# Building permits at 56 Dana Av, Boston, MA One permit on record here. The newest, Sep 4, 2025: 58 Dana Ave- we roughed in some offices they framed up. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 29 more permits (26 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 460 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 4, 2025 | Electrical | 58 Dana Ave- we roughed in some offices they framed up. We roughed out (8) receptacles, (2) data, (2) light switches and (2) light fixtures. | $5,000 | [E1771080](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1771080/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 29 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 18 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 30, 2026 | [731 Truman Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/731-truman-pw/) | 670 ft E | Alteration or repair | Creation of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) within the existing basement of a two-family residential dwelling. | $110,000 | [ALT1828804](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1828804/) | | Aug 28, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 800 ft SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.61 kw 21 panels with installation of 2 franklin batteries installed on exterior of home | $103,200 | [SF1886935](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886935/) | | Aug 28, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 800 ft SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.61 kw 21 panels with installation of 2 franklin batteries installed on exterior of home | $103,200 | [E1886942](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1886942/) | | Aug 13, 2026 | [8 Pine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-pine-st/) | 600 ft N | Electrical | Wire exterior heat pump and GFI outlet | $1,200 | [E1887001](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887001/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [13 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-williams-av/) | 850 ft E | Electrical | Install #10 AWG circuit with 35A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60-amp AC disconnect with surge arrester sizing per manufacturer name plate. • Install a 20-amp circuit with 20A AFCI/GFCI breaker for a service receptacle with in-use weatherproof cover. | $3,000 | [E1882603](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882603/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [13 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-williams-av/) | 850 ft E | Electrical | Install #10 AWG circuit and a #12 AWG with 35A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60-amp AC disconnect with surge arrester each sizing per manufacturer name plate. • Install 2 20-amp circuit with 20A AFCI/GFCI breaker for a service receptacle with in-useweatherproof cover. | $3,000 | [E1882601](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882601/) | | Jul 27, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 800 ft SE | Electrical | Install SPAN panel and replace meter and service conductors | $9,600 | [E1877930](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877930/) | | Jul 21, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 800 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing single-family dwelling. | Not listed | [ALT1861742](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1861742/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [775 Truman Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/775-truman-pw/) | 420 ft S | Roofing | Roof replacement - Remove existing layers, inspect decking & replace if needed. Install proper underlayment, install new shingles. | $11,225 | [SF1865083](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865083/) | | Jun 17, 2026 | [4 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-neponset-av/) | 550 ft SE | Alteration or repair | I Peggy Hinds Watson declare my home occupancy at 4 Neponset Av is an existing two family. | Not listed | [ALT1842285](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1842285/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/) | 580 ft NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 KW 11 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $24,600 | [SF1852760](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852760/) | | May 26, 2026 | [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/) | 580 ft NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 KW 11 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $24,600 | [E1852762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852762/) | | May 28, 2026 | [87 Maple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-maple-st/) | 700 ft NE | Alteration or repair | 1.- Replace with anew 2.- replace new slnding 3.- install pvc wood an door trims 4.- install water guttars square feet roof.30 SQ cement 30 sq all window ond | $70,000 | [SF1849425](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849425/) | | May 22, 2026 | [4 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-neponset-av/) | 550 ft SE | Alteration or repair | No inspections unit the occupancy is confirmed; ALT1842285 pending.Remove existing rotted 4x30 front porch and 3 steps only. Install new footings and pressure treated framing. Install new composite decking boards and steps. Install new vinyl guardrails and handrails. | $24,000 | [SF1851727](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851727/) | | May 22, 2026 | [51 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-walnut-st/) | 460 ft NE | New building | Raze existing 1 story garage on 35 Walnut Street, and erect a new 1 story, 4 door garage spanning across 35 Walnut and the abutting 51 Walnut (Both properties owned by Applicant). | $125,000 | [ERT1676367](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1676367/) | | May 22, 2026 | [51 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-walnut-st/) | 460 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Combine parcel 1809178000 (1,600 Sq. Ft.) with parcel 1809177001 (2,782 Sq. Ft.). See ert 