Permits filed in Cambridge for the week of August 31 – September 6, 2026: 150, versus 105 the week prior. The largest share of activity came from electrical contractors, who filed 44 of the 150 permits recorded across 98 streets. The weekly figure shifted +43% from the previous period; the four-week norm is 131.
| Trade | Permits |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 44 |
| HVAC | 35 |
| Windows/Doors/Siding | 14 |
| Roofing | 13 |
| Asbestos | 9 |
| Kitchen/Bath | 8 |
| New Construction | 7 |
| Gas | 7 |
Streets with new filings: Allston St, Ames St, Ash Street Pl, Banks St, Berkeley Pl, Binney St, Blanchard Rd, Brattle Sq, Unit and 90 more.
The week's numbers summarize a longer list; Cambridge contractors can read that list, address by address, at masspermits.com.
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