# Building permits at 38 Otis St, Somerville, MA

New buildings permitted at two addresses within 650 ft since May 1, the largest $700,000.

10 permits on record here. The newest, Mar 17: Install 15 Harvey classic replacement window,energy star,inserts only,no structural work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 115 more permits (112 projects) since May 1. The nearest permit for a new building is 530 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Install 15 Harvey classic replacement window,energy star,inserts only,no structural work | $11,545 | [B26-000324](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000324/) |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Electrical | Installation of a 50amp condenser and a gfci outlet 120v | $1,700 | [E25-001768](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001768/) |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Installation of 6 zone ductless mini split | $33,166 | [B25-001722](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001722/) |
| Aug 15, 2025 | Electrical | Install new 125 AMP feeder cable from meter to unit 2 panel | $1,450 | [E25-001206](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001206/) |
| Nov 27, 2023 | Other | Inulate Walls, Kneewall and Attic | $13,248 | [B23-002042](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B23-002042/) |
| Mar 15, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Insulation weatherization work for mass save program | $3,654 | [B23-000270](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B23-000270/) |
| Mar 24, 2022 | Plumbing | install 2 gas fired tankless water heater | Not listed | [P22-000169](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P22-000169/) |
| Mar 24, 2022 | Plumbing | install 2 gas fired tankless water heater | Not listed | [G22-000134](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G22-000134/) |
| Nov 18, 2021 | Plumbing | oil to gas conversion | Not listed | [G21-000583](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G21-000583/) |
| Aug 12, 2020 | Electrical | upgrade service to 200 amps and add a public meter | $5,000 | [E20-000683](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E20-000683/) |

## 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), 6 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [31 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/31-everett-ave/) | 180 ft S | Electrical | Demo / Make-Safe Electrical for Construction | $300 | [E26-001367](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001367/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [29 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-everett-ave/) | 200 ft SE | Electrical | 400A service upgrade, partial kitchen(first floor), two sets of washer and dryer, repair existing electrical panel. | $4,300 | [E26-000775](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000775/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [28 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-otis-st/) | 170 ft SE | Alteration or repair | insulation insulating the walls with cellulose and also insulating the kneewall with 2" rigid board and fiberglass also insulating the attic with 15" of cellulose and air seal and insulating the slope with 6" of dense pack cellulose | $18,941 | [B26-000897](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000897/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [33 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-everett-ave/) | 160 ft S | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing in Unit 3 | $6,674 | [B26-000748](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000748/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [33 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-everett-ave/) | 160 ft S | Electrical | knob and tube replacement | $5,540 | [E26-000630](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000630/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [29 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-everett-ave/) | 200 ft SE | Alteration or repair | 2 New Kitchen (units 1 & 2) Replace kitchen Cabinets and add granite counters | $20,000 | [B26-000546](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000546/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 50 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [7 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-melvin-st/) | 800 ft N | Electrical | Installation of 15 solar panels on roof of residence. 6.45 kW DC roof mount. Adding a new utility meter 200A rating. Adding a new msd 100A rated with 100A main breaker. No structural upgrades. No ess/battery. | $7,663 | [E26-001414](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001414/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [21 Edmands St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-edmands-st/) | 470 ft N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization and air sealing with the Mass Save Program. No structural changes. | $4,161 | [B26-001568](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001568/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [89 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/89-cross-st/) | 960 ft S | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 7 existing double hung windows | $13,566 | [B26-001538](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001538/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [181 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/181-pearl-st/) | 530 ft SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of Mini Split system (no ductwork) for each apartment | $34,420 | [B26-001446](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001446/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [17 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-everett-ave/) | 370 ft SE | Roofing | Install two (2) new VELUX M02 deck-mounted fixed skylights, including cutting and preparing new roof openings, required skylight framing, installation of manufacturer-specific flashing kits, Ice & Water Shield around the skylight perimeters, and installation of new asphalt shingles around the skylig | $6,300 | [B26-001401](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001401/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [42 Dana St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-dana-st/) | 350 ft NW | Addition | Reconfigure interior of front building, extend stairs into basement, and creating 3 units. Unit 1 ADU : Basement Level, construct 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom apartment. Unit 2: First floor, move front door and bedroom door. Unit 3: Second floor, install kitchen, and ad front door. Building: Reconf | $199,000 | [B26-001275](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001275/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [26 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-melvin-st/) | 560 ft N | Electrical | Rework deck lights | $1,000 | [E26-001369](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001369/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [42 Dana St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-dana-st/) | 350 ft NW | Electrical | Wire 3 apartments and common areas to code, Service Upgrade | $27,000 | [E26-001254](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001254/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [8 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-melvin-st/) | 740 ft N | Alteration or repair | CORRECT VIOLATION FROM FILE #24-023090 Redirect existing downs pipe on right side of property | $1,200 | [B26-001315](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001315/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [10 Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-wellington-ave/) | 920 ft NW | Electrical | Upgrade to 200 Amp Service. Install new service riser, wiring, piping, new meterbank, panel, breakers and surge protection, along with main grounding. (1) New electric vehicle charging device. | $8,000 | [E25-001258](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001258/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [195 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/195-pearl-st/) | 690 ft W | Electrical | 2 furnaces and 2 condensers | $1,000 | [E26-000789](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000789/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [195 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/195-pearl-st/) | 690 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installing 2x 2-ton a/c systems | $42,885 | [SM26-000134](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000134/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [15 Rush St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-rush-st/) | 970 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installing mini-splits 2 condensers and 3 heads | $4,700 | [B26-001035](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001035/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [62 Bonair St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-bonair-st/) | 480 ft NW | Electrical | Replace unsafe electrical panel on one unit | $2,500 | [E26-001177](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001177/) |
| Aug 22, 2026 | [26 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-melvin-st/) | 560 ft N | Alteration or repair | (HOMEOWNER PERMIT) Demo & rebuild of existing front 2nd floor deck. 13 replacement windows for 1st floor unit. | $26,600 | [B26-001201](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001201/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [16 Wesley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-wesley-st/) | 500 ft W | Addition | Demo existing deteriorated and unsafe enclosed front porch. Build new slightly expanded enclosed porch and stoop in same general location. Three sonotubes, wood frame, matching siding and roofing, one door, one window. Electrical work. No plumbing or HVAC work. | $62,500 | [B26-001016](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001016/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [20 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-otis-st/) | 320 ft SE | Roofing | strip and reroof | $7,800 | [B26-001171](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001171/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [27 Gilman Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-gilman-terr/) | 700 ft W | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Weatherization/Insulation. Work Scope Attached | $3,904 | [B26-000844](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000844/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [195 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/195-pearl-st/) | 690 ft W | Plumbing | Replacing gas furnace with 40K BTU Bryant furnace and all associated gas work | Not listed | [G26-000335](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000335/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [8 Macarthur St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-macarthur-st/) | 610 ft NE | Electrical | Wire new construction ADU | $7,000 | [E26-001097](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001097/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [14 Wesley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-wesley-st/) | 520 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 entry door; like for like size; no structural changes | $10,599 | [B26-001061](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001061/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [8 Macarthur St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-macarthur-st/) | 610 ft NE | New building | Construct adu foundation only permit b25-001889 | $110,000 | [B25-001890](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001890/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [159 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/159-walnut-st/) | 940 ft NW | Plumbing | install 2 new water meters | Not listed | [P26-000412](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000412/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [98 Flint St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/98-flint-st/) | 860 ft S | Plumbing | Replace inside main from PVC cast iron connection at stack to inside foundation wall. | Not listed | [P26-000391](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000391/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [8 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-melvin-st/) | 740 ft N | Electrical | to disconnect wire and rewire 3 receptacles for carpenter to move wall on 3rd floor | $800 | [E26-000969](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000969/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [11 Rush St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-rush-st/) | 990 ft E | Electrical | Demo make safe | $300 | [E26-000967](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000967/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [11 Rush St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-rush-st/) | 990 ft E | Alteration or repair | Expletory demolition of walls and ceilings to determine condition of structure of bearing and non bearing walls, chimney and siding. | $20,000 | [B26-000958](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000958/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [161 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/161-pearl-st/) | 450 ft S | Electrical | Reconnect/replacment (2) AC/HP and (2) gas furnaces | $1,500 | [E26-000970](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000970/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [161 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/161-pearl-st/) | 450 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replacing 2 AC systems with heat pumps in existing locations in the basement and attic. Reconnecting to existing ductwork. | $40,768 | [B26-000036](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000036/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [79 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/79-gilman-st/) | 930 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Replace rotted fascia, soffit boards and re hang gutters HOMEOWNERS BUILDING PERMIT | $2,200 | [B26-000807](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000807/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [4 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-cross-st/) | 930 ft E | Alteration or repair | CHANGE OF DESCRIPTION - 4/9/26 JS We are revising the proposed plans to maintain the building's existing 2-unit configuration instead of the previously proposed 3-unit conversion. The updated scope features two duplex units: Unit #1 (Basement/First Floor) and Unit #2 (Second Floor/Attic). All work,  | $400,000 | [B26-000312](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000312/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [76 Flint St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/76-flint-st/) | 940 ft S | Alteration or repair | Replace deck floors and railings to front and rear stairs | $6,745 | [B26-000886](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000886/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [195 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/195-pearl-st/) | 690 ft W | Electrical | rewire kitchen, living room dinning room, bathroom and bed room and office B26-000852 | $15,000 | [E26-000804](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000804/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [18 Everett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-everett-ave/) | 410 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove existing siding, prep, install new siding | $54,000 | [B26-000835](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000835/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [22 Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-wellington-ave/) | 790 ft N | Roofing | Removal and Replacement of Asphalt Shingle Roof | $12,325 | [B26-000889](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000889/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [195 