# Building permits at 17 Putnam St, Somerville, MA

53 Prescott St: demolition permitted Aug 27, a new building Sep 24.

One permit here in the last two years. The newest, Dec 2, 2024: Install 40 gallon gas water heater. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 127 more permits (122 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 710 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2, 2024 | Plumbing | Install 40 gallon gas water heater | Not listed | [G24-000599](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G24-000599/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

127 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 28, 2026 | [26 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-vinal-ave/) | 150 ft SE | Electrical | Basement remodel | $7,500 | [E26-001266](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001266/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [3 Lawson Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-lawson-terr/) | 120 ft NE | Roofing | strip and reroof approximately 1,100 square feet | $16,640 | [B26-001053](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001053/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [23 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-putnam-st/) | 110 ft NE | Roofing | strip and reroof approximately 2,200 square feet | $24,460 | [B26-000839](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000839/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [12 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-putnam-st/) | 140 ft W | Electrical | rewire wall oven with appropriately sized wire | $2,000 | [E26-000680](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000680/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [12 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-putnam-st/) | 140 ft W | Electrical | Replace wire for wall oven with appropriate size | $2,000 | [E26-000679](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000679/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 71 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [8 Pleasant Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-pleasant-ave/) | 780 ft E | Electrical | Wire 2 Heat pump heads and 1 30 amp condensor on 3rd fl | $2,500 | [E26-001346](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001346/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [9 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-preston-rd/) | 800 ft W | Addition | Installation of 2 outdoor condensers and 6 wall mount mini spits inside The system being installed is ductless | $39,655 | [B26-001412](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001412/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [42 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-vinal-ave/) | 440 ft NE | Electrical | Installation of Sub Panel, 50 Range Circuit 240V | $2,000 | [E26-001433](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001433/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [9 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-preston-rd/) | 800 ft W | Electrical | power for 2 condensers | $600 | [E26-001285](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001285/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [26 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-summer-st/) | 450 ft S | Electrical | house rewire after a fire, service is newer 200A existing. | $28,500 | [E26-001242](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001242/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [24 Wesley Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-wesley-park/) | 420 ft SE | Alteration or repair | install 1 replacement window. no structural changes. | $2,763 | [B26-001518](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001518/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [24 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-summer-st/) | 470 ft S | Alteration or repair | (Homeowner Permit) Masonry repair The existing chimney above the roofline is deteriorated and requires reconstruction. This application proposes rebuilding the chimney from the roofline up, matching the existing height, dimensions, and overall appearance. The replacement will use brick and mortar se | $2,700 | [B26-001507](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001507/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [33 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-vinal-ave/) | 380 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | LOT B New air conditioning and heating system installation | $25,000 | [SM26-000189](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000189/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [33 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-vinal-ave/) | 380 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | LOT A: Installation of heating and cooling system for all units. | $25,000 | [SM26-000099](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000099/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [40 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-school-st/) | 830 ft W | Alteration or repair | Interior Demolition and Framing: selective interior demolition, reconfigure portions of the primary bedroom, guest bedroom, hallway, kitchen, bathroom, laundry area, and living areas, remove and construct non-load-bearing partitions and relocate interior door openings, perform structural modificatio | $203,000 | [B26-001183](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001183/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 710 ft N | New building | construct a 24'-4" x 20'-4" foundation for cottage style house PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT B26-000252 | $300 | [B26-000556](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000556/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [28 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-summer-st/) | 420 ft S | Alteration or repair | Basement sill and crawlspace insulation | $1,238 | [B26-001186](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001186/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 710 ft N | Alteration or repair | Convert existing 2-unit house to a 3-unit house. Main house will consist of Unit-1 will be first floor 1,020 sf with 3 bedrooms. Unit-2 will be 2nd floor will have 995.48 sf and 3 bedrooms. Unit-3 will have 1085 sf and 3 bedrooms and a walk up to a roof deck with a head house. [3Rd unit ADU (padu) r | $593,000 | [B26-000227](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000227/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [397 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/397-somerville-ave/) | 950 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Interior remodel consisting of finish upgrades only, with no changes to the existing interior wall layout or configuration. The project also includes a change of use from a Place of Worship to a Retail use. No structural modifications or changes to the existing building footprint are proposed. | $2,500 | [B26-001130](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001130/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [30 Summit Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-summit-ave/) | 