# Building permits at 48 Ash Ave, Somerville, MA

New buildings permitted at three addresses within 900 ft since May 1, the largest $370,000.

10 permits on record here. The newest, Jan 15: Renovation of bathroom and kitchen. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 40 more permits (39 projects) since May 1. The nearest permit for a new building is 440 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 2026 | Plumbing | Renovation of bathroom and kitchen | Not listed | [P26-000017](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000017/) |
| Jan 12, 2026 | Alteration or repair | interior remodel of two bathrooms and one kitchen.no strutural changes Existing layout maintained work includes replacement of cabinets fixtures tile and apliances no plumbing or electric relocation all work performed unit 48B | $48,000 | [B25-002226](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-002226/) |
| Jan 7, 2026 | Electrical | Panel change | $2,300 | [E26-000024](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000024/) |
| Dec 15, 2025 | Electrical | Kitchen, two baths, hard wired smokes and device replacement | $10,000 | [E25-001902](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001902/) |
| Aug 27, 2025 | Alteration or repair | replace rotted deck boards and trim Maintenance | $5,800 | [B25-001271](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001271/) |
| Oct 8, 2024 | Alteration or repair | repair rotted deck boards | $4,900 | [B24-001680](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-001680/) |
| Dec 13, 2023 | Plumbing | Replace existing tub/shower valve with new tub/shower valve | Not listed | [P23-000683](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P23-000683/) |
| Sep 2, 2016 | Roofing | Remove asphalt shingle roof from building. Install new Asphalt roof. | $16,000 | [B16-001469](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B16-001469/) |
| Sep 28, 2015 | Roofing | Replace the existing roof with an architectural asphalt shingle roofing system. | $16,000 | [B15-001571](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B15-001571/) |
| Jan 28, 2015 | Plumbing | Gas Furnace Replacement In Basement | Not listed | [G15-000063](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G15-000063/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 2026 | [108 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/108-moreland-st/) | 220 ft W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 875966) | $3,000 | [B26-001193](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001193/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [49 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/49-ash-ave/) | 120 ft S | Alteration or repair | (HOMEOWNER PERMIT) Replace Rotted Porch Floor Boards | $1,000 | [B26-000906](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000906/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 27 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | [5 Meacham St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-meacham-st/) | 630 ft S | New building | New Duct branches at school renovation | $110,300 | [SM26-000172](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000172/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [79 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/79-moreland-st/) | 440 ft SW | Plumbing | ADU home | Not listed | [P26-000519](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000519/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [20 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-ash-ave/) | 440 ft SW | Roofing | Strip and re-roof approx:15 square. | $13,500 | [B26-000941](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000941/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [74 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-moreland-st/) | 520 ft SW | Other | Description for the permit: “For sheet metal work that was done without a permit. Prior permit application number is SM20-000045 & SM23-000060. All work is complete and house 2 of the 3 units have been occupied for 2+ years” | $60,000 | [SM26-000033](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000033/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [53 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-moreland-st/) | 810 ft SW | Alteration or repair | replace the first floor front porch, decking, footings, joists and columns | $9,300 | [B26-001282](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001282/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [92 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/92-moreland-st/) | 350 ft W | Alteration or repair | exterior siding, 1 casement window and step deck replacement | $36,000 | [B26-001228](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001228/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [15 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-ash-ave/) | 500 ft SW | Electrical | Demo / Make-Safe Electrical for Construction | $300 | [E26-001201](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001201/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [31 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/31-ash-ave/) | 310 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 8 windows, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $12,600 | [B26-001269](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001269/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [92 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/92-moreland-st/) | 350 ft W | Electrical | Installing 2 outside sconces, 1 flood light and 1 outlet B26-001228 | $1,000 | [E26-001202](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001202/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [15 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-ash-ave/) | 500 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Expletory demolition of walls and ceilings to determine condition of structure of bearing and nonbearing walls. Including removal of chimney, siding and other mep's. | $20,000 | [B24-000545](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-000545/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [79 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/79-moreland-st/) | 440 ft SW | New building | Construct a new backyard cottage [Now PADU Not BYC] | $370,000 | [B24-002260](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-002260/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [45 Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-fremont-st/) | 890 ft SW | New building | Foundation Permit for 3 units (B25-000192) | $25,000 | [B26-000924](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000924/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [45 Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-fremont-st/) | 890 ft SW | New building | FOUNDATION PERMIT: Construct at back of driveway a Back Yard Cottage per SZO 3.1.12 & 3.1.8 that has a floor plate of 576 sq. ft. and contains 2 bedrooms & 1 Bathroom. Sewer will be on gravity, All utilities will be underground from Principle Building. Foundation to have 4’ walls with 12” footin | $19,600 | [B25-000366](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000366/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [7 Meacham St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-meacham-st/) | 670 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace boiler | Not listed | [P22-000565](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P22-000565/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [7 Meacham St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-meacham-st/) | 670 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace boiler | Not listed | [G22-000430](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G22-000430/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [5 Meacham St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-meacham-st/) | 630 ft S | Plumbing | Plumbing piping demo & make safe in conjunction with Building Permit B26-000857 | Not listed | [P26-000381](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000381/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [5 Meacham St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-meacham-st/) | 