# Building permits at 98 Hancock St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1.6M new building at 8 Sawyer Av, permitted May 15.

Five permits on record here. The newest, Nov 8, 2024: UNIT 1- Wire one mini split. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 83 more permits (82 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.24 mi away. A zoning hearing Nov 10 covers 81 Sawyer Av, 580 ft east.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 8, 2024 | Electrical | UNIT 1- Wire one mini split | $600 | [E1662822](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1662822/) |
| Jul 31, 2015 | Alteration or repair | remove and repair porch joist,and presure treated flooring, moldings, replace entry door,paint exterior trim, replace the bathroom | $28,400 | [SF501359](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF501359/) |
| Jul 9, 2015 | Alteration or repair | Pave rear yard with concrete pavement, Install drain system with a Dry-well, as per plans. | $10,000 | [ALT441794](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT441794/) |
| Oct 15, 2012 | Roofing | Remove; chain link fence and replace with 4' retain wall | $3,500 | [SF191490](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF191490/) |
| Sep 16, 2010 | Fence, wall or deck | repair wall and fix fence in front house | $3,000 | [SF42834](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF42834/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 5 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | [101 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/101-hancock-st/) | 140 ft SW | Electrical | Adding a meter for the ADU | $1,500 | [E1882346](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882346/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [101 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/101-hancock-st/) | 140 ft SW | Plumbing | New baths and kitchen@ Basement Unit | $13,000 | [PL1878699](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1878699/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [101 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/101-hancock-st/) | 140 ft SW | Plumbing | gas piping for 1 furnace, 1 dryer, 1 stove, 1 water heater | $3,000 | [G1878778](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1878778/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [101 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/101-hancock-st/) | 140 ft SW | Fire systems | Build ADU in Basement as per stamped plans to include fire suppression system for the ADU and all common area | $148,000 | [ALT1797544](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1797544/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [89 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-hancock-st/) | 190 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | HVAC, Ductless minisplits, 3 duckless heads | $25,000 | [SF1843582](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843582/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 55 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [22 Ronan St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-ronan-st/) | 850 ft SW | Alteration or repair | REPLACE, 10sq siding, labor | $8,500 | [SF1907092](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1907092/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [28 Windermere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-windermere-rd/) | 640 ft NE | Electrical | This is 2 dwellings unit,Underground service upgrade, 100 amp per unit unit and adding new meter for public | $7,800 | [E1875029](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875029/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [90 Cushing Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-cushing-av/) | 510 ft N | Fire systems | Partial Demolition of an existing Fire Alarm System @ 90 Cushing. The portion of the building/FA system being demoed is in a connected building VIA a Bridged Pathway, 31 Windmere, this building and system components are on the FACP located at 90 Cushing Lobby which is remaining active. | $12,500 | [EFA1904034](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1904034/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [39 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-hancock-st/) | 740 ft NW | Electrical | Replace main breaker for Eversource AMI project | $2,000 | [E1891697](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891697/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [12 Trull St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-trull-st/) | 410 ft W | Addition | Connect the basement apartment to one meter only.( change from 3-family to 4-family) | $2,000 | [E1897914](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897914/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4 Trull St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-trull-st/) | 260 ft W | Roofing | ROOF REPLACEMENT- 14 SQ Remove existing shingles and install new ice water & shield, underlayment, new 30 yr arch shongles, drip edge, pipe flashing, ridge vent and flashing of chimney. | $12,000 | [SF1902252](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902252/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [34-36 Howe St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34--36-howe-st/) | 710 ft S | Alteration or repair | 3. Remove and dispose of the existing tile and Durock from above the tub. 4. Remove and dispose of the existing bathtub. 5. lnspect the existing framing and make sure it is clean, dry, and secure. lf damaged, deteriorated, or rotten wood is discovered behind the walls, additional work and costs | $17,850 | [SF1895964](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895964/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [34-36 Howe St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34--36-howe-st/) | 710 ft S | Plumbing | Replace shower | $2,700 | [PL1899366](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1899366/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [14-16 Jerome St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14--16-jerome-st/) | 830 ft N | Plumbing | #16 - First Floor Bathroom - Replace shower stall, no structural change. (Other is a valve) | $1,500 | [PL1896846](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1896846/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [28-30 Downer Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--30-downer-av/) | 940 ft SE | Alteration or repair | replace rear porch exact same foot print | $21,450 | [SF1896887](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896887/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [49 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-hancock-st/) | 640 ft NW | Solar | Installation of a safe and code-compliant grid-tied solar system on an existing residential roof. 33 Panels, 14.19 kW DC. | $12,000 | [SF1875168](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875168/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [49 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-hancock-st/) | 640 ft NW | Solar | Installation of a safe and code-compliant grid-tied solar system on an existing residential roof. 33 Panels, 14.19 kW DC. | $38,000 | [E1875191](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875191/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [131 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-hancock-st/) | 470 ft S | Alteration or repair | The project is creating an outdoor classroom at the existing school, which includes various exterior landscaping and patio/decking. | $320,000 | [ALT1874795](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1874795/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [15-19 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--19-glen-st/) | 870 ft W | Plumbing | dishwasher replacement | $250 | [PL1891565](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1891565/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [75-83 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75--83-hancock-st/) | 300 ft W | Electrical | Installation of a low voltage