# Building permits at 41 Columbus Ave, Somerville, MA

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

Six permits on record here. The newest, May 16, 2025: Replace 10x Dormer Windows / Trim / Paint. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 121 more permits (120 projects) since May 1. Four are for new buildings, the nearest 0.20 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Replace 10x Dormer Windows / Trim / Paint | $45,000 | [B25-000500](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000500/) |
| Feb 23, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Strip and re- roof | $14,000 | [B21-002236](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B21-002236/) |
| Oct 23, 2020 | Plumbing | Replace fixture | Not listed | [P20-000198](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P20-000198/) |
| Oct 2, 2020 | Electrical | Wire bathroom | $1,800 | [E20-001100](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E20-001100/) |
| Jan 2, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Homeowner Permit Unit 2 Remodeling bathroom | $5,000 | [B19-002239](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B19-002239/) |
| Mar 3, 2016 | Electrical | Replace 2 fuse panels with circuit breakers install new feeders to both panels | $3,000 | [E16-000316](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E16-000316/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 9 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [34 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-columbus-ave/) | 180 ft S | Alteration or repair | Homeowner permit-- Replacing two rotted exterior doors and one severely window with cracked plexiglass in lieu of glass. | $5,000 | [B26-001553](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001553/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [28 Bonner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-bonner-ave/) | 200 ft S | Alteration or repair | Weatherization and air sealing with the Mass Save Program. No structural changes. | $1,886 | [B26-001391](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001391/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [44 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-columbus-ave/) | 160 ft W | Solar | Install Energy Storage System rated at 27kWh outside, interconnected to existing solar panel system | $21,675 | [B26-001233](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001233/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [44 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-columbus-ave/) | 160 ft W | Electrical | Install Energy Storage System rated at 27kWh on exterior, interconnected to existing solar panel system | $15,249 | [E26-001118](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001118/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [28 Bonner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-bonner-ave/) | 200 ft S | Alteration or repair | Installation of (10) Double Hung Window Inserts, (1) Casement Window Insert, (5) Glider Window Inserts and (1) Full Frame, Double Hung Window. No Structural Changes | $53,248 | [B26-000994](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000994/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [5 Homer Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-homer-sq/) | 240 ft SW | Electrical | Support service for Siding company | $500 | [E26-000661](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000661/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [33 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-columbus-ave/) | 130 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 860845) | $2,000 | [B26-000586](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000586/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [37 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-columbus-ave/) | 45 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Demolish existing three-story wood deck and construct new three-story pressure-treated wood deck in same footprint, layout, and dimensions | $27,000 | [B26-000638](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000638/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [5 Homer Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-homer-sq/) | 240 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Emergency roof and siding replacement | $30,000 | [B26-000589](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000589/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 59 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [40 Union Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-union-sq/) | 790 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove asbestos containing building materials | $58,500 | [B26-001536](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001536/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [286 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/286-somerville-ave/) | 930 ft S | Sign | Install: (2) New Face-Lit Channel Letters - "DUNKIN'" (1A.1).(1) Refurbished Ground Sign - "DUNKIN'" (3A.1) | Not listed | [B26-001387](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001387/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [9 Sanborn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-sanborn-ave/) | 600 ft W | Alteration or repair | Replace roof deck and railings on the third floor | $17,825 | [B26-001461](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001461/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [32 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-stone-ave/) | 430 ft SW | Alteration or repair | remodel kitchen on 1st and 2nd floor, build new bath on third floor,construct/modify wall,closet,closet,install new vinyl floor and base board, repair two windows, no structural work. | $87,000 | [B26-001415](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001415/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [32 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-stone-ave/) | 430 ft SW | Plumbing | Renovation, 1st fl kitchen and 1 full bath. 2Nd fl kitchen. 3Rd washer and 1 full bath. | Not listed | [P26-000548](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000548/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [32 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-stone-ave/) | 430 ft SW | Plumbing | Renovation, 1st and 2nd fl kitchen stove. | Not listed | [G26-000426](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000426/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [14 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-boston-st/) | 800 ft E | Plumbing | replace toilet, vanity, kitchen sink, dishwasher | Not listed | [P26-000541](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000541/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [286 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/286-somerville-ave/) | 930 ft S | Electrical | Disconnect and reconnect front line wiring for newly added bookcase. Wire new Dunkin signage going in place of existing Dunkin Donut signage. | $4,500 | [E26-001349](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001349/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [163 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-washington-st/) | 990 ft SE | Electrical | (REF this permit: B26-001063) Disconnect