# Building permits at 83 Elm St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $16M alteration or repair at 20 South St, permitted Sep 17.

13 permits on record here. The newest, Nov 5, 2025: Install EV charging pedestal in yard. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 74 more permits (73 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2025 | Electrical | Install EV charging pedestal in yard | $2,000 | [E1795585](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1795585/) |
| Oct 4, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Dismantle 4 layers of existing siding including one layer of asbestos. Replace with cedar clapboards and white poly trim and soffits. | $15,000 | [SF1175104](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1175104/) |
| Aug 24, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Replace existing non-conforming and rotting deck and stairs per plan. I met with John Downey who told me we did not require a new survey to apply for this permit. A short form permit was issued for this work on 11/19/20 - #SF 1110115. | $55,038 | [ALT1199149](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1199149/) |
| Nov 19, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Replace existing non-conforming and rotting deck and stairs per plans. I don't know if this is pertinent, the homeowner met with John Downey, and said that we do not need a new survey to apply for permit. | $51,370 | [SF1110115](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1110115/) |
| May 1, 2019 | Electrical | Rewire kitchen, wire for new boiler | $16,000 | [E947684](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E947684/) |
| Apr 18, 2019 | Plumbing | Two kitchen sinks and dishwasher | $2,000 | [PL943087](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL943087/) |
| Apr 18, 2019 | Plumbing | Install Two gas stoves | $850 | [G943082](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G943082/) |
| Mar 14, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Gut kitchen to studs, strapping and sub-floor. New floors, sheet rock and plaster walls, no structural changes, | $55,200 | [SF928231](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF928231/) |
| Sep 26, 2018 | Electrical | add-ons 3 indoor sounders, 4 heats, 7 w/less smokes | $2,130 | [ELV881567](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV881567/) |
| Jun 15, 2017 | Plumbing | Replace Old Furnace with New Gas furnace | $500 | [G720725](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G720725/) |
| Apr 18, 2017 | Electrical | Security System Reconnect Upgrade To (3000) Pulse 1 Touchpad,Panel,Siren,Keypad,Cellguard, 1 Temp Sensor | $699 | [ELV698212](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV698212/) |
| Jun 16, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Replace rotten siding and rotten deck boards with new PVC boards | $5,000 | [SF603543](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF603543/) |
| May 28, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Replace existing rotten deck on back entrance to house. Property owner is licensed professional. | $1,200 | [SF26825](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF26825/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 47 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [30 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-everett-st/) | 810 ft E | Plumbing | Replace water heater in the basement | $1,800 | [PL1901080](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901080/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [30 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-everett-st/) | 810 ft E | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to water heater | $400 | [G1901086](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901086/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [10 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 470 ft E | Electrical | 400 AMP service installation and rewiring of the whole house. | $16,500 | [E1903935](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903935/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [95 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-carolina-av/) | 410 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remodel bathroom. 2 Outlets 3 switches low voltage light in shower 2 inspections. Building permit in place. | $4,000 | [E1905022](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905022/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [50-52 Sedgwick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50--52-sedgwick-st/) | 410 ft W | Plumbing | gas furnace replacement for unit#2 | $2,000 | [G1903871](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903871/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [26 Sedgwick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-sedgwick-st/) | 680 ft W | Roofing | remove & repalce entire roof | $21,625 | [SF1901857](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901857/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [32 Newbern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-newbern-st/) | 590 ft E | Alteration or repair | Back Deck : Demolition, removal and disposal of existing deck framing, decking, and railing. Install new footing, frame install decking and code-compliant railing system, replace base 2 row siding and install flashing. shingling repairs around the ledger board. Window and Doors Replacement. | $26,613 | [SF1899803](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899803/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [95 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-carolina-av/) | 410 ft S | Plumbing | remodeling 2nd floor bathroom | $6,000 | [PL1902018](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1902018/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [20 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-south-st/) | 870 ft W | Alteration or repair | HVAC Renovation, Pool and pool equipment Renovation, Roof renovation, plumbing, Electrical, sprinkler, and Exterior Renovation | $16,128,800 | [ALT1853295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1853295/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [10 Roanoke Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-roanoke-av/) | 390 ft N | Electrical | Electrical installation for a exterior above ground swimming pool | $4,500 | [E1900292](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900292/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [44 Newbern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-newbern-st/) | 580 ft SE | Roofing | Shingle Roof Replacement & Install a chimney cap | $11,397 | [SF1862259](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862259/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [31 Alveston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-alveston-st/) | 460 ft NW | Fire systems | Wire, Supply and Install FA Addressable System - Install Sprinkler Control Panel. | $12,000 | [EFA1897882](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1897882/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [10 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 470 ft E | Plumbing | Plumbing renovation including new water, waste and vent piping for kitchen, laundry, powder room and 2nd-floor full bath tub. Install water heater and fixtures. Existing attic bathroom to remain; reconnect existing piping only. | $35,000 | [PL1894508](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894508/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [10 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 470 ft E | Plumbing | Install new natural gas piping and connections for Navien NCB-240/130H combi boiler and kitchen gas range. Test gas piping and make final connections. | $3,000 | [G1894509](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1894509/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [95 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-carolina-av/) | 410 ft S | Alteration or repair | Unit #2 (second Floor). Gut full bathroom to studs. Swap location of toilet and vanity. Install single shower (2 body sprays, 1 shower head, 1 handheld). New Toilet will have bidet (electrician will install dedicated circuit). Tile floor and 3/4 of walls. Closed cell insulation on exterior wall. | $47,571 | [SF1891354](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891354/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [36 Alveston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-alveston-st/) | 370 ft NW | Solar | Rooftop solar 18 panels 7.38 kwdc no ESS no structural | $7,038 | [SF1887424](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887424/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [36 Alveston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-alveston-st/) | 370 ft NW | Solar | Rooftop solar 18 panels 7.38 kwdc no ESS | $23,562 | [E1887425](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887425/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [16 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-everett-st/) | 900 ft E | Electrical | Install an additional car charger outside at the carport | $2,500 | [E1881831](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881831/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [20 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-south-st/) | 870 ft W | Plumbing | disconnect/reconnect the gas line for the dehumidification unit possibly (there are no fixtures) | $10,000 | [G1886162](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886162/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [104 Child St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104-child-st/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | electrical for a Foyer renovation | $3,000 | [E1850769](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850769/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [20 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-south-st/) | 870 ft W | Electrical | Provide low voltage interlock wiring or HVAC upgrades. 1-Eru, 2-fcus and 3-efs. All work will take place above ground. | $8,000 | [ELV1886361](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1886361/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [99 Call St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/99-call-st/) | 880 ft S | Roofing | Zen Roofing shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to remove the existing roofing system and install a complete new GAF Timberline HDZ Roofing System in accordance with manufacturer specifications and industry best practices. To be included are two new sealed dryer  | $27,795 | [SF1882288](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882288/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [10 Roanoke Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-roanoke-av/) | 390 ft N | Pool or spa | Install An Above Ground Aluminum Pool, 12' x 24' swim area, 16' x 34' with integrated safety fence/deck dimensions.;e[Plans] filed. | $15,000 | [ALT1877951](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1877951/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [28 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-carolina-av/) | 850 ft W | Roofing | CLARIFICATION: Change the occupancy of existing roofing contractor's commercial dwelling into a three family home per plans submitted.;(This is one of two detached dwellings on the same lot and the total number of units shall equal six with 6 shared off street parking spaces);*APPLICATION FILED INCO | $750,000 | [ALT1682244](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1682244/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [30 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-carolina-av/) | 800 ft SW | Alteration or repair | CLARIFICATION: Change of occupancy of the existing garage into a three family home per plans submitted. (This is one of two detached dwellings on the same lot and the total number of units shall equal six with 6 shared off street parking spaces);*APPLICATION FILED IN CONJUNCTION WITH -ALT1682244Orig | $750,000 | [ALT1681326](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1681326/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [20 Child St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-child-st/) | 920 ft SW | Electrical | Disconnect & make safe existing feeds for (1) condenser & fan for existing cooler. Extend feed for (1) new condenser & reconnect existing feed for a new fan in existing cooler. Add convenience outlet near new condenser. | $10,000 | [E1881032](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881032/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [14 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 460 ft E | Electrical | Install (2) 20amp circuits and (2) wall outlets at 2nd floor pantry Install (1) 20amp circuit and (1) wall outlet at 1st floor kitchen for gas stove | $2,300 | [E1876042](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1876042/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [77 Child St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-child-st/) | 770 ft S | Roofing | Remove old existing roofing system and replace with new EPDM roofing system | $28,591 | [SF1850258](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850258/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [10 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 470 ft E | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of Single family.; Remove interior/exterior walls for insulation upgrades in basement, 1st &; 2nd floors. Replace windows, relocate kitchen, renovate baths/laundry, modify openings, and paint entire interior.NO RECORD OF OCCUPANCY;Owners: Sam Wheeler &; Adrie Lofters.;Phone. | $658 | [ALT1860429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1860429/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [107 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-carolina-av/) | 420 ft S | Alteration or repair | Side porch to be updated to new composite handrails, and composite decking material for steps and platform. New lattice work underneath porch installed, front porch remove old wood railings and floor bring framing joists up to code if needed. Replace floor with composite decking, handrail with fir. | $27,000 | [SF1867433](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867433/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [10 John A. Andrew St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-john-a.