# Building permits at 20 Columbus Ave, Somerville, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $13M new building at 24 Webster Ave, permitted Sep 10.

One permit on record here. The newest, Aug 28, 2025: Residential weatherization/air sealing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 103 more permits (102 projects) since May 1. Four are for new buildings, the nearest 940 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (1188329928) | $4,000 | [B25-001202](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001202/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

103 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2026 | [28 Bonner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-bonner-ave/) | 210 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Weatherization and air sealing with the Mass Save Program. No structural changes. | $1,886 | [B26-001391](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001391/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [18 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-columbus-ave/) | 50 ft SE | Electrical | 100 to 400 amp service Upgrade. Installation of outlets in home per customer requested location. | $12,000 | [E26-001164](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001164/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [28 Bonner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-bonner-ave/) | 210 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Installation of (10) Double Hung Window Inserts, (1) Casement Window Insert, (5) Glider Window Inserts and (1) Full Frame, Double Hung Window. No Structural Changes | $53,248 | [B26-000994](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000994/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [223 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/223-washington-st/) | 250 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Temporary interior structure | $174,557 | [B24-000225](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-000225/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [17 Bonner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-bonner-ave/) | 45 ft W | Electrical | Rooftop solar 12 panels 4.92 kwdc no ESS | $8,768 | [E26-000777](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000777/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [3 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-linden-st/) | 750 ft S | Electrical | Associated electrical work for Installation of 18 modules over the pitched roof located at address below | $16,102 | [E26-001473](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001473/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [40 Union Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-union-sq/) | 850 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove asbestos containing building materials | $58,500 | [B26-001536](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001536/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [34 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-columbus-ave/) | 270 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Homeowner permit-- Replacing two rotted exterior doors and one severely window with cracked plexiglass in lieu of glass. | $5,000 | [B26-001553](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001553/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [286 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/286-somerville-ave/) | 660 ft SW | Sign | Install: (2) New Face-Lit Channel Letters - "DUNKIN'" (1A.1).(1) Refurbished Ground Sign - "DUNKIN'" (3A.1) | Not listed | [B26-001387](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001387/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [9 Sanborn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-sanborn-ave/) | 860 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Replace roof deck and railings on the third floor | $17,825 | [B26-001461](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001461/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [32 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-stone-ave/) | 550 ft W | Alteration or repair | remodel kitchen on 1st and 2nd floor, build new bath on third floor,construct/modify wall,closet,closet,install new vinyl floor and base board, repair two windows, no structural work. | $87,000 | [B26-001415](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001415/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [32 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-stone-ave/) | 550 ft W | Plumbing | Renovation, 1st fl kitchen and 1 full bath. 2Nd fl kitchen. 3Rd washer and 1 full bath. | Not listed | [P26-000548](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000548/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [32 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-stone-ave/) | 550 ft W | Plumbing | Renovation, 1st and 2nd fl kitchen stove. | Not listed | [G26-000426](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000426/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [36 Mansfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-mansfield-st/) | 870 ft SE | Plumbing | Replaced boiler only with no water connection, but was told to pull water connection | Not listed | [P26-000547](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000547/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [36 Mansfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-mansfield-st/) | 870 ft SE | Plumbing | Strictly boiler only replacement no touching of water only Gas | Not listed | [G26-000424](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000424/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [14 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-boston-st/) | 600 ft E | Plumbing | replace toilet, vanity, kitchen sink, dishwasher | Not listed | [P26-000541](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000541/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [286 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/286-somerville-ave/) | 660 ft SW | Electrical | Disconnect and reconnect front line wiring for newly added bookcase. Wire new Dunkin signage going in place of existing Dunkin Donut signage. | $4,500 | [E26-001349](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001349/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [163 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-washington-st/) | 770 ft E | Electrical | (REF this permit: B26-001063) Disconnect Electrical for demo and makesafe. Then add lights to unfinished basement @ 175-177 Washington St | $3,000 | [E26-001309](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001309/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [24 Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-webster-ave/) | 940 ft SW | New building | construct a podium style 6 story building with a parking level below the building. This low-rise complies with the 9th edition of the Ma building code. This mixed use (general building) structure's primary use is multi-family residential 43 units. (R-2). Permit tranferred to new contractor 8/27/25 | $12,640,000 | [B24-002327](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-002327/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [163 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-washington-st/) | 770 ft E | Alteration or repair | Emergency Demolition,Remove partitions and drywall ceilings in basement @175-177 Washington St | $9,500 | [B26-001063](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001063/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [230 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/230-somerville-ave/) | 900 ft S | Electrical | Wiring for the commercial kitchen hood ventilation motors including power outlets, lighting & control | $9,380 | [E26-001301](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001301/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [9 Sanborn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-sanborn-ave/) | 860 ft NW | 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 27, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and four mini split heads. | $21,733 | [B26-001264](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001264/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and four mini split heads. | $5,433 | [E26-001152](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001152/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [44 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-columbus-ave/) | 440 ft NW | Solar | Install Energy Storage System rated at 27kWh outside, interconnected to existing solar panel system | $21,675 | [B26-001233](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001233/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [22 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-stone-ave/) | 610 ft W | Alteration or repair | (HOMEOWNER PERMIT) Replace 2 windows in back bedroom and Adding kitchen cabinets and new countertop | $6,000 | [B26-001289](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001289/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [163 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-washington-st/) | 770 ft E | Plumbing | Disconnect Shower & lav in basement | Not listed | [P26-000479](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000479/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [20 Prospect St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-prospect-st/) | 760 ft S | Plumbing | Installing 3 new breakrooms @ 50 Prospect St | Not listed | [P26-000474](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000474/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [44 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-columbus-ave/) | 440 ft NW | Electrical | Install Energy Storage System rated at 27kWh on exterior, interconnected to existing solar panel system | $15,249 | [E26-001118](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001118/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [14 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-boston-st/) | 600 ft E | Electrical | renovation kitchen and one bathroom | $6,500 | [E26-001144](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001144/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 780 ft NE | Plumbing | bathroom and kitchen renovation | Not listed | [P26-000448](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000448/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [14 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-boston-st/) | 600 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove old cabinets Remove floor tile Remove drop ceiling Open bigger window on wall between kitchen and living room Install new ceiling Install new floor tile Install new cabinets Replace existing existing doors | $36,480 | [B26-000800](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000800/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Kitchen renovation with two bathrooms being renovated as well | $5,600 | [E26-001109](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001109/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [21 Union Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-union-sq/) | 960 ft W | Electrical | Bathroom Electrical WORK @ 259 WASHINGTON ST | $1,500 | [E26-001089](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001089/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [19b Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19b-stone-ave/) | 530 ft W | Electrical | Installing Bryant 24K BTU Outdoor Unit, (3) Bryant 6K BTU Indoor Wall Unit, and Bryant 9K BTU Indoor Wall Unit. | $1,500 | [E26-000946](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000946/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [21 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-stone-ave/) | 530 ft W | Electrical | Installing Bryant 36K BTU Outdoor Unit, (2) Bryant 6K BTU Indoor Wall Units, Bryant 9K BTU Indoor Wall Units, and Bryant 12K BTU Indoor Wall Units. | $1,500 | [E26-000945](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000945/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [21 Union Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-union-sq/) | 960 ft W | Alteration or repair | @ 259 Washington st in existing commercial space, add new accessible toilet room within existing storage closet. Provide built in seating and furnishings for patron seating. Provide new bar and equipment throughout kitchen, all existing walls, storefront, and. Exterior doors to remain unless otherwi | $25,000 | [B26-000953](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000953/) |
| Jul 25, 2026 | [15 Homer Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-homer-sq/) | 280 ft W | Roofing | Install new roofing | $14,600 | [B26-001094](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001094/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [24 Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-webster-ave/) | 940 ft SW | Electrical | New construction of 43 units, common areas and parking garage which includes installation of underground for 1600A service, subpanels, load centers, and generator as well as lighting, general power, fire alarm and line voltage power to HVAC equipment as specified. | $1,425,000 | [E26-000999](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000999/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [9 Allen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-allen-st/) | 710 ft S | Electrical | Temp Electrical Service Construction Site @ Corner of Allen St and Charlestown St | $500 | [E26-001005](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001005/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [18 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-linden-st/) | 920 ft S | Roofing | Strip existing roofing (15 sq) layer with proper tools, remove existing flashing, underlayment, boot pipes and remove debris down using tarp along the house to protect house perimeter and client belongs. Reroof with new underlayment and new asphalt shingles following State Building Code and Manufact | $7,960 | [B26-000745](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000745/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [11 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-linden-st/) | 830 ft S | Roofing | Reroof: Tear off existing underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. Install new underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. No structural changes. | $28,536 | [B26-000977](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000977/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [24 Warren Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-warren-ave/) | 770 ft NW | 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/) | 1,000 ft W | 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/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [24 Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-webster-ave/) | 940 ft SW | Electrical | Installation of underground conduits for new construction building with 43 units and generator. | $21,000 | [E26-000931](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000931/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [43 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-boston-st/) | 830 ft NE | Electrical | Install new low voltage fire alarm | $8,000 | [E26-000887](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000887/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [18 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-linden-st/) | 920 ft S | Electrical | Rooftop solar 19 panels 7.79 kwdc 13.5kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $98,637 | [E26-000828](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000828/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [18 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-linden-st/) | 920 ft S | Solar | Rooftop solar 19 panels 7.79 kwdc 13.5kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall no structural | $38,950 | [B26-000863](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000863/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [20 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-prospect-hill-ave/) | 500 ft NE | Alteration or repair | air sealing and insulation through the Mass Save program | $1,213 | [B26-000718](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000718/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [19r Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19r-prospect-hill-ave/) | 590 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the mass save program | $2,400 | [B23-001976](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B23-001976/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 780 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Cosmetic renovation to include: Replacing counters in kitchen Fixture replacement in existing full bath Window replacement throughout house Adding half bath (as indicated on proposed plans) Sanding/refinishing floors Painting unit | $40,000 | [B26-000783](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000783/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [21 Union Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-union-sq/) | 960 ft W | Electrical | Install pendant lights, ceiling fan, receptacle outlets and water heater. | $6,500 | [E26-000773](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000773/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [5 Homer Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-homer-sq/) | 360 ft NW | Electrical | Support service for Siding company | $500 | [E26-000661](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000661/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [33 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-columbus-ave/) | 260 ft N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 860845) | $2,000 | [B26-000586](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000586/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [43 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-boston-st/) | 830 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 3 HVAC systems. 1 located in the basement with 2 zones, 1 located on the 2nd floor, and 1 located on the 3rd floor. | $49,000 | [SM26-000093](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000093/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [1 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1-bow-st/) | 910 ft W | 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 2, 2026 | [20 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-prospect-hill-ave/) | 500 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install two condensers and four mini split heads | $27,632 | [B26-000655](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000655/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [37 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-columbus-ave/) | 340 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | Demolish existing three-story wood deck and construct new three-story pressure-treated wood deck in same footprint, layout, and dimensions | $27,000 | [B26-000638](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000638/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [17 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-linden-st/) | 910 ft S | Plumbing | gas meter test | Not listed | [G26-000273](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000273/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [3 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-linden-st/) | 750 ft S | Alteration or repair | Adding 5 of 4in lally column with 2x2x1 concrete footing for additional structural support | $3,000 | [B26-000582](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000582/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [220 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/220-washington-st/) | 510 ft SE | Electrical | 120 volt wiring for gate control | $10,000 | [E26-000708](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000708/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [16 Homer Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-homer-sq/) | 250 ft W | Electrical | Electrical service upgrade from existing 100A to new 200A service, including new panel upgrades as required. Install (1) 60A circuit for EV charger. | $4,800 | [E26-000605](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000605/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [18 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-linden-st/) | 920 ft S | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $12,000 | [B26-000720](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000720/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [35 Prospect St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-prospect-st/) | 840 ft SW | Roofing | Remove all roofing materials and install.060 EPDM rubber roofing materials. Remove all debris. | $44,211 | [B26-000685](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000685/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [3 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-emerson-st/) | 820 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Replace existing ducted AC | $14,250 | [B26-000668](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000668/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [5 Homer Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-homer-sq/) | 360 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Emergency roof and siding replacement | $30,000 | [B26-000589](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000589/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [21 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-linden-st/) | 980 ft S | Alteration or repair | Vinyl Siding, Install 3.5 inch trim around exterior around Garage Door, install white standard block to mount lights, outlets and dryer vents around home, Install 3.5 inch trim around exterior around window, Installing 3.5" James Hardie trim on exterior of door. | $105,287 | [B26-000442](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000442/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [20 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-prospect-hill-ave/) | 500 ft NE | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of two condensers and four mini-split heads | $6,908 | [E26-000624](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000624/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [14 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-linden-st/) | 890 ft S | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the entire house with Owens Corning System Warranty. | $23,899 | [B26-000528](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000528/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [24 Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-webster-ave/) | 940 ft SW | Plumbing | Installation of various plumbing fixtures and piping at new multi residential building | Not listed | [P26-000253](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000253/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [205 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/205-washington-st/) | 400 ft SE | Electrical | they needed a permit pulled as they’re taking off window frames Siding permit | $150 | [E26-000545](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000545/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [21 Union Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-union-sq/) | 960 ft W | Plumbing | Furnish and Install 1 new toilet and 1 new lavatory sink Juliet Social Club @ 257 Washington St | Not listed | [P26-000260](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000260/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 31 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [39 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-alston-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Outlet for washer, outside outlet, replacement of light fixture | $2,500 | [E26-001368](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001368/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [32 Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-webster-ave/) | 0.19 mi SW | Demolition | Demolition of existing 2 story house DEMO ON OR AFTER SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 (EMERGENCY DEMO) | $49,950 | [D26-000002](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/D26-000002/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | Plumbing | Install a new gas fire Furnace | Not listed | [G26-000416](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000416/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | New building | build new 3 family house (existing structure is a garage) - detached house in NR district FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B26-000068 | $720,000 | [B25-000984](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000984/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [2 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-alston-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Roofing | Enclose porch on first and second floor add insulation and light install stairs exterior access and exit install windows and doors install siding, new roof (sheathing, shingles, flashing, ice & water shield), Insulation (walls & roof), Drywall installation & finishing, Flooring installation vinyl | $25,000 | [B26-001165](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001165/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [152 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/152-cross-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Add handrail to Attic Egress Stair, Add railing to second floor roof deck and replace 1 exterior door. | $6,418 | [B26-001215](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001215/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [2 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-alston-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Wire a small addition. | $4,000 | [E26-001228](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001228/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [67 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/67-boston-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Alteration or repair | Install 14 Marvin classic replacement window,energy star,inserts only,no structural work | $18,350 | [B26-001306](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001306/) |
| Aug 16, 2026 | [6 Giles Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/6-giles-park/) | 0.22 mi NW | 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 7, 2026 | [32 Hamlet St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-hamlet-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Install new bathroom & kitchen fixtures only. | Not listed | [P26-000461](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000461/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [32 Hamlet St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-hamlet-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Install New Gas Stove | Not listed | [G26-000365](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000365/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Weatherization/Insulation. Work Scope Attached | $15,254 | [B26-000809](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000809/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Wiring a new three-unit apartment | $52,000 | [E26-000656](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000656/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | 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/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Wiring of new High Velocity Heat Pumps | $4,000 | [E26-001083](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001083/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [7 Chester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-chester-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Roofing | Reroof: Tear off existing underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. Install new underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. No structural changes. | $24,098 | [B26-000868](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000868/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [32 Hamlet St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-hamlet-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | Second floor remodel | $18,000 | [E26-000935](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000935/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | New building | foundation for new construction 3 family CONSTRUCTION PERMIT B25-000984 | $100,000 | [B26-000068](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000068/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | 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 24, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | 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 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | Electrical | Move exsisting smokes, pull stations and horns out to accommodate new framing | $500 | [E26-000875](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000875/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [32 Hamlet St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-hamlet-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Renovate second floor unti will remove the dining room and living room ceiling, The dining room will and bedroom wall will be removed, Two 12-foot LVLs will be installed, There will go from the second floor to first floor to the basement, The space will be opened up, The dining room and bedroom wall | $84,975 | [B26-000806](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000806/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | 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/) | 0.23 mi W | Plumbing | Remodel a existing Liquor store | Not listed | [P26-000322](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000322/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | Renovation of 2 bathrooms, 1 laundry, 1 kitchen, 1 half bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000317](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000317/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [9 Hillside Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-hillside-park/) | 0.24 mi NW | 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 | [9 Hillside Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-hillside-park/) | 0.24 mi NW | 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/) | 0.22 mi NW | 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/) | 0.21 mi W | 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 6, 2026 | [300 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/300-somerville-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | New building | buildout restaurant @ 302 Somerville Ave | $200,000 | [B25-000859](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000859/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [33 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-bow-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Installation of (2) Annunciator Panels | $3,000 | [E26-000588](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000588/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on Columbus Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [19 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-columbus-ave/): newest permit Apr 9, 2025
- [18 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-columbus-ave/): newest permit Aug 19, 2026
- [25 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-columbus-ave/): newest permit Jun 24, 2025
- [27 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-columbus-ave/): newest permit Jun 25, 2025
- [33 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-columbus-ave/): newest permit Jun 9, 2026
- [34 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-columbus-ave/): newest permit Oct 2, 2026
- [36 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-columbus-ave/): newest permit Mar 5, 2026
- [37 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-columbus-ave/): newest permit Jun 1, 2026
- [41 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/41-columbus-ave/): newest permit May 16, 2025
- [44 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-columbus-ave/): newest permit Aug 27, 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 22:22 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 103 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-columbus-ave/