# Building permits at 8 Virgil Rd, 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.

Four permits here in the last two years. The newest, Oct 2: Removal of slate roof and chimney. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 61 more permits (58 projects) since May 1. A zoning request for this address is on file.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | Roofing | Removal of slate roof and chimney | $5,000 | [SF1906722](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906722/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | Demolition | Removing siding and windows. | $5,000 | [SF1900234](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900234/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | 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 | 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/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

61 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 3, 2026 | [69 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-dent-st/) | 230 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 1 window, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $1,647 | [SF1887762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887762/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [506 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/506-lagrange-st/) | 170 ft E | Plumbing | Renovation of first floor bathroom (1) sink, (1) standup shower, (1) toilet | $3,000 | [PL1858866](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858866/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [506 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/506-lagrange-st/) | 170 ft E | Electrical | Rewiring a bathroom | $2,000 | [E1859968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859968/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [506 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/506-lagrange-st/) | 170 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remodel first floor bathroom | $35,000 | [SF1855773](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855773/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 37 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [14 Welton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-welton-rd/) | 270 ft S | Plumbing | Replace 25' of 1" gas pipe and coupling | $500 | [G1904954](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904954/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [15 Yorktown St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-yorktown-st/) | 770 ft N | Alteration or repair | Strip entire home of wood siding down to substrate Install Grayne siding by Westlake Royal Building Products Remove existing gutters from the entire house Install new aluminum seamless gutters on existing areas Install new downspouts and hardware - Round smooth downspout included | $55,000 | [SF1902090](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902090/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [15 Yorktown St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-yorktown-st/) | 770 ft N | Roofing | Remove existing shingle roof on the entire house Install an 8" drip edge on all leading edges Install new GAF Timberline High Definition Architectural shingles Chimney: Re-use lead, ring ice and water ring, new step flashing, install shingles and Geocel joints added | $13,500 | [SF1902084](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902084/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [54 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-mount-vernon-st/) | 740 ft E | Plumbing | gas insert | $1,500 | [G1897405](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897405/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [69 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-perham-st/) | 500 ft SW | Roofing | Remove old shingles and install new architectural shingles | $24,800 | [SF1901616](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901616/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [131 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-dent-st/) | 790 ft NW | 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 4, 2026 | [563 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/563-lagrange-st/) | 670 ft N | Electrical | 50 amp Hard Wired EV Charger / Replace Outside Motion Flood Light / Replace Closet Light | $2,519 | [E1897024](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897024/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [481 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/481-lagrange-st/) | 510 ft SE | Electrical | Install 200 amp service for 2 family with public meter, replace knob & tube wiring on the 1st & 2nd floors, install lights, switches, exhaust fans, & plugs | $40,000 | [E1894429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894429/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/) | 550 ft S | 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/) | 550 ft S | Plumbing | gas connections for dryer, oven, and combination boiler | Not listed | [G1886911](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886911/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [116 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-mount-vernon-st/) | 800 ft N | Electrical | Installation of a 120v smoke circuit | $3,000 | [E1887295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887295/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [92 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/92-perham-st/) | 650 ft SW | Roofing | Remove & Replace entire roof | $19,520 | [SF1877734](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877734/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [14 Thurlow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-thurlow-st/) | 800 ft NW | 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 | [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/) | 550 ft S | 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/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [144-146 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/144--146-temple-st/) | 900 ft SW | 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 27, 2026 | [183 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/183-temple-st/) | 940 ft W | 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/) | 910 ft SW | 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/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [19 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-sherbrook-st/) | 700 ft NW | 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/) | 410 ft NW | 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/) | 710 ft NW | 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 24, 2026 | [8 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-preston-rd/) | 680 ft E | Electrical | Basement remodel | $8,500 | [E1863222](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863222/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [11 Ivory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-ivory-st/) | 720 ft S | 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/) | 720 ft S | Electrical | 2nd floor bath | $1,200 | [E1860505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860505/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [527-529 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-lagrange-st/) | 310 ft NE | Alteration or repair | KITCHEN REMODEL - Demo, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Flooring, Tile BATHROOM REMODEL - Demo, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Plastering, Tile | $65,000 | [SF1856541](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856541/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [14 Welton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-welton-rd/) | 270 ft S | Electrical | Remove and install bathroom fixture | $300 | [E1858492](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858492/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [527-529 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-lagrange-st/) | 310 ft NE | Plumbing | 1st floor kitchen and half bath renovation. | $4,000 | [PL1858690](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858690/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [527-529 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-lagrange-st/) | 