# Building permits at 79 Searle Rd, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $636,000 project at 26 Heron St, permitted Jul 29.

Five permits on record here. The newest, Jun 3: Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 30 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $3,000 | [SF1851398](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851398/) |
| Nov 7, 2023 | Fire systems | Wire for five (5) 120 volt smoke detectors and six (6) 120 volt smoke/carbon detectors | $1,378 | [EFA1543136](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1543136/) |
| Nov 7, 2023 | Electrical | Wire: 2nd floor - new master bed and bathroom, laundry, closet, main bathroom. 1st floor - family room, mudroom, deck. Basement - bedroom, workshop, sub panel | $13,560 | [E1543133](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1543133/) |
| Oct 16, 2023 | Plumbing | 2- Full baths and laundry on 2nd floor addition | $20,000 | [PL1535082](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1535082/) |
| Sep 21, 2012 | Electrical | install 12 light in baesment | $1,200 | [E185366](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E185366/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 23 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [45 Franclaire Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-franclaire-dr/) | 470 ft N | Plumbing | one [shower, lav, w/c laundry tray in basement | $5,000 | [PL1906768](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906768/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [14 Franclaire Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-franclaire-dr/) | 640 ft N | Electrical | need to upgrade the electrical service from 100A to 200A | $2,200 | [E1905186](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905186/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [85 Partridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-partridge-st/) | 360 ft S | Electrical | wiring two walls in basement nd first floor | $850 | [E1905377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905377/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [47 Alleyne St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-alleyne-st/) | 760 ft S | Plumbing | Install plumbing for 1.5 baths / kitchen. | $3,000 | [PL1889811](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1889811/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [5-7 Franclaire Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5--7-franclaire-dr/) | 620 ft N | Alteration or repair | Interior drill & plug buffer wall with cellulose | $2,000 | [SF1879074](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879074/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [29 Shaw St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-shaw-st/) | 710 ft NW | Plumbing | generator install | $2,500 | [G1878905](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1878905/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [26 Alleyne St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-alleyne-st/) | 640 ft SE | Roofing | Strip/Roof asphalt Shingles. EPDM on Flat roof | $15,000 | [SF1878742](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878742/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [41 Alleyne St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-alleyne-st/) | 690 ft S | Plumbing | Remodel Kitchen | $3,000 | [PL1880567](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1880567/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [41 Alleyne St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-alleyne-st/) | 690 ft S | Electrical | Kitchen renovation turn half bath into full bath adding new light and outlet. | $5,000 | [E1877067](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877067/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [15 Searle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-searle-rd/) | 700 ft NE | Solar | Install 17 460w solar panels on rooftop of home total 7.820kw dc system | $21,787 | [SF1872564](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872564/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [15 Searle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-searle-rd/) | 700 ft NE | Solar | Install 17 460w solar panels on rooftop of home 7.820kw dc | $7,500 | [E1872570](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872570/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [148 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148-lagrange-st/) | 840 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove 2 existing doors and replace with 2 new doors. No structural work | $20,513 | [SF1868874](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868874/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [24 Crockers Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-crockers-ln/) | 810 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and Replace (7) Windows and Front Door | $13,995 | [SF1867699](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867699/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [41 Alleyne St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-alleyne-st/) | 690 ft S | Alteration or repair | Kitchen renovation. Turn half bath to full bath. Reframe window/door. Flooring. Second level add washer/dryer outlet. | $35,000 | [SF1861096](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861096/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [90 Searle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-searle-rd/) | 280 ft S | Electrical | Upgrade electrical panel and service from 100 amps to 200 amps. | $3,500 | [E1868476](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868476/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [31 Partridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-partridge-st/) | 640 ft NE | Plumbing | Update brass water piping in basement to Pex tubing. Install Moen flow leak detection valve. | $5,000 | [PL1863828](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863828/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [5-7 Franclaire Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5--7-franclaire-dr/) | 620 ft N | Plumbing | new kitchen sink in same location | $2,500 | [PL1861672](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861672/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [5-7 Franclaire Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5--7-franclaire-dr/) | 620 ft N | Alteration or repair | basic kitchen remodel. demo old and install new cabinets, floor tiles, electrical fixtures, plaster, painting. | $11,800 | [SF1853122](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853122/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [12 Loyola Ci](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-loyola-ci/) | 700 ft NE | Electrical | Wire in new ductless mini split system | $950 | [E1857564](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857564/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [74 Maplewood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74-maplewood-st/) | 600 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $7,000 | [SF1843689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843689/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [31 Partridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-partridge-st/) | 640 ft NE | Electrical | Add a sub panel next to existing panel. Add receptacles on first and second floor (Total 5) | $3,650 | [E1855308](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855308/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [5-7 Franclaire Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5--7-franclaire-dr/) | 620 ft N | Electrical | Kitchen remodeling | $5,000 | [E1853242](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853242/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [45 Franclaire Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-franclaire-dr/) | 470 ft N | Plumbing | I will be remodeling my half bathroom and converting it to a full bath. I hired a plumber who will be applying for the plumbing permit. | $5,000 | [SF1848668](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848668/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 7 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | [19 Brier Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-brier-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 14 windows, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $16,176 | [SF1880424](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880424/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [4773-4775 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4773--4775-washington-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Roofing | Remove and replace 31 sq asphalt roof. | $24,055 | [SF1869801](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869801/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [26 Heron St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-heron-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | Installation of code compliant plumbing from underground, rough to finish for a total of 32 units | $636,000 | [PL1872625](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1872625/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [9 Larkhill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-larkhill-rd/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Remodel kitchen, install new kitchen cabinets and counter tops, remodel second floor bathroom, reinsulate walls, blueboard and plaster, ceramic tile, install new plumbing and lighting fixtures. | $25,000 | [SF1874584](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874584/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [4843 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4843-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Demolition and rebuilding of existing dormer according to plans provided. | $28,000 | [ALT1524952](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1524952/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [35 Tennyson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-tennyson-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Roofing | We are replacing and repairing the roof shingles | $7,800 | [SF1845724](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845724/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [4815 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4815-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | Upgrade service from 100 to 200 and add public meter | $5,000 | [E1845357](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845357/) |

## More on this street

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

- [89 Searle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-searle-rd/): newest permit Jan 15, 2025
- [90 Searle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-searle-rd/): newest permit Jul 2, 2026
- [50 Searle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-searle-rd/): newest permit Sep 9, 2025
- [34 Searle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-searle-rd/): newest permit Jan 8, 2025
- [15 Searle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-searle-rd/): newest permit Jul 22, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-08 01:38 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Map, all 5 permits at this address and 30 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-searle-rd/
