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Apply for a Used Car Dealer Class I, II, III Licenses

Used Car Dealer Class I, II, III Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.

License Commission 617-349-6140

Apply for a Utility Permit

The Electrical Department issues Utility Permits for utility work in the public way.

Electrical 617-349-4925

Apply for a Valet Permit

Businesses can apply for valet parking spaces.

Traffic, Parking, and Transportation 617-349-4700

Apply for a Variance or Special Permit

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.

Inspectional Services 617-349-6100

Apply for Affordable Housing

Our Housing Division offers both rental and ownership opportunities.

Community Development 617-349-4600

Apply for Afterschool Programs

Our afterschool program is designed to build children’s social skills and enhance their school-day learning.

Human Service Programs 617-349-6200

Apply for an Alcohol License, Annual - On Premise

Annual, on premise licenses for restaurants, hotels & clubs are issued by the License Commission.

License Commission 617-349-6140

Apply for an Amusement License

Amusement Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.

License Commission 617-349-6140

Apply for an Annual Entertainment License

Annual Entertainment Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.

License Commission 617-349-6140

Apply for an Annual Sidewalk Business Use Permit

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.

Public Works 617-349-4800
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