# Building permits at 7 Highland St, Boston, MA

Two permits on record here. The newest, Aug 20: Confirm occupancy of existing 2 family. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 55 more permits (50 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing 2 family.; | Not listed | [ALT1878953](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1878953/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | Roofing | remove and install 18sq asphalt roofing | $13,990 | [SF1864947](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864947/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 6 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2026 | [48 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-williams-av/) | 70 ft SW | Plumbing | New Gas Lines for 2 furnaces, 2 stoves, 2 waterheaters | $10,000 | [G1897568](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897568/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [48 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-williams-av/) | 70 ft SW | Plumbing | Whole house plumbing renovation | $19,800 | [PL1895575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895575/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [48 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-williams-av/) | 70 ft SW | Electrical | Comeplete rewire Add public meter Upgrade service from 100AMPS TO 200AMPS | $25,000 | [E1894515](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894515/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [36r Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36r-williams-av/) | 180 ft N | Plumbing | New Kichten, bathrom and laundry | $8,000 | [PL1887914](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887914/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [48 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-williams-av/) | 70 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Confirming occupancy of existing 2 family home | Not listed | [ALT1863371](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1863371/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [48 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-williams-av/) | 70 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Replace windows 20 shingle part of mansortroof,drywall and plaster, remodel4 bathrooms, rewire to code,new electrical service, revise plumbing to code and ne hvav systems | $200,000 | [SF1863142](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863142/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 28 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [211 Fairmount Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-fairmount-av/) | 430 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install 1 replacement window - no structural work | $6,137 | [SF1904060](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904060/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [102 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102-williams-av/) | 970 ft SE | Alteration or repair | install wood portico over front door per pictures and plans attached | $13,149 | [ALT1847429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1847429/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [731 Truman Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/731-truman-pw/) | 890 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Creation of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) within the existing basement of a two-family residential dwelling. | $110,000 | [ALT1828804](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1828804/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 760 ft W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.61 kw 21 panels with installation of 2 franklin batteries installed on exterior of home | $103,200 | [SF1886935](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886935/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 760 ft W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.61 kw 21 panels with installation of 2 franklin batteries installed on exterior of home | $103,200 | [E1886942](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1886942/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [66 Warren Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-warren-av/) | 830 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Work being performed through mass save. Air seal and insulate attic floor up to R-49 using open blown cellulsoe. Install Fiberglass and 2" Poly board on open wall in attic space | $4,000 | [SF1877499](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877499/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [14 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-highland-st/) | 280 ft NE | Electrical | Install dedicated receptacles for counter top and a/c units | $2,500 | [E1891324](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891324/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [44 Warren Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-warren-av/) | 950 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace one (1) broken storm door; Remove and replace approx. ten (10) siding shingles and Cleaning of front yard. Trash to be removed by Contractor in pick up truck to an authorized facility. | $2,400 | [SF1877700](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877700/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [13 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-williams-av/) | 550 ft NW | Electrical | Install #10 AWG circuit with 35A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60-amp AC disconnect with surge arrester sizing per manufacturer name plate. • Install a 20-amp circuit with 20A AFCI/GFCI breaker for a service receptacle with in-use weatherproof cover. | $3,000 | [E1882603](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882603/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [13 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-williams-av/) | 550 ft NW | Electrical | Install #10 AWG circuit and a #12 AWG with 35A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60-amp AC disconnect with surge arrester each sizing per manufacturer name plate. • Install 2 20-amp circuit with 20A AFCI/GFCI breaker for a service receptacle with in-useweatherproof cover. | $3,000 | [E1882601](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882601/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [46 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-neponset-av/) | 500 ft SW | Electrical | Address also known as 50 Neponset ave. 200 amp overhead sevice upgrade | $5,300 | [E1884013](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1884013/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [35 Pond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-pond-st/) | 440 ft S | Roofing | Flat Roof Replacement - 18 square | $27,430 | [SF1796763](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1796763/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 760 ft W | Electrical | Install SPAN panel and replace meter and service conductors | $9,600 | [E1877930](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877930/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [211 Fairmount Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-fairmount-av/) | 430 ft NE | Electrical | wiring 2new circuit to the attic lights and receptacles | $1,500 | [E1875219](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875219/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 760 ft W | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing single-family dwelling. | Not listed | [ALT1861742](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1861742/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [100 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-williams-av/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | Bathroom Remodeling | $1,500 | [E1863704](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863704/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [100 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-williams-av/) | 900 ft SE | Plumbing | Bathroom remodel: Toilet, lav, and shower on 2nd floor. | $1,500 | [PL1867412](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1867412/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [100 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-williams-av/) | 900 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom remodel including plumbing, electrical, tiles, new bathroom fixtures, painting and insulation as needed per code. | $47,700 | [SF1859089](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859089/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [4 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-neponset-av/) | 860 ft W | Alteration or repair | I Peggy Hinds Watson declare my home occupancy at 4 Neponset Av is an existing two family. | Not listed | [ALT1842285](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1842285/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [672-674 Truman Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/672--674-truman-pw/) | 830 ft N | Plumbing | Installing a prep sink at Cappy's pizza | $1,000 | [PL1858513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858513/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [4 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-neponset-av/) | 860 ft W | Alteration or repair | No inspections unit the occupancy is confirmed; ALT1842285 pending.Remove existing rotted 4x30 front porch and 3 steps only. Install new footings and pressure treated framing. Install new composite decking boards and steps. Install new vinyl guardrails and handrails. | $24,000 | [SF1851727](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851727/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [225 Fairmount Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/225-fairmount-av/) | 480 ft E | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,293 | [PL1851921](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1851921/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [225 Fairmount Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/225-fairmount-av/) | 480 ft E | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,293 | [G1851920](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1851920/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [200 Fairmount Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/200-fairmount-av/) | 660 ft NE | Electrical | Emergency Service Wire Reattachment | $1,500 | [E1852791](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852791/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [102 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102-williams-av/) | 970 ft SE | Alteration or repair | remove and replace deck boards and rails only - no digging, no framing | $20,633 | [SF1847436](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847436/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [243 Fairmount Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/243-fairmount-av/) | 770 ft E | Plumbing | Gas piping for Generator install | $850 | [G1844355](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1844355/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [211 Fairmount Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-fairmount-av/) | 430 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Finish attic space and add attic drop down stairs. Finished attic space to be used as a finished storage area. | $10,000 | [ALT1799979](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1799979/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [55 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-williams-av/) | 340 ft SW | Alteration or repair | No inspections until occupancy is confirmed; ALT1844278 pending.Install 3/8" foam insulation board to exterior of home. Install double 4" vinyl siding to home. Cover trim fascia and soffit. | $14,000 | [SF1844054](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844054/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 21 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | [168 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/168-dana-av/) | 0.19 mi SW | Plumbing | Install it on electric water, heat a forty gallon in the basement | $1,200 | [PL1903840](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903840/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [119 Warren Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-warren-av/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Demo existing landing and steps. Keep footings. Build new frame and stringers with PT lumber. Finish with composite/pvc materials and handrail | $4,374 | [SF1896219](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896219/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [176-178 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/176--178-dana-av/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | Adding new gas meter to supply furnace and water heater. | $2,000 | [G1895520](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1895520/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [168 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/168-dana-av/) | 0.19 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from one-family to a two-family. No work to be done. | $80,000 | [ALT1690566](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1690566/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [73 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-highland-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Install shade roof over exsisting patio on left side of house | $13,000 | [ALT1873472](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1873472/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [179 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/179-dana-av/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Wire 1 electric water heater | $500 | [E1881347](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881347/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [65 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-highland-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,293 | [PL1877971](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1877971/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [65 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-highland-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,293 | [G1877967](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1877967/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [179 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/179-dana-av/) | 0.23 mi S | Plumbing | Replace electric water heater | $2,500 | [PL1879014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879014/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [123 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/123-dana-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Insulation + Air Sealing | $16,200 | [SF1874056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874056/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [73 Summit St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-summit-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 10.25 KW 25 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $64,800 | [SF1873337](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873337/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [73 Summit St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-summit-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 10.25 KW 25 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $64,800 | [E1873340](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873340/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [775 Truman Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/775-truman-pw/) | 0.22 mi W | Roofing | Roof replacement - Remove existing layers, inspect decking & replace if needed. Install proper underlayment, install new shingles. | $11,225 | [SF1865083](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865083/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [119 Warren Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-warren-av/) | 0.23 mi E | Roofing | strip existing epdm roof. Install new epdm rubber roof. | $33,950 | [SF1797708](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1797708/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [168 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/168-dana-av/) | 0.19 mi SW | Electrical | Electrical service 3 gang 200A addition of public panel and 1st floor panel relocation | $5,000 | [E1859145](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859145/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [19 Loring Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-loring-pl/) | 0.24 mi SW | Roofing | Replace old existing shingles, 14 sq. Install high performance synthetic underlayment. Apply GAF ice and water shields. Install GAF Timberline architectural shingles. All materials, labor, and debris clean up are included. | $5,600 | [SF1859501](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859501/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [19 Loring Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-loring-pl/) | 0.24 mi SW | Solar | Installation of 12 roof mounted solar panels, no ESS. | $22,000 | [SF1854947](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1854947/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [19 Loring Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-loring-pl/) | 0.24 mi SW | Solar | Installation of 12 roof mounted solar panels, no ESS. | $5,000 | [E1854954](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1854954/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [14 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-washington-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Roofing | Strip Existing Asphalt Roof And Dispose Of. Install High Temp Ice And Water barrier to Complete Roof. Install 24 gauge 16'' wide standing seam to all roof facets. | $27,000 | [SF1836010](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1836010/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [125 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-dana-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Electrical | Uprage service to 400 amps Add public panel Add circuits for 3 heat pumps | $8,000 | [E1852253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852253/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [125 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-dana-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Energy retrofit scope: Replacement of two windows. Door weatherstripping. Installation of new HVAC system, electric water heater, and electrical service upgrade. Replacement of kitchen and bath ventilation fans. All work is part of the City of Boston Healthy and Green Retrofit Pilot Program. | $123,800 | [SF1840339](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1840339/) |

## 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 | Apr 16, 2026 | 168 Dana Av | 0.19 mi SW | To change occupancy from one-family to a two-family | [BOA1710494](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2025-04-17 |

## More on this street

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

- [5 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-highland-st/): newest permit Jul 14, 2026
- [10 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-highland-st/): newest permit Apr 25, 2025
- [14 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-highland-st/): newest permit Aug 24, 2026
- [26 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-highland-st/): newest permit Oct 13, 2025
- [34 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-highland-st/): newest permit Jan 14, 2026
- [36 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-highland-st/): newest permit Oct 7, 2026
- [65 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-highland-st/): newest permit Jul 31, 2026
- [69 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-highland-st/): newest permit Apr 8, 2026
- [73 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-highland-st/): newest permit Aug 10, 2026
- [75 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-highland-st/): newest permit Nov 12, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-13 01:40 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 12, 19:17 UTC.

Map, both permits at this address and 55 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-highland-st/