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Electrical Permits

An electrical permit is required for all work to be performed in accordance with the Massachusetts Electrical Code (MEC), 527 CMR 12.00.

Inspectional Services617-349-6100

Emergency Health Profile

Registering an Emergency Health Profile can automatically provide an individual’s vital medical information to first responders in an emergency.

Emergency Communications617-349-6911

Energy Efficiency & Clean Energy

The City’s climate change planning focuses on two key goals: lessening climate change impacts by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and making Cambridge more resilient to climate change impacts.

Community Development617-349-4600

Engineering Services

The Public Works Engineering desk has a large library of historical and current maps, plans and record drawings available for viewing.

Public Works617-349-4800

English Classes / ESOL Program

The Cambridge Community Learning Center (CLC) offers English / ESOL classes to Cambridge residents.

Human Service Programs617-349-6200

FEMA Flood Maps

Digital flood insurance rate maps from the Federal Emergency Management Agency

Public Works617-349-4800

File a complaint against the Police Department

The Police Review & Advisory Board provides a prompt, impartial and fair investigation of complaints brought by individuals against members of the Cambridge Police Department.

Police Review & Advisory Board617-349-6155

File a Discrimination Complaint

Discrimination occurs when a policy or practice that by design or effect segregates, creates unequal status, separates or has a disproportionate impact on a person on the basis of his or her inclusion in one or more legally protected categories.

Human Rights Commission617-349-4396

Fingerprint Cards

Cambridge residents can be fingerprinted for gun permits, employment, security clearances, and immigration purposes at the Cambridge Police Department.

Cambridge Police617-349-3300

Fire Alarm System Permit

Installation or modification to any automatic fire protection system shall require a permit from the Fire Department and Electrical Inspector.

Cambridge Fire617-349-4900
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