# Building permits at 5 Putnam St, Somerville, MA

53 Prescott St: demolition permitted Aug 27, a new building Sep 24.

Eight permits on record here. The newest, Mar 26, 2025: Kitchen and bath remodel. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 131 more permits (126 projects) since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 850 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2025 | Plumbing | Kitchen and bath remodel | Not listed | [P25-000184](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P25-000184/) |
| Mar 26, 2025 | Plumbing | Install a new gas stove (7 Putnam St 2L) | Not listed | [G25-000124](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G25-000124/) |
| Mar 20, 2025 | Electrical | misc electrical upgrades for lighting and receptacles in unit 7 at 7 Putnam St | $500 | [E25-000378](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000378/) |
| Jan 27, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Remove drop ceiling and install sheetrock ceiling, remove kitchen cabinets and install new cabinets and flooring. Gut bathroom and reinstall fixtures in existing locations. Paint entire unit.@ 7 Putnam St | $72,000 | [B24-002210](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-002210/) |
| Dec 30, 2024 | Plumbing | Boiler replacement | Not listed | [P24-000809](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P24-000809/) |
| Dec 30, 2024 | Plumbing | boiler replacement | Not listed | [G24-000653](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G24-000653/) |
| May 6, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Replace 3 entryway roofs | $11,250 | [B24-000459](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-000459/) |
| Sep 15, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Install new high density insulation board over existing roof and install new Carlisle rubber membrane roof. Replace 3 existing skylights. Repoint masonry above roof line. Install new custom 032 custom drip edge on perimeter of roof. Install new roof access doors. | $165,000 | [B16-001143](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B16-001143/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 5 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2026 | [26 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-vinal-ave/) | 210 ft E | Electrical | Basement remodel | $7,500 | [E26-001266](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001266/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [4 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-putnam-st/) | 140 ft W | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation, existing footprint to stay the same | $28,900 | [B26-000767](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000767/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [4 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-putnam-st/) | 140 ft W | Plumbing | Bathroom remodel | Not listed | [P26-000321](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000321/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [12 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-putnam-st/) | 160 ft NW | Electrical | rewire wall oven with appropriately sized wire | $2,000 | [E26-000680](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000680/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [12 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-putnam-st/) | 160 ft NW | Electrical | Replace wire for wall oven with appropriate size | $2,000 | [E26-000679](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000679/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 80 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [8 Pleasant Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-pleasant-ave/) | 890 ft E | 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/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [9 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-preston-rd/) | 770 ft W | Addition | Installation of 2 outdoor condensers and 6 wall mount mini spits inside The system being installed is ductless | $39,655 | [B26-001412](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001412/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [42 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-vinal-ave/) | 590 ft NE | Electrical | Installation of Sub Panel, 50 Range Circuit 240V | $2,000 | [E26-001433](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001433/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [9 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-preston-rd/) | 770 ft W | Electrical | power for 2 condensers | $600 | [E26-001285](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001285/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [26 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-summer-st/) | 300 ft S | Electrical | house rewire after a fire, service is newer 200A existing. | $28,500 | [E26-001242](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001242/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [24 Wesley Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-wesley-park/) | 400 ft SE | Alteration or repair | install 1 replacement window. no structural changes. | $2,763 | [B26-001518](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001518/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [24 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-summer-st/) | 320 ft S | Alteration or repair | (Homeowner Permit) Masonry repair The existing chimney above the roofline is deteriorated and requires reconstruction. This application proposes rebuilding the chimney from the roofline up, matching the existing height, dimensions, and overall appearance. The replacement will use brick and mortar se | $2,700 | [B26-001507](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001507/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [9 Sanborn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-sanborn-ave/) | 970 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Replace roof deck and railings on the third floor | $17,825 | [B26-001461](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001461/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [33 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-vinal-ave/) | 480 ft NE | 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/) | 480 ft NE | 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 24, 2026 | [40 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-school-st/) | 750 ft W | Alteration or repair | Interior Demolition and Framing: selective interior demolition, reconfigure portions of the primary bedroom, guest bedroom, hallway, kitchen, bathroom, laundry area, and living areas, remove and construct non-load-bearing partitions and relocate interior door openings, perform structural modificatio | $203,000 | [B26-001183](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001183/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 850 ft N | New building | construct a 24'-4" x 20'-4" foundation for cottage style house PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT B26-000252 | $300 | [B26-000556](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000556/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [28 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-summer-st/) | 270 ft S | Alteration or repair | Basement sill and crawlspace insulation | $1,238 | [B26-001186](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001186/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 850 ft N | Alteration or repair | Convert existing 2-unit house to a 3-unit house. Main house will consist of Unit-1 will be first floor 1,020 sf with 3 bedrooms. Unit-2 will be 2nd floor will have 995.48 sf and 3 bedrooms. Unit-3 will have 1085 sf and 3 bedrooms and a walk up to a roof deck with a head house. [3Rd unit ADU (padu) r | $593,000 | [B26-000227](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000227/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [397 