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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 |
Alcohol LicenseAnnual Alcohol License fall into two categories, Retail On-Premise for restaurants, hotels & clubs and Retail Off-Premise for package stores and markets. Both are issued by the License Commission in conjunction with the State's Alcohol Beverage Control Commission (ABCC). Retail On-Premise is governed by both Massachusetts General Law ch. 138, sec. 12 and Cambridge Regulations. Retail Off-Premise is governed by both Massachusetts General Law ch. 138, sec. 15 and Cambridge Regulations. The process for applying for a license takes a minimum of eight to ten weeks. |
License Commission617-349-6140 |
Annual Entertainment LicenseAnnual Entertainment Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission. |
License Commission617-349-6140 |
Common Victualler LicensesA Common Victualler License is issued by the Cambridge License Commission and governed by Massachusetts General Laws, Ch. 140, Sec. 2-9. Every food service establishment in the City of Cambridge with capabilities for cooking, preparing, and serving food is required to have a Common Victualler License. |
License Commission617-349-6140 |
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 |
One-Day LicensesOne Day Entertainment Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission and governed by Massachusetts General Law. |
License Commission617-349-6140 |
SeeClickFixSeeClickFix is your direct connection for commonly requested City services. |
City Manager's Office617-349-4300 |
Shops and Sales LicensesThe City of Cambridge issues a number of licenses related to the resale of goods including, second hand goods, antique shops, and auctioneers. |
License Commission617-349-6140 |
Sign CertificationAll signs must be certified by the City of Cambridge prior to display. |
Community Development617-349-4600 |
Used Car Dealer Class I/II/III LicenseUsed Car Dealer Class I, II, III Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission. |
License Commission617-349-6140 |
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