system for telephone outlets, tvs, and doorbells throughout building | $60,000 | [ELV1889998](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1889998/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [41 Cushing Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-cushing-av/) | 980 ft N | Roofing | Remove and dispose of existing roof. Replace 3500 sf if asphalt shingles, install new copper gutters, install miscellaneous trim. | $30,000 | [SF1891144](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891144/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [9 Fernald Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-fernald-te/) | 940 ft SW | Roofing | Strip and reroof. This roof will be replaced based on insurance claim price. If price changes, we will inform you. | $22,915 | [SF1852293](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852293/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [81 Sawyer Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/81-sawyer-av/) | 580 ft E | Alteration or repair | Demolish all kitchen cabinets, flooring, doors, plaster, and insulation back to studs. Dispose of all construction debris off site. Install new blueboard and plaster, flooring, windows, doors, paint, and new MEP's | $80,000 | [SF1886890](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886890/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [419-429 Bowdoin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/419--429-bowdoin-st/) | 940 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Correct ISD Violation V892294 at Unit 427 (salon). Remove debris from collapsed ceiling in 3 locations, remove standing water, replace damaged ceiling tiles, repair and plaster ceiling. Interior only; no structural work, no change of use. Owner authorization on file. Inspector: M. Flowers. | $2,350 | [SF1880869](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880869/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [75-83 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75--83-hancock-st/) | 300 ft W | Fire systems | Installation of complete fire alarm system throughout 32 unit mixed-use building | $40,000 | [EFA1890007](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1890007/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [90 Cushing Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-cushing-av/) | 510 ft N | Plumbing | Install new gas main to the five existing boilers being relocated, connect to existing generator to gas main. Relocate the following: (2) domestic hot water boilers 500,000btus each, (3) heating boilers (1) will be standby only 800,000btus each, 2,600,000btus. reconnect gas generator 1,624,000btus | $55,000 | [G1883971](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1883971/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [32 Salcombe St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-salcombe-st/) | 870 ft NE | Electrical | Power to one condenser and one air handler | $600 | [E1887465](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887465/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [90 Cushing Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-cushing-av/) | 510 ft N | Fire systems | Permit ERT1529869 for 31 Windermere has parts of 90 cushing being demoed. To do so the fire alarm needs to be pulled back and retested. Also a new upsized fire service will be brought into the building.FA retested and Fire service upsize approved only.(TN) | $50,000 | [ALT1812650](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1812650/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [28-30 Downer Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--30-downer-av/) | 940 ft SE | Roofing | Remove existing shingles down to bare wood Install Ice & water & underlayment Install GAF lifetime shingles approx. 22 sq | $17,000 | [SF1886692](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886692/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [75-83 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75--83-hancock-st/) | 300 ft W | Electrical | Electrical installation for 32 units | $360,000 | [E1888110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888110/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [49 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-hancock-st/) | 640 ft NW | Roofing | Roof replacement - Remove existing layers, inspect decking & replace if needed. Install proper underlayment, install new shingles. | $19,980 | [SF1877762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877762/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [22 Payson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-payson-av/) | 890 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 4 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $14,706 | [SF1875973](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875973/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [5 Trull St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-trull-st/) | 380 ft W | Alteration or repair | Air Sealing Blow in dense-pack cellulose inside walls | $12,900 | [SF1875865](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875865/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [114 Sawyer Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114-sawyer-av/) | 420 ft N | Plumbing | Test gas pipe meter locked out | $600 | [G1880431](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1880431/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [90 Cushing Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-cushing-av/) | 510 ft N | Plumbing | Demo and cap five fixtures, install new fixtures, and relocation of one storage tank. | $60,000 | [PL1875804](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1875804/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [49 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-hancock-st/) | 640 ft NW | Solar | Required to add a main breaker in the MSP so we can perform a LDST in the meter main | $550 | [E1875215](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875215/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [49 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-hancock-st/) | 640 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Insulation | $10,300 | [SF1863114](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863114/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [75-83 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75--83-hancock-st/) | 300 ft W | Electrical | Repair Permit for laundry Panel | $2,000 | [E1870344](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870344/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [131 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-hancock-st/) | 470 ft S | Electrical | Need to remove and replace the polywater system in the conduits in the switchgear. Need a utility shutdown to do so. Once the new system is in place we need the workorder called back in by the inspector. | $1,000 | [E1843932](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1843932/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [15-19 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--19-glen-st/) | 870 ft W | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | $5,500 | [G1863103](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1863103/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [14 Windermere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-windermere-rd/) | 910 ft NE | Alteration or repair | vinyl side home | $35,000 | [SF1861133](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861133/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [90 Cushing Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-cushing-av/) | 510 ft N | Electrical | Electrical Demo & Make Safe Of Power to Existing Building that is being Prepared for Demo. This will include some relocation of existing circuits to Maintain Power to some areas being temporarily used during the Demo and Enabling phase of the project. | $25,000 | [E1860680](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860680/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [26 Jerome