# Building permits at 700 Summer St, Boston, MA

18 permits on record here. The newest, Dec 5, 2025: Installation of low voltage communications cables for new WIFI. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 21 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2025 | Electrical | installation of low voltage communications cables for new WIFI, gate control equip. cameras & fiber optic backbone | $100,000 | [ELV1803992](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1803992/) |
| Nov 24, 2025 | Electrical | Install new utiltiy pole near a hot box for income service | $2,000 | [E1799854](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1799854/) |
| Oct 7, 2025 | Electrical | Install new feeder to water hot box enclosure, the main feed comes from utility pole | $15,000 | [E1782998](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1782998/) |
| Jun 20, 2024 | Electrical | New underground electrical ductbanks to support upgrades to vehicle entry and exit area and expansion of container storage at Conley Terminal. Work to include new power feeds to two high mast light poles. | $572,000 | [E1616625](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1616625/) |
| Mar 9, 2023 | Electrical | install Light, conduit, receptacle and switch for Conley OCR shed | $20,000 | [E1444919](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1444919/) |
| Sep 20, 2022 | Other | Installing a 50x75 frame tent with walls for a Massport event. Installing on or about 09/28/22 and removing on or about 10/01/22. No alcohol is being served. | $11,000 | [SF1393465](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1393465/) |
| Sep 1, 2021 | Electrical | furnish and install new electrical ductbank include 1 main substation and high mast light also install 15Kv cable to feed the substation and build inspection area /building Demo existing Structure and old light poles | $3,640,000 | [E1225209](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1225209/) |
| Jun 17, 2021 | Fire systems | Integrate two-(2) metal pre-fab buildings into existing fire alarm system at Conley Freight Terminal. | $65,000 | [EFA1210137](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1210137/) |
| Mar 1, 2021 | Electrical | Rental of a portable, stand-alone generator to assist in keeping refrigerated containers cold at Massport's Conley Terminal.License person is attached along with all other paperwork. | $37,500 | [E1163232](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1163232/) |
| Jan 14, 2021 | Electrical | Temp generator power for film production. (And only temp generator power) set 1-28-21 set is conley terminal. | $500 | [ETS1155245](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1155245/) |
| Jan 7, 2021 | Electrical | Demo existing reefer substation and relocate existing feeder to new panels and install new ductbank @ Conley Bert 14-17 | $450,000 | [E1152212](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1152212/) |
| Aug 21, 2019 | Other | Erect a 30 x 30 frame tent on Sept. 5 to Sept. 6, 2019 at Conley Terminal. | $670 | [SF991308](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF991308/) |
| Aug 21, 2019 | Electrical | Installation of new utility substation and 15kV feeders to new cranes | $6,650,000 | [E988514](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E988514/) |
| Dec 27, 2018 | Electrical | WHARF CONSTRUCTION & BACKLAND CONSTRUCTION: Installation of electrical ductbanks to feed the future Cranes that will be installed at Berth 10 area including 3 Highmast light poles and Fiber | $1,230,000 | [E901009](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E901009/) |
| Oct 18, 2018 | Other | Erect a 30 x 30 frame tent on Oct. 29, 2018. 1 day event from 2pm-3pm. | $670 | [SF890044](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF890044/) |
| Mar 15, 2018 | Electrical | Provide underground power to new reefer container storage area of Conley Terminal. Work consist of underground duct banks from existing power source at ports, lights for two high mast poles, additional wireless access points in area, and installation of transformer. | $1,200,000 | [E809604](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E809604/) |
| Feb 14, 2018 | Electrical | Conley Terminal WI-FI and Lighting Improvement Project. MPA Project No. m542-C1. Install of new fiber optic backbone network to high mast light poles. Install of wireless access points on high mast light poles, gantry cranes, ship to shore cranes, and fixed buildings. Install of wireless head-contro | $1,059,000 | [E800408](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E800408/) |
| Nov 1, 2017 | Electrical | Site low voltage work for biometric readers as part of TWIC project for Massport. 5 biometric readers and 8 additional standard access control readers to support card access system at new truck terminal. | $24,000 | [ELV773488](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV773488/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 17 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | [11a Elkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11a-elkins-st/) | 700 ft SW | Electrical | Run 18 Cat 6 cables for computers, printers and wifi. | $6,000 | [ELV1901544](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1901544/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [60 K St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-k-st/) | 830 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Repair counterbalance fire escape at right side building; remove deteriorated cement & resecure bracket supports, plus install a custom structural steel plate for added support. Left side building fire escape, replace bracket support bolts & secure supports with new cement. Permit & file affidavit. | $4,475 | [SF1899108](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899108/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [803 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/803-summer-st/) | 370 ft S | Electrical | Install/wire low voltage 40 tel/data jacks on the 4 th floor | $19,000 | [ELV1897274](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1897274/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [803 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/803-summer-st/) | 370 ft S | Electrical | complete wiring for new office fit out | $50,000 | [E1894572](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894572/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [775 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/775-summer-st/) | 330 ft W | Electrical | Furnish and install replacement LED Fixtures and wire 3 warehouse fans | $60,000 | [E1891495](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891495/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [803 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/803-summer-st/) | 370 ft S | Alteration or repair | Replace carpeting, paint entire unit, frame and finish new offices. | $367,669 | [ALT1864205](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1864205/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [60 