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Application to submit to apply for a One-Day Catering Permit or an Annual Catering License in the City of Cambridge
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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The Electrical Department approves banner attachments to poles in the public way.
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Electrical617-349-4925 |
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A block party is a community event hosted on a City street by a group of neighbors, a non-profit organization, or an association. During a block party, a portion a single block is closed to through traffic.
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Traffic, Parking, and Transportation617-349-4700 |
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Building permits are issued by the Inspectional Services Department. Anyone seeking to construct, alter, repair, or demolish a structure must first obtain a building permit.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Cannabis Business permits are issued by the Inspectional Services Department. Anyone seeking to open a Cannabis Retail Store or operate as a Cultivator, Product Manufacturer, and/or Transporter in Cambridge must obtain a Cannabis Business permit.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Application to submit when applying for Carbon Monoxide Technical Option Permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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A Common Victualler License (Non-Alcoholic Restaurant) is issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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A Dumpster Permit allows you to reserve curb space for the purpose of temporarily placing a dumpster on a City street for moving debris or garbage from a construction site. Dumpster permits are issued for a maximum of two spaces.
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Traffic, Parking, and Transportation617-349-4700 |
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Application to submit when applying for a Fire Alarm System Modification Permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Application to submit when applying for a Water Based Fire Protection System Modification Permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Application to submit when applying for a Non-Water Based Fire Protection System Modification Permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Application to submit when applying for a Flammable & Combustible Material Permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Inspectional Services enforces the State Sanitary Code for various establishments, including the issuance of temporary food handler permits for special events and farmer's markets.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Fortune Teller's Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Application to submit when applying for Apply for a Fuel Oil Burner & Storage Permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Garage, Flammables or Garage with Flammables Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission and governed by Massachusetts General Law ch. 148 sec. 13 & 56. It takes approximately four to six weeks for the application to be processed, and if approved, the license to be issued.
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License617-349-6140 |
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The Inspectional Services Department issues gas fitting permits for all work to be performed.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Hackney Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Annual Hawker - Peddler Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Application to submit when applying for a Hazardous Materials Processing Permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Innholder Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Jitney Permits are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Letting of Motor Vehicle Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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The Cambridge Police Department (CPD) accepts and processes applications for License to Carry (LTC) & Firearm Identification Card (FID). CPD will only accept and process License to Carry (LTC) & Firearm Identification Card (FID) applications that are complete.
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Cambridge Police617-349-3300 |
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Livery/Limousine Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Marriage Licenses are issued by the City Clerk's Office
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City Clerk's Office617-349-4260 |
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We offer parking permits to people who do not reside in Cambridge for a limited number of reasons.
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Traffic, Parking, and Transportation617-349-4700 |
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One Day Peddler/Vendor Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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One-Day Auction Sale License are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Parking permits allow residents and visitors to park in areas designated "Parking by Permit Only," on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Traffic, Parking, and Transportation617-349-4700 |
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The Inspectional Services Department issues plumbing permits for all work to be performed.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Pole & Conduit Permits are issued by the Pole and Conduit Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Solid Waste Hauler Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Application to submit when applying for a Sprinkler/Standpipe Permit in the City of Cambridge.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Street Performer Permits are issued by the Cambridge Arts Council.
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Cambridge Arts617-349-4380 |
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Application to submit when applying for Tank Installation Permit UST/AST
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Application to submit when applying for Tank Removal Permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Application to submit when applying for Temporary Fuel Storage Permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Application to submit when applying for a Temporary Heat Permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Application for a license to sell tobacco products without a Food Establishment License. Do not use this application if you sell tobacco products along with prepacked food.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Effective March 11th, 2019, an amended City Ordinance restricts removal of “significant trees” on private property.
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Public Works617-349-4800 |
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Unvented Propane or Natural Gas Fired Space Heater Permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Used Car Dealer Class I, II, III Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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The Electrical Department issues Utility Permits for utility work in the public way.
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Electrical617-349-4925 |
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Businesses can apply for valet parking spaces.
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Traffic, Parking, and Transportation617-349-4700 |
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Some uses and/or developments of real property may require relief from the Board of Zoning Appeal (BZA). The BZA hears requests for Variances, Special Permits, Comprehensive Permits, and Appeals.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Annual, on premise licenses for restaurants, hotels & clubs are issued by the License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Amusement Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Annual Entertainment Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Antique or Second Hand Goods Store Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Application to submit when applying for an Asbestos Removal Permit in the City of Cambridge.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Auctioneer's Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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The Inspectional Services Department issues electrical permits for all work to be performed.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Open Air Parking Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Package Goods Store Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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A Tool Truck Permit reserves space for a specified length of time to park contractors' vehicles while doing construction in Cambridge.
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Traffic, Parking, and Transportation617-349-4700 |
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Cambridge residents can apply for or renew their dog’s license online or download the paper application and renew via mail or in person, following instructions on the respective form.
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Animal Commission617-349-4376 |
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Application to submit when modifying the scope of work or personnel (contractor, architect, etc.) for an existing Building Permit application with the City of Cambridge.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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The barbecue area at Danehy Park is open to Cambridge residents from May 1 – November 1. A permit is required to use this area.
