# Building permits at 13 Joy St, Somerville, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.1M project at 107 Linwood St, permitted May 4.

Eight permits on record here. The newest, Jul 28, 2025: Wiring for HVAC equipment. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 65 more permits (63 projects) since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 930 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2025 | Electrical | Wiring for HVAC equipment | $19,100 | [E25-000920](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000920/) |
| Jul 28, 2025 | Electrical | joy st | $1,200 | [E25-000855](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000855/) |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Add Global Finishing prep booth to designated area | $33,507 | [B24-000477](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-000477/) |
| Jul 9, 2025 | Electrical | Wiring for hot water heater | $480 | [E25-000921](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000921/) |
| Jul 9, 2025 | Electrical | Wiring for prefab spray booth, wiring for receptacles | $6,400 | [E25-000919](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000919/) |
| May 19, 2025 | Electrical | Installation of an addressable commercial fire alarm system | $22,000 | [E25-000715](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000715/) |
| Oct 5, 2017 | Electrical | Installation of a commercial security system | $1,600 | [E17-001969](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E17-001969/) |
| Nov 14, 2016 | Plumbing | 2 unit heaters | Not listed | [G16-000750](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G16-000750/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

65 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [39 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-alston-st/) | 540 ft NW | Electrical | Outlet for washer, outside outlet, replacement of light fixture | $2,500 | [E26-001368](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001368/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [27 Tufts St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-tufts-st/) | 770 ft N | Solar | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work | $350 | [B26-001468](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001468/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [117 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/117-washington-st/) | 580 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Repair clapboard siding and roof on/around 5 dormers | $5,725 | [B25-001930](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001930/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [36 Mansfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-mansfield-st/) | 770 ft SW | Plumbing | Replaced boiler only with no water connection, but was told to pull water connection | Not listed | [P26-000547](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000547/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [36 Mansfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-mansfield-st/) | 770 ft SW | Plumbing | Strictly boiler only replacement no touching of water only Gas | Not listed | [G26-000424](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000424/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [14 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-boston-st/) | 780 ft W | Plumbing | replace toilet, vanity, kitchen sink, dishwasher | Not listed | [P26-000541](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000541/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [163 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-washington-st/) | 590 ft W | Electrical | (REF this permit: B26-001063) Disconnect Electrical for demo and makesafe. Then add lights to unfinished basement @ 175-177 Washington St | $3,000 | [E26-001309](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001309/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [27 Tufts St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-tufts-st/) | 770 ft N | Electrical | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work | $350 | [E26-001319](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001319/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [84 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/84-franklin-st/) | 940 ft NE | Electrical | EV charger install into existing wiring | $350 | [E26-001244](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001244/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [163 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-washington-st/) | 590 ft W | Alteration or repair | Emergency Demolition,Remove partitions and drywall ceilings in basement @175-177 Washington St | $9,500 | [B26-001063](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001063/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 930 ft NW | New building | build new 3 family house (existing structure is a garage) - detached house in NR district FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B26-000068 | $720,000 | [B25-000984](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000984/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [152 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/152-cross-st/) | 970 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Add handrail to Attic Egress Stair, Add railing to second floor roof deck and replace 1 exterior door. | $6,418 | [B26-001215](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001215/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [86 Joy St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/86-joy-st/) | 740 ft SE | Electrical | Add ceiling outlets, replace exposed romex with conduit | $2,500 | [E26-001216](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001216/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [163 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-washington-st/) | 590 ft W | Plumbing | Disconnect Shower & lav in basement | Not listed | [P26-000479](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000479/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [10 Poplar St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-poplar-st/) | 880 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install new supply/exhaust fans, ERV, Louvers, fire dampers, RGDs and associated ductwork for a complete system. | $209,600 | [SM26-000139](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000139/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [14 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-boston-st/) | 780 ft W | Electrical | renovation kitchen and one bathroom | $6,500 | [E26-001144](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001144/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [14 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-boston-st/) | 780 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove old cabinets Remove floor tile Remove drop ceiling Open bigger window on wall between kitchen and living room Install new ceiling Install new floor tile Install new cabinets Replace existing existing doors | $36,480 | [B26-000800](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000800/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 930 ft NW | Electrical | Wiring a new three-unit apartment | $52,000 | [E26-000656](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000656/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 930 ft NW | New building | foundation for new construction 3 family CONSTRUCTION PERMIT B25-000984 | $100,000 | [B26-000068](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000068/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [8 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-morton-st/) | 700 ft N | Alteration or repair | Withdrawn per applicant, see online message. -JE 7/29/26 Roof replacement | $29,000 | [B26-000828](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000828/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [86 Joy St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/86-joy-st/) | 740 ft SE | Electrical | Installing one smoke detector and one CO detector low voltage | $2,500 | [E26-000851](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000851/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [86 Joy St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/86-joy-st/) | 740 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Replace existing entry door in same style and size to swing out and have a panic device. Install panic hardware on existing rear door. At Bay 4 | $5,250 | [B26-000794](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000794/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [121 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/121-washington-st/) | 520 ft NE | Electrical | Wire COMMERCIAL AREA and Install NEW ADDRESSABLE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM in all Building - Residential units wire by others. Rough Inspection Passed. | $15,000 | [E26-000750](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000750/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [121 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/121-washington-st/) | 520 ft NE | Electrical | Take over existing permit and complete all remaining electrical work for both residential and commercial units in accordance with current Massachusetts electrical code and approved plans. | $24,500 | [E26-000742](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000742/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [105 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/105-washington-st/) | 700 ft NE | Electrical | Kitchen receptacles and lights switch move | $1,500 | [E26-000713](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000713/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [101 Linwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/101-linwood-st/) | 610 ft SE | Plumbing | replace two 100 Gallon gas fired water heaters | Not listed | [P26-000297](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000297/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [101 Linwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/101-linwood-st/) | 610 ft SE | Plumbing | replace two 100 Gallon gas fired water heaters | Not listed | [G26-000244](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000244/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [34 Knowlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-knowlton-st/) | 890 ft N | Mechanical (HVAC) | supply and install 1heat pump condenser and 1 air handler with rework to existing duct work as neededs needed | $28,510 | [B26-000477](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000477/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [107 Linwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/107-linwood-st/) | 820 ft S | Roofing | Remove and replace roofing on a commercial building | $2,089,500 | [B26-000567](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000567/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 36 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | [20 Fountain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-fountain-ave/) | 0.25 mi N | Alteration or repair | Installation of 17 modules-roof mounted - 6.970 kw dc, 5.933 kw ac | $34,850 | [B26-001021](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001021/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [9 Dell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-dell-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Demo make safe | $300 | [E26-001336](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001336/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [20 Fountain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-fountain-ave/) | 0.25 mi N | Electrical | Installation of 17 modules-roof mounted - 6.970 kw dc, 5.933 kw ac | $28,089 | [E26-000966](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000966/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Replace existing bathtub and wall panels - to be transparent these works have commenced this is because originally these works were only going to be cosmetic (replacement tiles, shower panel and paint) so a permit was not required. However, after removing the existing PVC shower panels the existing  | $10,000 | [B26-001379](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001379/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | Rep Plumbing of house, including water and drainage | Not listed | [P26-000527](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000527/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [21 Franklin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-franklin-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | test gas for stove new gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000412](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000412/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [230 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/230-somerville-ave/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Wiring for the commercial kitchen hood ventilation motors including power outlets, lighting & control | $9,380 | [E26-001301](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001301/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [200 Inner Belt Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/200-inner-belt-rd/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | Installation of (1) 75 KVA XFMR, (2) 225 KVA XFMR, branch panelboards, temps, power and lighting in tenant reno. | $234,860 | [E26-001104](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001104/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [2 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-alston-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Roofing | Enclose porch on first and second floor add insulation and light install stairs exterior access and exit install windows and doors install siding, new roof (sheathing, shingles, flashing, ice & water shield), Insulation (walls & roof), Drywall installation & finishing, Flooring installation vinyl | $25,000 | [B26-001165](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001165/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and four mini split heads. | $21,733 | [B26-001264](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001264/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and four mini split heads. | $5,433 | [E26-001152](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001152/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [200 Inner Belt Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/200-inner-belt-rd/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Equipment installation within an existing occupied space. The work involves mechanial and electrical trades. There is no new space being created. There is no change of occupancy, use group or egress and there is no change in hazardous quantities or storage. | $103,500 | [B26-001012](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001012/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [2 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-alston-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | Wire a small addition. | $4,000 | [E26-001228](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001228/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [60 Tufts St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/60-tufts-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Window and Door Replacements, Parapet Cap Repairs, Terrace Repairs Four 3x3 awning style windows and two French style doors. | $125,675 | [B26-000922](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000922/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [9 Dell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-dell-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Total gut rehab and adding 2 additional units. 