# Building permits at 70-72 Cresthill Rd, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $867,075 project at 27 Bothwell Rd, permitted Jul 17.

Three permits on record here. The newest, Dec 15, 2025: Mass Save Insulation and Air Sealing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 55 more permits (53 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.24 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation and Air Sealing | $1,067 | [SF1803822](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1803822/) |
| Nov 13, 2025 | Electrical | Mini split install and a 100 amp panel replacement | $2,000 | [E1797365](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1797365/) |
| Oct 1, 2020 | Roofing | Furnish and install a new asphalt shingle roof system on the entire home. | $12,340 | [SF1081665](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1081665/) |

## 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), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2026 | [49-51 Falkland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49--51-falkland-st/) | 150 ft SW | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the entire garage. White PVC Fascia board replacement on left and right sides as well as front 2 rake boards of garage. Gutter and downspouts replacement of 20 foot section on rear of house (attached to shingled roof section). Slate Roof maintenance. | $10,647 | [SF1878513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878513/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 670 ft S | Alteration or repair | Replace 1 Skylight | $3,000 | [SF1906940](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906940/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [89 Hobart St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-hobart-st/) | 940 ft W | Alteration or repair | remove and replace siding on entire home | $60,370 | [SF1900282](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900282/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 670 ft S | Plumbing | 17 Donnybrook Rd. 1st Floor gas stove replacement | $1,200 | [G1895295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1895295/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 670 ft S | Plumbing | Location : 15 Donnybrook Rd. 3rd Floor bathroom Repiped drains and vents for 3/4 bathroom to bring bathroom up to code | $4,500 | [PL1888375](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1888375/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [9-11 Oliva Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9--11-oliva-rd/) | 980 ft W | Electrical | In this project I will add a new meter for public area. All service will be replace. | $18,000 | [E1878225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878225/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [98 Cresthill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98-cresthill-rd/) | 320 ft E | Alteration or repair | change floor plan | $70,000 | [ALT1863633](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1863633/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [138 Parsons St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/138-parsons-st/) | 790 ft SE | Alteration or repair | insulating exterior walls using cellulose R15. | $7,422 | [SF1880842](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880842/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [40-42 Hobart St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40--42-hobart-st/) | 570 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 window; like for like size; no structural changes | $4,041 | [SF1880154](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880154/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 670 ft S | Plumbing | Bathroom remodeling, Kitchen remodel, and washing machine hookup for #17 Donnybrook rd. 1st Floor | $5,500 | [PL1878839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1878839/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [138 Parsons St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/138-parsons-st/) | 790 ft SE | Roofing | To replace current failed shingle roof with new asphalt shingle roofing materials | $7,000 | [SF1873598](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873598/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 670 ft S | Electrical | Renovation of the bathroom at 1st floor: wiring of new 20 amp line, new 15 amp line, Panasonic fan/light, Over vanity light. | $1,800 | [E1873431](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873431/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 670 ft S | Electrical | Overhead electrical service upgrade from 100 to 400 Amp, adding public meter | $14,000 | [E1873405](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873405/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [232 Parsons St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/232-parsons-st/) | 370 ft NE | Roofing | Install new rubber roof | $24,900 | [SF1867110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867110/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [4 Falkland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-falkland-st/) | 680 ft S | Electrical | basement renovation done in 2005. Included, bathroom, bedroom and office | $1,500 | [E1869980](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869980/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 670 ft S | Alteration or repair | Bathroom remodeling, remove existing tile, tub, toilet and vanity and replace. everething stay on same place as it is | $20,000 | [SF1869305](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869305/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [17 Ranelegh Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-ranelegh-rd/) | 660 ft W | Alteration or repair | Wire lights and outlets on decks, stairs of ADU, Wire Kitchen in ADU, Wire full bath | $7,500 | [E1863752](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863752/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [192 Faneuil St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/192-faneuil-st/) | 860 ft S | Alteration or repair | Install 6 double-hung windows | $4,850 | [SF1863304](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863304/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [77 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-hobson-st/) | 960 ft W | Alteration or repair | Repair existing deck, replace any rotten wood, replace composite floor, install Azek railings. The address for the deck is technically 86 Hobart st, but it did not show up on the portal during the application. 77 Hobson st is the same building, both addresses are for the same house. | $8,500 | [SF1863051](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863051/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [213-215 Parsons St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/213--215-parsons-st/) | 420 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Repair existing deck - replace any rotten wood in the framing, replace composite floor, install Azek railings | $10,000 | [SF1861261](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861261/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [4 Falkland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-falkland-st/) | 680 ft S | Alteration or repair | Legalize the extended living space created when this building was turned into a condo in 2005. No work is to be done, there is no change in occupancy.This is to correct ISD violation V867895. Licensed Contractor Michael Hurley (HIC# will be provided) will help with paperwork | Not listed | [ALT1800745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1800745/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [134 Parsons St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/134-parsons-st/) | 840 ft SE | Alteration or repair | "Proposed new ADU in the basement of an existing 2-family structure. The new unit to be sprinkled per plans." | $139,000 | [ALT1841367](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1841367/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [17 Ranelegh Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-ranelegh-rd/) | 660 ft W | Alteration or repair | Create a ADU in a single family house adding egress, renovation of a kitchen and bathroom | $85,000 | [ALT1828456](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1828456/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 32 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [290-294 N Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/290--294-n-beacon-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | Removal of vinyl flooring, removal of drywall. Electrical repair of existing lighting. This permit is tied to the long form alteration #ALT1897798 | $100,000 | [SF1907021](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1907021/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [290-294 N Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/290--294-n-beacon-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Plumbing | Renovating a kitchen and bathroom on the 1st floor | $48,000 | [PL1906700](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906700/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [290-294 N Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/290--294-n-beacon-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Fire systems | Renovation of 1st floor | $12,790 | [EFA1905537](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1905537/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [79 Goodenough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-goodenough-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Single House Remodeling Electrical, Plumbing, heating/AC, kitchen, Bathrooms, blue board/plastering, insulation, siding. | $75,000 | [SF1905745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905745/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [290-294 N Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/290--294-n-beacon-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Electrical | Renovation of 1st Floor. | $12,790 | [E1905528](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905528/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [64 Goodenough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-goodenough-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Construction of a new 12'x15' deck in the backyard. | $38,075 | [ALT1881330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1881330/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [64-66 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64--66-donnybrook-rd/) | 0.20 mi SW | Fire systems | Install hardwired smoke detectors and CO detectors on 2nd & 3rd floors, also 2 wireless units | $1,200 | [EFA1900379](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1900379/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [64-66 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64--66-donnybrook-rd/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | Remodel master bedroom on 3rd floor, dormer with home office and closet, add sub panel, add outlets, lights and switches on 3rd floor | $8,400 | [E1900378](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900378/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [79 Goodenough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-goodenough-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | removing sheetrock insulation whole house | $10,000 | [SF1897601](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897601/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Solar | PV System Install: 8.645 kW-DC; 7.600 kW-AC; 19 Modules; 1 Inverter; Roof-Mounted; NO Structural; NO ESS | $21,613 | [SF1886717](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886717/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Solar | PV System Install: 8.645 kW-DC; 7.600 kW-AC; 19 Modules; 1 Inverter; Roof-Mounted; NO Structural; NO ESS. | $21,613 | [E1888360](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888360/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | install new fixtures | $80,000 | [PL1895505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895505/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | 200A Service Upgrade + Ev charger | $5,000 | [ELV1894535](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1894535/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [2 Newcastle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-newcastle-rd/) | 0.19 mi S | Alteration or repair | Mass Save INsulation | $6,159 | [SF1881483](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881483/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [79 Goodenough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-goodenough-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Roofing | replace roofing shingles | $10,000 | [SF1889242](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889242/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | front stair case drive way stairs case veneer | $25,380 | [SF1879412](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879412/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [39-47 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--47-brooks-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Wiring for new 2 head mini split condenser | $2,500 | [E1879278](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879278/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Roofing | Roof work. Replacing existing roofing materials and installing new shingles, underlayment, flashing, and associated roofing components. | $15,000 | [SF1874228](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874228/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | New building | New construction of a wood framed 2-1/2 story over basement, 2-family structure;e[Plans] Filed.(SF1857628-Removal of existing structure on lot) | $867,075 | [ERT1745326](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1745326/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [78-80 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78--80-brooks-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Deck Renovation: Install new railings; install new flooring; replace wooden posts where needed; replace rotten wood; dispose all trash. | $14,500 | [SF1868650](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868650/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Wire and install (2) recess lights with (1) switch, (1) bathroom fan with (1) switch, (1) vanity light with (1) switch, (1) GFCI receptacle on dedicated circuit. | $1,200 | [E1858828](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858828/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Wire and install (3) recess lights fire rated with (1) switch, (1) bathroom exhaust fan with (1) switch, (1) vanity light with (1) switch and (1) GFCI receptacle on dedicated circuit. | $1,200 | [E1858823](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858823/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [32-46 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32--46-brooks-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Sign | Tube frame sign mounted flush against brick wall using mortar anchors and bolts. Sign will be non illuminated with flat printed text on the face. | $1,374 | [ALT1821470](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1821470/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | Replace bath fixtures in 2 baths on 2nd floor | $7,500 | [PL1858376](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858376/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Demolition | Take Down of two family wood frame structureDig Safe#2026203414 | $24,500 | [SF1857628](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857628/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [39-47 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--47-brooks-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Add new 200A 240V three-phase overhead service entrance wiring & equipment | $9,000 | [E1857858](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857858/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | remodel existing bathroom on 1st floor | $22,600 | [SF1850713](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850713/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remodel existing bathroom on 2nd floor | $28,250 | [SF1850694](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850694/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [62 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-hobson-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 853247) ( Unit 1 ) | $5,000 | [SF1847795](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847795/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [62 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-hobson-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 1273893581) ( Unit 2) | $14,000 | [SF1847760](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847760/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [59 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-hobson-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | wiring for two mini splits and a wall heater | $3,050 | [E1819285](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1819285/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Installation of temporary electrical service for construction of new dwelling | $3,500 | [ETS1845079](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1845079/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

There are no zoning requests on file within ¼ mi. Boston's feed was last read Oct 16.

## More on this street

Other addresses on Cresthill Rd with permits, nearest house number first:

- [82-84 Cresthill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82--84-cresthill-rd/): newest permit Nov 21, 2025
- [58 Cresthill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-cresthill-rd/): newest permit Nov 25, 2025
- [91-93 Cresthill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/91--93-cresthill-rd/): newest permit Jan 9, 2025
- [98 Cresthill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98-cresthill-rd/): newest permit Aug 10, 2026
- [27-29 Cresthill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27--29-cresthill-rd/): newest permit Oct 17, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-16 02:37 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 16, 01:17 UTC.

Map, all 3 permits at this address and 55 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70--72-cresthill-rd/