# Building permits at 69-71 A St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.5M alteration or repair at 30-40 W Third St, permitted Jul 16.

23 permits on record here. The newest, Sep 16: CIEE Interior demolition as setup for new interior buildout. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 35 more permits (33 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | Alteration or repair | CIEE Interior demolition as setup for new interior buildout. No Structural, Fire Alarm or Fire Protection work. All life safety System to remain active. All work n full compliance with 780 CMR, 527 CMR, 521 CMR. | $16,700 | [SF1901541](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901541/) |
| Oct 9, 2024 | Fire systems | Relocating 6 Sprinkler head`s, add 4 | $4,000 | [ALT1548489](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1548489/) |
| May 3, 2024 | Fence, wall or deck | Installation of 54" Aluminum privacy fence. Fence inside property line as per plan & certified plot plan | $31,000 | [SF1597060](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1597060/) |
| Mar 5, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Build Men' and Women's locker rooms in the Basement and First Floor of 69 A Street gym as per drawings, fitting out Core and Shell Permit ALT918314 and updating Short form SF1440460 | $225,000 | [ALT1565851](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1565851/) |
| Nov 3, 2023 | Fire systems | Adding to existing fire system | $2,745 | [EFA1542315](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1542315/) |
| Sep 27, 2023 | Electrical | adding lighting and receptacles for 2 locker room in a gym. Adding power for Sauna. | $14,000 | [E1528963](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1528963/) |
| Jul 16, 2023 | Plumbing | Plumbing for men and women's locker rooms | $25,000 | [PL1496633](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1496633/) |
| Feb 14, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Finish and install Metal studs for new bathrooms partition Furnish and install insulation in studs cavity Finish and install 5/8 drywall at new bath partitions Finish and apply level 4 finish Finish and install tile work Paint all new drywall surface | $28,000 | [SF1440460](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1440460/) |
| Dec 8, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Reset interior non-egress related double hung door to floor 1 suite. Relocate one sprinkler head in ceiling. All work in full compliance with 780,527,521 CMR. No changes to egress fire alarm. | $20,000 | [SF1420901](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1420901/) |
| Nov 16, 2022 | Electrical | installing receptacles and ceiling fans for new gym | $27,000 | [E1413245](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1413245/) |
| Oct 12, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Furnish and Install metal frame, drywall and insulation inside gym. Plaster and paint | $90,000 | [SF1400121](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1400121/) |
| Jun 9, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Existing permits ALT 517158/ ALT 918384 description modification. Space will be fit out to Core/ Shell only with roof terrace. 5 story, 45,700 SF with 18 Parking spaces as approved by ZBA. No change in use or occupancy. | $2,000 | [A1174181](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1174181/) |
| Dec 3, 2019 | Fire systems | Renovation to 3 existing floors and 3 new floors to be added for commercial tenant space. Fire alarm consists of new fire alarm system with initiating &; indicating devices throughout | $115,000 | [EFA1027775](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1027775/) |
| Dec 3, 2019 | Electrical | Renovation &; addition to an existing building for commercial tenant space. Work includes new electrical service, distribution equipment, feeders, ground generator along with power, lighting &; mechanical throughout | $1,170,000 | [E1027771](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1027771/) |
| Oct 8, 2019 | Electrical | CIEE - Low voltage controls wiring on HVAC Units. | $30,000 | [ELV1008722](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1008722/) |
| Aug 19, 2019 | Plumbing | Plumbing renovation at 69-71 A Street (CIEE) | $475,000 | [PL988755](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL988755/) |
| Aug 14, 2019 | Plumbing | Plumbing renovation at 69-71 A Street (CIEE) | $475,000 | [G989050](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G989050/) |
| Jul 25, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Consolidate lots at 69-71 A Street and 95-103 Athens Street. The proposed project includes the demolition of a small two story structure on the rear of the lot. Construct a 6 story addition to the rear of the existing building that is connected to a new 2 story addition on top of the existing three  | Not listed | [ALT517158](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT517158/) |
| Jul 10, 2019 | Addition | The proposed project includes the demolition of a small two story structure on the rear of the lot. Construct a 6 story addition to the rear of the existing building that is connected to a new 2 story addition on top of the existing three story building. Included is a change of use, from a manufactu | $17,000,000 | [ALT918314](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT918314/) |
| Jun 27, 2019 | Other | Begin work/ extend Permit ALT 5171518 Relief Approved thru Boston Redevelopment Authority- BPDA Article 80, Small Project Review & Boston Zoning Board of Appeal ALT under Inspectional Services Review plan review. All work in full compliance with 780 CMR, 8th Edition and 521, 527 CMR | $1,000 | [SF969889](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF969889/) |
| Jun 18, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Replace most windows, replace existing back stairwell with new, bring front stairwell railings up to meet current building code, spot point exterior walls where needed. | $155,000 | [SF374671](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF374671/) |
| Jul 16, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Proposed work: change occupancy to include wireless communication. Installation of rooftop wireless communications equipment including rooftop mounted antennas, basement equipment room and associated cabling and utilities., Last Action: READY TO ISSUE | Not listed | [ALT7882](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT7882/) |