Electrical for demo and makesafe. Then add lights to unfinished basement @ 175-177 Washington St | $3,000 | [E26-001309](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001309/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [163 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-washington-st/) | 990 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Emergency Demolition,Remove partitions and drywall ceilings in basement @175-177 Washington St | $9,500 | [B26-001063](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001063/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [9 Sanborn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-sanborn-ave/) | 600 ft W | Roofing | NEW RUBBER ROOF - Strip and Install Labor and material: Rubber roofing Scope of work: - We will be a removing the existing rubber and insulation. - We will be adding new insulation and fasten with screws and plates. - We will be gluing down new rubber (RPI.60mm thickens to the new insulation). - All | $7,200 | [B26-001318](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001318/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 700 ft E | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and four mini split heads. | $21,733 | [B26-001264](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001264/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 700 ft E | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and four mini split heads. | $5,433 | [E26-001152](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001152/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [67 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/67-boston-st/) | 650 ft N | Alteration or repair | Install 14 Marvin classic replacement window,energy star,inserts only,no structural work | $18,350 | [B26-001306](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001306/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [22 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-stone-ave/) | 530 ft SW | Alteration or repair | (HOMEOWNER PERMIT) Replace 2 windows in back bedroom and Adding kitchen cabinets and new countertop | $6,000 | [B26-001289](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001289/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [163 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-washington-st/) | 990 ft SE | Plumbing | Disconnect Shower & lav in basement | Not listed | [P26-000479](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000479/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [18 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-columbus-ave/) | 430 ft SE | Electrical | 100 to 400 amp service Upgrade. Installation of outlets in home per customer requested location. | $12,000 | [E26-001164](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001164/) |
| Aug 16, 2026 | [6 Giles Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/6-giles-park/) | 900 ft W | Alteration or repair | Replace all rails on decks from existing PVC to PT lumber, 42" high. | $14,422 | [B26-001209](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001209/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [32 Hamlet St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-hamlet-st/) | 810 ft N | Plumbing | Install new bathroom & kitchen fixtures only. | Not listed | [P26-000461](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000461/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [32 Hamlet St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-hamlet-st/) | 810 ft N | Plumbing | Install New Gas Stove | Not listed | [G26-000365](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000365/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [14 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-boston-st/) | 800 ft E | Electrical | renovation kitchen and one bathroom | $6,500 | [E26-001144](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001144/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 700 ft E | Plumbing | bathroom and kitchen renovation | Not listed | [P26-000448](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000448/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [14 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-boston-st/) | 800 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove old cabinets Remove floor tile Remove drop ceiling Open bigger window on wall between kitchen and living room Install new ceiling Install new floor tile Install new cabinets Replace existing existing doors | $36,480 | [B26-000800](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000800/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 810 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Weatherization/Insulation. Work Scope Attached | $15,254 | [B26-000809](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000809/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 700 ft E | Electrical | Kitchen renovation with two bathrooms being renovated as well | $5,600 | [E26-001109](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001109/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [21 Union Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-union-sq/) | 960 ft SW | Electrical | Bathroom Electrical WORK @ 259 WASHINGTON ST | $1,500 | [E26-001089](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001089/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [19b Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19b-stone-ave/) | 520 ft SW | Electrical | Installing Bryant 24K BTU Outdoor Unit, (3) Bryant 6K BTU Indoor Wall Unit, and Bryant 9K BTU Indoor Wall Unit. | $1,500 | [E26-000946](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000946/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [21 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-stone-ave/) | 520 ft SW | Electrical | Installing Bryant 36K BTU Outdoor Unit, (2) Bryant 6K BTU Indoor Wall Units, Bryant 9K BTU Indoor Wall Units, and Bryant 12K BTU Indoor Wall Units. | $1,500 | [E26-000945](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000945/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [21 Union Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-union-sq/) | 960 ft SW | Alteration or repair | @ 259 Washington st in existing commercial space, add new accessible toilet room within existing storage closet. Provide built in seating and furnishings for patron seating. Provide new bar and equipment throughout kitchen, all existing walls, storefront, and. Exterior doors to remain unless otherwi | $25,000 | [B26-000953](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000953/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 810 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install HyperHeat system in basement and second floor closet. This will be a complete ductwork system sealed and wrapped. | $58,000 | [SM26-000124](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000124/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 810 ft NW | Electrical | Wiring of new High Velocity Heat Pumps | $4,000 | [E26-001083](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001083/) |