St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-jerome-st/) | 800 ft N | Alteration or repair | Build a roof deck over existing garage structure in which unit owner has exclusive rights to. Existing door from side of the building will be used as access to deck. | $26,000 | [ALT1830281](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1830281/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [5 Ware St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-ware-st/) | 750 ft SW | Electrical | Single family conversion to two family | $33,000 | [E1858130](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858130/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [16 Glendale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-glendale-st/) | 520 ft W | Fire systems | Install 24v fire alarm system for sprinkler system. | $15,000 | [EFA1857362](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1857362/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [16 Glendale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-glendale-st/) | 520 ft W | Fire systems | Install Smoke and carbon detectors where required by law. | $6,000 | [EFA1857356](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1857356/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [16 Glendale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-glendale-st/) | 520 ft W | Electrical | Wire entire four family to code. Service 200 amps add 4 meters including public. | $60,000 | [E1857347](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857347/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [27 Howe St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-howe-st/) | 480 ft SW | Solar | Rooftop solar 17 panels 6.97 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall no structural | $21,942 | [SF1846902](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846902/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [27 Howe St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-howe-st/) | 480 ft SW | Solar | Rooftop solar 21 panels 8.61 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $76,692 | [E1855801](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855801/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [49 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-hancock-st/) | 640 ft NW | Electrical | Final at the service. Please call the applicant to install the electrical meters. Eversource work request number: 26315195 | $1,000 | [E1853154](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853154/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [28 Rill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-rill-st/) | 460 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Repair front steps and railing Bathroom remodel: replace Tub with shower, toilet, vanity, new tile floor | $30,000 | [SF1846812](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846812/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [28 Rill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-rill-st/) | 460 ft SW | Plumbing | Bathroom renovation | $1,500 | [PL1850495](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1850495/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [28 Rill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-rill-st/) | 460 ft SW | Electrical | Add light, switch, exhaust fan and GFCI outlet to bathroom | $1,800 | [E1850426](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850426/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [28 Rill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-rill-st/) | 460 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing one family | Not listed | [ALT1847689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1847689/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [38-44 Payson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38--44-payson-av/) | 750 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Air Sealing Blow in dense pack cellulose inside walls | $4,310 | [SF1829203](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1829203/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [40 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-hancock-st/) | 750 ft NW | Plumbing | Furnace replacement | $1,800 | [G1848114](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1848114/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [27 Howe St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-howe-st/) | 480 ft SW | Solar | Rooftop solar 17 panels 6.97 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $73,458 | [E1846906](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846906/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [123 Cushing Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/123-cushing-av/) | 650 ft E | Alteration or repair | Subdivision related to acquisition of 1,038 SF portion of 121 Cushing Ave (adjacent property). Existing residence at 123 Cushing Ave is a two-family, owner-occupied home with one rental unit. Confirm occupancy of 2 family.;No work is proposed in connection with the subdivision/acquisition. | Not listed | [ALT1820732](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1820732/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [5 Ware St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-ware-st/) | 750 ft SW | Plumbing | Bath Kitchen Laundry Water heater | $12,300 | [PL1845058](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845058/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [5 Ware St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-ware-st/) | 750 ft SW | Plumbing | Gas furnaces Ranges Water heaters | $3,200 | [G1845063](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1845063/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 23 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [17 Fernald Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-fernald-te/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Removal of existing first-floor and second-floor front decks and construction of new decks using pressure-treated lumber. New decks will match existing dimensions and layout. | $15,500 | [SF1900344](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900344/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [19 Dewolf St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-dewolf-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | renovate unit 2 kitchen area and add bathroom and laundry closet, upgrade hardwired smoke /carbon monoxide detector to code. | $66,500 | [SF1869528](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869528/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [357 Bowdoin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/357-bowdoin-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Fire systems | Install wiring for a 24v fire alarm system due to renovations on a three family. | $6,000 | [EFA1902183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1902183/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [9 Bird St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-bird-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Roofing | Roof replacement | $21,909 | [SF1886939](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886939/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [9 Bird St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-bird-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-881137) | $3,000 | [SF1880178](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880178/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [11 Salcombe St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-salcombe-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Deck Board and Railing Replacement | $50,812 | [SF1875310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875310/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [357 Bowdoin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/357-bowdoin-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Fire systems | Installing new 24v monitored conventional fire alarm system panel, communicator, pull stations, smoke/heat detectors and notification devices for