Concluded scope of work 6.16.26;Change of occupancy from a two-family to a four-family dwelling
Alteration or repair at 285 Commonwealth Av, Boston
Boston Inspectional Services Department permit ALT1824336: issued Jul 16, 2026 for alteration or repair work at 285 Commonwealth Av. Concluded scope of work 6.16.26;Change of occupancy from a two-family to a four-family dwelling. Full interior gut renovation with new structural work and complete MEP upgrades. Scope includes new fire alarm and sprinkler systems, installation of a new elevator with elevator pit, and construction of a roof deck for Unit 4 with new headhouse access.Exterior and site work includes new windows, doors, rear regrading, installation of a BWSC-approved stormwater recharge system, and construction of rear parking. Also includes excavation for a below-grade one-car garage and associated access improvements per plans submitted.4.13.2026 New scope of work to be provided by applicantOriginal scope of work Denied by back office: Phase 1 Full gut renovation of the upper floors per plans limited to rough inspections. *Upon issuance of ALT to begin work, a Phase 2 permit application shall be filed as an amendment permit for ground water recharge, elevator and roof deck. Change of occupancy from a 2 family to a 4 family. (Phased approval denied by mj4.8.26);.
- Permit number
- ALT1824336
- Issued
- Type of work
- Alteration or repair
- Status
- Issued
- Reported cost
- $1,000,000
- ZIP code
- 02115
- City's category
- Change Occupancy, Long Form/Alteration Permit
- City's status
- Open
- Source
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Boston Inspectional Services Department updated its data Oct 4, 2026. We checked it Oct 5, 11:02 UTC. Official data.
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