Boston's weekly permit total came to 156 for August 10–16, 2026. The four-week average sits at 202. At the top of the trade list was electrical, tied to 59 of the 156 permits. In total, 13 trades saw filings. Set against the previous week's 196, that amounts to a -20% swing.
| Trade | Permits |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 59 |
| HVAC | 29 |
| Plumbing | 19 |
| Renovation/Remodel | 11 |
| Windows/Doors/Siding | 9 |
| Kitchen/Bath | 9 |
| Gas | 8 |
| Roofing | 5 |
Streets with new filings: Albemarle St, Arch St, Arlington St, Ashburton Pl, Atlantic Av, Babbitt St, Bay State Rd, Beacon St and 67 more.
This brief covers totals. The individual Boston filings, with property addresses, owners, and project values, are listed at masspermits.com.
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