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Apply for an Asbestos Permit

Application to submit when applying for an Asbestos Removal Permit in the City of Cambridge.

Inspectional Services 617-349-6100

Apply for an Auctioneer's License

Auctioneer's Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.

License Commission 617-349-6140

Apply for an Electrical Permit

The Inspectional Services Department issues electrical permits for all work to be performed.

Inspectional Services 617-349-6100

Apply for an Excavation Permit

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.

Public Works 617-349-4800

Apply for an Open Air Parking License

Open Air Parking Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.

License Commission 617-349-6140

Apply for an Package Goods Store License

Package Goods Store Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.

License Commission 617-349-6140

Apply for Bi Directional Amplifier Permit

The Cambridge Fire Department requires a Bi-Directional Radio Amplifier for public safety radio frequencies in all high-rise and below grade structures.

Cambridge Fire 617-349-4900

Apply for Chapter 115 Veterans' Benefits

Veterans and dependents whose income is below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, and whose assets do not exceed $5,000 if singled or $9,800 if married, may be eligible for Chapter 115 benefits.

Veterans Services 617-349-4760

Apply for City of Cambridge Scholarship

With the increasing cost of higher education as well as continued economic uncertainty, these scholarships help ease the financial burden for many Cambridge individuals and families

Finance 617-349-4220

Apply for Fuel Assistance

The Fuel Assistance Program helps low-income residents who live in Cambridge or Somerville pay winter heating bills between November 1 and April 30. Renters and homeowners are eligible to apply if they meet federal income guidelines.

Human Service Programs 617-349-6200
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