# Building permits at 71 Allston St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $88M new building at 1266-1270 Commonwealth Av, permitted May 26.

One permit on record here. The newest, Sep 18: Removing kitchen cabinets. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 62 more permits (60 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.24 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Removing kitchen cabinets | $2,200 | [SF1901598](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901598/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 5 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2026 | [17r Griggs Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17r-griggs-pl/) | 190 ft N | Electrical | Bathroom remodel including installation of new receptacles, lighting, exaust fan, switches, and wiring | $2,500 | [E1864734](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864734/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [17r Griggs Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17r-griggs-pl/) | 190 ft N | Plumbing | Bathroom remodel | $3,500 | [PL1863188](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863188/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [17r Griggs Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17r-griggs-pl/) | 190 ft N | Alteration or repair | Renovate second floor bathroom | $32,600 | [SF1853711](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853711/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [85 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-allston-st/) | 100 ft S | Electrical | Installation of underground for Boston Public Works Dept. lighting system. | $37,584 | [E1851653](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1851653/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [4-6 Greylock Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4--6-greylock-rd/) | 210 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Installation of five (5) battery units, each with a capacity of 5 kWh, for a total ESS capacity of 25 kWh. The system will utilize Enphase IQ 5P batteries, to be mounted on the exterior western wall of the building. The solar photovoltaic system was previously installed under permit SF1819352. | $15,000 | [ALT1819344](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1819344/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 25 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [5 Cambridge Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-cambridge-te/) | 960 ft NW | Plumbing | Renovation, basement 1 full bath. | $3,500 | [PL1906851](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906851/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [125 Glenville Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-glenville-av/) | 690 ft S | Plumbing | re-pipe the exhaust and air intake for a gas furnace. replace gas flexible tubing to a black pipe. 80,000 Btu's | $2,500 | [G1903118](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903118/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [1375 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1375-commonwealth-av/) | 900 ft S | Electrical | 1375 - 1377: Wire for rear balcony lighting, total 12 locations, controlled by photo eyes | $5,000 | [E1905141](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905141/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [5 Cambridge Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-cambridge-te/) | 960 ft NW | Electrical | installing light and outlet up to code for a finsih basement with one playroom, one office, one bathroom and one mechanical room | $8,500 | [E1903945](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903945/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [12 Adella Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-adella-pl/) | 490 ft N | Alteration or repair | Install 18 jarvey replacement windows. Energy staar, inserts only with no structural work | $15,850 | [SF1899439](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899439/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [69 Quint Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-quint-av/) | 730 ft E | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $200 | [G1899362](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899362/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [3 Islington Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-islington-te/) | 660 ft N | Alteration or repair | pouring a concrete slab in the basemant and replacing 3 windows | $3,200 | [SF1896156](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896156/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [5 Cambridge Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-cambridge-te/) | 960 ft NW | Alteration or repair | basement renovation as follows Building playroom, office, storage and bathroom This basement belongs to unit one | $50,000 | [ALT1883143](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1883143/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [117-119 Glenville Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/117--119-glenville-av/) | 700 ft S | Alteration or repair | Replace Vinyl Flooring. Repair damaged/broken drywall and Paintings. Replace windows, existing opening. Replace interior doors, existing opening. Install new Cabinets and countertops. All work Non-Structural. | $25,000 | [SF1888718](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888718/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [5 Islington Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-islington-te/) | 700 ft N | Alteration or repair | Installation of new vinyl siding | $25,800 | [SF1888561](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888561/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [1391 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1391-commonwealth-av/) | 870 ft SW | Plumbing | replace existing tub/shower valve and drain with new shower valve and drain | $1,895 | [PL1884070](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1884070/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [35 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-allston-st/) | 470 ft NE | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of two condensers and five mini split heads. Service upgrade 100A > 200A to maintain amperage, UA#27386943 | $27,585 | [SF1869971](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869971/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [35 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-allston-st/) | 470 ft NE | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of two condensers and five mini split heads. Service upgrade 100A > 200A to maintain amperage, UA#27386943 | $9,195 | [E1869439](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869439/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [10 Imrie Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-imrie-rd/) | 810 ft NW | Electrical | EV charger | $2,270 | [E1836348](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1836348/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [217a-229 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/217a--229-brighton-av/) | 990 ft N | Sign | NAPA Auto Parts Signage - Re-face existing wedge shaped door sign on south elevation (fronting Brighton Ave); Install (1) internally illuminated sign cabinet to west elevation (fronting Craftsman St); Install (1) set of face-lit channel letters to east elevation [eFile] | $8,769 | [ALT1868068](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1868068/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [1315 