# Building permits at 89 Norfolk Av, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $800,000 alteration or repair at 65 Allerton St, permitted Jul 31.

Four permits on record here. The newest, Jan 23, 2025: Installation of (2) 20' tall poles that will house battery-powered security cameras. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 37 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Installation of (2) 20' tall poles that will house battery-powered security cameras. | $750 | [ALT1620862](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1620862/) |
| Jun 8, 2022 | Alteration or repair | This is an alteration permit for the installation approx. 400 linear feet of an outdoor burglar alarm system/electric fence, battery powered, low voltage, (no AC power) 10' in height, that will be located inside (further interior) of existing chain link fence, per plans, around property.*Re:ALT69290 | $14,480 | [ALT1306815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1306815/) |
| Aug 15, 2017 | Fence, wall or deck | ALT692903 permit - we're changing from slating to using 1"x1" opening mesh for the chain link fence. The client/business needs to have passing traffic see into his property for sales. Slating will completely obscure the property. Mesh prevents anyone from reaching through but allows for transparency | Not listed | [A729989](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A729989/) |
| Jun 1, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Installation of 10 feet high, battery powered, low voltage (12V, DC) perimeter security system (i.e. electric fence), to be located 4-12 inches behind existing 8 feet high chain link fence. | $10,000 | [ALT692903](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT692903/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 29 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [30-32 Clarence St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--32-clarence-st/) | 930 ft S | Electrical | Meter replacement as part of Eversource's AMI project | $1,500 | [E1904530](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904530/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | 26-0292-10 Planning Suffolk | $15,000 | [ELV1902775](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1902775/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | 26-0292-10 Mission Control OP5 Suffolk | $8,000 | [ELV1902770](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1902770/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | 26-0292-10 CO-LAB Suffolk | $5,000 | [ELV1901866](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1901866/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | low voltage wiring for lighting controls for first floor planning dept | $8,500 | [ELV1901488](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1901488/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage cabling for lighting controls on the first floor | $6,500 | [ELV1901482](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1901482/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [120 George St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-george-st/) | 890 ft S | Fire systems | Replace existing fire alarm panel with new panel. Add cellular dialer. Work to be completed and tested during a single 8 hour shift. Building is a bha property | $6,000 | [EFA1900658](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1900658/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Demo and make safe, rework circuits, and run new power and lighting for the planning dept. | $27,000 | [E1901475](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901475/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Demo and make a safe space on the first floor. Rework power and add new lighting. | $9,000 | [E1901256](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901256/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Demo, rework existing circuits, add new lighting, power, and lighting control on the first floor | $11,000 | [E1896475](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896475/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [169-171 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/169--171-norfolk-av/) | 810 ft SE | Roofing | Roof repair with some sections replaced to address roof leaks. | $3,900 | [SF1889471](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889471/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [75 Proctor St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-proctor-st/) | 580 ft SE | Fire systems | Installation of Fire Alarm security device (cell back up communicator) to existing Fire Alarm located at 75 Proctor St Boston MA 02119 (100862053-02) | $1,920 | [EFA1880335](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1880335/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [100 Magazine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-magazine-st/) | 710 ft E | Electrical | Audio Visual installation | $50,000 | [ELV1880581](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1880581/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Interior fitout renovation of approximately 2,100 SF existing 1st floor offices and conference room. No structural modifications. Scope includes new acoustical ceiling panels, minor HVAC and lighting modifications, 8 sprinkler head adjustments, upgraded finishes, LED display, glass partitions, and a | $800,000 | [SF1880477](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880477/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Interior fitout renovation of approximately 975 SF existing 1st floor Golf Simulator room. No structural modifications. Scope includes new acoustical ceiling panels, minor HVAC and lighting modifications, 8 sprinkler head adjustments, upgraded finishes, LED display, and associated coordination. | $500,000 | [SF1880189](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880189/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [75 Proctor St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-proctor-st/) | 580 ft SE | Electrical | Installation of fire alarm security devices to existing fire alarm located at 75 Proctor LLC 75 Proctor St Boston MA 02119 (100862053-02) | $1,920 | [ELV1869659](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1869659/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Interior fitout renovation of ~820 SF existing 1st floor conference room. No structural modifications. Scope includes new gypsum ceiling with acoustical panels, minor HVAC and lighting modifications, 8 sprinkler head adjustments, upgraded finishes, LED display, and associated coordination. | $740,000 | [SF1864071](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864071/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [213 Eustis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/213-eustis-st/) | 910 ft W | Plumbing | Replacing bathroom fixtures | $2,500 | [PL1863370](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863370/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [100 Magazine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-magazine-st/) | 710 ft E | Electrical | furnish & installation of low voltage cabling & devices for telecommunications, CCTV, and access control | $300,000 | [ELV1861160](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1861160/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Low Voltage HVAC Wiring | $115,000 | [ELV1859362](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1859362/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Fire systems | Permit is being applied for FA alterations is in relation to SF1837113. Swapping (1) strobe for a horn strobe. Adding (1) module relay to shutdown AV in the event of FA activation. Adding (1) module relay to shutdown AV speakers in the event of FA activation. | $3,000 | [ALT1850642](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1850642/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Fire systems | Adding 1 exit sign. Relocating (2) existing Fire Alarm Horn Strobes and adding (2) Fire Alarm Horn Strobes due to new wall layout. | $7,500 | [ALT1849293](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1849293/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [20 Magazine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-magazine-st/) | 620 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Repair front stairs | $10,000 | [SF1852887](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852887/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [47 Kemble St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-kemble-st/) | 760 ft NW | Fire systems | Amendment to Permit #ALT1761256. Continuation of repairs from fire event 5/13/25. Addition of the new Elevated Electric and Sorting Rooms. New: (1)Smoke, (3)Pulls, (3)Horn/Strobes. Existing: (8)Monitor Modules for new sprinkler system, reprogramming as necessary. | $8,700 | [A1845404](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1845404/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [169-171 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/169--171-norfolk-av/) | 810 ft SE | Plumbing | Install a Rheem 30 gallon point-of-use water heater in the ceiling of men's bathroom | $1,000 | [PL1849056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1849056/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Fire systems | Renovate a space on the first floor. Move a horn strobe, relocate two smoke detectors. | $6,000 | [EFA1847449](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1847449/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Rework and renovate a space on the first floor, including lighting and power, and one new 100-amp 120/208 panelboard. | $35,000 | [E1847443](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847443/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [65 Allerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-allerton-st/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Suffolk Low Voltage Cabling | $5,000 | [ELV1847306](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1847306/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [18 Magazine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-magazine-st/) | 640 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Weatherization and air sealing with the mass save program. No structural changes. | $734 | [SF1844671](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844671/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2026 | [175-177 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/175--177-norfolk-av/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom rehab replacing siding on the rear and right side of the house; | $83,800 | [SF1902390](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902390/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [451 Dudley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/451-dudley-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | 2nd Floor Bathroom - Replace shower stall. No structural change. (Other is a valve) | $1,500 | [PL1890174](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1890174/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [28 Shirley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-shirley-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Replace bathroom fan with panasonic bath fan and air cycler smart switch for weatherization work. | $2,400 | [E1887153](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887153/) |
| Aug 8, 2026 | [28 Shirley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-shirley-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Blown cellulose in attic and walls. Additional weatherization including air sealing, weather strips, and attic ventillation. | $21,091 | [SF1879712](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879712/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [169-173 Eustis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/169--173-eustis-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Add blown cellulose insulation and air sealing at attic | $3,160 | [SF1875398](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875398/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [53 Forest St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/53-forest-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Upgrade service from 2 meters 200 amps to 4 meters 350 amps | $4,000 | [E1860999](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860999/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [60 Forest St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-forest-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Electrical | I am adding a new 40A circuit for an induction range | $1,400 | [E1859092](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859092/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [25-35 Chesterton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25--35-chesterton-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Sign | Remove existing signs and install new signs x3 | $19,500 | [ALT1851280](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1851280/) |

