3D Data
Cambridge GIS already offers over 200 2D data downloads. We are now pleased to offer you free and open 3D data downloads in a variety of formats.
Planning Studies
The Community Development Departments collaborates with other City departments to conduct planning studies of varying scales, often with goals to rezone, solve a particular problem, or create documentation of a topic.
Aggressive City Goals
The City has set aggressive goals and implemented a series of actions in order to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to a) prevent climate change from worsening b) and address the inevitable impacts of climate change that we are already experiencing in order to improve the health and resilience of the community.
Harvard Square Development Guidelines
Guidance for future, incremental growth and change in the Harvard Square Overlay District pertaining to new construction and renovation. Referenced in Zoning Ordinance, Article 20.50.
Business Outreach
Information about outreach efforts and liaisons to the business community.
Corcoran Park AHO Community Meeting
The CHA is hosting their second AHO community meeting on October 9, 2025 at 6 p.m. to discuss plans for the proposed revitalization at Corcoran Park as 100% affordable housing. Click here for the flyer.
Interested participants may attend:
In-person: VFW at 688 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Via Zoom: Click here to register for the Zoom meeting.
For more information about this project, please visit CHA’s website at https://cambridge-housing.org/departments/planning/planning-projects/corcoran-park-modernization/.
The Importance of Our Senior Residents
Our senior residents are the pillars of our community. They have spent their lives building, nurturing, and contributing to the vibrant and diverse city we call home.