# Building permits at 50 St James Ave, Somerville, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.2M new building at 53 Chester St, permitted Jun 3.

Five permits on record here. The newest, Nov 20, 2025: Bathroom remodel @ 52 St James. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 139 more permits (131 projects) since May 1. Four are for new buildings, the nearest 0.22 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2025 | Electrical | bathroom remodel @ 52 St James | $6,000 | [E25-001778](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001778/) |
| Nov 18, 2025 | Plumbing | remodel 2nd fl bathroom | Not listed | [P25-000678](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P25-000678/) |
| Oct 15, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Bathroom remodeling @ 52 St James Ave | $31,600 | [B25-001696](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001696/) |
| Aug 31, 2023 | Alteration or repair | rubber roof only, remove existing rubber roof instal new insulation boards of half inches new EPDM membrane0.60 screws and pates to attach the insulation new alumium drip edge with cover tape over | $18,000 | [B23-001479](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B23-001479/) |
| Jan 8, 2019 | Electrical | Electrical Upgrades | $16,000 | [E19-000040](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E19-000040/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2026 | [331 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/331-summer-st/) | 140 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace existing fossil fuel furnace with 3 ton air source heat pump | $16,003 | [B26-001146](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001146/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [331 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/331-summer-st/) | 140 ft S | Electrical | Replace existing fossil fuel furnace with 3 ton air source heat pump sm26-000125 | $4,000 | [E26-000954](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000954/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [28 Hawthorne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-hawthorne-st/) | 120 ft NW | Plumbing | Tankless hit water heater replacement | Not listed | [P26-000333](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000333/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [28 Hawthorne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/28-hawthorne-st/) | 120 ft NW | Plumbing | Tankless hit water heater replacement | Not listed | [G26-000285](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000285/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 72 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | [61 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/61-hancock-st/) | 960 ft SE | Electrical | Renovation of bathroom, partial bedroom, hall and office. We will expand the existing bathroom on the third floor and make the necessary adjustments to the hallway, office, and bedroom to comply with the electrical code. | $3,500 | [E26-001492](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001492/) |
| Oct 13, 2026 | [212 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/212-elm-st/) | 900 ft W | Electrical | Replace 4 Transfoermers total of 307.5 KVA | $10,000 | [E26-001485](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001485/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [42 Banks St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-banks-st/) | 570 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove bathroom floor tile and tib surround. Frame new shower. Install new tile to bathroom floor and shower. New plumbing for shower. Reinstall vanity and toilet. | $23,220 | [B26-001454](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001454/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [18 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-windom-st/) | 470 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Ductwork on x1 mini split system | $32,840 | [SM26-000188](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000188/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [12 Lesley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-lesley-ave/) | 800 ft E | Plumbing | Tankless water heater installation | Not listed | [P26-000584](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000584/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [12 Lesley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-lesley-ave/) | 800 ft E | Plumbing | Tankless water heater installation | Not listed | [G26-000457](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000457/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [34 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-willow-ave/) | 420 ft S | Roofing | Remove all roofing materials and install premium Owens Corning roofing materials. Remove all debris. | $27,300 | [B26-001506](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001506/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [96 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-willow-ave/) | 470 ft NE | Plumbing | We replaced the main sewer line in the basement | Not listed | [P26-000572](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000572/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [61 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/61-hancock-st/) | 960 ft SE | Plumbing | remodeling 1 full bathroom 2nd floor | Not listed | [P26-000579](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000579/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [51 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/51-willow-ave/) | 330 ft SE | Plumbing | Relocate 2 gas stoves | Not listed | [G26-000443](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000443/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [18 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-windom-st/) | 470 ft W | Electrical | Replacement of one condenser/air handler and two water heaters. | $2,000 | [E26-001307](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001307/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [212 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/212-elm-st/) | 900 ft W | Alteration or repair | Construction of a Demising Hallway 2nd Fl | $190,750 | [B26-001463](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001463/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [328 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/328-highland-ave/) | 780 ft E | Electrical | Installation and wiring of replacement dual-fuel system into existing ductwork consisting of one condenser, one gas furnace, and one heat pump coil (plumbing to be subcontracted). | $4,357 | [E26-001339](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001339/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [22 Cutter Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-cutter-ave/) | 670 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove the existing deck and reconstruct deck in the same location. | $42,300 | [B26-001248](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001248/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [42 Banks St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-banks-st/) | 570 ft SE | Other | Supply and install 35’ 5" stainless steel liner terminated, Base of chimney (basement) FSB skim coat floor to ceiling, chimney cap | $5,884 | [B26-001443](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001443/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [103 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/103-willow-ave/) | 600 ft NE | Plumbing | Replace Water Heater | Not listed | [P26-000540](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000540/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [103 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/103-willow-ave/) | 