After 105 filings a week earlier, Dorchester logged 49 building permits during August 31 – September 6, 2026. The mix leaned toward electrical: 10 of 49 permits, with 11 trades represented overall. The weekly figure shifted -53% from the previous period; the four-week norm is 112.
| Trade | Permits |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 10 |
| Roofing | 7 |
| HVAC | 6 |
| Plumbing | 6 |
| Deck/Porch | 5 |
| Renovation/Remodel | 3 |
| Solar | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
Streets with new filings: Adams St, Auckland St, Blue Hill Av, Brent St, Castlegate Rd, Centre St, Chelmsford St, Clifton St and 34 more.
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