# Building permits at 233 Elm St, Somerville, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.2M new building at 53 Chester St, permitted Jun 3.

31 permits on record here. The newest, Dec 11, 2025: Install a new channel letter sign to the wall. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 115 more permits (112 projects) since May 1. Four are for new buildings, the nearest 290 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2025 | Sign | install a new channel letter sign to the wall. @ 237 Elm St | Not listed | [B25-001458](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001458/) |
| Dec 9, 2025 | Electrical | New Sign wiring | $500 | [E25-001684](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001684/) |
| Apr 7, 2023 | Electrical | Checking what another electrician did. His Permit number is E23-000353. Checking to make sure work was done correctly. | $500 | [E23-000569](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E23-000569/) |
| Dec 12, 2022 | Electrical | connect new water heater | $300 | [E22-001924](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E22-001924/) |
| Dec 8, 2022 | Alteration or repair | install interior partition door between 2 spaces to expand Dragon Pizza into space next door for pizza party room w/ pizza oven | $3,890 | [B22-002102](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B22-002102/) |
| Nov 18, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Renovate existing restaurant; New Fire Alarm System, new accessible restroom, new bar area | $65,000 | [B20-001064](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B20-001064/) |
| Oct 14, 2020 | Electrical | Installing fire alarm system | $4,000 | [E20-001169](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E20-001169/) |
| Sep 23, 2020 | Electrical | wire bathroom | $500 | [E20-000352](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E20-000352/) |
| Aug 25, 2020 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Mini split installation | $8,000 | [B20-000522](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B20-000522/) |
| Aug 21, 2020 | Plumbing | New Bar Sink | Not listed | [P20-000443](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P20-000443/) |
| Jun 2, 2020 | Electrical | wire mini split system and add and relocate plugs for new counter layout. | $2,500 | [E20-000522](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E20-000522/) |
| Mar 3, 2020 | Plumbing | New Bathroom | Not listed | [P20-000105](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P20-000105/) |
| Mar 3, 2020 | Plumbing | Repipe Gas line to appliances | Not listed | [G20-000141](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G20-000141/) |
| Nov 12, 2019 | Electrical | add outlets for ice cream, mixer and cooler | $1,500 | [E19-001792](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E19-001792/) |
| Nov 8, 2018 | Plumbing | Appliance change over | Not listed | [P18-000771](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P18-000771/) |
| Oct 24, 2018 | Electrical | Add outlets for soda machine and Freezer | $200 | [E18-001851](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E18-001851/) |
| Oct 24, 2018 | Electrical | Replace lighting at McKinnon Meat Mkt. @ 239 ELM ST Re-activate permit E18-000154 | $8,000 | [E18-001834](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E18-001834/) |
| Sep 4, 2018 | Electrical | demo old wires and add outlets | $600 | [E18-001470](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E18-001470/) |
| Feb 1, 2018 | Electrical | Replace lighting - 239 ELM ST | $8,000 | [E18-000154](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E18-000154/) |
| Nov 8, 2017 | Sign | 1 sign with push through letters that light up (sign also has halo lighting around back) 53' x 96" / 1 sign with push through letters that light up 20" x 150" | $13,500 | [B17-002120](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B17-002120/) |
| Aug 17, 2017 | Alteration or repair | change of use from pawn shop to coffee shop, plumbing and electrical work only - 235A ELM ST | $6,000 | [B17-001417](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B17-001417/) |
| Aug 11, 2017 | Electrical | wire small retail bakery outlet - 235 ELM ST | $2,000 | [E17-001631](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E17-001631/) |
| Aug 10, 2017 | Plumbing | Adding a couple sinks for a bakery distributor - 235 ELM ST | Not listed | [P17-000721](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P17-000721/) |
| Jul 13, 2017 | Electrical | Installation of addressable fire alarm system - 239 ELM ST | $15,000 | [E17-001338](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E17-001338/) |
| Jun 26, 2017 | Electrical | Adding pull station - 235 ELM ST | $150 | [E17-001148](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E17-001148/) |
| Aug 19, 2014 | Sign | The old sign will be taken, replacing with new sign - 237 elm st | $2,000 | [B14-000268](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B14-000268/) |
| Aug 11, 2014 | Electrical | Install fire alarm system - 237 elm st | $1,995 | [E14-000464](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E14-000464/) |
| Jul 30, 2014 | Electrical | Replace electrical panel and breakers due to flooding. | $1,500 | [E14-000664](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E14-000664/) |
| Jul 8, 2014 | Electrical | to install receptacle outlets, switch and lighting | $7,000 | [E14-000492](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E14-000492/) |
| Jun 23, 2014 | Plumbing | install two handsinks, one bay sink,one mop sink, one grease trap, three floor drain, water pine, one food sink, one ice bin, | Not listed | [P14-000099](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P14-000099/) |
| Jun 18, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Commercial interior renovation. Build new non-load bearing partition wall. New plumbing and electrical work for new sinks and equipment. New fire alarm system. | $69,570 | [B14-000195](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B14-000195/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | [246 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/246-elm-st/) | 240 ft NW | Sign | Remove the old sign, replace a new channel letter sign and existing blade sign refacing only. | Not listed | [B26-000665](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000665/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [236 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/236-elm-st/) | 150 ft SW | Electrical | Replace roof top unit | $2,000 | [E24-001579](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E24-001579/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [236 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/236-elm-st/) | 150 ft SW | Sign | Remove existing aluminum sign faces from non-illuminated wall cabinet and blade sign. Install new, same materials, new logo and colors. Buffalo exhange | Not listed | [B26-000816](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000816/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [246 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/246-elm-st/) | 240 ft NW | Electrical | 6x tv outlets and 1x recessed light | $2,000 | [E26-000759](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000759/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 77 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [18 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-windom-st/) | 680 ft SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Ductwork on x1 mini split system | $32,840 | [SM26-000188](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000188/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [24 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-chester-st/) | 800 ft SW | Plumbing | Replacement of Existing Furnace. | Not listed | [G26-000453](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000453/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [18 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-windom-st/) | 680 ft SE | Electrical | Replacement of one condenser/air handler and two water heaters. | $2,000 | [E26-001307](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001307/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [212 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/212-elm-st/) | 290 ft S | Alteration or repair | Construction of a Demising Hallway 2nd Fl | $190,750 | [B26-001463](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001463/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [22 Cutter Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-cutter-ave/) | 370 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove the existing deck and reconstruct deck in the same location. | $42,300 | [B26-001248](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001248/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [87 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/87-orchard-st/) | 730 ft S | Roofing | Re-roof flat roof and re-build adjoining roof deck in kind. | $21,700 | [B26-001432](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001432/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [383 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/383-highland-ave/) | 580 ft E | Alteration or repair | Decking board replacement, Replacement 2 front doors 1 basement basement door 1 back door | $10,892 | [B26-001309](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001309/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 990 ft SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install single Family House HVAC System: two zone duct ductless mini splint system, and two air handler in the second floor,two zones duct and two air handler in the third floor for heat and air conditioner system... | $31,500 | [SM26-000156](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000156/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [212 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/212-elm-st/) | 290 ft S | Alteration or repair | Front door replacement / Glass panel installation | $23,932 | [B26-000892](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000892/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [18 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-windom-st/) | 680 ft SE | Plumbing | water heater | Not listed | [P26-000524](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000524/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [18 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-windom-st/) | 680 ft SE | Plumbing | water heater | Not listed | [G26-000409](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000409/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 990 ft SE | Electrical | Wire a home reno on 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors | $38,500 | [E26-001071](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001071/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [403 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/403-highland-ave/) | 410 ft N | Sign | Replace signs for "santander": (replace wall sign @ 34.4 SQ ft) (reface projecting sign @ 9 SQ ft). Internally illuminated. UL#T60051853 | Not listed | [B26-001254](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001254/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [403 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/403-highland-ave/) | 410 ft N | Electrical | Make final high voltage connections to sign | $2,500 | [E26-001291](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001291/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [37 Winslow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-winslow-ave/) | 690 ft NE | Electrical | Move out overhead service pipe for siding repairs | $1,600 | [E26-001258](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001258/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [22 Winslow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-winslow-ave/) | 810 ft N | Electrical | Addition, Kitchen remodel, wire 3 bathrooms. Also rewire old work, living room, dining, rm, 2 bedrooms and 2 halls | $17,700 | [E26-001200](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001200/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [125 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/125-orchard-st/) | 770 ft W | Plumbing | Install Rinnai Gas Boiler & Superstor Ultra EVO Indirect Hot Water Heater in the Basement. | Not listed | [P26-000484](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000484/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [125 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/125-orchard-st/) | 770 ft W | Plumbing | Install Rinnai Gas Boiler & Superstor Ultra EVO Indirect Hot Water Heater in the Basement. | Not listed | [G26-000379](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000379/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [125 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/125-orchard-st/) | 770 ft W | Electrical | Wire a gas fed Rinnai boiler. | $800 | [E26-001267](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001267/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [22 Winslow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-winslow-ave/) | 810 ft N | Mechanical (HVAC) | HVAC - Ductless mini splits | $34,569 | [B26-001320](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001320/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [63 Winslow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/63-winslow-ave/) | 760 ft NE | Alteration or repair | porch structural beam replacement | $10,369 | [B26-001312](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001312/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [68 Dover St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/68-dover-st/) | 940 ft W | Electrical | complete all new electrical of new house started by previous electrician. Taking over for electrical permit E24-001098. | $8,000 | [E26-000581](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000581/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 830 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Replasement of the windows (13) second floor | $9,980 | [B26-001231](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001231/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [19 Winter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-winter-st/) | 970 ft N | Plumbing | 4 NAVIEN Water heaters,1 laundry, 4 kitchens, 6 3/4-bathrooms and 1 half bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000482](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000482/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [19 Winter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-winter-st/) | 970 ft N | Plumbing | 4 gas water heaters in the basement | Not listed | [G26-000377](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000377/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [11 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-windom-st/) | 810 ft SE | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the entire house. In addition to the asphalt roof, al rubber roofs will be replaced as well. Removal and reinstallation of the existing roof deck-Upper rear of home above rubber roof. Rubber Roof Replacement- 4 locations (see diagram in file). Aluminum gutter and down | $27,999 | [B26-001234](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001234/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [19 Winter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-winter-st/) | 970 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove third floor gable roof and replace with Mansard Roof and extend the back wall of building. Basement ADU/Unit 1: Construct new 1 bed, 1 bath. Unit 2: Remodel kitchen, construct 2 beds, 2 Full Bathrooms. Unit 3: Remodel Kitchen, construct 2 beds, 2 full baths. Unit 4: Build new kitchen, 3 bed,  | $419,000 | [B26-000699](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000699/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [68 Dover St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/68-dover-st/) | 940 ft W | Plumbing | finish plumbing for new house | Not listed | [P26-000468](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000468/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [68 Dover St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/68-dover-st/) | 940 ft W | Plumbing | install (1) Navien, and connect gas for (3) Fixtures | Not listed | [G26-000372](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000372/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [37 Winslow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-winslow-ave/) | 690 ft NE | Roofing | Removal and eplacement of some rotted sections of wood shingle around the house. | $27,000 | [B26-001197](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001197/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [22 Winslow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-winslow-ave/) | 810 ft N | Plumbing | Remodeling 1 1/2 baths and the kitchen and adding 3/4 bath | Not listed | [P26-000472](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000472/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [125 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/125-orchard-st/) | 770 ft W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 875773) ( Unit1) | $1,497 | [B26-001104](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001104/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 990 ft SE | Plumbing | Renovation of Plumbing Fixtures | Not listed | [P26-000466](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000466/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 830 ft SE | Electrical | wiring two kitchen in two fmily house | $7,600 | [E26-001051](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001051/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [45 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-grove-st/) | 610 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install new James Hardie fiber cement siding and exterior trim, including fascia boards, soffits, corner boards, and window and door trim. Install 32 new windows and related flashing. Install weather-resistant barrier and waterproofing system as required. Repair and restore front porch and balcony,  | $113,500 | [B26-000989](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000989/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [11 Chester Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-chester-pl/) | 500 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installing one new heat pump system on each level. Installing all new kitchen and bathroom dryer exhaust vent and piping. Installing one ERV on the first floor, one ERV on the second floor, and one ERV in the basement. | $55,000 | [SM26-000039](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000039/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [106 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/106-orchard-st/) | 780 ft SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace existing fossil fuel furnace with 3 ton air source heat pump | $16,503 | [B26-001121](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001121/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [204 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/204-morrison-ave/) | 860 ft NE | Electrical | Install EV charger | $5,000 | [E26-001058](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001058/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 990 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Strip and replace vinyl siding on the 1st and 2nd floor and re-side with double 4 clapboard style vinyl siding | $44,590 | [B26-001085](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001085/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 990 ft SE | Electrical | Siding is being replaced. Disconnect and reconnect outside lights and service | $1,500 | [E26-001070](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001070/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [106 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/106-orchard-st/) | 780 ft SW | Electrical | Replace existing fossil fuel furnace with 3 ton air source heat pump | $4,000 | [E26-001023](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001023/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [21 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-windom-st/) | 750 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. We need space for our 24' box truck. | $4,582 | [B24-000037](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-000037/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [68 Dover St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/68-dover-st/) | 940 ft W | Alteration or repair | install 1 3 panel door for replacement. no structural changes. | $22,154 | [B26-000879](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000879/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 830 ft SE | Plumbing | renovation bathroom and kitchen | Not listed | [P26-000407](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000407/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [3 Cottage Cir](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-cottage-cir/) | 590 ft SW | Electrical | Second floor bathroom complete wiring. | $2,500 | [E26-001011](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001011/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [19 Winter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-winter-st/) | 970 ft N | Alteration or repair | Foundation Permit: addition to rear of building -BUILDING PERMIT B26-000699 | $16,000 | [B26-000894](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000894/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [3 Cottage Cir](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-cottage-cir/) | 590 ft SW | Plumbing | Bath remodel | Not listed | [P26-000390](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000390/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 830 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen & bathroom renovation (1 st floor). Kitchen renovation( 2 nd floor) | $78,400 | [B26-000851](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000851/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [45 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-grove-st/) | 610 ft NE | Electrical | SIDING, replacing 2 lights and adding 2 exterior receptacles. | $1,800 | [E26-000699](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000699/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [48 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-chester-st/) | 300 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace bathroom fixtures | Not listed | [P26-000369](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000369/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [15 Chester Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-chester-pl/) | 530 ft W | Electrical | Wire single family home B26-000438 | $43,500 | [E26-000784](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000784/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [15 Chester Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-chester-pl/) | 530 ft W | Alteration or repair | CHANGE OF CONTRACTOR 8/24/26 - JS Rebuild Converting to a Single Family Home from a Two Family Per Plans which includes: Kitchen, 3 1/2 Bathrooms, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Insulation, Plaster, Hardwood Floors, Millwork, Paint, Replace Windows, Siding, and Roofing | $1,031,504 | [B26-000438](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000438/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [48 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-chester-st/) | 300 ft SW | Electrical | First floor bathroom rewire | $1,000 | [E26-000902](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000902/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [32 Ellington Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-ellington-rd/) | 520 ft NE | Plumbing | Repair / Replacement of Existing Gas Piping and Test. | Not listed | [G26-000228](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000228/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [11 Chester Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-chester-pl/) | 500 ft W | Electrical | Install Low Voltage Security System consisting of burglary devices and fire devices in 2 Units | $3,800 | [E26-000860](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000860/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [19 Winter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-winter-st/) | 970 ft N | Electrical | Ground Foundation with #4 copper to rebar for new service | $250 | [E26-000857](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000857/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [19 Winter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-winter-st/) | 970 ft N | Electrical | Wire 4 apartments including basement ADU. and common areas to code, Service Upgrade | $30,000 | [E26-000837](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000837/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [3 Cottage Cir](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-cottage-cir/) | 590 ft SW | Alteration or repair | remodel existing 2nd floor bathroom same layout to remain | $49,480 | [B26-000459](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000459/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [28 Hawthorne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-hawthorne-st/) | 900 ft SE | Plumbing | Tankless hit water heater replacement | Not listed | [P26-000333](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000333/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [28 Hawthorne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-hawthorne-st/) | 900 ft SE | Plumbing | Tankless hit water heater replacement | Not listed | [G26-000285](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000285/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [88 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/88-orchard-st/) | 870 ft S | New building | build a foundation only in preparation for garage (see permit application B26-000662) | $47,268 | [B26-000743](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000743/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [88 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/88-orchard-st/) | 870 ft S | Addition | Rebuild garage in altered footprin -FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B26-000743 | $179,413 | [B26-000662](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000662/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [123 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/123-orchard-st/) | 700 ft W | Electrical | Rewire unit 32 u it 44 and unit 46. Install hard wired smoke/co detectors. Install sub panel in each unit. Wire units to code | $35,000 | [E26-000786](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000786/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [35 Hawthorne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-hawthorne-st/) | 800 ft E | Plumbing | Basement gas furnace | Not listed | [G26-000275](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000275/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [88 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/88-orchard-st/) | 870 ft S | Electrical | Wiring a new garage will be installed Lights and plugs and sconce lights | $6,000 | [E26-000762](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000762/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [53 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-chester-st/) | 290 ft W | New building | Proposed 4-story building with 3 dwelling units, ground-story commercial, and 3 parking spaces. Associated with zp24-000054 & zp24-000055 foundation only permit b25-002006 | $2,184,000 | [B25-001926](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001926/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [19 Cottage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-cottage-ave/) | 390 ft SW | Electrical | siding permit WORK @ 17 & 19 COTTAGE | $850 | [E26-000263](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000263/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-chester-st/) | 300 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Redoing 1st floor bathroom, changing tub to a shower, drain adjusted to code, redo electrical bring up to code GFCI, toilet changed to a water efficient unit, vanity changed to a newer model, existing radiator to remain, new Panasonic whisper fan exhausted to exterior, tiles on floor and walls redon | $42,000 | [B26-000678](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000678/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [53 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-chester-st/) | 290 ft W | Electrical | Underground service 400 amps | $3,000 | [E26-000714](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000714/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [22 Winslow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-winslow-ave/) | 810 ft N | Alteration or repair | 2nd Floor Kitchen remodel. Replace 2 windows in Kitchen. 