600 ft NE | Plumbing | Replace Water Heater | Not listed | [G26-000423](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000423/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [383 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/383-highland-ave/) | 700 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Decking board replacement, Replacement 2 front doors 1 basement basement door 1 back door | $10,892 | [B26-001309](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001309/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 400 ft SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install single Family House HVAC System: two zone duct ductless mini splint system, and two air handler in the second floor,two zones duct and two air handler in the third floor for heat and air conditioner system... | $31,500 | [SM26-000156](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000156/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [212 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/212-elm-st/) | 900 ft W | Alteration or repair | Front door replacement / Glass panel installation | $23,932 | [B26-000892](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000892/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [18 Charnwood Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-charnwood-rd/) | 510 ft SE | Alteration or repair | rebuild the same exactly deck as the existing one | $26,000 | [B26-001336](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001336/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [318 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/318-summer-st/) | 440 ft SE | Other | Backyard block wall | $9,137 | [B26-001164](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001164/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [18 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-windom-st/) | 470 ft W | Plumbing | water heater | Not listed | [P26-000524](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000524/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [18 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-windom-st/) | 470 ft W | Plumbing | water heater | Not listed | [G26-000409](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000409/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [44 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-hancock-st/) | 920 ft SE | Electrical | Replace bathroom fan with Panasonic bath fan and air cycler smart switch for weatherization work. | $1,200 | [E26-001289](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001289/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 400 ft SW | Electrical | Wire a home reno on 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors | $38,500 | [E26-001071](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001071/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [15 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-willow-ave/) | 680 ft S | Plumbing | New gas piping for furnace work | Not listed | [G26-000323](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000323/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [157 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/157-elm-st/) | 660 ft S | Electrical | Install 120v Smoke detectors common areas | $950 | [E26-001169](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001169/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 490 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Replasement of the windows (13) second floor | $9,980 | [B26-001231](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001231/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [11 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-windom-st/) | 450 ft W | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the entire house. In addition to the asphalt roof, al rubber roofs will be replaced as well. Removal and reinstallation of the existing roof deck-Upper rear of home above rubber roof. Rubber Roof Replacement- 4 locations (see diagram in file). Aluminum gutter and down | $27,999 | [B26-001234](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001234/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [6 Henry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/6-henry-ave/) | 610 ft E | Roofing | strip and reroof 18 squares asphalt shingles and remove and replace 2 skylights. no structural changes. | $20,962 | [B26-001230](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001230/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 400 ft SW | Plumbing | Renovation of Plumbing Fixtures | Not listed | [P26-000466](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000466/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [76 Lexington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/76-lexington-ave/) | 960 ft E | Electrical | 20 A dedicated circuit with gfci / afci breaker for the front porch. | $516 | [E26-001137](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001137/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [96 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-willow-ave/) | 470 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Replacing 13 existing support columns with new support columns to stabilize the floor system above utilizing existing footings if applicable. | $45,860 | [B26-001081](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001081/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [318 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/318-summer-st/) | 440 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Rebuilding back yard decks for 2 units | $47,590 | [B26-000406](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000406/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [48 Banks St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-banks-st/) | 520 ft SE | Plumbing | Water heater replacement | Not listed | [P26-000446](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000446/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [48 Banks St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-banks-st/) | 520 ft SE | Plumbing | Water heater replacement | Not listed | [G26-000359](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000359/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [48 Banks St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-banks-st/) | 520 ft SE | Plumbing | Water heater replacement | Not listed | [P26-000400](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000400/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [48 Banks St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-banks-st/) | 520 ft SE | Plumbing | Water heater replacement | Not listed | [G26-000328](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000328/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 490 ft SW | Electrical | wiring two kitchen in two fmily house | $7,600 | [E26-001051](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001051/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [15 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-willow-ave/) | 680 ft S | Electrical | Upgrade service from 100A to 300A, wire in 2 mini split systems. Refeed existing sub panel | $6,200 | [E25-001878](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001878/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [297 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/297-summer-st/) | 790 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 854317) Unit 3 | $4,000 | [B26-000967](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000967/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [297 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/297-summer-st/) | 790 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 859709, 865782) ( Unit 1,2 ) | $14,000 | [B26-001024](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001024/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 