# Building permits at 7 Christopher St, Boston, MA

11 permits on record here. The newest, Oct 16, 2024: Kitchen renovations 3 floors, install recessed ligths. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 57 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2024 | Electrical | Kitchen renovations 3 floors, install recessed ligths, living room and dinner room | $24,000 | [E1658737](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1658737/) |
| Oct 11, 2024 | Alteration or repair | 1st Floor: Install new insulation, drywall, plaster, prime, painting, carpentry services and cleaning services. 2nd Floor: Replacement of all cabinets in kitchen. Install new insulation, drywall, plaster, prime, painting, carpentry services and cleaning services. 3rd Floor: Install new insulation, d | $38,550 | [SF1658720](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1658720/) |
| Oct 7, 2024 | Plumbing |  | Not listed | [PL1658635](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1658635/) |
| Oct 7, 2024 | Plumbing | renovation: 3 cook stoves | $1,500 | [G1658659](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1658659/) |
| May 16, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Replace siding | $8,000 | [SF1333252](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1333252/) |
| Apr 8, 2013 | Plumbing | 1st floor: toilet, sink, tub 2nd floor: toilet, sink, tub, kitchen sink 3rd floor: toilet, sink, tub, kitchen sink Laundry on all 3 floors | $10,000 | [PL233350](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL233350/) |
| Apr 4, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Replace kitchen cabinets and coountertops, sheetrock, paint & sand fllors | $15,000 | [SF232982](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF232982/) |
| Mar 29, 2013 | Fire systems | New hard wire 120V smoke detectors with battery back up for 2nd, 3rd floor, stair way and basement. | $1,500 | [EFA231153](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA231153/) |
| Mar 29, 2013 | Electrical | Upgrade the service from 100A to 200A, add the public meter. New wiring for the 2nd and 3rd floor only. | $14,500 | [E231144](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E231144/) |
| Jul 16, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Replace decking, stairs and stair railings on first floor front porch. Replace joist as needed. Replace existing stockade fencing in driveway. | $1,800 | [SF33367](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF33367/) |
| Dec 17, 2009 | Alteration or repair | Replace decking and rails on rear porch.Replace joist as needed. | $4,571 | [SF1754](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1754/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2026 | [1526-1530 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1526--1530-dorchester-av/) | 210 ft N | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from Retails, Lodgers, Offices, Education Center and Ice Cream Parlor;to;Retails,Lodgers, Offices, Education Center, Ice Cream Parlor, and;Retail;with;accessory food service (prepackaged food and coffee),accessory Art Gallery, and Accessory Live Entertainment. | Not listed | [ALT1846458](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1846458/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1548-1558 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1548--1558-dorchester-av/) | 130 ft SW | Electrical | Parks department event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1870170](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1870170/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [1526-1530 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1526--1530-dorchester-av/) | 210 ft N | Alteration or repair | Add bathroom fixtures to pre existing bathrooms in the existing; retail space as per plans | $14,500 | [ALT1846492](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1846492/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [1548-1558 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1548--1558-dorchester-av/) | 130 ft SW | Other | Installation of a 20x20 frame tent and a 10x30 frame tent that will be setup on Saturday and taken down on Monday AM. Tents will be secured with 500 lb. cement blocks on each tent leg. | $1,850 | [SF1843543](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843543/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 22 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [35 Parkman St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-parkman-st/) | 730 ft SE | Electrical | Wiring replacement for a gas furnace. This is a straight equipment replacement. | $287 | [E1904539](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904539/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [9 Lincoln St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-lincoln-st/) | 620 ft N | Alteration or repair | Removal and replacement/repair of existing deck boards and miscellaneous trim | $3,000 | [SF1903779](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903779/) |
| Sep 19, 2026 | [229 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/229-park-st/) | 790 ft W | Electrical | Diesel generator to Power Inflatables for duration of event | $765 | [E1901652](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901652/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1480-1480b Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1480--1480b-dorchester-av/) | 780 ft N | Electrical | Install lighting on facade of building | $5,000 | [E1900986](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900986/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [272-274 Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/272--274-adams-st/) | 870 ft NE | Electrical | install lighting and outlets for pool hall install new electrical panel | $20,000 | [E1899933](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899933/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [11 Gibson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-gibson-st/) | 270 ft S | Alteration or repair | To insulate exterior walls with blown in cellulose insulation. | $15,639 | [SF1871320](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871320/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [1545 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1545-dorchester-av/) | 520 ft SW | Electrical | City of boston event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1879646](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1879646/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [272-274 Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/272--274-adams-st/) | 870 ft NE | Alteration or repair | change occupancy from sign shop to pool hall and frame office and two bathroom for pool hall.. | $85,000 | [ALT1867804](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1867804/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [43 Bourneside St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-bourneside-st/) | 960 ft SW | Roofing | Remove and replace all the bad shingles on dormers and replacing the window casing; | $2,000 | [SF1869897](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869897/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [46 Dix St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-dix-st/) | 850 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remove existing siding, install new siding | $40,139 | [SF1865777](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865777/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [96 Dix