1st floor- 3 bedrooms Unit 2- 2 bedrooms Unit 3- 2 bedrooms | $500,000 | [B25-001487](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001487/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | bathroom and kitchen renovation | Not listed | [P26-000448](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000448/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [47 Tufts St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/47-tufts-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Alteration or repair | Demo existing rear deck and install new deck per drawings specs | $39,100 | [B26-000859](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000859/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Kitchen renovation with two bathrooms being renovated as well | $5,600 | [E26-001109](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001109/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Reconfiguration of Existing Finished Attic to Create Bedroom & Bathroom | $21,250 | [B26-001062](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001062/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [126 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/126-cross-st/) | 0.25 mi N | Electrical | Replacement of existing non working smokes with new devices | $700 | [E25-000732](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000732/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [3 Dell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-dell-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Roofing | strip and re-roof | $8,000 | [B26-001050](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001050/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Remodel Existing Kitchen - Replace Units Like for Like The kitchen units (6 wall units, 6 base units) and appliances (fridge, oven & dishwasher). Please refer to drawings, narrative | $12,000 | [B26-000999](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000999/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | Power & lighting renovations / upgrades/ additions | $8,000 | [E26-001016](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001016/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [7 Chester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-chester-ave/) | 0.25 mi NW | Roofing | Reroof: Tear off existing underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. Install new underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. No structural changes. | $24,098 | [B26-000868](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000868/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [76 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/76-franklin-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | CHANGED OF CONTRACTOR 6/30/26 Single Family renovation and addition on top of existing structure per plans. | $400,000 | [B24-001926](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-001926/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [43 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-boston-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Install new low voltage fire alarm | $8,000 | [E26-000887](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000887/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [20 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-prospect-hill-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | air sealing and insulation through the Mass Save program | $1,213 | [B26-000718](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000718/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [223 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/223-washington-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Temporary interior structure | $174,557 | [B24-000225](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-000225/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [19r Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19r-prospect-hill-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the mass save program | $2,400 | [B23-001976](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B23-001976/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Cosmetic renovation to include: Replacing counters in kitchen Fixture replacement in existing full bath Window replacement throughout house Adding half bath (as indicated on proposed plans) Sanding/refinishing floors Painting unit | $40,000 | [B26-000783](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000783/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [43 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-boston-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 3 HVAC systems. 1 located in the basement with 2 zones, 1 located on the 2nd floor, and 1 located on the 3rd floor. | $49,000 | [SM26-000093](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000093/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [20 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-prospect-hill-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install two condensers and four mini split heads | $27,632 | [B26-000655](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000655/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $3,000 | [B26-000739](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000739/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [220 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/220-washington-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | 120 volt wiring for gate control | $10,000 | [E26-000708](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000708/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [20 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-prospect-hill-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of two condensers and four mini-split heads | $6,908 | [E26-000624](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000624/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [205 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/205-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | they needed a permit pulled as they’re taking off window frames Siding permit | $150 | [E26-000545](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000545/) |

## More on this street

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

- [86 Joy St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/86-joy-st/): newest permit Aug 24, 2026

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Contains information from Applications for Permits and Licenses (SomerStat, City of Somerville), which is made available here under the Open Database License (ODbL). Database: https://data.somervillema.gov/d/nneb-s3f7 License: https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/

Map, all 8 permits at this address and 65 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/13-joy-st/