# Building permits at 56 Ridgeview Av, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $750,000 new building at 96 Standard St, permitted Sep 17.

Seven permits on record here. The newest, Apr 16, 2025: Strip and reroof all flat roof. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 49 more permits (46 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.23 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2025 | Roofing | Strip and reroof all flat roof | $7,900 | [SF1694982](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1694982/) |
| Oct 24, 2017 | Alteration or repair | insulating ext walls with blown in insulation | $2,115 | [SF770582](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF770582/) |
| Oct 27, 2014 | Electrical | instolled 6 smoke ditect. | $600 | [EFA420568](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA420568/) |
| Oct 27, 2014 | Electrical | rewire two bedroom,one bathroom, halway,and one furnece. | $1,200 | [E420562](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E420562/) |
| Oct 7, 2014 | Plumbing | Install full bathroom | $2,000 | [PL414052](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL414052/) |
| Oct 7, 2014 | Plumbing | gas line for furnace | $1,500 | [G414053](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G414053/) |
| Jun 23, 2014 | Addition | Demolish existing Hip Roof.; Build new Mansard Roof in;the Attic to create more living space. Renovate. | $20,000 | [ALT360924](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT360924/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 7 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 110 ft N | 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/) | 110 ft N | Electrical | run circuit for ev charger change outlet for microwave | $750 | [E1899749](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899749/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [7 Cragmere Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-cragmere-te/) | 230 ft W | Fence, wall or deck | Repair Deck | $8,000 | [SF1850327](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850327/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 110 ft N | 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/) | 110 ft N | 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/) | 110 ft N | Electrical | wire 2 stoves wire 2 hot water heater | $1,500 | [E1889230](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889230/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 110 ft N | 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/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [34 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-ridgeview-av/) | 440 ft S | Alteration or repair | Door Replacement as per request of the customer. We are replacing 5 doors | $19,000 | [SF1904695](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904695/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [29 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-ridgeview-av/) | 570 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 17 windows and 2 entry doors, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $38,441 | [SF1901612](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901612/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [1 Newcroft Ci](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-newcroft-ci/) | 930 ft S | Electrical | panel relocation to units | $6,000 | [E1903056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903056/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [7 Arborcrest Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-arborcrest-te/) | 670 ft SW | 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 25, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 680 ft S | Electrical | Remove old service and install new 200amp electrical service - 3 gang meter socket with main breakers. Apartment 1,2 and the public will each have each have a 100amp breaker and relocate meters outside | $4,000 | [E1887547](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887547/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 680 ft S | Electrical | Apartment #2 - Bedroom, living room - coaxial cable - data | $600 | [ELV1884396](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1884396/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 680 ft S | Electrical | Apartment #2 - rewire 2 bedroom Add 1 switch & light in front stairwell | $9,000 | [E1884393](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1884393/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [7 Arborcrest Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-arborcrest-te/) | 670 ft SW | 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 3, 2026 | [41 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-ridgeview-av/) | 440 ft S | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 16 panels - 6.56kW DC. Installation of Franklin ESS on exterior of building. No Structural. | $71,739 | [SF1878631](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878631/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [41 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-ridgeview-av/) | 440 ft S | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 16 panels - 6.56kW DC. Installation of Franklin ESS on exterior of building. | $50,217 | [E1878640](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878640/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 680 ft S | Roofing | Remove and Install new roof | $12,400 | [SF1879366](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879366/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [135 Lorna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135-lorna-rd/) | 880 ft N | 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/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 680 ft S | Electrical | Bedroom, living room - coaxial cable - data | $800 | [ELV1860900](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1860900/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 680 ft S | Electrical | Apt. #1 - Rewire 2 bedroom Run new riser from basement electrical closet to 2nd floor apartment & install electrical panel ( for future use) | $9,000 | [E1860872](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860872/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [40 Gladeside Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-gladeside-av/) | 930 ft SW | Roofing | Install 14 sq of roofing material - no structural work | $11,984 | [SF1858261](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858261/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 27 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | [96 Standard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/96-standard-st/) | 0.23 mi E | New building | Proposed 3-story, 3-dwelling-unit residential structure with an unfinished basement (non-habitable space) and a single means of egress. Equipped with a fire alarm system and an NFPA 13R fire sprinkler system. Includes 3 parking spaces, 1 EV-ready charging space and solar-ready infrastructure.; Subje | $750,000 | [ERT1652131](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1652131/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.24 mi N | 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/) | 0.24 mi N | Solar | 6.09 Kw dc & 5.32 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system, no ESS | $13,763 | [E1896747](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896747/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [228 