400 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Strip and replace vinyl siding on the 1st and 2nd floor and re-side with double 4 clapboard style vinyl siding | $44,590 | [B26-001085](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001085/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [15 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-elston-st/) | 400 ft SW | Electrical | Siding is being replaced. Disconnect and reconnect outside lights and service | $1,500 | [E26-001070](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001070/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [354 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/354-highland-ave/) | 310 ft NE | Electrical | 3rd floor bathroom addition | $3,000 | [E26-001032](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001032/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [298 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/298-summer-st/) | 800 ft SE | Electrical | 400A Multi-family Service Upgrade- Provide and install the following: • Milbank U5882-X-BL 2-position meter socket enclosure including (2) 200A main breakers per dwelling (no common). • Complete load calculation for building dept. per Haverhill and utility requirements. • 600kcmil aluminum fee | $16,000 | [E26-000895](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000895/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [21 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-windom-st/) | 360 ft W | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. We need space for our 24' box truck. | $4,582 | [B24-000037](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-000037/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 490 ft SW | Plumbing | renovation bathroom and kitchen | Not listed | [P26-000407](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000407/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [354 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/354-highland-ave/) | 310 ft NE | Plumbing | Add plumbing for third floor bath. | Not listed | [P26-000389](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000389/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [7 Windom St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-windom-st/) | 490 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Kitchen & bathroom renovation (1 st floor). Kitchen renovation( 2 nd floor) | $78,400 | [B26-000851](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000851/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [22 Charnwood Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-charnwood-rd/) | 550 ft SE | Plumbing | finish plumbing | Not listed | [P26-000385](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000385/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [9 Charnwood Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-charnwood-rd/) | 390 ft SE | Plumbing | Kitchen remodel: moving sink, dishwasher, refrigerator (icemaker line) and stove (separate gas permit to be filed). Re-roughing as needed. | Not listed | [P26-000386](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000386/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [9 Charnwood Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-charnwood-rd/) | 390 ft SE | Plumbing | Kitchen remodel: Disconnect, move and reconnect 1 gas stove. Re-rough as necessary. | Not listed | [G26-000319](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000319/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [29a Windsor Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29a-windsor-rd/) | 530 ft E | Electrical | Install one 20 amp disconnect and replace the existing 100 amp electrical panel. | $1,600 | [E26-000882](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000882/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [102 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/102-hancock-st/) | 940 ft E | Electrical | Change 2 family service from 100 amps to a 200 amp service (100 per unit) and add a 100 amp meter and panel for public area | $8,000 | [E26-000942](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000942/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [47 Burnside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/47-burnside-ave/) | 840 ft SE | Electrical | Service Upgrade from 100 to 400 amp service with adding of public. No additional loads to home, service is for future preparation. First floor 200, second floor 200 and public 60. | $10,000 | [E26-000729](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000729/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [32 Ellington Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-ellington-rd/) | 850 ft NW | Plumbing | Repair / Replacement of Existing Gas Piping and Test. | Not listed | [G26-000228](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000228/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [103 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/103-willow-ave/) | 600 ft NE | Plumbing | Correct violation file #: 25-027672: kitchen renovation, 2 bathrooms renovation, laundry room. “ The previous owner applied for a permit with a different contractor, but never obtained the permit or had the work inspected. The new owner purchased the property and intends to apply for permits in go | Not listed | [P26-000354](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000354/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [103 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/103-willow-ave/) | 600 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Correct violation file #: 25-027672: kitchen renovation, 2 bathrooms renovation, laundry room, installation of flooring over the existing floor in 3 rooms, following electrical and plumbing work. “ The previous owner applied for a permit with a different contractor, but never obtained the permit o | $30,000 | [B26-000706](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000706/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [89 Lexington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/89-lexington-ave/) | 900 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remove/replace 10 existing windows. No structural work being done. | $12,972 | [B26-000838](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000838/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [106 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/106-hancock-st/) | 960 ft E | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the entire house. | $28,999 | [B26-000834](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000834/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [79 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/79-hancock-st/) | 930 ft SE | Alteration or repair | WITHDRAWN PER APPLICANT SEE ATTACHED LETTER - JS 8/14/26 Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 855873) ( Unit 79) | $2,000 | [B26-000810](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000810/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [103 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/103-willow-ave/) | 600 ft NE | Electrical | full kitchen, 2 bathroom, 1 laundry | $3,000 | [E26-000783](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000783/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [40 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40-willow-ave/) | 340 ft S | Plumbing | replacement of natural gas water heater | Not listed | [G26-000278](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000278/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [35 Hawthorne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-hawthorne-st/) | 280 ft N | Plumbing | Basement gas furnace | Not listed | [G26-000275](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000275/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [299 