410 ft E | Plumbing | Replace existing tub/shower with prefab acrylic base and acrylic walls. Replace valve and fixtures. No Structural Changes | Not listed | [P26-000510](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000510/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 710 ft N | Demolition | Demolition 3 Car Garages DEMO ON OR AFTER SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 | $5,000 | [D26-000032](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/D26-000032/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [40 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-school-st/) | 830 ft W | Plumbing | kitchen and bath remodel | Not listed | [P26-000491](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000491/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [33 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-vinal-ave/) | 380 ft E | Electrical | 6 new family | $82,000 | [E26-000698](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000698/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [56 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/56-school-st/) | 700 ft W | Roofing | Strip and re-roof main house | $28,645 | [B26-001294](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001294/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 710 ft N | Addition | Add a 17' x 4' wide foundation on left front of building CONSTRUCTION PERMIT B26-000227 | $7,000 | [B26-001226](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001226/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [42 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-vinal-ave/) | 440 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install 5.74 kW panels. Will not exceed roof panel but will add 6" to height. 14 panels total. No ESS / No Structural. | $28,700 | [B26-001025](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001025/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [61 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/61-prescott-st/) | 860 ft N | Plumbing | Stack replacement with venting | Not listed | [P26-000476](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000476/) |
| Aug 16, 2026 | [6 Giles Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/6-giles-park/) | 820 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Replace all rails on decks from existing PVC to PT lumber, 42" high. | $14,422 | [B26-001209](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001209/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [42 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-vinal-ave/) | 440 ft NE | Electrical | Install 5.74 kW panels. Will not exceed roof panel but will add 6" to height. 14 panels total. No ESS / No Structural. | $29,000 | [E26-000950](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000950/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [59 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/59-bow-st/) | 770 ft S | Plumbing | First floor: 1 half bathroom and 3 electric water heaters Second floor: Units 201, 202, 203 and 204 each with 1 Kitchen with ice maker, 1 laundry and 1 full bathroom. Third floor: Units 301, 302, 303 and 304 each with 1 Kitchen with ice maker, 1 laundry and 1 full bathroom. Fourth floor: 401, 402, 4 | Not listed | [P26-000457](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000457/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [56 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/56-school-st/) | 700 ft W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 877260, 877263) ( Unit and Unit 2) | $11,333 | [B26-001078](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001078/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [101 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/101-school-st/) | 810 ft N | Alteration or repair | install 5 replacement windows. no structural changes. | $13,105 | [B26-001066](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001066/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 700 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Weatherization/Insulation. Work Scope Attached | $15,254 | [B26-000809](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000809/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [15 Grand View Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-grand-view-ave/) | 930 ft NE | Roofing | Remove and replace the existing mansard shingle roof (up to two layers). Inspect roof sheathing and replace damaged wood as needed. Install new ice & water shield, synthetic underlayment, drip edge, CertainTeed SwiftStart starter shingles, CertainTeed Landmark architectural shingles, and Shadow Ridg | $12,350 | [B26-001113](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001113/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [21 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-vinal-ave/) | 320 ft SE | Electrical | install receptacles, switches and lighting | $1,600 | [E26-001093](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001093/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 700 ft SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install HyperHeat system in basement and second floor closet. This will be a complete ductwork system sealed and wrapped. | $58,000 | [SM26-000124](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000124/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 700 ft SE | Electrical | Wiring of new High Velocity Heat Pumps | $4,000 | [E26-001083](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001083/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [24 Aldersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-aldersey-st/) | 270 ft SE | Electrical | Replace existing receptacles with tamper-resistant devices. Coordinate with Eversource and request the installation of two meters. Relocate the feeders serving the two basement apartments from the public panel and reconnect them to their designated existing service disconnects. | $3,000 | [E26-001078](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001078/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [56 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/56-school-st/) | 700 ft W | Alteration or repair | Removal of rear chimney, Front chimney Grind and point chimney from the flashing up, Supply and install 5” aluminum liner. Leak repairs, slate roofs. | $12,050 | [B26-001064](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001064/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [8 Pleasant Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-pleasant-ave/) | 780 ft E | Plumbing | 3 kitchens 3 bathrooms 3 laundry | Not listed | [P25-000449](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P25-000449/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [8 Pleasant Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-pleasant-ave/) | 780 ft E | Plumbing | gas stove | Not listed | [G25-000307](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G25-000307/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [40 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-school-st/) | 830 ft W | Electrical | Wire in new replacement hvac system | $1,200 | [E26-000580](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000580/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [21 