# Building permits at 18 Benedict St, Somerville, MA

10 permits on record here. The newest, Mar 5: Installing 24 ductless indoor units with 4 condensers out side. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 44 more permits (43 projects) since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 0.19 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 5, 2026 | Other | Installing 24 ductless indoor units with 4 condensers out side | $85,650 | [B26-000052](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000052/) |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Electrical | Run low voltage wire for TVs', internet and door latch | $2,500 | [E26-000230](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000230/) |
| Jan 7, 2026 | Plumbing | Installing plumbing fixtures | Not listed | [P26-000006](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000006/) |
| Jan 7, 2026 | Plumbing | installing boiler | Not listed | [G26-000005](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000005/) |
| Oct 28, 2025 | Electrical | Wire three family up to code. Upgrade existing service to 400 Amps | $40,000 | [E25-001355](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001355/) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Interior renovations to existing three-family residence, including reconfiguration of layout to improve functionality and increase bedroom and bathroom count. Scope includes incorporating basement space into Unit 1, as well as installation of fire sprinklers and a monitored fire alarm system. No cha | $769,291 | [B25-001114](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001114/) |
| Sep 23, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes.1600571813 | $5,801 | [B25-001535](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001535/) |
| Apr 16, 2024 | Plumbing | Demolish an illegal finish basement; Cut and Cap. 1 kitchen sink, 1 toilet, 1 tub, 1 lavatory | Not listed | [P24-000214](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P24-000214/) |
| Apr 4, 2024 | Electrical | demolition electrical | $2,650 | [E24-000523](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E24-000523/) |
| Apr 4, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Demolish an illegal finished basement correct violation file # 24-000291 | $30,000 | [B24-000503](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-000503/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

