# Building permits at 5-7 Milton St, Boston, MA

Six permits on record here. The newest, Sep 28: Install new, low voltage fire alarm in common areas and units in this 3 family residential property. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 22 more permits (21 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | Fire systems | Install new, low voltage fire alarm in common areas and units in this 3 family residential property. | $16,000 | [EFA1903834](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1903834/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from 2 family to 3 family and add 2 dormers to convert unfinished 3rd floor into 3bd 2ba living space per building plans | $200,000 | [ALT1745500](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1745500/) |
| Jul 7, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site IDs) 6810999 + 8125242 | $13,000 | [SF1475572](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1475572/) |
| Feb 16, 2023 | Electrical | updating electrical service | $2,500 | [E1433201](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1433201/) |
| Dec 30, 2020 | Roofing | strip and install a new roof | $23,095 | [SF1146285](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1146285/) |
| Apr 29, 2015 | Plumbing | Replace dryer at 5 Milton | Not listed | [G466811](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G466811/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2026 | [921-923 Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/921--923-adams-st/) | 190 ft E | Plumbing | gas to 2 furnaces and water heater | $2,000 | [G1905721](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1905721/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 11 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [437-439 Gallivan Bl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/437--439-gallivan-bl/) | 730 ft N | Electrical | Meter replacement as part of Eversource's AMI project | $1,500 | [E1904492](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904492/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [18-20 Rangeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-rangeley-st/) | 330 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-885066 885073 ) (Unit `1st floor, Unit floor 2) | $8,000 | [SF1890362](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890362/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [76 Carruth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-carruth-st/) | 950 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove FA system purpose is not; requirement for 2 family and ADU as per plans, in conjunction with ALT1704340 | $3,000 | [ALT1888850](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1888850/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [884 Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/884-adams-st/) | 620 ft NE | Plumbing | gas cook stove replacement | $250 | [G1891668](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1891668/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [40 Granville St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-granville-st/) | 990 ft E | Electrical | moving back into apartment after over a year and eversource would like to have a inspection of service before restoring service and change meters | Not listed | [E1860748](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860748/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [33 Granville St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-granville-st/) | 950 ft NE | Solar | 41 Solar panels to be installed on the roof. | $21,200 | [SF1870989](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870989/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [33 Granville St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-granville-st/) | 950 ft NE | Solar | 41 Solar panels to be installed on the roof | $31,800 | [E1870991](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870991/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [76 Carruth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-carruth-st/) | 950 ft N | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy of 2 family + ADU to 3 Family. confirming no work to be done Homeowner waiver | $1,000 | [ALT1825013](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1825013/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [27 Granville St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-granville-st/) | 990 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 36 windows; 2 storm doors; like for like size; no structural changes | $102,417 | [SF1863610](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863610/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [5 Richview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-richview-st/) | 450 ft SW | Roofing | remove and replace 2700sq ft shingle roof - install new shingles - no change in structure | $25,789 | [SF1857938](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857938/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [951 Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/951-adams-st/) | 290 ft S | Electrical | 1st floor kitchen, 2 new baths, replace all switches and receptacles, add 2 ac units, add 40 recess lights, Service upgrade and add public meter. | $5,000 | [E1848486](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848486/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 10 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [464 Gallivan Bl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/464-gallivan-bl/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from a 2 family with office to a 2 family | Not listed | [ALT1886178](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1886178/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [3 Granville St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-granville-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Solar | 41 Solar panels to be installed on the roof. | $21,200 | [SF1901215](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901215/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [75 Van Winkle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-van-winkle-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Laundry installation, gas line, and water heater | $4,500 | [G1901078](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901078/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [5 Weyanoke St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-weyanoke-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | remove debris from interior damaged by fire remove basement floor to fix issue with water entering foundation | $30,000 | [SF1896648](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896648/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [75 Van Winkle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-van-winkle-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | 2 new bathrooms, new kitchen and laundry, | $11,500 | [PL1896103](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1896103/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [5 Weyanoke St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-weyanoke-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Roofing | Replace roofing sheathing shingles and burnt joists after fire for weatherproofing | $25,000 | [SF1886699](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886699/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [11 Ely Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-ely-rd/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | New weather head, new service mast, new meter socket, new panel, new ground rods, new water main bonding, | $4,500 | [E1867784](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867784/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [45 Carruth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-carruth-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Upgrade 1 bathroom fan | $850 | [E1861291](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861291/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [11 Ely Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-ely-rd/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes.(869464) | $4,000 | [SF1858133](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858133/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [45 Carruth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-carruth-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Air Sealing - Attic blow-in cellulose to achieve R-49 Blow in dense pack cellulose inside the walls | $9,000 | [SF1847962](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847962/) |

## 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 |  | 5 Weyanoke St | 0.22 mi N | To change occupancy from a two family to a three family | [BOA1883573](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-08-06 |
| Requested |  | 911 Adams St | 310 ft NE | To construct Nail salon per plan submitted | [BOA1753298](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-07-22 |
| Requested |  | 59d Granite Av | 0.22 mi NE | To erect a new single family home on subdivided lot with decks and parking at the side | [BOA1681840](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-01-06 |
| Requested |  | 59c Granite Av | 0.23 mi NE | To erect a new single family home on subdivided lot with decks and parking at rear | [BOA1681839](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-01-06 |
| Requested |  | 59b Granite Av | 0.24 mi NE | To erect a new single family home on subdivided lot, with decks and parking at rear | [BOA1681836](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-01-06 |
| Requested |  | 59a Granite Av | 0.25 mi NE | To confirm occupancy as single family | [BOA1681834](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-01-06 |

## More on this street

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

- [59 Milton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-milton-st/): newest permit Nov 20, 2024
- [94 Milton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-milton-st/): newest permit Dec 16, 2025
- [163 Milton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/163-milton-st/): newest permit Aug 19, 2026
- [168 Milton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/168-milton-st/): newest permit Sep 16, 2025
- [175 Milton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/175-milton-st/): newest permit Nov 25, 2024
- [191 Milton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-milton-st/): newest permit Nov 17, 2025
- [195 Milton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/195-milton-st/): newest permit Oct 16, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-15 15:25 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 15, 12:17 UTC.

Map, all 6 permits at this address and 22 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5--7-milton-st/