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8ypp-4946
(DEPRECATED) Miovision Traffic Data
THIS DATA SET IS DEPRECATED as of 11/1/2024. Please find the new and IMPROVED traffic volume data set at https://data.cambridgema.gov/Traffic-Parking-and-Transportation/Miovision-Traffic-Volume-Data-All-/jwtp-n65u/about_data Traffic data comes from sensors installed at city intersections. These sensors do not take ...
Transportation
Miovision
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/8ypp-4946
data.cambridgema.gov
As Needed
2024-11-12T18:08:27.000Z
2025-12-16T15:46:05.000Z
2020-06-16T20:04:27.000Z
1,116
20
652
["bicycle count", "motor vehicles", "bicycles", "traffic counts"]
["Day", "class", "intersection", "qty", "TimeBin15m", "RushHour"]
2026-03-12T07:14:08.397663
fair
0.688
1
2
Very vague description
This dataset contains traffic volume data from sensors installed at city intersections, including counts of cars, trucks, bikes, and vans in 15-minute increments. It may be incomplete or missing when sensors are offline or being repaired.
3
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["traffic-volume", "intersection-data", "sensor-readings"]
1
67
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:14:08
2026-03-12 07:14:08
gyig-vxkp
(OBSOLETE) Dumpster License Violations (Ord. 1329, Chp. 8.25)
OBSOLETE- This data set is no longer being updated after March 2022. Violations cited for not obtaining a Dumpster License.
Inspectional Services
City of Cambridge, Inspectional Services Department
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/gyig-vxkp
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2022-03-28T13:44:43.000Z
2025-09-17T13:51:32.000Z
2014-05-27T16:31:41.000Z
1,209
21
523
["dumpsters", "health and safety", "violations"]
["Case Number", "Address (address)", "Address (city)", "Code Number", "Address", "Parcel", "Code Description", "cambridge_neighborhoods", "cambridge_cdd_zoning", "cambridge_zipcodes", "Address (state)", "Address (zip)", "Date Cited", "Date Corrected", "Violation Status"]
2026-03-12T07:44:51.075412
fair
0.738
0.5
2
Very vague description
This dataset contains information on dumpster license violations in Cambridge, including case numbers and addresses.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and useful
["dumpster-regulations", "license-violations", "health-safety"]
1
67
1
1
1
714
2026-03-12 07:44:51
2026-03-12 07:44:51
5d8j-6wzj
2016 Presidential and State Election Results
Cambridge results from the November 8, 2016, election.
null
City of Cambridge Election Commission
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/5d8j-6wzj
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2017-01-26T16:30:27.000Z
2024-05-06T21:30:24.000Z
2017-01-23T17:49:08.000Z
1,606
56
397
["government and finance", "elections"]
["Candidate", "Ward & Precinct", "Count", "Race"]
2026-03-12T07:53:31.034751
poor
0.475
0
3
Adequate clarity
This dataset contains Cambridge election results from the November 8, 2016, election, including candidate and ward information.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and useful
["election-results", "cambridge-elections", "government-elections"]
1
33
1
1
0
2,601
2026-03-12 07:53:31
2026-03-12 07:53:31
693a-ehdm
ASSESSING_ParcelsFY2016
NEW MAP: https://data.cambridgema.gov/Assessing/Cambridge-Parcel-Data-Map/nz6r-3fde This dataset is OBSOLETE as of 10/24/2024 and will be removed from the Open Data Portal on 10/24/2025 An updated version of this dataset is available at https://data.cambridgema.gov/Assessing/Cambridge-Parcel-Data/c392-hjk3/about_data...
Assessing
City of Cambridge
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/693a-ehdm
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2024-10-24T18:09:35.000Z
2024-11-01T20:22:00.000Z
2015-10-27T16:51:31.000Z
291
12
222
["obsolete", "parcels"]
["LOT", "ML", "created_da", "SOURCE", "SHAPE_STLe", "last_edi_1", "last_edite", "LOC_ID", "EditDate", "created_us", "UYEAR", "SHAPE_STAr", "PLAN_ID", "POLY_TYPE", "Editor", "MAP", "the_geom", "GlobalID"]
2026-03-12T07:14:20.409620
fair
0.637
1
4
Clearly explains purpose
This dataset contains parcel data for Cambridge, including property parcels with unique Map and Lot ID numbers, created for internal use and external reference.
4
Tags are mostly relevant but somewhat vague
["parcel-data", "cambridge-properties", "assessing-department"]
1
33
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:14:20
2026-03-12 07:14:20
kkn6-hyu9
Aggregated Street Occupancy Permits
This data set contains an aggregation of different types of street occupancy and parking permits, which allow people and companies to reserve curb space on City streets for various reasons.
Transportation
Traffic & Parking
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/kkn6-hyu9
data.cambridgema.gov
Daily
2026-03-11T15:52:47.000Z
2026-03-11T15:52:47.000Z
2024-10-31T17:26:14.000Z
1,197
94
251
["street", "parking", "permit"]
["end_time_ampm", "num_days", "longitude", "latitude", "meter_1_street", "num_metered_spaces", "meter_9_street", "meter_8_id", "meter_7_id", "meter_6_street", "permit type", "full_address", "rain_date", "meter_8_street", "longitude_addl", "specific URL", "Police Neighborhood Regions", "Police Response Districts", "stat...
2026-03-12T06:27:00.152330
good
0.888
1
3
Adequate but vague
This dataset contains aggregated street occupancy and parking permits, allowing people and companies to reserve curb space on City streets for various reasons. It includes data on permit types, locations, and durations.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["street-permits", "parking-permits", "transportation-data", "city-permits", "occupancy-permits"]
1
67
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:27:00
2026-03-12 06:27:00
jabj-v7kz
American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates by Neighborhood: Basic Demographics
This dataset provides basic demographic information for Cambridge neighborhoods, based on 2020-2024 American Community Survey estimates. Because the U.S. Census Bureau does not publish data at the geographic level of Cambridge neighborhoods, 2020 Census block groups were aggregated to approximate neighborhood boundari...
Neighborhood Census Data
U.S. Census Bureau data aggregated by the Cambridge Community Development Department
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/jabj-v7kz
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2026-02-06T16:04:12.000Z
2026-02-06T16:04:32.000Z
2019-05-15T15:59:00.000Z
1,834
176
601
["census", "housing and development", "neighborhoods", "population", "glocal", "american community survey"]
["Multiple Unrelated Persons HHs %", "Single Person HHs %", "Persons per Household", "Population in Households %", "Households", "Age 65 Years and Older %", "Age 55 to 64 Years %", "Age 45 to 54 Years %", "Age 35 to 44 Years %", "Age 25 to 34 Years %", "Age 18 to 24 Years %", "Age 5 to 17 Years %", "Age < 5 Years %", "...
2026-03-12T07:03:03.861175
fair
0.788
1
4
clearly explains purpose
This dataset contains basic demographic information for Cambridge neighborhoods, based on 2020-2024 American Community Survey estimates. It includes metrics such as household composition and age distribution. This data is useful for understanding neighborhood characteristics.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["census-data", "neighborhood-demographics", "american-community-survey"]
1
100
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:03:03
2026-03-12 07:03:03
mayq-xm5d
American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates by Neighborhood: Housing Statistics
This dataset provides housing information for Cambridge neighborhoods, based on 2020-2024 American Community Survey estimates. Because the U.S. Census Bureau does not publish data at the geographic level of Cambridge neighborhoods, 2020 Census block groups were aggregated to approximate neighborhood boundaries. In mos...
Neighborhood Census Data
U.S. Census Bureau data aggregated by Cambridge Community Development Department
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/mayq-xm5d
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2026-02-06T17:21:21.000Z
2026-02-06T17:22:48.000Z
2019-05-15T15:11:01.000Z
2,127
135
505
["neighborhoods", "census", "american community survey", "glocal", "housing and development", "population"]
["Owner-Occupied % (as % of occupied units)", "Owner-Occupied Units", "Other Vacant Units %", "Renter-Occupied % (as % of occupied units)", "Longitude", "Coordinates", "Latitude", "Other Vacant Units", "Market Vacant Units %", "Market Vacant Units", "Vacant Units %", "Vacant Units", "Occupied Units", "Census Block Grou...
2026-03-12T07:00:51.461112
fair
0.788
1
4
Clearly states the data
This dataset contains housing statistics for Cambridge neighborhoods, aggregated from 2020-2024 American Community Survey estimates. It includes metrics such as owner-occupied units and vacant units. The data is useful for understanding housing trends in Cambridge neighborhoods.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["cambridge", "neighborhoods", "housing-statistics", "census-data", "american-community-survey"]
1
100
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:00:51
2026-03-12 07:00:51
maef-iias
American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates by Neighborhood: Median Income
This dataset provides median income information for Cambridge neighborhoods, based on 2020-2024 American Community Survey estimates. Because the U.S. Census Bureau does not publish data at the geographic level of Cambridge neighborhoods, 2020 Census block groups were aggregated to approximate neighborhood boundaries....
Neighborhood Census Data
U.S. Census Bureau data aggregated by the Cambridge Community Development Department
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/maef-iias
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2026-02-06T18:09:49.000Z
2026-02-06T18:10:12.000Z
2016-02-10T19:56:41.000Z
2,070
114
820
["housing and development", "income", "census", "glocal", "neighborhoods"]
["Longitude", "Neighborhood Number", "Police Neighborhood Regions", "Census Blocks 2010", "cambridge_cdd_zoning", "Latitude", "cambridge_neighborhoods", "Police Response Districts", "Median Family Income", "Median Household Income", "Neighborhood Name", "Coordinates", "Census Block Groups"]
2026-03-12T07:00:27.145739
fair
0.788
1
4
Clearly states what data is collected
This dataset contains median income information for Cambridge neighborhoods, based on 2020-2024 American Community Survey estimates. It includes median household and family income metrics. This data is useful for housing and development planning.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["housing-income", "census-data", "neighborhoods", "income-disparities"]
1
100
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:00:27
2026-03-12 07:00:27
m9gy-vc6p
American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates by Neighborhood: Socio-Economic Characteristics
This dataset provides socio-economic information for Cambridge neighborhoods, based on 2020-2024 American Community Survey estimates. Because the U.S. Census Bureau does not publish data at the geographic level of Cambridge neighborhoods, 2020 Census block groups were aggregated to approximate neighborhood boundaries....
