# Building permits at 5 Westcott St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1.6M alteration or repair at 147 Harvard St, permitted Oct 8.

Two permits on record here. The newest, Dec 12, 2024: Confirm occupancy of 2 family. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 82 more permits (81 projects) since May 1. A zoning hearing Nov 10 covers 7 Helen St, 360 ft southwest.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2024 | Alteration or repair | confirm occupancy of 2 family; | Not listed | [ALT1661191](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1661191/) |
| Dec 5, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Adding Vinyl siding | $28,700 | [SF1659137](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1659137/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

82 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 24, 2026 | [9 Westcott St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-westcott-st/) | 75 ft S | Electrical | Service upgrade from 200 Amp to 400 Amp. Upgrade range from gas to electric and add 2 heat pumps | $18,000 | [E1875520](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875520/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [9 Westcott St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-westcott-st/) | 75 ft S | Alteration or repair | New electrical service, ductwork repair, heat pump install, window & door install, bulkhead install, range & hood install, bath vents. gutter & downspouts install, removal of vents and pipes. | $108,550 | [SF1847716](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847716/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 46 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [606 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/606-park-st/) | 490 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remove 2 existing doors and replace with 2 new doors. No structral work | $4,607 | [SF1901104](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901104/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [155 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/155-talbot-av/) | 580 ft SW | Electrical | Disconnect and make safe for (1) condenser & (1) fan for a cooler located on ground level near kitchen area. Feed (1) new condenser on roof from existing panel. Reconnect feed for new fan in cooler. Add convenience outlet near exterior condenser on roof. | $6,000 | [E1906229](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906229/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [188 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/188-talbot-av/) | 440 ft S | Electrical | Install 2 bathroom fans | $2,500 | [E1902430](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902430/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [112 Millet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/112-millet-st/) | 900 ft SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 26 panels - 10.66kW DC. No ESS/No Structural. | $55,941 | [SF1899374](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899374/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [112 Millet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/112-millet-st/) | 900 ft SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 26 panels - 10.66kW DC. No ESS | $39,159 | [E1899377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899377/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [16 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-nightingale-st/) | 860 ft NW | Fire systems | Installation of a new common building fire alarm system due to the major renovation of the property per building permit ALT1794372. | $16,450 | [EFA1899518](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1899518/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [112 Millet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/112-millet-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | Main panel replacement and replace meter and service disconnect | $4,400 | [E1899379](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899379/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [590 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/590-park-st/) | 690 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tear down rear platforms and staircases. Rear build to same specs. Stamped engineers drawing submitted. | $65,000 | [SF1896172](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896172/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [16 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-nightingale-st/) | 860 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Changing a 3 family to a 4 family. Updating framing to include 4 family as per plan. Updating windows and doors updating plumbing adding fire protection updating hvac units and carpentry on the floors including gutters painting. | $757,000 | [ALT1794372](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1794372/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [41 Standish St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-standish-st/) | 360 ft N | Roofing | Roof tear off and reroof | $15,000 | [SF1893934](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1893934/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [110 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-talbot-av/) | 930 ft W | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in common area laundry room. | $600 | [G1890205](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1890205/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [25 New England Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-new-england-av/) | 980 ft S | Fire systems | Install new addressable fire alarm system throughout four-story building, including facp, remote annunciator, nac power supply, smoke/co detection, pull stations, horn/strobes, low-frequency sounders, sprinkler monitoring, elevator recall interfaces and cellular communicator per approved plans. | $46,000 | [EFA1891835](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1891835/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [25 New England Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-new-england-av/) | 980 ft S | Electrical | Data tv and internet wiring | $6,200 | [ELV1888731](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1888731/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [18-24 Standish St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--24-standish-st/) | 760 ft N | Electrical | install cable tv in bed rooms | $8,000 | [ELV1879358](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1879358/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [114-122 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114--122-harvard-st/) | 990 ft N | Other | Revision to 1 HR fire rated floor/ceiling assembly for increased acoustic performance using solid hardwood floors for ERT1438203 that is currently under construction. | Not listed | [A1872053](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1872053/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [9 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-nightingale-st/) | 950 ft NW | Electrical | grounding the main service, installing ground rods | $500 | [E1879457](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879457/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [114-122 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114--122-harvard-st/) | 990 ft N | Electrical | install cable tv in bedrooms | $15,000 | [ELV1879369](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1879369/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [114-122 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114--122-harvard-st/) | 990 ft N | Fire systems | Install hardwired smoke detectors in units. Install fire alarm system. | $20,000 | [EFA1879367](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1879367/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [18-24 Standish St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--24-standish-st/) | 760 ft N | Fire systems | Install hardwired smoke detectors in units. Install fire alarm system | $10,000 | [EFA1879356](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1879356/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [114-122 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114--122-harvard-st/) | 990 ft N | Electrical | Complete wiring 16 units condo. New construction. Install new 800 amp service | $300,000 | [E1879364](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879364/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [18-24 Standish St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--24-standish-st/) | 760 ft N | Electrical | Complete wiring 6 units new construction. Install new 400 amp service | $100,000 | [E1879352](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879352/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [18-24 Standish St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--24-standish-st/) | 760 ft N | Other | Revision to 1 HR fire rated floor/ceiling assembly for increased acoustic performance using solid hardwood floors for ERT1438463 that is currently under construction. | Not listed | [A1872048](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1872048/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [116-120 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116--120-talbot-av/) | 790 ft W | Electrical | Installation of underground conduit, handholes, branch circuit wiring, and QTY-3 city standard street light poles as part of the Harabmbee park renovation project located at the basketball courts at 135 Talbot Ave. Address was not available to select in the portal. | $2,500 | [E1873578](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873578/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [188 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/188-talbot-av/) | 440 ft S | Alteration or repair | Blown in cellulose insulation at exterior walls, air sealing and weatherization. | $18,872 | [SF1872012](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872012/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [114-122 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114--122-harvard-st/) | 990 ft N | Plumbing | Starting new plumbing for all 112-122 Harvard st. | $200,000 | [PL1871649](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871649/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [209 Norwell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/209-norwell-st/) | 590 ft N | Electrical | meter to be replaced as part of Eversource's AMI project | $1,500 | [E1870474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870474/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [156 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/156-talbot-av/) | 420 ft SW | Plumbing | install backflow to boiler | $300 | [PL1867271](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1867271/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [156 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/156-talbot-av/) | 420 ft SW | Plumbing | install new boiler in basement | $3,000 | [G1867272](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1867272/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [567 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/567-park-st/) | 960 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 567 Park St Apt 2 | $1,200 | [ELV1867520](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1867520/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [18-24 Standish St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--24-standish-st/) | 760 ft N | Fire systems | Install new, low voltage fire alarm in this 4 unit residential property. | $10,000 | [EFA1864511](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1864511/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [34-36 Browning Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34--36-browning-av/) | 900 ft W | Plumbing | update 1 full bathroom for each unit | $7,000 | [PL1862954](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862954/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [34-36 Browning Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34--36-browning-av/) | 900 ft W | Electrical | Addition new bathroom and playroom in the attic of unit 36 browning Ave | $2,250 | [E1863523](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863523/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [34-36 Browning Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34--36-browning-av/) | 900 ft W | Electrical | Addition new bathroom and playroom in the attic of unit 34 browning ave | $2,250 | [E1863510](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863510/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [34-36 Browning Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34--36-browning-av/) | 900 ft W | Alteration or repair | Install 2 full bathrooms in unit #34 & #36 in the attic. | $42,000 | [ALT1860376](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1860376/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [193 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/193-talbot-av/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | Installation of new intercom system and nurse call | $80,000 | [ELV1861284](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1861284/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [193 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/193-talbot-av/) | 640 ft S | Fire systems | Misc fire alarm adds only 10 devices total | $50,000 | [EFA1861274](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1861274/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [193 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/193-talbot-av/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | unit upgrades. devices, breakers, lighting and appliances. 31 units total | $180,000 | [E1861246](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861246/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [11 Kerwin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-kerwin-st/) | 450 ft W | Plumbing | Plumbing items: - 2 bathroom sinks - 2 toilets - 2 showers - 1 kitchen sink. We are removing the floor in the basement to gain access to the underground main sewer line. We are removing the house trap and re-piping the sewer line and PVC. | $11,500 | [PL1855719](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1855719/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [56 Kingsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-kingsdale-st/) | 780 ft NW | Electrical | Bathroom fan Replacement | $1,000 | [E1855332](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855332/) |
| May 25, 2026 | [51 Spencer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-spencer-st/) | 850 ft NE | Alteration or repair | install 35 square vinyl siding | $41,000 | [SF1845745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845745/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [45 Bernard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-bernard-st/) | 360 ft NW | Alteration or repair | To demo and rebuild 3 decker porch leaving original roof | $54,995 | [SF1848927](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848927/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [84 Wheatland Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-wheatland-av/) | 920 ft E | Roofing | Remove existing flat roofing system and install new TPO roofing system including underlayment, ice and water barrier, drip edge, flashing, pipe boots, intake ventilation, and related roofing accessories. | $32,990 | [SF1847173](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847173/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [25 New England Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-new-england-av/) | 980 ft S | Electrical | Pull low voltage cabling to Access control, intercom, and cameras from device to IT closet. | $96,000 | [ELV1825156](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1825156/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [155 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/155-talbot-av/) | 580 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace hot water system Boston Public Schools. Fees waived. Letter attached | $220,000 | [PL1846586](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846586/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [155 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/155-talbot-av/) | 580 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace failed gas fired water heating system and storage tanks | $220,000 | [G1846592](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1846592/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [57 Bernard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-bernard-st/) | 280 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 10 windows, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $20,711 | [SF1843191](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843191/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 34 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [147 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/147-harvard-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | At Risk/Foundation for new 4-unit residential unit development with 3 on-grade parking spaces. | $1,640,000 | [FND1830039](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/FND1830039/) |
| Oct 3, 2026 | [6r Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6r-gleason-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Plumbing | new pluming for single family | $6,000 | [PL1905818](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905818/) |
| Oct 3, 2026 | [6 Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-gleason-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | new plumbing in basement unit | $4,000 | [PL1905770](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905770/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [133-135 Whitfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/133--135-whitfield-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Plumbing | Unit 3 Finish Only - 1 3/4-bathroom and 1 dishwasher on second floor. | $300 | [PL1905797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905797/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [12 Merlin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-merlin-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | Upgrade the existing service 100amp 120/240v to 200amp 120/240v, wiring new kitchen standard appliances and countertop receptacles by code, Adding new bathroom on 3rd floor by code, new laundry electric washer and dryer on 3rd floor and install 2 6' feet electric baseboard heat on 3 floor bedrooms | $18,000 | [E1905893](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905893/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [133-135 Whitfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/133--135-whitfield-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Add new meter for fire pump supply, pipe on exterior of building, entering at fire pump location. Add non fuse disconnect. Wire controller, flow, pressure switch and pump. | $3,500 | [E1905660](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905660/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [71 Wheatland Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-wheatland-av/) | 0.20 mi E | Roofing | roof replace | $20,000 | [SF1903183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903183/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [12 Merlin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-merlin-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | New full bathroom, 1 laundry, renovation of the kitchen | $6,000 | [PL1902226](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1902226/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [12 Merlin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-merlin-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Replacing the gas stove | $500 | [G1902227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902227/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [3 Herbert St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-herbert-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 20 windows, same sizes and locations as the originals. Specs attached. Remove and replace rear flat roofing section only with all new EPDM rubber roofing (1.5sq). | $19,041 | [SF1897333](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897333/) |
