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Apply for a One-Day Auction Sale License

One-Day Auction Sale License are issued by the Cambridge License Commission.

License Commission 617-349-6140

Apply for a Park Permit

A park permit is required for any non-athletic events in City parks or public areas and must be obtained through The Department Public Works. If you are looking to reserve an athletic field or use of Danehy Park please call the Recreation Department at (617) 349-6238.

Public Works 617-349-4800

Apply for A Personal Exemption

The laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts provide for real estate tax relief for certain people.

Assessing 617-349-4343

Apply for a Plumbing Permit

The Inspectional Services Department issues plumbing permits for all work to be performed.

Inspectional Services 617-349-6100

Apply for a Pole & Conduit Permit

Pole & Conduit Permits are issued by the Pole and Conduit Commission.

License Commission 617-349-6140

Apply for a Preservation Grant

To aid in the preservation and rehabilitation of these older buildings, the Cambridge Historical Commission administers various federal, state, and local programs.

Historical Commission 617-349-4683

Apply for a protection order

Abuse Prevention Orders are more commonly known restraining orders (RO) and are available to protect a person who is in fear of physical abuse, experiencing physical abuse, and/or has been forced to engage in sexual relations by a current or former spouse, partner, family member, or live in roommate.

Cambridge Police 617-349-3300

Apply for A Raffle Bazaar Permit

Raffle & Bazaar Permits are processed by the Cambridge License Commission.

License Commission 617-349-6140

Apply for a Recreational Camp License

Application to submit when applying for a Recreation Camp License in the City of Cambridge.

Inspectional Services 617-349-6100

Apply for A Residential Exemption

Taxpayers who own and occupy their home can save on their tax bill by having a portion of their tax bill exempted from taxation.

Assessing 617-349-4343
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