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Additional Publications

In addition to the reports and other documents listed in the Publications Directory, the Department produces a number of other reports and newsletters on a regular basis.  These include the following:

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For paper copies and to obtain more information about a publication please contact the Community development Department at 617/349-4600 or CDDat344@cambridgema.gov.

Document Name Description Geography Year
Cannabis Business Permit Info Change Request form Fillable PDF for existing cannabis business applicants to request changes to info submitted on Viewpoint 11/27/2023
FY23 Cannabis Business Permit Process Anyone seeking to operate a Cannabis Business, as defined in the Cannabis Business Permit Ordinance, in the City of Cambridge must obtain a Cannabis Business Permit from the City. 11/9/2022
FY22 Cannabis Business Permit Process Outline of permitting process for cannabis businesses in Cambridge. 3/15/2022
How to Do Business with the City of Cambridge 2012 summary of requirements for conducting business with the City of Cambridge. Citywide 7/12/2012
Step-by-Step Guide to Fire Safety Describes circumstances that require and procedures for obtaining different types of fire safety permits. Citywide 7/10/2012
Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining Historical Commission Certificates Explains how the Cambridge Historical Commission regulates designated historic properties, describing process to obtain the required certificates to alter designated historic properties and how to obtain a demolition permit. Citywide 7/10/2012
Step-by-Step Guide to Curb Cuts Brochure explaining who needs a curb cut and how to apply for one. Citywide 7/3/1998
Cambridge Today An interim report on the state of the city from the Envision Cambridge planning process. 9/18/2017
Mid-Cambridge Neighborhood Study Recommendations from 1998 report by a study committee composed of neighborhood residents working with CDD staff covering housing, land use and zoning, urban design, transportation, open space, institutional uses, and economic development. Mid-Cambridge 7/11/1998
North Cambridge Neighborhood Study 1990 report with recommendations by a study committee composed of neighborhood residents working with CDD staff covering housing, land use and zoning, urban design, transportation, open space, institutional uses, and economic development. North Cambridge 7/11/1990