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/397-somerville-ave/) | 810 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Interior remodel consisting of finish upgrades only, with no changes to the existing interior wall layout or configuration. The project also includes a change of use from a Place of Worship to a Retail use. No structural modifications or changes to the existing building footprint are proposed. | $2,500 | [B26-001130](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001130/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [20 Landers St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-landers-st/) | 960 ft W | Plumbing | Gas line to deck grill | Not listed | [G26-000274](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000274/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 970 ft S | Plumbing | Install a new gas fire Furnace | Not listed | [G26-000416](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000416/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [30 Summit Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-summit-ave/) | 530 ft NE | 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/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 850 ft N | Demolition | Demolition 3 Car Garages DEMO ON OR AFTER SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 | $5,000 | [D26-000032](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/D26-000032/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [9 Sanborn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-sanborn-ave/) | 970 ft SE | 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 26, 2026 | [40 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-school-st/) | 750 ft W | Plumbing | kitchen and bath remodel | Not listed | [P26-000491](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000491/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [33 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-vinal-ave/) | 480 ft NE | Electrical | 6 new family | $82,000 | [E26-000698](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000698/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [56 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/56-school-st/) | 680 ft NW | Roofing | Strip and re-roof main house | $28,645 | [B26-001294](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001294/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 850 ft N | Addition | Add a 17' x 4' wide foundation on left front of building CONSTRUCTION PERMIT B26-000227 | $7,000 | [B26-001226](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001226/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [42 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-vinal-ave/) | 590 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install 5.74 kW panels. Will not exceed roof panel but will add 6" to height. 14 panels total. No ESS / No Structural. | $28,700 | [B26-001025](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001025/) |
| Aug 16, 2026 | [6 Giles Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/6-giles-park/) | 730 ft SE | 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 12, 2026 | [42 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-vinal-ave/) | 590 ft NE | Electrical | Install 5.74 kW panels. Will not exceed roof panel but will add 6" to height. 14 panels total. No ESS / No Structural. | $29,000 | [E26-000950](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000950/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [59 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/59-bow-st/) | 620 ft S | Plumbing | First floor: 1 half bathroom and 3 electric water heaters Second floor: Units 201, 202, 203 and 204 each with 1 Kitchen with ice maker, 1 laundry and 1 full bathroom. Third floor: Units 301, 302, 303 and 304 each with 1 Kitchen with ice maker, 1 laundry and 1 full bathroom. Fourth floor: 401, 402, 4 | Not listed | [P26-000457](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000457/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [56 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/56-school-st/) | 680 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 877260, 877263) ( Unit and Unit 2) | $11,333 | [B26-001078](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001078/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [101 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/101-school-st/) | 930 ft N | Alteration or repair | install 5 replacement windows. no structural changes. | $13,105 | [B26-001066](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001066/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 690 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Weatherization/Insulation. Work Scope Attached | $15,254 | [B26-000809](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000809/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [21 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-vinal-ave/) | 320 ft E | Electrical | install receptacles, switches and lighting | $1,600 | [E26-001093](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001093/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 690 ft SE | 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/) | 690 ft SE | Electrical | Wiring of new High Velocity Heat Pumps | $4,000 | [E26-001083](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001083/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [24 Aldersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-aldersey-st/) | 310 ft E | 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 23, 2026 | [56 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/56-school-st/) | 680 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Removal of rear chimney, Front chimney Grind and point chimney from the flashing up, Supply and install 5” aluminum liner. Leak repairs, slate roofs. | $12,050 | [B26-001064](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001064/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [8 Pleasant Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-pleasant-ave/) | 890 ft E | 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/) | 890 ft E | Plumbing | gas stove | Not listed | [G25-000307](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G25-000307/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [3 Lawson Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-lawson-terr/) | 260 ft NE | Roofing | strip and reroof approximately 1,100 square feet | $16,640 | [B26-001053](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001053/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [40 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-school-st/) | 750 ft W | Electrical | Wire in new replacement hvac system | $1,200 | [E26-000580](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000580/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [21 Vinal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-vinal-ave/) | 320 ft E | 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 9, 2026 | [8 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-school-st/) | 980 ft W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 874506) ( Unit 3) | $4,000 | [B26-000965](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000965/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [8 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-school-st/) | 980 ft W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 872729,872728 ) ( Unit 1, Unit 2 ) ) | $11,925 | [B26-000936](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000936/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [17 Bow St Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-bow-st-pl/) | 370 ft S | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. Only working on unit 1. | $2,000 | [B26-000955](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000955/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [29 Summit Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-summit-ave/) | 620 ft NE | Electrical | 1 Bathroom electrical, Living Lights, dining lights | $1,500 | [E26-000900](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000900/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [17 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-bow-st/) | 960 ft SE | 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/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [29 Summit Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-summit-ave/) | 620 ft NE | Plumbing | 1 half bath on first floor | Not listed | [P26-000382](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000382/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [17 Aldersey St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-aldersey-st/) | 470 ft E | 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 29, 2026 | [9 Carlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-carlton-st/) | 970 ft SW | Electrical | upgrade service due to insurance requirements, moving service to other side of property so there is clearances | $6,500 | [E26-000883](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000883/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [23 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-putnam-st/) | 260 ft NE | Roofing | strip and reroof approximately 2,200 square feet | $24,460 | [B26-000839](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000839/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 970 ft S | 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 24, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 690 ft SE | 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 | [75 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/75-school-st/) | 640 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Air handler in the basement and one in the attic, sheet metal is needed for the supply and returns, 2 new condensers outside | $34,890 | [SM26-000100](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000100/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [49 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/49-putnam-st/) | 670 ft NE | Electrical | remove and reinstall existing smoke detectors (2) due to repairs in the front foyer E26-000211 | $900 | [E26-000877](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000877/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 970 ft S | Electrical | Move exsisting smokes, pull stations and horns out to accommodate new framing | $500 | [E26-000875](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000875/) |
| Jun 21, 2026 | [397 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/397-somerville-ave/) | 810 ft SW | Electrical | CORRECT VIOLATION FILE #26-013922 Cut and cap water to sink. Disconnect and remove existing electrical service/feed to stove at electrical panel to remove illegal apartment | $800 | [B26-000802](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000802/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [397 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/397-somerville-ave/) | 810 ft SW | Plumbing | Cut & Cap kitchen sink in apartment | Not listed | [P26-000349](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000349/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [29 Summit Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-summit-ave/) | 620 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remodel first floor to acommodate a half bath. Exhaust fan to exterior, plumb and electrical. | $18,600 | [B26-000779](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000779/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [397 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/397-somerville-ave/) | 810 ft SW | Electrical | Disconnect electricity from stove to panel in illegal apartment | $800 | [E26-000843](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000843/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 970 ft S | Electrical | Wire room for lights power and heat B26-000400 | $25,000 | [E26-000764](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000764/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [55 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-putnam-st/) | 760 ft NE | Electrical | 400A service upgrade | $3,000 | [E26-000834](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000834/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [34 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-putnam-st/) | 440 ft N | Plumbing | 1/2 bathroom on 2nd floor | Not listed | [P26-000327](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000327/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [329 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/329-somerville-ave/) | 970 ft S | 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/) | 620 ft E | 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/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [20 Landers St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-landers-st/) | 960 ft W | Electrical | Install 4 outdoor receptacles and 1 light fixture on rear porch outdoor counter area | $3,100 | [E26-000788](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000788/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [26 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-summer-st/) | 300 ft S | Alteration or repair | Interior demolition. All cabinets, fixtures, finishes, sheetrock. | $50,000 | [B26-000757](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000757/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [30 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-walnut-st/) | 690 ft SE | Plumbing | Renovation of 2 bathrooms, 1 laundry, 1 kitchen, 1 half bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000317](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000317/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [12 Landers St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-landers-st/) | 880 ft W | Plumbing | Basement gas furnace | Not listed | [G26-000243](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000243/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [12 Landers St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-landers-st/) | 880 ft W | Plumbing | Basement gas furnace | Not listed | [G26-000242](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000242/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [9 Hillside Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-hillside-park/) | 550 ft SE | 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 | [24 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-summer-st/) | 320 ft S | Alteration or repair | Refurbish existing front porch with traditional materials to comply with historic requirements, without porch size alteration | $7,500 | [B26-000472](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000472/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [9 Hillside Park](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-hillside-park/) | 550 ft SE | 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/) | 690 ft SE | 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/) | 850 ft SE | 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 12, 2026 | [1 Bow Market Way](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1-bow-market-way/) | 760 ft S | Electrical | install fire radio | $594 | [E26-000516](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000516/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 850 ft N | Electrical | Make sure power is disconnected at the garage for demolition. | $300 | [E26-000631](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000631/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 850 ft N | Electrical | Wire new cottage with new service | $10,000 | [E26-000291](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000291/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [53 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-prescott-st/) | 850 ft N | Electrical | Complete wiring of