Neighborhood Census Data
U.S. Census Bureau data aggregated by Cambridge Community Development Department
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/m9gy-vc6p
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2026-02-06T17:57:49.000Z
2026-02-06T17:58:05.000Z
2019-05-15T15:25:01.000Z
1,418
43
583
["education", "glocal", "equity", "income", "census", "american community survey", "language", "housing and development"]
["Neighborhood Name", "Police Response Districts", "Police Neighborhood Regions", "Census Blocks 2010", "cambridge_cdd_zoning", "cambridge_neighborhoods", "Individual Poverty Rate", "Poverty Rate Female Householder, No Spouse Present, with Related Children HHs", "Per Capita Income", "3 or More Household Vehicles Availa...
2026-03-12T07:00:39.310230
fair
0.788
1
4
Clear about what data
This dataset contains socio-economic information for Cambridge neighborhoods, based on 2020-2024 American Community Survey estimates. It includes metrics such as individual poverty rate, per capita income, and household vehicle availability.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and useful
["census-data", "neighborhood-characteristics", "american-community-survey", "socio-economic-data", "cambridge-ma"]
1
100
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:00:39
2026-03-12 07:00:39
46sm-9zs4
Annual Town Gown Report Higher Education Statistics 2000 - Present
The Town Gown reporting process derives from the 1991 Mayor's Committee on University-Community Relationships. This review takes two forms. Every year each school first submits a Town Gown Annual Report; this is then followed by a presentation to the Cambridge Planning Board. The data included here is taken from the...
Planning
Cambridge post-secondary educational institutions
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/46sm-9zs4
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2026-01-20T16:02:53.000Z
2026-01-20T16:02:53.000Z
2021-02-10T14:33:51.000Z
1,794
69
395
["university", "planning", "education"]
["Taxable Land", "Total Payments", "Staff", "Harvard Students", "Cambridge College GFA", "Faculty", "Reside in Cambridge", "Degree Students", "Student Residents - Dormitory", "Harvard GFA", "Lesley GFA", "MIT GFA", "Non-Taxable Land", "Fiscal Year", "Hult Students", "Cambridge College Students", "All Employees", "Repor...
2026-03-12T07:05:17.684695
good
0.888
1
3
Lacks specific details
This dataset contains annual reports from Cambridge post-secondary educational institutions on their taxable land, payments, staff, and student populations, primarily for planning purposes.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["town-gown", "higher-education", "cambridge-planning"]
1
67
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:05:17
2026-03-12 07:05:17
rrgw-vvzj
Appliance Large Items Permits
Appliance Large Items Permits (to remove large appliances as trash) since April 2018
Public Works
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/rrgw-vvzj
data.cambridgema.gov
Weekly
2026-03-09T12:08:56.000Z
2026-03-09T12:08:56.000Z
2019-12-12T21:05:10.000Z
792
19
339
["permits", "appliances"]
["Census Blocks 2010", "Washer", "Freezer", "Lawnmower ", "MBL", "Street Name", "Dryer", "Exercise Equipment ", "Quantity of Other", "Metal Filing Cabinet", "Water Heater", "Police Response Districts", "Coordinates", "Water Cooler", "Trash Compactor", "Snowblower", "cambridge_neighborhoods", "cambridge_cdd_zoning", "Mi...
2026-03-12T06:38:28.122168
fair
0.675
1
3
Lacks what and when
This dataset contains permit data for large appliances collected by Public Works since April 2018, including quantities of items like washers, freezers, and lawnmowers.
3
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["large-appliances", "permits", "public-works", "waste-management"]
1
33
1
0
1
0
2026-03-12 06:38:28
2026-03-12 06:38:28
tdg3-whvc
Application to Modify Building Plans
This data set lists applications to modify building plans. These applications are submitted for two reasons: 1. Change of contractor 2. Minor change in building plans (i.e. not a change to floor area/volume, use, or anything that requires extensive review by other city departments). For more information see https://ca...
Inspectional Services
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/tdg3-whvc
data.cambridgema.gov
Weekly
2026-03-09T11:55:51.000Z
2026-03-09T11:55:51.000Z
2025-02-21T13:43:03.000Z
268
7
26
["construction", "buildings", "permit"]
["condo_assoc", "register_firm", "total_increase_cost", "increase_plumbing_cost", "increase_hvac_cost", "license_expiration", "traffic_review", "viewpoint_id", "issue_date", "longitude", "Full address", "zoning_no_mods", "latitude", "bza_number", "license_number 1", "increase_fire_cost", "increase_building_cost", "orig...
2026-03-12T06:44:52.174424
fair
0.788
1
4
Clearly explains purpose
This dataset contains applications to modify building plans submitted for contractor changes or minor plan adjustments. It includes fields such as condo association and license expiration. This data is useful for tracking building modifications and permit processes.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["building-permits", "construction-plans", "city-permits"]
1
67
1
0
1
0
2026-03-12 06:44:52
2026-03-12 06:44:52
b2gz-4dd7
Art Organizations in Cambridge
Organizations and/or venues that operate or provide arts programming in Cambridge.
null
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/b2gz-4dd7
data.cambridgema.gov
As Needed
2024-07-30T15:57:18.000Z
2024-07-30T15:57:32.000Z
2022-07-28T13:22:09.000Z
1,025
20
899
["art", "non-profit"]
["Latitude", "City", "ZIP Code", "Longitude", "mapping location", "Police Response Districts", "cambridge_neighborhoods", "cambridge_cdd_zoning", "State", "Police Neighborhood Regions", "Census Blocks 2010", "Name", "NTEE Code", "NTEE Code Description", "Address"]
2026-03-12T07:15:20.410577
poor
0.575
1
3
Adequate topic mention
This dataset contains information about art organizations in Cambridge, including their locations and neighborhoods.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and useful
["art-organizations", "cambridge", "non-profit"]
1
33
1
0
0
0
2026-03-12 07:15:20
2026-03-12 07:15:20
ay64-ymwq
Article 22 Green Building Review Projects
Profiles of development projects that are subject to Section 22.20 – Green Building Requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. Green Building Requirements ensures that major new projects and substantially rehabilitated buildings are planned, designed and constructed using environmentally sustainable and energy-efficient pr...
Energy and the Environment
Community Development Department
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/ay64-ymwq
data.cambridgema.gov
As Needed
2025-12-01T20:38:30.000Z
2025-12-01T20:38:52.000Z
2016-12-12T20:48:48.000Z
3,988
84
636
["enterprise green communities", "housing and development", "leed", "passive house", "sustainability", "phius", "zoning", "energy", "energy efficiency"]
["Total LEED Points Claimed", "Rating Level", "Rating System & Version", "Solar Capacity", "Solar Ready", "Planning Board Special Permit Number", "Residential Units", "Gross Floor Area", "Approval Type", "Year Complete", "Project Stage", "Project Use", "Project Type", "Neighborhood", "Developer/Owner", "Former Site Nam...
2026-03-12T07:08:06.808351
fair
0.788
1
4
Clearly explains purpose
This dataset contains profiles of development projects that meet Green Building Requirements, including LEED points claimed, rating levels, and solar capacities.
5
Tags are highly accurate and specific
["green-building", "sustainable-development", "energy-efficiency", "zoning-ordinance", "urban-planning"]
1
100
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:08:06
2026-03-12 07:08:06
jrxr-y9ty
Asbestos Removal Permits
Asbestos Removal Permits in Cambridge. Contractors must obtain a permit to remove asbestos in any building in the City of Cambridge. The Inspectional Services Department administers asbestos removal permits to ensure that the hazardous substance is being handled in accordance with relevant regulations and best practice...
Inspectional Services
City of Cambridge Inspectional Services Department
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/jrxr-y9ty
data.cambridgema.gov
Weekly
2026-03-09T11:56:06.000Z
2026-03-09T11:56:06.000Z
2018-06-26T16:15:44.000Z
2,734
53
667
["health and safety", "permits", "construction", "environment", "asbestos"]
["ID", "Status", "num dwelling units", "Building Use", "employment arrangement", "epa project number", "MBL", "Viewpoint ID", "Issue Date", "Applicant submit date", "Disposal", "Building Type", "Latitude", "Proposed End", "Coordinates", "Longitude", "Description of Proposed Work", "Cost Estimate", "Proposed Start", "DB...
2026-03-12T06:44:40.234475
good
0.938
1
4
Clear purpose stated
This dataset contains information on asbestos removal permits issued by the City of Cambridge Inspectional Services Department. It includes details on permit status, building use, and employment arrangement. The data is used to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices for asbestos removal.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["asbestos-removal", "construction-permits", "environmental-regulations"]
1
100
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:44:40
2026-03-12 06:44:40
v43b-kqeq
Average Daily Traffic Counts 1972 to 2017 (Historical)
This dataset contains the Average Daily Traffic counts and AM and PM peak hour Traffic counts measured on various road segments in the City of Cambridge from 1972 to 2017. The counts in this data set reflect only vehicle counts. An Average Daily Count measures the number of vehicles for an entire day, or an average of ...
Transportation
City of Cambridge Traffic and Parking
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/v43b-kqeq
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2017-02-24T13:59:41.000Z
2025-12-16T15:45:59.000Z
2015-11-10T21:00:01.000Z
4,601
56
758
["traffic counts", "vision zero"]
["2000", "2001", "2002", "2003", "2006", "2008", "2010", "AMPeak1989", "AMPeak1994", "AMPeak1998", "AMPeak2000", "AMPeak2001", "AMPeak2004", "AMPeak2009", "AMPeak2012", "AMPeak2013", "AMPeak2014", "AM Peak 2016", "PMPeak1998", "PMPeak2001", "PMPeak2009", "PMPeak2012", "PMPeak2013", "Location (address)", "Location (stat...
