# Building permits at 18 Otis St, Somerville, MA

New buildings permitted at two addresses within 800 ft since May 1, the largest $700,000.

Six permits on record here. The newest, Jun 9: Wiring smoke detectors. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 108 more permits (106 projects) since May 1. The nearest permit for a new building is 630 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 2026 | Electrical | Wiring smoke detectors | $4,500 | [E26-000818](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000818/) |
| May 26, 2026 | Electrical | Upgrade existing 200 amp service with 3 meters to 400 amp service and add 4th meter and panel for common areas. Add 3 emergency lights on each side of the stairway. Add 2 outside lights - B26-000131 | $19,500 | [E26-000736](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000736/) |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Electrical | Wiring new bathroom in each apartment, rewiring 2nd floor kitchen add wash/dryer wiring | $16,800 | [E26-000450](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000450/) |
| Mar 13, 2026 | Plumbing | Renovating kitchen and add a bathroom to | Not listed | [P26-000128](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000128/) |
| Mar 13, 2026 | Plumbing | Remove old stove,and install new stove | Not listed | [G26-000109](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000109/) |
| Feb 25, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Add Bathroom, Remodel Kitchen First Floor: New Bathroom, painting, flooring. Second Floor: New Bathroom, kitchen remodel, painting, flooring, misc closets. Third Floor: New Bathroom, kitchen remodel, painting, flooring, misc closets. Foundation Footings & Columns - add 3 footings and steel columns u | $178,120 | [B26-000131](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000131/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 6 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | [17 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-everett-ave/) | 110 ft SW | Roofing | Install two (2) new VELUX M02 deck-mounted fixed skylights, including cutting and preparing new roof openings, required skylight framing, installation of manufacturer-specific flashing kits, Ice & Water Shield around the skylight perimeters, and installation of new asphalt shingles around the skylig | $6,300 | [B26-001401](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001401/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [20 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-otis-st/) | 40 ft W | Roofing | strip and reroof | $7,800 | [B26-001171](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001171/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [29 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-everett-ave/) | 240 ft W | Electrical | 400A service upgrade, partial kitchen(first floor), two sets of washer and dryer, repair existing electrical panel. | $4,300 | [E26-000775](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000775/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [28 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-otis-st/) | 200 ft W | Alteration or repair | insulation insulating the walls with cellulose and also insulating the kneewall with 2" rigid board and fiberglass also insulating the attic with 15" of cellulose and air seal and insulating the slope with 6" of dense pack cellulose | $18,941 | [B26-000897](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000897/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [18 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-everett-ave/) | 240 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove existing siding, prep, install new siding | $54,000 | [B26-000835](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000835/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [29 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-everett-ave/) | 240 ft W | Alteration or repair | 2 New Kitchen (units 1 & 2) Replace kitchen Cabinets and add granite counters | $20,000 | [B26-000546](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000546/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 67 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [31 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/31-everett-ave/) | 260 ft W | Electrical | Demo / Make-Safe Electrical for Construction | $300 | [E26-001367](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001367/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [5 Brook St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-brook-st/) | 800 ft E | Electrical | Service update from a 100 to 200 amp install two 100 amp sub panel wire wire for EV Charger L2. Wire for Electric stove | $9,000 | [E26-001392](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001392/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [17 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-glen-st/) | 890 ft E | Electrical | Rooftop solar 19 panels 7.79 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $79,926 | [E26-001317](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001317/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [21 Edmands St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-edmands-st/) | 720 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization and air sealing with the Mass Save Program. No structural changes. | $4,161 | [B26-001568](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001568/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [89 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/89-cross-st/) | 800 ft S | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 7 existing double hung windows | $13,566 | [B26-001538](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001538/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [181 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/181-pearl-st/) | 770 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of Mini Split system (no ductwork) for each apartment | $34,420 | [B26-001446](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001446/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [42 Dana St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-dana-st/) | 690 ft NW | Addition | Reconfigure interior of front building, extend stairs into basement, and creating 3 units. Unit 1 ADU : Basement Level, construct 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom apartment. Unit 2: First floor, move front door and bedroom door. Unit 3: Second floor, install kitchen, and ad front door. Building: Reconf | $199,000 | [B26-001275](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001275/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [26 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-melvin-st/) | 830 ft NW | Electrical | Rework deck lights | $1,000 | [E26-001369](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001369/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [11 Garfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-garfield-ave/) | 960 ft NE | Addition | Home renovation and Add two story rear addition and dormer FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B26-000280 | $526,550 | [B26-000136](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000136/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [156 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/156-broadway/) | 760 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Original permit was for restaurant fit out, tenant