-andrew-st/) | 470 ft E | Alteration or repair | Exploratory demolition of interior walls, no structural alterations to verify engineering plans and order proper materials. Work related to long form applied on ALT1860429 - Cost for this work is reflected on ALT1860429 permit applied and paid for. | $1,000 | [SF1863998](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863998/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [20 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-south-st/) | 870 ft W | Pool or spa | Pool, locker rooms and roof upgrades. Mechanical and electrical upgrades | $2,954,100 | [SF1863004](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863004/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [8 Greenough Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-greenough-av/) | 760 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Exterior trim and siding repair and replacement, roof, gutter, and downspout replacement, plus exterior paint job. | $200,000 | [SF1857038](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857038/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [31 Alveston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-alveston-st/) | 460 ft NW | Electrical | Service upgrade to 600amp 3 gang. | $5,500 | [E1862644](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862644/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [20 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-south-st/) | 870 ft W | Plumbing | Plumbing connections to support fit out | $99,700 | [PL1858778](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858778/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [20 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-south-st/) | 870 ft W | Fire systems | Replacement of duct smoke, and key switch for new ERU. Remove and re-install smoke detector for ceiling replacement | $19,370 | [EFA1860127](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1860127/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [20 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-south-st/) | 870 ft W | Electrical | Installation of new emergency phone in pool area | $7,230 | [ELV1860128](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1860128/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [20 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-south-st/) | 870 ft W | Electrical | Pool Repairs - Replacement of HVAC equipment and pool equipment. | $55,640 | [E1860126](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860126/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [58 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-carolina-av/) | 460 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Finish attic as non-habitable storage only, with a clean protective wall/enclosure added as needed to safeguard HVAC equipment. | $38,481 | [ALT1765457](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1765457/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [45 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-everett-st/) | 670 ft E | Electrical | Bathroom Renovation, wire and install 2 wall sconce, wire and install a recess light, wire and install an exhaust fan heater light unit, Instal a GFCI outlet, wire and install bidet outlet | $2,500 | [E1855738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855738/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [45 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-everett-st/) | 670 ft E | Plumbing | Bathroom renew. | $4,500 | [PL1853223](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853223/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [74-76 Carolina Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-carolina-av/) | 380 ft SW | Electrical | Inspect wiring adjacent to the ceiling area affected by water damage (burst pipe) Replace electrical box Install new homerun to panel | $1,300 | [E1855060](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855060/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [45 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-everett-st/) | 670 ft E | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation, 1st floor unit | $39,863 | [SF1850565](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850565/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [11 Revere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-revere-st/) | 790 ft N | Electrical | replacing meter bank in basement | $12,000 | [E1852432](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852432/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [11 Revere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-revere-st/) | 790 ft N | Electrical | work is only being done in unit 6 and this consist of replacing the in unit panel, adding recessed lighting and undercabinet lighting in the kitchen. | $8,000 | [E1850377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850377/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [13 Bishop St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-bishop-st/) | 680 ft E | Alteration or repair | We have already received a short-form permit for this job and have paid the permit fee for the entire scope of work. This application is for the long-form permit to perform window replacement/installation and some exterior siding work at the back of the house.;8 new windows, plus 3 replacement windo | $70,200 | [ALT1798871](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1798871/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [4 Maple Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-maple-pl/) | 950 ft N | Electrical | 200 amp service upgrade 2 heat pump condensers 1 water heater | $5,000 | [E1845546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845546/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 27 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [44 Starr Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-starr-ln/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | water heater replacement | $500 | [PL1904142](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904142/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [44 Starr Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-starr-ln/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Water Heater Replacement | $500 | [G1904157](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904157/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [17-19 Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17--19-thomas-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Electrical | Wiring for air handler and ac | $900 | [E1902194](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902194/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [17 Gordon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-gordon-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Wiring replacement for a ductless system | $1,012 | [E1903002](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903002/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [49 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-south-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Window Replacement as per request of the customer. We are replacing 6 windows | $9,000 | [SF1902192](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902192/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [144 Mcbride St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/144-mcbride-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | City of boston event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1902609](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1902609/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [1 Achorn Ci](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-achorn-ci/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Installation of a 30a condenser | $1,500 | [E1897930](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897930/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [10 Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-thomas-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing single-family dwelling. | Not listed | [ALT1890805](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1890805/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [17-19 Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17--19-thomas-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Electrical | wiring for furnace and condenser | $1,150 | [E1900554](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900554/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [28-34 Seaverns Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--34-seaverns-av/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | Installation and wiring of replacement system into Unit #5's existing ductwork consisting of two condensers and two air handlers. | $8,724 | [E1896232](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896232/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [95 