# Building permits at 83 Whitcomb Av, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1.5M alteration or repair at 1153 Centre St, permitted May 4.

Three permits on record here. The newest, Sep 25: Replacement of fixtures, no rough plumbing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 66 more permits (64 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | Plumbing | replacement of fixtures, no rough plumbing | $3,400 | [PL1904367](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904367/) |
| May 19, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Renovate bathroom, some minor work in kitchen and powder room, refinish floors. | $77,690 | [SF1850960](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850960/) |
| Mar 3, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Insulate exterior walls. | $6,000 | [SF1823793](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1823793/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2026 | [73 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-whitcomb-av/) | 220 ft E | Electrical | bath remodel | $2,500 | [E1864653](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864653/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [73 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-whitcomb-av/) | 220 ft E | Plumbing | Full bathroom | $3,000 | [PL1857655](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1857655/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [73 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-whitcomb-av/) | 220 ft E | Alteration or repair | Interior bathroom remodeling and exterior deck replacement. Deck will be rebuild at the same size. | $49,000 | [SF1846800](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846800/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 52 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [55 Louder'S Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-louder's-ln/) | 830 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Gut renovation of existing 2nd floor bathroom. | $61,600 | [SF1894383](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894383/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Plumbing | repair of gas main at BWFH Belkin house due to accident | $5,000 | [G1906567](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1906567/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Fire systems | 210469WAW Renovation of existing first and ground floor space | $25,000 | [EFA1906162](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1906162/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Fire systems | phase2 - 210466WAW Renovation of existing medical support space. | $16,000 | [EFA1906156](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1906156/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | 210469WAW Renovation of existing first and ground floor space | $300,000 | [E1906160](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906160/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | phase 2 - 210466WAW Renovation of existing medical support space. | $53,000 | [E1906155](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906155/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | Furnish and install new OR panel and 8 receptacles 480v 60Amp 30 circuit isolation panel | $22,000 | [E1905115](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905115/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [22 Rambler Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-rambler-rd/) | 910 ft NE | Electrical | Install TV outlet and in-wall HDMI cables; add closet outlet; run new 15A circuit for radon fan with weatherproof switch; route wiring through basement; patch as needed; update AFCI breakers; adjust HDMI length and fan location. | $1,900 | [E1901903](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901903/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [108 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-westchester-rd/) | 360 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 3 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $4,910 | [SF1901759](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901759/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [81 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/81-westchester-rd/) | 410 ft NE | Solar | Installation of an interconnected rooftop pv system. 12 panels 5.4 kw dc. No structural, no ESS. Existing solar system installed. | $4,857 | [SF1900246](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900246/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [81 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/81-westchester-rd/) | 410 ft NE | Solar | Installation of an interconnected rooftop pv system. 12 panels 5.4 kw dc. No ESS no structural. existing system installed. | $16,478 | [E1900250](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900250/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | Upgrading Existing Storage closet finishes to meet new infectious controls requirements. Removing & Reinstalling 12 Fixtures | $9,000 | [E1900834](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900834/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [132 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132-westchester-rd/) | 630 ft NW | Electrical | Complete electrical renovation of existing single-family residence, including replacement of existing electrical wiring, devices, fixtures, and electrical equipment as required by code. | $20,000 | [E1900563](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900563/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Plumbing | Install one new sink on the 1st floor of the Faulkner Hospital | $5,000 | [PL1899878](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1899878/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Change of ceiling types in 9 patient rooms. Ceilings being changed from ACT to GWB per Dept of Health Requirements | $250,000 | [SF1894229](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894229/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [81 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/81-westchester-rd/) | 410 ft NE | Electrical | Wire Sauna | $3,800 | [E1889569](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889569/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [132 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132-westchester-rd/) | 630 ft NW | Plumbing | Renovation: 1 gas stove and 1 furnace. | $800 | [G1893914](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1893914/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [132 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132-westchester-rd/) | 630 ft NW | Plumbing | Renovation: 1 kitchen, 1 full bathroom, 1 3/4-bathroom and 1 laundry. | $11,200 | [PL1891842](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1891842/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [35 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-westchester-rd/) | 880 ft E | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | $1,000 | [G1889601](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1889601/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [100 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-westchester-rd/) | 