# Building permits at 605 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.

Six permits on record here. The newest, Jun 1: Install Individual letters to brick wall to read: "BOSTON UNIVERSITY WHEELOCK COLLEGE OF EDUCATION &. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 76 more permits (59 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2026 | 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/) |
| Nov 12, 2025 | Roofing | We will be completing masonry waterproofing repairs to various window headers to address leaks/loose material along the Silber and rear facade of 2 Silber Way. We will have swing staging access and expect these repairs to take approx 4 weeks. | $154,460 | [SF1786138](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1786138/) |
| Apr 28, 2025 | Roofing | remove and dispose of existing roof system down to wood substrate. supply and install 1 layer of 2" insulation with a 1/2" coverboard mechanically attached with 3" plates and screws. supply and install a epdm fully adhered roof system with a 20 year warranty | $398,241 | [SF1710000](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1710000/) |
| Jul 21, 2011 | Electrical | Wire wheelchair lift with 1 120 volt light | $400 | [E86973](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E86973/) |
| May 20, 2011 | Elevator | 2x4 metal stud walls with 5/8 sheetrock around wheelchair lift, install 2 steel doors | $19,859 | [SF77970](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF77970/) |
| Jun 21, 2010 | Elevator | replacing old wheelchair lift with new (hoistway work only) new non structural door walls, install 2 metal doors, small ramp for lift, | $15,726 | [SF30670](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF30670/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 29 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [113 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/113-bay-state-rd/) | 660 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 28, 2026 | [700 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-commonwealth-av/) | 910 ft W | Fire systems | Installation of new fire alarm system in dormitory tower. | $950,000 | [EFA1902449](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1902449/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [171 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/171-bay-state-rd/) | 380 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/) | 380 ft NW | Plumbing | install new gas boiler | $15,600 | [G1903908](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903908/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [700 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-commonwealth-av/) | 910 ft 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/) | 910 ft 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 | [631-639 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/631--639-commonwealth-av/) | 360 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/) | 560 ft SE | 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/) | 900 ft E | 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/) | 700 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/) | 800 ft E | 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/) | 570 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/) | 560 ft SE | 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 11, 2026 | [566 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/566-commonwealth-av/) | 570 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/) | 560 ft SE | 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/) | 570 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/) | 570 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/) | 570 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 31, 2026 | [136-148 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/136--148-bay-state-rd/) | 270 ft NE | 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/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [680 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/680-beacon-st/) | 710 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/) | 560 ft SW | Electrical | Add (1) explosion proof receptacle with back box and dedicated circuit. | $1,500 | [E1874797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874797/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [700 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-commonwealth-av/) | 910 ft 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/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [161 Bay State Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/161-bay-state-rd/) | 340 ft N | 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 22, 2026 | [700 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-commonwealth-av/) | 910 ft 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 4, 2026 | [24 Cummington Ma](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-cummington-ma/) | 560 ft SW | Electrical | Installation of audiovisual systems in boston university chemistry dept. | $300,000 | [ELV1857481](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1857481/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [24 Cummington Ma](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-cummington-ma/) | 560 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/) | 710 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 20, 2026 | [700 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-commonwealth-av/) | 910 ft 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 13, 2026 | [566-574 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/566--574-commonwealth-av/) | 600 ft SE | Roofing | Re roof | $655,550 | [SF1848121](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848121/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 47 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | [533-545 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/533--545-commonwealth-av/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Power modifications renovations for new wall on 2nd floor | $11,000 | [E1902014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902014/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [833 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/833-beacon-st/) | 0.21 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/) | 0.21 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/) | 0.22 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 | [856 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/856-beacon-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Roofing | Cut & repoint mortar joints..Repair minor sill & header damage...apply clear waterproofing... | $190,000 | [SF1877458](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877458/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [533-545 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/533--545-commonwealth-av/) | 0.20 mi 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 19, 2026 | [675-701 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/675--701-commonwealth-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Clarification; Fire Protection Upgrades to existing building, including new closet for supplemental equipment.Project replaces ceilings in public corridors on level b, level 1, level 3, level 4.NOTE: BU - FP upgrades to entire building - ALT 1761847 Due to dewatering issue BU is saying the cost is t | $10,000,000 | [A1848041](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1848041/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [4 Jersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-jersey-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | Grounding of (4) 500KW generators for Chris Stapleton Concert -- 8/11-15th | $1,000 | [ETS1883223](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1883223/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [833 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/833-beacon-st/) | 0.21 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/) | 0.21 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 22, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 609. | $5,000 | [E1874085](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874085/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 611. | $5,000 | [E1874090](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874090/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 304. | $5,000 | [E1874083](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874083/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 612. | $5,000 | [E1874074](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874074/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 604. | $5,000 | [E1874068](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874068/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 615. | $5,000 | [E1873419](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873419/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 416. | $5,000 | [E1873409](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873409/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 401. | $5,000 | [E1873401](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873401/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 608. | $5,000 | [E1864245](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864245/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 402. | $5,000 | [E1864243](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864243/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 514. | $5,000 | [E1861318](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861318/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [14 Buswell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-buswell-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 614. | $5,000 | [E1856910](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856910/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi SE | Plumbing | Replace a dishwasher and replace ice-maker installed 3 faucet | $2,500 | [PL1869957](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1869957/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [4 Jersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-jersey-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | 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/) | 0.24 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 2, 2026 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Plumbing | Plumbing piping and fixtures at Strong Pilates | $40,000 | [PL1868014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868014/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi 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 | [844-844a Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/844--844a-beacon-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 505. | $5,000 | [E1862219](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862219/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [844-844a Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/844--844a-beacon-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 405. | $5,000 | [E1862214](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862214/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [844-844a Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/844--844a-beacon-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 305. | $5,000 | [E1862208](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862208/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [844-844a Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/844--844a-beacon-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 205. | $5,000 | [E1862198](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862198/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [844-844a Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/844--844a-beacon-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Replace old wiring with new wiring. Install new light fixtures, swithces, and receptacles in unit 105. | $5,000 | [E1862179](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862179/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [833 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/833-beacon-st/) | 0.21 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/) | 0.21 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 12, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Furnish (12) data cables to AV closet on 3rd floor. | $5,000 | [ELV1859490](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1859490/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [4 Jersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-jersey-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | 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/) | 0.23 mi SE | 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/) | 0.24 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/) | 0.24 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/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | General lighting and devices of Pilates studio | $45,000 | [E1857233](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857233/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [848 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/848-beacon-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Fire systems | The existing brownstone building at 848 Beacon Street, Boston, MA will have a new fire alarm system installed and will undergo cosmetic finish upgrades throughout the building. The building will be equipped with a new full coverage sprinkler system and new fire alarm devices will be installed | $150,000 | [ALT1850886](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1850886/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [533-545 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/533--545-commonwealth-av/) | 0.20 mi 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 | [4 Jersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-jersey-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | 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 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi 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 | [650-660 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/650--660-beacon-st/) | 0.24 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 8, 2026 | [848 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/848-beacon-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Fire systems | Install new addressable fire alarm system with panel and devices. | $75,000 | [EFA1844946](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1844946/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [540-548 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/540--548-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi 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/) |

## More on this street

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- [610 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/610-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Nov 3, 2025
- [595 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/595-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Jul 9, 2025
- [623 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/623-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Dec 19, 2025
- [625 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/625-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Mar 18, 2025
- [584-598 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/584--598-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Sep 2, 2026
- [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
- [640 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/640-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Oct 16, 2024
- [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

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