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1315-commonwealth-av/) | 890 ft S | Plumbing | swapping out existing DHW boiler that is leaking | $8,000 | [PL1868102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868102/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [14 Park Vale Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-park-vale-av/) | 880 ft E | Electrical | replace federal pacific panel with a circuit breaker type | $1,200 | [E1870018](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870018/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [180-190a Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180--190a-brighton-av/) | 990 ft NE | Plumbing | Connection of new Combi Oven in Saloniki Greek Restaurant Space | $8,000 | [PL1866968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1866968/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [180-190a Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180--190a-brighton-av/) | 990 ft NE | Plumbing | Connection of new Combi oven in Saloniki Greek Restaurant space | $7,000 | [G1866972](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1866972/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [180-190a Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180--190a-brighton-av/) | 990 ft NE | Sign | Installation of (1) illuminated wall sign to read "Saloniki Greek" and (1) illuminated blade sign to read "Saloniki Greek" | $11,765 | [ALT1864806](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1864806/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [1399 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1399-commonwealth-av/) | 880 ft SW | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in common area laundry room. | $400 | [G1861123](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1861123/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [1395 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1395-commonwealth-av/) | 880 ft SW | Plumbing | replace existing tub/shower valve and drain with new shower valve and drain | $1,895 | [PL1852036](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1852036/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [48-52 Glenville Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48--52-glenville-av/) | 810 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Restoration of existing metal railings and balcony platforms. Removal of all loose balcony surfaces and applying new. Applying of waterproofing Tremco application on all balcony surfaces. Painting of all metal railings and balcony platforms. | $288,535 | [SF1848330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848330/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [180-190a Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180--190a-brighton-av/) | 990 ft NE | Sign | replace the existing wall sign with a new Metro by Tmobile set of channel letters | $3,400 | [ALT1844981](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1844981/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [20 Radcliffe Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-radcliffe-rd/) | 380 ft E | Plumbing | Kitchen sink replacement | $1,000 | [PL1846265](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846265/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [157-171 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/157--171-brighton-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | Mayor's office event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1906310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1906310/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [178 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/178-brighton-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | bathroom reno, replace a shower valve a toilet a dishwasher and a kitchen sink | $3,000 | [PL1901975](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901975/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | New 200 unit apartment building with parking under | $7,000,000 | [E1901669](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901669/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [13 Clevemont Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-clevemont-av/) | 0.24 mi N | Fire systems | Installation of low voltage fire alarm system | $7,000 | [EFA1901016](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1901016/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [501 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/501-cambridge-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | Installing (10) cameras at Blank Street Coffee....added workers comp form. | $2,700 | [ELV1901319](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1901319/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [164-174 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/164--174-brighton-av/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Replaced a bad panel | $2,000 | [E1901449](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901449/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [501 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/501-cambridge-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | Run necessary speaker cable for (5) ceiling speakers | $1,000 | [ELV1899704](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1899704/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [501 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/501-cambridge-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Plumbing | Gas piping to new hot water heater 100,000 BTU's & existing furnaces 258,000 BTU's | $5,000 | [G1897310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897310/) |
| Sep 6, 2026 | [178 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/178-brighton-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Kitchen renovation and bathroom renovation. | $9,200 | [E1894968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894968/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | Temp electrical service for construction | $2,500 | [ETS1894566](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1894566/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [533 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/533-cambridge-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Bond the Csst Gas piping | $3,000 | [E1895044](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895044/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [13 Clevemont Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-clevemont-av/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | 4 Family home new construction | $35,000 | [E1885777](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1885777/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [178 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/178-brighton-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Moving Non structural wall 18". ADD LVLs to support roof structure above and add headers, Extending lower dropped ceiling to expand kitchen remodel. All sink oven and dishwasher remain in same locations | $39,644 | [ALT1840668](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1840668/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [1267-1269 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1267--1269-commonwealth-av/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | upgrade electrical panelboard | $1,800 | [E1889651](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889651/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [477-489 