2026 | $27,817 | [SF1847653](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847653/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [400-416 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/400--416-commonwealth-av/) | 770 ft E | Plumbing | Half bathroom: Toilet and sink replacement Full Bathroom: toilet replacement; tub to shower; sink replacement | $3,500 | [PL1848354](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848354/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1167 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1167-boylston-st/) | 600 ft S | Electrical | Install underground electrical service for street lighting control cabinet at boylston st/bowker overpass | $2,500 | [E1848511](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848511/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1167 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1167-boylston-st/) | 600 ft S | Electrical | Install underground electrical service for traffic signal cabinet at boylston st/bowker overpass | $2,500 | [E1848508](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848508/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [21-23 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21--23-bay-state-rd/) | 580 ft N | Alteration or repair | Renovate two bathrooms - remove all finishes, new tile, fixtures, flooring. | $200,000 | [SF1847575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847575/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [401 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/401-commonwealth-av/) | 870 ft E | Electrical | replacing panel for new security devices including door contacts and keypads | $1,400 | [ELV1846170](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1846170/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 880 ft W | Alteration or repair | Scope of work to be completed in Room 317. Demo the existing work counters, install (2) split HVAC system, new lighting, new electrical for incoming AV monitors and painting. | $112,450 | [SF1845008](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845008/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | [497 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/497-beacon-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Fire systems | Alter and modify existing manual fire alarm system per 780 cmr, chapter 34. | $10,500 | [EFA1901893](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1901893/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [383 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/383-commonwealth-av/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Replace meter centers and service feeds. No change to service, replacement is a one for one swap. | $10,000 | [E1901433](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901433/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [387 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/387-commonwealth-av/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Replace meter centers and service feeds. No change to service, replacement is a one for one swap. | $10,000 | [E1901434](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901434/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [374 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/374-commonwealth-av/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Repair existing wall-mounted cantilevered canopy by removing deteriorated material and replacing it with custom-fabricated iron components. Reinforce bracket supports with new bolts. Prime and paint repaired areas. Obtain Boston Fire Department Hot Work Permit and provide Fire Marshal. | $4,000 | [SF1887479](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887479/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [520 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/520-beacon-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Plumbing | Replace commercial boiler | Not listed | [PL1897632](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1897632/) |
| Sep 5, 2026 | [1089-1091 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1089--1091-boylston-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Plumbing | Remodeling of bathroom. Toilet, tub/shower, lavatory sink | $1,500 | [PL1897555](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1897555/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [497 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/497-beacon-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Gas piping for Stoves Units 11 & 12 | $2,000 | [G1896188](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1896188/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [497 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/497-beacon-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Plumbing for 2 new residential units on lower two floors. | $30,000 | [PL1837207](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1837207/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [532 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/532-beacon-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Fire systems | Replacing existing fire system with new addressable fire system (firelite and safety sensor)Approved Tier-1 only.;Tier-2 Requirements: To qualify for Tier-2 approval, a beacon must be provided. If clearance heights are restricted, the wall-mounted beacon must still be installed between 80 and 96 inc | $36,000 | [ALT1889619](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1889619/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [431 Marlborough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/431-marlborough-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Plumbing | Repairing burst in 1/2 inch silcoc line. Replace kitchen faucet | $450 | [PL1890321](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1890321/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [99 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/99-bay-state-rd/) | 0.24 mi NW | Roofing | masonry waterproofing to 5th and 6th floors rear of building. remove balcony to seal penetrations. seal 10 rear facing windows. repairs needed 20x25 rubber roof where existing deck currently sits. copper scuppers & down spouts to match existing | $202,700 | [SF1890653](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890653/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [565 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/565-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Installing underground PVC to three (3) locations. | $1,500 | [E1894206](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894206/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [520 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/520-beacon-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Remove and dispose all 15 window trims from the bay window on the left side of the rear façade Install 15 new wooden trims on the rear façade, keeping the existing aesthetic Seal all 15 new wooden trims with exterior grade sealant Prepare and paint the trims to match the original color | $10,000 | [SF1889078](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889078/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [528 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/528-beacon-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Renovation on Unit 06: First floor - 1 Kitchen, 1 electric laundry and 1 3/4 bathroom. | $8,000 | [PL1887781](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887781/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [532 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/532-beacon-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Fire systems | replace existing fire alarm system with an addressable system | $15,000 | [EFA1882129](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1882129/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [1249 