# Building permits at 4478 Upton St NW, Washington, DC One permit on record here. The newest, Nov 30, 2025: Electrical permit, no description from the city. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 57 more permits (49 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Nov 30, 2025 | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2602670](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2602670/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 57 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 29 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 2, 2026 | [4337 Verplanck Pl NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4337-verplanck-pl-nw/) | 960 ft NE | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2700080](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2700080/) | | Sep 3, 2026 | [4316 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4316-van-ness-st-nw/) | 690 ft NE | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2612607](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2612607/) | | Sep 3, 2026 | [3910 44th St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/3910-44th-st-nw/) | 760 ft SE | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2612593](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2612593/) | | Jul 16, 2026 | [3910 44th St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/3910-44th-st-nw/) | 760 ft SE | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2610943](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610943/) | | Aug 20, 2026 | [4410 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4410-van-ness-st-nw/) | 350 ft N | Alteration or repair | Renovation and alteration of an existing kitchen - Renovation of an existing bathroom - new laundry room | Not listed | [B2608083](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2608083/) | | Aug 14, 2026 | [4337 Verplanck Pl NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4337-verplanck-pl-nw/) | 960 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen renovation including the removal of the existing interior non load wall between the kitchen and dining room. | Not listed | [B2608163](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2608163/) | | Aug 6, 2026 | [4442 Tindall St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4442-tindall-st-nw/) | 470 ft SE | Plumbing | Plumbing trade Permit | Not listed | [P2610553](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2610553/) | | Aug 4, 2026 | [4528 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4528-van-ness-st-nw/) | 880 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 5 windows, renewal by andersen, no structural changes, no widening of existing openings | Not listed | [B2607939](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2607939/) | | Jul 31, 2026 | [4316 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4316-van-ness-st-nw/) | 690 ft NE | Plumbing | Plumbing trade Permit | Not listed | [P2610391](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2610391/) | | Jul 23, 2026 | [4507 Verplanck Pl NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4507-verplanck-pl-nw/) | 950 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Mechanical trade Permit | Not listed | [M2604104](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2604104/) | | Jul 23, 2026 | [4528 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4528-van-ness-st-nw/) | 880 ft W | Alteration or repair | Revision to B2506502 to include stove and microwave as part of the cellar kitchenette. | Not listed | [B2607327](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2607327/) | | Jul 21, 2026 | [4316 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4316-van-ness-st-nw/) | 690 ft NE | Alteration or repair | VITERISE BATHROOM RENOVATION - Partial interior renovation for primary bathroom including, demo the existing plumbing fixtures and finishes, install new plumbing fixtures and finishes, install new partition and doors. No Change In Use or Occupancy. | Not listed | [B2607424](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2607424/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [4115 46th St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4115-46th-st-nw/) | 960 ft W | Alteration or repair | Revision to permit no. B2602173. Change of design professional in responsible charge to Gregory A. Kearley Convert existing inhabitable space in the cellar into a habitable family room. New Retaining walls. Work Area Affected: 440 SF | Not listed | [B2605346](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2605346/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [4528 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4528-van-ness-st-nw/) | 880 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | | Not listed | [M2603683](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2603683/) | | Jun 29, 2026 | [4115 46th St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4115-46th-st-nw/) | 960 ft W | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2610339](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610339/) | | Jun 11, 2026 | [4115 46th St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4115-46th-st-nw/) | 960 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | | Not listed | [M2603423](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2603423/) | | Jun 10, 2026 | [4418 Springdale St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4418-springdale-st-nw/) | 610 ft S | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2609737](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609737/) | | Jun 9, 2026 | [3900 Nebraska Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/3900-nebraska-ave-nw/) | 860 ft SE | Addition | Renovations and additions to single-family detached dwelling including elevator, underpinning, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, driveway, grading, utilities, stormwater management, and associated appurtenances. | Not listed | [B2601737](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2601737/) | | Jun 7, 2026 | [4528 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4528-van-ness-st-nw/) | 880 ft W | Electrical | Electrical Trade Permit | Not listed | [E2609600](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609600/) | | Jun 3, 2026 | [4115 46th St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4115-46th-st-nw/) | 960 ft W | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608328](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608328/) | | May 27, 2026 | [4115 46th St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4115-46th-st-nw/) | 960 ft W | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608060](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608060/) | | Jun 2, 2026 | [4528 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4528-van-ness-st-nw/) | 880 ft W | Demolition | Revision to b2506502- proposed demoliton of porch piers and suspended concrete slab to permit compliant head clearance at existing cellar. | Not listed | [D2600298](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/D2600298/) | | May 29, 2026 | [4422 Springdale St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4422-springdale-st-nw/) | 550 ft S | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2609274](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609274/) | | May 29, 2026 | [4516 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4516-van-ness-st-nw/) | 760 ft NW | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2609244](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609244/) | | May 28, 2026 | [4316 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4316-van-ness-st-nw/) | 690 ft NE | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2609207](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609207/) | | May 27, 2026 | [4516 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4516-van-ness-st-nw/) | 760 ft NW | Plumbing | Plumbing trade Permit | Not listed | [P2607979](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2607979/) | | May 18, 2026 | [4353 Verplanck Pl NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4353-verplanck-pl-nw/) | 860 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | Install fence w/ gates | Not listed | [F2600571](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/F2600571/) | | May 5, 2026 | [4516 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4516-van-ness-st-nw/) | 760 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Renovation to existing kitchen, pantry, and powder room on first floor. New stairs from the second floor to the attic level. Finish the existing attic space and add a new full bathroom. Updated MEP associated with new work. Exterior work includes replacement in-kind of windows and doors, a new rear | Not listed | [B2604155](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2604155/) | | May 4, 2026 | [4528 Van Ness St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4528-van-ness-st-nw/) | 880 ft W | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2607305](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2607305/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 