2026-03-12T07:53:07.442972
poor
0.587
0
4
Clear about data types
This dataset contains historical traffic counts measured on various road segments in Cambridge from 1972 to 2017. It includes average daily traffic counts and AM and PM peak hour traffic counts. The data is used to calculate traffic volumes for transportation planning.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["traffic-volumes", "cambridge-traffic", "transportation-planning"]
1
33
1
1
1
2,572
2026-03-12 07:53:07
2026-03-12 07:53:07
4hqi-mnr3
BEUDO Buildings 2015
This layer of BEUDO building footprints for 2015 is provided for the related BEUDO 2015 map. The official Cambridge GIS buildings layer is updated regularly and footprints and building IDs used in this historic layer may have changed. Please see this link for the most up to date citywide building footprint layer: https...
Energy and the Environment
City of Cambridge
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/4hqi-mnr3
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2026-02-06T17:13:43.000Z
2026-02-06T17:13:59.000Z
2023-04-10T16:45:20.000Z
235
4
243
["building energy use disclosure ordinance - beudo"]
["Reporting ID", "multipolygon", "BldgID"]
2026-03-12T07:01:03.520445
fair
0.637
1
3
Adequate explanation
This dataset contains building footprints for 2015, including Reporting ID, multipolygon, and BldgID. It is part of the Cambridge GIS buildings layer and related to the BEUDO 2015 map.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and specific
["building-footprints", "cambridge-gis", "beudo-2015"]
1
33
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:01:03
2026-03-12 07:01:03
36ip-326w
BEUDO Buildings 2016
This layer of BEUDO building footprints for 2016 is provided for the related BEUDO 2016 map. The official Cambridge GIS buildings layer is updated regularly and footprints and building IDs used in this historic layer may have changed. Please see this link for the most up to date citywide building footprint layer: https...
Energy and the Environment
City of Cambridge
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/36ip-326w
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2026-02-06T17:11:43.000Z
2026-02-06T17:11:54.000Z
2023-04-10T16:42:43.000Z
202
7
221
["building energy use disclosure ordinance - beudo"]
["Reporting ID", "BldgID", "multipolygon"]
2026-03-12T07:01:15.462958
fair
0.637
1
3
Mentions topic but lacks details
This dataset contains building footprints for 2016, including Reporting ID and BldgID, as part of the City of Cambridge's Energy and the Environment category.
4
Tags are broadly correct and specific
["building-footprints", "energy-disclosure", "cambridge-ma"]
1
33
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:01:15
2026-03-12 07:01:15
v648-bvf6
BEUDO Buildings 2017
This layer of BEUDO building footprints for 2017 is provided for the related BEUDO 2017 map. The official Cambridge GIS buildings layer is updated regularly and footprints and building IDs used in this historic layer may have changed. Please see this link for the most up to date citywide building footprint layer: https...
Energy and the Environment
City of Cambridge
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/v648-bvf6
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2026-02-06T17:07:36.000Z
2026-02-06T17:07:48.000Z
2023-04-10T16:40:15.000Z
306
12
251
["building energy use disclosure ordinance - beudo"]
["BldgID", "multipolygon", "Reporting ID"]
2026-03-12T07:01:27.493547
fair
0.637
1
3
Lacks key details
This dataset contains building footprints for 2017 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It includes BldgID and multipolygon data. The dataset is related to the City of Cambridge's Energy and the Environment category.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and useful
["building-footprints", "cambridge-ma", "beudo-ordinance"]
1
33
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:01:27
2026-03-12 07:01:27
gh2d-pibw
BEUDO Buildings 2018
This layer of BEUDO building footprints for 2018 is provided for the related BEUDO 2018 map. The official Cambridge GIS buildings layer is updated regularly and footprints and building IDs used in this historic layer may have changed. Please see this link for the most up to date citywide building footprint layer: https...
Energy and the Environment
City of Cambridge
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/gh2d-pibw
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2026-02-06T17:04:46.000Z
2026-02-06T17:04:57.000Z
2023-04-10T16:20:18.000Z
207
5
233
["building energy use disclosure ordinance - beudo"]
["multipolygon", "BldgID", "Reporting ID"]
2026-03-12T07:01:39.652427
fair
0.637
1
3
Mentions topic but lacks details
This dataset contains historic building footprints for 2018 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, including multipolygon and building ID information, which can be used for energy and environmental analysis.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and specific
["historic-buildings", "cambridge-ma", "energy-environmental-data", "building-footprints"]
1
33
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:01:39
2026-03-12 07:01:39
vuix-ibnc
BEUDO Buildings 2019
This layer of BEUDO building footprints for 2019 is provided for the related BEUDO 2019 map. The official Cambridge GIS buildings layer is updated regularly and footprints and building IDs used in this historic layer may have changed. Please see this link for the most up to date citywide building footprint layer: https...
Energy and the Environment
City of Cambridge
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/vuix-ibnc
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2026-02-06T17:02:08.000Z
2026-02-06T17:02:20.000Z
2023-04-10T16:27:13.000Z
257
6
239
["building energy use disclosure ordinance - beudo"]
["BldgID", "multipolygon", "Reporting ID"]
2026-03-12T07:01:51.486418
fair
0.637
1
3
Lacks specific details
This layer contains building footprints for 2019 in Cambridge, with BldgID and multipolygon data.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["building-footprints", "cambridge-ma", "beudo-2019"]
1
33
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:01:51
2026-03-12 07:01:51
gw5f-78zh
BEUDO Buildings 2020
This layer of BEUDO building footprints for 2020 is provided for the related BEUDO 2020 map. The official Cambridge GIS buildings layer is updated regularly and footprints and building IDs used in this historic layer may have changed. Please see this link for the most up to date citywide building footprint layer: https...
Energy and the Environment
City of Cambridge
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/gw5f-78zh
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2026-02-06T16:59:50.000Z
2026-02-06T17:00:02.000Z
2023-04-10T16:30:59.000Z
223
5
214
["building energy use disclosure ordinance - beudo"]
["Reporting ID", "BldgID", "multipolygon"]
2026-03-12T07:02:03.394015
fair
0.637
1
3
Adequate explanation
This dataset contains building footprints for 2020, provided for the BEUDO 2020 map. It includes Reporting ID, BldgID, and multipolygon data. This data is useful for understanding building energy use in Cambridge.
4
Tags match the dataset well
["building-footprints", "cambridge-buildings", "energy-use-disclosure"]
1
33
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:02:03
2026-03-12 07:02:03
fugk-uqbz
BEUDO Buildings 2021
This layer of BEUDO building footprints for 2021 is provided for the related BEUDO 2021 map. The official Cambridge GIS buildings layer is updated regularly and footprints and building IDs used in this historic layer may have changed. Please see this link for the most up to date citywide building footprint layer: https...
Energy and the Environment
City of Cambridge
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/fugk-uqbz
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2026-02-06T16:58:04.000Z
2026-02-06T16:58:16.000Z
2023-04-10T16:37:10.000Z
379
10
244
["building energy use disclosure ordinance - beudo"]
["multipolygon", "Reporting ID", "BldgID"]
2026-03-12T07:02:15.661721
fair
0.687
1
3
Mentions topic but lacks details
This dataset contains building footprints for 2021, including multipolygon and Reporting ID data, related to the City of Cambridge's Energy and the Environment category.
4
Tags match the dataset well and are useful
["beudo", "building-footprints", "cambridge-ma", "energy-and-environment"]
1
33
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:02:15
2026-03-12 07:02:15
en4v-rq8q
BEUDO Buildings 2022
This layer of BEUDO building footprints for 2022 is provided for the related BEUDO 2022 map. The official Cambridge GIS buildings layer is updated regularly and footprints and building IDs used in this historic layer may have changed. Please see this link for the most up to date citywide building footprint layer: https...
Energy and the Environment
City of Cambridge
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/en4v-rq8q
data.cambridgema.gov
As Needed
2026-02-06T16:53:47.000Z
2026-02-06T16:53:58.000Z
2023-12-06T19:44:54.000Z
234
6
228
["building energy use disclosure ordinance - beudo"]
["multipolygon", "BldgID", "Reporting ID"]
2026-03-12T07:02:27.720684
fair
0.687
1
3
Mentions topic vaguely
This dataset contains building footprints for 2022 in Cambridge, MA, with BldgID and Reporting ID. It's part of the BEUDO ordinance for energy use disclosure.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and specific
["building-footprints", "cambridge-ma", "beudo", "energy-use-disclosure"]
1
33
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:02:27
2026-03-12 07:02:27
cpx7-2rgi
BEUDO Buildings 2023
This layer of BEUDO building footprints for 2023 is provided for the related BEUDO 2023 map. The official Cambridge GIS buildings layer is updated regularly and footprints and building IDs used in this historic layer may have changed. Please see this link for the most up to date citywide building footprint layer: https...
Energy and the Environment
City of Cambridge
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/cpx7-2rgi
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2026-02-06T16:49:15.000Z
2026-02-06T16:49:26.000Z
2024-10-31T17:11:52.000Z
190
6
189
["building energy use disclosure ordinance - beudo"]
["BldgID", "Reporting ID", "multipolygon"]
2026-03-12T07:02:39.670938
good
0.837
1
3
Lacks specific details
This dataset contains building footprints for Cambridge, Massachusetts, collected under the Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance (BEUDO) for 2023.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and specific
["cambridge-buildings", "beudo-data", "building-footprints"]
1
33
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:02:39
2026-03-12 07:02:39
fr2i-rdxb
BEUDO Buildings 2024
This layer of BEUDO building footprints for 2024 is provided for the related BEUDO 2024 map. The official Cambridge GIS buildings layer is updated regularly and footprints and building IDs used in this historic layer may have changed. Please see this link for the most up to date citywide building footprint layer: https...
Energy and the Environment
City of Cambridge
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/fr2i-rdxb
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2026-02-06T16:44:11.000Z
2026-02-06T16:44:23.000Z
2025-11-04T21:45:53.000Z
64
7
3
["building energy use disclosure ordinance - beudo"]
["Reporting ID", "multipolygon", "BldgID"]
2026-03-12T07:02:51.767897
good
0.837
1
3
Adequate explanation
This dataset contains building footprints for Cambridge, Massachusetts, as part of the BEUDO 2024 map, with Reporting ID and BldgID.
