# Building permits at 261 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.

64 permits on record here. The newest, Dec 17, 2025: Supply and install new entry door @ 267 Elm St. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 136 more permits (133 projects) since May 1. Four are for new buildings, the nearest 310 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Supply and install new entry door @ 267 Elm St | $5,628 | [B25-001960](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001960/) |
| Sep 16, 2024 | Electrical | Restaurant lighting update and new sushi bar | $10,000 | [E24-001493](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E24-001493/) |
| Sep 4, 2024 | Plumbing | Renovation, 1 floor sink, 1 hand sink, 1 3 bay sink. | Not listed | [P24-000506](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P24-000506/) |
| Aug 7, 2024 | Alteration or repair | demo existing sushi bar and cashier counter. building new bar, sushi bar and new cashier counter. enclose partial drop ceiling in dinning area. | $68,000 | [B24-001259](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-001259/) |
| Jul 23, 2024 | Electrical | Demolition/makesafe | $1,000 | [E24-001198](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E24-001198/) |
| Dec 18, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Upgrade the ceiling tile, lights and flooring in first floor common lobby. | $12,000 | [B23-002052](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B23-002052/) |
| Jun 28, 2023 | Electrical | Supply and install 2 new outlets and 7 new light fixtures including minor demo/make safe | $4,600 | [E23-000974](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E23-000974/) |
| Jun 15, 2023 | Plumbing | install triple bowl sink, grease trap, hand sink and mop sink on first floor | Not listed | [P23-000411](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P23-000411/) |
| May 4, 2023 | Plumbing | Install hand sink, mop sink grease reap on first floor. Relocate triple bowl sink | Not listed | [P23-000316](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P23-000316/) |
| Apr 19, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Partial tenant fit-out an existing tenant space(Retail to retail) [When Pigs Fly - 259 Elm St] | $25,000 | [B23-000508](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B23-000508/) |
| Jan 3, 2022 | Sign | signage @ 257 Elm St DIESEL CAFE | Not listed | [B21-001968](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B21-001968/) |
| Dec 30, 2021 | Electrical | Fire alarm wiring and installation of 9 new devices to create a new conventional system to match the existing system. | $2,999 | [E21-001863](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E21-001863/) |
| Dec 28, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Installing a new facade 257 Elm St Diesel Cafe | $53,044 | [B21-001400](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B21-001400/) |
| Dec 13, 2021 | Electrical | Upgrade Existing Fire Alarm System due to alterations to elevator | $15,485 | [E21-001776](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E21-001776/) |
| Dec 9, 2021 | Electrical | tenant remodel @ 257 Elm St | $1,000 | [E21-001740](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E21-001740/) |
| Dec 7, 2021 | Electrical | Additional work missed and added from previous permit E21-001449. Adding power for an exterior building sign, relocating (2) fire alarm devices and adding 200 amp panel that was missed on the original permit. | $6,200 | [E21-001723](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E21-001723/) |
| Nov 1, 2021 | Electrical | Install electrical wiring and devices for Diesel Cafe renovations @ 257 Elm St | $59,150 | [E21-001449](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E21-001449/) |
| Oct 13, 2021 | Plumbing | Install plumbing fixtures and piping for Diesel Cafe renovations @ 257 Elm St | Not listed | [P21-000634](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P21-000634/) |
| Sep 29, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Redesign service area @ 257 Elm St | $261,706 | [B21-001353](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B21-001353/) |
| Jun 16, 2020 | Electrical | demo old lighting, and add some track lighting. @ 257A Elm St | $5,000 | [E20-000549](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E20-000549/) |
| Feb 25, 2020 | Electrical | relocation of fire alarm devices | $1,000 | [E20-000228](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E20-000228/) |
| Feb 24, 2020 | Plumbing | pepace kitchen and dishwasher 259 Elm Street | Not listed | [P20-000127](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P20-000127/) |
| Jan 30, 2020 | Electrical | small renovation, add lights and outlets | $25,000 | [E20-000102](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E20-000102/) |
| Jan 2, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Remove some walls, doors, and frames. Install new walls, doors, frames. Paint. Furnish and install new cabinets & countertops. @ 259 Elm Suite 201 | $104,000 | [B19-002172](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B19-002172/) |
| Nov 26, 2019 | Electrical | Install LED Fixtures @ 259 Elm St | $1,000 | [E19-001727](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E19-001727/) |
| Jun 8, 2018 | Electrical | To reconnect feed to new AC unit including disconnect. | $1,240 | [E18-000990](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E18-000990/) |
| May 31, 2018 | Electrical | replaced air handler and heat pump condenser | $895 | [E18-000805](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E18-000805/) |
| Apr 30, 2018 | Electrical | To modify existing fire alarm system for office build-out. | $5,500 | [E18-000722](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E18-000722/) |
| Apr 4, 2018 | Electrical | Office build-out for four (4) offices | $10,000 | [E18-000501](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E18-000501/) |
| Apr 2, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Offices renovation second floor suite 201.-259 Elm | $23,500 | [B18-000323](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B18-000323/) |
| Mar 26, 2018 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of new ductwork to conform with new office layout | $7,900 | [SM18-000058](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM18-000058/) |
| Sep 14, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Remove windows and install overhead door | $9,200 | [B17-001442](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B17-001442/) |