| May 30, 2012 | Electrical | Install of security system 7 Devices Exact address 71 A Street | $1,400 | [ELV143685](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV143685/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | [84-90 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84--90-a-st/) | 210 ft N | Roofing | Front soffit roof repair | $2,500 | [SF1875102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875102/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 32 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2026 | [178 W Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/178-w-fourth-st/) | 620 ft S | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | $2,500 | [G1887960](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1887960/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [135-143 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135--143-w-third-st/) | 930 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Air seal and insulate attic. | $3,000 | [SF1897235](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897235/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [36 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-a-st/) | 470 ft SW | Plumbing | For unit 3E, Replacing boiler with 199K BTU combi boiler and all associated plumbing work. | $5,000 | [PL1894581](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894581/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [36 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-a-st/) | 470 ft SW | Plumbing | For unit 3E, Replacing boiler with 199K BTU combi boiler and all associated gas work. | $3,000 | [G1894588](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1894588/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [100 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-w-second-st/) | 470 ft NE | Electrical | I will be adding six outlets. Four of them will be new Work. I will be adding three emergency lights at the doors and I will be relocating one ceiling fan. | $1,000 | [E1891693](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891693/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [100 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-w-second-st/) | 470 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Add wall to create conference room in existing room. Scope includes minor electrical, framing and drywall. | $69,128 | [SF1890440](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890440/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [100 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-w-second-st/) | 470 ft NE | Plumbing | Emergency Repair. Unknown gas leak in the building. Need to blank off piping, pressurize, and bubble leak check and make repairs. Will coordinate with National Grid. Meter is currently red tagged by National Grid. | $10,000 | [G1886366](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886366/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [55 W Fifth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-w-fifth-st/) | 900 ft S | Plumbing | Fix gas line on gas line | $2,200 | [G1886140](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886140/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [135-143 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135--143-w-third-st/) | 930 ft SE | Alteration or repair | repoint brick around windows, remove and replace caulking | $6,690 | [SF1884071](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1884071/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 300 ft NE | Plumbing | Fitout of Hugo Speakeasy Restaurant space | $270,000 | [PL1882848](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882848/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 300 ft NE | Plumbing | Fitout of Hugo Speakeasy Restaurant space | $19,000 | [G1882852](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1882852/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [105 W First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/105-w-first-st/) | 610 ft NE | Electrical | Need an inspection of the meter socket so Eversource can install new meter for EV Chargers per WO#27364467 (main electrical room) | $250 | [E1878942](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878942/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 300 ft NE | Electrical | Wire POS cables | $6,000 | [ELV1877758](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1877758/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 300 ft NE | Fire systems | Install Fire alarm devices | $5,000 | [EFA1877737](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1877737/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 300 ft NE | Electrical | wire Restaurant for lights power and air conditioning | $606,000 | [E1877731](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877731/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [108 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-w-third-st/) | 820 ft E | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of single family for a short form permit SF1771550 | Not listed | [ALT1788451](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1788451/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [108 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-w-third-st/) | 820 ft E | Roofing | Remove existing roof deck, remove existing rubber roof, install new rubber roof, install new roof deck same size and location | $42,430 | [SF1874751](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874751/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [120 W Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-w-fourth-st/) | 440 ft SW | Alteration or repair | COO1754450 issued 7/28/25 included core and shell commercial space on 3rd floor. Permit is to change occupancy from core and shell commercial to office/studio. Also included is relocating/adding sprinkler heads and fire alarm work. (other fit out work and fees under SF1799217) | $10,000 | [ALT1868553](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1868553/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 300 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Renovate a two-story restaurant into a new concept. Scope of work incl. structural modifications to add a mezz. space, re-using the existing MEP systems w/ modifications to distribution to service the new layout &; all new finishes, furnishings and equip.;On amendment: pergolas at existing G floor + | $2,493,000 | [ALT1818046](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1818046/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [114 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114-w-third-st/) | 880 