1676367. | Not listed | [ALT1707721](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1707721/) | | May 19, 2026 | [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/) | 580 ft NW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,086 | [PL1850407](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1850407/) | | May 19, 2026 | [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/) | 580 ft NW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,086 | [G1850406](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1850406/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 11 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 23, 2026 | [14-20 Business Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14--20-business-te/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | Work being done at #16a. Replacing 60K BTU furnace and all associated gas work. | $10,000 | [G1901575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901575/) | | Aug 14, 2026 | [36r Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36r-williams-av/) | 0.25 mi E | Plumbing | New Kichten, bathrom and laundry | $8,000 | [PL1887914](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887914/) | | Aug 12, 2026 | [58 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-oak-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Kneewall and basement sill insulation | $14,938 | [SF1871681](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871681/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [36 Maple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-maple-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Roofing | Remove all debris on left side flat roof and apply epdm rubber membrane in accordance to industry standard and state and local codes | $10,450 | [SF1873103](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873103/) | | Jul 20, 2026 | [123 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/123-dana-av/) | 0.19 mi S | Alteration or repair | Insulation + Air Sealing | $16,200 | [SF1874056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874056/) | | Jul 10, 2026 | [28b Garfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28b-garfield-av/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-869246)(Unit-2) | $5,000 | [SF1861131](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861131/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [672-674 Truman Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/672--674-truman-pw/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | Installing a prep sink at Cappy's pizza | $1,000 | [PL1858513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858513/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [23-25 Grantley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23--25-grantley-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Demo Existing 2 Decks Between 25-35 Grantley St, Hyde Park, MA 02136. Keep Same Footprint, Keep Existing Footings, and Add New Footings If Needed. Frame New Decking With Same Footprint, Composite Decking, and PVC Railings. | $76,500 | [SF1844742](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844742/) | | May 22, 2026 | [125 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-dana-av/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Uprage service to 400 amps Add public panel Add circuits for 3 heat pumps | $8,000 | [E1852253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852253/) | | May 12, 2026 | [9 Grantley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-grantley-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Seal transitions, 2" kw gable wall & kw slope, temporary access, weather strip & sweep for doors. | $3,198 | [SF1840666](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1840666/) | | May 5, 2026 | [125 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-dana-av/) | 0.20 mi S | Alteration or repair | Energy retrofit scope: Replacement of two windows. Door weatherstripping. Installation of new HVAC system, electric water heater, and electrical service upgrade. Replacement of kitchen and bath ventilation fans. All work is part of the City of Boston Healthy and Green Retrofit Pilot Program. | $123,800 | [SF1840339](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1840339/) | ## 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 | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | No decision posted | Mar 10, 2026 | 26 Easton Av | 530 ft S | To erect a 4-story multi-family residential building with 8 units total | [BOA1732278](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Concluded" | 2025-06-10 | | Requested | | 81 Maple St | 640 ft NE | To confirm occupancy as a 2 family and change occupancy from a 2 family to a 2 family with an ADU… | [BOA1721424](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-05-15 | ## More on this street Other addresses on Dana Av with permits, nearest house number first: - [57-59 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57--59-dana-av/): newest permit Apr 25, 2025 - [48 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-dana-av/): newest permit Sep 5, 2025 - [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/): newest permit Jun 8, 2026 - [34 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-dana-av/): newest permit Oct 3, 2024 - [32 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-dana-av/): newest permit Oct 24, 2024 - [14 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-dana-av/): newest permit Jan 9, 2025 - [12 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-dana-av/): newest permit Nov 12, 2024 - [7 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-dana-av/): newest permit Jan 16, 2026 - [3-5 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3--5-dana-av/): newest permit Mar 27, 2025 - [116 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-dana-av/): newest permit Apr 30, 2025 --- Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-10 21:18 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, the one permit at this address and 29 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-dana-av/