changed to educational use | $100 | [B26-001256](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001256/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [42 Dana St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-dana-st/) | 690 ft NW | Electrical | Wire 3 apartments and common areas to code, Service Upgrade | $27,000 | [E26-001254](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001254/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [8 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-melvin-st/) | 940 ft N | Alteration or repair | CORRECT VIOLATION FROM FILE #24-023090 Redirect existing downs pipe on right side of property | $1,200 | [B26-001315](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001315/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [195 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/195-pearl-st/) | 990 ft W | Electrical | 2 furnaces and 2 condensers | $1,000 | [E26-000789](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000789/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [195 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/195-pearl-st/) | 990 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installing 2x 2-ton a/c systems | $42,885 | [SM26-000134](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000134/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [15 Rush St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-rush-st/) | 650 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installing mini-splits 2 condensers and 3 heads | $4,700 | [B26-001035](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001035/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 980 ft N | Plumbing | Kitchen renovation first floor | Not listed | [P26-000497](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000497/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 980 ft N | Plumbing | Replace Stove on 1st Fl | Not listed | [G26-000386](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000386/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [62 Bonair St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-bonair-st/) | 810 ft NW | Electrical | Replace unsafe electrical panel on one unit | $2,500 | [E26-001177](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001177/) |
| Aug 22, 2026 | [26 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-melvin-st/) | 830 ft NW | Alteration or repair | (HOMEOWNER PERMIT) Demo & rebuild of existing front 2nd floor deck. 13 replacement windows for 1st floor unit. | $26,600 | [B26-001201](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001201/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [156 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/156-broadway/) | 760 ft NE | Sign | Install Non-Illuminated Blade Sign @ 158 Broadway | Not listed | [B26-001161](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001161/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 980 ft N | Electrical | Check wiring and devices @ unit 1 (1st floor and basement)kitchen back wall switches replaced as needed and remove electrical devises pusiste house for siding replacement | $2,800 | [E26-001197](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001197/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 980 ft N | Electrical | Upgrade electrical service from 200 amps 3 meters to 300 amps 4 meters and rewired unit 2 and 3 up to code install mini splits at units | $9,000 | [E26-001170](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001170/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [16 Wesley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-wesley-st/) | 830 ft W | Addition | Demo existing deteriorated and unsafe enclosed front porch. Build new slightly expanded enclosed porch and stoop in same general location. Three sonotubes, wood frame, matching siding and roofing, one door, one window. Electrical work. No plumbing or HVAC work. | $62,500 | [B26-001016](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001016/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [195 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/195-pearl-st/) | 990 ft W | Plumbing | Replacing gas furnace with 40K BTU Bryant furnace and all associated gas work | Not listed | [G26-000335](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000335/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [8 Macarthur St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-macarthur-st/) | 630 ft N | Electrical | Wire new construction ADU | $7,000 | [E26-001097](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001097/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [14 Wesley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-wesley-st/) | 850 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 entry door; like for like size; no structural changes | $10,599 | [B26-001061](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001061/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [8 Macarthur St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-macarthur-st/) | 630 ft N | New building | Construct adu foundation only permit b25-001889 | $110,000 | [B25-001890](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001890/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [110 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/110-pearl-st/) | 870 ft SE | Plumbing | 1 gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000281](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000281/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [98 Flint St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/98-flint-st/) | 910 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace inside main from PVC cast iron connection at stack to inside foundation wall. | Not listed | [P26-000391](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000391/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [8 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-melvin-st/) | 940 ft N | Electrical | to disconnect wire and rewire 3 receptacles for carpenter to move wall on 3rd floor | $800 | [E26-000969](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000969/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [11 Rush St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-rush-st/) | 700 ft E | Electrical | Demo make safe | $300 | [E26-000967](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000967/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [11 Rush St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-rush-st/) | 700 ft E | Alteration or repair | Expletory demolition of walls and ceilings to determine condition of structure of bearing and non bearing walls, chimney and siding. | $20,000 | [B26-000958](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000958/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [161 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/161-pearl-st/) | 490 ft SW | Electrical | Reconnect/replacment (2) AC/HP and (2) gas furnaces | $1,500 | [E26-000970](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000970/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [161 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/161-pearl-st/) | 490 ft SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replacing 2 AC systems with heat pumps in existing locations in the basement and attic. Reconnecting to existing ductwork. | $40,768 | [B26-000036](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000036/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [4 