# Building permits at 520 Hyde Park Av, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $500,000 alteration or repair at 55 Brown Av, permitted Sep 18.

One permit on record here. The newest, Jan 22: Gas fit for furnace replacement. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 59 more permits (56 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 650 ft away. A zoning hearing Nov 5 covers 55 Brown Av, 0.21 mi west.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 22, 2026 | Plumbing | gas fit for furnace replacement | $3,200 | [G1813929](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1813929/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 34 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 940 ft W | Plumbing | new elevator addition for Brooke charter school. Plumbing for new roof drains, elevator sump pump and breakroom sink | $30,000 | [PL1907715](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1907715/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [36 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-mount-hope-st/) | 660 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replacing a ductless Gree mini split Head. Model # 3vir18hp230v1ah 18btu. | $1,000 | [SF1899332](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899332/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [29 Rowe St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-rowe-st/) | 650 ft NW | New building | Erect two (2) family structure on existing 4,104 square foot lot with parking for 2 vehicles in enclosed garage.;Permit application is under the;10th Edition.;E[plans] Filed.; | $150,000 | [ERT1748690](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1748690/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [21 Stella Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-stella-rd/) | 620 ft SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 KW 11 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $35,400 | [SF1904146](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904146/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [21 Stella Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-stella-rd/) | 620 ft SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 KW 11 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $35,400 | [E1904151](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904151/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [36 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-mount-hope-st/) | 660 ft NE | Electrical | Wiring a ductless Gree mini split Head. Model #3vir18hp230v1ah 18btu. | $1,000 | [E1899334](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899334/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 940 ft W | Addition | Erect a rear addition to existing school as per plans.Reassigned to DB on 6/26/2026 | $150,000 | [ALT1804788](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1804788/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [12 Hadwin Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-hadwin-wy/) | 860 ft S | Plumbing | replacement of a gas dryer | $200 | [G1899630](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899630/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [7 Hadwin Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-hadwin-wy/) | 910 ft S | Alteration or repair | Insulate rim joist with Spray Foam - R-15 Closed cell | $1,100 | [SF1900424](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900424/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [553 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/553-hyde-park-av/) | 440 ft S | Alteration or repair | we are insulating the outside walls with blown cellulose | $13,733 | [SF1821193](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1821193/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [22-24 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--24-mount-hope-st/) | 700 ft N | Plumbing | Convert bathtub to shower in first floor bathroom. Replace toilet, vanity, and valve. | $8,000 | [PL1895798](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895798/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [95 Rowe St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-rowe-st/) | 710 ft SW | Electrical | Replace jaws in meter for Eversource AMI project | $2,000 | [E1894314](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894314/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [24 Destefano Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-destefano-rd/) | 410 ft NE | Fence, wall or deck | Install 6ft vinyl fence on property line | $1,000 | [ALT1894745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1894745/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [20 Destefano Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-destefano-rd/) | 420 ft NE | Solar | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work. | $499 | [E1890138](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890138/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [10 Hadwin Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-hadwin-wy/) | 830 ft S | Plumbing | 1 Floor: 1 bath | $3,500 | [PL1886782](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1886782/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [555 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/555-hyde-park-av/) | 490 ft S | Roofing | Work description consists of removal and disposal of existing roof shingles and installation of new GAF roofing material/shingles. | $13,500 | [SF1880100](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880100/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 940 ft W | Electrical | NEW CAT6 CABLING SCOPE: Total Cables – 66) 12 – 1 Port Wireless Access Point Locations 11 – 1 Port Wall Phone Locations 11 – 1 Port Projector Locations 16 – 2 Port Wall Drop Locations | $60,000 | [ELV1873898](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1873898/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [59 Harding Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-harding-rd/) | 510 ft SE | Solar | 5.330 Kw dc & 4.940 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system, no ESS | $16,896 | [SF1867122](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867122/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [59 Harding Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-harding-rd/) | 510 ft SE | Solar | 5.330 Kw dc & 4.940 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system, no ESS | $16,896 | [E1867140](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867140/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [69-71 Starbird Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--71-starbird-av/) | 860 ft NE | Electrical | Update outlets for kitchen counter, dishwasher and disposal. Run new circuit for microwave/hood fan. | $2,500 | [E1868983](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868983/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [559 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/559-hyde-park-av/) | 530 ft S | Electrical | Upgrade electrical service from 100 200 and add a public meter. | $10,000 | [E1863252](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863252/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 940 ft W | Electrical | Bring existing outlets into the new framed exterior walls in 3 classrooms on the 3rd floor. | $4,500 | [E1863227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863227/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 940 ft W | Alteration or repair | Renovation of classrooms | $256,032 | [SF1856151](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856151/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 940 ft W | Grading | Exploratory excavation of existing school ahead of ALT1804788 being issued. | $50,000 | [SF1853560](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853560/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [69-71 Starbird Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--71-starbird-av/) | 860 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Replace cabinets and change tub to shower | $44,000 | [SF1857896](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857896/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [69-71 Starbird Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--71-starbird-av/) | 860 ft NE | Plumbing | Change out tub for shower. | $4,000 | [PL1857585](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1857585/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [12 Palfrey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-palfrey-st/) | 770 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Install Foundation Push Pier(s) | $55,000 | [ALT1852700](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1852700/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [555 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/555-hyde-park-av/) | 490 ft S | Plumbing | rough and finish plumbing work for 2 baths 2 kitchens | $7,500 | [PL1798226](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1798226/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [2-6 Fowle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--6-fowle-st/) | 590 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove & replace 6 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $26,758 | [SF1850283](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850283/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 940 