| Nov 29, 2016 | Sign | One- UL listed LED internally illuminated single sided sign cabinet with 3.25" depth..080 aluminum background with digital print background. "POKEWORKS" 1" white acrylic push through letters. Faces to have opaque cast vinyl. One 27" x 27" UL listed LED illuminated sign. Steel mounted to brick wall. | $5,900 | [B16-001586](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B16-001586/) |
| Oct 27, 2016 | Electrical | Install security alarm, cameras, and audio speakers in new Pokeworks Restaurant. | $5,000 | [E16-001818](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E16-001818/) |
| Sep 1, 2016 | Electrical | wire existing space for a new restaurant | $20,000 | [E16-001341](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E16-001341/) |
| Aug 18, 2016 | Plumbing | new ada bath - kitchen | Not listed | [P16-000672](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P16-000672/) |
| Jul 26, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Pokeworks- Tenant fit up for new 19 seat restaurant within an existing vacant restaurant space. New kitchen, non-bearing partitions, walkup customer serving counter and HC toilet room. Expose existing brick with new wood paneling features. New flooring, counters, menu boards and interior company sig | $247,811 | [B16-000913](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B16-000913/) |
| Jun 14, 2016 | Electrical | Fire Alarm tenant fit-out consisting of 2 smoke detectors, 1 heat detector, 1 horn/strobe and 1 strobe only | $2,500 | [E16-000918](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E16-000918/) |
| Sep 4, 2015 | Roofing | Re-roof | $34,750 | [B15-001425](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B15-001425/) |
| Aug 13, 2015 | Electrical | Demo electrical in the scope of building permit -b-15-000902 unit tenant #6, removes and lights and junction to code | $2,500 | [E15-000833](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E15-000833/) |
| Jun 29, 2015 | Other | demolition walls bathrooms and ceiling - 259 ELM ST. #6 | $12,350 | [B15-000902](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B15-000902/) |
| Jun 18, 2015 | Electrical | Complete trash room remodel started by previous electrician | $1,300 | [E15-000747](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E15-000747/) |
| May 18, 2015 | Electrical | installation fan trash room move 3 2x2 fluorescent light existing - 259 Elm St. #1 | $1,100 | [E15-000597](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E15-000597/) |
| Apr 13, 2015 | Sign | Installation of signs for "beyond vape" 44" x 120" wall sign panel with halo-lit channel letters (21 sq.ft.) and 30" (6.25 sq.ft.)internally lit blade sign. 48" x 96" temporary banner requested until permanent signs are installed. - 259 Elm St. | $9,948 | [B15-000357](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B15-000357/) |
| Apr 10, 2015 | Alteration or repair | Create a hall way from back stair well to common hall way. Construct a smaller trash room in the same area of existing. | $15,997 | [B15-000347](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B15-000347/) |
| Mar 2, 2015 | Plumbing | install1kitchen 1mop sink 2hand sink 1wash machine 1bay sinh 2grease tarp 2deep fryer 1wok | Not listed | [P15-000118](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P15-000118/) |
| Mar 2, 2015 | Plumbing | install 2deep fryer 1wok 1range | Not listed | [G15-000118](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G15-000118/) |
| Feb 26, 2015 | Electrical | Replace all common hallway signs and emergency lighting | $8,000 | [E15-000179](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E15-000179/) |
| Feb 5, 2015 | Electrical | New Securit System - 259 ELM ST | $599 | [E15-000082](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E15-000082/) |
| Dec 19, 2014 | Electrical | renovation | $14,000 | [E14-001343](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E14-001343/) |
| Dec 17, 2014 | Electrical | Street level retail space modifications at #257 Elm Street | $2,250 | [E14-001370](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E14-001370/) |
| Dec 11, 2014 | Plumbing | re-pipe gas line to roof top heater | Not listed | [G14-000472](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G14-000472/) |
| Dec 9, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Change of Use. Install new flooring, lights, and interior door. | $15,070 | [B14-001372](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B14-001372/) |
| Nov 24, 2014 | Plumbing | installl new castiron drains and vents and copper water pipeing for new kitchen sink | Not listed | [P14-000560](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P14-000560/) |
| Oct 27, 2014 | Alteration or repair | office space build out | $102,700 | [B14-001153](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B14-001153/) |
| Sep 30, 2014 | Plumbing | cap off old plumbing | Not listed | [P14-000393](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P14-000393/) |
| Sep 25, 2014 | Electrical | Relocate conduits for door opening and repair general and emergency lighting | $3,100 | [E14-000958](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E14-000958/) |
| Sep 22, 2014 | Electrical | Electrical make-safe of 2nd floor front tenant space in preparation for demolition and remodel. This permit is for make-safe only. | $750 | [E14-000897](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E14-000897/) |
| Sep 19, 2014 | Plumbing | change heating system | Not listed | [G14-000139](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G14-000139/) |
| Sep 15, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Combine two spaces together. A storage area, and and old tailor space. 259 Elm sq. ft. is 264 s.f. 257 Elm sq. f.t. is 848 s.f. Total s.q. ft. is 1,174 | $15,000 | [B14-000762](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B14-000762/) |
| Jul 28, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Demo of existing second floor suite. Removal of ceiling tiles, grid, non load bearing walls, carpet and tile flooring. | $8,000 | [B14-000445](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B14-000445/) |
| Jul 22, 2014 | Plumbing | backflow for boiler and hot water tank instulation | Not listed | [P14-000184](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P14-000184/) |
| Jun 26, 2014 | Electrical | Unit #300 Alterations | $10,000 | [E14-000460](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E14-000460/) |
