How does permit tracking work in Boston?

PermitDashboard connects to Boston's permit system and automatically monitors your permit status. When there's a change, you get an instant alert via email or SMS.

How much does permit monitoring cost in Boston?

Plans start at $10/month for individual contractors. Includes monitoring up to 5 permits, email alerts, and access to all 53+ cities. We offer a 14-day free trial.

What permit types can you track in Boston?

We track 6+ permit types in Boston including building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical permits, and more. The full list of available types is shown on this page.

How often are permit statuses updated?

We check Boston's portal every 15 minutes for paid plans. When your permit status changes, you're notified within minutes, not days.

How does AI document review help?

Our AI analyzes your permit application before you submit and catches common errors that cause rejections. This can reduce rejections by up to 40% and save you weeks of delays.

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Boston, MA Permit Tracking

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Boston Permit Snapshot

Data updated: Feb 1, 2026

Estimated data from industry benchmarks

29 days

Average
Processing

19.2%

Rejection
Rate

#44

Pain Index
Score

Moderate

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Trend
vs last month

Top Rejection Reasons in Boston

1 Incomplete site plan 28%
2 Missing structural calculations 22%
3 Zoning compliance issues 18%
4 Insufficient drainage plan 16%
5 Code compliance issues 10%

Best month to submit: February

Worst month to submit: September

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Two tools for Boston

Everything you need to manage permits here.

BEFORE YOU SUBMIT

AI Permit Checklist

Our AI knows Boston's requirements. It tells you exactly what documents you need before submitting your application.

No rejections for missing documents

AFTER YOU SUBMIT

Permit Monitoring

We check Boston's portal every 15 minutes. When your permit status changes, we notify you by email or text.

No more calling the city

Boston Building Permit Types We Track

Comprehensive contractor permit tracking across all major permit categories in Boston, MA. Monitor 6+ permit types including building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits.

Building Electrical Plumbing Mechanical Historic Environmental

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