# Building permits at 65 Putnam Rd, Somerville, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $4.3M new building at 9 Taylor St, permitted May 28.

11 permits on record here. The newest, Nov 27, 2024: Install (1) heat pump and (3) mini-split wall heads. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 59 more permits (58 projects) since May 1. Three are for new buildings, the nearest 300 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 27, 2024 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install (1) heat pump and (3) mini-split wall heads. | $16,112 | [B24-002045](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-002045/) |
| Nov 15, 2024 | Electrical | Wiring of (1) heat pump, (3) mini-split heads, and (1) HPWH | $5,371 | [E24-001833](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E24-001833/) |
| Nov 7, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $11,288 | [B24-001937](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-001937/) |
| Nov 27, 2023 | Electrical | Upgrade service to 400 AMPS | $6,900 | [E23-001880](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E23-001880/) |
| Aug 10, 2018 | Electrical | Wire 3 season porch | $750 | [E18-001355](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E18-001355/) |
| Jun 19, 2018 | Alteration or repair | replace existing side porches keep same size. Save roof and framing. close off second floor 3 walls with 4 windows. | $25,400 | [B17-001897](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B17-001897/) |
| Nov 15, 2017 | Roofing | strip and re-roof asphalt shingles | $11,140 | [B17-002151](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B17-002151/) |
| Sep 14, 2016 | Electrical | Rewire first floor apartment to code. Replace existing panel | $7,500 | [E16-001546](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E16-001546/) |
| Sep 12, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Reframe floor of existing front porch and support porch above. Dig for new footings four feet deep. Install new plywood and replace rotten trim and lattice. | $19,400 | [B16-001498](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B16-001498/) |
| Dec 11, 2015 | Plumbing | Replace gas stove in #2 | Not listed | [G15-001082](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G15-001082/) |
| Sep 21, 2015 | Plumbing | over pressurized | Not listed | [G15-000602](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G15-000602/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

