City Budget Walk Through
The Budget Office will host two community engagement events in February to help residents understand how the City’s budget works, how community input shapes budget decisions, and how the community can meaningfully participate in the budget process - both now and in future cycles.
Housing Program Eligibility Tool
Enter your household size and household income into this tool to get information on which housing programs you may be eligible for.
Planning Board
The Cambridge Planning Board reviews plans and proposals under the Special Permit provisions of the Cambridge Zoning Ordinance and Chapter 40A of the Massachusetts General Laws, proposes or reviews zoning amendments, makes recommendations to the City Council about proposed revisions to the Zoning Ordinance, and engages in general planning efforts to improve the physical environment of the City.
FY16 City Manager's Tax Recommendation Letter
City Manager tax letter to city council on recommendation for the required votes necessary to minimize taxes on residential properties, with analyses of the fiscal year property tax levy, property values, and other supporting information.