# Building permits at 8 Porter St, Somerville, MA

29 Lowell St: demolition permitted May 11, a new building Sep 9.

Three permits on record here. The newest, Apr 16, 2025: Replace existing 2 gang meter bank w/a new 3 gang meter bank ( adding a public meter) new grounding system. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 119 more permits (115 projects) since May 1. Five are for new buildings, the nearest 830 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2025 | Electrical | Replace existing 2 gang meter bank w/a new 3 gang meter bank ( adding a public meter) new grounding system installing 3 new 125 ano syb oabek ib tgew basenebt w.all associated breaker and spd | $9,000 | [E25-000527](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000527/) |
| Nov 19, 2020 | Roofing | Remove and dispose of shingles on roof and install new | $5,000 | [B20-001715](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B20-001715/) |
| Dec 27, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Nstall 8 square of vinyl siding to right side of house only no structural changes; no E | $9,750 | [B17-002422](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B17-002422/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

119 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [10 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-porter-st/) | 40 ft N | Roofing | Zen Contracting, LLC shall furnish all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, permits, and disposal necessary to perform the roofing replacement work described in this Agreement. The contracted roofing work consists of approximately: • 12 squares of rubber roofing • 3 squares of asphalt shing | $19,400 | [B26-001549](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001549/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [12 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-porter-st/) | 70 ft NE | Roofing | New roof | $18,650 | [B26-001492](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001492/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [23 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-elm-st/) | 210 ft NW | Plumbing | Replace the existing water heater | Not listed | [P26-000450](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000450/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [9 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-porter-st/) | 110 ft E | Alteration or repair | install 19 replacement windows. no structural changes. 2 bathroom windows and staircase window are tempered. | $30,445 | [B26-000717](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000717/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [17 Stanford Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/17-stanford-terr/) | 590 ft S | Alteration or repair | Weatherization and air sealing with the Mass Save Program. No structural changes. | $4,304 | [B26-001583](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001583/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [29 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-lowell-st/) | 830 ft SE | Plumbing | all plumbing work for 3 family home | Not listed | [P26-000575](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000575/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [21 Cedar St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-cedar-st/) | 840 ft N | Plumbing | Replacement of Existing Hot Water Heater and Existing Cross Connection Device. | Not listed | [P26-000539](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000539/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [21 Cedar St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-cedar-st/) | 840 ft N | Plumbing | Replacement of Existing Boiler and Existing Hot Water Heater. | Not listed | [G26-000421](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000421/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [59 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/59-elm-st/) | 820 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of replacement furnace | $9,685 | [SM26-000025](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000025/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [737 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/737-somerville-ave/) | 390 ft W | Electrical | Install 19 110v smokes throughout 3 units | $2,000 | [E26-001366](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001366/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [9 Carver St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-carver-st/) | 590 ft N | Alteration or repair | (homeowner's permit) - remove existing flooring and replace with3/4 tongue and groove plywood | $4,000 | [B26-001428](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001428/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [29 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-lowell-st/) | 830 ft SE | New building | New Construction Backyard Cottage -Foundation only permit B26-000580 | $380,000 | [B26-000573](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000573/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [12 Mossland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-mossland-st/) | 790 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 2 HVAC systems Heat Pump. 1 located in the basement with 2 zones, and 1 located in the attic | $14,000 | [SM26-000170](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000170/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [24 Miller St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-miller-st/) | 810 ft S | Electrical | Inspect and close out permit E19-001814 | $1,000 | [E26-001306](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001306/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [7 Craigie Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-craigie-terr/) | 290 ft SE | Electrical | bring dryer circuit up to code | $850 | [E26-001296](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001296/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [29 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-lowell-st/) | 830 ft SE | Electrical | Ufer ground | $1,000 | [E26-001286](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001286/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [29 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-lowell-st/) | 830 ft SE | Electrical | Ufer ground | $1,500 | [E26-000997](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000997/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [14 Mossland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-mossland-st/) | 780 ft NW | Plumbing | rough plumbing | Not listed | [P26-000515](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000515/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [12 Mossland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-mossland-st/) | 790 ft NW | Plumbing | rough plumbing | Not listed | [P26-000514](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000514/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [14 Mossland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-mossland-st/) | 780 ft NW | Plumbing | Two Fireplaces, 1 Stove, 1 Water Heater | Not listed | [G26-000402](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000402/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [12 Mossland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-mossland-st/) | 790 ft NW | Plumbing | Two Fireplaces, 1 Stove, 1 Water Heater | Not listed | [G26-000401](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000401/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [61 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/61-elm-st/) | 850 ft NW | Fence, wall or deck | (Homeowner Permit) Repair front masonry stairs and landing, install stone veneer on stairs, front foundation, and front retaining wall, and repave existing asphalt driveway. | $46,000 | [B26-001311](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001311/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [21 Cedar St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-cedar-st/) | 840 ft N | Electrical | Wiring replacement for