# Building permits at 78 Bellevue St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $465,000 alteration or repair at 2018-2020 Centre St, permitted Aug 17.

One permit on record here. The newest, Jul 21: Insulating and air sealing attic. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 47 more permits (45 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.21 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | Alteration or repair | insulating and air sealing attic, adding fiberglass to bring R value to R49. | $10,757 | [SF1871356](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871356/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | [96 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/96-bellevue-st/) | 180 ft SE | Electrical | Kitchen remodel. All existing romex wire. Two circuits added. | $5,000 | [E1903019](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903019/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [96 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/96-bellevue-st/) | 180 ft SE | Plumbing | plumbing for kitchen remodel | $1,000 | [PL1900429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1900429/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [96 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/96-bellevue-st/) | 180 ft SE | Alteration or repair | remodel kitchen including electric, plumbing, carpentry and flooring | $46,500 | [SF1897738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897738/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 19 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [19 Rutledge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-rutledge-st/) | 310 ft N | Electrical | Meter replacement as part of Eversource's AMI project | $1,500 | [E1904515](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904515/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [348 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/348-lagrange-st/) | 980 ft SW | Plumbing | Gas leak | $200 | [G1901757](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901757/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [2018-2020 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2018--2020-centre-st/) | 870 ft W | Plumbing | Installation of new exam room sinks during renovation. | $14,700 | [PL1903382](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903382/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [2018-2020 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2018--2020-centre-st/) | 870 ft W | Electrical | Install wiring for new office layout | $7,500 | [E1903368](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903368/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [16 Sturges Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-sturges-rd/) | 380 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Air sealing and insulation through the Mass Save program | $3,634 | [SF1889225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889225/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [52 Wren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-wren-st/) | 830 ft E | Electrical | Install wiring to whole house renovation including new 200 amp service, HVAC, and smokes. | $24,000 | [E1896081](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896081/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [16 Sturges Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-sturges-rd/) | 380 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and five mini split heads | $23,398 | [SF1887799](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887799/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [14 Landseer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-landseer-st/) | 680 ft S | Plumbing | gas piping to install (1) furnace to replace existing | $3,500 | [G1895880](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1895880/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [26-30 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26--30-bellevue-st/) | 660 ft NW | Plumbing | Remove/replace oil-fired steam boiler w/ new Weil-McLain 88-10R, Carlin 1050FFD burner, (2) 15 GPM tankless heaters, mixing valve, feed unit, controls, new pad, steel header, piping, breaching. Startup/commission. Serves heat/DHW to residential building. | $115,000 | [PL1895800](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895800/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [52 Wren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-wren-st/) | 830 ft E | Electrical | wiring outlets and lights in 2 bedrooms | $1,800 | [E1896617](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896617/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [26-28 Quinn Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26--28-quinn-wy/) | 610 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Replace 8 existing windows with 8 new Harvey Windows | $4,600 | [SF1890970](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890970/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [16 Sturges Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-sturges-rd/) | 380 ft SW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and five mini split heads | $7,799 | [E1887842](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887842/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [2018-2020 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2018--2020-centre-st/) | 870 ft W | Alteration or repair | The scope of work consists of renovations and conversions to the existing spaces including offices, exam rooms, labs, admin areas, staff rooms, and employee break rooms as well as the addition of a new exterior accessory employee door and stair. | $465,000 | [ALT1848031](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1848031/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [52 Wren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-wren-st/) | 830 ft E | Alteration or repair | Interior alteration to include updated kitchen, stair location and 3rd floor layout changes and create new bathroom | $242,986 | [ALT1868525](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1868525/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [128 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128-bellevue-st/) | 600 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Application to install 10' x 12' Gorilla Elite shed behind garage. Setbacks are 6'3" from both garage and property line. Thank you. | $5,700 | [ALT1867974](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1867974/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [26-28 Quinn Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26--28-quinn-wy/) | 610 ft NW | Roofing | Remove existing Asphalt shingles and Install a new system of Asphalt shingles and gutters system | $9,913 | [SF1844827](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844827/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [366 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/366-lagrange-st/) | 980 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Pending ALT1839408 Occupancy Committee.Remove 1 existing door and replace with 1 new door. No structural work | $2,004 | [SF1838410](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1838410/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [54 Sturges Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-sturges-rd/) | 830 ft SW | Alteration or repair | insulating the walls with cellulose also insulating the kneewall with 6" fiberglass and 2" rigid board r-max we are also insulating the attic with air seal and 15" of cellulose | $13,161 | [SF1845055](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845055/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [6 Quinn Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-quinn-wy/) | 680 ft W | Addition | Remodel kitchen and bath | $4,000 | [E1845764](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845764/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 25 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [2 Hastings St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-hastings-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Basement steam boiler. | $1,000 | [PL1905109](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905109/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [2 Hastings St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-hastings-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Basement steam boiler | $7,000 | [G1905124](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1905124/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [2041-2051 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2041--2051-centre-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Sign | replace existing 4'x8' aluminum composite sign for new business | $350 | [ALT1880536](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1880536/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [17 Oriole St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-oriole-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Roofing | Replace the asphalt roof on home. | $20,200 | [SF1905742](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905742/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [6 Boxford Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-boxford-te/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Wiring