Permits & Applications
More information about the application and permitting processes for designated properties in Cambridge, MA
Cambridge Office of Early Childhood
The rebrand, including a new website, makes it easier for Cambridge educators and families to access early childhood resources and information.
Central House
The YMCA sold the Central House, a 128-unit SRO facility for men, to Caritas Communities. The property was rehabbed and improved.
Sister Cities Overview
The Peace Commission has official responsibility for establishing and maintaining Cambridge’s sister city relationships
EZRide Information Session
The Department of Transportation will host an information session about the EZRide Shuttle and its recently expanded schedule.
This event will include a short presentation on the EZRide, which is a shuttle bus service that is open to the public for free. The Shuttle goes from North Station through Kendall Square and MIT to Cambridgeport on weekdays. We will show the route and its recently expanded schedule, including the new weekend service.
For more event information: transportation@cambridgema.gov or 617-349-6012
For more EZRide information: charlesrivertma.org
Community Safety Department Development Underway
The City is committed to ensuring the Cambridge community has access to non police responses to crisis situations and creating a sense of safety for all who live, work, play and pray here. The development of the new Community Safety Department is guided by an understanding that a compassionate response to a mental health crisis is optimal for healing and de-escalation.
Mass Ave Planning Study Working Group Meeting
Join us as the planning team presents final planning and urban design recommendations for the areas of North Mass Ave and Porter Square to the Mass Ave Planning Study Working Group.
Planning & Urban Design
Planning and urban design staff members work on many fronts to help the Cambridge community prepare for future growth and change.