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2003 guidelines providing a framework for the design of a livable mixed community in the North Point area of Cambridge.

This is a photo gallery of the 15 finalists in the 2020 Vacant Storefront Design Contest

Join the Community Development Department and community members at an open house for the draft Citywide Urban Design Guidelines.

16-28 Porter Street is a 12,920 square foot vacant lot located in the Wellington-Harrington neighborhood, a location surrounded by many amenities such as Twin city Plaza, Gold Star Mothers Park, and the Lechmere MBTA station. It was acquired by the Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA) in April 2026 with financial support from the Cambridge Affordable Housing Trust (CAHT). The site is expected to be developed under the provisions of the Affordable Housing Overlay.

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This is a photo gallery of the 15 finalists in the 2023 Vacant Storefront Design Contest

Cambridge Redevelopment Authority Design Review Remote Meeting

This is a gallery of the winners art work for the 2019 Cambridge Vacant Storefront Design Contest

Universal Design playground equipment is designed to be usable by everyone without special adaptations or retrofitting. Let’s go beyond legally required minimum accessibility standards to ensure our playgrounds truly welcome everyone!

The 2023 Vacant Storefront Design Contest People's Choice Vote is now open!