| Jul 25, 2026 | [15 Homer Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-homer-sq/) | 380 ft S | Roofing | Install new roofing | $14,600 | [B26-001094](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001094/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [24 Warren Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-warren-ave/) | 530 ft W | Alteration or repair | Replace Garage rubber roof | $4,800 | [B26-000934](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000934/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [32 Hamlet St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-hamlet-st/) | 810 ft N | Electrical | Second floor remodel | $18,000 | [E26-000935](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000935/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [17 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-bow-st/) | 820 ft W | Electrical | Replacing recessed light in unit 12 and 21 due to water damage from weather heater in unit 34, checking for water damage and replacing any devices due to water damage. | $2,000 | [E25-000791](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000791/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 810 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Whole Home Project: Electrical, Plumbing, Drywall Patching & Plaster Work, Second Floor Rear Bath Work, Turning Bedroom into Bath and Laundry, Finish Materials for Newly Established Second Floor Bathroom and Laundry, First Floor Bathroom Re-Configure, Kitchen Space Renovation, Cabinet Construction f | $168,760 | [B26-000803](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000803/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [32 Hamlet St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-hamlet-st/) | 810 ft N | Alteration or repair | Renovate second floor unti will remove the dining room and living room ceiling, The dining room will and bedroom wall will be removed, Two 12-foot LVLs will be installed, There will go from the second floor to first floor to the basement, The space will be opened up, The dining room and bedroom wall | $84,975 | [B26-000806](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000806/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [43 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-boston-st/) | 650 ft NE | Electrical | Install new low voltage fire alarm | $8,000 | [E26-000887](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000887/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [20 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-prospect-hill-ave/) | 490 ft E | Alteration or repair | air sealing and insulation through the Mass Save program | $1,213 | [B26-000718](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000718/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [223 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/223-washington-st/) | 630 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Temporary interior structure | $174,557 | [B24-000225](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-000225/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [19r Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19r-prospect-hill-ave/) | 430 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the mass save program | $2,400 | [B23-001976](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B23-001976/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [9 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-prospect-hill-ave/) | 700 ft E | Alteration or repair | Cosmetic renovation to include: Replacing counters in kitchen Fixture replacement in existing full bath Window replacement throughout house Adding half bath (as indicated on proposed plans) Sanding/refinishing floors Painting unit | $40,000 | [B26-000783](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000783/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [21 Union Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-union-sq/) | 960 ft SW | Electrical | Install pendant lights, ceiling fan, receptacle outlets and water heater. | $6,500 | [E26-000773](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000773/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [43 Boston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-boston-st/) | 650 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 3 HVAC systems. 1 located in the basement with 2 zones, 1 located on the 2nd floor, and 1 located on the 3rd floor. | $49,000 | [SM26-000093](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000093/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [17 Bonner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-bonner-ave/) | 360 ft S | Electrical | Rooftop solar 12 panels 4.92 kwdc no ESS | $8,768 | [E26-000777](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000777/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [1 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1-bow-st/) | 760 ft W | Alteration or repair | rebuilding a brick wall that is in bad condition at left side rear of building Install all the necessary footing and concrete as per engineer drawings. Install all temporally shoring as per engineer drawings. | $173,550 | [B26-000692](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000692/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [20 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-prospect-hill-ave/) | 490 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install two condensers and four mini split heads | $27,632 | [B26-000655](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000655/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 810 ft NW | Plumbing | Renovation of 2 bathrooms, 1 laundry, 1 kitchen, 1 half bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000317](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000317/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [22 Thorpe St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-thorpe-st/) | 970 ft N | Roofing | Remove all roofing materials and install premium Owens Corning roofing materials. Remove all debris. | $21,858 | [B26-000708](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000708/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [220 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/220-washington-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | 120 volt wiring for gate control | $10,000 | [E26-000708](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000708/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [9 Hillside Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-hillside-park/) | 940 ft NW | Electrical | Rewire 4 units and upgrade service to 400 amps B25-000638 | $65,000 | [E26-000625](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000625/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [16 Homer Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-homer-sq/) | 380 ft S | Electrical | Electrical service upgrade from existing 100A to new 200A service, including new panel upgrades as required. Install (1) 60A circuit for EV charger. | $4,800 | [E26-000605](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000605/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [9 Hillside Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-hillside-park/) | 940 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Interior and exterior gut renovation based on attached plans | $415,000 | [B25-000638](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000638/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 810 ft NW | Electrical | Remodel Kitchen, Bathrooms, rewire dwelling new branch circuits installation of new 200amp OH Service for single family dwelling | $50,000 | [E26-000682](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000682/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [19 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-bow-st/) | 900 ft W | Alteration or repair | Service Package - EPDM Repairs Parapet wall roof improvement - Install new 1/4" Tapered insulation (diverting rain water to the roof) over parapet walls over roof left and right sides - Approx. 