a 4 family with 400 amp service. | $25,000 | [E26-000290](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000290/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [33 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-bow-st/) | 630 ft SE | Electrical | Installation of (2) Annunciator Panels | $3,000 | [E26-000588](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000588/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [34 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-putnam-st/) | 440 ft N | Alteration or repair | 5 Windows replacement, 2 interior door replacement, plaster ceilings | $8,000 | [B26-000593](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000593/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 46 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [40 Union Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-union-sq/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Remove asbestos containing building materials | $58,500 | [B26-001536](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001536/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [44 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-highland-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Install 8 Harvey classic replacement window,energy star,inserts only,no structural work | $6,992 | [B26-001069](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001069/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [32 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-stone-ave/) | 0.25 mi SE | 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/) | 0.25 mi SE | 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/) | 0.25 mi SE | Plumbing | Renovation, 1st and 2nd fl kitchen stove. | Not listed | [G26-000426](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000426/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4 Lake St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-lake-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 13 windows. Like sizes and no structural changes. | $22,985 | [B26-001389](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001389/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [26 Knapp St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-knapp-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | Replace drainage piping for kitchen and bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000512](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000512/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [111 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/111-summer-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Installation of EV Charger with load management device off of unit main circuit breaker. | $2,500 | [E26-001209](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001209/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [111 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/111-summer-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Installation of EV Charger with load management device off of unit main circuit breaker. | $3,500 | [E26-001208](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001208/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [42 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-preston-rd/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | Not listed | [G26-000380](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000380/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [22 Stone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-stone-ave/) | 0.25 mi SE | 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 20, 2026 | [17 Carlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-carlton-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | Install plumbing for 2 units, 2 kitchens, 2 laundries, 5 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, sewer ejector in basement, 2 electric water heaters. | Not listed | [P26-000483](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000483/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [108 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/108-summer-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Installation of EV Charger | $700 | [E26-000397](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000397/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [61 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/61-prescott-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Plumbing | Stack replacement with venting | Not listed | [P26-000476](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000476/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [67 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/67-walnut-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | install 7 replacement windows. no structural changes. | $22,521 | [B26-000149](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000149/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [17 Carlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-carlton-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Demolition/make safe and UFER ground | $1,200 | [E26-001114](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001114/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [14 Carlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-carlton-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Alteration or repair | Remove and rebuild existing roof deck in the same size and layout. Install new pressure-treated framing, double 2x10 beam, 2x8 PT joists with galvanized hangers, Trex Select composite decking, and Trex Select black aluminum railings. Existing support posts to remain and be inspected for code complia | $21,900 | [B26-000959](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000959/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [17 Carlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-carlton-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Complete renovation reconstruction of existing residential building. Scope includes interior demolition, foundation and structural work, framing medications, roofing, exterior siding, new windows, new exterior and interior doors, new kitchens, new bathrooms, tile installation, plumbing, electrical.  | $700,000 | [B26-000935](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000935/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [30 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-berkeley-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | Renew bath 2nd floor | Not listed | [P26-000444](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000444/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [15 Grand View Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-grand-view-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Roofing | Remove and replace the existing mansard shingle roof (up to two layers). Inspect roof sheathing and replace damaged wood as needed. Install new ice & water shield, synthetic underlayment, drip edge, CertainTeed SwiftStart starter shingles, CertainTeed Landmark architectural shingles, and Shadow Ridg | $12,350 | [B26-001113](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001113/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [40 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-highland-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Wiring replacement for AC (Coil / Condenser) and gas Furnace | $1,322 | [E26-001062](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001062/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [30 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-berkeley-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Electrical permit for renovation of the master bathroom and master bedroom. Master Bathroom: * Install new wiring for the master bathroom. * Provide and install one dedicated circuit for an electric towel warmer. * Provide and install one dedicated circuit for electric floor heating. * Install reces | $5,000 | [E26-000885](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000885/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Front 3 Family Home - Install 3 HVAC Systems. 