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/195-pearl-st/) | 690 ft W | Alteration or repair | Demo kitchen walls(leaving cabinets and replacing countertops), living room and dinning room down to studs, wire to code, insulate, sheetrock finish and paint. | $40,000 | [B26-000852](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000852/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [2 Pearl Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-pearl-terr/) | 460 ft S | Plumbing | @ 4 Pearl Terrace Plumbing connections to water heater replacement | Not listed | [P26-000378](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000378/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [2 Pearl Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-pearl-terr/) | 460 ft S | Plumbing | @ 4 Pearl Terrace Water heater replacement - gas tie in | Not listed | [G26-000315](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000315/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [8 Macarthur St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-macarthur-st/) | 610 ft NE | Plumbing | Rough and finish plumbing | Not listed | [P26-000350](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000350/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [181 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/181-pearl-st/) | 530 ft SW | New building | Construct three story, 3 unit, new construction Building in the MR3 District FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B25-001591 | $700,000 | [B25-001503](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001503/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [160 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/160-broadway/) | 970 ft E | Electrical | demo and make safe after fire | $3,000 | [E26-000835](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000835/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [33 Bonair St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-bonair-st/) | 340 ft NE | Electrical | Two panel changes and replace basement porcelain sockets with led disk lights. | $3,300 | [E26-000830](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000830/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [18 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-otis-st/) | 360 ft SE | Electrical | Wiring smoke detectors | $4,500 | [E26-000818](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000818/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [8 Melvin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-melvin-st/) | 740 ft N | Alteration or repair | Correct existing building code violation ( Old permit No. B25-002212 ) Correct building code violation ( Dormer was build bigger that approved on approved previous permit. Reduce dormer according to as build drawings submitted. | $50,000 | [B26-000460](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000460/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [18 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-otis-st/) | 360 ft SE | Electrical | Upgrade existing 200 amp service with 3 meters to 400 amp service and add 4th meter and panel for common areas. Add 3 emergency lights on each side of the stairway. Add 2 outside lights - B26-000131 | $19,500 | [E26-000736](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000736/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [8 Ellsworth St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-ellsworth-st/) | 810 ft SE | Electrical | Performed complete electrical wiring installation for a two-family residential dwelling in accordance with the current Massachusetts Electrical Code, NEC requirements, and local municipal regulations in Somerville. Scope of work includes installation of new service equipment, meter sockets, groundin | $55,000 | [E26-000689](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000689/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [194 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/194-pearl-st/) | 750 ft SW | Electrical | Remove and reinstall existing solar panels to repair damage caused by nesting squirrels. Replace SunPower PVS6 monitoring kit with new Enphase IQ Combiner. | $9,300 | [E26-000669](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000669/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [73 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/73-gilman-st/) | 910 ft SW | Electrical | Wire a bathroom | $2,000 | [E26-000611](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000611/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [181 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/181-pearl-st/) | 530 ft SW | Plumbing | Plumbing renovation- Unit 1, Unit 2, Unit 3 | Not listed | [P26-000281](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000281/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [10 Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-wellington-ave/) | 920 ft NW | Electrical | Renovation: kitchen and half Bathroom | $7,000 | [E26-000608](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000608/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 59 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [5 Brook St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-brook-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Service update from a 100 to 200 amp install two 100 amp sub panel wire wire for EV Charger L2. Wire for Electric stove | $9,000 | [E26-001392](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001392/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [17 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-glen-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | Rooftop solar 19 panels 7.79 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $79,926 | [E26-001317](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001317/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [24 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-gilman-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Roofing | Remove all roofing materials on garage and install.060 EPDM roofing materials. Remove all debris. | $9,820 | [B26-001539](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001539/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [29 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-gilman-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Alteration or repair | Interior selective demolition to expose existing framing and determine whether the wall is load-bearing or non-load-bearing. No structural members will be altered. | $20,000 | [B26-001344](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001344/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [11 Garfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-garfield-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Addition | Home renovation and Add two story rear addition and dormer FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B26-000280 | $526,550 | [B26-000136](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000136/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [156 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/156-broadway/) | 0.19 mi E | Alteration or repair | Original permit was for restaurant fit out, tenant changed to educational use | $100 | [B26-001256](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001256/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [29 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-gilman-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Electrical | Demo make safe | $300 | [E26-001292](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001292/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Plumbing | Kitchen renovation first floor | Not listed | [P26-000497](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000497/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Plumbing | Replace Stove on 1st Fl | Not listed | [G26-000386](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000386/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [154 