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/228-w-selden-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Solar | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work. | $499 | [E1895292](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895292/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [228 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/228-w-selden-st/) | 0.21 mi W | 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/) | 0.21 mi W | 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 30, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.24 mi N | 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/) | 0.24 mi N | 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 | [18-20 Halborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-halborn-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | 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/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [35 Dania St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-dania-st/) | 0.21 mi W | 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 2, 2026 | [7 Leahaven Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-leahaven-rd/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | Install cable and telephone jacks | $2,500 | [ELV1865492](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1865492/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [7 Leahaven Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-leahaven-rd/) | 0.23 mi SE | Fire systems | Install cabon and smokes | $2,500 | [EFA1865487](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1865487/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [7 Leahaven Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-leahaven-rd/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | Complete rewire of dwelling | $18,000 | [E1865497](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1865497/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | remodel 3rd floor bathroom | $10,000 | [PL1861103](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861103/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [107 Lorna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-lorna-rd/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Installation of a new bathroom exhaust fan in the 2nd floor bathroom | $400 | [E1861007](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861007/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.24 mi N | 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 10, 2026 | [228 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/228-w-selden-st/) | 0.21 mi W | 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/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [350 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/350-river-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Temp power from generator for music / entertainment | $700 | [ETS1859314](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1859314/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [18 Gladeside Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-gladeside-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | remove existing deck and replace with new new footings 4 ft deep 12 inch diameter 2x10 double rim joists 2x10 ledger with new flsshing fascened to existing house using 5 inch galavinized lag bolts 16 inch on center p.v.c floor decking p.v.c rails to be 3 feet in height new stairs new handrail | $13,400 | [SF1858681](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858681/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [7 Leahaven Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-leahaven-rd/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Renovate 2 residential units to include kitchen, bath, flooring etc | $350,000 | [SF1838855](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1838855/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [119 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-w-selden-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | Upgrade service for 100 amps to 200 amps | $7,000 | [E1857541](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857541/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [7 Leahaven Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-leahaven-rd/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | take the old plumbing off and putt new plumbing and add 2 more bathroom | $10,000 | [PL1857353](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1857353/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [107 Lorna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-lorna-rd/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Renovate bathroom (shower, lav and toilet) | $1,500 | [PL1855518](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1855518/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [32 Dania St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-dania-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Roofing | strip and re-roof 11sq | $5,182 | [SF1851860](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851860/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [107 Lorna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-lorna-rd/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Bathtub replacement with LVT flooring, new vanity & R&R toilet. All new fixtures like for like within same footprint as existing. No structural changes. Plumber will pull their own permit. All debris leaves job site with crew. | $19,000 | [SF1849426](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849426/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [36 Violet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-violet-st/) | 0.23 mi W | 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/) | 0.23 mi W | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,232 | [G1848898](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1848898/) |

## 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 |  | 7 Leahaven Rd | 0.23 mi SE | Zoning appeal: "3.18.26 Scope of work confirmed: Change of occupancy from a two family to a four family…" | [BOA1840905](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-04-20 |

## More on this street

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

- [65 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-ridgeview-av/): newest permit Mar 26, 2026
- [41 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-ridgeview-av/): newest permit Aug 3, 2026
- [40 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-ridgeview-av/): newest permit Mar 13, 2025
- [37 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-ridgeview-av/): newest permit Jul 11, 2025
- [34 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-ridgeview-av/): newest permit Oct 2, 2026
- [29 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-ridgeview-av/): newest permit Sep 25, 2026
- [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/): newest permit Aug 25, 2026
- [18 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-ridgeview-av/): newest permit Sep 25, 2025
- [11 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-ridgeview-av/): newest permit Nov 19, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 09:56 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 9, 06:47 UTC.

Map, all 7 permits at this address and 49 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-ridgeview-av/