4
Tags are broadly correct and useful
["building-footprints", "cambridge-ma", "beudo-2024"]
1
33
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:02:51
2026-03-12 07:02:51
iud6-avxc
Bid List (Historical)
This is historical data. For current bids data, please see https://data.cambridgema.gov/Purchasing/Bid-list/gp98-ja4f/about_data Bids for "Invitation for Bid," "Regular Request for Proposal," "Design Services Request for Proposal" and "Informal" bids. Construction bids are available here: https://data.cambridgema.go...
Purchasing
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/iud6-avxc
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2026-03-05T22:00:42.000Z
2026-03-05T22:00:42.000Z
2024-06-28T16:31:33.000Z
570
72
18,494
[]
["addenda_count", "departments", "bid_record_id", "bid_number", "release_date", "open_date", "bid_type_description", "bid_title"]
2026-03-12T06:57:49.779319
fair
0.638
1
4
Clearly states purpose
This dataset contains historical bid data for various types, including Invitation for Bid and Request for Proposal, with fields such as bid number and release date. It is useful for understanding past purchasing decisions in Cambridge, MA. For current bids, see the linked dataset.
1
Tags are completely missing
["purchasing", "bids", "government-data"]
1
0
1
0
1
0
2026-03-12 06:57:49
2026-03-12 06:57:49
pmii-ykdf
Bid List: Construction (Historical)
This is historical data. For current bids data, please see https://data.cambridgema.gov/Purchasing/Bid-list/gp98-ja4f/about_data Construction bids. Find other bid and RFP types are available here: https://data.cambridgema.gov/Purchasing/Current-Bid-List/iud6-avxc/about_data For more information see: https://www.camb...
Purchasing
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/pmii-ykdf
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2026-03-05T22:00:44.000Z
2026-03-05T22:00:44.000Z
2024-06-28T16:57:09.000Z
410
8
272
[]
["subtrades_open", "pre_bid_date", "bid_description", "constbid_record_id", "addenda_count", "bid_number", "release_date", "open_date"]
2026-03-12T06:57:37.531222
fair
0.638
1
4
Clear but lacks specifics
This dataset contains historical construction bid data, including subtrades, dates, and bid numbers. It is intended for use by the City of Cambridge's Purchasing department and the public. The data is available from 2020 onwards.
1
Tags are missing and unrelated
["construction-bids", "historical-data", "government-purchasing"]
1
0
1
0
1
0
2026-03-12 06:57:37
2026-03-12 06:57:37
9aey-9g9p
Bike Facilities
View full metadata https://www.cambridgema.gov/GIS/gisdatadictionary/Recreation/RECREATION_BikeFacilities Description This line layer indicates streets within the City of Cambridge that have pavement markings or construction features that facilitate bicycle use. It also contains multi-purpose paths where bicycles can ...
Public Works
Cambridge GIS
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/9aey-9g9p
data.cambridgema.gov
As Needed
2026-03-11T04:06:00.000Z
2026-03-11T04:06:00.000Z
2021-06-15T20:52:27.000Z
776
13
284
["gis", "vision zero", "bicycles"]
["Geometry", "Street", "Bike Facilities", "Planned Facilities", "FacilityType", "FacilityDetails", "LaneMultiplier", "Created date", "Last edited"]
2026-03-12T06:31:50.520864
good
0.838
1
3
Adequate explanation
This dataset contains bike facility locations and types within Cambridge. It includes pavement markings and construction features facilitating bicycle use. The data is maintained by the Cambridge GIS department.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["cambridge-gis", "bike-infrastructure", "public-works", "transportation-data"]
1
67
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:31:50
2026-03-12 06:31:50
i2em-9w6g
Block Party Permits
This data set contains permits issued by Traffic & Parking for street closures due to block parties in Cambridge
Transportation
traffic and parking
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/i2em-9w6g
data.cambridgema.gov
Weekly
2026-03-09T12:11:16.000Z
2026-03-09T12:11:16.000Z
2023-12-21T20:34:06.000Z
543
15
267
["neighborhoods", "streets", "permits", "parking"]
["Info: Cross street 1", "Please enter the dates and times for any other block parties you would like to hold this year.", "Latitude Intersection 1", "Longitude Intersection 1", "key business or company", "permit type", "ID", "Status", "Info: Cross street 2", "Party 1: End time", "Party 1: End time AM/PM", "Party 1: St...
2026-03-12T06:36:40.250804
good
0.838
1
3
Adequate but lacks details
This dataset contains permits issued by Traffic & Parking for street closures due to block parties in Cambridge, including key business or company and permit type.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["block-party-permits", "street-closures", "traffic-permits"]
1
67
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:36:40
2026-03-12 06:36:40
cc2f-bntg
Bluebikes Data Summarized
This is a summarized version of the Cambridge Bluebikes Data (https://data.cambridgema.gov/Transportation/Cambridge-Bluebikes-Data/bdjh-g8un/about_data), which has records for every individual Bluebikes trip that started or ended in Cambridge. This version gives the counts of Bluebikes trips that started or ended at a ...
Transportation
Bluebikes
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/cc2f-bntg
data.cambridgema.gov
Monthly
2026-03-07T14:00:33.000Z
2026-03-07T14:00:33.000Z
2021-12-22T20:29:30.000Z
90
5
3
["bicycles", "bluebikes"]
["Start Date", "Classic Bike Trips", "Trips", "Electric Bike Trips"]
2026-03-12T06:57:00.974037
good
0.837
1
4
Clearly states purpose
This dataset contains summarized Bluebikes trip counts by day, updated monthly, for Cambridge stations. It includes counts for classic and electric bike trips.
4
Tags are somewhat specific but could be more precise
["bluebikes", "cambridge", "transportation"]
1
33
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:57:00
2026-03-12 06:57:00
urfm-usws
Board of Zoning Appeal Requests
Variances and Special Permits with status of under review, approved, denied or withdrawn. Cambridge's Board of Zoning Appeal hears and decides appeals, applications for special permits, and appeals and petitions for variances from the terms of the Cambridge Zoning Ordinance. This dataset includes available records from...
Inspectional Services
Zoning Division
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/urfm-usws
data.cambridgema.gov
Weekly
2026-03-09T11:57:50.000Z
2026-03-09T11:57:50.000Z
2015-09-21T13:14:51.000Z
4,986
45
28,751
["permits", "board of zoning appeal - bza", "housing and development", "zoning"]
["Ordinance No of Parking Spaces", "Desirable Relief Public Good", "Nuisance Or Hazard", "hearing status", "fee calc additions", "decision appealed to court", "Police Response Districts", "cambridge_neighborhoods", "cambridge_cdd_zoning", "Census Blocks 2010", "Police Neighborhood Regions", "Status of Request", "Reason...
2026-03-12T06:44:03.402221
good
0.888
1
4
Clearly explains purpose
This dataset contains variance and special permit requests submitted to the Cambridge Board of Zoning Appeal. It includes data on hearing status, decision outcomes, and other relevant metrics. The dataset is useful for understanding zoning decisions and their impact on local development.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and useful
["zoning-appeals", "cambridge-ma", "land-use-planning"]
1
67
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:44:03
2026-03-12 06:44:03
9chi-2ed3
Budget - Capital
Capital Budget data for latest fiscal year and several historical years. Cambridge's fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30. For more information, please visit: www.cambridgema.gov/budget
Budget/Finance
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/9chi-2ed3
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2025-04-28T21:33:05.000Z
2025-04-28T21:33:05.000Z
2015-05-14T23:56:08.000Z
1,724
54
633
["fiscal year", "government and finance", "budget"]
["Project Name", "Department", "Map Location", "Approved Amount", "Latitude", "City Location", "Project ID", "Fiscal Year", "Longitude", "Fund"]
2026-03-12T07:11:56.075267
fair
0.788
1
4
clearly states purpose
This dataset contains Cambridge's capital budget data for various fiscal years, including the latest. It includes information on approved amounts and project details.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["fiscal-budget", "government-spending", "budget-planning"]
1
67
1
0
1
0
2026-03-12 07:11:56
2026-03-12 07:11:56
yvt6-qmqd
Budget - Capital FY17-FY21 (Archive)
FY17-FY21 Capital Plan. Cambridge's fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30. For more information, please visit: www.cambridgema.gov/budget. For the latest capital plan, please visit: https://data.cambridgema.gov/Budget-Finance/Budget-Capital/9chi-2ed3
Budget/Finance
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/yvt6-qmqd
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2017-05-30T16:07:31.000Z
2024-05-06T21:53:45.000Z
2017-05-30T15:33:38.000Z
435
6
304
["government and finance"]
["Latitude", "Regions", "Project Name", "Approved Amount", "Longitude", "Project ID", "Department", "Fund", "City Location", "Map Location", "Fiscal Year"]
2026-03-12T07:50:55.957767
poor
0.537
0
4
Clearly states topic and purpose
This dataset contains FY17-FY21 capital plan data for Cambridge, including project names and approved amounts. It is useful for understanding the city's budget and financial planning. For more information, visit www.cambridgema.gov/budget.
4
Tags are somewhat related but could be more specific
["budget", "finance", "government-budget", "capital-plans"]
1
33
1
0
1
2,477
2026-03-12 07:50:55
2026-03-12 07:50:55
5bn4-5wey
Budget - Operating Expenditures
Operating expenditures for FY11 - FY26. Cambridge's fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30. For more information, please visit: www.cambridgema.gov/budget
Budget/Finance
null
Public Domain
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/5bn4-5wey
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2025-08-19T00:21:23.000Z
2025-08-19T00:21:23.000Z
2015-07-07T13:15:06.000Z
2,409
139
1,061
[]
["Fund", "Fiscal Year", "Service", "Department Name", "Division Name", "Category", "Description", "Amount"]
2026-03-12T07:10:19.792435
fair
0.688
1
3
Lacks what and who
This dataset contains operating expenditures for Cambridge's fiscal years FY11 - FY26, including fund, service, department, and division information. It may be useful for budget analysis or financial planning.
