West Cambridge Neighborhood Study
2007 recommendations by a study committee composed of neighborhood residents working with CDD staff covering housing, land use and zoning, urban design, transportation, open space, institutional uses, and economic development.
Strawberry Hill Neighborhood Study
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.
Children and Families
Access information for parents and providers about childcare programs across the state.
Cambridge Adopts New Zero Waste Policies to Take Effect in 2027
On August 3, the City Council adopted several new and updated policies to help Cambridge reduce waste, lower trash disposal costs, reduce climate impacts, and address rodent activity.
The changes support goals in the City’s Zero Waste Master Plan 2.0, which City Council adopted in June 2025.
The new policies apply to residential and commercial buildings throughout Cambridge and will take effect on February 3, 2027.