# Building permits at 595 Commonwealth Av, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $30M alteration or repair at 700 Commonwealth Av, permitted May 20.

104 permits on record here. The newest, Jul 9, 2025: Work to be completed in Suite 819 (8th Floor). Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 62 more permits (60 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 9, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Work to be completed in Suite 819 (8th Floor). Demo to include removal of the existing cabinets and countertops, carpet and lighting. Furnish and install new kitchen cabinets and countertops, coffee station, new lighting, new flooring and painting. | $308,375 | [SF1745339](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1745339/) |
| Sep 13, 2024 | Plumbing | Plumbing connection for modifying the sanitary system. | $171,500 | [PL1652002](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1652002/) |
| Sep 11, 2024 | Electrical | Miscellaneous electrical work to support roof replacement. | $5,000 | [E1640939](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1640939/) |
| Jul 24, 2024 | Roofing | Remove and replace existing roofs on 8th and 9th floors, remove and replace pavers, replace all caulking joints at skylights, new sealants at parapet concrete capstone, refurbish roof drains, and remove and replace guardrail system. | $6,951,932 | [SF1616085](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1616085/) |
| Jun 12, 2024 | Electrical | This is an Application for Permit to Perform Electrical Work for Institutional Use Only This is the Sixth of Nineteen Annual Maintenance Permits Area - 6 - 595 Commonwealth Ave | $310 | [E1604230](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1604230/) |
| Jun 11, 2024 | Electrical | Low Voltage Security Installation for Access Control for 595 commonwealth ave Boston ma 02215 | $9,768 | [ELV1613117](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1613117/) |
| May 20, 2024 | Electrical | BU Questrom School of Business Feld Center Misc. Low Voltage HVAC Control Wiring. KG-242440 | $11,000 | [ELV1600131](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1600131/) |
| May 13, 2024 | Plumbing | Relocate and replace a breakroom sink and and an existing waste stack | $15,000 | [PL1599499](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1599499/) |
| May 1, 2024 | Fire systems | Alterations to the existing fire alarm system per revised tenant layout | $8,500 | [EFA1597295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1597295/) |
| Apr 22, 2024 | Electrical | - Remove existing Cat5e Quads back to 110 Panels in basement - Install 5 new 6a Termination Panels and Horizontal Managers - Install 61 Duplex Category 6a Station Communications Outlets - Install 4 WAPs (drops are coiled) and Enclosures | $39,490 | [ELV1592033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1592033/) |
| Apr 2, 2024 | Electrical | Renovation of several offices and open office area. Alternations to the existing fire alarm system. New circuitry, Lighting fixtures, Lighting Controls | $165,000 | [E1585741](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1585741/) |
| Mar 19, 2024 | Alteration or repair | This project is to renovate the BU Questrom School of Business Career and Industry Relations suites 104-110. There will be MEP/FP/Architectural demo and upgrades to suites 104-110 of the BU Questrom School of Business | $821,477 | [ALT1568532](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1568532/) |
| Sep 7, 2023 | Electrical | Installation of a low voltage Audiovisual System for a 3 way combine/divide multipurpose room. | $100,065 | [ELV1521561](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1521561/) |
| Jun 14, 2023 | Electrical | Install (15) data drops | $12,000 | [ELV1485551](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1485551/) |
| May 12, 2023 | Electrical | remodel/function of meeting rooms on the 5th floor Boston University | $120,000 | [E1474193](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1474193/) |
| May 12, 2023 | Alteration or repair | The project consists of a renovation of an existing multi-function room on the 4th floor of a 10-story building that can be divided into 3 spaces with operable partitions. The space is connected to the existing atrium of the building and a servery. There is no change to the use, occupancy, occupant  | $1,110,071 | [ALT1449235](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1449235/) |
| Jan 19, 2023 | Electrical | Low Voltage Security Installation Access Control for 2 Silber Way Boston, MA 02215. | $8,740 | [ELV1432805](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1432805/) |
| Sep 29, 2022 | Electrical | This is an Application for Permit to Perform Electrical Work for Institutional Use Only This is the Sixth of Nineteen Annual Maintenance Permits Area - 6 - 595 Commonwealth Ave | $320 | [E1396038](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1396038/) |
| Sep 22, 2021 | Electrical | This is an Application for Permit to Perform Electrical Work for Institutional Use Only This is the Sixth of Nineteen Annual Maintenance Permits Area - 6 - 595 Commonwealth Ave | $90,000 | [E1250985](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1250985/) |
| Nov 30, 2020 | Electrical | BU - Business School - 595 Commonwealth Ave - Fuel Oil. Misc. Low Voltage HVAC Control Wiring - A.P - 209019 | $13,000 | [ELV1140794](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1140794/) |
| Mar 18, 2020 | Fire systems | Replace existing obsolete FCI 7200 FACP with FCI E3 FACP which will be compatible with existing fire alarm devices. eplan | $159,900 | [ALT1063094](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1063094/) |
| Mar 16, 2020 | Fire systems | Replace existing FACP with FCI E3 FACP due to no repair parts available for the existing FACP. | $159,900 | [EFA1061478](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1061478/) |