59 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 28, 2026 | [54 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-putnam-rd/) | 170 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remove front decks, dig & pour 2 new footings, rebuild front deck, install privacy lattice on sides of front deck only, reinstall any siding removed for deck replacement only. | $7,000 | [B26-001293](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001293/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [70 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/70-putnam-rd/) | 120 ft W | Electrical | Upgrade service on 2 family from a 100 to 200 amps and add public meter | $6,000 | [E26-001002](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001002/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [69 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/69-putnam-rd/) | 50 ft NW | Electrical | 71 Putnam rd(second floor) wore two bedrooms, kitchen living room, bathroom and dining room up to code add a sub panel in the unit | $11,000 | [E26-000350](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000350/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [69 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/69-putnam-rd/) | 50 ft NW | Plumbing | Remodel Bathroom Kitchen & Laundry | Not listed | [P26-000307](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000307/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [9 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-crest-hill-rd/) | 300 ft NE | New building | Construct backyard cottage -Foundation only permit B26-000577 | $150,000 | [B26-000576](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000576/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [9 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-crest-hill-rd/) | 300 ft NE | Electrical | Wire new construction cottage | $10,000 | [E26-001397](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001397/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [9 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-crest-hill-rd/) | 300 ft NE | Electrical | Complete wiring of 3 family | $30,000 | [E26-000702](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000702/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [9 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-crest-hill-rd/) | 300 ft NE | Plumbing | New ADU home in the back of lot | Not listed | [P26-000561](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000561/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [90 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/90-putnam-rd/) | 290 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Furnish & install (2) new lg red high efficiency heat pumps | $47,850 | [SM26-000175](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000175/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [57 Puritan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-puritan-rd/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | remove and replace meter socket for vinyl siding | $500 | [E26-001325](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001325/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [69 Governor Winthrop Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/69-governor-winthrop-rd/) | 480 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of new central heating and cooling system and ERV | $55,500 | [SM26-000183](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000183/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [61 Puritan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/61-puritan-rd/) | 280 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Removal of three decks and their attached staircases. | $3,500 | [B26-001207](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001207/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [39 Puritan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-puritan-rd/) | 530 ft S | Electrical | 400amp service upgrade for 2 family with new public - 200amp to unit 37 - 200amp to unit 39- 60amp pubic | $10,000 | [E26-001315](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001315/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [125 Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/125-shore-dr/) | 450 ft NE | Solar | Installation of an interconnected rooftop pv system. 23 panels 9.43 kw dc. No ESS. No structrual upgrades required. | $47,150 | [B26-001272](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001272/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [75 Ten Hills Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/75-ten-hills-rd/) | 580 ft SE | Roofing | Strip and re-roof | $21,860 | [B26-001400](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001400/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [139 Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/139-shore-dr/) | 580 ft E | Electrical | Installing outdoor outlet | $500 | [E26-001299](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001299/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [89 Ten Hills Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/89-ten-hills-rd/) | 420 ft E | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 882378, 882376) ( Unit 89 and Unit 91) | $16,418 | [B26-001378](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001378/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [97 Governor Winthrop Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-governor-winthrop-rd/) | 370 ft W | Alteration or repair | 2nd floor bathroom - Replace bathtub, vanity and toilet. No structural change. Shower walls, Window kit | $38,011 | [B26-001206](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001206/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [224 Fellsway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/224-fellsway/) | 600 ft E | Alteration or repair | 19 Windows and 2 patio Door Replacement | $92,857 | [B26-001343](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001343/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [9 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-crest-hill-rd/) | 300 ft NE | Plumbing | remodel a three family home | Not listed | [P26-000498](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000498/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [9 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-crest-hill-rd/) | 300 ft NE | Plumbing | Gas pipe appliances three family | Not listed | [G26-000389](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000389/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [139 Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/139-shore-dr/) | 580 ft E | Alteration or repair | Repair and replacement of the existing exterior stairs and associated stair landing. The intent is to maintain the existing stair location, layout, and dimensions while replacing deteriorated and structurally unsound components | $6,300 | [B26-001156](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001156/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [97 Governor Winthrop Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-governor-winthrop-rd/) | 370 ft W | Electrical | Replace vanity light | $5,000 | [E26-001225](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001225/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [125 Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/125-shore-dr/) | 450 ft NE | Electrical | Installation of an interconnected rooftop pv system. 23 panels 9.43 kw dc. No structural no ESS | $64,364 | [E26-001163](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001163/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [90 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/90-putnam-rd/) | 290 ft NW | Plumbing | Install water and drainage lines to first second and third floor bathroom.First and second floor kitchen. | Not listed | [P26-000478](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000478/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [133 Bailey Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/133-bailey-rd/) | 740 ft W | Plumbing | Gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000366](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000366/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [27 Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-shore-dr/) | 750 ft W | Electrical | service upgrade from 100-200 | $5,000 | [E26-001157](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001157/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [15 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-crest-hill-rd/) | 340 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Replace Three Lally Column | $3,265 | [B26-001103](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001103/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [93 Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/93-shore-dr/) | 360 ft N | Electrical | New electrical service to new roadway light poles. | $71,600 | [E26-001098](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001098/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [97 Governor Winthrop Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-governor-winthrop-rd/) | 370 ft W | Plumbing | 2nd floor bathroom - Replace bathtub, vanity and toilet. No structural change. (Other is a valve) | Not listed | [P26-000438](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000438/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [9 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-crest-hill-rd/) | 300 ft NE | New building | Backyard cottage foundation only -Construction permit B26-000576 | $20,000 | [B26-000577](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000577/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [9 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-crest-hill-rd/) | 300 ft NE | Electrical | Ground wire for foundation | $20,000 | [E26-001100](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001100/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [96 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-putnam-rd/) | 330 ft NW | Alteration or repair | install 22 replacement windows. no structural changes. bathroom window is tempered. | $82,762 | [B26-001052](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001052/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [69 Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/69-shore-dr/) | 340 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 2 windows. Like sizes and no structural changes. | $9,989 | [B26-001014](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001014/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [90 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/90-putnam-rd/) | 290 ft NW | Electrical | Remodeling, full kitchen, 2 full bathrooms, living and dining relocation plugs and add recessed lights and Laudry relocation | $30,000 | [E26-000609](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000609/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [9 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-crest-hill-rd/) | 300 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Convert 2 family to triple change to description removing ADU 6/17/26 | $500,000 | [B26-000575](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000575/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [147 Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/147-shore-dr/) | 660 ft E | Alteration or repair | Installation of (16) Casement Windows, (5) Casement Picture Windows, and (1) 2 Panel Sliding French Door. All Like-for-Like with no structural changes | $72,916 | [B26-000722](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000722/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [38 Ten Hills Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-ten-hills-rd/) | 960 ft SE | Electrical | Install a common meter, disconnect and 100 amp house panel. | $10,000 | [E26-000817](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000817/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [15 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-crest-hill-rd/) | 340 ft NE | Electrical | Siding replacement electrical permit | $1,500 | [E26-000737](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000737/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [15 Crest Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-crest-hill-rd/) | 340 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install 19 Windows and Vinyl Siding | $88,796 | [B26-000686](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000686/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [14 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-putnam-rd/) | 630 ft SE | Electrical | Upgrade service from 200 to 400 WORK @ 14-16 PUTNAM RD | $8,500 | [E26-000340](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000340/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [90 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/90-putnam-rd/) | 290 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Raise ridge height on part of exisitng finished 3rd floor, remodel 3f, insulate roof. Remodel 2nd floor- no envelope upgrades, interior remodeling only. Update HVAC. Rebuild existing rear deck as per plans. | $876,576 | [B26-000501](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000501/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [15 Governor Winthrop Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-governor-winthrop-rd/) | 990 ft S | Plumbing | Install (2) Water Heaters | Not listed | [P26-000279](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000279/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [15 Governor Winthrop Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-governor-winthrop-rd/) | 990 ft S | Plumbing | Install (2) Water Heaters | Not listed | [G26-000230](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000230/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [61 Puritan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/61-puritan-rd/) | 280 ft S | Alteration or repair | Clean Joe will be removing all affected drywalls, ceilings, and floors to clean up and prevent further damages. Interior finishes only. | $47,000 | [B26-000534](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000534/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [9 Taylor St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-taylor-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | 34 new units | $598,000 | [E26-000046](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000046/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [422 Mystic Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/422-mystic-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | swap antennas at existing wireless communications site | $242,000 | [B26-001287](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001287/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [422 Mystic Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/422-mystic-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Grounding at RRH and antenna locations. | Not listed | [E26-001280](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001280/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [9 Taylor St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-taylor-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) | installation of heating and ac for 34 unit apartment building | $549,580 | [SM26-000112](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000112/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [119 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/119-temple-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Replace existing front porch due to wear and tear, replace one door by window | $18,000 | [B26-001157](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001157/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [10 Ten Hills Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-ten-hills-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Roofing | Asphalt shingle roofing replacement 27 SQ // | $23,220 | [B26-001135](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001135/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [100 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/100-temple-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Establishing change of use of the basement space from existing function hall to adult day care, no work is being performed | $500 | [B26-000728](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000728/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [408 Mystic Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/408-mystic-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Repointing masonry work to side of building and replacing existing store front glass with new glass. No changes to face of building or dimensions to the storefront - MASONRY WORK NOT BEING COMPLETED AS OF 5/20/26 | $55,000 | [B24-000960](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-000960/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [175 Fellsway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/175-fellsway/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | Somerville District Court - Install new DGP, (3) CTs, CAT6 from gas meter to DGP, wire 18/4 to new DPG. Sour136x | $4,800 | [E26-000800](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000800/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [9 Taylor St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-taylor-st/) | 0.24 mi S | New building | New construction 34 unit apartment building in UR - ZP24-000015 | $4,324,825 | [B24-001896](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-001896/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [422 Mystic Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/422-mystic-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Install new 125A branch circuit to feed new T-Mobile equipment cabinet. | $10,000 | [E26-000746](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000746/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [422 Mystic Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/422-mystic-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Modification of wireless facility, removing 6 antennas, swapping 3 antennas for like kind. Removing and swapping associated radio equipment as per plans | $112,000 | [B26-000347](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000347/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [460c Mystic Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/460c-mystic-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Sign | Installing Exterior Illuminated Sign @ 120 Temple St | Not listed | [B26-000523](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000523/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [480 Mystic Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/480-mystic-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | Unit 106. Replacement of 2 light fixtures damaged by water. | $500 | [E26-000642](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000642/) |

## More on this street

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

- [66 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/66-putnam-rd/): newest permit Nov 10, 2025
- [69 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/69-putnam-rd/): newest permit May 28, 2026
- [70 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/70-putnam-rd/): newest permit Jul 14, 2026
- [54 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-putnam-rd/): newest permit Aug 28, 2026
- [76 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/76-putnam-rd/): newest permit Jan 23, 2025
- [53 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-putnam-rd/): newest permit Feb 11, 2025
- [51 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/51-putnam-rd/): newest permit Jan 20, 2026
- [49 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/49-putnam-rd/): newest permit Dec 19, 2025
- [82 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/82-putnam-rd/): newest permit Mar 19, 2026
- [85 Putnam Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/85-putnam-rd/): newest permit Nov 24, 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 2026-10-07 14:48 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 11 permits at this address and 59 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/65-putnam-rd/