St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/96-dix-st/) | 980 ft SE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1869873](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1869873/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [11 Gibson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-gibson-st/) | 270 ft S | Plumbing | Install (3) 80KBTU furnaces | $20,000 | [G1860912](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1860912/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [27 Paisley Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-paisley-pk/) | 900 ft SW | Alteration or repair | 3 Zone Ductless system (3 minisplits and 1 condenser). | $29,990 | [SF1858169](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858169/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [111 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111-park-st/) | 580 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remove and install siding | $35,000 | [SF1860830](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860830/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [1545 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1545-dorchester-av/) | 520 ft SW | Electrical | Parks department event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1859731](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1859731/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [27 Paisley Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-paisley-pk/) | 900 ft SW | Electrical | Main Panel Swap, 3+ Meter Relocation, service upgrade. (Need to replace the 2gang meter stack and we have to add a third public meter. also replace the the two main panels and add a public panel. Because of this we also have to upgrade any 3 wire loads to 4wire.) | $10,000 | [E1858174](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858174/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [500-520 Geneva Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/500--520-geneva-av/) | 830 ft NW | Electrical | Install 1x Receptacle for a Price Checker MAC Station inside of Target Store. | $2,000 | [E1857304](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857304/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [48-50 Parkman St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48--50-parkman-st/) | 840 ft E | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation and Air Sealing | $6,519 | [SF1808930](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1808930/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [8 Charles St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-charles-st/) | 950 ft N | Alteration or repair | Confirming existing single family occupancy. | Not listed | [ALT1844686](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1844686/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [38 Parkman St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-parkman-st/) | 740 ft E | Roofing | Strip existing roof and replace with new Certainteed landmark shingle system, 15 square, no structural changes to be made | $9,500 | [SF1847621](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847621/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [8 Charles St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-charles-st/) | 950 ft N | Alteration or repair | Repair, replacing siding, insurance binder and debris removal. | $3,500 | [SF1843295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843295/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [48 Dix St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-dix-st/) | 850 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remove, dispose and reinstall decking on all 3 rear decks. | $15,000 | [SF1839948](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1839948/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 31 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [3 O'Donnell Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-o'donnell-te/) | 0.24 mi S | Roofing | Remove rubber from roof. Apply.060 fully adhered rubber membrane. 1200 sq' | $24,600 | [SF1902058](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902058/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1461 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1461-dorchester-av/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Install lighting on facade of building | $5,000 | [E1900984](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900984/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1460-1474 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1460--1474-dorchester-av/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Replace 3 fixtures on the facade of the building | $3,000 | [E1900980](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900980/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1453-1459 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1453--1459-dorchester-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Install lights on facade of building | $10,000 | [E1900977](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900977/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1448-1454 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1448--1454-dorchester-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Install lights on facade of building | $4,000 | [E1900973](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900973/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [3 O'Donnell Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-o'donnell-te/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Clean Joe will be removing affected drywalls, ceilings, and floors to clean up and prevent further damages. Interior finishes only. | $15,000 | [SF1900249](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900249/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [110 Gibson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-gibson-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | the utility company has requested a meter socket inspection, meter # 2832962 | $250 | [E1899318](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899318/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [253-253a Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/253--253a-park-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Roofing | Strip and re-roof | $24,875 | [SF1893947](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1893947/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [76-78 Parkman St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76--78-parkman-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | Gas re-test | $4,000 | [G1899677](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899677/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [84-86 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84--86-park-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Bath Water heaters Kitchens Laundry's | $44,900 | [PL1897644](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1897644/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [84-86 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84--86-park-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Water heaters Ranges | $12,600 | [G1897646](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897646/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [1453-1459 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1453--1459-dorchester-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Sign | Install a channel letter sign with raceway to the wall. | $4,000 | [ALT1867476](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1867476/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [10 O'Donnell Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-o'donnell-te/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Work being done through Mass Save. Air seal and insukate attic floor with open blown cellulose up to R-49. Install roof vent to meet NFA requirements. Install 6" Fiberglass batts and air seal basement rim joist sill | $4,021 | [SF1887094](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887094/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [250 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/250-park-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | install 11 harvey replacement windows. Energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $8,580 | [SF1885773](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1885773/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [8 Silloway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-silloway-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Correct existing unpermitted basement finish and provide code-compliant egress. Add new egress window/door and stairs as required. Extend living area from basement into first floor per plans. No ADU proposed. Correct;V896460 | $20,000 | [ALT1879147](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1879147/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [10 O'Donnell Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-o'donnell-te/) | 0.23 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of a BRYANT Slim Ducted Indoor Unit - High Static 24,000 BTU with ductwork Installation of a BRYANT 48,000 BTU 6 port High-Heat Heat Pump Unit. Installation of a BRYANT 18,000 BTU high wall-mounted ductless unit. Installation of a BRYANT 6,000 BTU high wall-mounted ductless unit. | $33,884 | [SF1872199](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872199/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [386 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/386-centre-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Demo drywall in second floor bathtub and replace with a new shower. Remove existing toilet and replace with a new toilet. Inspection for fire stopping and/or insulation. | $29,800 | [SF1873609](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873609/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [22 Lafield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-lafield-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Demo existing front deck, repair granite under deck, frame 3story deck with pressure treated wood, install 2 schulter strips 1st &; 2nd floor deck, Install PVC decking over entire deck &; stairs, Install PVC railing on 3 decks, Install J channel and PVC soffit panel on ceiling deck, Install 3 doors. | $68,500 | [SF1870896](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870896/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [1-5 Dix St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1--5-dix-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Replacement existing ADA ramp Deck handicap access same size as is per drawings. No change in footprint. | $40,000 | [SF1873763](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873763/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [386 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/386-centre-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Plumbing | Convert bathtub to shower in second floor bathroom. Replace valve. | $4,000 | [PL1873617](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873617/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [10 O'Donnell Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-o'donnell-te/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Installation of a new high voltage electrical for (1) system. - New disconnect with surge protector built-in - New GFCI - New dedicated circuit | $1,050 | [E1872206](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872206/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [60 Charles St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-charles-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Install 12 windows for replacement. No structural changes. | $26,472 | [SF1870856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870856/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [8 Silloway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-silloway-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Upgrade service and add a public meterOPEN BUILDING VIOLATION ( ILLEGAL UNIT BASEMENT ) | $6,000 | [E1867313](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867313/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [255 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/255-park-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing | $11,156 | [SF1859821](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859821/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [1448-1454 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1448--1454-dorchester-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 1450 Dorchester Ave | $1,200 | [ELV1858858](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1858858/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [27 Upland Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-upland-av/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation &; Air Sealing. No Structural Changes. | $17,518 | [SF1840922](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1840922/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [27 Upland Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-upland-av/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | This is an existing one family home.. | Not listed | [ALT1844913](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1844913/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [10 O'Donnell Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-o'donnell-te/) | 0.23 mi S | Roofing | To strip off old roof shingles and replace with new asphalt shingles install ice and water barrier drip edge insulation flashing and install rubber roof on front porch roof area | $18,000 | [SF1846141](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846141/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [1453-1459 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1453--1459-dorchester-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | Renovation, 1 hand sink, 1 pre-sink, 1 floor sink, 1 ice maker, 1 9d, 1 grease trap, 1 mop sink, 1 3 bay sink, 1 toilet, 1 lav and 1 tankless commercial water heater. | $23,000 | [PL1845715](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845715/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [1453-1459 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1453--1459-dorchester-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | Renovation, 5 flyer, 1 six-burner 1 co/ansel valve, and commercial tankless water heater. | $15,000 | [G1845717](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1845717/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [115 Melville Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115-melville-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1st floor front porch to be same size and shape | $12,500 | [SF1844877](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844877/) |

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-05 18:54 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

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