28 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 5, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Elevator | Secure unit 1 at Spring Valley building in proper location in hoist way. Lock and tag out disconnect in the off position. Verify with multimeter all voltages are removed. Remove and install new drive sheave. Remove and install new hoist ropes. test operation. Inspect with third party inspection comp | Not listed | [ER2602665](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/ER2602665/) | | Oct 1, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) | | Not listed | [M2700007](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2700007/) | | Aug 4, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) | | Not listed | [M2604352](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2604352/) | | Sep 30, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2612362](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2612362/) | | Sep 29, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2612329](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2612329/) | | Aug 5, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2610511](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2610511/) | | Aug 4, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2610489](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2610489/) | | Aug 4, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2610479](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2610479/) | | Sep 28, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Interior work only. The project is the approximately 1,892-sf - interior fitout of an existing interior space in the hughes hall at american university. The new suite will contain two offices, a small conference room, a new kitchenette, lounge, study area, a/v closet, storage closet and a single-use | Not listed | [B2605821](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2605821/) | | Sep 25, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2613302](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2613302/) | | Sep 22, 2026 | [4509 Warren St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4509-warren-st-nw/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2613185](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2613185/) | | Sep 15, 2026 | [4509 Warren St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4509-warren-st-nw/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | new screen-in porch, deck and new electrical fixtures. | Not listed | [B2606727](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2606727/) | | Aug 28, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Revision to B2310993 Electrical Switchgear panel replacement | Not listed | [B2605066](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2605066/) | | Aug 26, 2026 | [4441 Warren St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4441-warren-st-nw/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2612343](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2612343/) | | Aug 24, 2026 | [4424 Windom Pl NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4424-windom-pl-nw/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Replacement of roof on detached | Not listed | [B2608386](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2608386/) | | Aug 21, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Other | | Not listed | [B2303358-EXT-4](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2303358-EXT-4/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Exterior alteration to 5,800SqFt of the terrace roof to include removal and replacement of the exisitng roof deck and drains. Installation of base sheet, insulation, roofing membrane, and metal flashing | Not listed | [B2605390](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2605390/) | | Jul 24, 2026 | [4150 46th St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4150-46th-st-nw/) | 0.21 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Replacement of fixed deck awning that was destroyed by by falling ice. | Not listed | [DK2600348](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/DK2600348/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Partial renovation of american university sports center. Includes renovation of the 1st floor jacobs recreation center - with usage as fitness center and staff offices. The existing are to remain. Also includes the 2nd floor center for wellbeing and student health - with usage as clinical spaces and | Not listed | [B2601545](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2601545/) | | Jul 9, 2026 | [4301 Verplanck Pl NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4301-verplanck-pl-nw/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2610687](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610687/) | | Jun 24, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2610201](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610201/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2609626](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609626/) | | Jun 17, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | This project consists of an interior renovation of an existing owner provided kitchen space at american university's mary graydon center ground floor. Work is to include minor change to mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems. No structural work. Area affected 1046 sf | Not listed | [B2606127](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2606127/) | | Jun 3, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608312](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608312/) | | Jun 3, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Demolition | Interior demolition only. Remove existing non-load bearing drywall partitions and acoustical ceiling tile systems. All structural members shall remain as is. Electrical devices and fixtures shall be removed and made safe where partitions and ceilings are slated to be removed. Select ductwork and one | Not listed | [D2600352](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/D2600352/) | | May 29, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of existing vending machine room. Work is to include minor change in MEP. No new plumbing. No structure | Not listed | [B2604300](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2604300/) | | May 11, 2026 | [4400 Massachusetts Ave NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4400-massachusetts-ave-nw/) | 0.21 mi S | Other | 2017 DCMR 12A/2015 IBC Section 2902.2: Separate Facilities. Since the lavatories are proposed to be adjacent to toilet compartments rather than within the same room as the water closet, a code modification is needed. See attached letter. | Not listed | [MVQ2600050](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/MVQ2600050/) | | May 4, 2026 | [4505 Warren St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4505-warren-st-nw/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2607274](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2607274/) | ## Zoning requests nearby There are no zoning requests on file within ¼ mi. Washington's feed was last read Oct 11. ## More on this street Other addresses on Upton St NW with permits, nearest house number first: - [4658 Upton St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4658-upton-st-nw/): newest permit Feb 10, 2025 - [4714 Upton St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4714-upton-st-nw/): newest permit Dec 20, 2024 - [4719 Upton St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4719-upton-st-nw/): newest permit Jan 9, 2026 - [4821 Upton St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4821-upton-st-nw/): newest permit Nov 17, 2025 - [4919 Upton St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4919-upton-st-nw/): newest permit Sep 24, 2026 - [4926 Upton St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4926-upton-st-nw/): newest permit Apr 22, 2025 - [4931 Upton St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4931-upton-st-nw/): newest permit May 14, 2025 - [4934 Upton St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4934-upton-st-nw/): newest permit Jan 31, 2026 - [5016 Upton St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/5016-upton-st-nw/): newest permit Aug 7, 2026 - [5025 Upton St NW](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/5025-upton-st-nw/): newest permit Mar 27, 2026 --- Source: DC Department of Buildings permit data (https://opendata.dc.gov/datasets/7296e6392349498bb6ba6ba3db836644_18), District of Columbia, CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Checked 2026-10-11 13:52 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/ Zoning requests come from the DC Office of Zoning cases (https://opendata.dc.gov/datasets/9ba1e2cc61144042bdde83b8c68f2580), DC Office of Zoning, CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). We read it Oct 11, 10:47 UTC. Map, the one permit at this address and 57 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/4478-upton-st-nw/