Somerville's weekly permit total came to 81 for October 12–18, 2026. The four-week average sits at 93. The largest share of the week's 81 permits went to electrical work, 28 in all, and job sites were spread across 64 streets. The week-over-week change comes to -9%, measured against the 89 recorded a week earlier.
| Trade | Permits |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 28 |
| HVAC | 17 |
| Roofing | 10 |
| Plumbing | 6 |
| Kitchen/Bath | 4 |
| Gas | 3 |
| Solar | 3 |
| Windows/Doors/Siding | 3 |
Streets with new filings: Assembly Park, Bartlett St, Berkeley St, Boston Ave, Broadway, Carter Terr, Cedar St, Chester Pl and 56 more.
The week's numbers summarize a longer list; Somerville contractors can read that list, address by address, at masspermits.com.
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