# Building permits at 50 Broadway, Somerville, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $823,000 new building at 32 Pinckney St, permitted Sep 28.

One permit here in the last two years. The newest, Oct 31, 2024: Remove the existing rutted wood at the front of the building and replace it with PVC boards installing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 65 more permits (64 projects) since May 1. Three are for new buildings, the nearest 710 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Remove the existing rutted wood at the front of the building and replace it with PVC boards installing hardboard siding over and paint with black stain 170 sq ft | $3,700 | [B24-001791](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-001791/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 41 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | [118 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/118-perkins-st/) | 570 ft SW | Roofing | Re-roofing a rubber roof | $33,007 | [B26-001449](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001449/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [46 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/46-mount-vernon-st/) | 710 ft S | Plumbing | Backyard cottage new construction, new plumbing. | Not listed | [P26-000535](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000535/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [110 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/110-perkins-st/) | 540 ft SW | Electrical | Install GFCI Protection at range, remove shower light, and blank plate old wall mounted smoke. | $300 | [E26-001283](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001283/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [96 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-broadway/) | 880 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Supply & install (1) one heat pump system with (2) two zones and associated duct work and (3) three mini splits | $22,550 | [SM26-000053](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000053/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [46 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/46-mount-vernon-st/) | 710 ft S | Electrical | Complete wiring of dwelling | $20,000 | [E26-000704](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000704/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [21 Wheeler St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-wheeler-st/) | 650 ft SW | Roofing | strip and re-roof | $55,000 | [B26-001386](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001386/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [46 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/46-mount-vernon-st/) | 710 ft S | New building | Construction of a Backyard cottage Foundation permit B26-000306 | $150,000 | [B26-000255](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000255/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [136 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/136-perkins-st/) | 780 ft W | Alteration or repair | Kitchen Renovation existing cabinets, - Framing and drywall repairs/ modifications as needed. Plumbing and electrical modifications required for the kitchen layout. | $17,000 | [B26-001308](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001308/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [96 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-broadway/) | 880 ft NW | Plumbing | Remodel kitchens and baths | Not listed | [P26-000495](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000495/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [96 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-broadway/) | 880 ft NW | Plumbing | Renovation of one unit, 1 gas furnace 1 gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000390](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000390/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [9 Broadway Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-broadway-pl/) | 390 ft W | Alteration or repair | strip and reside 22 squares vinyl siding for replacement. no structural changes. | $54,722 | [B26-001251](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001251/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [22 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-austin-st/) | 700 ft N | Plumbing | Basement: washer and dryer connections, 3 water tanks plumbing installation First floor: new plumbing for kitchen with sink and dishwasher; 1 full bathroom with shower stall, toilet and lav. Second floor: 2 full bathrooms with shower stall, toilet and lav. New plumbing for kitchen with sink and dish | Not listed | [P26-000471](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000471/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [22 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-austin-st/) | 700 ft N | Plumbing | Cut and cap gas line first and second floor | Not listed | [G26-000373](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000373/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [136 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/136-perkins-st/) | 780 ft W | Electrical | Wire a kitchen B26-001308 | $4,500 | [E26-001226](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001226/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [136 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/136-perkins-st/) | 780 ft W | Plumbing | 1 gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000374](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000374/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [20 Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-lincoln-ave/) | 250 ft S | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $14,000 | [B26-001199](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001199/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [136 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/136-perkins-st/) | 780 ft W | Plumbing | 2 Floor Kitchen | Not listed | [P26-000473](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000473/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [75 Florence St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/75-florence-st/) | 640 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Railings replacement - composite white railings, stairs demolition and disposal. Remove and replace approximately 17.5 squares of asphalt shingle roofing and 4.5 squares of EPDM roofing. Install new Ice & Water Shield, synthetic underlayment, drip edge, flashing, ridge vent, and chimney cap. Repoint | $30,039 | [B26-001095](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001095/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [9 Broadway Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-broadway-pl/) | 390 ft W | Electrical | Removal and reinstall electrical devices and fixtures for new siding | $2,000 | [E26-001160](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001160/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [46 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/46-mount-vernon-st/) | 710 ft S | Electrical | Ground wire for foundation | $300 | [E26-001154](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001154/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [46 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/46-mount-vernon-st/) | 710 ft S | New building | Foundation only for backyard cottage Construction permit B26-000255 | $20,000 | [B26-000306](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000306/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [74 Florence St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-florence-st/) | 730 ft SW | Plumbing | Bathroom remodel fixture swap