# Building permits at 852 Morton St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $565,200 project at 2-26 Marden Av, permitted Jun 4.

Two permits on record here. The newest, Jan 9, 2025: Remove & replace 3 entry doors. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 57 more permits (52 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Remove & replace 3 entry doors; like for like size; no structural changes | $21,589 | [SF1676683](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1676683/) |
| Apr 14, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Replace vinyl siding, front porch, aluminum gutter, install vinyl basement window, replace counter top at kitchen and ceramic flooring | $54,180 | [SF691885](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF691885/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 27 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | [98 Willowwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98-willowwood-st/) | 690 ft N | Plumbing | 2 Gas furnace replacements | $5,000 | [G1901062](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901062/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [21 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-w-selden-st/) | 810 ft SE | Electrical | Install #10 AWG circuit with 35A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60A AC disconnect with surge arrester Install #12 AWG circuit with 20A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60A AC disconnect with surge arrester Install a 20A circuit with 20A AFCI/GFCI breaker for a service receptacle For a 5.5 heat pump system for apt 1 | $3,000 | [E1900014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900014/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [487 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/487-norfolk-st/) | 950 ft SW | Electrical | Install compressor for Walk-in Freezer | $1,800 | [E1890808](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890808/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [42 Hosmer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-hosmer-st/) | 990 ft W | Electrical | Upgrade service from 100 amps to 200amps | $7,500 | [E1897381](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897381/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [42 Astoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-astoria-st/) | 590 ft S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-886102 886100 886099) (Unit-1,Unit-2,Unit-3) | $12,000 | [SF1895054](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895054/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [84 Willowwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-willowwood-st/) | 850 ft N | Plumbing | Gas furnace installation | $6,500 | [G1891727](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1891727/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [10 Sutton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-sutton-st/) | 770 ft W | Plumbing | install: toilets, shower, lav, sink and laundry hook up | $11,000 | [PL1892884](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1892884/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [92 Willowwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/92-willowwood-st/) | 780 ft N | Roofing | Roof replacement | $18,500 | [SF1891839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891839/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [84 Willowwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-willowwood-st/) | 850 ft N | Plumbing | tankless water heater installed | $6,500 | [PL1891738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1891738/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [152 Ballou Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152-ballou-av/) | 860 ft NE | Alteration or repair | complete install vinyl siding,with 3/8 insulation foam.complete install 30 vinyl double hung window.replace 6 interior door, replace four exterior door | $85,000 | [SF1889943](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889943/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [19 Hildreth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-hildreth-st/) | 630 ft NW | Plumbing | Retest of 1st floor gas line | $1,000 | [G1887749](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1887749/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [487 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/487-norfolk-st/) | 950 ft SW | Electrical | install walk in cooler. Dimensions 13'6" x 8' x 7'. Any electric to be done by licensed electrician and will apply for their own permit. | $32,806 | [SF1879635](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879635/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [19 Hildreth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-hildreth-st/) | 630 ft NW | Plumbing | Gas re-test for floor #1. | $1,000 | [G1880981](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1880981/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [67 Woolson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-woolson-st/) | 740 ft W | Plumbing | Estimate includes Labor and materials 2-3 technician required. Disconnect, both bathroom vanity second and the third floor to get access on the tub Replacing 2 tubs third and the second floor by open up a little bit the tile wall to get access installing the new tubs (size 60inch x30 )( right side d | Not listed | [PL1875101](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1875101/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [72 Mountain Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72-mountain-av/) | 1,000 ft N | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,247 | [PL1874132](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1874132/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [72 Mountain Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72-mountain-av/) | 1,000 ft N | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,247 | [G1874129](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1874129/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [20 Sutton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-sutton-st/) | 870 ft W | Alteration or repair | Extension of living space from unit one into basement.; renovation of a basement, framing, flooring, drywall, insulation and painting | $49,400 | [ALT1848144](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1848144/) |
| Jul 4, 2026 | [12 Verrill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-verrill-st/) | 620 ft W | Solar | Installation of roof mount solar system | $45,633 | [SF1850934](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850934/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [12 Verrill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-verrill-st/) | 620 ft W | Solar | Install 26 solar panels 10.66 kW | $45,633 | [E1850926](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850926/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [429 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/429-norfolk-st/) | 320 ft NW | Electrical | Diesel generator to Power Inflatables for duration of event | $400 | [E1861796](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861796/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [67 Astoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-astoria-st/) | 890 ft SW | Plumbing | (2) boiler replacements, for Unit 1 and Unit 3. | $15,000 | [PL1855594](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1855594/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [67 Astoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-astoria-st/) | 890 ft SW | Plumbing | (2) boiler replacements, for Unit 1 and Unit 3. | $15,000 | [G1855585](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1855585/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [17 Elizabeth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-elizabeth-st/) | 810 ft SW | Solar | Installation of 5.74 kw solar panels located on roof of dwelling | $30,186 | [ALT1817004](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1817004/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [71 Willowwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-willowwood-st/) | 930 ft N | Electrical | Adding 2 meters | $6,500 | [E1849453](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1849453/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [93 Corbet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/93-corbet-st/) | 890 ft E | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1845676](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1845676/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [116 Evans St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-evans-st/) | 780 ft E | Plumbing | 1 Laundry 1 Kitchen 1 Bathroom 1 Water Heater | $4,000 | [PL1844525](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1844525/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [52 Woolson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-woolson-st/) | 910 ft W | Fire systems | Installing addressable fire alarm system that consists of smokes, horn strobes and pulls in the common hallways. Sounders in the bedrooms. All signals will transmitted to a UL listed Central Station. | $6,000 | [EFA1843883](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1843883/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 30 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [101 Evans St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/101-evans-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Upgrade Electrical Service From 100 Amp to 200 Amp | $12,000 | [E1908154](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1908154/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [75 Jacob St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-jacob-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Remove existing tub/shower and replace with new tub/shower in existing footprint. Repair walls as needed. No structural work. Safety film being applied for non tempered window. Work to take place at 77 jacob st (The primary address is 75 Jacob Street) | $23,658 | [SF1905892](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905892/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [68 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-mascot-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of an existing two-family dwelling, including two kitchens, three bathrooms, and construction of a new third-floor dormer. Work includes associated structural, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation, drywall, roofing, siding, windows, and interior finishes