1
Tags are missing and generic
["budget", "finance", "operating-expenditures", "cambridge-government"]
1
0
1
0
1
0
2026-03-12 07:10:19
2026-03-12 07:10:19
ixyv-mje6
Budget - Operating Revenues
Operating revenues for FY11 - FY26. Cambridge's fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30. For more information, please visit: www.cambridgema.gov/budget
Budget/Finance
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/ixyv-mje6
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2025-08-19T00:19:22.000Z
2025-08-19T00:19:22.000Z
2015-07-07T13:12:00.000Z
1,593
15
582
["budget", "government and finance", "fiscal year"]
["Amount", "Description", "Department Name", "Fund", "Category", "Fiscal Year", "Service"]
2026-03-12T07:10:31.994546
fair
0.788
1
4
Clearly states purpose
This dataset contains operating revenues for Cambridge's fiscal year, spanning FY11 to FY26. It includes data on amount, description, department name, fund, category, fiscal year, and service. This data is useful for budget analysis and financial planning.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["budget-revenue", "fiscal-year", "government-budget", "finance-data"]
1
67
1
0
1
0
2026-03-12 07:10:31
2026-03-12 07:10:31
ixg8-tyau
Budget - Salaries
Budgeted Salaries by Position
Budget/Finance
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/ixg8-tyau
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2025-04-30T20:11:01.000Z
2025-04-30T20:11:01.000Z
2015-05-27T19:54:14.000Z
52,806
605
2,579
["government and finance", "fiscal year", "budget"]
["Fiscal Year", "Division", "Position Number", "Job Title", "Total Salary", "Service", "Department"]
2026-03-12T07:11:32.099866
fair
0.663
1
3
Mentions topic, lacks detail
This dataset contains budgeted salaries by position, including fiscal year, division, and total salary.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and useful
["salary-data", "government-budget", "fiscal-year"]
1
67
1
0
1
0
2026-03-12 07:11:32
2026-03-12 07:11:32
52p4-36ct
Building Permits: 1 and 2 Family - DEPRECATED
This dataset has been deprecated and replaced by two new building permit datasets: Building Permits: Addition/Alteration https://data.cambridgema.gov/Inspectional-Services/Building-Permits-Addition-Alteration/qu2z-8suj/data New Building Permits https://data.cambridgema.gov/Inspectional-Services/New-Building-Permits/...
Inspectional Services
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/52p4-36ct
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2021-05-25T09:01:41.000Z
2024-07-31T14:54:56.000Z
2016-01-05T18:14:00.000Z
3,979
27
946
["construction", "permits", "housing and development"]
["LEEDRating_Homes", "SolarPanels", "LEEDRatingsCredits", "ProposedWorkNewConst", "ProposedWorkReconst", "ExteriorAlteration", "BldCnstrType_WOOD_VALUE", "Class", "ADDRESS", "DesignedLEEDRatingLevel", "EnerConservFiberglass", "Census Blocks 2010", "cambridge_cdd_zoning", "cambridge_neighborhoods", "Police Response Dist...
2026-03-12T07:45:52.018527
poor
0.588
0
3
Adequate clarity
This dataset contains approved building permits for 1 and 2 family homes, including LEED ratings and proposed work details.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["construction-permits", "housing-data", "building-regulations"]
1
67
1
0
1
1,021
2026-03-12 07:45:52
2026-03-12 07:45:52
qu2z-8suj
Building Permits: Addition/Alteration
List of permits related to the construction or the alteration of existing buildings in Cambridge. These permits cover construction that changes the structure, the footprint, or the volume of the building. This includes decks, porches, and additions, as well any reconstruction, renovation or repair to an existing struct...
Inspectional Services
City of Cambridge Inspectional Services Department
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/qu2z-8suj
data.cambridgema.gov
Weekly
2026-03-09T11:57:27.000Z
2026-03-11T15:30:12.000Z
2018-10-30T14:36:26.000Z
14,254
789
1,847
["construction", "alteration", "housing and development", "permits"]
["FEMA stormwater drainage", "proposed HERS rating", "commercial storage", "Commercial other please describe", "Residential change", "Viewpoint ID", "ID field", "Other Cooking Equipment", "Change to Off-Street Parking Spaces", "Existing Off-Street Bicycle Parking Spaces (Short Term)", "Proposed Off-Street Bicycle Parki...
2026-03-12T06:44:27.804324
good
0.888
1
4
Clearly explains purpose
This dataset contains permits related to construction or alteration of existing buildings in Cambridge, including changes to structure, footprint, or volume. It includes data on stormwater drainage, proposed HERS ratings, and off-street parking spaces. This dataset is useful for understanding building development in Ca...
4
Tags match the dataset well
["building-permits", "construction-data", "cambridge-development"]
1
67
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:44:27
2026-03-12 06:44:27
9qm7-wbdc
Building Permits: New Construction
List of permits for new building construction in Cambridge. This dataset derives from Cambridge's ViewPoint permitting system.
Inspectional Services
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/9qm7-wbdc
data.cambridgema.gov
Weekly
2026-03-09T11:57:29.000Z
2026-03-09T11:57:29.000Z
2018-11-15T14:44:01.000Z
9,675
682
3,043
["plumbing", "permits", "housing and development", "construction"]
["Description Of Work", "Method Of Removal", "Proposed Property Use", "Building Removal", "Right-Of-Way", "Storm Sewer Connections", "Roof/Foundation Drain", "Basement Plumbing Fixture", "credit from energov", "fire department review", "historical commission review", "public works review", "fire dept proj type", "elect...
2026-03-12T06:44:15.553820
fair
0.788
1
3
Adequate clarity
This dataset contains new building construction permits in Cambridge. It includes fields such as proposed property use and storm sewer connections. The data is useful for understanding housing and development trends in the city.
4
Tags are broadly correct and useful
["building-permits", "new-construction", "cambridge-ma", "housing-development", "construction-permits"]
1
67
1
0
1
0
2026-03-12 06:44:15
2026-03-12 06:44:15
5zhg-nwb3
Buildings
View full metadata https://www.cambridgema.gov/GIS/gisdatadictionary/Basemap/BASEMAP_Buildings Description City of Cambridge, MA, GIS basemap development project encompasses the land area of City of Cambridge with a 200-foot fringe surrounding the area and Charles River shoreline towards Boston. The basemap data was d...
Planning
Cambridge GIS
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/5zhg-nwb3
data.cambridgema.gov
As Needed
2026-03-11T04:05:26.000Z
2026-03-11T04:05:26.000Z
2021-06-10T20:29:45.000Z
1,284
60
665
["housing and development", "gis", "buildings"]
["Roof Elevation - ground level", "Geometry", "Roof Elevation - sea level", "Base Elevation", "Building ID", "Type", "Top Elevation - sea level", "Top Elevation - ground level"]
2026-03-12T06:33:14.654862
good
0.888
1
4
clearly states purpose
This dataset contains building features in Cambridge, MA, including roof and base elevations, and building types. It is part of the City of Cambridge GIS basemap development project. The data is intended for use in GIS/mapping applications and analysis.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["cambridge-ma", "gis-basemap", "building-features"]
1
67
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:33:14
2026-03-12 06:33:14
axxk-jvk8
COVID-19 Case Count by Date 3/1/2020-11/24/2022
This dataset is no longer being updated as of 11/24/2022. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. The data represented in this graph are dynamic and may change over time. Since March 20, the Cambridge Public Health Department (CPHD) has provided data regarding COVID-19 case...
Public Health
Cambridge Department of Public Health
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/axxk-jvk8
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2023-07-11T13:35:18.000Z
2025-04-16T20:17:18.000Z
2020-11-23T22:08:09.000Z
3,144
27
2,373
["covid-19", "health and safety"]
["New Total Cases", "Cumulative Total Cases", "New Positive Cases", "Date", "New Probable Cases", "Cumulative Confirmed Cases"]
2026-03-12T07:16:08.885137
fair
0.737
0.5
4
Clearly explains data
This dataset contains COVID-19 case counts by date from March 1, 2020, to November 24, 2022, including new and cumulative total cases, and new positive and probable cases. It is maintained by the Cambridge Department of Public Health for historical interest.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and useful
["covid-19", "public-health", "case-counts", "historical-data", "cambridge-ma"]
1
33
1
1
1
244
2026-03-12 07:16:08
2026-03-12 07:16:08
ikju-95st
COVID-19 Case Type Breakdown 5/11/2023 (Historical)
This dataset is no longer being updated as of 5/11/2023. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. This table reports case classification and status data. The "test mode" rows show confirmed and probable case counts for all Cambridge residents who have tested positive for CO...
Public Health
Cambridge Department of Public Health
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/ikju-95st
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2023-05-11T20:00:57.000Z
2024-02-23T14:40:37.000Z
2020-11-23T23:36:59.000Z
586
16
266
["health and safety", "covid-19"]
["Type", "Data Type", "%", "Count", "Category"]
2026-03-12T07:42:00.404364
poor
0.587
0.5
4
Clearly explains purpose
This dataset contains historical COVID-19 case type breakdown data for Cambridge residents, including confirmed, probable, and suspect cases, as well as case status outcomes such as recovered, active, death, and unknown outcome.
4
Tags are mostly relevant but could be more specific
["covid-19", "public-health", "case-breakdown", "health-statistics", "cambridge-data"]
1
33
0
1
1
305
2026-03-12 07:42:00
2026-03-12 07:42:00
inw8-ircw
COVID-19 Cases in Cambridge (Historical)
This dataset is no longer being updated as of 12/8/2020. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. A more current (but also no longer active) version of the dataset is available here: https://data.cambridgema.gov/dataset/COVID-19-Cases-in-Cambridge-Daily-Snapshot/5dms-3pz8/dat...
Public Health
Cambridge Department of Public Health
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/inw8-ircw
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2020-12-07T21:06:38.000Z
2024-04-18T20:25:49.000Z
2020-04-01T21:55:07.000Z
409,987
105
883
["covid-19", "health and safety"]
["Percentage", "Measure", "Category", "Count"]
2026-03-12T07:46:53.030074
poor
0.587
0
4
Clearly explains purpose
This dataset contains historical COVID-19 case counts in Cambridge, categorized by age cohort and gender, collected by the Cambridge Public Health Department.