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/299-summer-st/) | 750 ft SE | Electrical | Rear Decks. add 1 outlet on each deck per code | $720 | [E26-000806](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000806/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [354 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/354-highland-ave/) | 310 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Add a 3rd floor bathroom with a Dormer | $97,792 | [B26-000671](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000671/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [11 Henry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-henry-ave/) | 720 ft E | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation & Air Sealing. No Structural Changes. | $8,777 | [B26-000631](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000631/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [5-7 Henry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5--7-henry-ave/) | 690 ft E | Alteration or repair | install new storm door and hardware. Provide minor adjustments to main entry door to allow for better closing. | $1,762 | [B25-001774](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001774/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [360 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/360-summer-st/) | 540 ft W | Electrical | Install, terminate, test, and label 22 plenum rated category 6 cable locations and clean up existiing cabling WORK @ 362 SUMMER ST | $6,000 | [E26-000650](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000650/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [16 Elston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-elston-st/) | 430 ft SW | Plumbing | Installing furnace | Not listed | [G26-000229](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000229/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 63 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [53 Cherry St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-cherry-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | Demo / Make-Safe Electrical for Construction | $300 | [E26-001384](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001384/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [74 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-morrison-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Rooftop solar installation consisting of (23) Solar panels and (23) Enphase microinverters, and an energy storage system consisting of (1) Frankllin APower2 to be installed on exterior of building. | $45,316 | [E26-001284](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001284/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [74 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-morrison-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Solar | Rooftop solar installation consisting of (23) Solar panels and (23) Enphase microinverters, and an energy storage system consisting of (1) Frankllin APower2 to be installed on exterior of building. | $51,750 | [B26-001397](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001397/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [94 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/94-morrison-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Gas meter #3 locked out, leak on gauge fixed and holding. | Not listed | [G26-000455](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000455/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [9 Fairlee St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-fairlee-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | Wire a gas fed Trane furnace. | $800 | [E26-001441](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001441/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | plumbing for new building with basement a two floors | Not listed | [P26-000564](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000564/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [53 Cherry St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-cherry-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Expletory demolition of walls, ceilings, windows, chimney removal, debris and siding removal to determine condition of structure of bearing and non bearing walls. | $25,000 | [B26-001483](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001483/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [66 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/66-morrison-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | Wire New Hot Water Heater | $1,000 | [E26-001361](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001361/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [87 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/87-orchard-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Roofing | Re-roof flat roof and re-build adjoining roof deck in kind. | $21,700 | [B26-001432](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001432/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [36 Cherry St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-cherry-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Rooftop solar installation 29 panels 13.340kw dc | $35,203 | [E26-001316](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001316/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [66 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/66-morrison-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Remove existing gas water heater and install new HPWH | Not listed | [P26-000528](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000528/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [403 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/403-highland-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Sign | Replace signs for "santander": (replace wall sign @ 34.4 SQ ft) (reface projecting sign @ 9 SQ ft). Internally illuminated. UL#T60051853 | Not listed | [B26-001254](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001254/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [403 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/403-highland-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Make final high voltage connections to sign | $2,500 | [E26-001291](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001291/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [37 Winslow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-winslow-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Move out overhead service pipe for siding repairs | $1,600 | [E26-001258](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001258/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.22 mi N | New building | New Rear Cottage -Foundation only permit B26-000588 | $650,000 | [B26-000516](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000516/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [63 Winslow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/63-winslow-ave/) | 0.19 mi N | Alteration or repair | porch structural beam replacement | $10,369 | [B26-001312](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001312/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [18 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-hancock-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 2 Mini Split with 4 heads, 2 Condensers. | $40,000 | [SM26-000132](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000132/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [48 Spencer Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-spencer-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | install 8 replacement windows. no structural changes. | $8,715 | [B26-001285](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001285/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [66 