# Building permits at 48 Violet St, Boston, MA

Two permits on record here. The newest, Oct 2, 2025: Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 51 more permits (47 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2025 | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.505 kw 21 panels with installation of 1 Franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $55,518 | [SF1784087](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1784087/) |
| Oct 2, 2025 | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.505 kw 21 panels with installation of 1 Franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $55,518 | [E1784094](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1784094/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 10 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [27 Halborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-halborn-st/) | 240 ft N | Roofing | Strip and install new roof repair/replace rear porch refinish lower level with new wallboard and trim | $18,000 | [SF1905643](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905643/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [34 Halborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-halborn-st/) | 230 ft NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 kw 11 panels with installation of 1 Tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $54,600 | [SF1902099](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902099/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [34 Halborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-halborn-st/) | 230 ft NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 kw 11 panels with installation of 1 Tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $54,600 | [E1902102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902102/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [34 Halborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-halborn-st/) | 230 ft NW | Electrical | Span panel 100A | $3,000 | [E1905060](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905060/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [27 Halborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-halborn-st/) | 240 ft N | Plumbing | Renovate bathroom and kitchen | $7,500 | [PL1902615](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1902615/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [27 Halborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-halborn-st/) | 240 ft N | Electrical | Rewire single family and upgrade service to 200amps | $7,500 | [E1895693](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895693/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [27 Halborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-halborn-st/) | 240 ft N | Alteration or repair | New siding, windows, sheetrock insulation. Prime paint caulk sand floors | $100,000 | [SF1880215](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880215/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [18-20 Halborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-halborn-st/) | 100 ft NE | Plumbing | Remove basement kitchen cabinets and sink cut and cap kitchen plumbing and convert former basement apartment to a storage space in order to comply with City of Boston violation V847437 | $1,200 | [SF1874526](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874526/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [36 Violet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-violet-st/) | 130 ft S | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,232 | [PL1848900](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848900/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [36 Violet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-violet-st/) | 130 ft S | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,232 | [G1848898](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1848898/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | [228 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/228-w-selden-st/) | 510 ft S | Solar | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work. | $499 | [E1895292](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895292/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [18 Mildred Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-mildred-av/) | 840 ft NW | Plumbing | New plumbing for 3bath and 3kitchen | $25,000 | [PL1883448](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1883448/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [228 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/228-w-selden-st/) | 510 ft S | Roofing | Complete replacement of approximately 13 squares of asphalt shingle roofing, including new underlayment, ridge vent, pipe and chimney flashings, and replacement of 39 sheets of 1/2-inch CDX roof sheathing for deck repairs only. No structural modification | $19,543 | [SF1880986](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880986/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [211 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-w-selden-st/) | 250 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remove & replace 2 entry doors: like for like size; no structural changes | $15,097 | [SF1880422](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880422/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [18 Mildred Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-mildred-av/) | 840 ft NW | Electrical | Wiring of 3 dwelling units common area and new service | $40,000 | [E1874303](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874303/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [120 Delhi St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-delhi-st/) | 800 ft N | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 3.69 kw 9 panels with installation of 1 Tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $54,000 | [SF1868382](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868382/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [120 Delhi St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-delhi-st/) | 800 ft N | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 3.69 kw 9 panels with installation of 1 Tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $54,000 | [E1868388](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868388/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [35 Dania St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-dania-st/) | 770 ft S | Alteration or repair | Install Intellijack support system to stabilize floor joist or beams as shown w/ Cast in place footings | $10,000 | [ALT1867434](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1867434/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [30 Mildred Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-mildred-av/) | 910 ft NW | Electrical | Electrical Temp Service | $3,200 | [ETS1870553](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1870553/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [26 Wooddale Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-wooddale-av/) | 540 ft N | Electrical | meter to be replaced as part of Eversource's AMI project | $1,500 | [E1870491](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870491/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [18 Mildred Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-mildred-av/) | 840 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Demo, electrical, plumbing, no structural, fire blocking, install 4 windows, insulation; | $75,000 | [SF1868631](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868631/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [135 Lorna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135-lorna-rd/) | 930 ft NE | Alteration or repair | The existing deck will be completely removed and disposed of. A new deck will then be constructed in the same location and with the same dimensions as the existing structure, measuring approximately 5' x 15', as shown in the attached photos and project plans. All work will be performed in accordance | $9,200 | [SF1863085](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863085/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [31 Wooddale Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-wooddale-av/) | 670 ft N | Alteration or repair | Use an enclosed porch as laundry and machine room area. Cost is reflected on SF1635622 | Not listed | [ALT1714994](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1714994/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [120 Delhi St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-delhi-st/) | 