| Jan 14, 2020 | Electrical | Add 3 data locations | $2,100 | [ELV1041363](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1041363/) |
| Dec 23, 2019 | Electrical | Install fixtures and switches. | $3,500 | [E1034430](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1034430/) |
| Dec 20, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Suite 205- Drywall partition, electrical, painting, flooring | $23,308 | [SF1033925](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1033925/) |
| Dec 12, 2019 | Electrical | Disconnect and make safe only. Drop to floor, removal and proper disposal by others. Reinstall lighting fixtures and MC branch for all branch circuits. | $27,000 | [E1030747](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1030747/) |
| Dec 4, 2019 | Plumbing | (1) floor drain | $16,000 | [PL1028722](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1028722/) |
| Nov 19, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Renovation of an existing cafe into a new cafe. | $292,428 | [SF1018775](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1018775/) |
| Aug 19, 2019 | Alteration or repair | 5th & 6th Floor Conference Rooms- Install new flooring, millwork, paint, new lighting and switching. Install new glass white boards and fabric panels. | $105,736 | [SF984686](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF984686/) |
| Aug 19, 2019 | Alteration or repair | 2nd & 3rd Floor Student Study Rooms- Paint, carpet, new lighting on dimmable switching, install occupancy sensors. 14 Rooms Total | $143,343 | [SF984675](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF984675/) |
| Mar 27, 2019 | Electrical | Low Voltage - 6th Floor Deans Suite Panic Alarms | $3,000 | [ELV935395](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV935395/) |
| Mar 5, 2019 | Electrical | Install fixtures, exit signs,receptacles and floor boxes. | $27,000 | [E927762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E927762/) |
| Feb 22, 2019 | Electrical | 6th Floor IS&T Closet is 692B Rm 629 - relocate 3 quads Rm 629A - relocate 3 quads, relocate 2 new quads to floorboxes Rm 629B - relocate 4 quads | $4,000 | [ELV925278](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV925278/) |
| Feb 7, 2019 | Fire systems | Room 629- Drywall partitions, millwork, glazing, flooring, painting, suspended ceilings, HVAC VAV box and registers, electrical and lighting, relocate 3 sprinklers. | $299,830 | [SF918474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF918474/) |
| Feb 1, 2019 | Electrical | Low Voltage - Room 205A and 1st Floor Panic Alarms | $2,000 | [ELV918439](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV918439/) |
| Dec 19, 2018 | Electrical | 1st Floor Closet is L184 Rm 112 - relocate quads #142 & #143 Rm 101 - add 1 new quad to floorbox | $1,800 | [ELV909167](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV909167/) |
| Dec 19, 2018 | Electrical | Install fixtures, dimmers, and receptacles. | $4,800 | [E909136](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E909136/) |
| Dec 19, 2018 | Electrical | Install fixtures, dimmers, and receptacles. | $4,800 | [E909133](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E909133/) |
| Dec 17, 2018 | Fire systems | Room 108 & 112- Drywall, electrical, ceilings, millwork, doors/hardware and relocate 2 sprinklers | $92,270 | [SF908340](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF908340/) |
| Dec 3, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Renovation of an existing Starbucks. Includes selective removal of finishes, relocating and Installation of new equipment, Carpentry, Lighting, Painting | $52,550 | [SF903425](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF903425/) |
| Aug 13, 2018 | Electrical | lights and outlets in rooms in multible rooms on the following floors 2,3,5,6 | $28,000 | [E864874](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E864874/) |
| Jul 26, 2018 | Alteration or repair | minor demo, new carpet, new electrical outlets, lighting, patch and paint at multiple office locations. No FP/FA required. | $175,000 | [SF858853](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF858853/) |
| Jul 23, 2018 | Electrical | Installation of exposed conduit for 3 LPR cameras and from exit device to booth at parking garage for communication wiring. | $1,580 | [E856709](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E856709/) |
| Apr 3, 2018 | Electrical | Low Voltage - Room 504 Panic Alarm | $2,000 | [ELV814800](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV814800/) |
| Dec 27, 2017 | Electrical | Install fixtures, relocate switches. | $3,500 | [E789217](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E789217/) |
| Nov 20, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Room 827 and 832 \| Wall partition, doors, trim, ceiling and carpet. | $96,695 | [SF777990](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF777990/) |
| Oct 19, 2017 | Electrical | Low Voltage - Room 521 Card Access | $3,000 | [ELV769284](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV769284/) |
| Aug 25, 2017 | Electrical | Rework and relocate (2) Receptacles, (2) Pendent Fixtures and (1) Switch. | $3,000 | [E750040](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E750040/) |
| Aug 21, 2017 | Electrical | Low voltage cabling for Conference room Audio/video | $1,000 | [ELV747831](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV747831/) |
| Jul 31, 2017 | Electrical | 595 Commonwealth Ave 5th Floor Rm 504H - relocate existing teldata quads #109 & #115 to west wall Rm 504G - add 2 new teldata quads [1 on south wall, 1 on west wall] Rm 521 - add 1 new teldata quad for floor box, pull up existing teldata quad #170 for re-use in rm 523 Rm 523 - relocate existing teld | $4,500 | [ELV737202](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV737202/) |
