# Building permits at 84 Franklin St, Somerville, MA

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

One permit here in the last two years. The newest, Sep 9: EV charger install into existing wiring. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 65 more permits (64 projects) since May 1. Three are for new buildings, the nearest 0.20 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2026 | Electrical | EV charger install into existing wiring | $350 | [E26-001244](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001244/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 2026 | [76 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/76-franklin-st/) | 170 ft N | Alteration or repair | CHANGED OF CONTRACTOR 6/30/26 Single Family renovation and addition on top of existing structure per plans. | $400,000 | [B24-001926](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B24-001926/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 34 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [16 Flint St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-flint-st/) | 700 ft N | Electrical | Upgrade of electrical service from 100A to 200A. Running two circuits for a furnace and condenser. Work @ 18 flint st | $1,850 | [E26-001246](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001246/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [39 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-alston-st/) | 940 ft W | Electrical | Outlet for washer, outside outlet, replacement of light fixture | $2,500 | [E26-001368](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001368/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [27 Tufts St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-tufts-st/) | 690 ft W | Solar | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work | $350 | [B26-001468](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001468/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [117 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/117-washington-st/) | 390 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Repair clapboard siding and roof on/around 5 dormers | $5,725 | [B25-001930](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001930/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [20 Fountain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-fountain-ave/) | 930 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Installation of 17 modules-roof mounted - 6.970 kw dc, 5.933 kw ac | $34,850 | [B26-001021](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001021/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [9 Dell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-dell-st/) | 770 ft NW | Electrical | Demo make safe | $300 | [E26-001336](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001336/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [20 Fountain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/20-fountain-ave/) | 930 ft NW | Electrical | Installation of 17 modules-roof mounted - 6.970 kw dc, 5.933 kw ac | $28,089 | [E26-000966](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000966/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 710 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Replace existing bathtub and wall panels - to be transparent these works have commenced this is because originally these works were only going to be cosmetic (replacement tiles, shower panel and paint) so a permit was not required. However, after removing the existing PVC shower panels the existing  | $10,000 | [B26-001379](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001379/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [27 Tufts St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-tufts-st/) | 690 ft W | Electrical | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work | $350 | [E26-001319](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001319/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 710 ft NW | Plumbing | Rep Plumbing of house, including water and drainage | Not listed | [P26-000527](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000527/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [21 Franklin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-franklin-ave/) | 310 ft NE | Plumbing | test gas for stove new gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000412](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000412/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [16 Flint St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-flint-st/) | 700 ft N | Plumbing | 1 furnace 1 stove 2nd floor | Not listed | [G26-000384](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000384/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [57 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-myrtle-st/) | 910 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install new ductwork for new HVAC system in 1 and 2 Family building | $40,000 | [SM26-000056](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000056/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [9 Dell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/9-dell-st/) | 770 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Total gut rehab and adding 2 additional units. 1st floor- 3 bedrooms Unit 2- 2 bedrooms Unit 3- 2 bedrooms | $500,000 | [B25-001487](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001487/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [47 Tufts St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/47-tufts-st/) | 880 ft W | Alteration or repair | Demo existing rear deck and install new deck per drawings specs | $39,100 | [B26-000859](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000859/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 710 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Reconfiguration of Existing Finished Attic to Create Bedroom & Bathroom | $21,250 | [B26-001062](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001062/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [3 Dell St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-dell-st/) | 680 ft NW | Roofing | strip and re-roof | $8,000 | [B26-001050](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001050/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 710 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remodel Existing Kitchen - Replace Units Like for Like The kitchen units (6 wall units, 6 base units) and appliances (fridge, oven & dishwasher). Please refer to drawings, narrative | $12,000 | [B26-000999](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000999/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 710 ft NW | Electrical | Power & lighting renovations / upgrades/ additions | $8,000 | [E26-001016](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001016/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [57 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-myrtle-st/) | 910 ft NE | Plumbing | Gas for two furnace, two water heater, gas stoves | Not listed | [G26-000225](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000225/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [57 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-myrtle-st/) | 910 ft NE | Plumbing | New Plumb 2 family home | Not listed | [P26-000275](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000275/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [8 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-morton-st/) | 480 ft W | Alteration or repair | Withdrawn per applicant, see online message. -JE 7/29/26 Roof replacement | $29,000 | [B26-000828](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000828/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [54 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-myrtle-st/) | 