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/154-walnut-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Plumbing | Replace steam boiler with new high efficient combi boile | Not listed | [P26-000477](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000477/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [154 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/154-walnut-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Plumbing | Combi boiler installation | Not listed | [G26-000375](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000375/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [156 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/156-broadway/) | 0.19 mi E | Sign | Install Non-Illuminated Blade Sign @ 158 Broadway | Not listed | [B26-001161](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001161/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Electrical | Check wiring and devices @ unit 1 (1st floor and basement)kitchen back wall switches replaced as needed and remove electrical devises pusiste house for siding replacement | $2,800 | [E26-001197](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001197/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [20 Radcliffe Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-radcliffe-rd/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | 3rd Floor Dryer caught on Fire we are checking all smokes and check any issues with wiring FP26-001053 | $3,500 | [E26-001153](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001153/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Electrical | Upgrade electrical service from 200 amps 3 meters to 300 amps 4 meters and rewired unit 2 and 3 up to code install mini splits at units | $9,000 | [E26-001170](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001170/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [20 Radcliffe Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-radcliffe-rd/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | Dryer had a fire reinstalling new dryer | Not listed | [G26-000364](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000364/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [19 Radcliffe Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-radcliffe-rd/) | 0.23 mi W | Electrical | Wiring to 1 heat pump condenser @ 7 Radcliffe Rd | $700 | [E26-000779](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000779/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [152 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/152-walnut-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | Fire department and electrical inspector were called out for a switch that was hot when touched. Replace broken switch and install ARC fault protect circuit. | $600 | [E26-001077](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001077/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [110 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/110-pearl-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Plumbing | 1 gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000281](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000281/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [25 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-kensington-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | Bathroom remodel See E23-000645 service permit no final as of 9/24/26 | $2,500 | [E26-000910](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000910/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [74 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-gilman-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Replace 6 Windows | $7,760 | [B26-000951](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000951/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [39 Bradley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-bradley-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Other | Asbestos removal | $3,200 | [B26-000911](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000911/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [25 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-kensington-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Remodel: Toilet, Lav, and Shower in unit 3 | Not listed | [P26-000364](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000364/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [227 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/227-pearl-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | Replacement water heater warranty | Not listed | [P26-000372](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000372/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [227 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/227-pearl-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | Replacement water heater under warranty | Not listed | [G26-000312](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000312/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [258 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/258-broadway/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | Replacing 2 gas dispensers staying above seal off’s | $1,200 | [E26-000889](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000889/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [97 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-cross-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Plumbing | Water Heater and Dryer on 2nd floor | Not listed | [G25-000409](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G25-000409/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [52 Sargent Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/52-sargent-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID 864279) Unit 1 | $418 | [B26-000853](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000853/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [52 Sargent Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/52-sargent-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 864288) ( Unit 3) | $6,426 | [B26-000801](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000801/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [20 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-gilman-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Insulation - basement rim joist, minimal | $1,445 | [B26-000797](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000797/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [74 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-gilman-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | Water heater install | Not listed | [P26-000353](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000353/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [74 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-gilman-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | Water heater install | Not listed | [G26-000298](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000298/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [74 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-gilman-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | Dryer hook up | Not listed | [G26-000299](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000299/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [156 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/156-broadway/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | Installation of fire alarm devices for commercial fitout | $6,000 | [E26-000863](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000863/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [25 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-kensington-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom remodeling including tiles, new toilet, tub and vanity. Includes all painting and finishing required. | $43,150 | [B26-000787](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000787/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [13 Gilman St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/13-gilman-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Completion