# Building permits at 80 Professors Row, Somerville, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.6M alteration or repair at 179 Powder House Blvd, permitted Aug 24.

One permit on record here. The newest, Jun 12, 2025: Demolition of building structure and foundations located at 80 Professors Row DEMO ON OR AFTER JUNE 24. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 59 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.22 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2025 | Demolition | Demolition of building structure and foundations located at 80 Professors Row DEMO ON OR AFTER JUNE 24, 2025 | $173,676 | [D25-000012](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/D25-000012/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 33 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [128 Powder House Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/128-powder-house-blvd/) | 950 ft SW | Electrical | Upgrade Service from 200 amps to 400 amps | $8,900 | [E26-001434](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001434/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [62 Talbot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-talbot-ave/) | 640 ft SE | Electrical | Provide low voltage interlock wiring for HVAC upgrades. All work will be done above ground. 1 – New Fume Hood (Mount and wire factory provided sensors, and interface the factory furnished and installed BACnet card with the BMS, all associated control components furnished by the equipment manufactu | $5,000 | [E26-001300](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001300/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [62 Talbot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-talbot-ave/) | 640 ft SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Renovation of the Joshi Lab at Tufts University. Demo existing ductwork & reinstall as shown on HVAC Drawings. No equipment outside | $50,000 | [SM26-000126](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000126/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [62 Talbot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-talbot-ave/) | 640 ft SE | Electrical | Install 45 total cables, 20 locations. | $15,014 | [E26-001248](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001248/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [134 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/134-professors-row/) | 770 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Back Stairs and Door | $26,500 | [B26-001213](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001213/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [128 Powder House Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/128-powder-house-blvd/) | 950 ft SW | Plumbing | fixtures replacement of kitchen sink and dishwasher of same spot and two tankless water heater | Not listed | [P26-000422](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000422/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [128 Powder House Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/128-powder-house-blvd/) | 950 ft SW | Plumbing | 2. new gas line for water heater tankless and gas stove replacement for 2nd floor | Not listed | [G26-000340](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000340/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [51 Sawyer Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/51-sawyer-ave/) | 770 ft W | Roofing | Strip and reroof shingeled back sections of house; apply ice and water shield to the bottom 6 feet, up all valleys and around all protrusions; 8’’ aluminum drip edge; underlayment felt paper; on top section of house, install 060 fully adhered rubber roof system; all necessary building permits; m | $17,600 | [B26-001170](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001170/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [62 Talbot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-talbot-ave/) | 640 ft SE | Electrical | Electrical remodel | $25,000 | [E26-001113](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001113/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [25 Latin Way](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-latin-way/) | 460 ft S | Plumbing | Install Ansul valves and replace CO solenoid valves at kitchen equipment stations | Not listed | [G26-000344](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000344/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [128 Powder House Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/128-powder-house-blvd/) | 950 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Replace existing kitchen cabinets and counter, reconnect machines on existing laundry room fix damage wall, run metal pipe for dryer, plumbing work by MassCode, electrical work by MassCode, finish carpentry, | $42,000 | [B26-001101](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001101/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [25 Latin Way](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-latin-way/) | 460 ft S | Electrical | Add fire alarm monitor modules to Ansul and CO systems that are being installed by others. | $9,500 | [E26-001096](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001096/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [128 Powder House Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/128-powder-house-blvd/) | 950 ft SW | Electrical | Install new branch circuits for the kitchen and laundry, including dedicated circuits for the dishwasher, garbage disposal, range hood, countertop receptacles, refrigerator, and washing machine | $4,500 | [E26-001061](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001061/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [25 Latin Way](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-latin-way/) | 460 ft S | Electrical | Furnish and install wiring for multiple Honeywell E3 (c.o. detection) systems & Ansul, gas valve to cooking equipment wiring. | $12,000 | [E26-000949](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000949/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [62 Talbot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-talbot-ave/) | 640 ft SE | Plumbing | addition of two sinks, two eyewash, dishwaher connection | Not listed | [P26-000411](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000411/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [62 Talbot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-talbot-ave/) | 640 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Renovation of existing Lab Space for research group. Scope consists of demolition of existing flooring/finishes and partial removal of existing wall to accommodate new secondary lab room. MEP demolition includes removal of existing Plumbing (where shown), HVAC equipment and piping (as shown), as wel | $649,322 | [B26-000798](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000798/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [62 Talbot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-talbot-ave/) | 640 ft SE | Electrical | Demolition/make-safe, temporary lighting and power, branch power, lighting, lighting controls/switching, Wiremold/raceway, overhead service panels, equipment connections, fire alarm device work, low-voltage sleeves/pathways, cable tray, and structured cabling. | $95,000 | [E26-000886](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000886/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [38 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-whitfield-rd/) | 730 ft