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Human Service Programs617-349-6200 |
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Temporary Disability Parking Permit program affords Cambridge residents with disabilities equal opportunities to avail themselves of public parking.
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Human Service Programs617-349-6200 |
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Per Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 136, Section 7, a Sunday/Holiday Work Permit must be obtained for any contractor work to be performed on a Sunday or Holiday.
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Cambridge Police617-349-3300 |
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A Crane, Boom and Pump Truck permit is required if you are using a crane, boom truck, boom lift, man lift, lull, scissor lift, pump truck, or similar aerial/mobile vehicle on a City of Cambridge right-of way.
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Public Works617-349-4800 |
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Application to submit when applying for a Cryogenics/Compressed Gases permit
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Anyone wanting to make or change a cut in the curb of the street, such as in constructing, moving or removing a driveway must first obtain a permit from the City of Cambridge.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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A dewatering permit is required for projects or businesses that plan to discharge to the municipal stormwater or wastewater system from dewatering or pumping activities or want to make changes in discharges from existing connections.
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Public Works617-349-4800 |
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Application to submit when applying for a Farmer's Market Permit in the City of Cambridge.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Application to submit to apply for a Food Establishment Permit in the City of Cambridge.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Application to submit when applying for a mechanical permit in the City of Cambridge
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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Application to submit to apply for a Mobile Food Truck Permit in the City of Cambridge
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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A Moving Container/Crate Permit allows you to reserve curb space for the purpose of placing a crate or container on a City street while moving goods in or out of a building. These permits are issued for three consecutive days.
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Traffic, Parking, and Transportation617-349-4700 |
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A Moving Van Permit allows you to reserve curb space for the purpose of parking a vehicle on a City street while moving goods in or out of a building. Moving Van Permits can be issued for a maximum of three consecutive days.
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Traffic, Parking, and Transportation617-349-4700 |
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No person shall place, affix, erect, constitute or maintain a news rack in or on any part of a public way without first obtaining a Certificate of Compliance from the Department of Public Works.
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Public Works617-349-4800 |
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In an effort to streamline processes and increase transparency, the License Commission has created an application for the following requests: one-day alcohol licenses, one-day entertainment licenses, and one-day alcohol and entertainment licenses.
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License617-349-6140 |
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A park permit is required for any non-athletic events in City parks or public areas and must be obtained through The Department Public Works. If you are looking to reserve an athletic field or use of Danehy Park please call the Recreation Department at (617) 349-6238.
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Public Works617-349-4800 |
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Raffle & Bazaar Permits are processed by the Cambridge License Commission.
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License617-349-6140 |
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Application to submit when applying for a Recreation Camp License in the City of Cambridge.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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A temporary business use sidewalk obstruction permit is required if you are a plan to temporally obstruct a City of Cambridge sidewalk. Please apply for an Annual Sidewalk Obstruction Permit if you plan to use an “A” framed sign, sandwich board, display merchandise, temporary banner or use tables and chairs on a sidewalk in the public way.
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Public Works617-349-4800 |
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A Sidewalk Obstruction permit is required if you are blocking any portion of a City of Cambridge sidewalk whether it be through full closure, partial closure, or walkthrough-staging.
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Public Works617-349-4800 |
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A stormwater control permit is required for construction, development and redevelopment projects in the City of Cambridge to ensure that measures are taken throughout the project to address erosion, nonpoint source pollution, and flood control.
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Public Works617-349-4800 |
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We offer different types of Street Occupancy Permits, which allow you to reserve space on the street for various reasons.
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Traffic, Parking, and Transportation617-349-4700 |
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Application to submit when applying for a Swimming Pool, Wading, Hot Tub or Whirlpool Permit in the City of Cambridge
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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A Temporary Construction Access permit is required for temporary access across a public right-of-way to any construction site.
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Public Works617-349-4800 |
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Application for a Temporary Food Service Permit to operate for no longer than 14 consecutive days in conjunction with a single event or celebration.
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Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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A business use sidewalk obstruction permit is required if you are a business in the City of Cambridge and want to use an “A” framed sign, sandwich board, display merchandise, temporary banner or use tables and chairs on a sidewalk in the public way.
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Public Works617-349-4800 |
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An Excavation and Trench Permit is required if you are excavating or trenching on private property or in a public right-of-way in the City of Cambridge.
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Public Works617-349-4800 |
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The Cambridge Fire Department requires a Bi-Directional Radio Amplifier for public safety radio frequencies in all high-rise and below grade structures.
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Sale and Transfer Smoke/CO Certificate (26F-26F 1/2) - Less Than 6 Units Sold/Transferred
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Cambridge Fire617-349-4900 |
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Many common transactions with the City can be performed online
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City Manager's Office617-349-4300 |
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Marriage Licenses are issued by the City Clerk's Office
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City Clerk's Office617-349-4260 |
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Please note that only certified copies of records are issued by the City Clerk's Office, regardless of intended use.
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City Clerk's Office617-349-4260 |