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-vinal-ave/) | 320 ft SE | Alteration or repair | (HOMEOWNER PERMIT) Add one interior wall, add cased opening to existing wall, replace existing door, install new closet door, install trifold glass door, refinish floors, repaint | $17,650 | [B26-000950](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000950/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [17 Bow St Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-bow-st-pl/) | 520 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. Only working on unit 1. | $2,000 | [B26-000955](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000955/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [29 Summit Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-summit-ave/) | 490 ft NE | Electrical | 1 Bathroom electrical, Living Lights, dining lights | $1,500 | [E26-000900](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000900/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [29 Summit Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-summit-ave/) | 490 ft NE | Plumbing | 1 half bath on first floor | Not listed | [P26-000382](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000382/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [17 Aldersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-aldersey-st/) | 400 ft E | Electrical | installation of new complete 800 amp service on front house with 9 meters total and 1 200 amp service on back house with installation of transformer from Eversource. | $30,000 | [E26-000419](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000419/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 700 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Whole Home Project: Electrical, Plumbing, Drywall Patching & Plaster Work, Second Floor Rear Bath Work, Turning Bedroom into Bath and Laundry, Finish Materials for Newly Established Second Floor Bathroom and Laundry, First Floor Bathroom Re-Configure, Kitchen Space Renovation, Cabinet Construction f | $168,760 | [B26-000803](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000803/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [75 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/75-school-st/) | 570 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Air handler in the basement and one in the attic, sheet metal is needed for the supply and returns, 2 new condensers outside | $34,890 | [SM26-000100](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000100/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [49 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/49-putnam-st/) | 520 ft NE | Electrical | remove and reinstall existing smoke detectors (2) due to repairs in the front foyer E26-000211 | $900 | [E26-000877](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000877/) |
| Jun 21, 2026 | [397 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/397-somerville-ave/) | 950 ft SW | Electrical | CORRECT VIOLATION FILE #26-013922 Cut and cap water to sink. Disconnect and remove existing electrical service/feed to stove at electrical panel to remove illegal apartment | $800 | [B26-000802](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000802/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [397 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/397-somerville-ave/) | 950 ft SW | Plumbing | Cut & Cap kitchen sink in apartment | Not listed | [P26-000349](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000349/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [29 Summit Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-summit-ave/) | 490 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remodel first floor to acommodate a half bath. Exhaust fan to exterior, plumb and electrical. | $18,600 | [B26-000779](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000779/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [109 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/109-school-st/) | 940 ft N | Plumbing | Install Rinnai RE180iN Tankless Hot Water Heater in the Basement | Not listed | [P26-000228](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000228/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [109 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/109-school-st/) | 940 ft N | Plumbing | Install Rinnai RE180iN Tankless Hot Water Heater in the Basement | Not listed | [G26-000194](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000194/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [397 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/397-somerville-ave/) | 950 ft SW | Electrical | Disconnect electricity from stove to panel in illegal apartment | $800 | [E26-000843](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000843/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [55 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-putnam-st/) | 610 ft NE | Electrical | 400A service upgrade | $3,000 | [E26-000834](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000834/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [4 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-putnam-st/) | 260 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation, existing footprint to stay the same | $28,900 | [B26-000767](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000767/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [34 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-putnam-st/) | 300 ft N | Plumbing | 1/2 bathroom on 2nd floor | Not listed | [P26-000327](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000327/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [4 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-putnam-st/) | 260 ft SW | Plumbing | Bathroom remodel | Not listed | [P26-000321](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000321/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [16 Summit Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-summit-ave/) | 550 ft E | Alteration or repair | Minor renovation to the interior only. Remove existing kitchen cabinetry and replace with new in its entirety. Add two new bathrooms one on second floor and one in the basement. Renovate existing bathroom on 1st floor. Install new wet bar in basement level. Remove existing room ACT ceiling and strap | $92,000 | [B26-000403](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000403/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [26 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-summer-st/) | 450 ft S | Alteration or repair | Interior demolition. All cabinets, fixtures, finishes, sheetrock. | $50,000 | [B26-000757](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000757/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 700 ft SE | Plumbing | Renovation of 2 bathrooms, 1 laundry, 1 kitchen, 1 half bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000317](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000317/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [12 Landers St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-landers-st/) | 960 ft W | Plumbing | Basement gas furnace | Not listed | [G26-000243](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000243/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [12 