2nd Floor Bath remodel. Third Floor dormer addition with new office, bath and laundry. Add 3rd floor primary bath. | $654,382 | [B26-000568](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000568/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [45 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-grove-st/) | 610 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Removal of two layers of asbestos siding cement and wood siding | $20,600 | [B26-000640](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000640/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [55 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-grove-st/) | 700 ft NE | Electrical | Add 4 outlets in the porch | $1,000 | [E26-000681](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000681/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [11 Chester Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-chester-pl/) | 500 ft W | Electrical | Wire new 2 family house | $58,000 | [E26-000663](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000663/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [21 Day St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-day-st/) | 920 ft W | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $21,000 | [B26-000602](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000602/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [360 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/360-summer-st/) | 580 ft SE | Electrical | Install, terminate, test, and label 22 plenum rated category 6 cable locations and clean up existiing cabling WORK @ 362 SUMMER ST | $6,000 | [E26-000650](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000650/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [16 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-elston-st/) | 910 ft SE | Plumbing | Installing furnace | Not listed | [G26-000229](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000229/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [68 Dover St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/68-dover-st/) | 940 ft W | Alteration or repair | Transfer of permit B23-001139. Complete all unfinished work of SF home for new owner: | $44,100 | [B26-000303](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000303/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 34 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [34 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-willow-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Roofing | Remove all roofing materials and install premium Owens Corning roofing materials. Remove all debris. | $27,300 | [B26-001506](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001506/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [96 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-willow-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Plumbing | We replaced the main sewer line in the basement | Not listed | [P26-000572](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000572/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [10 Wallace St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-wallace-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Alteration or repair | basement remodel Demo existing basement living space to original storage area | $5,650 | [B26-001420](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001420/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Plumbing | plumbing for new building with basement a two floors | Not listed | [P26-000564](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000564/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [10 Wallace St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-wallace-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Plumbing | Disconnect/cap fixtures in basement | Not listed | [P26-000507](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000507/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [225 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/225-morrison-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | replacing 2 existing furnaces with new | Not listed | [G26-000405](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000405/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | New building | New Rear Cottage -Foundation only permit B26-000588 | $650,000 | [B26-000516](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000516/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [157 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/157-elm-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Electrical | Install 120v Smoke detectors common areas | $950 | [E26-001169](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001169/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [331 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/331-summer-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace existing fossil fuel furnace with 3 ton air source heat pump | $16,003 | [B26-001146](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001146/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [55 Dover St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-dover-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | install 20 replacement windows. no structural changes. bathroom window is tempered. | $46,622 | [B26-001151](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001151/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [136 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/136-orchard-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Plumbing | Unit #1 - first fl - new full bath, washing machine connection & utility sink | Not listed | [P26-000456](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000456/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [331 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/331-summer-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Replace existing fossil fuel furnace with 3 ton air source heat pump sm26-000125 | $4,000 | [E26-000954](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000954/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [96 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-willow-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Replacing 13 existing support columns with new support columns to stabilize the floor system above utilizing existing footings if applicable. | $45,860 | [B26-001081](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001081/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | complete electrical installation for new adu | $25,000 | [E26-000861](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000861/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [12 Lester Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-lester-terr/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Third floor bathroom renovation | $42,500 | [B26-001037](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001037/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [56 