| Jul 20, 2017 | Alteration or repair | BU Questrom School of Business a/k/a 595 Commonwealth Ave, Install non-structural demising walls in four offices on floors 5&6. No changes to egress or life safety system.s | $5,000 | [SF733358](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF733358/) |
| Jul 11, 2017 | Electrical | Install receptacles, floor box, fixtures, exit sign, switches, ceiling occupancy sensors and speaker strobe. | $29,000 | [E726470](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E726470/) |
| May 17, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Interior renovations to include millwork, flooring, lighting, painting and audio video | $121,300 | [SF704023](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF704023/) |
| Apr 11, 2017 | Electrical | Low Voltage - 7th Floor Reception Panic Button Add | $3,000 | [ELV696578](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV696578/) |
| Nov 1, 2016 | Electrical | Install wiring for new streetlight and cell phone radio's located in streetlight base. 2 circuit disconnect with (1) 15 amp breaker each feeding radio, located in base. Pole is located on Comm. Ave east of Silber Way. | $1,500 | [E652282](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E652282/) |
| Oct 3, 2016 | Electrical | Minor renovations to the first floor copy center to rework existing devices to accommodate furniture and add new devices per plans. Rework existing lighting in Room 150 to accommodate the new door being cut in. Rework existing to accommodate new side light in room 504B; add new devices per plans. De | $10,775 | [E625009](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E625009/) |
| Aug 17, 2016 | Electrical | Low Voltage - Room 520F Card Reader & Mail Room Cameras | $5,000 | [ELV621843](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV621843/) |
| Aug 12, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Replacement of: Flooring, 2 Interior Doors, Misc Ceiling Tiles, Misc Millwork on Walls and Paint Relocate power receptacles and plumbing make safe of a sink Relocate HVAC diffusers | $125,000 | [SF619597](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF619597/) |
| Aug 4, 2016 | Plumbing | add water cooler 3 rd floor room 308 | $4,000 | [PL619785](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL619785/) |
| Aug 3, 2016 | Plumbing | the Demo / make safe of 1 lav - 1 water closet and 1 kitchen sink | $1,000 | [PL620059](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL620059/) |
| Jul 29, 2016 | Electrical | Install receptacles and fixtures. | $11,200 | [E611648](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E611648/) |
| Jul 19, 2016 | Electrical | We are relocating 4 existing data locations and adding 2 coax locations to room 308 in 595 commonwealth ave/1silber way | $1,600 | [ELV614454](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV614454/) |
| Jul 12, 2016 | Fire systems | Millwork, drywall, suspended ceilings, flooring, painting, window shades, plumbing (water fountain), relocate 2 sprinkler heads, electrical outlets and lighting. | $111,771 | [SF610462](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF610462/) |
| Jul 12, 2016 | Alteration or repair | 2nd & 3rd Floor Atrium- Drywall, Millwork, Flooring, Painting & Electrical | $41,185 | [SF606354](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF606354/) |
| Jul 12, 2016 | Fire systems | ROOM 416- Drywall, Movable Partition, Acoustical Ceilings, Painting, Glazing, Electrical, HVAC, Relocate 2 sprinkler heads. | $142,506 | [SF606350](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF606350/) |
| Jul 7, 2016 | Electrical | Install fixtures, switches and receptacles. | $4,800 | [E606834](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E606834/) |
| May 18, 2016 | Alteration or repair | New Countertops, Light Fixtures, Flooring, Paint | $80,000 | [SF591503](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF591503/) |
| Feb 19, 2016 | Electrical | Low Voltage - 4th Floor - Panic Alarm | $1,800 | [ELV564018](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV564018/) |
| Dec 23, 2015 | Electrical | Relocate switches, receptacles and fixtures. | $1,500 | [E549334](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E549334/) |
| Dec 10, 2015 | Alteration or repair | Suite 630- New drywall partition, patch suspended ceilings. Rework electrical switching and outlets, new work countertops, flooring and painting. | $41,208 | [SF546426](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF546426/) |
| Jun 22, 2015 | Alteration or repair | Rooms 204,206 & 206A - New drywall infills at soffits, millwork, flooring, lighting, electrical floor boxes, hydration unit, painting. | $67,820 | [SF484999](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF484999/) |
| Jun 17, 2015 | Electrical | Replace lamps and ballast with LED drivers and LED tubes. Run power for wireless controllers | $8,000 | [E483660](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E483660/) |
| Jun 12, 2015 | Electrical | Install Fixtures. | $11,000 | [E481278](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E481278/) |
| Jun 2, 2015 | Electrical | Renovation of a conference room. | $2,400 | [E477758](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E477758/) |
| May 22, 2015 | Alteration or repair | Room 114- New drywall partition, electrical, millwork, glazing, ceiling tiles, flooring, painting | $54,055 | [SF475621](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF475621/) |
| Apr 23, 2015 | Electrical | Low Voltage - 3rd Floor - 2 Card Reader Adds | $5,000 | [ELV464442](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV464442/) |
| Jan 12, 2015 | Electrical | we are installing 13 new telecom devices and relocating another 17 in the telefund area on 7th fl | $6,000 | [ELV440653](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV440653/) |
