# Building permits at 98 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.

Three permits on record here. The newest, Sep 25, 2025: Service upgrade from 200 to 400 amps. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 61 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.23 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2025 | Electrical | Service upgrade from 200 to 400 amps | $18,000 | [E25-001321](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001321/) |
| Oct 19, 2015 | Electrical | New Security System | $1,913 | [E15-001496](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E15-001496/) |
| Nov 26, 2014 | Plumbing | relocate ice maker in kitchen | Not listed | [P14-000589](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P14-000589/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 45 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [128 Powder House Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/128-powder-house-blvd/) | 940 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/) | 880 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/) | 880 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/) | 880 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/) | 500 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/) | 940 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/) | 940 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/) | 510 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/) | 880 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/) | 660 ft SE | 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/) | 940 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/) | 660 ft SE | 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 27, 2026 | [34 Chetwynd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-chetwynd-rd/) | 960 ft NW | Roofing | Roofing (strip and reroof) and siding | $28,000 | [B26-001079](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001079/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [128 Powder House Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/128-powder-house-blvd/) | 940 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/) | 660 ft SE | 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/) | 880 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/) | 880 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/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [16 Sunset Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-sunset-rd/) | 830 ft NW | Electrical | Install new 30 circuit panel | $2,000 | [E26-000990](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000990/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [16 Sunset Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-sunset-rd/) | 830 ft 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 6, 2026 | [16 Sunset Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-sunset-rd/) | 830 ft NW | Electrical | Rewire Kitchen in 3rd floor apartment B26-000930 | $8,000 | [E26-000874](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000874/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [62 Talbot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-talbot-ave/) | 880 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 29, 2026 | [34 Chetwynd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/34-chetwynd-rd/) | 960 ft NW | Electrical | Loosen and resecure meter socket for new siding | $300 | [E26-000925](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000925/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [38 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-whitfield-rd/) | 540 ft SW | Plumbing | Bathroom and kitchen Renovation | Not listed | [P26-000361](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000361/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [16 Sunset Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-sunset-rd/) | 830 ft NW | Plumbing | Kitchen renovation | Not listed | [P26-000360](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000360/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [38 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-whitfield-rd/) | 540 ft SW | 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/) | 540 ft SW | Electrical | Rewire Kitchen and bathroom with laundry. | $11,000 | [E26-000873](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000873/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [24 Chetwynd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-chetwynd-rd/) | 840 ft 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/) | 840 ft NW | Electrical | Wiring for second floor bathroom | $3,000 | [E26-000836](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000836/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [24 Chetwynd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-chetwynd-rd/) | 840 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Add full bathroom and closet to second floor unit | $18,000 | [B26-000744](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000744/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [62 Talbot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/62-talbot-ave/) | 880 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/) | 520 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/) | 520 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/) | 520 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 | [8 Upland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-upland-rd/) | 890 ft NW | Electrical | Outlets and lights for two decks | $1,000 | [E26-000711](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000711/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [14 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-whitfield-rd/) | 450 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 19, 2026 | [158 Curtis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/158-curtis-st/) | 780 ft 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 | [124 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/124-professors-row/) | 330 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/) | 520 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/) | 670 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/) | 520 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/) | 520 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 | [158 Curtis St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/158-curtis-st/) | 780 ft NW | Electrical | Electrical work for siding replacement | $1,000 | [E26-000651](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000651/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [14 Whitfield Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/14-whitfield-rd/) | 450 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/) | 670 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/) | 520 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), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [88 Ossipee Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/88-ossipee-rd/) | 0.22 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/) | 0.21 mi SW | 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 8, 2026 | [47 Curtis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/47-curtis-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | 1st & 2nd floor adding AC coil and condenser, 3rd floor adding complete heating and cooling system with ductwork and registers | $39,340 | [SM26-000041](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/SM26-000041/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [183 Powder House Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/183-powder-house-blvd/) | 0.23 mi W | Electrical | Service Upgrade from 100 to 125A and adding a common meter | $10,000 | [E26-001094](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001094/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [179 Powder House Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/179-powder-house-blvd/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Roof Renovation | $2,557,000 | [B26-001326](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001326/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [7 Hardan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-hardan-rd/) | 0.25 mi W | Electrical | laundry | $1,800 | [E26-001081](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001081/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [49 Electric Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/49-electric-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | 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 10, 2026 | [49 Electric Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/49-electric-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | 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 8, 2026 | [7 Hardan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-hardan-rd/) | 0.25 mi W | Plumbing | Waste, Vent, and Water piping for two washing machines in the basement | Not listed | [P26-000397](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000397/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [7 Hardan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/7-hardan-rd/) | 0.25 mi W | Plumbing | Gas piping for two dryers in the basement | Not listed | [G26-000327](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000327/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [42 Curtis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-curtis-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Solar | Removal and reinstall of 14 solar panels of a 26 panel system. Reinstallation is redesigned from original layout due to recent renovation. 6.02 Kw dc | $30,100 | [B26-000874](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000874/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [55 Ossipee Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/55-ossipee-rd/) | 0.19 mi S | Plumbing | replace broken 4" drain pipe | Not listed | [P26-000367](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000367/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [42 Curtis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/42-curtis-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Removal and reinstall of 14 solar panels of a 26 panel system. Reinstallation is redesigned from original layout due to recent renovation. | $4,933 | [E26-000838](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000838/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [38 Ossipee Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/38-ossipee-rd/) | 0.23 mi S | 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/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [53 Curtis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/53-curtis-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Other | Insulate basement sills. | $1,000 | [B26-000735](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000735/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [47 Conwell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/47-conwell-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | Remodeling. Basement: 1 electric water heater, 1 toilet, 2 lavatories, 1 bathtub, 1 washing machine connection, and 1 service sink. 1st Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 dishwasher, 1 ice maker, 2 toilets, 3 lavatories, 1 bathtub, and 1 shower stall. 2nd Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 dishwasher, 1 ice maker, 2 to | Not listed | [P26-000273](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000273/) |

## 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
- [111 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/111-professors-row/): newest permit Apr 21, 2026
- [80 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/80-professors-row/): newest permit Jun 12, 2025
- [124 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/124-professors-row/): newest permit May 14, 2026
- [134 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/134-professors-row/): newest permit Aug 24, 2026
- [44 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-professors-row/): newest permit Jan 7, 2026
- [35 Professors Row](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/35-professors-row/): newest permit Sep 25, 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 11:57 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 61 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/98-professors-row/