| Jun 23, 2014 | Plumbing | disconnect 2 sinks add one in new location re-install sink in same location | Not listed | [P14-000102](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P14-000102/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | [246 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/246-elm-st/) | 200 ft SW | 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/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [246 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/246-elm-st/) | 200 ft SW | 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), 69 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [18 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-windom-st/) | 970 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/) | 930 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/) | 970 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/) | 570 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/) | 590 ft SE | 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/) | 970 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/) | 690 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 | [212 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/212-elm-st/) | 570 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/) | 970 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/) | 970 ft SE | Plumbing | water heater | Not listed | [G26-000409](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000409/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [403 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/403-highland-ave/) | 270 ft NE | 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 | [225 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/225-morrison-ave/) | 820 ft NE | Plumbing | replacing 2 existing furnaces with new | Not listed | [G26-000405](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000405/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [403 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/403-highland-ave/) | 270 ft NE | 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/) | 570 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/) | 610 ft NE | 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/) | 780 ft SW | 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/) | 780 ft SW | 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/) | 780 ft SW | 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/) | 610 ft NE | 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/) | 740 ft E | 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/) | 820 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 20, 2026 | [19 Winter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-winter-st/) | 680 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/) | 680 ft N | Plumbing | 4 gas water heaters in the basement | Not listed | [G26-000377](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000377/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [19 Winter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-winter-st/) | 680 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/) | 820 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/) | 820 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/) | 570 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/) | 610 ft NE | 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/) | 780 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 875773) ( Unit1) | $1,497 | [B26-001104](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001104/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [55 Dover St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-dover-st/) | 980 ft 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/) | 950 ft 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 3, 2026 | [45 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-grove-st/) | 540 ft E | 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/) | 480 ft SW | 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/) | 930 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/) | 700 ft NE | Electrical | Install EV charger | $5,000 | [E26-001058](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001058/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [56 Meacham Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/56-meacham-rd/) | 860 ft W | Alteration or repair | Replace existing rear deck as per plans | $13,181 | [B26-001020](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001020/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [106 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/106-orchard-st/) | 930 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 16, 2026 | [68 Dover St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/68-dover-st/) | 820 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 | [3 Cottage Cir](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-cottage-cir/) | 810 ft S | 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/) | 680 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 8, 2026 | [236 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/236-elm-st/) | 350 ft S | Electrical | Replace roof top unit | $2,000 | [E24-001579](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E24-001579/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [3 Cottage Cir](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-cottage-cir/) | 810 ft S | Plumbing | Bath remodel | Not listed | [P26-000390](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000390/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [45 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-grove-st/) | 540 ft E | 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/) | 430 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/) | 490 ft SW | 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/) | 490 ft SW | 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/) | 430 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/) | 570 ft E | Plumbing | Repair / Replacement of Existing Gas Piping and Test. | Not listed | [G26-000228](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000228/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [236 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/236-elm-st/) | 350 ft S | 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 16, 2026 | [11 Chester Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-chester-pl/) | 480 ft SW | 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/) | 680 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/) | 680 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/) | 810 ft S | Alteration or repair | remodel existing 2nd floor bathroom same layout to remain | $49,480 | [B26-000459](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000459/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [123 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/123-orchard-st/) | 730 ft SW | 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 4, 2026 | [12 