| Dec 22, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Interior Renovation with new ceiling grid, flooring and furniture. | $69,161 | [SF436400](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF436400/) |
| Dec 12, 2014 | Electrical | Remove 16 Old aisle lights and replace with new ones Also remove and replace 4 wall lights to accommodate new wall covering installation | $4,295 | [E434333](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E434333/) |
| Nov 24, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Boston University - School of Management -;Renovation to existing 1st floor Auditorium. Scope includes Removal of existing fixed seating, disconnect electrical to fixed seating, carpet &; acoustical wall panel fabric. Install new carpet, fixed seating,re-connect electrical for seating lighting, acou | $213,548 | [ALT425637](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT425637/) |
| Oct 30, 2014 | Electrical | renovation | $12,000 | [E420149](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E420149/) |
| Dec 19, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Audio visual upgrades and replacement of existing lights with LED lamps on 1st floor auditorium. Synchronization of FA strobes in atrium area on floors 1-6 (not changing or altering system nor moving devices), 1 for 1 swap out of strobes to synchronize atrium areas (BFDF 291012 and EFA279261. Patchi | $421,371 | [SF311482](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF311482/) |
| Dec 12, 2013 | Electrical | Upgrade Crestron lighting control panel with new version and replace incandescent lights bubbles with LED's in auditorium. Replace Old Crestron panel with upgraded version. 1 for 1 swap | $47,000 | [E311739](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E311739/) |
| Dec 5, 2013 | Electrical | Room 815. Replace existing lighting fixtures with new, add conduits for AV equipment as required. | $35,625 | [E309255](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E309255/) |
| Dec 3, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Room 815- Replace flooring, lighting, AV equipment and millork with new. Construct 2 drywall columns. Paint area complete. | $169,453 | [SF309827](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF309827/) |
| Oct 22, 2013 | Electrical | Low Voltage Security System | $12,000 | [ELV292139](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV292139/) |
| Oct 18, 2013 | Sign | Hang 2 temporary signs on the columns at the front entrance of 595 Commonwealth Ave. | $950 | [SF296314](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF296314/) |
| Aug 26, 2013 | Fire systems | swap out existing fa storbes and replace with new strobes | $55,000 | [EFA279261](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA279261/) |
| Aug 5, 2013 | Electrical | 1st -2nd-3rd-4th | $8,500 | [ELV269425](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV269425/) |
| Jul 22, 2013 | Electrical | Security System | $18,000 | [ELV264344](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV264344/) |
| Jun 14, 2013 | Electrical | installation of temperature controls | $10,000 | [E253889](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E253889/) |
| Apr 30, 2013 | Plumbing | new sinks and heaters with demo | $40,000 | [PL239408](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL239408/) |
| Apr 29, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Minor Select Demo to interior of existing building at Boston University School of Management on floors 1,2,3,4. Includes AV and finish upgrades to Floors 1,2,3,4, Library and Auditorum. Build and fit out new classrooms on the 4th floor. | $8,972,377 | [ALT233702](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT233702/) |
| Aug 24, 2012 | Electrical | Run twenty partition feed circuits. Install a new 100A subpanel. | $5,000 | [E176751](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E176751/) |
| Jul 12, 2012 | Electrical | Renovations to an existing coffee shop. | $9,425 | [E161348](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E161348/) |
| Jun 28, 2012 | Electrical | Low Voltage - Security System 5th & 6th floors | $8,975 | [ELV150064](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV150064/) |
| Jun 4, 2012 | Electrical | 5-new Cat5E Quads and relocate 60 Quads. | $13,500 | [ELV145454](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV145454/) |
| May 22, 2012 | Plumbing | Plumbing Renovations | $16,000 | [PL144204](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL144204/) |
| May 22, 2012 | Fire systems | Relocate 6 existing smoke detectors Relocate 19 existing horn strobes | $1,000 | [EFA143830](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA143830/) |
| May 22, 2012 | Electrical | Demolition and renavating office areas | $60,000 | [E143826](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E143826/) |
| May 18, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Selective demolition to interior partitions, finishes and existing MEP systems. Renovation to existing lobby and office space will include new partitions, finishes and upgrades to MEP/FP Systems. | $750,000 | [ALT135573](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT135573/) |
| May 10, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace all flooring counter top and cabinets plus install new ceiling tiles.paint plus install new display case's | $75,000 | [SF139907](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF139907/) |
| Jul 26, 2011 | Electrical | Add new lighting and power as necessary. | $5,000 | [E87617](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E87617/) |
| Dec 17, 2010 | Electrical | Energy Efficient Lighting for RISE Engineering at Boston University parking garage only. One for one light change from HID to fluorescent. | $46,000 | [E54044](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E54044/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

