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Welcome to Boston Permitting

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Your guide to permits and projects in the City of Boston.

Search Boston Permitting

Find permit projects, details, and requirements. Search results give you links. AI Summary gives you a direct answer from City of Boston sources.

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Find a Project

Build or Make an Addition

Building a new roof or deck, an ADU, or extending a living space, or other additions.

Change the Use of a Building or Space

Whether indoor or outdoor, this is for changing how a building or property is used, including changing parking, adding a pool, or other changes.

Get Help With New Construction

You can use these resources to help you plan and manage your new construction job from beginning to end.

Gut or Renovate

For remodeling kitchens, bathrooms, demolishing an existing structure, and other big projects.

Host an Event

Find the forms and information you need to plan safe block parties, outdoor celebrations, and special events.

Install or Replace

For windows, appliances, plumbing fixtures, solar panels, and other home or business projects.

Repair

For fixing roofs, decks, porches, and other repairs.

Start or Grow a Business

Find the tools, guides, and resources you need to make your business a success in the City of Boston.

Open a Restaurant

Learn about the permits, licenses, and inspections you need to open a restaurant, from choosing a location to opening day.

Use the Street (Parking Resources)

Get get information on managing your parking tickets, reserving a spot for a moving truck, and applying for home and work street permits.

Additional Information

Find licenses and permits for specific needs like filming, owning a dog, boating, fundraising, and youth employment.

FIND A PERMIT

Search a list of City of Boston permits, licenses, and certificates. You can filter by department or category.

Note: We continue to new information to our permit search page. Please check back for additional permits and updates.

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Apply For or Manage a Permit

Online Permits
You can apply for and print select City of Boston permits and licenses.
Inspectional Services Portal

Apply for or manage permits from Inspectional Services.
Fire Prevention Portal

Apply for or manage Fire Prevention Division permits.
Check Permit Status

Check the status of an active City of Boston permit.
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