4
Tags are useful but not highly specific
["covid-19", "public-health", "cambridge-ma", "historical-data", "case-counts"]
1
33
1
1
1
1,190
2026-03-12 07:46:53
2026-03-12 07:46:53
5dms-3pz8
COVID-19 Cases in Cambridge - Daily Snapshot 5/11/2023
This dataset is no longer being updated as of 5/11/2023. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. COVID-19 cases in the City of Cambridge as reported by the Cambridge Public Health Department. This dataset summarizes cases by age cohort and gender. Cambridge Public Health Dep...
null
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/5dms-3pz8
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2023-05-11T20:00:56.000Z
2024-05-06T21:29:26.000Z
2020-11-23T20:07:15.000Z
1,973
27
1,168
["health and safety", "covid-19"]
["Count", "Category", "Percentage", "Measure"]
2026-03-12T07:42:12.440434
poor
0.487
0.5
4
Clearly explains purpose
This dataset contains COVID-19 case counts by age cohort and gender in Cambridge, Massachusetts, as reported by the Cambridge Public Health Department.
4
Tags are broadly correct and useful
["covid-19", "health-statistics", "cambridge-ma"]
1
33
1
0
0
305
2026-03-12 07:42:12
2026-03-12 07:42:12
jpj7-da7k
COVID-19 Community Cases 5/11/2023 (Historical)
This dataset is no longer being updated as of 5/11/2023. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. COVID-19 cases for residents in the City of Cambridge community outside of long term care facilities, as reported by the Cambridge Public Health Department. This dataset summariz...
null
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/jpj7-da7k
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2023-05-11T20:00:57.000Z
2024-05-06T21:24:00.000Z
2020-11-23T20:30:36.000Z
661
16
288
["covid-19", "health and safety"]
["Category", "Count", "Measure", "Percentage"]
2026-03-12T07:41:36.116567
poor
0.487
0.5
4
Clears about purpose
This dataset contains COVID-19 case counts for Cambridge residents, summarized by age cohort and gender, as reported by the Cambridge Public Health Department.
4
Tags match dataset well and are useful
["covid-19", "health", "safety", "cambridge", "public-health"]
1
33
1
0
0
305
2026-03-12 07:41:36
2026-03-12 07:41:36
negp-icdt
COVID-19 Counts by Age Cohort 5/11/2023
This dataset is no longer being updated as of 5/11/2023. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. This dataset contains weekly totals of COVID-19 cases among Cambridge residents by age group. Of note: The graphs do not include COVID-19 cases among Cambridge residents livi...
Public Health
Cambridge Department of Public Health
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/negp-icdt
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2023-05-11T20:00:55.000Z
2024-04-18T20:26:27.000Z
2020-11-24T17:08:35.000Z
613
18
312
["covid-19", "health and safety"]
["week", "age", "count"]
2026-03-12T07:42:37.170328
fair
0.737
0.5
4
Clearly explains topic
This dataset contains weekly totals of COVID-19 cases among Cambridge residents by age group, as of 5/11/2023. It includes confirmed cases and two types of probable cases. The data is no longer updated.
4
Tags match dataset well and are useful
["covid-19", "age-groups", "public-health", "cambridge-ma", "vaccine-records"]
1
33
1
1
1
305
2026-03-12 07:42:37
2026-03-12 07:42:37
tdt9-vq5y
COVID-19 Cumulative Cases by Date 12/8/2020
This dataset is no longer being updated as of 12/8/2020. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. For the more recent version of this data (which is also now historical), please visit: https://data.cambridgema.gov/Public-Safety/COVID-19-Case-Count-by-Date/axxk-jvk8 The data ...
Public Health
Cambridge Department of Public Health
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/tdt9-vq5y
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2020-12-07T21:06:48.000Z
2024-04-19T16:48:53.000Z
2020-03-31T17:18:57.000Z
2,329
27
1,086
["health and safety", "covid-19"]
["Date", "Cumulative Positive Cases", "New Positive Cases"]
2026-03-12T07:46:41.159260
fair
0.637
0
4
clearly states purpose
This dataset contains historical COVID-19 cumulative case counts by date, including total cases and new cases, collected by the Cambridge Department of Public Health.
4
Tags are mostly accurate but could be more specific
["covid-19", "public-health", "cambridge-ma", "historical-data"]
1
33
1
1
1
1,190
2026-03-12 07:46:41
2026-03-12 07:46:41
5rax-scyt
COVID-19 Death Counts by Demographic 5/11/2023
This dataset is no longer being updated as of 5/11/2023. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. This table displays the number of COVID-19 deaths among Cambridge residents by race and ethnicity. The count reflects total deaths among Cambridge COVID-19 cases. The rate colum...
Public Health
Cambridge Department of Public Health
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/5rax-scyt
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2023-05-11T20:00:58.000Z
2024-04-19T16:47:01.000Z
2020-11-23T21:18:57.000Z
883
37
287
["health and safety", "covid-19"]
["Percent", "Count", "Race or Ethnicity", "Rate"]
2026-03-12T07:16:33.228319
fair
0.687
0.5
4
Clearly explains data
This dataset contains COVID-19 death counts by demographic, including race and ethnicity, for Cambridge residents. It also displays the rate of COVID-19 deaths among Cambridge residents by race and ethnicity, calculated using 2014–2018 American Community Survey estimates. The data is no longer being updated as of 5/11/...
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["covid-19", "demographic-data", "public-health", "cambridge-ma"]
1
33
1
1
1
305
2026-03-12 07:16:33
2026-03-12 07:16:33
ckq7-kjti
COVID-19 Long Term Care Facility Cases 5/11/2023
This dataset is no longer being updated as of m/d/yyyy. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. This table shows selected demographic information for Cambridge residents living in skilled nursing or assisted living facilities who are classified as confirmed, probable, or sus...
null
Cambridge Department of Public Health
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/ckq7-kjti
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2023-05-11T20:00:56.000Z
2024-05-06T21:24:47.000Z
2020-11-23T20:28:06.000Z
568
7
283
["covid-19", "health and safety"]
["Measure", "Percentage", "Category", "Count"]
2026-03-12T07:42:25.112130
poor
0.587
0.5
4
Clearly explains purpose
This dataset contains demographic information for COVID-19 cases in Cambridge skilled nursing or assisted living facilities, including gender, age range, and race/ethnicity. It reflects three rounds of testing in April and May of all residents at the seven skilled nursing and assisted living facilities in Cambridge, as...
4
Tags are mostly accurate and specific
["covid-19", "long-term-care", "public-health", "cambridge-ma"]
1
33
1
1
0
305
2026-03-12 07:42:25
2026-03-12 07:42:25
7v3g-pi6d
COVID-19 Neighborhood Case Count 5/11/2023
This dataset is no longer being updated as of 5/11/2023. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. This dataset shows positive COVID-19 Cases in Cambridge by neighborhood. It is reported to Cambridge by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts once per day. Of Note: Population data ...
null
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/7v3g-pi6d
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2023-05-11T20:00:57.000Z
2024-05-06T21:27:25.000Z
2020-11-23T22:46:14.000Z
658
10
300
["covid-19", "health and safety"]
["neighborhood", "population", "proportion", "cases", "rate"]
2026-03-12T07:41:48.211852
poor
0.537
0.5
4
Clear purpose stated
This dataset contains COVID-19 case counts in Cambridge neighborhoods, sourced from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and updated daily. It includes neighborhood, population, proportion, cases, and rate metrics.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and useful
["covid-19", "public-health", "geographic-data", "cambridge-ma", "neighborhood-data"]
1
33
1
0
0
305
2026-03-12 07:41:48
2026-03-12 07:41:48
dm97-fm73
COVID-19 Small Business Grant Awards
Listing of recipients of several City of Cambridge COVID-19 grant and loan award programs. Data covers MDRF, CDBG-CARES Act, and ARPA funding. As of June 9, 2025, there are no future updates planned for this dataset.
Economic Development
City of Cambridge, MA
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/dm97-fm73
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2025-06-09T14:22:15.000Z
2025-06-09T14:22:26.000Z
2022-12-01T18:55:13.000Z
678
18
393
["business", "covid-19"]
["CBDG-CARES Funding 2020-2021", "Type of Business", "ARPA Operations Grant", "ARPA New Rent Relief Grant", "ARPA Restaurant and Nightlife Relief Grant", " ARPA Small Business E-Commerce Grant ", "ARPA Outdoor Dining Grant", "MDRF Grant 2020", "Business Name", "ARPA Small Business Relief Grant", "MDRF Grant 2021", "MDR...
2026-03-12T07:11:08.630688
good
0.837
1
3
Mentions topic but lacks details
This dataset contains COVID-19 grant and loan award recipients in Cambridge, MA, with data on various funding programs.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["covid-19", "small-business", "grant-awards", "economic-development", "cambridge-ma"]
1
33
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:11:08
2026-03-12 07:11:08
krhk-3aen
COVID-19 Testing By Week 2/8/2020-6/19/2021 (Historical)
This dataset is no longer being updated as of 6/19/2021. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. This table shows the total number of positive and negative COVID-19 test results for Cambridge residents by week. A small number of tests are inconclusive, and they are not repre...
Public Health
Cambridge Department of Public Health
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/krhk-3aen
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2023-05-11T20:00:59.000Z
2024-04-18T20:24:15.000Z
2020-11-23T22:05:28.000Z
661
16
278
["covid-19", "health and safety"]
["Total.Serology", "Percent.Pos.Serology", "Patients.Positive.by.Antigen", "Patients.Negative.by.Antigen", "CDC.Week", "Other.Molecular.Results.", "Total.Molecular", "Percent.Positive.Molecular", "Patients.Positive.by.Serology", "Other.Antigen.Results", "Patients.Negative.by.Serology", "Percent.Pos.Antigen", "Patients....
2026-03-12T07:16:21.003237
fair
0.737
0.5
4
clearly explains topic
This dataset contains historical COVID-19 test results for Cambridge residents by week, including positive, negative, and molecular test counts.