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Installation/Replacement of (21) Full Frame Windows. Like-for-like with no structural changes. | $62,157 | [SF1870289](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870289/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [36 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-a-st/) | 470 ft SW | Plumbing | For unit 4E, installing a combi boiler, 199K BTU, removing old equipment and all associated plumbing work | $10,000 | [PL1862637](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862637/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [36 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-a-st/) | 470 ft SW | Plumbing | For unit 4E, installing a combi boiler, 199K BTU, removing old equipment and all associated gas work | $5,000 | [G1862642](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1862642/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [246-248 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/246--248-dorchester-av/) | 960 ft SW | Electrical | Retrofit installation of electrical refrigeration controls onto existing walk-in cooler. Also anti-sweat door heater controls and electric defrost. | $41,800 | [E1864932](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864932/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [148-152 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--152-dorchester-av/) | 540 ft W | Plumbing | fixture swap on two shower valves vanity and toilet | $3,000 | [PL1864163](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864163/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [148-152 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--152-dorchester-av/) | 540 ft W | Electrical | En-suite bathroom receptacle, wall switches, fixture lights and circuit breakers upgrade | $1,800 | [E1860411](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860411/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [148-152 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--152-dorchester-av/) | 540 ft W | Alteration or repair | Bathroom Remodel | $22,750 | [SF1856845](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856845/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [169-171 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/169--171-w-second-st/) | 800 ft E | Alteration or repair | ;existing conditions. Change from Light Manufacture to single-family residence. No work. property has been a single family since 1938.; | Not listed | [ALT1838789](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1838789/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [135-143 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135--143-w-third-st/) | 930 ft SE | Plumbing | RENOVATION: 1 3/4-bathroom in the basement. | $2,500 | [PL1858003](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858003/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [18-22 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--22-w-third-st/) | 270 ft NE | Electrical | existing main service is back feed from another meter and has been for very long. I am running new feeders to new upgraded transformer being installed by Eversource WO# 21808355 I am running 4 sets of 500 MCM copper for 1200 amps. 3 phase, 4 wire, 120/208 volts | $10,000 | [E1852478](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852478/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [86 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/86-w-third-st/) | 660 ft E | Alteration or repair | vinyl the front of the house double section roof in front of the house paint 2 small front domers. | $15,000 | [SF1850305](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850305/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [135-143 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135--143-w-third-st/) | 930 ft SE | Alteration or repair | replace shower tub,replace bath floor,replace vanity and toilet | $26,800 | [SF1847895](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847895/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [120 W Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-w-fourth-st/) | 440 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from core & shell to pottery studio. No construction required except flooring and paint. | $4,000 | [ALT1833001](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1833001/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [184 Athens St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/184-athens-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Install 25 recessed lights old work style. Install 5 dimmer switch | $5,500 | [E1907702](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1907702/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [159 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/159-w-third-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | $7,500 | [G1902202](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902202/) |

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Approved | May 5, 2026 | 69 to 71 A St | under 10 ft | To change the occupancy from the building's office space to 24 residential units on floors two through four | [BOA1833689](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-26 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on A St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [80-82 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80--82-a-st/): newest permit Apr 24, 2026
- [84-90 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84--90-a-st/): newest permit Jul 21, 2026
- [39 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-a-st/): newest permit Feb 3, 2026
- [36 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-a-st/): newest permit Aug 27, 2026
- [5 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-a-st/): newest permit Oct 21, 2025
- [244 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/244-a-st/): newest permit Oct 30, 2024
- [244-264 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/244--264-a-st/): newest permit Oct 30, 2024
- [249-257 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/249--257-a-st/): newest permit Aug 25, 2026
- [288-304 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/288--304-a-st/): newest permit Jul 31, 2026
- [319-321 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/319--321-a-st/): newest permit Mar 6, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-08 20:50 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 8, 17:47 UTC.

Map, all 23 permits at this address and 35 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--71-a-st/