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Applying for a Grant

Applying for grants in the City of Somerville is a collaborative process. No single individual or department makes the decision to apply for a grant—it is always a team approach with many parties helping to determine whether pursuing a grant is in the best interest of the City and its constituents. The grants that the City of Somerville does apply for generally work toward the following goals:

News, Events & Ways to Explore

May Preservation Month Events

Throughout the month of May, the Somerville Museum partners with the City of Somerville and members of the community to host events honoring Somerville’s history. First and foremost, May marks the beginning of our seasonal Docent Program, which you can learn more about at https://www.somervillemuseum.org/docent-program

Members

  • Christopher Spicer Hankle
  • Jason Mackey
  • Elyse Best
  • Martin Polignone

Useful Documents & Resources

Building Permits

When is a Building Permit Required?

  • Anyone seeking to construct, reconstruct, alter, repair, or demolish a structure or install a sign must first obtain a building permit at the Inspectional Services Division (ISD). 

How to File a Claim

Filing a Notice of Claim Against the City

This is an outline of the City's administrative procedures to process a request for compensation due to injuries or damages caused by road or sidewalk defects or potholes on public ways within the City, or by automotive collisions with vehicles owned by the City.

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