62 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 31, 2026 | [136-148 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/136--148-bay-state-rd/) | 170 ft N | Other | Installing a temporary weighted 20x40 frame tent without walls for a BU open house and an ROTC BBQ. Installing 08/31/26 and removing 09/03/26. No alcohol. | $2,100 | [SF1877670](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877670/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [605 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/605-commonwealth-av/) | 240 ft W | Sign | Install Individual letters to brick wall to read: "BOSTON UNIVERSITY WHEELOCK COLLEGE OF EDUCATION &; HUMAN DEVELOPMENT" as approved by BPDA | $15,000 | [ALT1848608](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1848608/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 30 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [113 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/113-bay-state-rd/) | 470 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Interior demolition and abatement of ETR apartments. Interior renovations under separate long-form permit. | $30,500 | [SF1897404](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897404/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [171 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/171-bay-state-rd/) | 540 ft NW | Plumbing | Install new gas boiler with backflow and new water shut off valve | $15,600 | [PL1903909](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903909/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [171 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/171-bay-state-rd/) | 540 ft NW | Plumbing | install new gas boiler | $15,600 | [G1903908](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903908/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [533-545 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/533--545-commonwealth-av/) | 830 ft E | Electrical | Power modifications renovations for new wall on 2nd floor | $11,000 | [E1902014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902014/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [631-639 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/631--639-commonwealth-av/) | 600 ft W | Alteration or repair | Provide exhaust system for existing classroom. | $179,406 | [SF1897255](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897255/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [584-598 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/584--598-commonwealth-av/) | 480 ft S | Electrical | Access control doors | $65,000 | [ELV1896773](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1896773/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [99 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/99-bay-state-rd/) | 680 ft NE | Roofing | masonry waterproofing to 5th and 6th floors rear of building. remove balcony to seal penetrations. seal 10 rear facing windows. repairs needed 20x25 rubber roof where existing deck currently sits. copper scuppers & down spouts to match existing | $202,700 | [SF1890653](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890653/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [565 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/565-commonwealth-av/) | 460 ft E | Electrical | Installing underground PVC to three (3) locations. | $1,500 | [E1894206](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894206/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [58 Deerfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-deerfield-st/) | 600 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Interior renovations to increase dining room and kitchen/trash services and meeting room space. Work is contained to only the basement and first floor. | $975,000 | [ALT1859819](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1859819/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [566 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/566-commonwealth-av/) | 370 ft SE | Electrical | kitchen and bathroom remodeling, installation of sconce lights in the living room, and replacement of electrical outlets | $9,000 | [E1886107](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1886107/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [584-598 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/584--598-commonwealth-av/) | 480 ft S | Electrical | Provide wiring for one environmental room for the Chem Lab for BU including wiring from control panel into the environmental room. | $14,000 | [E1890453](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890453/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [533-545 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/533--545-commonwealth-av/) | 830 ft E | Alteration or repair | Office renovation of approx 214 SF of existing office and gym space, installing a 12' GWB wall and door to seperate the spaces | $27,500 | [SF1883374](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883374/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [566 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/566-commonwealth-av/) | 370 ft SE | Plumbing | Bathroom and kitchen remodel Same location Convert bathtub into a shower stall | $6,300 | [PL1884398](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1884398/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [584-598 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/584--598-commonwealth-av/) | 480 ft S | Alteration or repair | This is to amend building permit #ALT1732443 to capture Bulletin#04 layout modifications | $306,027 | [A1880703](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1880703/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [566 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/566-commonwealth-av/) | 370 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation only (kitchen + bath in