280 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of the kitchen / dining area on the first floor. Add a bathroom on the second floor and renovate the existing second-floor bath. | $716,000 | [SF1871430](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871430/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [48 Malcolm Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-malcolm-rd/) | 980 ft SW | Plumbing | Replacing gas furnace with new in existing location in the basement. | $4,000 | [G1875677](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1875677/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Repairing damage to a parking garage. | $850,000 | [ALT1861965](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1861965/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [60 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-westchester-rd/) | 540 ft E | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation | $9,624 | [SF1861935](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861935/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [22 Rambler Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-rambler-rd/) | 910 ft NE | Electrical | Install of radon fan (excluding power) on west exterior. Powered by licensed electrician under separate permit. Install of approx. 20 feet of 4" PVC pipe from basement slab to above roof eave termination. Install of U-tube manometer indicator. Seal penetration in exterior wall. Stickers as required. | $500 | [SF1872168](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872168/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | 210493WAW upgrading existing office finishes to meet new exam room requirements. | $13,000 | [E1870385](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870385/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Plumbing | Installation of additional hand sink and shop sink on the first floor of BWH Faulkner for renovations. | $1,000 | [PL1870747](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1870747/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [132 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132-westchester-rd/) | 630 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Pending;alt1861562 occupancy committee.strp and re roofing/ replace all windows /remodeling 2 bathroos / update kitchen replace cabinets /patch and paint interior and exterior /refinish hard wood floors | $135,000 | [SF1860033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860033/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Fire systems | 210469WAW Renovation of existing second floor space | $39,000 | [EFA1861846](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1861846/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [132 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132-westchester-rd/) | 630 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing 1 family residential. | Not listed | [ALT1861562](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1861562/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [107 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-whitcomb-av/) | 300 ft W | Alteration or repair | install flue liner, install non-combustible surfaces below and behind stove. install wood stove | $16,000 | [SF1863803](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863803/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Plumbing | Installation of 2 sinks at the BWFH Faulkner Hospital on the 5th floor. | $15,000 | [PL1862689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862689/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Fire systems | 210469WAW Renovation of existing first and ground floor space | $35,000 | [EFA1864737](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1864737/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | 210469WAW Renovation of existing first and ground floor space | $323,000 | [E1864736](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864736/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [40 Malcolm Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-malcolm-rd/) | 900 ft SW | Plumbing | water heater replacement | $650 | [PL1863070](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863070/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [40 Malcolm Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-malcolm-rd/) | 900 ft SW | Plumbing | water heater replacement | $600 | [G1863069](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1863069/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Plumbing | Install of new flushing rim sink, and L1 lavatory sink per updated bulletin on the first floor of BWH Faulkner. | $12,000 | [PL1863026](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863026/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [1 Arborview Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-arborview-rd/) | 290 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 entry door, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $1,797 | [SF1860870](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860870/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | 210469WAW Renovation of existing second floor space | $309,000 | [E1861841](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861841/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [73 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-westchester-rd/) | 500 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $5,000 | [SF1858025](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858025/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Scope is limited to upgrading existing office finishes to meet new exam room requirements. New sinks to be provided for new exam rooms. | $259,888 | [SF1857758](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857758/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | Move nurse call duty station from FKA1026 to FKA1008. | $3,000 | [ELV1861376](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1861376/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | Electrical work associated with changes made to existing Workrooms FKA1026 and FKA1008 | $8,000 | [E1861380](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861380/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [77 Westchester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-westchester-rd/) | 440 ft NE | Electrical | New electric stove circuit | $2,616 | [E1860981](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860981/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Scope is limited to upgrading existing storage closet finishes to meet new infectious controls requirements. | $46,612 | [SF1857543](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857543/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Demolition of existing interior finishes and installation of new sinks, and interior finishes. | $247,000 | [SF1858349](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858349/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [23 Lila Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-lila-rd/) | 280 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Removal and replacement of damaged parts of the rear porch, including stairs, railings, and posts. No