790 ft NE | Plumbing | Disconnect gas stove to allow for flooring repairs. Reconnect upon completion of repairs | Not listed | [G26-000287](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000287/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [121 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/121-washington-st/) | 460 ft SW | Electrical | Wire COMMERCIAL AREA and Install NEW ADDRESSABLE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM in all Building - Residential units wire by others. Rough Inspection Passed. | $15,000 | [E26-000750](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000750/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [121 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/121-washington-st/) | 460 ft SW | Electrical | Take over existing permit and complete all remaining electrical work for both residential and commercial units in accordance with current Massachusetts electrical code and approved plans. | $24,500 | [E26-000742](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000742/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [54 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-myrtle-st/) | 790 ft NE | Electrical | Rewire area on 1st,2nd and 3rd floors after demo from water damage. B26-000437 | $15,000 | [E26-000717](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000717/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [129 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/129-glen-st/) | 710 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $3,000 | [B26-000739](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000739/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [54 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-myrtle-st/) | 790 ft NE | Plumbing | Remove kitchen sink and dishwasher to allow for repairs Reconnect upon completion of repairs | Not listed | [P26-000298](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000298/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [105 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/105-washington-st/) | 250 ft SW | Electrical | Kitchen receptacles and lights switch move | $1,500 | [E26-000713](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000713/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [39 Florence St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-florence-st/) | 980 ft NE | Roofing | Roof replacement, 15 sq, re-shingle, GAF Timberline HDZ, ice and water, 6 feet shield, tape plywood as needed | $17,212 | [B26-000352](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000352/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [60 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/60-franklin-st/) | 540 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of central heating and cooling heat pump system for the cottage | $15,000 | [SM26-000069](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000069/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [54 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/54-myrtle-st/) | 790 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Interior repairs due to water damage. 1st Fl Kitchen remodel. Replace affected insulation/wallboard in LR & Den. 2nd Floor Replace affected insulation/wallboard in 2 BR & Hall. 3rd Floor Replace affected insulation/wallboard in 2 BR & Hall. Replace finish flooring, trim and paint. | $159,889 | [B26-000437](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000437/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [57 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/57-myrtle-st/) | 910 ft NE | Electrical | Rewire 2 unit | $18,000 | [E26-000626](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000626/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [34 Knowlton St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-knowlton-st/) | 400 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | supply and install 1heat pump condenser and 1 air handler with rework to existing duct work as neededs needed | $28,510 | [B26-000477](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000477/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 30 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [32 Pinckney St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-pinckney-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | New building | New construction of 3 unit ground up build Foundation only permit B26-000349 | $823,000 | [B26-000329](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000329/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [6 Crescent St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/6-crescent-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | Interior selective demolition to expose existing framing and determine whether the wall is load-bearing or non-load-bearing. No structural members will be altered. | $20,000 | [B26-001345](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001345/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [6 Crescent St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/6-crescent-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Electrical | Demo make safe | $300 | [E26-001293](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001293/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 0.20 mi W | New building | build new 3 family house (existing structure is a garage) - detached house in NR district FOUNDATION ONLY PERMIT B26-000068 | $720,000 | [B25-000984](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-000984/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [2 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-alston-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Roofing | Enclose porch on first and second floor add insulation and light install stairs exterior access and exit install windows and doors install siding, new roof (sheathing, shingles, flashing, ice & water shield), Insulation (walls & roof), Drywall installation & finishing, Flooring installation vinyl | $25,000 | [B26-001165](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001165/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [152 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/152-cross-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Add handrail to Attic Egress Stair, Add railing to second floor roof deck and replace 1 exterior door. | $6,418 | [B26-001215](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001215/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [117 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/117-cross-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Repair damaged soffit and add window caulking for the building | $10,000 | [B25-001332](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001332/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [2 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/2-alston-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Wire a small addition. | $4,000 | [E26-001228](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001228/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [86 Joy St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/86-joy-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Add ceiling outlets, replace exposed romex with conduit | $2,500 | [E26-001216](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001216/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [60 Tufts St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/60-tufts-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Window and Door Replacements, Parapet Cap Repairs, Terrace Repairs Four 3x3 awning style windows and two French style doors. | $125,675 | [B26-000922](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000922/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [39 