unit #508) | $46,600 | [SF1881610](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881610/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [566 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/566-commonwealth-av/) | 370 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Demolition of interior finishes in preparation for fit out under ALT1790171. | $35,000 | [SF1879776](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879776/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [566 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/566-commonwealth-av/) | 370 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Full renovation on Kitchen and bathroom, Remove two closets walls ( No-bearing wall ). Install new kitchen cabinets following the old layout, Install new toilet, shower valve, tiles on walls and floor, new lights on kitchen and bathroom ceilings. Hauling out all debris by city code. | $28,000 | [SF1881910](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881910/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [680 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/680-beacon-st/) | 500 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Renovate existing Citizens Bank 24-hour ATM vestibule including interior demolition, new non-load-bearing partitions, doors, glazing, finishes, HVAC, electrical and lighting. No structural work or change of occupancy. | $172,000 | [SF1873238](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873238/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [24 Cummington Ma](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-cummington-ma/) | 700 ft SW | Electrical | Add (1) explosion proof receptacle with back box and dedicated circuit. | $1,500 | [E1874797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874797/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 890 ft SE | Plumbing | Replace a dishwasher and replace ice-maker installed 3 faucet | $2,500 | [PL1869957](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1869957/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 890 ft SE | Electrical | AV Work: Furnish and Install 3 Displays and 6 Computer Monitors Furnish and Install 3 Clocks | $9,223 | [ELV1863856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1863856/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [161 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/161-bay-state-rd/) | 460 ft NW | Electrical | Replace an old metal junction box with new for existing service in the basement. | $2,000 | [E1863118](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863118/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 890 ft SE | Electrical | Furnish (12) data cables to AV closet on 3rd floor. | $5,000 | [ELV1859490](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1859490/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [24 Cummington Ma](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-cummington-ma/) | 700 ft SW | Electrical | Installation of audiovisual systems in boston university chemistry dept. | $300,000 | [ELV1857481](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1857481/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [533-545 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/533--545-commonwealth-av/) | 830 ft E | Alteration or repair | Installing an All-Glass Ballistic Door System for a secured entrance to the CEO Admin space. Modify existing GWB wall and GWB ceiling to receive new door, and relocation of (1) light and (1) diffuser | $61,800 | [SF1851672](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851672/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 890 ft SE | Electrical | Demo and install new light fixtures, switches, and receptacles. Wire A/C units. Install pipes and pull strings. | $20,000 | [E1853337](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853337/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [24 Cummington Ma](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-cummington-ma/) | 700 ft SW | Electrical | (3) Cooling towers being replaced on the roof top. (3) VFD's for towers being replaced in Penthouse Mech Room. | $15,000 | [E1853138](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853138/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [680 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/680-beacon-st/) | 500 ft SE | Sign | Elec App. Per BPDA approval 4-14-26 install signs for Citizens: S1 channel letters on backer panel parallel wall sign @34 sf; S2 and S3 two illum blades @19.17 sf each to replace two existing blades; S4 hours on door glass; S5 reface non-illum parallel sign over rear entrance. | $18,000 | [ALT1850496](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1850496/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [566-574 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/566--574-commonwealth-av/) | 400 ft SE | Roofing | Re roof | $655,550 | [SF1848121](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848121/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 890 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Scope of work to be completed in Room 317. Demo the existing work counters, install (2) split HVAC system, new lighting, new electrical for incoming AV monitors and painting. | $112,450 | [SF1845008](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845008/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 30 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [700 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-commonwealth-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Fire systems | Installation of new fire alarm system in dormitory tower. | $950,000 | [EFA1902449](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1902449/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [61 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-bay-state-rd/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | install new backflow and water shut off for new boilers | $25,000 | [PL1903913](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903913/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [61 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-bay-state-rd/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | install two new gas boilers | $25,000 | [G1903912](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903912/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [700 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-commonwealth-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Install low voltage cable, connectivity, and system components associated with Security system renovations at Boston University Warren Towers, Phase B – Tower B and Podium. | $425,975 | [ELV1902535](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1902535/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [700 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-commonwealth-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Install low voltage cable, connectivity, and system components associated with Tel Data and Security system renovations at Boston University Warren Towers, Phase B – Tower B and Podium. | $447,515 | [ELV1902528](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1902528/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [109 Brookline Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/109-brookline-av/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | Installation of kitchenette and associated finishes for existing office space | $89,996 | [SF1891632](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891632/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [833 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/833-beacon-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Unit 205 Changing outlets, switches and lights with slight remodel | $1,750 | [E1891880](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891880/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [833 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/833-beacon-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Change outlets, switches and light, with slight remodel of kitchen | $2,150 | [E1891879](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891879/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [839-843 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/839--843-beacon-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | First floor empty retail space convert to Nail Salon, Construction, new framing, flooring, sheetrock, plumbing, electrical. | $140,000 | [ALT1848263](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1848263/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [498-528 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/498--528-commonwealth-av/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of a former restaurant to a "Spaghetti Bar". Work includes select demolition, install of new flooring, millwork finishes, ceiling tile, folding windows at the existing solarium and steel to support the marquee sign. Please note that the actual address is 528 Commonwealth Ave no l | $2,287,363 | [ALT1870857](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1870857/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [4 Jersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-jersey-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Grounding of (4) 500KW generators for Chris Stapleton Concert -- 8/11-15th | $1,000 | [ETS1883223](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1883223/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [636-638 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/636--638-beacon-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Plumbing | I will replace existing boiler with same exact boiler, all piping will remain just doing swap out of boiler | $15,000 | [G1881395](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1881395/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [833 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/833-beacon-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Demolition, Plumbing works, electrical works, appliance works, tile and plank flooring works, paint works, cabinet work, countertop work | $34,400 | [SF1868253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868253/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [833 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/833-beacon-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Demolition, Plumbing works, electrical works, appliance works, tile and plank flooring works, paint works, cabinet work, countertop work | $34,400 | [SF1851872](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851872/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [4 Jersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-jersey-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Grounding of (1) 300KW generator for a 1-day event. 7/15th | $1,000 | [ETS1872120](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1872120/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Plumbing | Amendment of existing ALT 1798474 to add (2) showers in restrooms. No additional life safety work.