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| Service | Department |
|---|---|
Fingerprint CardsCambridge 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 PermitInstallation or modification to any automatic fire protection system shall require a permit from the Fire Department and Electrical Inspector. |
Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
FloodViewer Mapping ToolThe Flood Viewer has been developed as an informational tool for the Cambridge community to assess climate change threats from flooding and to prepare for it by implementing specific strategies. . It is recognized that projected flood information presented in the Flood Viewer are based on climate change scenarios that are drawn from the best available science but involve ranges of uncertainty. The provided flood information will need to be revisited frequently to ensure that our community preparedness efforts continue to reflect updated projections specific to local climate change. |
Public Works617-349-4800 |
Food and Sanitary PermitsInspectional Services Department enforces the State Sanitary Code for establishments. |
Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
Food Truck or Trailer Inspection PermitThe City of Cambridge requires all vending trucks, canteens or food service vehicles which utilize fuel for cooking to be permitted. |
Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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 |
Furniture, Appliance, Large Item DisposalSome appliances, large or bulky items require a permit for disposal. Residents must purchase permits from Public Works in advance to schedule pickup of the items. |
Public Works617-349-4800 |
Garage, Flammables, or Garage with Flammables LicenseGarage, Flammables or Garage with Flammables Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission. |
License Commission617-349-6140 |
Gas Fitting PermitA gas fitting permit is required for all work to be performed in accordance with the pertinent provision of the Massachusetts State Plumbing Code and Chapter 142 of the General Laws. |
Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
GIS Data DownloadsThe public can download City GIS data and use it free of charge. |
GIS617-349-4140 |
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