## 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 |  | 45 Clarence St | 900 ft S | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1863548](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-06-22 |
| Requested |  | 61 Forest St | 0.23 mi SW | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1822469](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-02-19 |
| Approved | Jul 14, 2026 | 100 Magazine St | 720 ft E | To renovate 100 Magazine Street includes office and assembly upgrades, facade, windows, canopies… | [BOA1855037](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-05-27 |

## More on this street

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

- [109 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/109-norfolk-av/): newest permit Oct 14, 2025
- [62-68 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62--68-norfolk-av/): newest permit Jul 1, 2025
- [121-123 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/121--123-norfolk-av/): newest permit Jan 28, 2025
- [150 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/150-norfolk-av/): newest permit Jul 24, 2025
- [160 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-norfolk-av/): newest permit Jun 2, 2025
- [169-171 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/169--171-norfolk-av/): newest permit Aug 24, 2026
- [175-177 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/175--177-norfolk-av/): newest permit Sep 18, 2026
- [176 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/176-norfolk-av/): newest permit Jun 10, 2025
- [179-183 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/179--183-norfolk-av/): newest permit Dec 30, 2024
- [184 Norfolk Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/184-norfolk-av/): newest permit Oct 23, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-16 00:58 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 15, 18:47 UTC.

Map, all 4 permits at this address and 37 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-norfolk-av/