1 located in the basement with 2 zones, 1 located inside closet on the 3rd floor, and 1 minisplit condenser combined with 3 ceiling cassette. | $61,500 | [SM26-000128](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000128/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Install new low voltage fire alarm | $8,500 | [E26-001063](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001063/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [25 Osgood St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-osgood-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Wiring replacement for a Condenser and water heater | $1,285 | [E26-000985](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000985/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [22 Oxford St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-oxford-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Service Upgrade | $18,000 | [E26-001006](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001006/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [24 Warren Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-warren-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Replace Garage rubber roof | $4,800 | [B26-000934](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000934/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Rear Cottage Home - Install 2 Minisplit heat pump condensers combined with 2 wall mounts for the basement, 2 ceiling cassette, and 1 slim ducted air handler located in the attic. | $39,000 | [SM26-000094](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000094/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [40 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-preston-rd/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing | hot water tank replacement unit 1 | Not listed | [P26-000341](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000341/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [40 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-preston-rd/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing | hot water tank replacement unit 1 | Not listed | [G26-000290](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000290/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [30 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-berkeley-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Bathroom remodeling -Unit 2 | $32,650 | [B26-000858](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000858/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [114 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/114-school-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | remodel | Not listed | [P26-000222](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000222/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [109 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/109-school-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | Install Rinnai RE180iN Tankless Hot Water Heater in the Basement | Not listed | [P26-000228](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000228/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [109 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/109-school-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | Install Rinnai RE180iN Tankless Hot Water Heater in the Basement | Not listed | [G26-000194](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000194/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [33 Preston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-preston-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install new sheet metal duct supply and return. | $16,000 | [SM26-000059](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000059/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Cottage house | $15,000 | [E26-000796](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000796/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [1 Bow St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1-bow-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | 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 1, 2026 | [22 Knapp St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-knapp-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Insulate Walls, Attic, and Kneewall | $9,334 | [B26-000675](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000675/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [435 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/435-somerville-ave/) | 0.19 mi SW | Electrical | Customer called saying they needed an electrician to fix damaged wire on side of house. Work @ 2a school st | $200 | [E26-000701](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000701/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [22 Knapp St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-knapp-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | 17 replacement windows being installed | $20,600 | [B26-000688](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000688/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [22 Thorpe St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-thorpe-st/) | 0.24 mi E | 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 14, 2026 | [114 School St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/114-school-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | Replace 2 gang meter bank with new 400A 4 gang meter bank, add one house panel and 1 new panel for ADU. Wire ADU adu B26-000072 | $14,250 | [E26-000628](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000628/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | 1 water heater, 1 half bath, 1 kitchen with ice maker, 1 master bath, 1 laundry and 2 full baths. | Not listed | [P26-000286](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000286/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [24 Thorpe St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-thorpe-st/) | 0.24 mi E | 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 | [300 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/300-somerville-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | New building | buildout restaurant @ 302 Somerville Ave | $200,000 | [B25-000859](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000859/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [24 Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-berkeley-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Install low voltage fire alarm to monitor sprinkler system | $2,500 | [E26-000623](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000623/) |

## More on this street

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

- [4 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-putnam-st/): newest permit Jun 10, 2026
- [12 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-putnam-st/): newest permit May 14, 2026
- [15 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-putnam-st/): newest permit Nov 22, 2024
- [16 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-putnam-st/): newest permit Apr 11, 2025
- [17 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-putnam-st/): newest permit Dec 2, 2024
- [19 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-putnam-st/): newest permit Oct 17, 2024
- [20 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-putnam-st/): newest permit Jul 16, 2025
- [23 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-putnam-st/): newest permit Jun 29, 2026
- [27 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-putnam-st/): newest permit Sep 12, 2025
- [34 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-putnam-st/): newest permit Jun 5, 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 18:25 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 8 permits at this address and 131 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-putnam-st/