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-franklin-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Relocate and replace disconnect for AC condenser. Replace circuit breaker for AC condenser with proper size per manufacturer spec | $550 | [E26-001122](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001122/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | Wiring a new three-unit apartment | $52,000 | [E26-000656](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000656/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [126 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/126-cross-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Replacement of existing non working smokes with new devices | $700 | [E25-000732](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-000732/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [110 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/110-pearl-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | 1 gas stove | Not listed | [G26-000281](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000281/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [12 First Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/12-first-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | Replace existing FACP | $3,000 | [E26-001034](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001034/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [11 Pinckney St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-pinckney-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 window. Like size and no structural changes. | $1,322 | [B26-001002](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001002/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [32 Pinckney St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-pinckney-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Installation for a Ufer ground in the new footing for a 400 amp electrical service. | $1,200 | [E26-000995](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000995/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [61 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/61-pearl-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Strip and re roof 300 ft.² flat roof on porch. | $4,890 | [B26-001028](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001028/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [86 Glen St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/86-glen-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | Replacement of existing burnham steam boiler using another burnham steam boiler and replacement of gas water heater using ao smith equipment | Not listed | [P26-000070](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000070/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [10 Alston St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/10-alston-st/) | 0.20 mi W | New building | foundation for new construction 3 family CONSTRUCTION PERMIT B25-000984 | $100,000 | [B26-000068](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000068/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [3 Hillside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-hillside-ave/) | 0.19 mi N | Roofing | Roofing Asphalt Shingles Replacement | $19,500 | [B26-000805](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000805/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [86 Joy St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/86-joy-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Installing one smoke detector and one CO detector low voltage | $2,500 | [E26-000851](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000851/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [86 Joy St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/86-joy-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Replace existing entry door in same style and size to swing out and have a panic device. Install panic hardware on existing rear door. At Bay 4 | $5,250 | [B26-000794](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000794/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [110 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/110-pearl-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | 1 Kitchen at the 1 Floor | Not listed | [P26-000326](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000326/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [110 Pearl St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/110-pearl-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Kitchen rewire and sub panel replacement | $5,500 | [E26-000776](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000776/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [96 Cross St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/96-cross-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Roof replace | $15,850 | [B26-000687](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000687/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [101 Linwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/101-linwood-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Plumbing | replace two 100 Gallon gas fired water heaters | Not listed | [P26-000297](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000297/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [101 Linwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/101-linwood-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Plumbing | replace two 100 Gallon gas fired water heaters | Not listed | [G26-000244](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000244/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [32 Pinckney St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/32-pinckney-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Relocate the temp service on the property | Not listed | [E26-000695](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000695/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [58 Oliver St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/58-oliver-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | take over the finish work part of a permit that was abandoned and not inspected. | $8,500 | [E26-000671](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000671/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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

## More on this street

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

- [76 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/76-franklin-st/): newest permit Jul 2, 2026
- [95 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/95-franklin-st/): newest permit Jan 6, 2025
- [60 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/60-franklin-st/): newest permit Mar 10, 2026
- [56 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/56-franklin-st/): newest permit Feb 26, 2025
- [48 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-franklin-st/): newest permit Jun 16, 2025
- [39 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/39-franklin-st/): newest permit Aug 3, 2026
- [34 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-franklin-st/): newest permit Oct 29, 2025
- [27 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/27-franklin-st/): newest permit May 12, 2026
- [8 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-franklin-st/): newest permit May 11, 2026
- [3 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/3-franklin-st/): newest permit Jul 7, 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 2026-10-09 19:46 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

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

Map, the one permit at this address and 65 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/84-franklin-st/