# Building permits at 98 Lake St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $500,000 alteration or repair at 117 Lake St, permitted Jun 11.

One permit on record here. The newest, Jul 13: Renovate first floor kitchen, change first floor half bathroom to a full bathroom. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 51 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Renovate first floor kitchen, change first floor half bathroom to a full bathroom, replace 30 windows and change second floor master bedroom to two small bedrooms (per drawing specs) | $58,100 | [SF1870004](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870004/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

51 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 2026 | [52 Lake Shore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-lake-shore-rd/) | 140 ft NW | Fence, wall or deck | I want to remove my old 8x10 shed in my backyard and replace it in the same spot with a 6x10 shed. There is no plumbing or electricity. It is only a place to store my patio furniture, gardening tools, etc. | $6,000 | [SF1867411](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867411/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [90 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-lake-st/) | 130 ft SW | Electrical | 40 amp Hard Wired EV Charger | $1,936 | [E1869887](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869887/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [52 Lake Shore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-lake-shore-rd/) | 140 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Replace two attic windows in existing rough openings. | $4,400 | [SF1863737](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863737/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 22 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2026 | [68 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-kenrick-st/) | 920 ft N | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install one AC mini split condenser and two mini split heads. | $12,943 | [SF1894479](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894479/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [127-129 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127--129-lake-st/) | 500 ft E | Other | Erect 20x50 tent on 8/25/26, removal on 8/27/26. | $2,500 | [SF1890986](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890986/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [68 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-kenrick-st/) | 920 ft N | Electrical | adding a min split to permi. number te1870505 | $500 | [E1878705](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878705/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [68 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-kenrick-st/) | 920 ft N | Plumbing | Combi boiler replacement - re connect gas | $1,200 | [G1880109](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1880109/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [68 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-kenrick-st/) | 920 ft N | Plumbing | New full bathroom in the basement New combi boiler / water heater | $18,000 | [PL1880108](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1880108/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [68 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-kenrick-st/) | 920 ft N | Alteration or repair | basement finish, adding a full bath room, 1" closed cell form spray on foundation and R-15 Rock wool for the exterior walls, build partitions with plaster finish, make 2 offices, mechanical rm, storage, install new On-demand water heater. lightings and outlets up to code. finish stairs. | $107,000 | [ALT1861918](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1861918/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [68 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-kenrick-st/) | 920 ft N | Electrical | wiring basement Reno and adding a bath also adding a sub panel for additional circuits | $5,000 | [E1870505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870505/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [77 Undine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-undine-rd/) | 860 ft SW | Electrical | upgrade service from 100 to 200amps | $4,000 | [E1870551](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870551/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [100-108 Lake Shore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100--108-lake-shore-rd/) | 660 ft W | Plumbing | Replace gas valve for stove | $250 | [G1870142](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1870142/) |
| Jul 5, 2026 | [100-108 Lake Shore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100--108-lake-shore-rd/) | 660 ft W | Plumbing | Kitchen and bathroom remodel | $3,500 | [PL1862917](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862917/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [117 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/117-lake-st/) | 420 ft SE | Fire systems | Install fire alarm devices as indicated on BR+A Drawings dated 5/29/26. Modify existing fire alarm devices as needed. | $8,000 | [EFA1864415](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1864415/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [117 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/117-lake-st/) | 420 ft SE | Electrical | Install power, lighting and conduit for low voltage provisions per BR+A Drawings dated 5/29/26. | $80,000 | [E1864417](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864417/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [117a Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/117a-lake-st/) | 350 ft SE | Electrical | Install (8) parking lot site poles with the associated conduit and branch circuit wiring that will originate from the Maintenance Building. | $95,000 | [E1863092](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863092/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [40 Lake Shore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-lake-shore-rd/) | 280 ft N | Alteration or repair | Install 15" R-49 cellulose above the 2nd floor flat ceilings. Insulate the enclosed slopes with 8" R-26 cellulose. Install R-13 fiberglass in the knee wall end walls. Install cellulose in the exterior walls. Install R-19 fiberglass int he perimeter accessible basement rim joist area. | $10,367 | [SF1859992](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859992/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [76-78 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76--78-kenrick-st/) | 970 ft NW | Plumbing | Kitchen renovation | $2,000 | [PL1861667](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861667/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [76-78 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76--78-kenrick-st/) | 970 ft NW | Electrical | Demo existing kitchen wiring replace wiring as necessary, rewire new kitchen to updated plan | $3,500 | [E1860572](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860572/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [117 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/117-lake-st/) | 420 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Demo of existing finishes and addition of new finishes including flooring, drywall, paint, ceiling tiles and doors. Mechanical upgrades include new heating / cooling equipment inside the space. Electrical upgrades include new light fixtures, electrical outlets, etc. | $500,000 | [SF1857943](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857943/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [100-108 Lake Shore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100--108-lake-shore-rd/) | 660 ft W | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 6 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. The contract is for the unit at 108 Lake Shore.; GC MUST CALL FOR INSPECTIONS | $12,572 | [SF1852794](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852794/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [40 Lake Shore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-lake-shore-rd/) | 280 ft N | Plumbing | #39 Lake Shore #1 2nd Floor Bathroom: toilet, Lav, Shower | $2,500 | [PL1848032](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848032/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [25 Undine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-undine-rd/) | 910 ft SW | Electrical | Install wiring for 2 bathrooms, 4 closet lights, add recessed lights and bath fans. Alter existing wiring in ductless air conditioning and other miscellaneous repairs | $10,000 | [E1848145](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848145/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [25 Undine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-undine-rd/) | 910 ft SW | Alteration or repair | First Floor Laundry room Walls Enclousure. Second floor 3 Closets frame and walls. Second floor new bathroom. | $27,000 | [SF1847218](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847218/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [64 Undine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-undine-rd/) | 970 ft W | Alteration or repair | Shoring and board up of side porch, correct violation V897293 | $4,105 | [SF1828889](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1828889/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 26 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [142 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-kenrick-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Plumbing | Unit #33 - 3rd Floor Bathroom - Replace shower stall, no structural change. (Other is a valve) | $1,500 | [PL1906456](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906456/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [2101 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2101-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Other | Erect 50x131, 20x30 and (2) 9x10 tents on 20" high platform plus 15x15, 20x60, 6x8 and 9x10 tents at grade on 10/7/26, removal on 10/17/26. | $60,335 | [SF1900965](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900965/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [20 Larch St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-larch-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Second floor bathroom renovation | $5,500 | [E1900797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900797/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [20 Larch St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-larch-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | 2nd floor-1 toilet, 2 lavs and 1 shower | $4,000 | [PL1894189](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894189/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [2121 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2121-commonwealth-av/) | 0.19 mi S | Other | Erect a 40x60 frame tent and a 10x10 tent at BC Cadigan Lawn on 9-23 to 9-24-26. Using on 9-24 for the Annual Board of Trustees dinner from 5pm to 8pm. No heat, cooking or smoking. | $2,014 | [SF1899170](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899170/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [140 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140-kenrick-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Bathtub to Shower Replacement with LVT Flooring, New Vanity & New Toilet. All new fixtures to sit within same footprint as existing. No structural changes. Plumber will pull their own permit. All debris leaves job site with crew. Job site address is 140 kenrick street unit 32 | $10,635 | [SF1897818](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897818/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [142 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-kenrick-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Electrical | Work is located in Unit 23. Splice in section of feeder cable to bypass damaged cable supplying Unit 31 | $2,250 | [E1899574](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899574/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [140 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140-kenrick-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | replace tub to shower | $1,500 | [PL1899302](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1899302/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [30 Undine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-undine-rd/) | 0.21 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | The existing fence is needs to move 12" towards 30 Undine dr. The fence panels will be reused and new post will be added. The existing curbing will be reworked at the street to maintain the 20' access. 12" of asphalt will be added down the fence line. I know the curbing at the street has to be corre | $98,340 | [SF1861814](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861814/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [20 Larch St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-larch-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Renovation of an existing 2nd floor bathroom | $86,657 | [SF1881672](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881672/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [2121 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2121-commonwealth-av/) | 0.19 mi S | Other | Erect a 40x60 frame tent at BC Cadigan Center on 9-8 to 9-10-26. Using on 9-9 for Annual Taste of Campus 3pm to 9pm. 150 ppl. No heat, cooking or smoking. | $1,777 | [SF1879961](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879961/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [57 Undine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-undine-rd/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Demo existing kitchen cabinets, countertops and appliances. Selective demo of a full bathroom and a powder room. Install new kitchen cabinets, countertops and appliances. Install new toilets, a tub, 2 vanities and medicine cabinets. Upgrade plumbing and electrical