K St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-k-st/) | 830 ft SW | Plumbing | Powder room rough and finish 1 pantry sink | $6,500 | [PL1888708](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1888708/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [11a Elkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11a-elkins-st/) | 700 ft SW | Fire systems | Adding devices to an existing panel: five horn strobes 3 wall mounted strobes 1 smoke detector | $3,000 | [EFA1884059](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1884059/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [803 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/803-summer-st/) | 370 ft S | Fire systems | repositioning 7 fire alarm devices and adding one smoke detector | $1,200 | [EFA1883872](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1883872/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [11a Elkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11a-elkins-st/) | 700 ft SW | Electrical | rework wiring for receptacles and lighting in offices | $30,000 | [E1881906](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881906/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [60 K St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-k-st/) | 830 ft SW | Electrical | install lighting as per plans install conduit for receptacles | $14,000 | [E1881899](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881899/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [11a Elkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11a-elkins-st/) | 700 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Sub Divide existing Space and fit to meet new tenant needs. the 2nd half of the space will remain empty ocupancy still the same. | $127,814 | [ALT1862617](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1862617/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [60 K St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-k-st/) | 830 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove nonbearing partition, repair walls, paint, remodel existing kitchen, add new bathroom, and install new floor | $64,134 | [SF1871784](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871784/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [60 K St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-k-st/) | 830 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Clean and remove non load bearing interior partitions | $10,500 | [SF1868581](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868581/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [7 Elkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-elkins-st/) | 630 ft S | Alteration or repair | Integra must make minor modifications to the building interior: Demolition, remodeling and/or installation of walls, ceilings and floors including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, 26 replace sprinkle heads and general construction trades.eplan | $410,105 | [ALT1784416](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1784416/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [7 Elkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-elkins-st/) | 630 ft S | Electrical | Renovations to the 1st,& 4th floors consisting of electrical demo, temp lighting and new light fixtures and convenience power | $5,500 | [E1850864](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850864/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [7 Elkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-elkins-st/) | 630 ft S | Fire systems | Demolition of Architectural and Associated MEP systems excluding any Fire Protection. | $369,730 | [SF1840242](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1840242/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2026 | [722 E Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/722-e-second-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | install 55 sf of insulation and drywall for bathroom ceiling | $2,700 | [SF1864688](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864688/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [722 E Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/722-e-second-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Electrical | Replace wiring through area of unit that experienced water damage. | $800 | [E1860265](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860265/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [850-852 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/850--852-summer-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy of ground floor. Add 3453 sf of furniture showroom space (on left side) and 2662 sf "H &; R Block" office space (on right rear) to the existing 3100 sf Mystryde Fitness Center (on right front). Request that we pay the nominal fee.Construction sprinkler and fire alarm reviewed and is | $20,000 | [ALT1758237](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1758237/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [571-573 E First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/571--573-e-first-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | adding exterior wall packs on the side of the building, adding light up exist sign at bus entrance. Add light pole in the back of parking lot | $13,550 | [E1846339](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846339/) |

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No decision posted | Dec 4, 2025 | 850 to 852 Summer St | 0.24 mi S | To change occupancy of ground floor | [BOA1764003](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Concluded" | 2025-08-14 |

## More on this street

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

- [660 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/660-summer-st/): newest permit Sep 26, 2025
- [653 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/653-summer-st/): newest permit Aug 18, 2026
- [647 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/647-summer-st/): newest permit Dec 23, 2025
- [645 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/645-summer-st/): newest permit Oct 2, 2026
- [775 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/775-summer-st/): newest permit Aug 25, 2026
- [803 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/803-summer-st/): newest permit Sep 9, 2026
- [850-852 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/850--852-summer-st/): newest permit May 15, 2026
- [501 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/501-summer-st/): newest permit Nov 6, 2024
- [450 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/450-summer-st/): newest permit Dec 17, 2024
- [440-460 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/440--460-summer-st/): newest permit Jul 23, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 07:36 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 9, 06:47 UTC.

Map, all 18 permits at this address and 21 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/700-summer-st/