*Office, Retail, Pilates studio and Research Lab | $8,500 | [A1871477](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1871477/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [700 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-commonwealth-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Fire systems | Installation of new fire alarm equipment within the level 4 dining, kitchen areas and roof mounted equipment serving the dining area. | $93,000 | [EFA1869481](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1869481/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Plumbing | Plumbing piping and fixtures at Strong Pilates | $40,000 | [PL1868014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868014/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [700 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-commonwealth-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Renovation of existing kitchen, cafe and dining area on level 4 (East side only). Scope includes new panelboards, branch power, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm, security, telecom. Also includes kitchen equipment connections. | $4,800,000 | [E1861486](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861486/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [833 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/833-beacon-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | Unit 206: Install tub, toilet, vanity, kitchen sink and dishwasher. Set tub in mortar bed and rough/install shower valve. | $2,500 | [PL1861255](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861255/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [833 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/833-beacon-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | Unit 205: Install tub, toilet, vanity, kitchen sink and dishwasher. Set tub in mortar bed and rough/install shower valve. | $2,500 | [PL1861245](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861245/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [4 Jersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-jersey-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Grounding of (4) 500KW generators - TIM MCGRAW SHOW - Fenway - 7/27th-8/3rd | $1,000 | [ETS1856794](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1856794/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [4 Jersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-jersey-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Grounding of (4) 500KW generators for Noah Kahan show - Fenway - 7/3-12th | $1,000 | [ETS1856785](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1856785/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Fire systems | Provide Fire Alarm Fitout for Pilates Studio Renovation, located on first floor. | $35,500 | [EFA1858162](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1858162/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Running low voltage data | $8,000 | [ELV1857236](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1857236/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | General lighting and devices of Pilates studio | $45,000 | [E1857233](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857233/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [4 Jersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-jersey-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Grounding of (4) 500KW generators for Mumford and Sons/Rufus Du Sol shows. Dates 6/19-24th | $800 | [ETS1853313](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1853313/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from shell space to Pilates studio. Renovation of first floor unoccupied shell space for new pilates studio. Includes training room, 2 restrooms, 3 fan coil units, 1 electric water heater, a new electric meter and panels, and updates to the storefront. Adding FA/FP;3.18.2026 Applica | $610,000 | [ALT1798474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1798474/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [700 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-commonwealth-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | BU Warren Towers - architectural finishes at the main entrance lobby on the 1st floor, 4th floor west reconfiguration and garage renovations. Structural, MEP's and finishes as per plans and memo. All work in conjunction with ALT1672973.eplan | $30,085,206 | [A1828902](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1828902/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [24 Jersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-jersey-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Other | Apply for a permit to install a temporary 20x20x4 boxing ring supplied and installed by Bernardo Boxing at Gate C for an amateur boxing match to be held on June 6th 2026 Drawings and narrative attached | $30,000 | [SF1850619](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850619/) |

## More on this street

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

- [605 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/605-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Jun 1, 2026
- [584-598 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/584--598-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Sep 2, 2026
- [610 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/610-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Nov 3, 2025
- [623 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/623-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Dec 19, 2025
- [566 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/566-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Aug 24, 2026
- [566-574 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/566--574-commonwealth-av/): newest permit May 13, 2026
- [565 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/565-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Aug 25, 2026
- [625 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/625-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Mar 18, 2025
- [627-629 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/627--629-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Mar 10, 2026
- [631-639 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/631--639-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Sep 8, 2026

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Map, all 104 permits at this address and 62 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/595-commonwealth-av/