# Building permits at 8-10 Williams St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $14M new building at 402 Melnea Cass Bl, permitted Sep 10.

11 permits on record here. The newest, Sep 29, 2025: 16.5"x218" aluminum framed pan sign white with black vinyl lettering attached to front façade with L brackets. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 41 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 440 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2025 | Sign | 16.5"x218" aluminum framed pan sign white with black vinyl lettering attached to front façade with L brackets anchor bolts &; shields. Work to be done a 2131 Washington St.. | $2,106 | [ALT1724511](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1724511/) |
| Mar 31, 2025 | Electrical | Bringing power to production station and possible lighting to seating station, bringing power to upcoming bathroom for sensors equipment and lighting | $5,500 | [E1701108](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1701108/) |
| Mar 20, 2025 | Alteration or repair | NO STRUCTURAL WORK 6 New petition walls paint (200 square foot) for new juice bar Repair Hardwood floor New wash (2)sink New Bathroom Store; | $35,000 | [SF1700718](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1700718/) |
| Dec 10, 2024 | Plumbing | EWH Replacement | $1,000 | [PL1675945](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1675945/) |
| Mar 3, 2014 | Plumbing | bathroom fixtures | $6,500 | [PL319358](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL319358/) |
| Mar 3, 2014 | Plumbing | gas stove | $6,500 | [G319443](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G319443/) |
| Jan 15, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation and replace kitchen finishes. | $20,000 | [SF319484](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF319484/) |
| Jun 20, 2013 | Plumbing | Replace electric water heater. | $1,500 | [PL255981](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL255981/) |
| Feb 2, 2011 | Plumbing | plumbing work in unit in basement @ 2129 washington st | $2,500 | [PL62598](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL62598/) |
| Jan 7, 2011 | Alteration or repair | removal of decking and replace with new | $1,500 | [SF58249](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF58249/) |
| Oct 8, 2010 | Alteration or repair | remove gutters, replace with new. repair masonry as needed | $30,000 | [SF46296](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF46296/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2026 | [2147-2153 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2147--2153-washington-st/) | 130 ft SW | Electrical | temp service for tenant fit out while new service is swapped over in 2 weeks | $5,000 | [ETS1901790](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1901790/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [2147-2153 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2147--2153-washington-st/) | 130 ft SW | Electrical | Install 4 CCTV cameras. | $2,500 | [ELV1894410](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1894410/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [2147-2153 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2147--2153-washington-st/) | 130 ft SW | Electrical | Installing 13 cat6 plenum data cables for communications | $2,500 | [ELV1882526](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1882526/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [12-24 Dade St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12--24-dade-st/) | 100 ft W | Alteration or repair | Secure existing steel platforms Railings, Support Brackets & Stairways on fire escape. Located outside front of the building from 1st to 2nd floors. Fire escape is in need of repair. | $7,850 | [SF1881530](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881530/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [2147-2153 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2147--2153-washington-st/) | 130 ft SW | Electrical | Install a electric wall heater | $4,000 | [E1880115](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880115/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [2147-2153 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2147--2153-washington-st/) | 130 ft SW | Fire systems | Provide new fire alarm devices in a tenant fit-up for a coffee shop/cafe on first floor of an existing building. | $6,000 | [EFA1867445](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1867445/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [2136-2140 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2136--2140-washington-st/) | 210 ft SE | Electrical | Ground generator for outside event for the day | $1,800 | [ETS1858385](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1858385/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [2147-2153 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2147--2153-washington-st/) | 130 ft SW | Plumbing | Coffee shop | $60,000 | [PL1846250](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846250/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [2164-2168 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2164--2168-washington-st/) | 260 ft S | Electrical | Installation of AV Cabling only. Roxbury Community Music Center | $25,000 | [ELV1903829](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1903829/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [2164-2168 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2164--2168-washington-st/) | 260 ft S | Electrical | Structured Cabling and Security | $251,000 | [ELV1895198](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1895198/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [402 Melnea Cass Bl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/402-melnea-cass-bl/) | 440 ft E | New building | * Erect new 6 story multi family structure with 44 dwelling units, 3 gallery /retail space;and 1 live - work unit.;In conjunction with ERT1252882 (2 buildings on the same lot).;eplan --> BOA extension of decision valid until 11/04/25 -- extension of decision valid until 11/04/26 | $14,358,582 | [ERT1252887](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1252887/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [425-435 Melnea Cass