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| Service | Department |
|---|---|
Planning an Event in the CityPermits are required if you plan to host an event on City property |
Public Works617-349-4800 |
Apply for Dumpster LicenseDumpster Licenses are required in the City of Cambridge and are issued by the Inspectional Services Department. |
Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
Building PermitsAnyone seeking to construct, alter, repair, or demolish a structure must first obtain a building permit. The building permit must be obtained before the start of any work and prominently posted at the job site. |
Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
Food Truck VendingFood trucks are an important and growing part of the Cambridge food businesses economy. Food trucks offer new food businesses a relatively low-cost opportunity for testing menu items, building brand awareness, and growing a loyal customer base. |
Community Development617-349-4600 |
Garage, Flammables, or Garage with Flammables LicenseGarage, Flammables or Garage with Flammables Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission. |
License Commission617-349-6140 |
Pay or View Bill OnlinePay or View real estate, motor vehicle excise, personal property, water bills, Municipal Lien Certificates, and Vital records online. |
Finance617-349-4220 |
SeeClickFixSeeClickFix is your direct connection for commonly requested City services. |
City Manager's Office617-349-4300 |
Temporary Disability Parking Permit ProgramThe Temporary Disability Parking Permit program affords Cambridge residents with disabilities equal opportunities to avail themselves of public parking facilities and on-street parking throughout the City of Cambridge. |
Human Service Programs617-349-6200 |
Towed Vehicle LookupYou may look up a recently towed vehicle by searching our online database. |
Cambridge Police617-349-3300 |
Transportation LicenseThe City of Cambridge issues a number of transportation related licenses: Hackney Licenses (Taxi Cab), Jitney Permits, Letting of Motor Vehicle Licenses (Vehicle Rental businesses), Livery/Limousine Licenses and Used Car Dealer Class I, II, III. |
License Commission617-349-6140 |
Variance or Special PermitSome uses and/or developments of real property may require relief from the Board of Zoning Appeal (BZA). |
Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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