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-cross-st/) | 690 ft NE | Alteration or repair | CHANGE OF DESCRIPTION - 4/9/26 JS We are revising the proposed plans to maintain the building's existing 2-unit configuration instead of the previously proposed 3-unit conversion. The updated scope features two duplex units: Unit #1 (Basement/First Floor) and Unit #2 (Second Floor/Attic). All work,  | $400,000 | [B26-000312](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000312/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [76 Flint St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/76-flint-st/) | 880 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Replace deck floors and railings to front and rear stairs | $6,745 | [B26-000886](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000886/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [195 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/195-pearl-st/) | 990 ft W | Electrical | rewire kitchen, living room dinning room, bathroom and bed room and office B26-000852 | $15,000 | [E26-000804](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000804/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [195 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/195-pearl-st/) | 990 ft W | Alteration or repair | Demo kitchen walls(leaving cabinets and replacing countertops), living room and dinning room down to studs, wire to code, insulate, sheetrock finish and paint. | $40,000 | [B26-000852](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000852/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [2 Pearl Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-pearl-terr/) | 380 ft SW | Plumbing | @ 4 Pearl Terrace Plumbing connections to water heater replacement | Not listed | [P26-000378](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000378/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [2 Pearl Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-pearl-terr/) | 380 ft SW | Plumbing | @ 4 Pearl Terrace Water heater replacement - gas tie in | Not listed | [G26-000315](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000315/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [97 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-cross-st/) | 910 ft S | Plumbing | Water Heater and Dryer on 2nd floor | Not listed | [G25-000409](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G25-000409/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [8 Macarthur St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-macarthur-st/) | 630 ft N | Plumbing | Rough and finish plumbing | Not listed | [P26-000350](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000350/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [156 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/156-broadway/) | 760 ft NE | Electrical | Installation of fire alarm devices for commercial fitout | $6,000 | [E26-000863](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000863/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 980 ft N | Plumbing | ranges boilers | Not listed | [G26-000269](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000269/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [181 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/181-pearl-st/) | 770 ft W | New building | Construct three story, 3 unit, new construction Building in the MR3 District FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B25-001591 | $700,000 | [B25-001503](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001503/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [160 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/160-broadway/) | 740 ft NE | Electrical | demo and make safe after fire | $3,000 | [E26-000835](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000835/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [33 Bonair St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-bonair-st/) | 420 ft N | Electrical | Two panel changes and replace basement porcelain sockets with led disk lights. | $3,300 | [E26-000830](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000830/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [110 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/110-pearl-st/) | 870 ft SE | Plumbing | 1 Kitchen at the 1 Floor | Not listed | [P26-000326](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000326/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [130 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/130-broadway/) | 950 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Rework some ductwork for new partitions | $24,750 | [SM26-000061](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000061/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 980 ft N | Plumbing | kits baths | Not listed | [P26-000319](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000319/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [11 Garfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-garfield-ave/) | 960 ft NE | Addition | Foundation for rear addition B26-000136 | $35,000 | [B26-000280](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000280/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [11 Garfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-garfield-ave/) | 960 ft NE | Electrical | permit being pulled for foundation grounding E26-000464 | $1,500 | [E26-000814](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000814/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [11 Garfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-garfield-ave/) | 960 ft NE | Electrical | additional/remodel, outlets, switches, recessed lights, breakers, dimmers | $20,000 | [E26-000464](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000464/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [110 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/110-pearl-st/) | 870 ft SE | Electrical | Kitchen rewire and sub panel replacement | $5,500 | [E26-000776](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000776/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [96 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-cross-st/) | 940 ft S | Alteration or repair | Roof replace | $15,850 | [B26-000687](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000687/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [33 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-everett-ave/) | 300 ft W | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing in Unit 3 | $6,674 | [B26-000748](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000748/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [8 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-melvin-st/) | 940 ft N | Alteration or repair | Correct existing building code violation ( Old permit No. B25-002212 ) Correct building code violation ( Dormer was build bigger that approved on approved previous permit. Reduce dormer according to as build drawings submitted. | $50,000 | [B26-000460](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000460/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [8 Ellsworth St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-ellsworth-st/) | 450 ft E | Electrical | Performed complete electrical wiring installation for a two-family residential dwelling in accordance with the current Massachusetts Electrical Code, NEC requirements, and local municipal regulations in Somerville. Scope of work includes installation of new service equipment, meter sockets, groundin | $55,000 | [E26-000689](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000689/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [97 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-cross-st/) | 910 ft S | Plumbing | Washing machine connection and bar sink | Not listed | [P26-000295](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000295/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [97 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-cross-st/) | 910 ft S | Plumbing | Furnace | Not listed | [G26-000240](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000240/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 980 ft N | Electrical | Upgrade service to 300 amps. Wire second and third floor. And adding a new meter. And mini splits installation. | $14,000 | [E26-000613](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000613/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [161 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/161-broadway/) | 950 ft NE | Electrical | Change 400 amp service to new 400 amp service with two meters. Add sub panels upstairs in garages. Add some receptacles off the new panels. Wire garage doors and change all the strip lights to new led | $7,500 | [E26-000391](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000391/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [181 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/181-pearl-st/) | 770 ft W | Plumbing | Plumbing renovation- Unit 1, Unit 2, Unit 3 | Not listed | [P26-000281](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000281/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [97 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-cross-st/) | 910 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install two Family House HVAC System two zone zone off duct work duct in the first floor and basement for heat and air conditioner system. | $13,900 | [SM26-000063](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000063/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 980 ft N | Alteration or repair | Renovate Unit #2 and Unit #3, Framing Dormer, roof, siding, windows, interior kitchens, bathrooms, Electrical, Plumbing, Sprinkler System | $344,000 | [B25-001867](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001867/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [33 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-everett-ave/) | 300 ft W | Electrical | knob and tube replacement | $5,540 | [E26-000630](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000630/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 980 ft N | Electrical | New siding installation, second floor and 3 floor demolition.. | $600 | [E26-000390](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000390/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 35 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [7 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-melvin-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Installation of 15 solar panels on roof of residence. 6.45 kW DC roof mount. Adding a new utility meter 200A rating. Adding a new msd 100A rated with 100A main breaker. No structural upgrades. No ess/battery. | $7,663 | [E26-001414](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001414/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [24 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-gilman-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Roofing | Remove all roofing materials on garage and install.060 EPDM roofing materials. Remove all debris. | $9,820 | [B26-001539](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001539/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [29 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-gilman-st/) | 0.19 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Interior selective demolition to expose existing framing and determine whether the wall is load-bearing or non-load-bearing. No structural members will be altered. | $20,000 | [B26-001344](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001344/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [4 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-webster-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Plumbing | 1 Full Kitchen | Not listed | [P26-000542](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000542/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [29 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-gilman-st/) | 0.19 mi SW | Electrical | Demo make safe | $300 | [E26-001292](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001292/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [10 Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-wellington-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Upgrade to 200 Amp Service. Install new service riser, wiring, piping, new meterbank, panel, breakers and surge protection, along with main grounding. (1) New electric vehicle charging device. | $8,000 | [E25-001258](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001258/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [4 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-webster-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | Kitchen rewire | $5,000 | [E26-001304](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001304/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [117 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/117-cross-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Repair damaged soffit and add window caulking for the building | $10,000 | [B25-001332](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001332/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [7 Wisconsin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-wisconsin-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Pool or spa | installation of aboveground pool | $4,000 | [B26-001065](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001065/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [7 Wisconsin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-wisconsin-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Pool plug trench about 30 ft | $1,200 | [E26-001119](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001119/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [27 Gilman Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-gilman-terr/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Weatherization/Insulation. Work Scope Attached | $3,904 | [B26-000844](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000844/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [159 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/159-walnut-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | install 2 new water meters | Not listed | [P26-000412](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000412/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [25 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-kensington-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | Bathroom remodel See E23-000645 service permit no final as of 9/24/26 | $2,500 | [E26-000910](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000910/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [74 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-gilman-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Replace 6 Windows | $7,760 | [B26-000951](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000951/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [86 