replacement for a gas boiler. This is a straight equipment replacement. | $500 | [E1903377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903377/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [57 Stratford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-stratford-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation including removal of the existing bathtub and installation of a new shower system. | $10,000 | [SF1899442](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899442/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [17 Oriole St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-oriole-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Plumbing | replace water heater | $500 | [PL1902056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1902056/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [17 Oriole St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-oriole-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Plumbing | replace water heater | $500 | [G1902052](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902052/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [65r Wren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65r-wren-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | New building | Replace existing two car garage with larger garage with office space above.;Fire rated between garage and second floor including both entrance doors leading into the garage to be verified in the field by ward inspector.;Not to be used as an apartment.; Demolitions SF1828941eplan-- BOA decision valid | $213,200 | [ERT1587251](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1587251/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [65 Wren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-wren-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Demolition | Demolish existing detached 2 car garage.;Dig Safe#20263212514 | $1,000 | [SF1828941](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1828941/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [295 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295-lagrange-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | Replacement of Bath Fixtures | $1,500 | [PL1880858](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1880858/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [129-131 Clement Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/129--131-clement-av/) | 0.19 mi N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-877744, 876881) ( Unit-129, 131 ) | $9,000 | [SF1871735](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871735/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [295 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295-lagrange-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | Replacement of Kitchen Fixtures | $2,500 | [PL1875723](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1875723/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [295 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295-lagrange-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | Replacement of Cook Stove | $700 | [G1875729](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1875729/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [295 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295-lagrange-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Kitchen renovation electrical: new counter circuits, island outlets, appliance hookups, recessed and pendant lighting, undercabinet LED, disconnect/relocate circuits, AFCI updates, plus added living/dining/bath/entry lighting and switching. | $12,500 | [E1875952](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875952/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [295 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295-lagrange-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Kitchen renovation, we will gut to the studs and install new plumbing, electrical, insulation, window and door. New board and plaster, hardwoods, carpentry and cabinet install. New appliances installed and painting. We will remove all construction debris via dumpster. | $31,325 | [SF1871797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871797/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [160 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-bellevue-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Plumbing | Install 2nd meter for irrigation. Install 3/4" watts 800m4-qt backflow device for irragation @ exterior of home. | $2,500 | [PL1870567](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1870567/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1931 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1931-centre-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Install (17) recessed parabolic "A" light fixtures 2x4, (1) "X" exit sign and (12) receptacles | $10,000 | [E1870267](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870267/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [110 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-park-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | In conjunction with ALT1391560, 110 Park St Condo has existing curb cut &; driveway for access to its 11 parking spaces; 110 Park Condo entered into easement w 120 Park St owner to share combined driveway area (see photo) and allow 120 Park St to use existing driveway for access to proposed parking  | Not listed | [U491537562](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/U491537562/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [384-390 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/384--390-lagrange-st/) | 0.19 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy to include body art in the hair salon [ePlans] | $1,000 | [ALT1798874](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1798874/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [1910-1920 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1910--1920-centre-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Replacing tbox in basement and bringing this up to code | $1,000 | [E1853228](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853228/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [1931 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1931-centre-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of an existing CVS pharmacy (1921 Centre St W Roxbury). Pharmacy/RX waiting area expansion. (approx 300sq ft) Minor modifications to mechanical, electrical and plumbing per plans. Scope to include Sprinkler modifications as needed. No FA work. | $226,020 | [ALT1836232](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1836232/) |
| May 25, 2026 | [1910-1920 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1910--1920-centre-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Tenant fit in for Stretch Med Franchise including: Build a steel frame wall for a office, install vinyl plank, install new tile in the bathroom, install new lighting, paint. | $64,300 | [SF1844382](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844382/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [120 Landseer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-landseer-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | new rough and finish plumbing forlaundry, laundry sink, lav and toilet | $5,000 | [PL1851510](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1851510/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [120 Landseer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-landseer-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | test existing gas line, install new modine heater | $1,500 | [G1851511](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1851511/) |

## 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 5, 2026 | 384 to 390 Lagrange St | 1,000 ft SW | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1812434](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-01-15 |

## More on this street

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

- [72 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72-bellevue-st/): newest permit Apr 9, 2025
- [66 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-bellevue-st/): newest permit Jun 25, 2025
- [91 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/91-bellevue-st/): newest permit Jun 4, 2025
- [96 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/96-bellevue-st/): newest permit Sep 24, 2026
- [60 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-bellevue-st/): newest permit Apr 13, 2026
- [56 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-bellevue-st/): newest permit Nov 26, 2025
- [102 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102-bellevue-st/): newest permit Jan 15, 2025
- [102-104 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102--104-bellevue-st/): newest permit Mar 20, 2026
- [52 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-bellevue-st/): newest permit Mar 3, 2026
- [51 Bellevue St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-bellevue-st/): newest permit Dec 9, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-17 11:52 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 17, 09:47 UTC.

Map, the one permit at this address and 47 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-bellevue-st/