of Solar Install from Origininal Building permit | $1,000 | [E26-000586](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000586/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Plumbing | ranges boilers | Not listed | [G26-000269](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000269/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [258 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/258-broadway/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | connect 4 signs to existing electrical service and do led upgrade for Sunoco | $2,000 | [E26-000855](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000855/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [26-28 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26--28-kensington-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Install 50amp EV charger with an existing 100amp service, install load management system for Ev charger | $3,000 | [E26-000827](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000827/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [17 Walnut Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-walnut-rd/) | 0.24 mi NW | Roofing | Strtip and replace existing roof. Replace gutters | $24,800 | [B26-000762](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000762/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [110 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/110-pearl-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Plumbing | 1 Kitchen at the 1 Floor | Not listed | [P26-000326](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000326/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [130 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/130-broadway/) | 0.24 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Rework some ductwork for new partitions | $24,750 | [SM26-000061](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000061/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Plumbing | kits baths | Not listed | [P26-000319](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000319/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [11 Garfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-garfield-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Addition | Foundation for rear addition B26-000136 | $35,000 | [B26-000280](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000280/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [11 Garfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-garfield-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | permit being pulled for foundation grounding E26-000464 | $1,500 | [E26-000814](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000814/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [11 Garfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-garfield-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | additional/remodel, outlets, switches, recessed lights, breakers, dimmers | $20,000 | [E26-000464](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000464/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [14 Kenneson Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-kenneson-rd/) | 0.24 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace Furnace | $3,000 | [SM24-000046](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM24-000046/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [110 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/110-pearl-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Kitchen rewire and sub panel replacement | $5,500 | [E26-000776](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000776/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [96 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-cross-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Roof replace | $15,850 | [B26-000687](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000687/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [97 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-cross-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Plumbing | Washing machine connection and bar sink | Not listed | [P26-000295](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000295/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [16 Cross St East](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-cross-st-east/) | 0.22 mi NE | Plumbing | Replacement water heater | Not listed | [P26-000280](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000280/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [16 Cross St East](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-cross-st-east/) | 0.22 mi NE | Plumbing | Replacement water heater | Not listed | [G26-000232](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000232/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [97 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-cross-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Plumbing | Furnace | Not listed | [G26-000240](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000240/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Electrical | Upgrade service to 300 amps. Wire second and third floor. And adding a new meter. And mini splits installation. | $14,000 | [E26-000613](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000613/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [161 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/161-broadway/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Change 400 amp service to new 400 amp service with two meters. Add sub panels upstairs in garages. Add some receptacles off the new panels. Wire garage doors and change all the strip lights to new led | $7,500 | [E26-000391](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000391/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [97 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-cross-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install two Family House HVAC System two zone zone off duct work duct in the first floor and basement for heat and air conditioner system. | $13,900 | [SM26-000063](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000063/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Renovate Unit #2 and Unit #3, Framing Dormer, roof, siding, windows, interior kitchens, bathrooms, Electrical, Plumbing, Sprinkler System | $344,000 | [B25-001867](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001867/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [11 Kensington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-kensington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Electrical | New siding installation, second floor and 3 floor demolition.. | $600 | [E26-000390](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000390/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [258 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/258-broadway/) | 0.22 mi N | Sign | Reimage the existing Sunoco gas station and site signage per the attached drawings | Not listed | [B26-000363](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000363/) |

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## More on this street

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

- [30 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-otis-st/): newest permit Mar 19, 2025
- [28 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-otis-st/): newest permit Jul 7, 2026
- [21 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-otis-st/): newest permit Nov 18, 2024
- [20 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-otis-st/): newest permit Aug 5, 2026
- [18 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-otis-st/): newest permit Jun 9, 2026
- [17 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-otis-st/): newest permit Nov 1, 2024
- [4 Otis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-otis-st/): newest permit Jan 7, 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 17:46 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 10 permits at this address and 115 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-otis-st/