Park Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-park-ave/) | 770 ft N | Electrical | Install Ev charger with UL listed load management | $1,000 | [E26-000810](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000810/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [53 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-chester-st/) | 310 ft SW | 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/) | 620 ft S | 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/) | 430 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/) | 310 ft SW | Electrical | Underground service 400 amps | $3,000 | [E26-000714](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000714/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [7 Park Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-park-ave/) | 780 ft N | Electrical | Lighting renovation, bathroom renovation | $18,000 | [E26-000677](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000677/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [22 Winslow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-winslow-ave/) | 610 ft NE | 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/) | 540 ft E | 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 15, 2026 | [136 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/136-orchard-st/) | 950 ft 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 13, 2026 | [55 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-grove-st/) | 610 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/) | 480 ft SW | 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/) | 860 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/) | 870 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 6, 2026 | [68 Dover St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/68-dover-st/) | 820 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/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [197 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/197-morrison-ave/) | 940 ft NE | Roofing | Strip roof, install ice & water shield, and install Permalock roofing system. | $54,300 | [B25-002079](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-002079/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 65 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [16 Kingston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-kingston-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Add receptacles to new bedroom wall | $2,000 | [E26-001375](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001375/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [10 Wallace St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-wallace-st/) | 0.19 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/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [38 Jay St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-jay-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Remodeling This project covers exterior and interior renovation work across a multi-unit residential property, masonry, windows, and interior finish. 12 new-construction windows will be installed in existing openings, and 2 windows new construction will be installed in two new openings. Replace kitc | $19,880 | [B26-001077](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001077/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | Plumbing | plumbing for new building with basement a two floors | Not listed | [P26-000564](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000564/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [32 Thorndike St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-thorndike-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation to include basement refresh and insulation. Third floor kitchen refresh and minor interior framing changes. No addition | $360,786 | [B26-001178](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001178/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 0.24 mi 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 | [16 Kingston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-kingston-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Add wall and door to separate existing bedroom from adjacent hallway | $14,750 | [B26-001339](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001339/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [30 Jay St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-jay-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Plumbing | Connect water line to steam boiler we are replacing | Not listed | [P26-000536](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000536/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [30 Jay St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-jay-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Plumbing | replace gas boiler | Not listed | [G26-000419](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000419/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [32 Thorndike St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-thorndike-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | 30-32 Thorndike St - Install wiring to basement and 3rd floor renovation including smokes | $9,500 | [E26-001318](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001318/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | Wire a home reno on 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors | $38,500 | [E26-001071](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001071/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [10 Wallace St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-wallace-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Plumbing | Disconnect/cap fixtures in basement | Not listed | [P26-000507](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000507/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [13 Campbell Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/13-campbell-pk/) | 0.23 mi W | Solar | Installation of (18) 440w roof top solar modules and associated electrical work. 7.92Kwdc | $39,600 | [B26-000867](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000867/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | New building | New Rear Cottage -Foundation only permit B26-000588 | $650,000 | [B26-000516](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000516/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 0.21 mi 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 | [11 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-windom-st/) | 0.21 mi 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 17, 2026 | [30 Howard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-howard-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | remove a gas range and reinstall after