300sqft or 3sq + Custom made drip edge (Gravel stop style - 8" wide); Apply 6" cover tape over roof front  | $8,152 | [B26-000605](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000605/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [24 Thorpe St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-thorpe-st/) | 950 ft N | Electrical | Scope of Work: Rewire front entry (foyer) areas of a two-family dwelling. Install new lighting and receptacles. Details: Install (4) recessed lights (interior) Install (2) receptacle outlets Install (2) exterior recessed light fixtures | $2,500 | [E26-000640](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000640/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [20 Prospect Hill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-prospect-hill-ave/) | 490 ft E | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of two condensers and four mini-split heads | $6,908 | [E26-000624](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000624/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [205 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/205-washington-st/) | 750 ft SE | Electrical | they needed a permit pulled as they’re taking off window frames Siding permit | $150 | [E26-000545](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000545/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [21 Union Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-union-sq/) | 960 ft SW | Plumbing | Furnish and Install 1 new toilet and 1 new lavatory sink Juliet Social Club @ 257 Washington St | Not listed | [P26-000260](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000260/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 53 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [39 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-alston-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Outlet for washer, outside outlet, replacement of light fixture | $2,500 | [E26-001368](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001368/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [8 Pleasant Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-pleasant-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Wire 2 Heat pump heads and 1 30 amp condensor on 3rd fl | $2,500 | [E26-001346](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001346/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [8 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-highland-ave/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Install cellular communicator | $250 | [E26-001418](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001418/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [24 Wesley Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-wesley-park/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | install 1 replacement window. no structural changes. | $2,763 | [B26-001518](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001518/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [33 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-vinal-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | LOT B New air conditioning and heating system installation | $25,000 | [SM26-000189](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000189/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [33 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-vinal-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | LOT A: Installation of heating and cooling system for all units. | $25,000 | [SM26-000099](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000099/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [36 Mansfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-mansfield-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | Replaced boiler only with no water connection, but was told to pull water connection | Not listed | [P26-000547](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000547/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [36 Mansfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-mansfield-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | Strictly boiler only replacement no touching of water only Gas | Not listed | [G26-000424](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000424/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [32 Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-webster-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Demolition | Demolition of existing 2 story house DEMO ON OR AFTER SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 (EMERGENCY DEMO) | $49,950 | [D26-000002](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/D26-000002/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Plumbing | Install a new gas fire Furnace | Not listed | [G26-000416](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000416/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [24 Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-webster-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | New building | construct a podium style 6 story building with a parking level below the building. This low-rise complies with the 9th edition of the Ma building code. This mixed use (general building) structure's primary use is multi-family residential 43 units. (R-2). Permit tranferred to new contractor 8/27/25 | $12,640,000 | [B24-002327](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-002327/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [30 Summit Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-summit-ave/) | 0.25 mi NW | Plumbing | Replace existing tub/shower with prefab acrylic base and acrylic walls. Replace valve and fixtures. No Structural Changes | Not listed | [P26-000510](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000510/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [230 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/230-somerville-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Wiring for the commercial kitchen hood ventilation motors including power outlets, lighting & control | $9,380 | [E26-001301](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001301/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 0.22 mi E | New building | build new 3 family house (existing structure is a garage) - detached house in NR district FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B26-000068 | $720,000 | [B25-000984](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000984/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [2 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-alston-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Roofing | Enclose porch on first and second floor add insulation and light install stairs exterior access and exit install windows and doors install siding, new