# Building permits at 8 Alward Rd, Boston, MA

10 Gretter Rd: demolition and a new building, both permitted Sep 24.

Two permits on record here. The newest, Jul 31: Blown in cellulose for attic flat. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 60 more permits (58 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.22 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Blown in cellulose for attic flat, recessed light boxes, fiberglass for damming, propavents, soffit vents, & replace bath fan hose. | $2,490 | [SF1875977](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875977/) |
| Nov 12, 2025 | Alteration or repair | replace 3 entry doors, 1 storm door | $14,420 | [SF1791225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1791225/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 36 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [21 Gretter Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-gretter-rd/) | 840 ft W | Plumbing | plumb new abatement meter and backflow preventer | $1,000 | [PL1907918](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1907918/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [10 Ravenna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-ravenna-rd/) | 760 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove exisitng siding and install new siding | $25,750 | [SF1901158](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901158/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [8 Ledgedale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-ledgedale-rd/) | 420 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove and install 3 windows (includes bay/bow frame)-like sizes. No structural changes. | $17,099 | [SF1900349](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900349/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [126 Montclair Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/126-montclair-av/) | 400 ft S | Alteration or repair | Air sealing and open blown cellulose in the attic space to R49. Mass Save | $2,363 | [SF1896612](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896612/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [115 Ardale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115-ardale-st/) | 820 ft SE | Electrical | Replace meter socket for Eversource AMI project | $2,000 | [E1890711](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890711/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [17 Ravenna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-ravenna-rd/) | 890 ft SW | Plumbing | replacing shower stall | $1,500 | [PL1903394](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903394/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [17 Ravenna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-ravenna-rd/) | 890 ft SW | Other | shower to shower | $21,795 | [SF1900200](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900200/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [203 Weld St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/203-weld-st/) | 630 ft W | Alteration or repair | To grind out and remove loose mortar from foundation and replace fresh mortar in foundation joints,power wash and clean up debris | $10,450 | [SF1895963](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895963/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [203 Weld St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/203-weld-st/) | 630 ft W | Plumbing | small gas leak repair | $1,000 | [G1901729](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901729/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1489 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1489-centre-st/) | 890 ft S | Roofing | strip and re roofWork to be done at secondary address 1487 Centre | $15,000 | [SF1901684](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901684/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [24 Cerdan Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-cerdan-av/) | 680 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 4 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $14,105 | [SF1889801](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889801/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [24 Cerdan Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-cerdan-av/) | 680 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Install 3 windows for replacement. No structural changes. | $7,975 | [SF1896327](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896327/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [160 Weld St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-weld-st/) | 360 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Install new door with proper flashing, sealants and insulation where needed.Dispose of old doors.Quantity-(2) | $6,271 | [SF1891752](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891752/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [69 Buchanan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-buchanan-rd/) | 570 ft NE | Addition | Small porch addition of back of the house | $7,000 | [E1893903](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1893903/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [11 President Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-president-rd/) | 330 ft NE | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $200 | [G1888725](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1888725/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [26 Cerdan Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-cerdan-av/) | 730 ft SW | Addition | Additional rear structure, interior renovation | $150,000 | [ALT1867779](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1867779/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [55 Gretter Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-gretter-rd/) | 570 ft W | Plumbing | water heater | $650 | [PL1877817](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1877817/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [55 Gretter Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-gretter-rd/) | 570 ft W | Plumbing | water heater replacement | $650 | [G1877815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1877815/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [75 Montclair Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-montclair-av/) | 1,000 ft S | Addition | 1st floor family room addition off back of house | $144,616 | [ALT1796444](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1796444/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [69 Buchanan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-buchanan-rd/) | 570 ft NE | Electrical | Wire one mini split and wire one receptacle if needed | $1,500 | [E1874050](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874050/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [203 Weld St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/203-weld-st/) | 630 ft W | Alteration or repair | To grind out loose mortar and repoint joints on chimney from basement to chimney top | $5,500 | [SF1874191](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874191/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [1476 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1476-centre-st/) | 860 ft S | Plumbing | gas furnace | $2,500 | [G1871100](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1871100/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [1463 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1463-centre-st/) | 640 ft SE | Electrical | Kitchen renovation and adding 4 IC fire rated recess lights in living room | $5,000 | [E1865326](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1865326/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [1463 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1463-centre-st/) | 640 ft SE | Plumbing | tankless water heater replacement | $1,500 | [PL1861862](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861862/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [1463 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1463-centre-st/) | 640 ft SE | Plumbing | tankless water heater | $3,500 | [G1861859](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1861859/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [7 Colby Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-colby-rd/) | 560 ft SE | Plumbing | Remodeling. 2nd Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 garbage disposal, and 1 dishwasher. | $3,000 | [PL1862872](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862872/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [1463 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1463-centre-st/) | 640 ft SE | Plumbing | Kitchen remodeling | $2,000 | [PL1863692](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863692/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [7 Colby Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-colby-rd/) | 560 ft SE | Electrical | Kitchen remodeling with electrical stove | $4,000 | [E1859498](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859498/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1463 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1463-centre-st/) | 640 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen renovation | $84,890 | [SF1852005](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852005/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [7 Colby Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-colby-rd/) | 560 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen updates | $11,505 | [SF1848833](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848833/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [84 Montclair Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-montclair-av/) | 870 ft S | Plumbing | Repairing retesting stove and gas main, plus leaks. | $2,000 | [G1856871](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1856871/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [7 Cerdan Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-cerdan-av/) | 450 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Clean Joe will be removing all affected drywalls, ceilings, and floors to clean up and prevent further damages. Interior finishes only. | $2,000 | [SF1852614](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852614/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [87 Buchanan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-buchanan-rd/) | 400 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $4,000 | [SF1852340](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852340/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [69 Vincent Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-vincent-rd/) | 500 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Install 1x FranklinWH aPower 2 battery back-up system (15kWh) on exterior of home. (Rooftop solar array already exists on site - SF1705823) | $21,500 | [ALT1833729](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1833729/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [69 Buchanan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-buchanan-rd/) | 570 ft NE | Addition | Build addition on the rear of the house. Build ground level deck beside the addition. Remove existing kitchen window and trim opening. Widen the kitchen doorway going into the addition. | $147,000 | [ALT1811466](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1811466/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [69 Vincent Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-vincent-rd/) | 500 ft NW | Electrical | Install 1x FranklinWH aPower 2 battery back-up system (15kWh) on exterior of home. (Rooftop solar already exists on site.) | $14,333 | [E1833858](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1833858/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 24 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | [10 Gretter Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-gretter-rd/) | 0.22 mi W | Demolition | Demolish existing structure. | $19,000 | [SF1818800](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1818800/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [10 Gretter Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-gretter-rd/) | 0.22 mi W | New building | Erect new single-family home. e[Plans] Filed.;Removal of existing structure on SF1818800 | $599,000 | [ERT1808416](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1808416/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [94 Knoll St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-knoll-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | fence replacement | $12,900 | [SF1900376](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900376/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [30 Hazelmere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-hazelmere-rd/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | This project consists of converting an existing enclosed three-season porch, which is part of the original house construction and is located over an existing basement, into a fully conditioned four-season space containing a bathroom and laundry area. Work also includes modifications to the adjacent  | $88,000 | [SF1901896](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901896/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [55 Montclair Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-montclair-av/) | 0.23 mi S | Plumbing | Gas Piping | $300 | [G1902034](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902034/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [14 Gretter Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-gretter-rd/) | 0.21 mi W | Solar | Reinstallation of existing system on roof, per attached designs. 4.88kW (16 panels) | $3,000 | [E1900225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900225/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [14 Gretter Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-gretter-rd/) | 0.21 mi W | Solar | Deinstallation of the original solar system on roof, due to water leak on roof. | $1,848 | [SF1872674](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872674/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [14 Gretter Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-gretter-rd/) | 0.21 mi W | Solar | Deinstallation of the original solar system on roof, due to water leak on roof. | $1,848 | [E1872677](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872677/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [1500 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1500-centre-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes.-(872006) (Unit-1) | $2,000 | [SF1863780](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863780/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [87 Knoll St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-knoll-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Confirmation for existing single family home.; This is in correlation to the short form permit # SF1836882. | Not listed | [ALT1839874](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1839874/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [43-47 Zeller St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43--47-zeller-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | meter to be replaced as part of Eversource's AMI project | $1,500 | [E1870485](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870485/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [94 Fletcher St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-fletcher-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Fitup basement light, outlet, switch, baseboard heat | $6,000 | [E1867565](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867565/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [16 Glenburnie Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-glenburnie-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installing 5 zone ductless mini split system | $23,752 | [SF1860309](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860309/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [14 Hazelmere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-hazelmere-rd/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Install Energy Storage System rated at 13.5kWh on exterior, interconnected to existing solar panel system | $16,782 | [E1865315](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1865315/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [24 Buchanan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-buchanan-rd/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen remodel, Sun room into a mudroom off back deck. | $77,500 | [SF1851773](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851773/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [87 Knoll St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-knoll-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Pending ALT1839874 - Occupancy.Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-2018658831) | $2,000 | [SF1836882](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1836882/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [16 Glenburnie Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-glenburnie-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Wiring condenser for mini split system | $2,000 | [E1860299](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860299/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [16 Glenburnie Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-glenburnie-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing | $11,415 | [SF1857834](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857834/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [20 Hazelmere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-hazelmere-rd/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | We are completing/finishing/reviewing The whole wiring that the previous electrician made [E1466 587 ALT 1269 006] to be ready for final inspection | $3,000 | [E1858121](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858121/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [14 Gretter Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-gretter-rd/) | 0.21 mi W | Roofing | Tear off existing shingles and dispose of them properly. Install 10.86 SQ of GAF Asphalt shingles. No structural changes will occur. | $25,721 | [SF1853736](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853736/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [1529 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1529-centre-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Roofing | Strip and re-roof | $16,400 | [SF1845639](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845639/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [19 Buchanan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-buchanan-rd/) | 0.25 mi NE | Electrical | 200 amp underground service upgrade and wire EV charger | $8,600 | [E1850788](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850788/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [86-88 Knoll St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/86--88-knoll-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | Replace water heater | $2,000 | [PL1848967](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848967/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [86-88 Knoll St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/86--88-knoll-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | Replace water heater | $2,000 | [G1848968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1848968/) |

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Requested |  | 19 Morey Rd | 260 ft W | Zoning appeal: "This is for a front and rear dormer addition to allow…" | [BOA1880543](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-07-30 |
| Approved | Aug 11, 2026 | 178 to 180 Weld St | 250 ft S | To demolish existing detached non-conforming garage | [BOA1716446](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "AppProv" | 2025-05-01 |

Boston's decision codes, from its data dictionary (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/37d2e087-ce02-4090-bfdf-22de1ada3b23/resource/e11dcfa5-6f6f-4999-abc3-741f53c6731f/download/zba-data-dictionary.pdf): AppProv, "approved with conditions".

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 10:01 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 9, 06:47 UTC.

Map, both permits at this address and 60 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-alward-rd/