new cabinets are installed | Not listed | [G26-000320](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000320/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Plumbing | Renovation of Plumbing Fixtures | Not listed | [P26-000466](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000466/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [23 Irving St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-irving-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | Install new 100 amp sub panel associated with e26-001004 | $1,500 | [E26-001138](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001138/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | wiring two kitchen in two fmily house | $7,600 | [E26-001051](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001051/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [24 Kingston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-kingston-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | insulate 2411 sq.ft exterior walls with cellulose insulation insulate 240 sq.ft attic slope with cellulose insulation insulatev 336 sq.ft kneewall slope with 2" thermal barrier board and 6a' fiberglass insulate 120 ft rim joist with @ ' thermal barrier board | $14,495 | [B26-000820](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000820/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [7 Campbell Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-campbell-pk/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | wiring to 2 heat pump condenser (1 for each unit) | $2,000 | [E26-000918](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000918/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | complete electrical installation for new adu | $25,000 | [E26-000861](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000861/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [23 Irving St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-irving-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | 1/2 bathroom second floor, full bathroom third floor & adding laundry connection third floor | Not listed | [P26-000425](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000425/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [23 Kingston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-kingston-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | 200amp service upgrade and wiring to 1 heat pump condenser wiring to central air. | $7,000 | [E26-001092](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001092/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 0.24 mi 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 27, 2026 | [12 Lester Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-lester-terr/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Third floor bathroom renovation | $42,500 | [B26-001037](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001037/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 0.24 mi 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 | [12 Lester Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-lester-terr/) | 0.20 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/) | 0.20 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 20, 2026 | [21 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-windom-st/) | 0.20 mi 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 | [23 Kingston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-kingston-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Addition | Insulation + Air Sealing | $7,200 | [B26-000905](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000905/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Plumbing | renovation bathroom and kitchen | Not listed | [P26-000407](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000407/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | New building | New Foundation for ADU (Rear Cottage) -Construction permit B26-000516 | $20,000 | [B26-000588](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000588/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [23 Irving St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-irving-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | re wire first floor bath. rewire snd floor bath and wire new laundry area See also E26-001138 | $4,000 | [E26-001004](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001004/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [26 Chandler St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-chandler-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Install EV charger with intergrated load management | $3,000 | [E26-000989](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000989/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [24 Kingston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-kingston-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Wiring for new primary bathroom. Add an additional two wall scoces in primary bedroom with two new switches. Upgrade existing 100-amp service to 200-amp service | $11,000 | [E26-000943](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000943/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 0.21 mi 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 1, 2026 | [30 Howard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-howard-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | disconnect plumbing to a kitchen sink and dishwasher and plumb back in when the new cabinets are installed | Not listed | [P26-000374](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000374/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [24 Kingston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-kingston-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | Install new plumbing for full bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000366](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000366/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [32 Hall Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-hall-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Wire 2exterior heat pumps air interior air handlers | $1,200 | [E26-000862](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000862/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [23 Irving St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-irving-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Renovate two bathrooms & laundry area 1st Floor: Gut & renovate the Half Bath, Remove & replace the window, New tile, sink, toilet, walls & flooring. Floor to match existing. 