W | Plumbing | Bathroom and kitchen Renovation | Not listed | [P26-000361](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000361/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [38 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-whitfield-rd/) | 730 ft W | Alteration or repair | remodel existing bathroom,new tub,new vanity and new sink | $14,000 | [B26-000848](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000848/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [38 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-whitfield-rd/) | 730 ft W | Electrical | Rewire Kitchen and bathroom with laundry. | $11,000 | [E26-000873](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000873/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [62 Talbot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-talbot-ave/) | 640 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Alteration of Classroom Space - Update floors, ceiling tiles and seating | $259,270 | [B26-000704](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000704/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [43 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-whitfield-rd/) | 750 ft W | Electrical | Heat pump work @ 43-45 whitfield b26-000484 b26-000485 | $4,000 | [E26-000443](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000443/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [43 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-whitfield-rd/) | 750 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | 5 zone heat pump for unit 45 | $21,543 | [B26-000485](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000485/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [43 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-whitfield-rd/) | 750 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | 4 zone heat pump system in unit 43 | $18,736 | [B26-000484](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000484/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [14 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-whitfield-rd/) | 530 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove all siding materials and install insulated vinyl siding. Remove all debris. | $66,583 | [B26-000679](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000679/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [124 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/124-professors-row/) | 600 ft NW | Electrical | Installing 30kw generator | $30,000 | [E26-000692](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000692/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [43 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-whitfield-rd/) | 750 ft W | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing | $15,877 | [B26-000441](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000441/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [12 Teele Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-teele-ave/) | 720 ft SW | Electrical | Rewire front entry switches and 2 lights | $1,100 | [E26-000653](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000653/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [43 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-whitfield-rd/) | 750 ft W | Plumbing | 2- water heater (electric) | Not listed | [P26-000284](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000284/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [43 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-whitfield-rd/) | 750 ft W | Electrical | Install electric oven and two electric water heaters | $1,600 | [E26-000658](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000658/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [14 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-whitfield-rd/) | 530 ft SW | Electrical | Electrical work for siding replacement | $1,000 | [E26-000649](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000649/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [12 Teele Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-teele-ave/) | 720 ft SW | Roofing | Create new entry door to 10 Teele Ave, first floor unit and add soundproofing wall between prev. shared entry. Create larger opening to laundry closet. Extend HVAC return vent in 2nd floor room. Replace entry door at 12 Teele. Remove existing entry door from prev. shared entry. Add supplemental heat | $66,340 | [B26-000544](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000544/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [43 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/43-whitfield-rd/) | 750 ft W | Electrical | Electrical work for siding replacement | $1,000 | [E26-000503](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000503/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 26 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [35 Electric Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-electric-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Ductwork for dual fuel furnace and heatpump | $24,500 | [SM26-000181](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000181/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [88 Ossipee Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/88-ossipee-rd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Roofing | Remove all roofing materials and install premium Owens Corning roofing materials. Remove all debris. | $21,807 | [B26-001540](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001540/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [62 Curtis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-curtis-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace garage roof. Install new trim around garage door. remove and replace gutters at front porch. Plaster repair and insulate exterior wall on 2nd floor. | $39,491 | [B26-001431](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001431/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [20 Lower Campus Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-lower-campus-rd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Fence, wall or deck | ELLIS OVAL TUFTS UNIVERSITY: Provide rental of one pre-fabricated ADA Ramp and landing to accommodate handicap seating at bleacher section. Seating area is 5 ft deep x 15 ft wide. Ramp is 4 ft wide with appropriate slope and railings. Erect 19 September 2026 and remove after November 23, 2026. | $10,672 | [B26-001290](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001290/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [179 Powder House Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/179-powder-house-blvd/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Roof Renovation | $2,557,000 | [B26-001326](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001326/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [34 Chetwynd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-chetwynd-rd/) | 0.23 mi NW | Roofing | Roofing (strip and reroof) and siding | $28,000 | [B26-001079](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001079/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [20 Lower Campus Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-lower-campus-rd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | Installation of (1) 8' x 8' x 6" precast concrete pad. This pad will be used to stage (1) 225kVA transformer and (1) electrical distribution cabinet for an EV project. The electrical feed to the transformer is coming from existing building infrastructure. | $5,000 | [B26-001019](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001019/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [16 Sunset Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-sunset-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Install new 30 circuit panel | $2,000 | [E26-000990](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000990/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [49 Electric Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/49-electric-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Replace fire-damaged wiring, make safe all affected circuits, and install AFCI breakers as required by code. | $3,000 | [E26-000914](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000914/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [45 Mason St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-mason-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Air Sealing, and Insulation | $17,977 | [B26-000987](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000987/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [49 Electric Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/49-electric-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove existing ceilings in bedrooms 1 & 2 of unit 1. Install sound attenuation (hush frame), insulate w/ fiberwool product, and cover with new 5/8" wallboard & plaster. | $12,781 | [B26-000968](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000968/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [16 Sunset Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-sunset-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Unit 3 install new kitchen cabinets and counter. upgrade wiring | $8,000 | [B26-000930](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000930/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [20 Lower Campus Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-lower-campus-rd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | Install EV charging stations with precast concrete pads and bollards WORK @ 18 LOWER CAMPUS RD- COHEN LOT | $98,000 | [E26-000951](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000951/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [16 Sunset Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-sunset-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Rewire Kitchen in 3rd floor apartment B26-000930 | $8,000 | [E26-000874](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000874/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [34 Chetwynd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-chetwynd-rd/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Loosen and resecure meter socket for new siding | $300 | [E26-000925](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000925/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [16 Sunset Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-sunset-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Plumbing | Kitchen renovation | Not listed | [P26-000360](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000360/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [55 Ossipee Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-ossipee-rd/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | replace broken 4" drain pipe | Not listed | [P26-000367](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000367/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [24 Chetwynd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-chetwynd-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Plumbing | Second floor full bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000337](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000337/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [24 Chetwynd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-chetwynd-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Wiring for second floor bathroom | $3,000 | [E26-000836](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000836/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [38 Ossipee Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-ossipee-rd/) | 0.22 mi SW | New building | New air conditioning and heating dual fuel with heat pump system and ERV installation | $43,770 | [SM26-000087](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000087/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [24 Chetwynd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-chetwynd-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Add full bathroom and closet to second floor unit | $18,000 | [B26-000744](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000744/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [45 Mason St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-mason-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Electrical | Knob and Tube Remediation (Partial House) | $24,802 | [E26-000767](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000767/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [8 Upland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-upland-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Outlets and lights for two decks | $1,000 | [E26-000711](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000711/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [158 Curtis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/158-curtis-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Remove all siding materials and install insulated vinyl siding. Remove all debris. | $69,990 | [B26-000677](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000677/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [4 Ossipee Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/4-ossipee-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Roofing | strip re-roof | $20,000 | [B26-000531](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000531/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [158 Curtis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/158-curtis-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | Electrical work for siding replacement | $1,000 | [E26-000651](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000651/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Professors Row with permits, nearest house number first:

- [91 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/91-professors-row/): newest permit Sep 3, 2025
- [98 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/98-professors-row/): newest permit Sep 25, 2025
- [111 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/111-professors-row/): newest permit Apr 21, 2026
- [44 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-professors-row/): newest permit Jan 7, 2026
- [124 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/124-professors-row/): newest permit May 14, 2026
- [35 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-professors-row/): newest permit Sep 25, 2025
- [134 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/134-professors-row/): newest permit Aug 24, 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 2026-10-06 21:32 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Contains information from Applications for Permits and Licenses (SomerStat, City of Somerville), which is made available here under the Open Database License (ODbL). Database: https://data.somervillema.gov/d/nneb-s3f7 License: https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/

Map, the one permit at this address and 59 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/80-professors-row/