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1249-boylston-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tenant buildout for new Cafe with 49 seats. Space was formerly CVS.; Restaurant to occupancy. Change occupancy from;Offices, Retail, Dance Studio &; Classrooms to;Office Retail, Dance Studio &; Classrooms and restaurant. [ePlans] | $500,000 | [ALT1857421](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1857421/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [497 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/497-beacon-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | Renovation 2 story apartament unit, unit 11 and unit 12, | $45,000 | [E1880550](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880550/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [51 Massachusetts Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-massachusetts-av/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Power feed to existing DAS node location. Site ID - BB-02 (Mass Ave @ Comm Ave Bridge) | $15,000 | [E1880948](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880948/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [680 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/680-beacon-st/) | 0.25 mi W | Alteration or repair | Renovate existing Citizens Bank 24-hour ATM vestibule including interior demolition, new non-load-bearing partitions, doors, glazing, finishes, HVAC, electrical and lighting. No structural work or change of occupancy. | $172,000 | [SF1873238](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873238/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [528 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/528-beacon-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Renovation Third floor unit 17: 1 kitchen, 1 laundry and 1 3/4-bathroom. | $8,000 | [PL1875856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1875856/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [528 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/528-beacon-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Renovation on second floor: 1 Kitchen, 1 laundry and 1 3/4-bath. Unit #11 | $8,000 | [PL1875107](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1875107/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [1109-1111 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1109--1111-boylston-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Re wire 3 rooms,kitchen and bathroom. Install new panel | $15,000 | [E1875174](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875174/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [1249 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1249-boylston-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Interior demo and exploritory work ahead of full buildout permit under ALT1857421. Scope to include turning up 9 sprinkler heads as needed | $15,000 | [SF1873439](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873439/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [1249 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1249-boylston-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Sign | Elec app. Per approval BPDA 3-10-26 and engineered attachment details, install projecting sign above existing canopy. Aluminum truss 3' x 22.5' with internally illuminated letters. To read: berklee. | $35,000 | [ALT1863121](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1863121/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [528 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/528-beacon-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen and bathroom Flooring and painting | $45,000 | [SF1862101](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862101/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [528 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/528-beacon-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen and bathroom renovation Also floor and paiting | $45,000 | [SF1862097](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862097/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [1109-1111 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1109--1111-boylston-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Remove 10 existing windows and replace with United Windows Bronze / white vinyl (U.30) Remove and replace 1 door | $16,169 | [SF1863547](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863547/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [380 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/380-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Interior renovations including new lighting, millwork, paint, appliances, wallcoverings, and flooring. | $900,000 | [SF1856481](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856481/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [1249 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1249-boylston-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Furnish and install 20Amp/120Volt Circuits for a new sign. (Sign installed by others). | $4,000 | [E1863567](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863567/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [51 Massachusetts Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-massachusetts-av/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Installation of new handhole in sidewalk at intersection of (59-61)Mass Ave and Commonwealth Ave. Install 30 amp underground service from Eversource Manhole. Install #6 conductors and 30 Amp Fused H-tap in Handhole for future Extenet pole. Ext_bb-02 | $1,500 | [E1861526](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861526/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [380 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/380-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Provide all necessary infrastructure to furnish and install an accessible lift for the courtWork to be done at rear entry, 415 Newbury Street; | $100,000 | [ALT1857944](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1857944/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [430 Marlborough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/430-marlborough-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Replace 10 windows | $21,893 | [SF1849807](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849807/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [421-423 Marlborough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/421--423-marlborough-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | back flow preventer for steam boiler back flow preventer for water boiler Water piping | $2,500 | [PL1855077](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1855077/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [421-423 Marlborough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/421--423-marlborough-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Replace existing steam boiler. Install new boiler for hot water system. | $40,000 | [G1855080](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1855080/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [680 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/680-beacon-st/) | 0.25 mi W | Sign | Elec App. Per BPDA approval 4-14-26 install signs for Citizens: S1 channel letters on backer panel parallel wall sign @34 sf; S2 and S3 two illum blades @19.17 sf each to replace two existing blades; S4 hours on door glass; S5 reface non-illum parallel sign over rear entrance. | $18,000 | [ALT1850496](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1850496/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [31 Massachusetts Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-massachusetts-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Unit 1-1 We will install gas stove and do pressure test on existing gas line | $1,500 | [G1850486](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1850486/) |

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