4
tags are mostly accurate but lack specificity
["covid-19", "public-health", "historical-data", "weekly-trends", "cambridge-ma"]
1
33
1
1
1
305
2026-03-12 07:16:21
2026-03-12 07:16:21
74nt-wqhp
COVID-19 University Case Counts 5/11/2023
This dataset is no longer being updated as of 5/11/2023. It is being retained on the Open Data Portal for its potential historical interest. The table reflects COVID-19 cases among city residents who are students, staff, or faculty at the five higher education institutions in Cambridge: Harvard University, Hult Intern...
null
Cambridge Department of Public Health
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/74nt-wqhp
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2023-05-11T20:00:58.000Z
2023-11-03T21:10:19.000Z
2020-11-23T22:02:53.000Z
590
9
254
["health and safety", "covid-19"]
["Count", "University"]
2026-03-12T07:41:24.045709
poor
0.487
0.5
4
Clearly states purpose
This dataset contains COVID-19 case counts for Cambridge university students, staff, and faculty, by institution, from mid-August to present.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["covid-19", "university-data", "public-health", "cambridge-ma"]
1
33
0
1
0
305
2026-03-12 07:41:24
2026-03-12 07:41:24
knas-mbrz
COVID-19 and Influenza Cases: Monthly Summary
Monthly counts of COVID-19 and influenza cases among Cambridge residents, by disease and calendar month from 2018. Small counts are suppressed to protect confidentiality (displayed as "<5"), while true zeros are shown as 0. This dataset supports analysis of month-to-month trends and can be aggregated to calendar years ...
Public Health
Cambridge Public Health Department
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/knas-mbrz
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2026-01-30T16:39:05.000Z
2026-01-30T16:39:16.000Z
2026-01-30T16:26:13.000Z
66
42
0
["health and safety", "covid-19"]
["suppressed", "count_display", "count_plot_value", "month", "count", "disease", "year"]
2026-03-12T07:04:04.744241
good
0.837
1
4
Clearly explains data
This dataset contains monthly counts of COVID-19 and influenza cases among Cambridge residents, by disease and calendar month from 2018. It supports analysis of month-to-month trends and can be aggregated to calendar years or respiratory seasons.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["public-health", "covid-19-data", "influenza-data", "cambridge-public-health"]
1
33
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:04:04
2026-03-12 07:04:04
h6fp-bp8s
CPD Crash Log
List of crashes involving a motorist(s) reported to the City of Cambridge. The log also lists crashes involving a motorist(s) and a bicyclist(s) and/or a pedestrian(s). Any data or text that may identify specific persons or companies has been omitted. Data are updated most days. A more detailed dataset, updated quarter...
Public Safety
Cambridge Police Department
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/h6fp-bp8s
data.cambridgema.gov
Daily
2026-03-10T16:01:10.000Z
2026-03-10T16:01:10.000Z
2021-12-21T00:59:04.000Z
8,095
523
1,042
["motor vehicles", "health and safety", "crash", "accidents"]
["Number of Pedestrians", "Number of Injured Individuals", "Number of Motorists", "Hospitalizations (estimated)", "Date Time", "Address Street Number", "Number of Cyclists", "Intersection Street One", "Neighborhood (estimated)", "Address Street Name", "Intersection Street Two"]
2026-03-12T06:34:51.227769
good
0.888
1
4
Clearly states purpose
This dataset contains crash logs reported to the Cambridge Police Department, including motorist, bicyclist, and pedestrian involvement. It includes metrics such as number of pedestrians, injured individuals, and hospitalizations. The data can be used to analyze traffic safety and accidents in Cambridge.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["traffic-safety", "public-safety", "accidents", "crash-data", "cambridge-ma"]
1
67
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:34:51
2026-03-12 06:34:51
4ftb-8ne5
Cambridge Address Points
View full metadata https://www.cambridgema.gov/GIS/gisdatadictionary/Address/ADDRESS_AddressPoints Description This project was done in house as part of the Master Address Project. Thorough field checks have been carried out to ensure accuracy. Crosschecks have been made with various departments, including Assessing, ...
Planning
Cambridge GIS
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/4ftb-8ne5
data.cambridgema.gov
Monthly
2026-03-11T04:07:05.000Z
2026-03-11T04:07:05.000Z
2021-06-10T20:10:14.000Z
763
41
333
["address", "gis", "housing and development"]
["Street Name", "Full Address", "Police Neighborhood Regions", "Type", "Address ID", "Building ID", "Police Response Districts", "cambridge_neighborhoods", "cambridge_cdd_zoning", "Census Blocks 2010", "Map Lot", "Geometry", "Street Number"]
2026-03-12T06:31:02.162206
good
0.888
1
4
Clearly states purpose
This dataset contains address points for Cambridge, including housing and business addresses, empty lots, parks, and call box locations. It is used by various city departments for their respective systems and tools.
4
Tags are mostly relevant but could be more specific
["address-points", "cambridge-gis", "planning-data"]
1
67
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:31:02
2026-03-12 06:31:02
wrqt-2qw9
Cambridge Arts Grants 2007-Present
This dataset contains information related to The Cambridge Arts Council’s Grant Program from 2007 to present. It includes the names of all individuals and organizations Cambridge Arts has supported through the grant program since 2007, the year(s) each applicant received funding, the name of each proposed project, the...
General Government
Cambridge Arts Council
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/wrqt-2qw9
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2017-04-27T13:09:19.000Z
2024-09-23T20:54:54.000Z
2017-01-26T17:08:40.000Z
818
11
477
["art", "entertainment", "government and finance", "grants"]
["Grantee", "Year", "Grantee City", "Category", "Grant Type", "Granted Amount", "Project Name"]
2026-03-12T07:51:20.069314
fair
0.688
0
4
Clearly states what data is collected
This dataset contains grant information for individuals and organizations supported by the Cambridge Arts Council's Grant Program since 2007, including grantee names, years, cities, categories, grant types, amounts, and project names.
4
Tags are mostly accurate and specific
["arts-funding", "government-grants", "local-arts"]
1
67
1
1
1
2,510
2026-03-12 07:51:20
2026-03-12 07:51:20
x55n-q9yc
Cambridge Arts Street Performer Permits 2000-2016
This dataset contains information related to The Cambridge Arts Street Performer Program from 2000 to present. It includes the number of permits issued during each year since 2000.
General Government
Cambridge Arts Council
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/x55n-q9yc
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2017-05-18T18:24:35.000Z
2024-10-08T21:42:32.000Z
2017-01-26T17:26:03.000Z
760
10
330
["entertainment", "permits"]
["Year", "Number of Permits Issued"]
2026-03-12T07:51:07.962746
fair
0.637
0
4
Clearly states purpose
This dataset contains information on street performer permits issued by the Cambridge Arts Council annually from 2000 to 2016. It includes the number of permits issued each year, providing insight into the program's activity over time.
4
Tags are useful but not highly specific
["entertainment-permits", "street-performers", "cambridge-arts-council"]
1
33
1
1
1
2,489
2026-03-12 07:51:07
2026-03-12 07:51:07
bdjh-g8un
Cambridge Bluebikes Data
All Bluebikes trips that started or ended at a station in Cambridge, extracted from Bluebikes system data (https://bluebikes.com/system-data). Updated monthly after release by Bluebikes. Trip data records in the source data without a valid start or end time are excluded. See also the Bluebikes Data Summarized (https://...
Transportation
Bluebikes
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/bdjh-g8un
data.cambridgema.gov
Monthly
2026-03-07T14:00:32.000Z
2026-03-07T14:00:32.000Z
2020-08-25T20:54:26.000Z
205
11
11
["bicycles", "bluebikes"]
["End Station Location", "Started At", "Ended At", "Start Station ID", "Start Station Name", "Start Station Longitude", "Start Station Location", "End Station ID", "End Station Latitude", "Ride ID", "End Station Name", "Member Type", "Bike Type", "Start Station Latitude", "End Station Longitude"]
2026-03-12T06:57:12.974598
fair
0.687
1
4
clearly states purpose
This dataset contains Bluebikes trip data for Cambridge, including start and end station information. It is updated monthly by Bluebikes. The data can be used to understand transportation patterns in Cambridge.
4
tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["cambridge", "bluebikes", "transportation", "bicycles"]
1
33
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:57:12
2026-03-12 06:57:12
72g6-j7aq
Cambridge Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance (BEUDO) Data 2015-2024
This dataset contains compliance status and energy and water use data gathered under the Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance (BEUDO) program. Property details, energy use and water use data are submitted by property owners or managers whose properties are subject to BEUDO through an online tool called ENERGY STAR ...
Energy and the Environment
Community Development Department
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/72g6-j7aq
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2025-12-15T22:08:42.000Z
2026-02-04T18:12:25.000Z
2016-11-21T23:27:04.000Z
9,595
276
3,058
["sustainability", "housing and development", "glocal", "building energy use disclosure ordinance - beudo"]
["Electricity Use - Grid Purchase (kBtu)", "cambridge_neighborhoods 2", "Data Year", "Compliance Status", "Kerosene Emissions Factor (Metric Tons CO2e per Million Btus)", "Diesel Emissions Factor (Metric Tons CO2e per Million Btus)", "Fuel Oil #4 Emissions (Metric Tons CO2e)", "Site Energy Use (kBtu)", "Water Use (All ...
2026-03-12T07:06:42.642288
fair
0.738
1
4
clearly explains data
This dataset contains energy and water use data for properties in Cambridge, including electricity, water, and fuel usage, submitted by property owners under the Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance (BEUDO) program.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["building-energy-use", "energy-disclosure", "sustainability-data", "greenhouse-gas-emissions", "cambridge-municipal-data"]
1
67
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:06:42
2026-03-12 07:06:42
2b3j-9kdn
Cambridge Business Diversity Directory
The Cambridge Business Diversity Directory is a tool connecting local businesses owned by historically excluded proprietors to customers. The Directory aims to elevate businesses owned by women, people of color, veterans, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals of Portuguese descent. ...
Economic Development
Cambridge Community Development and local businesses
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/2b3j-9kdn
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2025-12-01T20:52:07.000Z
2025-12-01T20:52:07.000Z
2021-04-21T13:40:06.000Z
1,757
60
1,753
["disabled", "planning", "economic development", "diversity", "business"]
["Description", "Longitude", "Website", "Neighborhood", "Business Type", "Identifying As", "Category", "Phone", "Street Address", "Name", "Latitude", "Year Opened", "Email", "Nonprofit Status"]
2026-03-12T07:07:54.881584
good
0.938
1
4
Clearly explains purpose
This dataset contains business listings for historically excluded proprietors in Cambridge, including women, people of color, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. It includes business type, neighborhood, and website information. The directory aims to promote economic development and diversity.