as needed. Paint | $58,000 | [SF1876025](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1876025/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [34 Lane Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-lane-pk/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Dismantle the stair treads and risers, form and pour new stair treads and risers. | $35,800 | [SF1861953](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861953/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [142 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-kenrick-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Plumbing | Interior Renovations bathroom and kitchen apartment apartments 31 One toilet, 1 lavatory, 1 bath, 1 kitchen sinks, dishwasher, disposal, gas stove | $6,000 | [PL1868291](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868291/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [142 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-kenrick-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Plumbing | Replace gas stove apartament #31 | $500 | [G1868293](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1868293/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [142 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-kenrick-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Electrical | kitchen and bath remodeling | $6,000 | [E1869429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869429/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [142 Kenrick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-kenrick-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Interior Renovation, Flooring, Painting, Cabinets, Toilet, shower, Vanity, and plumbing, electric services - No structures changed. | $41,750 | [SF1862657](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862657/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [2101 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2101-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Other | Erect a 20x20 frame tent and a 40x80 tent at BC Conference Center on 6-25 to 6-29-26. Using on 6-27 and 6-28 from 2pm to 8pm for Grace Conference. No heat, cooking or smoking. | $1,998 | [SF1860480](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860480/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [149-165 Lake Shore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149--165-lake-shore-rd/) | 0.25 mi W | Plumbing | replace existing tub/shower valve and drain with new stub/shower valve and drain | $1,895 | [PL1853287](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853287/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [34 Lane Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-lane-pk/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Install new hardwired 120v smoke/carbon system | $3,000 | [E1850288](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850288/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [2101 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2101-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Other | Erect a 44x83 tent and a 20x20 tent at BC Conference Center on 6-10 to 6-15-26. Using on 6-13 for a Wedding from 2pm to 11pm. No heat, cooking or smoking. | $4,883 | [SF1850890](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850890/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [2101 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2101-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Other | Erect a 20x40 frame tent at BC Conference Center on 5-28 to 6-1-26. Using on 5-30 from 3pm to 11pm for a registration tent, storage area and work area Max 20 people. No heat cooking or smoking | $675 | [SF1849745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849745/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [2101 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2101-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Other | Erect a 10x10, a 15x45 frame tent and 40x120 pole tent at BC Conference Center on 5-27 to 6-2-26 for the Annual Reunion party on 5-30 from 7pm to 11pm. Roughly 300 people. The 10x10 is only used as a walkway between tents. No cooking or smoking. Large stamped drawing is attached | $3,388 | [SF1846742](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846742/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [2121 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2121-commonwealth-av/) | 0.19 mi S | Other | Erect a 30x50 frame tent at BC Cadigan center front lawn on 5-11 to 5-19-26. Using on 5-18 from 1pm to 4pm for a reception after graduation. No heat, cooking or smoking. | $1,283 | [SF1844749](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844749/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [2121 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2121-commonwealth-av/) | 0.19 mi S | Other | Erect a 20x20 frame tent at BC Cadigan Lawn on 5-11 to 5-12-26 for a Sr. Class get together from 10am to 7pm. No heat,cooking or smoking. | $403 | [SF1844726](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844726/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [2121 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2121-commonwealth-av/) | 0.19 mi S | Electrical | install one portable generator | $10,000 | [E1844653](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1844653/) |

## 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 Larch St | 0.21 mi NW | To convert basement into an external ADU | [BOA1885678](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-08-10 |
| Requested |  | 29 Undine Rd | 950 ft SW | To construct an addition to an existing single-family dwelling, comprised of a 2.5 story addition… | [BOA1756735](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-07-30 |

## More on this street

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

- [90 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-lake-st/): newest permit Jul 8, 2026
- [110 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-lake-st/): newest permit Oct 10, 2024
- [116 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-lake-st/): newest permit Nov 12, 2024
- [117 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/117-lake-st/): newest permit Jun 29, 2026
- [76 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-lake-st/): newest permit Oct 14, 2025
- [127-129 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127--129-lake-st/): newest permit Aug 24, 2026
- [54 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-lake-st/): newest permit Jan 7, 2026
- [46 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-lake-st/): newest permit Nov 20, 2025
- [24 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-lake-st/): newest permit May 7, 2025
- [16-18 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16--18-lake-st/): newest permit May 2, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-12 07:06 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 12, 06:17 UTC.

Map, the one permit at this address and 51 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98-lake-st/