Meacham Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/56-meacham-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Replace existing rear deck as per plans | $13,181 | [B26-001020](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001020/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [354 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/354-highland-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | 3rd floor bathroom addition | $3,000 | [E26-001032](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001032/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [12 Lester Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-lester-terr/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | 1 Bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000402](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000402/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [12 Lester Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-lester-terr/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Relocate lighting and outlets for bathroom remodel, replace bath exhaust fan, add outlet near toilet for bidet, radiant floor heat | $2,250 | [E26-000962](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000962/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | New building | New Foundation for ADU (Rear Cottage) -Construction permit B26-000516 | $20,000 | [B26-000588](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000588/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [354 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/354-highland-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Plumbing | Add plumbing for third floor bath. | Not listed | [P26-000389](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000389/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [32 Hall Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-hall-ave/) | 0.25 mi NE | Electrical | Wire 2exterior heat pumps air interior air handlers | $1,200 | [E26-000862](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000862/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [36 Hall Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-hall-ave/) | 0.25 mi NE | Electrical | Porch Outlet | $400 | [E26-000891](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000891/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [36 Hall Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-hall-ave/) | 0.25 mi NE | Alteration or repair | porch floor replacement and wood stairs rebuild | $8,550 | [B26-000742](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000742/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [40 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-willow-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | replacement of natural gas water heater | Not listed | [G26-000278](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000278/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [12 Park Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-park-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Install Ev charger with UL listed load management | $1,000 | [E26-000810](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000810/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [354 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/354-highland-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Add a 3rd floor bathroom with a Dormer | $97,792 | [B26-000671](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000671/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [7 Park Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-park-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Lighting renovation, bathroom renovation | $18,000 | [E26-000677](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000677/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [5 Campbell Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-campbell-pk/) | 0.25 mi NW | Electrical | service upgrade to 400 amp | $11,000 | [E26-000440](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000440/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [12 Lester Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-lester-terr/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Interior third-floor renovation including selective demolition of closet/walls, framing of new partitions, door modifications, drywall/finish work, and related electrical work. | $10,500 | [B26-000630](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000630/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [136 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/136-orchard-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Electrical | bathroom remodel with floor heat and combo wahser dryer. change out 12 space sub panel to 20 space | $6,800 | [E26-000694](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000694/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [19 Day St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-day-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | 6 SQ Of EPDM Membrane Replacement \| Back Addition only | $7,290 | [B26-000604](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000604/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [12 Lester Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-lester-terr/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Move and remount existing switches and outlets for reframing of walls between Master Bedroom and Master Bathroom | $400 | [E26-000660](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000660/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [197 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/197-morrison-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Roofing | Strip roof, install ice & water shield, and install Permalock roofing system. | $54,300 | [B25-002079](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-002079/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

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

- [230 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/230-elm-st/): newest permit Jan 2, 2025
- [236 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/236-elm-st/): newest permit Jul 8, 2026
- [240 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/240-elm-st/): newest permit Dec 16, 2024
- [246 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/246-elm-st/): newest permit Jun 2, 2026
- [215 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/215-elm-st/): newest permit Nov 21, 2024
- [212 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/212-elm-st/): newest permit Sep 29, 2026
- [256 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/256-elm-st/): newest permit Nov 25, 2025
- [260 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/260-elm-st/): newest permit Oct 17, 2025
- [261 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/261-elm-st/): newest permit Dec 17, 2025
- [199 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/199-elm-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 2026-10-08 20:36 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 31 permits at this address and 115 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/233-elm-st/