roof (sheathing, shingles, flashing, ice & water shield), Insulation (walls & roof), Drywall installation & finishing, Flooring installation vinyl | $25,000 | [B26-001165](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001165/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [33 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-vinal-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | 6 new family | $82,000 | [E26-000698](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000698/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [152 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/152-cross-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | Add handrail to Attic Egress Stair, Add railing to second floor roof deck and replace 1 exterior door. | $6,418 | [B26-001215](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001215/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [2 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-alston-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Wire a small addition. | $4,000 | [E26-001228](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001228/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [20 Prospect St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-prospect-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Plumbing | Installing 3 new breakrooms @ 50 Prospect St | Not listed | [P26-000474](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000474/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [67 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/67-walnut-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | install 7 replacement windows. no structural changes. | $22,521 | [B26-000149](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000149/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [60 Tufts St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/60-tufts-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Window and Door Replacements, Parapet Cap Repairs, Terrace Repairs Four 3x3 awning style windows and two French style doors. | $125,675 | [B26-000922](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000922/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Wiring a new three-unit apartment | $52,000 | [E26-000656](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000656/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [21 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-vinal-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | install receptacles, switches and lighting | $1,600 | [E26-001093](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001093/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [24 Aldersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-aldersey-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Replace existing receptacles with tamper-resistant devices. Coordinate with Eversource and request the installation of two meters. Relocate the feeders serving the two basement apartments from the public panel and reconnect them to their designated existing service disconnects. | $3,000 | [E26-001078](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001078/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [6 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/6-highland-ave/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | cap dryer gas | Not listed | [G26-000339](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000339/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [8 Pleasant Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-pleasant-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | 3 kitchens 3 bathrooms 3 laundry | Not listed | [P25-000449](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P25-000449/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [8 Pleasant Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-pleasant-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | gas stove | Not listed | [G25-000307](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G25-000307/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [24 Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-webster-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | New construction of 43 units, common areas and parking garage which includes installation of underground for 1600A service, subpanels, load centers, and generator as well as lighting, general power, fire alarm and line voltage power to HVAC equipment as specified. | $1,425,000 | [E26-000999](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000999/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [21 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-vinal-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | (HOMEOWNER PERMIT) Add one interior wall, add cased opening to existing wall, replace existing door, install new closet door, install trifold glass door, refinish floors, repaint | $17,650 | [B26-000950](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000950/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [9 Allen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-allen-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Temp Electrical Service Construction Site @ Corner of Allen St and Charlestown St | $500 | [E26-001005](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001005/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [7 Chester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-chester-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Roofing | Reroof: Tear off existing underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. Install new underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. No structural changes. | $24,098 | [B26-000868](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000868/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [18 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-linden-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Roofing | Strip existing roofing (15 sq) layer with proper tools, remove existing flashing, underlayment, boot pipes and remove debris down using tarp along the house to protect house perimeter and client belongs. Reroof with new underlayment and new asphalt shingles following State Building Code and Manufact | $7,960 | [B26-000745](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000745/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [11 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-linden-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Roofing | Reroof: Tear off existing underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. Install new underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. No structural changes. | $28,536 | [B26-000977](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000977/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [24 Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-webster-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Installation of underground conduits for new construction building with 43 units and generator. | $21,000 | [E26-000931](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000931/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [17 Aldersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-aldersey-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | installation of new complete 800 amp