Work across 12 different trades pushed the permit count in Somerville to 71 for the week of September 21–27, 2026. Measured by volume, electrical ranked first among the week's trades, responsible for 21 of 71 permits spread over 48 streets. A week earlier, Somerville recorded 92. The average over the past four weeks is 99.
| Trade | Permits |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 21 |
| HVAC | 11 |
| Roofing | 10 |
| Plumbing | 8 |
| Gas | 7 |
| Windows/Doors/Siding | 3 |
| Kitchen/Bath | 3 |
| New Construction | 2 |
Streets with new filings: Adrian St, Alpine St, Auburn Ave, Banks St, Beacon St, Belmont St, Broadway, Cedar St and 40 more.
Beyond the -23% change on the prior week, the Somerville record itself, with addresses, owners, and values, sits at masspermits.com.
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