Permit Details: Newton, MA
3,150 permits worth $165.0M issued in 2025.
Year-over-Year Permit Data (2021 – 2025)
Annual permit counts and construction values broken down by trade.
| Year | Total Permits | Total Value | Electrical | Plumbing | Building | Mechanical |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,350 | $188.0M | 1,140 | 805 | 1,010 | 395 |
| 2022 | 3,220 | $175.0M | 1,095 | 770 | 975 | 380 |
| 2023 | 2,910 | $140.0M | 990 | 700 | 875 | 345 |
| 2024 | 3,050 | $152.0M | 1,040 | 730 | 920 | 360 |
| 2025 | 3,150 | $165.0M | 1,070 | 755 | 950 | 375 |
Permit Volume Trend
Total annual permit counts for the past 5 years.
Average Permit Value Trend
The average project cost has shifted over the past 5 years.
Permit Type Deep Dive
Detailed breakdown of permit types with trends.
| Permit Type | % of Total | Avg Value | 5yr Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 33% | $3K | ↗ Steady growth |
| Building | 29% | $35K | → Stable |
| Plumbing | 24% | $6K | ↗ Slight increase |
| Mechanical/HVAC | 14% | $9K | ↗ Rising with heat pump adoption |
Seasonal Patterns
Building activity follows predictable seasonal cycles in New England.
Spring (Mar–May)
~35% of annual permits
Peak season for building permits as outdoor projects begin.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
~30% of annual permits
High volume for HVAC and roofing work.
Fall (Sep–Nov)
~25% of annual permits
Interior renovations and weatherization projects.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
~10% of annual permits
Low season—mostly emergency repairs and interior work.
Contractor Ranking
The top 5 most active contractors by permit count in 2025.
#1
Newton Electrical Service Inc Electrical
220 permits $4,000 avg
#2
Savoie Plumbing & Heating Plumbing
155 permits $5,800 avg
#3
J&M Home Improvements Building
95 permits $42,000 avg
#4
Newton HVAC Services Mechanical/HVAC
82 permits $9,500 avg
#5
Ackerman Building Corp Building
52 permits $68,000 avg