44 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 28 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | [118 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/118-perkins-st/) | 920 ft SW | Roofing | Re-roofing a rubber roof | $33,007 | [B26-001449](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001449/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [110 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/110-perkins-st/) | 890 ft SW | Electrical | Install GFCI Protection at range, remove shower light, and blank plate old wall mounted smoke. | $300 | [E26-001283](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001283/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [96 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-broadway/) | 950 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Supply & install (1) one heat pump system with (2) two zones and associated duct work and (3) three mini splits | $22,550 | [SM26-000053](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000053/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [96 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-broadway/) | 950 ft W | Plumbing | Remodel kitchens and baths | Not listed | [P26-000495](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000495/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [96 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-broadway/) | 950 ft W | Plumbing | Renovation of one unit, 1 gas furnace 1 gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000390](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000390/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [9 Broadway Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-broadway-pl/) | 570 ft W | Alteration or repair | strip and reside 22 squares vinyl siding for replacement. no structural changes. | $54,722 | [B26-001251](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001251/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [22 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-austin-st/) | 450 ft NW | Plumbing | Basement: washer and dryer connections, 3 water tanks plumbing installation First floor: new plumbing for kitchen with sink and dishwasher; 1 full bathroom with shower stall, toilet and lav. Second floor: 2 full bathrooms with shower stall, toilet and lav. New plumbing for kitchen with sink and dish | Not listed | [P26-000471](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000471/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [22 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-austin-st/) | 450 ft NW | Plumbing | Cut and cap gas line first and second floor | Not listed | [G26-000373](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000373/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [65 Pennsylvania Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/65-pennsylvania-ave/) | 920 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | HVAC Gas Furnace System Installation | $47,665 | [SM26-000097](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000097/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [20 Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-lincoln-ave/) | 600 ft S | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $14,000 | [B26-001199](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001199/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [75 Florence St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/75-florence-st/) | 990 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Railings replacement - composite white railings, stairs demolition and disposal. Remove and replace approximately 17.5 squares of asphalt shingle roofing and 4.5 squares of EPDM roofing. Install new Ice & Water Shield, synthetic underlayment, drip edge, flashing, ridge vent, and chimney cap. Repoint | $30,039 | [B26-001095](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001095/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [9 Broadway Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-broadway-pl/) | 570 ft W | Electrical | Removal and reinstall electrical devices and fixtures for new siding | $2,000 | [E26-001160](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001160/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [102 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/102-perkins-st/) | 870 ft S | Electrical | Replace hallway light fixture | $100 | [E25-001726](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001726/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [81 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/81-broadway/) | 620 ft W | Electrical | disconnect reconnect of 20ton rooftop, 2 mini splits installed | $10,000 | [E26-001046](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001046/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [22 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-austin-st/) | 450 ft NW | Alteration or repair | 1st floor/unit 1: - ⅜ sheetrock all over walls - Demo existing bathroom and make new one in existing place, new stand up shower (install new tiles, shower head etc), new toilet and vanity - Remodel existing kitchen, new cabinets, new appliances. - New plumbing and electrical all over apartment (cl | $227,520 | [B26-000417](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000417/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [9 Broadway Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-broadway-pl/) | 570 ft W | Electrical | Outlet and light for deck | $500 | [E26-000712](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000712/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [14 Mount Pleasant St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-mount-pleasant-st/) | 750 ft SE | Electrical | install new fire alarm system | $5,000 | [E26-000928](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000928/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [81 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/81-broadway/) | 620 ft W | Plumbing | Rooftop unit replacement | Not listed | [G26-000301](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000301/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [65 Pennsylvania Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/65-pennsylvania-ave/) | 920 ft NW | Plumbing | 5 1/2 Bathrooms, 3 Kitchens, 3 Laundries, 3 Gas Water Heaters | Not listed | [P26-000345](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000345/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [65 Pennsylvania Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/65-pennsylvania-ave/) | 920 ft NW | Plumbing | 3 Stoves, 3 Furnaces, 3 Water Heater | Not listed | [G26-000294](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000294/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [16 Hathorn St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-hathorn-st/) | 670 ft W | Other | Installation of 2 systems with 1 zone each system | $27,500 | [SM26-000070](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000070/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [85 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/85-broadway/) | 730 ft W | Electrical | Add recessed ligths, install 3 new outlets WORK IN UNIT 89 | $4,500 | [E26-000735](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000735/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [9 Broadway Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-broadway-pl/) | 570 ft W | Alteration or repair | Front porch replacement | $13,500 | [B26-000633](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000633/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [8 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-franklin-st/) | 790 ft W | Plumbing | replace gas boiler | Not listed | [P26-000276](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000276/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [8 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-franklin-st/) | 790 ft W | Plumbing | replace gas boiler | Not listed | [G26-000227](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000227/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [23 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-mount-vernon-st/) | 580 ft S | Electrical | Rewire the first Floor and also install a sub panel on the first floor | $4,000 | [E26-000646](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000646/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [23 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-mount-vernon-st/) | 580 ft S | Electrical | add a subpanel on the Second Floor | $2,000 | [E26-000098](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000098/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [14 Arlington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-arlington-st/) | 830 ft SW | Roofing | Re roof mansard face shingles | $34,020 | [B26-000624](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000624/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2026 | [46 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/46-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Plumbing | Backyard cottage new construction, new plumbing. | Not listed | [P26-000535](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000535/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [46 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/46-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Electrical | Complete wiring of dwelling | $20,000 | [E26-000704](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000704/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [21 Wheeler St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-wheeler-st/) | 0.19 mi SW | Roofing | strip and re-roof | $55,000 | [B26-001386](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001386/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [46 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/46-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.19 mi S | New building | Construction of a Backyard cottage Foundation permit B26-000306 | $150,000 | [B26-000255](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000255/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [136 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/136-perkins-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Kitchen Renovation existing cabinets, - Framing and drywall repairs/ modifications as needed. Plumbing and electrical modifications required for the kitchen layout. | $17,000 | [B26-001308](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001308/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [136 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/136-perkins-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | Wire a kitchen B26-001308 | $4,500 | [E26-001226](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001226/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [136 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/136-perkins-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | 1 gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000374](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000374/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [136 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/136-perkins-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | 2 Floor Kitchen | Not listed | [P26-000473](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000473/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [46 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/46-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Electrical | Ground wire for foundation | $300 | [E26-001154](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001154/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [46 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/46-mount-vernon-st/) | 0.19 mi S | New building | Foundation only for backyard cottage Construction permit B26-000255 | $20,000 | [B26-000306](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000306/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [74 Florence St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-florence-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | Bathroom remodel fixture swap out | Not listed | [P26-000424](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000424/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [74 Florence St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-florence-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Bathrrom floor and new tub | $16,300 | [B26-000796](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000796/) |
| Jul 11, 2026 | [74 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-perkins-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 4 windows, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $7,832 | [B26-000943](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000943/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [155 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/155-perkins-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Other | insulating basement rim joists with 2" polyiso board with foil face. insulating attic slope with 6" fiberglass and 2" polyiso board with foil face. insulating common wall with 3" fiberglass and 2" polyiso board | $5,607 | [B26-000639](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000639/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [82 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/82-myrtle-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Addition | ONE STORY & UNIT ADDITION: The scope includes the renovation of two (2) existing residential units and the vertical addition of a third unit, resulting in a three-family (3-unit) dwelling with a total height of 2.5 stories 1. Basement Unit (Unit #1) - Interior updates to the existing finished baseme | $422,000 | [B26-000262](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000262/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [82 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/82-myrtle-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Wiring new addition in back of property and complete second floor. Adding 3 new meters | $26,000 | [E26-000687](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000687/) |

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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 2026-10-07 01:47 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/

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