a gas boiler. | $500 | [E26-001239](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001239/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [10 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-lowell-st/) | 760 ft SE | Plumbing | Bathroom remodeling | Not listed | [P26-000500](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000500/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [9 Adelaide Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-adelaide-rd/) | 530 ft W | Electrical | Install A/C condenser 40 amp | $1,800 | [E25-000132](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000132/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [55 Craigie St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-craigie-st/) | 710 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove existing Kitchen & Install New Kitchen (same location & footprint) | $12,000 | [B26-001147](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001147/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [27 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-porter-st/) | 480 ft NE | Electrical | Install a Fire alarm system | $10,000 | [E26-001111](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001111/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [10 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-lowell-st/) | 760 ft SE | Electrical | Bathroom renovation | $1,000 | [E26-001142](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001142/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [35 Ibbetson St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-ibbetson-st/) | 660 ft E | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $11,000 | [B26-001162](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001162/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [29 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-lowell-st/) | 830 ft SE | Plumbing | Plumbing work for single family home | Not listed | [P26-000429](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000429/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [12 Mossland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-mossland-st/) | 790 ft NW | Electrical | Complete wiring of 2 family dwelling | $30,000 | [E26-000696](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000696/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [10 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-lowell-st/) | 760 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom Remodel - no layout changes | $26,750 | [B26-001100](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001100/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [55 Craigie St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-craigie-st/) | 710 ft E | Electrical | Add Sub Panel, Range,Hood,Washer,Dryer | $5,500 | [E26-001079](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001079/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [12 Greenwood Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-greenwood-terr/) | 440 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $9,882 | [B26-001087](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001087/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [95 Prentiss St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/95-prentiss-st/) | 770 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of one new air source Bosch ducted heat pump in place of existing gas furnace. | $15,366 | [SM26-000115](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000115/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [30 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-belmont-st/) | 940 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove & replace 21 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $64,365 | [B26-000962](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000962/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [23 Ibbetson St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-ibbetson-st/) | 650 ft SE | Alteration or repair | DEMO AND ASBESTOS ABATEMENT TO BE DONE BY OTHERS first floor bathroom water damage from stack. We will put all back in the same locations tile wall prep for shower and floor,insulation,drywall. Grout and sealer,prime and paint. and all the fixtures go backwe will put | $28,808 | [B26-000793](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000793/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [23 Ibbetson St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-ibbetson-st/) | 650 ft SE | Electrical | Bathroom: rewire bathroom, install exhaust fan, 3 switches vanity light and outlet. Relocate splice to basement and cut out existing deenergized knob and tube. | $2,700 | [E26-000972](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000972/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [23 Ibbetson St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/23-ibbetson-st/) | 650 ft SE | Other | Asbestos Removal | $4,250 | [B26-000961](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000961/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [49 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/49-elm-st/) | 570 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Install 2 Ton Custom Comfort Heat Pump/Condenser at Ground Level on the Right Side of the House and Matching Coil in Second Floor Utility Closet | $14,634 | [B25-001126](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001126/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [55 Craigie St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-craigie-st/) | 710 ft E | Electrical | Rewire Kitchen and Bath,add Sub panel | $7,000 | [E26-000941](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000941/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [321 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/321-beacon-st/) | 640 ft S | Plumbing | replace tub to shower | Not listed | [P26-000380](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000380/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [665a Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/665a-somerville-ave/) | 720 ft SE | Alteration or repair | remove existing skylight and install new Velux curb mounted fixed skylight | $7,300 | [B26-000870](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000870/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [9 Gilson Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-gilson-terr/) | 690 ft N | Plumbing | replacement of a dishwasher | Not listed | [P26-000348](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000348/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [54 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-elm-st/) | 740 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Interior build-out of a commercial bakery space. Scope includes general construction, electrical and plumbing modifications, installation of electric bakery equipment, and interior finishes. No commercial cooking hood or grease-laden vapor producing equipment is included. All food products will be p | $162,117 | [B26-000555](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000555/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [35 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-elm-st/) | 380 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 853166, 853165) ( Unit 1 and Unit 2) | $5,000 | [B26-000808](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000808/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [737 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/737-somerville-ave/) | 390 ft W | Electrical | Service upgrade from 100 amp to 400 amp (underground) | $10,000 | [E25-001946](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001946/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [24 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-belmont-st/) | 930 ft E | Solar | Install 7.48kW DC (17 panels) rooftop solar array | $37,400 | [B26-000773](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000773/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [26 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-belmont-st/) | 930 ft E | Solar | Install 7.48kW DC (17 panels) rooftop solar array | $37,400 | [B26-000772](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000772/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [337 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/337-beacon-st/) | 520 ft SW | Plumbing | Gas Stove @ 339A Beacon St | Not listed | [G26-000261](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000261/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [35 Ibbetson St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-ibbetson-st/) | 660 ft E | Plumbing | Renew two bathroom units | Not listed | [P26-000313](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000313/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [29 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-lowell-st/) | 830 ft SE | New building | Foundation Permit for Backyard cottage -Construction permit B26-000573 | $18,000 | [B26-000580](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000580/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [24 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-belmont-st/) | 930 ft E | Electrical | Install 7.48kW DC (17 panels) rooftop solar array | $12,508 | [E26-000754](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000754/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [26 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/26-belmont-st/) | 930 ft E | Electrical | Install 7.48kW DC (17 panels) rooftop solar array | $12,508 | [E26-000753](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000753/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [29 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-lowell-st/) | 830 ft SE | New building | New Foundation for 3 units -Construction permit B26-000541 | $40,000 | [B26-000571](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000571/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [14 Mossland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-mossland-st/) | 780 ft NW | Electrical | Complete wiring of dwelling | $30,000 | [E26-000703](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000703/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [33 Cedar St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-cedar-st/) | 970 ft N | Electrical | Ufer Ground | $1,000 | [E26-000675](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000675/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [27 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-porter-st/) | 480 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Renovate an Existing 3 Family Building. Total gut/demo of 2 front units. New MEP, Framing, underpinning foundation. Reconfigure Back Unit minor changes to MEP. new Sprinkler/FA Throughout 3 units. | $1,325,000 | [B26-000075](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000075/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [54 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-elm-st/) | 740 ft NW | Electrical | Demolition and safe removal of existing wiring ● Temporary power and lighting during construction ● Installation of LED panels, lighting fixtures, and track lighting ● Installation of outlets and receptacles throughout dining and kitchen areas ● Installation of circuits and connections for a | $16,000 | [E26-000673](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000673/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [69 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/69-lowell-st/) | 960 ft E | Electrical | Reconnect power to replacement gas boiler work @ 67 lowell | $3,000 | [E26-000405](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000405/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [29 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-lowell-st/) | 830 ft SE | Demolition | Demo existing 2 family structure -DEMO ON OR AFTER JUNE 4, 2026 | $25,000 | [D25-000056](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/D25-000056/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [29 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/29-lowell-st/) | 830 ft SE | Demolition | Demo existing two bay garages -DEMO ON OR AFTER JUNE 4, 2026 | $5,000 | [D25-000055](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/D25-000055/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [54 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-elm-st/) | 740 ft NW | Plumbing | Plumbing rough and finish for: a prep sink, 3-hand sink, a 3-compartment sink, 5-floors drains, 1 water heater, a dishwasher, a mop sink | Not listed | [P26-000287](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000287/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [7 Craigie Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-craigie-terr/) | 290 ft SE | Plumbing | Bring existing water heater to code | Not listed | [P26-000262](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000262/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [35 Ibbetson St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-ibbetson-st/) | 660 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remodeling two full bathrooms using the same foot print/layout, one bathroom in each unit | $61,050 | [B26-000540](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000540/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [27 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-porter-st/) | 480 ft NE | Electrical | Rewired the whole 2unit apartment | $38,000 | [E26-000504](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000504/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [349 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/349-beacon-st/) | 480 ft SW | Roofing | strip and re-roof asphalt shingles, repair damaged boards, ice and watershield, synthetic underlayment, flashing, ridge vent, asphalt shingles | $13,650 | [B26-000578](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000578/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [27 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-porter-st/) | 480 ft NE | Plumbing | Install plumbing for 3 units | Not listed | [P26-000265](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000265/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [314 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/314-beacon-st/) | 900 ft S | Plumbing | Replace above ground 3in pvc drainage piping | Not listed | [P23-000456](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P23-000456/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [314 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/314-beacon-st/) | 900 ft S | Plumbing | Water heater replacement | Not listed | [P23-000455](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P23-000455/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [314 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/314-beacon-st/) | 900 ft S | Plumbing | Water heater replacement | Not listed | [G23-000327](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G23-000327/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [35 Ibbetson St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-ibbetson-st/) | 660 ft E | Electrical | Two Bathrooms & New Service | $14,000 | [E26-000562](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000562/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [330 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/330-beacon-st/) | 710 ft S | Plumbing | 4 NAVIEN Water heaters | Not listed | [G26-000219](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000219/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [7 Craigie Terr](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-craigie-terr/) | 290 ft SE | Plumbing | Cap off 2 existing gas lines | Not listed | [G26-000217](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000217/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [12 Mossland St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-mossland-st/) | 790 ft NW | Electrical | Ground wire for foundation | $500 | [E26-000615](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000615/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [321 