per approved plans. | $198,000 | [ALT1874357](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1874357/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [53 Clarkwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/53-clarkwood-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Roofing | Full tear-off and replacement of the existing asphalt shingle roof with Owens Corning Oakridge AR shingles. Install new synthetic underlayment, ice & water barrier, drip edge, flashing, pipe boots, ridge vent, and intake ventilation. Replace roof decking as needed using 15/32" CDX plywood. No struct | $22,050 | [SF1899745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899745/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [9-11 Lorna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9--11-lorna-rd/) | 0.21 mi SE | Roofing | Shingle Roof strip and cover | $14,000 | [SF1901735](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901735/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [18 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-nelson-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Roofing | Remove and replace: 25 sq asphalt roofing and 1 vented skylight | $26,101 | [SF1896649](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896649/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [18 Leston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-leston-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1900289](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1900289/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [85 Astoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-astoria-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove & replace 4 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $12,190 | [SF1896294](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896294/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [12 Leston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-leston-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | install 1800sq ft siding including trim and gutters - no change to structure | $82,659 | [SF1891689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891689/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [12 Leston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-leston-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | remove and replace 19 windows and one entry door - same size as existing - no change in structure | $70,799 | [SF1891659](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891659/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [68 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-mascot-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Plumbing | 3 bathrooms and 2 kitchens | $8,000 | [PL1868321](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868321/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [8-10 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--10-nelson-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Adt will be running low voltage wiring for 1 cctv cameras | $760 | [ELV1877851](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1877851/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [8 Leston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-leston-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Roofing | Strip and replace roofing material Install metal covering over facia | $10,500 | [SF1877140](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877140/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [64 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-nelson-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Solar | Install 6.6kW DC (15 panels) rooftop solar array | $22,241 | [SF1867227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867227/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [64 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-nelson-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Solar | install 6.6kW DC (15 panels) rooftop solar array | $7,414 | [E1868016](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868016/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [78 Astoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-astoria-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | First floor shower pan replacement Third floor shower pan replacement | $2,500 | [PL1866959](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1866959/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [78 Astoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-astoria-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove 2 existing tub/shower and replace with 2 new tub/shower in existing footprint. Repair walls as needed. No structural work. !st flr and 3rd flr | $34,900 | [SF1862051](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862051/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [83 Wildwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/83-wildwood-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Temporary service | $500 | [ETS1865224](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1865224/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [68 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-mascot-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Demo of interior Kitchens and bathrooms | $5,000 | [SF1859665](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859665/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [65-67 Clarkwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65--67-clarkwood-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Insulating ext walls and attic with blown in insulation | $14,830 | [SF1858150](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858150/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [79 Wildwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-wildwood-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Replacement of broken pipe on service after tree took it down | $1,000 | [E1856121](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856121/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [65-67 Clarkwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65--67-clarkwood-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Replacing two exhaust fans in the bathrooms | $1,500 | [E1859020](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859020/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [2-26 Marden Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--26-marden-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Roofing | remove and replace roof shingles, siding, and deck boards and rails | $565,200 | [SF1856805](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856805/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [75 Jacob St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-jacob-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 3.28 KW 8 panels with installation of 1 Franklin battery installed on exterior of home. Work to be done at 77 Jacob St. | $42,300 | [SF1838297](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1838297/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [65 Lorna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-lorna-rd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 11.89 kw 29 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $68,700 | [SF1850105](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850105/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [65 Lorna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-lorna-rd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 11.89 kw 29 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $68,700 | [E1850115](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850115/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [37 Woolson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-woolson-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | Retest de gas line to check for leaks on unit 03 | $1,000 | [G1849519](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1849519/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [62 Mountain Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-mountain-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Replace variable speed bath fan, with controls. Site id: cap-24820 | $2,000 | [E1848634](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848634/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [58 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-mascot-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.02 kw 22 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $73,800 | [SF1847292](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847292/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [58 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-mascot-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.02 kw 22 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $73,800 | [E1847297](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847297/) |

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No decision posted | Jun 2, 2026 | 841 to 847 Morton St | 170 ft SW | To demolish the existing structure under SF#, erect a mixed use building for fifty-two residential units… | [BOA1839863](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Concluded" | 2026-04-15 |

## More on this street

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

- [841 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/841-morton-st/): newest permit Dec 16, 2025
- [884-888 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/884--888-morton-st/): newest permit Dec 31, 2025
- [888 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/888-morton-st/): newest permit Sep 19, 2025
- [814 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/814-morton-st/): newest permit Oct 24, 2024
- [808 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/808-morton-st/): newest permit Oct 3, 2024
- [775 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/775-morton-st/): newest permit Mar 3, 2026
- [943 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/943-morton-st/): newest permit Jun 30, 2025
- [949-951 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/949--951-morton-st/): newest permit Dec 4, 2025
- [956 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/956-morton-st/): newest permit Dec 23, 2024
- [957 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/957-morton-st/): newest permit Jul 13, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-14 12:30 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 14, 10:17 UTC.

Map, both permits at this address and 57 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/852-morton-st/