ft W | Electrical | Installing burglar alarm system in Brooke Charter School. | $6,800 | [ELV1843485](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1843485/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [1 Prospect Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-prospect-av/) | 900 ft NW | Electrical | EV charger | $1,366 | [E1848791](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848791/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [483-497 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/483--497-hyde-park-av/) | 600 ft N | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation | $4,854 | [SF1844929](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844929/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [446-450 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/446--450-hyde-park-av/) | 910 ft N | Fire systems | Installing fire alarm system Two pull stations Two smoke Three horns strobes One cooking hood One beacon One strobe only | $4,000 | [EFA1846002](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1846002/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [24 Destefano Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-destefano-rd/) | 410 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1844680](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1844680/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [21 Sherwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-sherwood-st/) | 0.25 mi W | Alteration or repair | Pending;ALT1897096 - Occupancy Committee.Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-876598) | $3,000 | [SF1882616](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882616/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [24 Johnswood Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-johnswood-rd/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Meter replacement as part of Eversource's AMI project | $1,500 | [E1904526](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904526/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [21 Sherwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-sherwood-st/) | 0.25 mi W | Alteration or repair | Pending;ALT1897096 - Occupancy CommitteeInstalling 6 ductless mini split heads and 1 outdoor condenser | $34,000 | [SF1896334](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896334/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [55 Brown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-brown-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Full gut remodel of interior Replace all fixtures DW+Plaster+Paint Refinish Floors Till all bathrooms Replace Cabinets Refrence ALT1861039 | $500,000 | [SF1901755](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901755/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [42 Starbird Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-starbird-av/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Install 2 replacement windows - no structural work | $2,833 | [SF1900536](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900536/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [53 Brown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/53-brown-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | New home. 200amps overhead service. Finished basement, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floors. Recessed lighting in main areas. Center fixture in each bedroom. Cat6 data runs in each family area. Fire protection | $35,000 | [E1901212](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901212/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [53 Brown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/53-brown-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | New construction | $5,000 | [PL1900983](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1900983/) |
| Sep 6, 2026 | [21 Sherwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-sherwood-st/) | 0.25 mi W | Electrical | Ductless mini split and 100 Amp existing panel upgrade | $2,450 | [E1896272](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896272/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [217-219 Florence St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/217--219-florence-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | replace existing tub valve only with new tub valve only | $1,500 | [PL1895308](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895308/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [16-18 Ada St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16--18-ada-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Wire for coax to one location in basement apartment | $150 | [ELV1886623](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1886623/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [16-18 Ada St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16--18-ada-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Fire systems | Wire One 120V Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detector in basement apartment. | $250 | [EFA1886619](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1886619/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [16-18 Ada St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16--18-ada-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Replace existing electrical service with a new 200 amp overhaed service,with 2 new meters for a total of 4. 1 meter for apt 16,1 meter for apt 18,1 meter for the new basement apt, and 1 meter for the common area. Wire the new basement apartment for light and power. | $11,000 | [E1886614](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1886614/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [82 Johnswood Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-johnswood-rd/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | Mini split condenser wiring (4.25 Ton) | $1,000 | [E1878274](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878274/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [50 Seymour St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-seymour-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1875249](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1875249/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [127 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127-mount-hope-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Kitchen rewire and service upgrade (100A-200A) | $9,500 | [E1871704](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1871704/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [55 Brown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-brown-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing | 2 family plumbing for both units. | $35,000 | [PL1869765](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1869765/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [34 Sammett Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-sammett-av/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | weatherization work through the mass save program | $3,115 | [SF1869905](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869905/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [127 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127-mount-hope-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | Remodel | $2,500 | [PL1863213](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863213/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [36 Sammett Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-sammett-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1856609](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1856609/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [420 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/420-hyde-park-av/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | backflow preventer, water pipe | $1,000 | [PL1842874](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1842874/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [420 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/420-hyde-park-av/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | Install a Navian boiler 170,000 btu | $1,000 | [G1842508](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1842508/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [127 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127-mount-hope-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Kitchen renovation | $54,500 | [SF1843330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843330/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [224 Florence St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/224-florence-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | add outlets on a new wall, and install switch install 6 recessed lights and 1 recessed light on closet | $1,800 | [E1850570](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850570/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [36 Sammett Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-sammett-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 17 panels - 6.97kW DC. No ESS/No Structural. | $54,102 | [SF1847380](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847380/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [36 Sammett Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-sammett-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 17 panels - 6.97kW DC. No ESS | $37,872 | [E1847384](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847384/) |