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-green-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Roofing | Installation of a new 60mil EPDM roof on the entire flat roof on the rear section of the building only. | $28,000 | [SF1894907](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894907/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [76 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-south-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | gas insert | $1,500 | [G1843040](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1843040/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [10 Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-thomas-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Replace clapboards, windows and trim of northern half of house, excluding bay Install zip sheathing over existing board sheathing, tape seams Replace windows with added bucks to accommodate exterior insulation,etc add 2"(?) mineral wool, rain screen battens cedar (or equivalent) clapboards new trim | $12,000 | [SF1888515](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888515/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [60-66 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60--66-south-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Roofing | remove & replace roof | $27,950 | [SF1877744](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877744/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [82 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-green-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Repair water-damaged Unit 001, including drywall, insulation, kitchen cabinets, flooring. | $90,090 | [SF1874689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874689/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [74-76 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-green-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Demolition of the existing electrical wiring upstairs of the building | $1,000 | [E1871190](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1871190/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [9-11 Seaverns Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9--11-seaverns-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Double check back flow preventer | $2,250 | [PL1867687](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1867687/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [70a South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70a-south-st/) | 0.19 mi SW | Roofing | Asphalt Shingles repair on the dormer on the right side of the house from the bottom of dormer down to gutter and around the right and left side corners. Gutter and downspouts replacement on (front porch and left side of house) using Englert.32 gauge gutters. | $4,200 | [SF1865245](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865245/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [17-19 Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17--19-thomas-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Plumbing | Furnace replacement | $8,000 | [G1866950](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1866950/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [74-76 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-green-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Labor-only contract for recoding studio renovation: Remove carpet, shelving, studio floor platform and select non-bearing partition walls. Install new commercial-grade vinyl flooring throughout. Install/patch wallboard as needed. Install 2 new doors, baseboards, replace drop ceiling tile, paint. | $21,000 | [SF1860063](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860063/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [741 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/741-centre-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Roofing | Replace the rubber roof on 743 - 745 Centre St. | $36,300 | [SF1855867](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855867/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [1-7 Atwood Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1--7-atwood-sq/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1855216](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1855216/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [7a Eliot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7a-eliot-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Insulation Work per the request of the commercial owner | $50,000 | [SF1848675](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848675/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [82 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-green-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Water damage basement unit. Replace panel and wiring that got wet in Unit 001. During emergency, make safe and hook up temp. lights and power. Areas that got wet kitchen wall, ceiling and panel. | $7,500 | [E1849250](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1849250/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [701-703 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/701--703-centre-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Sign | Elec app. Per BPDA approval and engineer stamped attachment plan, install 3 sf hanging sign..E01...double face, non illuminated for Chase Bank. | $3,000 | [ALT1843836](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1843836/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [48-50 Seaverns Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48--50-seaverns-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | water heater @ #50 | $650 | [PL1844509](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1844509/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [48-50 Seaverns Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48--50-seaverns-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | water heater replacement @ #50 | $650 | [G1844498](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1844498/) |

## 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 |  | 10 Verona St | 530 ft S | Zoning appeal: "Seeking to erect a new residential building with three units and three parking spaces" | [BOA1864261](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-06-23 |
| Requested |  | 11 Lee St | 500 ft S | Zoning appeal: "Seeking to erect a new residential building with three units and three parking spaces" | [BOA1845120](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-05-01 |

## More on this street

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

- [89 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-elm-st/): newest permit Dec 27, 2024
- [76 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-elm-st/): newest permit Apr 6, 2026
- [94 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-elm-st/): newest permit May 13, 2025
- [99 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/99-elm-st/): newest permit Mar 25, 2025
- [67 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-elm-st/): newest permit Jul 3, 2025
- [65 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-elm-st/): newest permit Aug 27, 2026
- [62-64 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62--64-elm-st/): newest permit Nov 12, 2025
- [105 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/105-elm-st/): newest permit Sep 15, 2026
- [49 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-elm-st/): newest permit Aug 17, 2026
- [122 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/122-elm-st/): newest permit Jul 23, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-08 22:57 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 8, 17:47 UTC.

Map, all 13 permits at this address and 74 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/83-elm-st/