The Permit Division closes at noon (12:00pm) on Fridays.  Any applications submitted after 11:30am on Fridays will not be processed until the following Monday (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday). 

Remember, applications and payment must be received 6 business days prior to permit start date.  Applications are accepted online, by mail or in person.

All permit fees must be paid prior to Street Occupancy Permits being approved. Cash, check or credit card payments can be made at the Street Occupancy Permit Division, T, P & T, 344 Broadway, Cambridge MA 02139.

After submitting applications on-line (excluding Moving Van) credit card payments will be accepted over the phone by calling 617-349-4721 or 617-349-4714.

Modification of date, time or location to permits will not be accepted after signs have been posted unless due to extreme weather conditions.   In the event that an applicant requests a posting modification after signs are posted, there will be no refund and applicant's must re-apply and pay for a new permit.