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/66-morrison-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Gutter Cleaning, Tightening, and Caulking on all gutters on the property. White PVC Fascia board replacement on the back right of the home. Rubber Roof Replacement on the back right of the home over back door. Rubber Roof inspection and sealant on visible holes and tears. | $4,399 | [B26-001235](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001235/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [37 Winslow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-winslow-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Roofing | Removal and eplacement of some rotted sections of wood shingle around the house. | $27,000 | [B26-001197](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001197/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [50 Spencer Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/50-spencer-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | 100 to 200 amp service upgrade | $8,500 | [E26-001145](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001145/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [73 Cherry St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/73-cherry-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Addition | Rooftop solar installation 27 panels 12.150 kw dc | $60,750 | [B26-001105](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001105/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [18 Hancock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-hancock-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Install 2 3 tons mini Split | $1,800 | [E26-001080](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001080/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [45 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-grove-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Install new James Hardie fiber cement siding and exterior trim, including fascia boards, soffits, corner boards, and window and door trim. Install 32 new windows and related flashing. Install weather-resistant barrier and waterproofing system as required. Repair and restore front porch and balcony,  | $113,500 | [B26-000989](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000989/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | complete electrical installation for new adu | $25,000 | [E26-000861](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000861/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [73 Cherry St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/73-cherry-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | Rooftop solar installation 27 panels 12.150 kw dc | $28,340 | [E26-001014](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001014/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [7 Newberne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-newberne-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Running 3 dedicated circuits for outlet, fan/light/heat combo with the heating circuit being dedicated and a lighting circuit WORK @ 9 NEWBERNE | $2,200 | [E26-001025](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001025/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [246 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/246-elm-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Sign | Remove the old sign, replace a new channel letter sign and existing blade sign refacing only. | Not listed | [B26-000665](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000665/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [57 Cherry St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-cherry-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | A gut rehab of an existing 2-unit residential house to a 3-unit residential house. Unit-1 will consist of 3 bedrooms with 2 of the bedrooms in basement and one bedroom on the 1st floor. Unit-2 will consist of 2 bedrroms and Unit-3 will consist of 2 bedrooms. | $625,000 | [B26-000554](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000554/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [3 Cottage Cir](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-cottage-cir/) | 0.21 mi W | Electrical | Second floor bathroom complete wiring. | $2,500 | [E26-001011](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001011/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [163 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-morrison-ave/) | 0.22 mi N | New building | New Foundation for ADU (Rear Cottage) -Construction permit B26-000516 | $20,000 | [B26-000588](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000588/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [3 Fairlee St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-fairlee-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of new central heating and cooling system with gas furnace and AC. | $25,000 | [SM26-000103](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000103/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [7 Newberne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-newberne-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | In their 1st floor bathroom we are replacing their bath vent fan combo with heat & replacing/moving up vanity light bar WORK @ 9 NEWBERNE | $2,700 | [E26-000670](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000670/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [57 Cherry St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-cherry-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | Wiring 3 family | $25,000 | [E26-000866](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000866/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [236 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/236-elm-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Replace roof top unit | $2,000 | [E24-001579](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E24-001579/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [10 Burnside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-burnside-ave/) | 0.20 mi S | Roofing | roof replacement | $30,000 | [B26-000927](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000927/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [3 Cottage Cir](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-cottage-cir/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing | Bath remodel | Not listed | [P26-000390](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000390/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [45 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-grove-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | SIDING, replacing 2 lights and adding 2 exterior receptacles. | $1,800 | [E26-000699](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000699/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [315 Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/315-highland-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Install a sub panel,EV charger and load management system. | $3,500 | [E26-000933](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000933/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [48 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-chester-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Plumbing | Replace bathroom fixtures | Not listed | [P26-000369](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000369/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [48 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-chester-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Electrical | First floor bathroom rewire | $1,000 | [E26-000902](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000902/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [102 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/102-morrison-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Demolition