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/321-beacon-st/) | 640 ft S | Alteration or repair | Replace tub surround in the bathroom unit | $21,000 | [B26-000539](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000539/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 43 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [54 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-belmont-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Addition | Foundation Only -Renovation/ADU permit B26-001097 | $25,000 | [B26-001189](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001189/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [54 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-belmont-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Addition | Full Renovation, Addition & ADU Conversion Full gut renovation of the existing home, construction of new additions, installation of a full basement foundation system, conversion and integration of the barn into an ADU, full replacement of major mechanical systems, and completion of all required rest | $1,373,500 | [B26-001097](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001097/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [95 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/95-lowell-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Re-build a triple deck per existing footprint | $55,000 | [B26-001364](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001364/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [95 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/95-lowell-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Wiring 3 lighs and 3 receptacles for rebuild rear 3 stories porches | $2,000 | [E26-001410](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001410/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [207 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/207-summer-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | installation of a 42K BTU 5Zone Mitsubishi Ductless Branch Box System for Unit 3 207 Summer Street Somerville. We will install one 18K BTU 1-way ceiling cassette in between the other room and Living Room. Installing an MHK2 Thermostat in the Living Room to control this area. Then install 1- 6K BTU 1 | $29,126 | [B26-000549](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000549/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [37 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-belmont-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Install new fire alarm to monitor the sprinkler system. | $1,900 | [E26-001390](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001390/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [6 Acadia Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/6-acadia-pk/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Remove service to allow new siding to be installed behind it. New service drop to house needed | $2,000 | [E26-001341](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001341/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [22 White St Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/22-white-st-pl/) | 0.23 mi NW | Roofing | Emergency roof repair/replacement | $25,100 | [B26-001380](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001380/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [42 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-belmont-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 2 high velocity heat pump systems. Install Mitsubishi wall unit in workshop area | $68,383 | [SM26-000147](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000147/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [70 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/70-porter-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Ductless mini split install | $49,021 | [B25-000186](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000186/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [642 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/642-somerville-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | Plumbing | boiler | Not listed | [P26-000490](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000490/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [642 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/642-somerville-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | Plumbing | boiler | Not listed | [G26-000381](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000381/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [42 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-belmont-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | Heat Pump | $1,800 | [E26-001176](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001176/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [243 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/243-summer-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 869437, 880892) ( Unit 1 and Unit 2) | $17,000 | [B26-001257](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001257/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [642 Somerville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/642-somerville-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | 3 Boiler replacements | $1,800 | [E26-001229](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001229/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [54 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-belmont-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | foundation grounding | $500 | [E26-001210](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001210/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [85 Lowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/85-lowell-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Service Upgrade | $2,800 | [E26-000996](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000996/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [241 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/241-summer-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Electrical work- Take over of Permit # E22-000020 | $1,500 | [E25-001681](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001681/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [35 Cedar St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-cedar-st/) | 0.19 mi N | New building | New Construction 3 Unit Semi-Detached House FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B25-001623 | $621,000 | [B25-001528](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001528/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [42 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-belmont-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Weatherization of existing dwelling including air sealing, attic, and wall insulation, dense-pack cellulose insulation, rigid foam insulation, fiberglass batt insulation, ventilation improvements. | $15,815 | [B26-001057](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001057/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [42 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-belmont-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Roofing | Air seal the building envelope, dense-pack cellulose insulation in exterior walls through drill-and-plug method, insulate wood shingle wall cavities, and install rigid foam board insulation at basement rim joist/sill areas. | $4,587 | [B26-001056](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001056/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [42 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-belmont-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Plumbing | Add half bath and washer | Not listed | [P26-000413](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000413/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [207 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/207-summer-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Plumbing | plumb tub, toilet and sink in third fl bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000398](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000398/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [8 