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/477--489-cambridge-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Fire systems | Commercial hood with fire suppression installed in Unit 483 from; Coffee shop to; take out restaurant; -; 477–489 Cambridge St. All cooking equipment (grill, fryer, stove) will be electric. No gas. Installation supervised by licensed electrician. Plans and diagrams attached | $30,000 | [ALT1830110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1830110/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [10 Scottfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-scottfield-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Replace old FPE circuit breaker panel with new 20 circuit panel | $1,700 | [E1883028](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1883028/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [1251 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1251-commonwealth-av/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Install 20, 4 inch recessed lights | $1,100 | [E1882063](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882063/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Demolition | Demolition of existing 1 story (with Basement) and removal of demo debris. | $119,697 | [SF1847021](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847021/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [83 Gordon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/83-gordon-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing | Re-pipe gas line from meter set to stove in kitchen in APT 8 | $200 | [G1858570](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1858570/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [501 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/501-cambridge-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Plumbing | Plumbing piping and fixtures at Blank St Coffee | $69,500 | [PL1862711](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862711/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [170 Kelton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/170-kelton-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | Install gas stove unit #5 | $1,000 | [G1862323](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1862323/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [1435 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1435-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in common area laundry room. | $400 | [G1861124](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1861124/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1284 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1284-commonwealth-av/) | 0.22 mi SE | Other | install new rubber roof | $65,000 | [SF1857651](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857651/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1423 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1423-commonwealth-av/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | UNIT 101 - Convert basement bathtub to shower and replace toilet and valve. | $6,000 | [PL1856381](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1856381/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [91 Gordon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/91-gordon-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Replacing 2 Windows and 2 Doors Installing 1 New Door | $7,450 | [SF1857225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857225/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [1423 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1423-commonwealth-av/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | UNIT 101 - Demo drywall in basement unit's bathtub and replace with new shower. Replace existing toilet with new toilet. Inspection for fire stopping and/or insulation. | $15,000 | [SF1856371](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856371/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | New building | Construction of a new, up to 6-story building containing approximately 206 multi-family dwelling units, approximately 2,100 square feet of ground floor retail, residential amenities, and approximately;68;72 at-grade structured vehicle parking spaces.;Demolition of existing structure under SF1847021L | $88,434,555 | [ERT1525501](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1525501/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [501 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/501-cambridge-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | Blank Street Coffee - New tenant fit out installing new lighting, wiring, and breakers to accommodate new tenant. | $39,200 | [E1851147](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1851147/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [501 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/501-cambridge-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | New 400 Amp Service | $5,000 | [E1850912](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850912/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [84 Gordon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-gordon-st/) | 0.19 mi SW | Electrical | Bedroom and kitchen remodel, replace old electric panel for new. Install a 20 amps for bathroom. Replace old Knobs tube. On unit 205 | $7,000 | [E1848288](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848288/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [84 Gordon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-gordon-st/) | 0.19 mi SW | Plumbing | Kitchen remodeling | $2,000 | [PL1845968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845968/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [84 Gordon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-gordon-st/) | 0.19 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Kitchen remodeling, bedroom remodeling, replace new electrical panel in Unit 205 | $41,697 | [SF1844646](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844646/) |

## 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 | Jul 23, 2026 | 16 High Rock Wy | 710 ft W | Zoning appeal: "Kitchen addition Front vestibule addition…" | [BOA1851194](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-05-19 |

## More on this street

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

- [68-70 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68--70-allston-st/): newest permit Oct 10, 2025
- [85 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-allston-st/): newest permit Jun 1, 2026
- [51-53 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51--53-allston-st/): newest permit Apr 15, 2026
- [45 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-allston-st/): newest permit Aug 14, 2025
- [44 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-allston-st/): newest permit May 2, 2025
- [38 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-allston-st/): newest permit Oct 18, 2024
- [105 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/105-allston-st/): newest permit Mar 16, 2026
- [37 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-allston-st/): newest permit Oct 7, 2026
- [35 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-allston-st/): newest permit Jul 28, 2026
- [26 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-allston-st/): newest permit Apr 3, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-11 20:24 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 11, 17:17 UTC.

Map, the one permit at this address and 62 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-allston-st/