Bl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/425--435-melnea-cass-bl/) | 600 ft N | Sign | Install non-illuminated letters to storefront to read "Revive Fitness" as approved by BPDA | $6,500 | [ALT1871915](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1871915/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [1 Taber St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-taber-st/) | 830 ft S | Electrical | Dunkin remodel. Wire for Dunkin equipment, install lighting. Wire for cash registers and signs to include (10) data wiring. Supply and install wiring for (2) air handlers, (2) AC condensers, interior digital menuboards, wiring for new office area, stand up coolers/freezers and interior speakers. | $34,500 | [E1887271](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887271/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [1 Taber St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-taber-st/) | 830 ft S | Alteration or repair | Change of occupancy from Retail #1 space for a Nail salon at #28 Warren Street within the #1 Taber Street new building. ERT1299710 Building Permit. Work done under SF1828994.eplan; | $25,000 | [ALT1833723](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1833723/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [2164-2168 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2164--2168-washington-st/) | 260 ft S | Sign | Installation of one non-illuminated cabinet sign for "Community Music Center of Boston" 18" x x 417" w. Approved by BPDA | $23,480 | [ALT1873580](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1873580/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [1011 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1011-harrison-av/) | 440 ft SE | Electrical | Roof top ballasted solar system. 108 silfab 530w solar panels. Unirac eco foot 2 ballasted racking. Solar edge inverter with solaredge optomizers. | $25,000 | [E1878418](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878418/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [1917 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1917-washington-st/) | 730 ft NE | Electrical | to operated a gas powered generator for an outdoor event on the 22th of August 12pm - 4pm.(amplifier and speakers). | $750 | [ETS1873573](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1873573/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [32a-38 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32a--38-warren-st/) | 950 ft S | Fire systems | Adding new fire alarm | $19,585 | [EFA1866836](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1866836/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [32a-38 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32a--38-warren-st/) | 950 ft S | Sign | Install (1) INTERN. Illum c/l (wall signage) & (2) new awnings - cvs | $25,453 | [ALT1860921](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1860921/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [1010 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1010-harrison-av/) | 670 ft SE | Electrical | Preventative maintenance & testing to be performed on existing switchgear located @ Goodwill, 1010 Harrison Ave. | $2,500 | [E1861537](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861537/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [2296-2306 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2296--2306-washington-st/) | 810 ft SW | Electrical | Finished electrical work done and passed a rough inspection by other. | $20,000 | [E1856655](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856655/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [32a-38 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32a--38-warren-st/) | 950 ft S | Alteration or repair | .change occupancy to Pharmacy- only (no retail) Interior renovation as per plans;Replacement of finishes and new fire alarm system. No egress or structural changes. Work to be performed at 32 Warren St. | $596,905 | [ALT1818241](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1818241/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [1127-1131 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1127--1131-harrison-av/) | 560 ft S | Electrical | working on four floors. Wiring of heating and cooling low voltage controls | $12,000 | [ELV1851639](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1851639/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 18 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [5-15 Hammond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5--15-hammond-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Roofing | Remove existing roof system. Install new adhered tapered insulation, coverboard, and 060 EPDM. Install new edge metal. | $127,694 | [SF1902001](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902001/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [10-20 Kendall St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10--20-kendall-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Roofing | Remove existing roof system. Install new adhered tapered insulation, coverboard, and 060 EPDM. Install new edge metal. | $201,846 | [SF1901888](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901888/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [35-45 Hammond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35--45-hammond-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Roofing | Remove existing roof system. Install new adhered tapered insulation, coverboard, and 060 EPDM. Install new edge metal. | $195,998 | [SF1901880](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901880/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [960-992 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/960--992-harrison-av/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | (15) new trench drains in garage | $70,000 | [PL1904514](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904514/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [109-111 Zeigler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/109--111-zeigler-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | Plumbing for fixture replacements for 2nd floor bath remodel | $3,000 | [PL1903824](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903824/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [109-111 