# Building permits at 76 Sanborn Av, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $400,000 alteration or repair at 55 Perham St, permitted Jun 5.

10 permits on record here. The newest, Nov 4, 2025: Rewire the single family home. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 55 more permits (54 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 2025 | Electrical | rewire the single family home | $20,000 | [E1788591](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1788591/) |
| Sep 3, 2025 | Roofing | Strip and re-side 21 square of vinyl siding and strip and re-roof 13 square of asphalt shingles no structral changes | $56,300 | [SF1771032](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1771032/) |
| Aug 27, 2025 | Plumbing | kitchen and bath renovation | $6,000 | [PL1765911](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1765911/) |
| Aug 21, 2025 | Plumbing | Bathroom and kitchen renovation | $6,000 | [G1765917](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1765917/) |
| Aug 5, 2025 | Addition | We are making a nominal fee request to go to the Board of Appeals for this 2-Story Addition. Dining Room extension/powder room on 1st floor, Primary bathroom/closet + laundry room on 2nd floor. [Update 7.24.2024: Estimated cost uses $350/SF x 343 additional SF + 61 altered SF = $141,400] | $141,400 | [ALT1622841](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1622841/) |
| May 20, 2025 | Alteration or repair | *At Risk,* working to rough inspections pending issuance of ALT1622841 approved by the ZBA on 5/6/2025 No Proviso. | $510,000 | [SF1721505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1721505/) |
| Sep 16, 2015 | Plumbing | Replace dishwasher | Not listed | [PL519639](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL519639/) |
| Sep 16, 2015 | Plumbing | Replace cook stove | Not listed | [G519638](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G519638/) |
| Apr 22, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Remove decking &; railings from existing deck. Add 7' x 10' bump out along back of house. Install new composite decking &; guardrail system. per plan | $20,000 | [ALT345653](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT345653/) |
| Sep 25, 2012 | Electrical | Install a dedicated circuit and a GFCI receptacle in the attic | $850 | [E185144](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E185144/) |

