# Building permits at 48 Hall St, Boston, MA

Four permits on record here. The newest, Apr 4, 2025: Water heater unit 3. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 42 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2025 | Plumbing | water heater unit 3 | $600 | [PL1704067](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1704067/) |
| Apr 4, 2025 | Plumbing | water heater unit 3 | $700 | [G1704066](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1704066/) |
| Jul 29, 2013 | Alteration or repair | window installation, replace two windows at rear of house, installing is existing window locations, install new trim on interior and exterior | $2,500 | [SF268124](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF268124/) |
| Sep 19, 2011 | Electrical | Replace motherboard to existing security system. | $100 | [ELV95491](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV95491/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2026 | [25 Boynton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-boynton-st/) | 180 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-9536) (Unit-25) | $8,000 | [SF1866793](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1866793/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [43 Boynton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-boynton-st/) | 160 ft NE | Roofing | Remove all roofing materials and install.060 EPDM rubber roofing. Remove all debris. | $38,175 | [SF1846600](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846600/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 17 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | [144 Mcbride St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/144-mcbride-st/) | 960 ft NE | Electrical | City of boston event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1902609](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1902609/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [162-172 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/162--172-south-st/) | 530 ft SW | Sign | Aluminum Panel, Komacel Plastic raised letters 3/4" deep and Non-Illuminated 29.5"x52" | $450 | [ALT1814749](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1814749/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [21-23 Saint Rose St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21--23-saint-rose-st/) | 780 ft W | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 23 Saint Rose St Apt 642 | $1,200 | [ELV1887054](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1887054/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [104 Child St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104-child-st/) | 910 ft NE | 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/) | 810 ft NE | 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 10, 2026 | [162-172 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/162--172-south-st/) | 530 ft SW | Electrical | Adding recessed light, smoke detectors, exit signs and ebus | $3,500 | [E1884351](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1884351/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [195 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/195-south-st/) | 800 ft SW | Plumbing | water heater unit 4 | $650 | [PL1877808](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1877808/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [195 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/195-south-st/) | 800 ft SW | Plumbing | water heater replacement UNIT 4 | $650 | [G1877806](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1877806/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [20 Child St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-child-st/) | 820 ft NW | 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 22, 2026 | [156a South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/156a-south-st/) | 450 ft W | Electrical | Wire Ductless Hvac system 3 wall units in unit 1 L | $1,500 | [E1874958](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874958/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [77 Child St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-child-st/) | 710 ft N | 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 | [18 Boynton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-boynton-st/) | 330 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Replacement of rear deck system with new metal frame stairs and structural changes to the existing layout | $70,500 | [ALT1868338](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1868338/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [133 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/133-south-st/) | 590 ft W | Electrical | replacement of first floor panel | $1,500 | [E1871857](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1871857/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [12 Anson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-anson-st/) | 710 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Install 10 replacement windows - no structural work | $9,345 | [SF1864837](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864837/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [162-172 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/162--172-south-st/) | 530 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Change of occupancy from salon to liquor store. No structural changes proposed. Minor Interior improvements such as painting, shelving, and installation of coolers. | $21,500 | [ALT1770397](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1770397/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [138-142 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/138--142-south-st/) | 470 ft W | Plumbing | 1 3 Bay Sink, 1 Prep Sink and 1 Hand Sink. | $550 | [PL1846257](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846257/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [138-142 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/138--142-south-st/) | 470 ft W | Plumbing | 2 Fryolaters and 1 6 Burner Stove | $550 | [G1846259](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1846259/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 23 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [95 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-carolina-av/) | 0.20 mi N | 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 21, 2026 | [46-48 Saint Rose St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46--48-saint-rose-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on entire main house Fascias replacement Rotten siding removal and Removal and gutter replacement replacement amore details described by contract attached | $33,900 | [SF1897981](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897981/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [95 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-carolina-av/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | remodeling 2nd floor bathroom | $6,000 | [PL1902018](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1902018/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [55 Hampstead Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-hampstead-rd/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Convert basement garage to 1 bedroom ADU | $140,000 | [ALT1829453](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1829453/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [56 Hampstead Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-hampstead-rd/) | 0.23 mi W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of a brand new Mitsubishi 36,000 BTU Air Handler Unit tied to a Mitsubishi 36,000 BTU Hyper Heat Pump Unit. | $21,426 | [SF1877959](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877959/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [76 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-south-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | gas insert | $1,500 | [G1843040](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1843040/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [95 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-carolina-av/) | 0.20 mi N | 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 28, 2026 | [59 Hampstead Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-hampstead-rd/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | Water Heater Replacement | $500 | [PL1895144](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895144/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [59 Hampstead Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-hampstead-rd/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | Gas Water Heater Replacement | $500 | [G1895143](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1895143/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [56 Hampstead Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-hampstead-rd/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Insulate attic with 6" cellulose | $4,044 | [SF1890411](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890411/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [60-66 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60--66-south-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Roofing | remove & replace roof | $27,950 | [SF1877744](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877744/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [28 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-carolina-av/) | 0.24 mi NW | 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 NW | 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 28, 2026 | [56 Hampstead Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-hampstead-rd/) | 0.23 mi W | 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 | [E1877962](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877962/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [75 Saint Rose St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-saint-rose-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Roofing | EPDM Re-Roof | $24,370 | [SF1875418](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875418/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [107 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-carolina-av/) | 0.22 mi N | 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/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [70a South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70a-south-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | 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/) | 0.19 mi E | 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 11, 2026 | [58 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-carolina-av/) | 0.21 mi N | 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/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [85 Jamaica St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-jamaica-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | kitchen remodel install new circuit for contertop, microweve, dishwasher and move kitchen switch | $2,500 | [E1858510](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858510/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [1-7 Atwood Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1--7-atwood-sq/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1855216](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1855216/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [74-76 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-carolina-av/) | 0.22 mi N | 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 20, 2026 | [59 Saint Rose St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-saint-rose-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Roofing | Existing Chimney Repointing from the roof line up | $3,999 | [SF1850276](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850276/) |

## 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 |  | 15 Hampstead Rd | 920 ft SW | Zoning appeal: "Half-story attic addition at the rear of the existing building and new front dormer" | [BOA1896320](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-08-31 |
| Requested |  | 10 Verona St | 950 ft N | 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 | 980 ft N | 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 |
| Approved | Sep 8, 2026 | 388 Arborway | 0.21 mi SW | To legalize and expand the existing lower level unit, improving egress and add space to unit from walkout… | [BOA1868487](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "Approved" | 2026-07-02 |

## More on this street

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

- [54 Hall St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-hall-st/): newest permit Mar 28, 2025
- [41-43 Hall St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41--43-hall-st/): newest permit May 9, 2025
- [40-42 Hall St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40--42-hall-st/): newest permit Nov 1, 2024
- [31 Hall St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-hall-st/): newest permit May 16, 2025
- [25 Hall St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-hall-st/): newest permit Oct 23, 2024
- [9 Hall St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-hall-st/): newest permit Aug 25, 2025
- [8 Hall St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-hall-st/): newest permit Oct 21, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-08 17:09 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Zoning requests come from the Boston Zoning Board of Appeal tracker (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/zoning-board-of-appeal-tracker). We read it Oct 8, 11:17 UTC.

Map, all 4 permits at this address and 42 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-hall-st/