630 ft S | Plumbing | Gas piping demo & make safe in conjunction with Building Permit B26-000857 | Not listed | [G26-000316](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000316/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [45 Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-fremont-st/) | 890 ft SW | Electrical | Ground Foundation with #4 copper to rebar for new service | $250 | [E26-000881](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000881/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [5 Meacham St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-meacham-st/) | 630 ft S | Electrical | Complete renovations to level 2 of building, including renovations to lighting, power, and fire alarm. | $68,595 | [E26-000909](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000909/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [5 Meacham St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-meacham-st/) | 630 ft S | Alteration or repair | Renovate existing space into new work areas, new ceilings, flooring, new ERV system, new sound absorbing panels | $448,000 | [B26-000857](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000857/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [79 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/79-moreland-st/) | 440 ft SW | Electrical | Electrical work for new ADU | $15,000 | [E26-000803](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000803/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [9 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-ash-ave/) | 570 ft SW | Roofing | Strip and re-roof front main house roof area only with asphalt shingles | $6,500 | [B26-000837](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000837/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [31 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/31-ash-ave/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | Relocate Meter in Basement to exterior of building | $2,700 | [E26-000456](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000456/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [42 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-moreland-st/) | 890 ft SW | Electrical | Replace all existing smoke alarms in Units 1 and 2 with new hardwired smoke alarms. Install (1) new dedicated 20A bathroom receptacle circuit in Unit 2 bathroom. Install (1) recessed light over kitchen sink. Install (2) new 2-gang boxes with duplex receptacles: one in office area and one in living r | $1,850 | [E26-000749](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000749/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [31 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/31-ash-ave/) | 310 ft S | Roofing | Roofing | $5,600 | [B26-000702](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000702/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [31 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/31-ash-ave/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | Installation of 17 roof mounted solar panels. No battery | $38,600 | [E26-000455](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000455/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [31 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/31-ash-ave/) | 310 ft S | Solar | Installation of 17 roof mounted solar panels. No battery | $36,550 | [B26-000457](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000457/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 11 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [26 Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-fremont-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | Install 1/2 bath in basememt | Not listed | [P26-000580](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000580/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [26 Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-fremont-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Finish basement using owens corning basement finishing system, 437sf, 2'x2' drop ceiling finish height 7', room to be used as a home office, 1/2 bathroom. | $101,616 | [B26-001076](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001076/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [26 Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-fremont-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Finish room in basement for home office, can lights, switches, outlets, baseboard heaters | $3,775 | [E26-001238](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001238/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [37 Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-fremont-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | 3 gas drier reconnects | Not listed | [G26-000330](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000330/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [7 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-moreland-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Plumbing | Kitchen Renovation | Not listed | [P26-000373](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000373/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [7 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-moreland-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Plumbing | Cap gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000313](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000313/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [125 Jaques St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/125-jaques-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Demo and replacement of misc. concrete stairs with railings | $149,460 | [B26-000830](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000830/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [7 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-moreland-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Gut and remodel kitchen, include new flooring, electrical, plumbing, new doors and windows and siding. | $220,000 | [B26-000703](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000703/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [7 Moreland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-moreland-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Electrical | Rewire kitchen | $11,000 | [E26-000722](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000722/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [32 Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-fremont-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove & replace 9 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $31,085 | [B26-000537](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000537/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [37 Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-fremont-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | gas piping close drier main | Not listed | [G26-000212](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000212/) |

## More on this street

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

- [49 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/49-ash-ave/): newest permit Jul 2, 2026
- [39 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-ash-ave/): newest permit Mar 31, 2026
- [37 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-ash-ave/): newest permit Aug 14, 2025
- [33 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-ash-ave/): newest permit Jan 2, 2025
- [31 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/31-ash-ave/): newest permit Aug 19, 2026
- [28 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-ash-ave/): newest permit Jun 3, 2025
- [22 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-ash-ave/): newest permit Jan 8, 2025
- [20 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-ash-ave/): newest permit Sep 9, 2026
- [15 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-ash-ave/): newest permit Aug 20, 2026
- [9 Ash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-ash-ave/): newest permit Jun 10, 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 2026-10-07 02:50 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 40 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-ash-ave/