2nd Floor: Add a stackable Washer/Dryer in Hallway Closet, Rough & finish plumbing; wiring; and, vent. Reframe wall in closet | $80,450 | [B26-000721](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000721/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [30 Howard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-howard-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Rework circuits for kitchen upgrade | $3,000 | [E26-000911](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000911/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [36 Hall Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-hall-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | Porch Outlet | $400 | [E26-000891](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000891/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [13 Campbell Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/13-campbell-pk/) | 0.23 mi W | Electrical | Installation of (18) 440w roof top solar modules and associated electrical work. | $25,083 | [E26-000833](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000833/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [36 Hall Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-hall-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | porch floor replacement and wood stairs rebuild | $8,550 | [B26-000742](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000742/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [14 Irving St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-irving-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (864714) | $2,000 | [B26-000656](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000656/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [28 Hawthorne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-hawthorne-st/) | 0.22 mi 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/) | 0.22 mi 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/) | 0.21 mi 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/) | 0.21 mi S | Addition | Rebuild garage in altered footprin -FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B26-000743 | $179,413 | [B26-000662](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000662/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [35 Hawthorne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-hawthorne-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | 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/) | 0.21 mi 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 | [24 Kingston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-kingston-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Renovate 2nd floor bedroom and add a bathroom on the second floor | $255,462 | [B26-000705](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000705/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [31 Appleton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/31-appleton-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Re-move existing rubber roof and install new rubber roof | $19,975 | [B25-002065](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-002065/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [5 Campbell Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-campbell-pk/) | 0.21 mi W | 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/) | 0.20 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 14, 2026 | [19 Day St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-day-st/) | 0.19 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 13, 2026 | [13 Campbell Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/13-campbell-pk/) | 0.23 mi W | Electrical | Rough electrical wiring for contracted AC solar PV system. (Final permits for full solar install to be applied for at a later date) | $2,000 | [E26-000587](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000587/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [12 Thorndike St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-thorndike-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Addition of bathroom, closet and pump in the basement | $2,800 | [E26-000666](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000666/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [12 Thorndike St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-thorndike-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Plumbing | 1 3/4 bath with sewage pump | Not listed | [P26-000282](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000282/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [16 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-elston-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | Installing furnace | Not listed | [G26-000229](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000229/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [12 Lester Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-lester-terr/) | 0.20 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 6, 2026 | [30 Howard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-howard-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and install new kitchen cabinet, upgrade wiring and plumbing. Layout and appliances will stay the same. Floor will stay the same and we will do a fresh painting coat. | $33,416 | [B26-000608](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000608/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [81 College Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/81-college-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Roofing | strip re-roof | $24,000 | [B26-000530](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000530/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

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

- [260 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/260-elm-st/): newest permit Oct 17, 2025
- [256 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/256-elm-st/): newest permit Nov 25, 2025
- [274 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/274-elm-st/): newest permit Feb 4, 2026
- [246 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/246-elm-st/): newest permit Jun 2, 2026
- [240 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/240-elm-st/): newest permit Dec 16, 2024
- [236 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/236-elm-st/): newest permit Jul 8, 2026
- [233 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/233-elm-st/): newest permit Dec 11, 2025
- [230 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/230-elm-st/): newest permit Jan 2, 2025
- [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

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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 08:35 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 64 permits at this address and 136 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/261-elm-st/