## 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), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | [45 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-chesbrough-rd/) | 170 ft SW | Roofing | Remove existing wood shingles siding, Install new James Hardie shingles siding | $40,000 | [SF1900435](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900435/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [45 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-chesbrough-rd/) | 170 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Insulate the attic | $3,116 | [SF1880394](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880394/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [78 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-sanborn-av/) | 50 ft NW | Plumbing | water heater | $650 | [PL1882869](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882869/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [78 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-sanborn-av/) | 50 ft NW | Plumbing | water heater | $650 | [G1882867](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1882867/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 32 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [26 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-chesbrough-rd/) | 530 ft S | Plumbing | Reconnection of gas to (1) furnace replacement. | $500 | [G1904904](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904904/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [40 Ivory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-ivory-st/) | 1,000 ft SE | Roofing | Strip and replace shingle roof. | $17,500 | [SF1899454](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899454/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [9 Tarleton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-tarleton-rd/) | 990 ft SE | Roofing | Remove & repalce roof | $15,800 | [SF1901852](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901852/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [377 Baker St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/377-baker-st/) | 920 ft NW | Electrical | rewire dwelling | $15,000 | [E1902760](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902760/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [69 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-perham-st/) | 740 ft E | Roofing | Remove old shingles and install new architectural shingles | $24,800 | [SF1901616](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901616/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [50 Dow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-dow-rd/) | 750 ft W | Electrical | Replace/ add circuits for outlets, switches dishwasher and light fixtures in kitchen. | $5,000 | [E1900363](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900363/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [50 Dow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-dow-rd/) | 750 ft W | Plumbing | reconnecting kitchen sink in single-family dwelling | $500 | [PL1900208](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1900208/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [50 Dow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-dow-rd/) | 750 ft W | Plumbing | Connecting gas stove in single-family dwelling | $500 | [G1900211](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1900211/) |
| Sep 12, 2026 | [50 Dow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-dow-rd/) | 750 ft W | Alteration or repair | Kitchen Renovation | $16,000 | [SF1890578](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890578/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [7 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-chesbrough-rd/) | 860 ft SE | Alteration or repair | To remove and replace 1 entry door. Like for like; no structural alterations. | $8,616 | [SF1895004](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895004/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [59 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sherbrook-st/) | 660 ft N | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of a Mitsubishi 12,000 BTU wall mounted ductless unit. Installation of a Mitsubishi 6,000 BTU wall-mounted ductless unit. | $6,897 | [SF1880094](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880094/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [28 Dow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-dow-rd/) | 550 ft W | Alteration or repair | Insulating two attics with blown in cellulose | $7,122 | [SF1890212](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890212/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [59 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-chesbrough-rd/) | 380 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Renovate existing kitchen 1st floor No Structural Work | $83,003 | [SF1881561](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881561/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [105 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/105-sanborn-av/) | 410 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 entry door; like for like size; no structural changes | $9,416 | [SF1877945](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877945/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/) | 840 ft E | Plumbing | plumbing fixtures from first and second floors. Kitchen, bathroom, laundry, new heating system | $10,000 | [PL1886897](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1886897/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/) | 840 ft E | Plumbing | gas connections for dryer, oven, and combination boiler | Not listed | [G1886911](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886911/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [92 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/92-perham-st/) | 560 ft NE | Roofing | Remove & Replace entire roof | $19,520 | [SF1877734](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877734/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [44 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-sanborn-av/) | 590 ft SE | Roofing | strip roof shingles and re-roof per manufacturers specs - replace 1 gutter - NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES | $30,300 | [SF1878846](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878846/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/) | 840 ft E | Electrical | Rewiring all 3 floors include the basement per code, installed 35 recess lights, 3 bathrooms new electrical for laundry and outlets per code, new kitchen per code | $41,000 | [E1882546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882546/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [59 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sherbrook-st/) | 660 ft N | Electrical | Installation of a new high voltage electrical for (1) system. Includes: - New disconnect with surge protector built-in - New GFCI - New dedicated circuit - New wiring for the HVAC system | $1,050 | [E1880095](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880095/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [20-22 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20--22-sanborn-av/) | 740 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Install new siding and replace windows. | $150,000 | [SF1870076](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870076/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [144-146 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/144--146-temple-st/) | 350 ft E | Alteration or repair | Deck work New footings 12"x48" sonatube 2'x10' frame in PT frame and 2'x12' stringers Ledger board to attach to the home and flashing Railing balusters 2x2 pressure treated with 5/4' by 6' railing top Lattice on driveway side only, opposite side Work to be done at 144 Temple St. | $10,000 | [SF1877875](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877875/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [53 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/53-chesbrough-rd/) | 290 ft W | Roofing | Remove and Replace Existing Asphalt Shingle Roof, Install New 4" Broan Bathroom Exhaust Vent, Install New 8" Broan Kitchen Vent, Replace all Pipe Flashing, Install New Baffled Ridge Vent, Remove Existing Chimney Flashing and Replace. | $17,361 | [SF1875342](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875342/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [183 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/183-temple-st/) | 480 ft N | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1875253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1875253/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [146 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/146-temple-st/) | 340 ft E | Electrical | Replace 200 amp main breaker panel. install all new breakers. install whole home surge protection. Update electric range circuit. update electric dryer circuit. | $4,000 | [E1875333](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875333/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [228 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/228-temple-st/) | 890 ft NW | Electrical | New 200 amp service panel is getting upgraded. Installing a 200 amp meter main on the outside of the building Coming up through the roof and the point of attachment is staying the same Installing new ground rods and new water ground | $10,000 | [E1860314](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860314/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/) | 840 ft E | Alteration or repair | Gut kitchen renovation, build new ensuite bathroom and laundry room on 2nd floor, new storage closets and utility closet in 3rd floor, remove chimney from roof line thru basement. New heating and cooling system will be installed. | $400,000 | [SF1857200](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857200/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [123 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/123-sanborn-av/) | 760 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Replacement of existing exterior siding with Hardie Plank cement siding. | $20,000 | [SF1851665](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851665/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [59 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sanborn-av/) | 400 ft SE | Roofing | Strip and Re-roof with new Asphalt shingles | $11,000 | [SF1849208](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849208/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [10 Amesbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-amesbury-st/) | 970 ft W | Roofing | Insulation Removal Walls - Wood Shingle - 4in Dense Pack Cellulose Walls - Wood Shingle - 4in Dense Pack Cellulose Walls - Wood Shingle - 4in Dense Pack Cellulose Walls - Wood Shingle - 4in Dense Pack Cellulose Kneewall Slope - 2in Thermal Barrier Polyiso Kneewall Gable Wall - 2in Thermal Barrier Po | $6,316 | [SF1842404](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1842404/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [34 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-chesbrough-rd/) | 360 ft S | Alteration or repair | Construct a 12x16 shed in rear yard | $10,000 | [ALT1839731](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1839731/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [216 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/216-temple-st/) | 790 ft N | Alteration or repair | Replace existing siding and roofing and some interior works | $50,000 | [SF1850859](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850859/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 19 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 0.23 mi NE | Roofing | Removal of slate roof and chimney | $5,000 | [SF1906722](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906722/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [14 Welton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-welton-rd/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | Replace 25' of 1" gas pipe and coupling | $500 | [G1904954](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904954/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [131 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-dent-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | * Open the necessary sections of the basement ceiling to access the existing piping. * Remove and replace the sewer branch line serving the second-floor restroom, beginning at the basement ceiling. * Replace the accessible main sewer piping through the basement, continuing to just before the foundat | $8,000 | [PL1901297](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901297/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 0.23 mi NE | Demolition | Removing siding and windows. | $5,000 | [SF1900234](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900234/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [69 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-dent-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 1 window, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $1,647 | [SF1887762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887762/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [14 Thurlow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-thurlow-st/) | 0.25 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-877984) | $2,000 | [SF1878206](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878206/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Full Demo, Rough & Finish Wiring of Single-Family House Renovation Including all Utilities. 200amp Overhead Service | $25,000 | [E1883149](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1883149/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [8 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Interior non-structural demolition of existing finishes. Scope includes removal of non-load-bearing walls, flooring, ceilings, and cabinets. No structural elements or load-bearing walls will be changed or removed. | $5,000 | [SF1881733](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881733/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [19 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-sherbrook-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Replace Existing Deck. No change to dimensions. | $25,000 | [SF1862124](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862124/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [18 Pender St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-pender-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | remove old deck and stairs build new deck and stairs | $7,500 | [ALT1871976](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1871976/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [15 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-sherbrook-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | Updating the Existing Solar Mods and Inverter Old - 16 Trina 245PA05 Inverter PVI 3.6-OUTD New - 16 Trina 275PD05.05 (1) Delta E4_BDI // RPI402EBDI0T2-E. Apsmart rsd-s-plc | $5,000 | [E1850211](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850211/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [1190 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1190-vfw-pw/) | 0.23 mi W | Roofing | - Install Duro-Last slip sheet over existing roofing. - Install 50-mil Duro-Last single-ply membrane roofing system which will be mechanically attached according to manufacturer's specifications. | $100,000 | [SF1858219](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858219/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [11 Ivory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-ivory-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Plumbing | Remodel existing 2nd fl bath | $7,500 | [PL1861484](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861484/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [11 Ivory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-ivory-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | 2nd floor bath | $1,200 | [E1860505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860505/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [14 Welton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-welton-rd/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Remove and install bathroom fixture | $300 | [E1858492](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858492/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [14 Welton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-welton-rd/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | 1st Fl. replace fixtures 2 fl replace fixtures | $1,000 | [PL1856196](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1856196/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [14 Welton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-welton-rd/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | Gas stove on first and second | $1,000 | [G1856197](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1856197/) |
| May 23, 2026 | [57 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-dent-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Solar | Replacement of 20 Vynil Windows with Marvin Replacement windows with specs: Performance Information U-Factor: 0.3 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient: 0.33 Visible Light Transmittance: 0.57 Condensation Resistance: 57 CPD Number: MAR-N-332-00368-00001 | $30,200 | [SF1846764](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846764/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [1208b Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1208b-vfw-pw/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Revamp electrical power for new partition wall, Outlets and wall controls Check layout for existing kitchen counter top | $1,285 | [E1847050](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847050/) |

## 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 | May 6, 2025 | At this address |  | Zoning appeal: "We are making a nominal fee request to go to the Board of Appeals for this 2-Story Addition" | [BOA1679758](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2024-12-21 |
| Requested |  | 8 Virgil Rd | 0.23 mi NE | To renovate existing single-family dwelling; remove and rebuild roof to add 750 sq. ft. of third-floor… | [BOA1904426](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-25 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Sanborn Av with permits, nearest house number first:

- [78 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-sanborn-av/): newest permit Aug 5, 2026
- [67 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-sanborn-av/): newest permit Jan 22, 2025
- [60 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-sanborn-av/): newest permit Oct 16, 2024
- [59 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sanborn-av/): newest permit May 29, 2026
- [105 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/105-sanborn-av/): newest permit Aug 13, 2026
- [106 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-sanborn-av/): newest permit Jan 13, 2026
- [44 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-sanborn-av/): newest permit Aug 7, 2026
- [112 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/112-sanborn-av/): newest permit Oct 30, 2024
- [37 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-sanborn-av/): newest permit Nov 13, 2024
- [120 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-sanborn-av/): newest permit Dec 16, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-12 12:33 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, 06:17 UTC.

Map, all 10 permits at this address and 55 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-sanborn-av/