changes to existing deck footprint, elevation, or dimensions. All repairs will be with similar, stained pressure treated wood. Home is 2 story; porch is 1 story and not covered. | $17,500 | [SF1846737](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846737/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [5 Lila Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-lila-rd/) | 340 ft E | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation and Air Sealing | $9,500 | [SF1845151](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845151/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Plumbing | Complete renovation of the 1st floor and basement at the BWFH Belkin House. This includes new pipe, toilets, sinks, and associated equipment. | $80,000 | [PL1847444](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1847444/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | Provide and install a new 16 reader panel with 11 new readers and two readers being retrofitted, Four interior 5MP AI cameras will be installed in the lobbies of all four floors and a single 4 sensor camera 8MP each lens will be installed. | $23,465 | [ELV1847267](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1847267/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | 51 New Data Locations | $73,000 | [ELV1846510](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1846510/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | Installation of 181 Data locations. (D160125) | $210,000 | [ELV1845856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1845856/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [1153 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1153-centre-st/) | 900 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Interior fit out of the 1st floor and Basement to include new architectural finishes, as well as new mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, electrical, and fire alarm systems. | $1,475,109 | [ALT1835500](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1835500/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 11 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2026 | [38 Louder'S Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-louder's-ln/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | replacing existing 80% boiler | $16,995 | [PL1895835](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895835/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [38 Louder'S Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-louder's-ln/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | replacing 80% boiler | $16,995 | [G1895840](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1895840/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [38 Louder'S Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-louder's-ln/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | replacing old boiler with similar | $16,995 | [E1895820](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895820/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [44 Allandale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-allandale-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Fire systems | American Service Company will rewire NAC Circuit 1 which has a ground fault. Affter the ground fault has been addressed we will be upgrading the fire alarm system head end equipment from EST3 to EST4 | $55,480 | [EFA1890607](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1890607/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [44 Allandale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-allandale-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Fire systems | Add (2) smoke detectors to existing system | $3,500 | [EFA1862296](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1862296/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [7 Rambler Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-rambler-rd/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Install new temp service - house to be torn down | $1,000 | [ETS1882910](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1882910/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [416 Pond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/416-pond-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Interior non-structural renovation of a previous science classroom into a Learning Support Center with study rooms and office. | $100,000 | [SF1875251](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875251/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [416 Pond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/416-pond-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Interior demolition of abandoned classroom to create new "support learning center" for British International School of Boston. Area of space is approximately 1,080 s.f. There is no structural work and no exterior work. Demolition is limited to classroom fixtures, flooring, ceiling, and storage. | $15,000 | [SF1862552](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862552/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [44 Allandale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-allandale-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Fire systems | Relocation and adjustment of 3-4 Sprinkler Heads | $5,600 | [SF1851426](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851426/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [11 Rambler Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-rambler-rd/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Remove 3 existing windows and replace with 3 new windows. No structural work | $7,200 | [SF1862104](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862104/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [44 Allandale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-allandale-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Replace all common area lighting Add power for new fire places in (2) community rooms Relocate (4) outlets | $60,000 | [E1860337](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860337/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Whitcomb Av with permits, nearest house number first:

- [86 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/86-whitcomb-av/): newest permit Aug 11, 2025
- [90 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-whitcomb-av/): newest permit Sep 12, 2025
- [91 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/91-whitcomb-av/): newest permit Nov 6, 2024
- [73 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-whitcomb-av/): newest permit Jun 24, 2026
- [103 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/103-whitcomb-av/): newest permit Jan 20, 2026
- [107 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-whitcomb-av/): newest permit Jul 1, 2026
- [115 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115-whitcomb-av/): newest permit Oct 6, 2025
- [116 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-whitcomb-av/): newest permit Nov 4, 2025
- [135 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135-whitcomb-av/): newest permit Apr 23, 2025
- [139 Whitcomb Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/139-whitcomb-av/): newest permit Apr 30, 2026

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