| Sep 13, 2026 | [133-135 Whitfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/133--135-whitfield-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Fire systems | Install a new wet fire Sprinkler system | $30,000 | [ALT1826752](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1826752/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [135-135b Spencer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135--135b-spencer-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Electrical | Permit to restore power to public meter turned off | $1,200 | [E1897449](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897449/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [86 Kingsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/86-kingsdale-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | SUV struck foundation wall, causing a hole in the side of the foundation. | $1,000 | [SF1891711](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891711/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [21 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-nightingale-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Alteration or repair | insulating ext walls with blown in insulation | $6,539 | [SF1890797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890797/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [70-80 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70--80-talbot-av/) | 0.23 mi W | Electrical | Event use | $125 | [ETS1894163](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1894163/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [151 Spencer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/151-spencer-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | Tv data and internet wiring | $4,500 | [ELV1888721](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1888721/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [152 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152-harvard-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Fire damage reconstruction of existing two-family dwelling. Structural repairs and roof rebuild per approved plans. Reconstruct all fire-damaged building components, including framing, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, insulation, drywall, and interior finishes. | $350,000 | [ALT1883300](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1883300/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [21 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-nightingale-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | Replacing three exhaust fans in the bathrooms | $2,500 | [E1887015](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887015/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [152 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152-harvard-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Removal of all ceilings, walls, and flooring on all three levels due to fire and water damage. | $45,000 | [SF1830125](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1830125/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [21 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-nightingale-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | Upgrade service, add common panel and wire 4 heat pumps, 2 DH water heaters | $10,000 | [E1882720](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882720/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [21 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-nightingale-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Plumbing | Replace 2 electric water heaters | $5,000 | [PL1881401](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1881401/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [189 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/189-glenway-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | Sarah Greenwood School, 186 Glenway Street, replace drinking fountains, two in the basement, 1 on the 1st floor and 1 on the 2nd floor. | $8,000 | [PL1879167](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879167/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [12 Merlin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-merlin-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Roofing | replace roofing on house and garage, replace deck boards and railings as needed on front entry | $20,000 | [SF1878258](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878258/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [174 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/174-harvard-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | Replace existing gas boiler and water heater with Lochinvar high efficiency gas combination boiler / water heater and install backflow preventer. | $15,000 | [PL1870928](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1870928/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [174 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/174-harvard-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | Install new gas combination boiler and water heater and reconnect to existing gas supply piping. | $15,000 | [G1870936](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1870936/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [152 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152-harvard-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Removal of existing chimney due to structural deterioration and unsafe condition. Demolish chimney to roofline/foundation as required and properly weatherproof and repair affected roof and exterior finishes. | $5,000 | [SF1871095](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871095/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [162 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/162-harvard-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID- 870498) (Unit-2) | $8,000 | [SF1866791](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1866791/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [60 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-nightingale-st/) | 0.25 mi W | Alteration or repair | Install shelves in bedrooms install door locks in doors install missing baseboards install missing siding in front area of house install missing ballusters on porches | $4,500 | [SF1861287](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861287/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [139 Whitfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/139-whitfield-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Confirming occupancy of existing 2 Family; | Not listed | [ALT1854915](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1854915/) |
| Jun 6, 2026 | [144-144b Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/144--144b-harvard-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Plumbing | Remodeling. Commercial. 1st Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 hand sink, 1 3 bay sink, 1 dishwasher, 2 ice makers, 2 toilets, 2 lavatories, and 1 mop sink. | $11,000 | [PL1856923](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1856923/) |
| May 30, 2026 | [37 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-nightingale-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Blown cellulose in attic and walls. Additional weatherization including air sealing, roof vent, and CO alarms. | $19,356 | [SF1852765](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852765/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [139 Whitfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/139-whitfield-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Labor and materials to install lally column. Lally will be 3.5" diameter, steel lined and concrete filled set on 24"x24"x12" footing. | $1,900 | [SF1854912](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1854912/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [151 Spencer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/151-spencer-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | Pull low voltage cabling to access control, intercom, and cameras from device to IT Closet. | $96,000 | [ELV1825154](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1825154/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [129 Whitfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/129-whitfield-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Wiring from panel to condenser. | $1,000 | [E1845097](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845097/) |

