Contractors pulled 20 permits in Boston over the week of September 21–27, 2026, a +33% change from the previous week. The largest share of activity came from electrical contractors, who filed 8 of the 20 permits recorded across 14 streets. For context, Boston has averaged 14 permits a week over the past month; the prior week's total was 15.
| Trade | Permits |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 8 |
| Renovation/Remodel | 4 |
| Roofing | 3 |
| Windows/Doors/Siding | 2 |
| Demolition | 2 |
| Kitchen/Bath | 1 |
Streets with new filings: Atlantic Av, Beacon St, Boylston St, Brookline Av, Commonwealth Av, Congress St, Francis St, Fruit St and 6 more.
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