## 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 5, 2026 | 55 Brown Av | 0.21 mi W | Zoning appeal: "Interior + Exterior Renovation - Replace all bathrooms - Replace Electrical Panel - Replace…" | [BOA1881627](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-08-03 |
| Approved | Sep 22, 2026 | 98 Mount Hope St | 940 ft E | To erect new construction of two-family dwelling… | [BOA1837747](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "AppProv" | 2026-04-08 |
| Approved | Aug 11, 2026 | 86 Brown Av | 920 ft W | To change the occupancy from 2 family to 4 units | [BOA1817575](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-01-30 |
| Approved | Apr 28, 2026 | 190 to 200 Cummins Hw | 960 ft W | To erect a rear addition to existing school… | [BOA1814225](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-01-23 |

Boston's decision codes, from its data dictionary (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/37d2e087-ce02-4090-bfdf-22de1ada3b23/resource/e11dcfa5-6f6f-4999-abc3-741f53c6731f/download/zba-data-dictionary.pdf): AppProv, "approved with conditions".

## More on this street

Other addresses on Hyde Park Av with permits, nearest house number first:

- [515 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/515-hyde-park-av/): newest permit Jan 31, 2025
- [506 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/506-hyde-park-av/): newest permit Jan 8, 2026
- [535 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/535-hyde-park-av/): newest permit Oct 22, 2025
- [536 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/536-hyde-park-av/): newest permit Jan 2, 2025
- [540 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540-hyde-park-av/): newest permit Apr 10, 2026
- [491 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/491-hyde-park-av/): newest permit Apr 29, 2026
- [553 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/553-hyde-park-av/): newest permit Sep 2, 2026
- [555 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/555-hyde-park-av/): newest permit Aug 4, 2026
- [483-497 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/483--497-hyde-park-av/): newest permit May 7, 2026
- [559 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/559-hyde-park-av/): newest permit Jun 22, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-12 05:42 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 11, 23:47 UTC.

Map, the one permit at this address and 59 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/520-hyde-park-av/