service on front house with 9 meters total and 1 200 amp service on back house with installation of transformer from Eversource. | $30,000 | [E26-000419](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000419/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 0.22 mi E | New building | foundation for new construction 3 family CONSTRUCTION PERMIT B25-000984 | $100,000 | [B26-000068](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000068/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of central heating and cooling with gas furnace and ac | $15,000 | [SM26-000082](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000082/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | Move exsisting smokes, pull stations and horns out to accommodate new framing | $500 | [E26-000875](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000875/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [18 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-linden-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Electrical | Rooftop solar 19 panels 7.79 kwdc 13.5kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $98,637 | [E26-000828](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000828/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [18 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-linden-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Solar | Rooftop solar 19 panels 7.79 kwdc 13.5kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall no structural | $38,950 | [B26-000863](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000863/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | Wire room for lights power and heat B26-000400 | $25,000 | [E26-000764](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000764/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Plumbing | Remodel a existing Liquor store | Not listed | [P26-000322](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000322/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [16 Summit Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-summit-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Minor renovation to the interior only. Remove existing kitchen cabinetry and replace with new in its entirety. Add two new bathrooms one on second floor and one in the basement. Renovate existing bathroom on 1st floor. Install new wet bar in basement level. Remove existing room ACT ceiling and strap | $92,000 | [B26-000403](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000403/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [17 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-linden-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | gas meter test | Not listed | [G26-000273](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000273/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [3 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-linden-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Adding 5 of 4in lally column with 2x2x1 concrete footing for additional structural support | $3,000 | [B26-000582](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000582/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [18 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-linden-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $12,000 | [B26-000720](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000720/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [35 Prospect St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-prospect-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Roofing | Remove all roofing materials and install.060 EPDM rubber roofing materials. Remove all debris. | $44,211 | [B26-000685](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000685/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [3 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-emerson-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Alteration or repair | Replace existing ducted AC | $14,250 | [B26-000668](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000668/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1 Bow Market Way](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1-bow-market-way/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | install fire radio | $594 | [E26-000516](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000516/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [300 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/300-somerville-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | New building | buildout restaurant @ 302 Somerville Ave | $200,000 | [B25-000859](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000859/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [14 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-linden-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the entire house with Owens Corning System Warranty. | $23,899 | [B26-000528](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000528/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [24 Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-webster-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | Installation of various plumbing fixtures and piping at new multi residential building | Not listed | [P26-000253](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000253/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [33 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-bow-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Electrical | Installation of (2) Annunciator Panels | $3,000 | [E26-000588](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000588/) |

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## More on this street

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

- [44 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-columbus-ave/): newest permit Aug 27, 2026
- [37 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-columbus-ave/): newest permit Jun 1, 2026
- [45 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-columbus-ave/): newest permit Dec 10, 2024
- [36 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-columbus-ave/): newest permit Mar 5, 2026
- [47 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/47-columbus-ave/): newest permit Dec 31, 2024
- [34 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-columbus-ave/): newest permit Oct 2, 2026
- [33 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-columbus-ave/): newest permit Jun 9, 2026
- [53 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-columbus-ave/): newest permit Apr 22, 2025
- [27 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-columbus-ave/): newest permit Jun 25, 2025
- [57 Columbus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-columbus-ave/): newest permit Aug 26, 2025

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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 22:30 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Contains information from Applications for Permits and Licenses (SomerStat, City of Somerville), which is made available here under the Open Database License (ODbL). Database: https://data.somervillema.gov/d/nneb-s3f7 License: https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/

Map, all 6 permits at this address and 121 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/41-columbus-ave/