## 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 | Nov 10, 2026 | 7 Helen St | 360 ft SW | To construct a new 4-story, 4-unit, fully sprinklered building on a currently vacant lot | [BOA1835131](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-04-01 |
| Requested |  | 125 to 139 Harvard St | 0.21 mi N | To change occupancy to include restaurant with take out | [BOA1902360](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-18 |
| Requested |  | 110 Wales St | 0.21 mi W | To construct a new 5 story 62,244GSF building on vacant… | [BOA1826994](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-03-10 |
| Approved | Sep 8, 2026 | 97 Millet St | 630 ft E | Zoning appeal: "Two-story mudroom and bedroom addition at rear/side of the existing residence" | [BOA1847298](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-05-08 |
| Approved | Mar 24, 2026 | 147 Harvard St | 0.21 mi NW | Zoning appeal: "New 4-unit residential development with 3 on-grade parking spaces" | [BOA1811687](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-01-13 |
| Approved | May 19, 2026 | 16 Nightingale St | 860 ft NW | To change a 3 family to a 4 family | [BOA1824677](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-03 |
| Approved | Apr 28, 2026 | 34 Athelwold St | 810 ft NE | Zoning appeal: "New 6-Unit Residential Development with 3 On-Grade Parking Spaces" | [BOA1810310](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-01-07 |

## More on this street

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

- [6 Westcott St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-westcott-st/): newest permit Sep 24, 2025
- [9 Westcott St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-westcott-st/): newest permit Jul 24, 2026
- [23 Westcott St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-westcott-st/): newest permit Jan 29, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-10 19:22 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 10, 15:17 UTC.

Map, both permits at this address and 82 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-westcott-st/