# Alteration or repair permit ALT484321 at 521 Shawmut Av, Boston

Boston Inspectional Services Department permit ALT484321: issued Mar 7, 2016 for alteration or repair work at 521 Shawmut Av. This is Phase 2 of permit number ALT474778. Change occupancy from 4 units to 2 units per plans; fulfill Article 32/GCOD requirements; install dormer; install rear porch off third story with spiral;and balcony off of 5th; complete interior renovations; install sprinkler system; install fire alarm system all described per plans. Upgrade electrical, plumbing and HVAC for both units. *ZBA decision;BOA# 493053: 1) No;dormer work; BBRS Docket # 15-1547 Decision: Egress variance; Rear;5th flr balcony work, front windows, and repointing has been removed from this work description/submitted plans. (To be filed on a separate permit);.

- Permit number: ALT484321
- Issued: Mar 7, 2016
- Type of work: Alteration or repair (city: Change Occupancy, Long Form/Alteration Permit)
- Status: Finished (city: Closed)
- Reported cost: $575,000
- ZIP code: 02118
- All permits at this address: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/521-shawmut-av/

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