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Meeting minutes of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus (LGBTQ+) Commission meeting held June 25, 2026

All cannabis businesses, including Marijuana Treatment Centers (MTC), as defined in the Cannabis Business Permit Ordinance, require a Cannabis Business Permit from Cambridge Inspectional Services Department (ISD) before opening. This city permit is different from the state Marijuana License application that is managed by the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (MA CCC). Before the MA CCC issues a final Marijuana License, they will request a copy of your Cannabis Business Permit.

Details on the projects that count toward the requirements of the Cycling Safety Ordinance.

New housing construction is happening across much of Cambridge. In 2025, the City Council passed a change to the zoning ordinance that allows more housing to be built, including in neighborhoods that were zoned to restrict new housing before. The goal of this change was to address the housing shortage that has led to higher housing costs in Cambridge and the surrounding area.

Meeting minutes of the Conservation Commission meeting held December 18, 2023

Missed Opportunities, Shared Responsibilities: Final Report of The Cambridge Review Committee

Meeting minutes of the Cambridge Historical Commission meeting held August 5th, 2010

Serves as the policy underpinning the regulation of institutional uses in the zoning code. Assesses the relative impact on residential neighborhoods of institutional uses and serves as a guide to the Board of Zoning Appeal for granting special permits.

1999 report with recommendations from a study committee composed of neighborhood residents working with CDD staff. Covers housing, land use and zoning, urban design, transportation, open space, institutional uses, and economic development.

Adopted Budget 2009