of exisiting staircase. Build new staircase. Removal and infilling of 2 windows. | $32,260 | [B26-000738](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000738/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [19 Burnside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-burnside-ave/) | 0.20 mi S | Plumbing | repair gas leak near meter | Not listed | [G26-000310](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000310/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [236 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/236-elm-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Sign | Remove existing aluminum sign faces from non-illuminated wall cabinet and blade sign. Install new, same materials, new logo and colors. Buffalo exhange | Not listed | [B26-000816](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000816/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [3 Cottage Cir](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-cottage-cir/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | remodel existing 2nd floor bathroom same layout to remain | $49,480 | [B26-000459](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000459/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [88 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/88-orchard-st/) | 0.23 mi W | New building | build a foundation only in preparation for garage (see permit application B26-000662) | $47,268 | [B26-000743](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000743/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [88 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/88-orchard-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Addition | Rebuild garage in altered footprin -FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B26-000743 | $179,413 | [B26-000662](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000662/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [88 Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/88-orchard-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Electrical | Wiring a new garage will be installed Lights and plugs and sconce lights | $6,000 | [E26-000762](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000762/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [53 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-chester-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | New building | Proposed 4-story building with 3 dwelling units, ground-story commercial, and 3 parking spaces. Associated with zp24-000054 & zp24-000055 foundation only permit b25-002006 | $2,184,000 | [B25-001926](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001926/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [246 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/246-elm-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | 6x tv outlets and 1x recessed light | $2,000 | [E26-000759](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000759/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [163 Willow Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/163-willow-ave/) | 0.25 mi NE | Electrical | Kitchen rewire | $4,400 | [E26-000725](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000725/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [19 Cottage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-cottage-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | siding permit WORK @ 17 & 19 COTTAGE | $850 | [E26-000263](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000263/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-chester-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Redoing 1st floor bathroom, changing tub to a shower, drain adjusted to code, redo electrical bring up to code GFCI, toilet changed to a water efficient unit, vanity changed to a newer model, existing radiator to remain, new Panasonic whisper fan exhausted to exterior, tiles on floor and walls redon | $42,000 | [B26-000678](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000678/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [53 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-chester-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Underground service 400 amps | $3,000 | [E26-000714](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000714/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [36 Cherry St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-cherry-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Epdm membrane replacement - back roof // tapered insulation 1/8" slope // post pitch pocket flashing | $7,937 | [B26-000693](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000693/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [7 Newberne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-newberne-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Tub to tub conversion in 1st floor bathroom, tempered glass window replacement, install flooring, plaster & paint @ 9 Newberne St | $42,800 | [B26-000651](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000651/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [45 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-grove-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Removal of two layers of asbestos siding cement and wood siding | $20,600 | [B26-000640](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000640/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [131 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/131-morrison-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Remove old metal on mansard ledges and two bay windows. Install ice and watershield. Install copper metal on ledges and bay window roofs.Install 35 roof slates on the mansard areas. | $14,875 | [B26-000636](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000636/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [11 Burnside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-burnside-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. Doing Unit 2 only | $7,000 | [B26-000650](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000650/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [55 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-grove-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | Add 4 outlets in the porch | $1,000 | [E26-000681](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000681/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [131 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/131-morrison-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on TOP roof of home (only) | $13,479 | [B26-000610](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000610/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [73 Morrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/73-morrison-ave/) | 0.25 mi NE | Electrical | air handler wiring and thermostat | $1,950 | [E26-000367](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000367/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [7 Newberne St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-newberne-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Plumbing | Tub to tub conversion in 1st floor bathroom, replace lav & toilet | Not listed | [P26-000270](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000270/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

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

- [19 St James Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19-st-james-ave/): newest permit Sep 8, 2025
- [5 St James Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/5-st-james-ave/): newest permit Apr 1, 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 2026-10-17 20:58 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 5 permits at this address and 139 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/50-st-james-ave/