out | Not listed | [P26-000424](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000424/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [102 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/102-perkins-st/) | 520 ft S | Electrical | Replace hallway light fixture | $100 | [E25-001726](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001726/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [81 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/81-broadway/) | 630 ft NW | Electrical | disconnect reconnect of 20ton rooftop, 2 mini splits installed | $10,000 | [E26-001046](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001046/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [74 Florence St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-florence-st/) | 730 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Bathrrom floor and new tub | $16,300 | [B26-000796](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000796/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [22 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-austin-st/) | 700 ft N | Alteration or repair | 1st floor/unit 1: - ⅜ sheetrock all over walls - Demo existing bathroom and make new one in existing place, new stand up shower (install new tiles, shower head etc), new toilet and vanity - Remodel existing kitchen, new cabinets, new appliances. - New plumbing and electrical all over apartment (cl | $227,520 | [B26-000417](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000417/) |
| Jul 11, 2026 | [74 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-perkins-st/) | 730 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 4 windows, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $7,832 | [B26-000943](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000943/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [9 Broadway Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-broadway-pl/) | 390 ft W | Electrical | Outlet and light for deck | $500 | [E26-000712](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000712/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [155 Perkins St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/155-perkins-st/) | 810 ft W | Alteration or repair | insulating basement rim joists with 2" polyiso board with foil face. insulating attic slope with 6" fiberglass and 2" polyiso board with foil face. insulating common wall with 3" fiberglass and 2" polyiso board | $5,607 | [B26-000639](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000639/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [14 Mount Pleasant St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-mount-pleasant-st/) | 650 ft SE | Electrical | install new fire alarm system | $5,000 | [E26-000928](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000928/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [82 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/82-myrtle-st/) | 930 ft SW | Addition | ONE STORY & UNIT ADDITION: The scope includes the renovation of two (2) existing residential units and the vertical addition of a third unit, resulting in a three-family (3-unit) dwelling with a total height of 2.5 stories 1. Basement Unit (Unit #1) - Interior updates to the existing finished baseme | $422,000 | [B26-000262](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000262/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [81 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/81-broadway/) | 630 ft NW | Plumbing | Rooftop unit replacement | Not listed | [G26-000301](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000301/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [82 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/82-myrtle-st/) | 930 ft SW | Electrical | Wiring new addition in back of property and complete second floor. Adding 3 new meters | $26,000 | [E26-000687](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000687/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [16 Hathorn St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-hathorn-st/) | 470 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of 2 systems with 1 zone each system | $27,500 | [SM26-000070](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000070/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [85 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/85-broadway/) | 710 ft NW | Electrical | Add recessed ligths, install 3 new outlets WORK IN UNIT 89 | $4,500 | [E26-000735](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000735/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [9 Broadway Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-broadway-pl/) | 390 ft W | Alteration or repair | Front porch replacement | $13,500 | [B26-000633](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000633/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [8 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-franklin-st/) | 630 ft W | Plumbing | replace gas boiler | Not listed | [P26-000276](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000276/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [8 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-franklin-st/) | 630 ft W | Plumbing | replace gas boiler | Not listed | [G26-000227](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000227/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [23 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-mount-vernon-st/) | 320 ft SE | Electrical | Rewire the first Floor and also install a sub panel on the first floor | $4,000 | [E26-000646](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000646/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [23 Mount Vernon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-mount-vernon-st/) | 320 ft SE | Electrical | add a subpanel on the Second Floor | $2,000 | [E26-000098](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000098/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [14 Arlington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-arlington-st/) | 550 ft W | Roofing | Re roof mansard face shingles | $34,020 | [B26-000624](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000624/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 24 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [17 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-glen-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Rooftop solar 19 panels 7.79 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $79,926 | [E26-001317](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001317/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [28 Crescent St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-crescent-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Plumbing | Inside sewer line replacement | Not listed | [P26-000566](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000566/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [32 Pinckney St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-pinckney-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | New building | New construction of 3 unit ground up build Foundation only permit B26-000349 | $823,000 | [B26-000329](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000329/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [4 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-webster-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | 1 Full Kitchen | Not listed | [P26-000542](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000542/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [4 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-webster-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Kitchen rewire | $5,000 | [E26-001304](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001304/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [57 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-myrtle-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install new ductwork for new HVAC system in 1 and 2 Family building | $40,000 | [SM26-000056](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000056/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [65 Pennsylvania Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/65-pennsylvania-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | HVAC Gas Furnace System Installation | $47,665 | [SM26-000097](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000097/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [39 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-franklin-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Electrical | Relocate and replace disconnect for AC condenser. Replace circuit breaker for AC condenser with proper size per manufacturer spec | $550 | [E26-001122](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001122/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [32 Pinckney St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-pinckney-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Installation for a Ufer ground in the new footing for a 400 amp electrical service. | $1,200 | [E26-000995](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000995/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [61 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/61-pearl-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Strip and re roof 300 ft.² flat roof on porch. | $4,890 | [B26-001028](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001028/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [24 Crescent St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-crescent-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | finish rm in basement for home office. 8 recessed lights, 4 switches, 9 outlets, 1 baseboard heater | $2,555 | [E26-000957](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000957/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [57 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-myrtle-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Plumbing | Gas for two furnace, two water heater, gas stoves | Not listed | [G26-000225](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000225/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [57 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-myrtle-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Plumbing | New Plumb 2 family home | Not listed | [P26-000275](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000275/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [65 Pennsylvania Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/65-pennsylvania-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Plumbing | 5 1/2 Bathrooms, 3 Kitchens, 3 Laundries, 3 Gas Water Heaters | Not listed | [P26-000345](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000345/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [65 Pennsylvania Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/65-pennsylvania-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Plumbing | 3 Stoves, 3 Furnaces, 3 Water Heater | Not listed | [G26-000294](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000294/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [4 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-webster-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Kitchen rewire | $4,500 | [E26-000846](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000846/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [4 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-webster-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Full kitchen remodeling | $34,000 | [B26-000731](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000731/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [130 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/130-broadway/) | 0.25 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Rework some ductwork for new partitions | $24,750 | [SM26-000061](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000061/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [4 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-webster-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 window. Like size and no structural changes. | $2,360 | [B26-000681](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000681/) |
| May 31, 2026 | [24 Crescent St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-crescent-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Owens Corning Basement Finishing System. 200S/Q feet. Non - Habitable finished storage. Basement. | $41,886 | [B25-002321](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-002321/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [39 Florence St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-florence-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Roofing | Roof replacement, 15 sq, re-shingle, GAF Timberline HDZ, ice and water, 6 feet shield, tape plywood as needed | $17,212 | [B26-000352](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000352/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [32 Pinckney St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-pinckney-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Relocate the temp service on the property | Not listed | [E26-000695](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000695/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [27 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-franklin-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Other | Stainless steel chimney cap 17x25x12, Installation of cap, Supply and install a 7’’ round stainless steel liner with two tees | $4,711 | [B26-000559](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000559/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [57 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-myrtle-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Electrical | Rewire 2 unit | $18,000 | [E26-000626](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000626/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

We don't list zoning cases for Somerville yet. Look them up on the city's Zoning Board of Appeals page: https://www.somervillema.gov/departments/zoning-board-appeals

## More on this street

Other addresses on Broadway with permits, nearest house number first:

- [52 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/52-broadway/): newest permit Mar 3, 2025
- [44 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-broadway/): newest permit Dec 31, 2024
- [73 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/73-broadway/): newest permit Sep 10, 2025
- [77 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/77-broadway/): newest permit Mar 3, 2026
- [20 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-broadway/): newest permit Nov 3, 2025
- [81 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/81-broadway/): newest permit Jul 22, 2026
- [16 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-broadway/): newest permit May 13, 2025
- [85 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/85-broadway/): newest permit May 27, 2026
- [8 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-broadway/): newest permit Sep 30, 2025
- [96 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-broadway/): newest permit Sep 9, 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 2026-10-08 14:57 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, the one permit at this address and 65 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/50-broadway/