310 ft NE | Plumbing | 1st floor kitchen renovation. New gas range. | $500 | [G1858695](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1858695/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [55 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-perham-st/) | 550 ft S | 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 2, 2026 | [14 Welton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-welton-rd/) | 270 ft S | 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/) | 270 ft S | Plumbing | Gas stove on first and second | $1,000 | [G1856197](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1856197/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [116 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-mount-vernon-st/) | 800 ft N | Electrical | new construction addition | $20,000 | [E1856667](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856667/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [527-529 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/527--529-lagrange-st/) | 310 ft NE | Electrical | Kitchen remodel | $2,500 | [E1856271](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856271/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [42 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-mount-vernon-st/) | 840 ft E | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,304 | [PL1853036](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853036/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [42 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-mount-vernon-st/) | 840 ft E | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,304 | [G1853034](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1853034/) |
| May 23, 2026 | [57 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-dent-st/) | 320 ft S | 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 22, 2026 | [42 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-mount-vernon-st/) | 840 ft E | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 2 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $3,269 | [SF1844630](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844630/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [80 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-mount-vernon-st/) | 660 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of existing finished room on basement floor. Work includes removal of existing interior non-load-bearing partition walls, drywall, carpet, and flooring. Partition wall faming and subfloor reinstalled like-for-like. New non-load-bearing framing for closet along north wall | $30,000 | [SF1841424](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1841424/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 20 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [40 Ivory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-ivory-st/) | 0.20 mi S | 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/) | 0.24 mi S | Roofing | Remove & repalce roof | $15,800 | [SF1901852](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901852/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [615 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/615-lagrange-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-878223) | $8,000 | [SF1894518](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894518/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [59 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sherbrook-st/) | 0.19 mi W | 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 31, 2026 | [40 Richwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-richwood-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Realine garage structure, raise structure and build a concrete base 6" higher than existing. Install new sill all around. | $42,600 | [ALT1862937](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1862937/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [105 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/105-sanborn-av/) | 0.24 mi W | 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 7, 2026 | [44 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-sanborn-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | 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 7, 2026 | [46 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-potomac-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Roofing | Full Re-Roof, Comp Shingle, No Structural Work. | $8,879 | [SF1869413](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869413/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [59 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sherbrook-st/) | 0.19 mi W | 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 5, 2026 | [46 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-potomac-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Solar | Installation of solar panels on existing residential roof. 7.92 kW. Addition of 1 0-60A circuits. 18 panels. | $57,106 | [SF1874811](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874811/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [46 Potomac St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-potomac-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Solar | Installation of solar panels on existing residential roof. 7.92 kW. Addition of 1 0-60A circuits. 18 panels. | $28,553 | [E1874817](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874817/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [78 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-sanborn-av/) | 0.23 mi SW | 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/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | water heater | $650 | [G1882867](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1882867/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [138 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/138-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Electrical | Install power to and, install outlet and fixture in detached garage. | $750 | [E1882035](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882035/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [20-22 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20--22-sanborn-av/) | 0.25 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Install new siding and replace windows. | $150,000 | [SF1870076](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870076/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [156 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/156-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Gas test for a locked meter | $1,000 | [G1877104](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1877104/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1931 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1931-centre-st/) | 0.23 mi E | 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/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [59 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sanborn-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Roofing | Strip and Re-roof with new Asphalt shingles | $11,000 | [SF1849208](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849208/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [1931 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1931-centre-st/) | 0.23 mi E | 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 12, 2026 | [138 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/138-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Electrical | replacing heat pump system equipment (outdoor & indoor) | $1,200 | [E1847112](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847112/) |

## 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 |  | At this address |  | 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 Virgil Rd with permits, nearest house number first:

- [12 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-virgil-rd/): newest permit Dec 30, 2025
- [15-17 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-virgil-rd/): newest permit Mar 13, 2026
- [20 Virgil Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-virgil-rd/): newest permit Apr 6, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-11 19:04 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, 17:17 UTC.

Map, all 4 permits at this address and 61 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-virgil-rd/