800 ft N | Electrical | Install SPAN panel | $6,000 | [E1867637](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867637/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [228 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/228-w-selden-st/) | 510 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 entry door; like for like size; no structural changes | $13,900 | [SF1858155](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858155/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [32 Dania St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-dania-st/) | 860 ft S | Roofing | strip and re-roof 11sq | $5,182 | [SF1851860](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851860/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 25 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [17 Cookson Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-cookson-te/) | 0.22 mi SW | Plumbing | backflow prev on new boiler | $1,000 | [PL1903254](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903254/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [17 Cookson Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-cookson-te/) | 0.22 mi SW | Plumbing | replace gas boiler | $5,000 | [G1903253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903253/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [1424 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1424-blue-hill-av/) | 0.20 mi W | Plumbing | Running plumbing for 2 bathroom and a kitchen | $11,200 | [PL1895052](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895052/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | Building service upgrade. Connections to (2) condensers + (2) air handlers in the basement. New insulated ductwork to be installed. | $25,000 | [E1900677](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900677/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | run circuit for ev charger change outlet for microwave | $750 | [E1899749](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899749/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [1428 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1428-blue-hill-av/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | To extend the first floor living space into the basement. Work include the renovation ofexisting rooms/bathroom per plans. | $34,000 | [ALT1802791](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1802791/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [1424 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1424-blue-hill-av/) | 0.20 mi W | Roofing | Remove and install new roof | $19,000 | [SF1895476](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895476/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Solar | 6.09 Kw dc & 5.32 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system, no ESS | $13,763 | [SF1896745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896745/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Solar | 6.09 Kw dc & 5.32 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system, no ESS | $13,763 | [E1896747](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896747/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [7 Cragmere Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-cragmere-te/) | 0.20 mi SE | Fence, wall or deck | Repair Deck | $8,000 | [SF1850327](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850327/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [7 Arborcrest Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-arborcrest-te/) | 0.22 mi SE | Fire systems | Installation of low voltage Fire Alarm system with radio for Central Station monitoring. | $5,000 | [EFA1895869](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1895869/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 0.23 mi E | Plumbing | Replace 2 electric water heaters | $2,000 | [PL1891681](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1891681/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Replace water heater, stove, microwave, bathroom fans in unit 1 and 2. Install one basement window. Repair kitchen ext. window trim and sidings. | $73,300 | [SF1888557](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888557/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | wire 2 stoves wire 2 hot water heater | $1,500 | [E1889230](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889230/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [7 Arborcrest Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-arborcrest-te/) | 0.22 mi SE | Fire systems | Two Family with an ADU located in the basement per ALT1273328 requires a 13D Sprinkler System with Fire Alarm.;E[plans] Filed | Not listed | [A1807013](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1807013/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [570 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/570-norfolk-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Replacing and installing 5 double hung windows | $8,000 | [SF1870676](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870676/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Fire systems | Install new local smoke detectors for front and back common area entries | $2,000 | [EFA1879696](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1879696/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Install new 100AMP sub panel in unit 2. Bathroom renovation. New laundry. Living room and dinning room renovation. Install new baseboard heaters throughout the unit. Install new lighting for front and back common area stairs. | $11,000 | [E1879687](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879687/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [47 Faunce Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-faunce-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Installation of 01 - TESLA GATEWAY 3 and 01 - TESLA POWERWALL 3 (1707000-XX-Y) [240V] 11.5KW BATTERY on outside of residence. | $11,500 | [E1865516](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1865516/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [570 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/570-norfolk-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Replacing and installing 8 double hung windows | $8,000 | [SF1867733](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867733/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Demo chimney. Replace basement vinyl window. Insulate basement walls and crawl space wall. Repair concrete and siding. Replace water heaters. Install new heat pump dryer. Replace duct. Install new induction ranges, hood w/fan and light. Asbestos abatement. | $84,250 | [SF1859432](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859432/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Plumbing | remodel 3rd floor bathroom | $10,000 | [PL1861103](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861103/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | bathroom and kitchen renovation complete with all new fixtures/appliances etc to include electrical & plumbing, window and trim install, install lvl between kitchen and dining room & living room and hall, prep & paint throughout and installation of flooring. | $65,000 | [SF1860304](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860304/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [40 Gladeside Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-gladeside-av/) | 0.23 mi SE | Roofing | Install 14 sq of roofing material - no structural work | $11,984 | [SF1858261](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858261/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Upgrade service for 100 amps to 200 amps | $7,000 | [E1857541](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857541/) |

## More on this street

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

- [40 Violet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-violet-st/): newest permit Oct 20, 2025
- [36 Violet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-violet-st/): newest permit May 15, 2026
- [35 Violet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-violet-st/): newest permit Feb 24, 2025
- [23 Violet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-violet-st/): newest permit Sep 2, 2025
- [8 Violet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-violet-st/): newest permit Dec 11, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-07 20:34 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Map, both permits at this address and 51 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-violet-st/