Boston Inspectional Services Department

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The official Bluesky account of Boston's Inspectional Services Department. We protect the health and safety of Boston's business and residential communities by enforcing building, housing, health, and environmental regulations. boston.gov/isd

This week, our Building Officials are at the International Code Council (ICC) Annual Conference in Cleveland! They’re learning the latest in building codes and safety practices to keep Boston’s homes and businesses resilient and safe.
Heading into the 4th of July weekend? If you’re firing up the grill, make safety part of the celebration! Charcoal ash can build up and block vents, leading to temperature issues and fire risks. Clean out the ash before each use to stay safe and in control. #GrillSafeBoston
🏠 Rental Property Owners: Don’t Miss the June 30 Deadline! All rental units in Boston must be registered annually with the City. ✅ Why if matters? • It's required by law • Helps ensure safe, healthy housing 📅 Deadline: June 30, 2025 🔗 Register here: boston.gov/rental-registration #RentalRegistration #SafeHousingBoston
Building Officials have been hard at work, not just in the field but also behind the scenes, ensuring our teams are well-versed in the latest building codes & inspection standards. Local training sessions & productive discussions help keep our code officials informed.
This past weekend, our amazing team members showed up and showed out at The Greater Boston Sector (GBS) National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) Career Fair! Our code officials generously volunteered their time to connect with the community and share their knowledge of the codes. #BuildingTheFuture
Despite the rain, teams from ESD, MONS, & ISD hit the streets of Dorchester to tackle rodent issues head-on! 🌧Keeping our community clean & rodent-free is a team effort! 💪 If you see rodent activity, report it to 311.
Update regarding Kneeland St.: Businesses Re-opening Soon Commissioner Del Rio and Building Inspector Kurpeski conducted a walkthrough of storefronts on Kneeland St. after a vehicle clipped a building. Fortunately, the mixed-use property, which houses both commercial and residential spaces, sustained only minor damage with no structural impact. All businesses are expected to reopen by tomorrow.
🐭🚫 **Dorchester Clean Community: Let’s Keep Our Neighborhood Rodent-Free!** 🚫🐭 Community walkthroughs help us identify not only code violations but also the root causes of rodent issues—like excessive litter, improper trash storage, and other quality-of-life concerns. A cleaner neighborhood isn’t just about appearance—it keeps pests away and improves our community! Let’s work together for a cleaner, safer Dorchester! 💪🏽🏡 #DorchesterCleanCommunity #RodentFree #NeighborhoodPride
Zoom Meeting: How to Keep Your Environment Pest Free Join us as we share updates, & discuss ways we can all help keep our neighborhood clean & rodent-free. 📅 April 2, 2025 ⏰6pm 💻Meeting ID: 829 8744 0409 Passcode: 921693