Work across 14 different trades pushed the permit count in Cambridge to 121 for the week of September 7–13, 2026. The largest share of activity came from electrical contractors, who filed 43 of the 121 permits recorded across 88 streets. By comparison, the week before brought 210 permits, and the last four weeks have averaged 168.
| Trade | Permits |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 43 |
| HVAC | 18 |
| Roofing | 13 |
| Plumbing | 11 |
| Windows/Doors/Siding | 7 |
| Gas | 7 |
| Building | 5 |
| Fire/Sprinkler | 5 |
Streets with new filings: Alewife Pk, Ames St, Appleton St, Banks St, Beech St, Unit, Bent St, Binney St, Brattle St and 80 more.
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