Zeigler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/109--111-zeigler-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing tub with a 60"x32" Bestbath Systems Fiberglass shower. Replace toilet with new toilet. | $17,530 | [SF1896904](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896904/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [121-123 Zeigler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/121--123-zeigler-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Add blown cellulose insulation and air sealing at attic | $3,160 | [SF1875424](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875424/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [115-117 Zeigler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115--117-zeigler-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Add blown cellulose insulation and air seal at attic | $3,160 | [SF1875416](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875416/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [109-111 Zeigler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/109--111-zeigler-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Add blown cellulose insulation and air seal at attic | $3,160 | [SF1875412](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875412/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [97-99 Zeigler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/97--99-zeigler-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Add blown Cellulose insulation and air sealing at attic | $3,160 | [SF1875400](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875400/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [14-16 Winslow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14--16-winslow-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Add blown cellulose and air sealing at attics | $3,160 | [SF1875391](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875391/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [8-10 Winslow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--10-winslow-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Add blown cellulose and air sealing at attic | $3,160 | [SF1875385](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875385/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [2-4 Winslow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--4-winslow-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Add blown cellulose and air seal at attic | $6,050 | [SF1875339](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875339/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [103-105 Zeigler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/103--105-zeigler-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Add Blown cellulose insulation and air sealing at attic | $3,160 | [SF1875410](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875410/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [160 Dudley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-dudley-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Demolition | Removal of storage building, building is 13 sft x 25 sqt x 11 ft high single story building | $8,800 | [SF1867549](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867549/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [150-156 Dudley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/150--156-dudley-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Retrofit installation of electrical refrigeration controls on existing walk-in cooler. | $5,000 | [E1874123](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874123/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [960-992 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/960--992-harrison-av/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Removal and reinstallation of existing materials and finishes to gain the necessary access to install the structural reinforcements, such as exterior metal paneling, storefront mullions, mullion covers, associated caulking, and portions of GWB ceilings and carpeting. | $34,000 | [SF1864568](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864568/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [133 Dewitt Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/133-dewitt-dr/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Hook up generator on the field for a event | $750 | [ETS1861055](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1861055/) |

## 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 | Aug 11, 2026 | 1013 Harrison Av | 530 ft E | To change vacant lot to ancillary use to technical college on 1011 Harrison Ave. The area to be fenced… | [BOA1820136](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "Approved" | 2026-02-10 |
| Approved | Sep 8, 2026 | 2173 to 2189 Washington St | 260 ft SW | To change the occupancy to include culinary trade school | [BOA1861457](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-06-15 |

## More on this street

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

- [37 Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-williams-st/): newest permit Feb 18, 2025
- [60 Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-williams-st/): newest permit Oct 24, 2024
- [71 Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-williams-st/): newest permit May 11, 2026
- [74 Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74-williams-st/): newest permit Sep 9, 2026
- [75 Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-williams-st/): newest permit Oct 13, 2025
- [91 Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/91-williams-st/): newest permit Jun 17, 2025
- [97 Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/97-williams-st/): newest permit May 20, 2026
- [102 Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102-williams-st/): newest permit Apr 3, 2026
- [104 Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104-williams-st/): newest permit Dec 18, 2024
- [111 Williams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111-williams-st/): newest permit Nov 5, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-12 02:18 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, 23:47 UTC.

Map, all 11 permits at this address and 41 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--10-williams-st/