Landers St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-landers-st/) | 960 ft W | Plumbing | Basement gas furnace | Not listed | [G26-000242](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000242/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [9 Hillside Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-hillside-park/) | 570 ft SE | Electrical | Rewire 4 units and upgrade service to 400 amps B25-000638 | $65,000 | [E26-000625](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000625/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [24 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-summer-st/) | 470 ft S | Alteration or repair | Refurbish existing front porch with traditional materials to comply with historic requirements, without porch size alteration | $7,500 | [B26-000472](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000472/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [9 Hillside Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-hillside-park/) | 570 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Interior and exterior gut renovation based on attached plans | $415,000 | [B25-000638](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000638/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 700 ft SE | Electrical | Remodel Kitchen, Bathrooms, rewire dwelling new branch circuits installation of new 200amp OH Service for single family dwelling | $50,000 | [E26-000682](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000682/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [19 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-bow-st/) | 940 ft S | Alteration or repair | Service Package - EPDM Repairs Parapet wall roof improvement - Install new 1/4" Tapered insulation (diverting rain water to the roof) over parapet walls over roof left and right sides - Approx. 300sqft or 3sq + Custom made drip edge (Gravel stop style - 8" wide); Apply 6" cover tape over roof front  | $8,152 | [B26-000605](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000605/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1 Bow Market Way](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1-bow-market-way/) | 890 ft S | Electrical | install fire radio | $594 | [E26-000516](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000516/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 710 ft N | Electrical | Make sure power is disconnected at the garage for demolition. | $300 | [E26-000631](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000631/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 710 ft N | Electrical | Wire new cottage with new service | $10,000 | [E26-000291](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000291/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 710 ft N | Electrical | Complete wiring of a 4 family with 400 amp service. | $25,000 | [E26-000290](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000290/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [33 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-bow-st/) | 730 ft S | Electrical | Installation of (2) Annunciator Panels | $3,000 | [E26-000588](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000588/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [34 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-putnam-st/) | 300 ft N | Alteration or repair | 5 Windows replacement, 2 interior door replacement, plaster ceilings | $8,000 | [B26-000593](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000593/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 51 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [33 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-preston-rd/) | 0.20 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Replace front windows and entry door including moldings. Remove old PT boards off the back deck and install trex boards | $9,200 | [B26-001255](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001255/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [9 Sanborn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-sanborn-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Replace roof deck and railings on the third floor | $17,825 | [B26-001461](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001461/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [44 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-highland-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Install 8 Harvey classic replacement window,energy star,inserts only,no structural work | $6,992 | [B26-001069](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001069/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [20 Landers St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-landers-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Plumbing | Gas line to deck grill | Not listed | [G26-000274](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000274/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | Install a new gas fire Furnace | Not listed | [G26-000416](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000416/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [27 Oxford St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-oxford-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of replacement system into existing ductwork consisting of one condenser and one air handler | $5,697 | [E26-001330](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001330/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [26 Knapp St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-knapp-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | Replace drainage piping for kitchen and bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000512](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000512/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [111 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/111-summer-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Installation of EV Charger with load management device off of unit main circuit breaker. | $2,500 | [E26-001209](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001209/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [111 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/111-summer-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Installation of EV Charger with load management device off of unit main circuit breaker. | $3,500 | [E26-001208](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001208/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [9 Sanborn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-sanborn-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | Roofing | NEW RUBBER ROOF - Strip and Install Labor and material: Rubber roofing Scope of work: - We will be a removing the existing rubber and insulation. - We will be adding new insulation and fasten with screws and plates. - We will be gluing down new rubber (RPI.60mm thickens to the new insulation). - All | $7,200 | [B26-001318](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001318/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [42 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-preston-rd/) | 0.23 mi W | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | Not listed | [G26-000380](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000380/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [17 Carlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-carlton-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | Install plumbing for 2 units, 2 kitchens, 2 laundries, 5 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, sewer ejector in basement, 2 electric water heaters. | Not listed | [P26-000483](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000483/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [108 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/108-summer-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Installation of EV Charger | $700 | [E26-000397](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000397/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [67 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/67-walnut-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | install 7 replacement windows. no structural changes. | $22,521 | [B26-000149](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000149/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [17 Carlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-carlton-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Demolition/make safe and UFER ground | $1,200 | [E26-001114](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001114/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [14 Carlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-carlton-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Remove and rebuild existing roof deck in the same size and layout. Install new pressure-treated framing, double 2x10 beam, 2x8 PT joists with galvanized hangers, Trex Select composite decking, and Trex Select black aluminum railings. Existing support posts to remain and be inspected for code complia | $21,900 | [B26-000959](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000959/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [17 Carlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-carlton-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Complete renovation reconstruction of existing residential building. Scope includes interior demolition, foundation and structural work, framing medications, roofing, exterior siding, new windows, new exterior and interior doors, new kitchens, new bathrooms, tile installation, plumbing, electrical.  | $700,000 | [B26-000935](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000935/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [30 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-berkeley-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | Renew bath 2nd floor | Not listed | [P26-000444](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000444/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [40 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-highland-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Wiring replacement for AC (Coil / Condenser) and gas Furnace | $1,322 | [E26-001062](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001062/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [30 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-berkeley-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Electrical permit for renovation of the master bathroom and master bedroom. Master Bathroom: * Install new wiring for the master bathroom. * Provide and install one dedicated circuit for an electric towel warmer. * Provide and install one dedicated circuit for electric floor heating. * Install reces | $5,000 | [E26-000885](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000885/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [38 Oxford St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-oxford-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization and air sealing with the Mass Save Program. No structural changes. | $3,382 | [B26-001098](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001098/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Front 3 Family Home - Install 3 HVAC Systems. 1 located in the basement with 2 zones, 1 located inside closet on the 3rd floor, and 1 minisplit condenser combined with 3 ceiling cassette. | $61,500 | [SM26-000128](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000128/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Install new low voltage fire alarm | $8,500 | [E26-001063](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001063/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [25 Osgood St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-osgood-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Electrical | Wiring replacement for a Condenser and water heater | $1,285 | [E26-000985](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000985/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [22 Oxford St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-oxford-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Service Upgrade | $18,000 | [E26-001006](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001006/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [8 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-school-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 874506) ( Unit 3) | $4,000 | [B26-000965](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000965/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [8 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-school-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 872729,872728 ) ( Unit 1, Unit 2 ) ) | $11,925 | [B26-000936](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000936/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [24 Warren Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-warren-ave/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Replace Garage rubber roof | $4,800 | [B26-000934](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000934/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [17 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-bow-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | Replacing recessed light in unit 12 and 21 due to water damage from weather heater in unit 34, checking for water damage and replacing any devices due to water damage. | $2,000 | [E25-000791](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000791/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [9 Carlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-carlton-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | upgrade service due to insurance requirements, moving service to other side of property so there is clearances | $6,500 | [E26-000883](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000883/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Rear Cottage Home - Install 2 Minisplit heat pump condensers combined with 2 wall mounts for the basement, 2 ceiling cassette, and 1 slim ducted air handler located in the attic. | $39,000 | [SM26-000094](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000094/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [40 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-preston-rd/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | hot water tank replacement unit 1 | Not listed | [P26-000341](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000341/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [40 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-preston-rd/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | hot water tank replacement unit 1 | Not listed | [G26-000290](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000290/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [30 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-berkeley-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Bathroom remodeling -Unit 2 | $32,650 | [B26-000858](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000858/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of central heating and cooling with gas furnace and ac | $15,000 | [SM26-000082](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000082/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Move exsisting smokes, pull stations and horns out to accommodate new framing | $500 | [E26-000875](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000875/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [114 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/114-school-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Plumbing | remodel | Not listed | [P26-000222](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000222/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [33 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-preston-rd/) | 0.20 mi W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install new sheet metal duct supply and return. | $16,000 | [SM26-000059](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000059/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Wire room for lights power and heat B26-000400 | $25,000 | [E26-000764](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000764/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | Remodel a existing Liquor store | Not listed | [P26-000322](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000322/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Cottage house | $15,000 | [E26-000796](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000796/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [20 Landers St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-landers-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | Install 4 outdoor receptacles and 1 light fixture on rear porch outdoor counter area | $3,100 | [E26-000788](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000788/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [1 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1-bow-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | rebuilding a brick wall that is in bad condition at left side rear of building Install all the necessary footing and concrete as per engineer drawings. Install all temporally shoring as per engineer drawings. | $173,550 | [B26-000692](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000692/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [22 Knapp St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-knapp-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Insulate Walls, Attic, and Kneewall | $9,334 | [B26-000675](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000675/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [435 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/435-somerville-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Customer called saying they needed an electrician to fix damaged wire on side of house. Work @ 2a school st | $200 | [E26-000701](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000701/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [22 Knapp St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-knapp-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | 17 replacement windows being installed | $20,600 | [B26-000688](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000688/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [22 Thorpe St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-thorpe-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Roofing | Remove all roofing materials and install premium Owens Corning roofing materials. Remove all debris. | $21,858 | [B26-000708](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000708/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [114 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/114-school-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Electrical | Replace 2 gang meter bank with new 400A 4 gang meter bank, add one house panel and 1 new panel for ADU. Wire ADU adu B26-000072 | $14,250 | [E26-000628](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000628/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Plumbing | 1 water heater, 1 half bath, 1 kitchen with ice maker, 1 master bath, 1 laundry and 2 full baths. | Not listed | [P26-000286](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000286/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [24 Thorpe St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-thorpe-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Scope of Work: Rewire front entry (foyer) areas of a two-family dwelling. Install new lighting and receptacles. Details: Install (4) recessed lights (interior) Install (2) receptacle outlets Install (2) exterior recessed light fixtures | $2,500 | [E26-000640](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000640/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Install low voltage fire alarm to monitor sprinkler system | $2,500 | [E26-000623](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000623/) |

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## More on this street

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

- [16 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-putnam-st/): newest permit Apr 11, 2025
- [19 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-putnam-st/): newest permit Oct 17, 2024
- [15 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-putnam-st/): newest permit Nov 22, 2024
- [20 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-putnam-st/): newest permit Jul 16, 2025
- [12 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-putnam-st/): newest permit May 14, 2026
- [23 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-putnam-st/): newest permit Jun 29, 2026
- [27 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-putnam-st/): newest permit Sep 12, 2025
- [5 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-putnam-st/): newest permit Mar 26, 2025
- [4 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-putnam-st/): newest permit Jun 10, 2026
- [34 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-putnam-st/): newest permit Jun 5, 2026

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Source: Somerville Inspectional Services Division permit data (https://data.somervillema.gov/d/nneb-s3f7), SomerStat, City of Somerville, ODbL 1.0 (https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/). Checked 2026-10-08 16:50 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

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, the one permit at this address and 127 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-putnam-st/