existing 3-family that undergoing restoration due to previous water/fire damage. Wires to be run by other contractor. | $8,800 | [EFA1880066](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1880066/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [14 Whitby Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-whitby-te/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Replacement of 13 Windows | $22,589 | [SF1868929](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868929/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [14 Stanley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-stanley-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 4 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $11,449 | [SF1867321](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867321/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [378-380 Bowdoin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/378--380-bowdoin-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Chimney rebuild chimney rebuild includes dismantling the existing structure from the roof and laying new brickwork for stability. A new concrete crown will be poured to direct water away, while a secure cap will be added to prevent debris and animal entry. Additionally, the flashing will be sealed t | $12,354 | [SF1868363](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868363/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [11 Mount Cushing Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-mount-cushing-te/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Removal of Knob and Tube, rewire lighting in 1st and 2nd floor living room, dining room, kitchen lights, 2 bedrooms. | $20,000 | [E1870411](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870411/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [493 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/493-columbia-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 493 Columbia Rd Apt 3 | $1,200 | [ELV1867530](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1867530/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [493 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/493-columbia-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Solar | Rooftop solar 28 panels 11.48 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall no structural | $32,775 | [SF1861254](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861254/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [493 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/493-columbia-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Solar | Rooftop solar 28 panels 11.48 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $109,725 | [E1861258](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861258/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [19 Upham Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-upham-av/) | 0.19 mi N | Electrical | Service upgrade from 100 to 200A, 3 family with public meter. Underground. | $14,000 | [E1858195](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858195/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [493 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/493-columbia-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Solar | Rooftop solar 17 panels 6.97 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall no structural | $25,116 | [SF1849064](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849064/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [15 Fernald Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-fernald-te/) | 0.20 mi SW | Solar | Installation of an interconnected rooftop solar system 10 panels 4.1 KW DC No ESS, Structural upgrades Required | $26,190 | [SF1731656](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1731656/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [129 Pleasant St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/129-pleasant-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Roofing | Full replacement of existing exterior vinyl siding system including weather barrier, flashing, insulation board, aluminum trim wraps, fascia wrap and associated exterior components. Full demolition and replacement of existing rear triple-deck porch system including new concrete footings, pressure-tr | $88,682 | [SF1852624](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852624/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [15 Fernald Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-fernald-te/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Insulating attic and walls with blown in cellulose | $9,790 | [SF1847087](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847087/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [8 Sawyer Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-sawyer-av/) | 0.24 mi E | New building | To Construct a new 5 unit three story building with off street parking as per the attached plans. | $1,572,000 | [ERT1334149](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1334149/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [493 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/493-columbia-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Solar | Rooftop solar 17 panels 6.97 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $84,084 | [E1849068](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1849068/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [357 Bowdoin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/357-bowdoin-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Fire systems | Install smoke and carbon detectors where required by law. | $3,000 | [EFA1843338](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1843338/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [357 Bowdoin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/357-bowdoin-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Change all panels 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors. Rewire entire third floor to code. 1st, 2nd floor n basement partial rewire due to water damage. Relocate service outside reseal meters. | $20,000 | [E1843337](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1843337/) |

## 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 | Nov 10, 2026 | 81 Sawyer Av | 580 ft E | To convert existing 3-family into 4-family by creating a basement dwelling unit… | [BOA1856369](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-06-01 |
| Requested |  | 6 Ware St | 670 ft SW | To confirm occupancy of single family | [BOA1844359](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-04-30 |
| Closed with no decision posted |  | 81 Sawyer Av | 580 ft E | Zoning appeal; the city gives no description. | [BOA1882483](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed" | 2026-08-04 |

## More on this street

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

- [101 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/101-hancock-st/): newest permit Aug 21, 2026
- [103 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/103-hancock-st/): newest permit Mar 20, 2025
- [106 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-hancock-st/): newest permit Nov 18, 2025
- [89 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-hancock-st/): newest permit May 14, 2026
- [76 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-hancock-st/): newest permit Apr 13, 2026
- [75-83 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75--83-hancock-st/): newest permit Aug 24, 2026
- [69 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-hancock-st/): newest permit Oct 7, 2026
- [131 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-hancock-st/): newest permit Aug 25, 2026
- [137 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/137-hancock-st/): newest permit Jan 28, 2025
- [57 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-hancock-st/): newest permit Nov 15, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-10 13:30 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 10, 08:47 UTC.

Map, all 5 permits at this address and 83 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98-hancock-st/