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/86-glen-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Plumbing | Replacement of existing burnham steam boiler using another burnham steam boiler and replacement of gas water heater using ao smith equipment | Not listed | [P26-000070](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000070/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [79 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/79-gilman-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Replace rotted fascia, soffit boards and re hang gutters HOMEOWNERS BUILDING PERMIT | $2,200 | [B26-000807](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000807/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [22 Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-wellington-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Roofing | Removal and Replacement of Asphalt Shingle Roof | $12,325 | [B26-000889](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000889/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [25 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-kensington-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Plumbing | Remodel: Toilet, Lav, and Shower in unit 3 | Not listed | [P26-000364](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000364/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [3 Hillside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-hillside-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Roofing | Roofing Asphalt Shingles Replacement | $19,500 | [B26-000805](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000805/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [20 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-gilman-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Insulation - basement rim joist, minimal | $1,445 | [B26-000797](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000797/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [74 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-gilman-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | Water heater install | Not listed | [P26-000353](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000353/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [74 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-gilman-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | Water heater install | Not listed | [G26-000298](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000298/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [74 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-gilman-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | Dryer hook up | Not listed | [G26-000299](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000299/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [25 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-kensington-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom remodeling including tiles, new toilet, tub and vanity. Includes all painting and finishing required. | $43,150 | [B26-000787](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000787/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [13 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/13-gilman-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Completion of Solar Install from Origininal Building permit | $1,000 | [E26-000586](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000586/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [26-28 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26--28-kensington-ave/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Install 50amp EV charger with an existing 100amp service, install load management system for Ev charger | $3,000 | [E26-000827](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000827/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [4 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-webster-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | Kitchen rewire | $4,500 | [E26-000846](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000846/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [4 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-webster-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Full kitchen remodeling | $34,000 | [B26-000731](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000731/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [4 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-webster-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 window. Like size and no structural changes. | $2,360 | [B26-000681](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000681/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [16 Cross St East](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-cross-st-east/) | 0.19 mi NE | Plumbing | Replacement water heater | Not listed | [P26-000280](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000280/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [16 Cross St East](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-cross-st-east/) | 0.19 mi NE | Plumbing | Replacement water heater | Not listed | [G26-000232](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000232/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [194 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/194-pearl-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Electrical | Remove and reinstall existing solar panels to repair damage caused by nesting squirrels. Replace SunPower PVS6 monitoring kit with new Enphase IQ Combiner. | $9,300 | [E26-000669](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000669/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [73 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/73-gilman-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Wire a bathroom | $2,000 | [E26-000611](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000611/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [58 Oliver St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/58-oliver-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | take over the finish work part of a permit that was abandoned and not inspected. | $8,500 | [E26-000671](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000671/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [10 Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-wellington-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Renovation: kitchen and half Bathroom | $7,000 | [E26-000608](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000608/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

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

- [17 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-otis-st/): newest permit Nov 1, 2024
- [20 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-otis-st/): newest permit Aug 5, 2026
- [21 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-otis-st/): newest permit Nov 18, 2024
- [28 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-otis-st/): newest permit Jul 7, 2026
- [30 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-otis-st/): newest permit Mar 19, 2025
- [4 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-otis-st/): newest permit Jan 7, 2026
- [38 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-otis-st/): newest permit Mar 17, 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 2026-10-09 22:17 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, all 6 permits at this address and 108 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-otis-st/