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-belmont-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Alteration or repair | install 1 entry door for replacement. no structural changes. | $5,881 | [B26-000918](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000918/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [42 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-belmont-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | Wire 3rd fl addition, Add mics outlets thouout floor 2 and floor 1. Wire basemnt food prep area in basement, Upgrade service to 400 amps 200 per unit E26-001176 | $16,000 | [E26-000869](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000869/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [38 Spring St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-spring-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization and air sealing with the Mass Save Program. No structural changes. | $19,181 | [B26-000883](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000883/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [42 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-belmont-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Roofing | (HOMEOWNER PERMIT): replace basement windows, replace railings, reroof porch, new storage areas in basement and 3rd floor, new washer/dryer closet | $12,000 | [B26-000832](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000832/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [75 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/75-elm-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | City of Somerville - JFK Schoolyard Site Lighting | $35,000 | [E26-000867](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000867/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [207 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/207-summer-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Wire up bathroom | $1,500 | [E26-000721](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000721/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [285 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/285-beacon-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Replace window | $13,700 | [B26-000707](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000707/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [37 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-belmont-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of two 96% gas furnace and central A/C systems with zone control — one system in the basement and one system on the top floor. | $30,000 | [SM26-000080](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000080/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [241 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/241-summer-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Replace boiler | Not listed | [P26-000303](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000303/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [241 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/241-summer-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Replace boiler | Not listed | [G26-000250](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000250/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [207 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/207-summer-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Remodel main bath unit 3 | $26,000 | [B26-000579](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000579/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [35 Cedar St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-cedar-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Electrical | Ufer ground | $1,000 | [E26-000676](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000676/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [208 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/208-summer-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | B unit- Wire for new basement bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, hardwired smoke and co to code. A unit- Hardwired smoke and co to code. Upgrade service to 200A | $35,000 | [E26-000452](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000452/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [208 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/208-summer-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Plumbing | Relocate the gas valve for the laundry in the basement. And add first floor gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000238](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000238/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [8 Porter Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-porter-ave/) | 0.25 mi NE | Electrical | - 50ft trench, install 1 1/4 PVC pipe for future use for the garage, install (1) 20 amps circuit for patio outlets, Install (3) outlets, Install (12) low voltage landscape lights. | $2,600 | [E26-000697](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000697/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [208 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/208-summer-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID's: 864042, 864044) | $11,000 | [B26-000641](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000641/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [37 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-belmont-st/) | 0.21 mi E | New building | Vertical: Construction of a new one-story detached accessory dwelling unit (“backyard cottage”) located at the rear of the lot. -Foundation only permit b25-001805 | $270,000 | [B25-001806](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001806/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [74 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/74-elm-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Alteration or repair | INSULATE ALUMINUM WALLS 6" CELLULOSE Withdrawn per applicant see attached email - JS 5/27/26 | $10,241 | [B26-000601](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000601/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [37 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-belmont-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Plumbing | 1 wet bar sink, 2 gas water heaters, 2 full bathrooms, 2 laundries, 1 ejector pump, 2 kitchens with ice maker, 2 half bathrooms and 4 3/4-bathrooms. | Not listed | [P26-000266](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000266/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [37 Belmont St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/37-belmont-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Plumbing | 2 gas stoves, 2 gas water heaters, 3 gas furnaces and 2 gas dryers | Not listed | [G26-000222](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000222/) |

## More on this street

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

- [9 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-porter-st/): newest permit May 21, 2026
- [10 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-porter-st/): newest permit Oct 5, 2026
- [12 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-porter-st/): newest permit Oct 1, 2026
- [18 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/18-porter-st/): newest permit Oct 20, 2025
- [27 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-porter-st/): newest permit Aug 11, 2026
- [35 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-porter-st/): newest permit Jun 30, 2025
- [44 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-porter-st/): newest permit Jan 6, 2025
- [45 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-porter-st/): newest permit Oct 11, 2024
- [48 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-porter-st/): newest permit Apr 6, 2026
- [70 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/70-porter-st/): newest permit Sep 2, 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 11:37 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 3 permits at this address and 119 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-porter-st/