4
Tags match the dataset well
["business-directory", "economic-development", "diversity-inclusion", "cambridge-ma", "small-business"]
1
100
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:07:54
2026-03-12 07:07:54
eiuf-6ksy
Cambridge Community Wide Greenhouse Gas Inventory 2012
This dataset contains an inventory of Cambridge's estimated community-wide greenhouse gas emissions for the year 2012. The data was created by DNV-GL, MAPC and the Environmental & Transportation division of the Community Development Department. It was created to establish a baseline for total emissions community wide p...
Energy and the Environment
Cambridge CDD
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/eiuf-6ksy
data.cambridgema.gov
As Needed
2018-01-02T21:22:20.000Z
2023-11-03T21:10:22.000Z
2018-01-02T20:29:39.000Z
832
16
365
["greenhouse gas - ghg", "climate", "energy", "sustainability", "glocal"]
["Methane Emissions (MT CH4)", "Source", "Sector", "Subsector", "Carbon Dioxide Equivalent Emissions (MT CO2e)", "Nitrous Oxide Emissions (MT N2O)", "Carbon Dioxide Emissions (MT CO2)", "Scope"]
2026-03-12T07:50:19.494261
fair
0.788
1
4
Clearly states purpose
This dataset contains an inventory of Cambridge's estimated community-wide greenhouse gas emissions for 2012. It includes methane, carbon dioxide, and nitrous oxide emissions by source and sector. The data provides a baseline for the City to set reduction goals and track progress.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["greenhouse-gas-emissions", "carbon-footprint", "sustainability", "climate-change", "environmental-data"]
1
100
0
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:50:19
2026-03-12 07:50:19
wtcw-2b22
Cambridge Data Projects
Index of public-facing analysis projects that use Cambridge data
General Government
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/wtcw-2b22
data.cambridgema.gov
As Needed
2025-09-26T15:32:03.000Z
2025-09-26T15:32:11.000Z
2017-03-15T15:20:29.000Z
1,108
34
12,373
["open data"]
["Image", "Dataset URL", "Project URL", "Title", "Date", "Author"]
2026-03-12T07:09:31.441524
fair
0.675
1
3
Mentions topic vaguely
This dataset contains index data for public-facing analysis projects using Cambridge data, including project titles and URLs.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["open-data", "cambridge-data", "public-projects"]
1
33
1
0
1
0
2026-03-12 07:09:31
2026-03-12 07:09:31
ify2-i22z
Cambridge Homeless Point-in-Time Count data: 2012-present
This dataset includes Point-in-Time (PIT) data collected in Cambridge between 2012 and 2025. The PIT count is a count of sheltered and unsheltered homeless persons on a single night in January. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires that communities receiving funding through the Continuum o...
Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP)
Cambridge Department of Human Service Programs
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/ify2-i22z
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2025-07-21T14:46:17.000Z
2025-07-21T14:46:17.000Z
2017-11-13T16:42:23.000Z
9,807
130
802
["census", "health and safety", "housing and development", "homeless"]
["Total Beds for Households without Children", "American Indian or Alaska Native", "Black or African-American", "White", "Non-Hispanic/Non-Latino", "Unaccompanied Youth", "Veterans", "Transgender", "Male", "Female", "Persons over age 24", "Persons age 18 to 24", "Children under age 18", "Single Individuals", "Persons i...
2026-03-12T07:10:56.763166
good
0.888
1
5
Precise and complete description
This dataset includes Point-in-Time (PIT) data collected in Cambridge between 2012 and 2025. It contains basic counts and demographic information of persons experiencing homelessness on each PIT date, including housing inventory counts of shelter and transitional housing units. The data contributes to national estimate...
4
Tags are mostly relevant and specific
["homelessness", "point-in-time-count", "cambridge-ma", "hud-data"]
1
67
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:10:56
2026-03-12 07:10:56
4ych-7366
Cambridge Municipal 2021 Electric Use and Cost Data
Monthly electric use and cost data including solar generation
null
Department of Public Works
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/4ych-7366
data.cambridgema.gov
As Needed
2022-10-05T15:13:16.000Z
2024-05-06T21:31:28.000Z
2022-08-12T21:24:27.000Z
458
7
257
["solar", "climate", "electricity", "energy", "greenhouse gas - ghg"]
["DOER Region", "Account Provider", "Fuel (group)", "Zip Code", "Rate Class", "Fuel Family", "Account Active", "Fuel (units)", "City", "Building Category", "Usage Cost Delivery", "kBTU/sf", "Usage Demand (MMBTU)", "Use", "Building School Type", "Building Subcategory", "Street Address 2", "Street Address", "Facility", "...
2026-03-12T07:43:38.774274
fair
0.775
1
4
clearly states purpose
This dataset contains monthly electric use and cost data for Cambridge Municipal, including solar generation. It includes data on fuel types, zip codes, and rate classes. The data can be used to analyze energy consumption and costs.
4
Tags are well matched to the dataset
["energy-consumption", "solar-power", "electricity-costs"]
1
100
1
1
0
0
2026-03-12 07:43:38
2026-03-12 07:43:38
m5zs-2fuf
Cambridge Municipal Greenhouse Gas Inventory 2008 - 2012 (Historical)
Scope 1 and 2 emissions from City of Cambridge activities for the years 2008 through 2012. For more information, visit: http://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/climateandenergy/municipalsustainability/municipalghginventory
Planning
null
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/m5zs-2fuf
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2017-04-11T20:21:38.000Z
2024-02-23T17:06:35.000Z
2016-05-04T20:50:55.000Z
980
13
372
["energy", "greenhouse gas - ghg", "climate", "sustainability", "glocal"]
["Use (kwh)", "CH4 (kg)", "Fuel", "Total CO2e (metric tons)", "Scope", "N2O (kg)", "CH4 (metric tons)", "UniqueID", "Use (gallons)", "CO2e from CH4 (metric tons)", "CO2 (metric tons)", "Sector", "Use (MMBtu)", "Use (therms)", "CO2 (kg)", "N2O (metric tons)", "Year", " CO2e from N2O (metric tons)"]
2026-03-12T07:51:32.224166
poor
0.488
0
4
Clearly states what data is collected
This dataset contains greenhouse gas emissions data from City of Cambridge activities from 2008 to 2012, including CO2e, CH4, and N2O metrics.
4
Tags are well-matched but could be more specific
["greenhouse-gas-emissions", "carbon-footprint", "sustainability-data", "climate-change", "energy-consumption"]
1
100
0
0
1
2,526
2026-03-12 07:51:32
2026-03-12 07:51:32
k3pi-9823
Cambridge Neighborhood Polygons
View full metadata https://www.cambridgema.gov/GIS/gisdatadictionary/Boundary/BOUNDARY_CDDNeighborhoods Description Created for the establishment of neighborhood planning groups, administration of Community Development Block Group )(CDBG) programs, Community Development Department (CDD) staff allocation, and for mappi...
Planning
Cambridge GIS
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/k3pi-9823
data.cambridgema.gov
As Needed
2026-03-11T04:05:39.000Z
2026-03-11T04:05:39.000Z
2021-08-02T22:58:50.000Z
752
15
306
["gis", "housing and development", "map", "neighborhoods", "shapefile"]
["Geometry", "Neighborhood Name", "Neighborhood ID", "Webpage"]
2026-03-12T06:32:50.646221
good
0.938
1
4
clear purpose stated
This dataset contains neighborhood polygons for planning and mapping purposes, including Geometry, Neighborhood Name, and Neighborhood ID fields.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["gis", "neighborhoods", "planning", "cambridge-ma", "geospatial-data"]
1
100
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 06:32:50
2026-03-12 06:32:50
c392-hjk3
Cambridge Parcel Data
This polygon layer contains all of the property parcels in Cambridge. Each parcel has a unique Map and Lot ID number that links it to a record in the Assessing Department's Vision database system. Created for internal use by the Assessing Department to provide a visual reference associated with each parcel in the CAMA...
Assessing
City of Cambridge
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/c392-hjk3
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2025-12-11T20:02:16.000Z
2025-12-11T20:02:16.000Z
2024-10-24T18:14:40.000Z
5,003
161
293
["gis", "parcels"]
["the_geom", "MAP", "PLAN_ID", "created_us", "Editor", "LOC_ID", "SOURCE", "POLY_TYPE", "EditDate", "GlobalID", "UYEAR", "LOT", "ML", "SHAPE_STLe", "SHAPE_STAr", "last_edi_1", "created_da", "last_edite"]
2026-03-12T07:07:18.407670
fair
0.787
1
4
Clear about purpose
This dataset contains property parcel polygons in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with unique IDs and attributes for internal use and external reference.
4
Tags are mostly relevant but not very specific
["cambridge-parcels", "gis-data", "property-boundaries"]
1
33
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:07:18
2026-03-12 07:07:18
m7ew-safu
Cambridge Parcel Information - FY2014 (Historical)
This is the Fiscal Year 2014 Tax dataset. The data is current as of January 1, 2013. The data includes all the fields found in the Property database at: http://www.cambridgema.gov/Assess/PropertyDatabase For GIS users: Link the field ML in the GIS to field ML in the Excel file. Basic Parcel Information Report W...
Assessing
City of Cambridge Assessing Department
null
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/m7ew-safu
data.cambridgema.gov
Historical Data
2017-03-07T02:33:37.000Z
2024-02-23T17:07:22.000Z
2014-06-02T22:54:13.000Z
3,112
34
8,511
["parcels", "housing and development", "assessing"]
["Ext Wall1 Description", "Mailing Address (city)", "Mailing Address (state)", "Address (address)", "Neighborhood/ Market Area", "Mailing Address (address)", "Building Number", "Number Bathrooms", "Address", "Mailing Address", "Type", "Ayb", "Total Assessed Land Value", "Roof Cover Description", "Number Bedrooms", "Gra...
2026-03-12T07:52:07.365521
poor
0.488
0
4
Clearly states purpose
This dataset contains historical parcel information for Cambridge, including addresses, building numbers, and bathroom counts, collected by the City of Cambridge Assessing Department for assessing purposes.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["parcels", "cambridge-ma", "property-data", "assessing", "gis-data"]
1
67
0
1
1
2,562
2026-03-12 07:52:07
2026-03-12 07:52:07
vnxa-cuyr
Cambridge Parking Tickets
This layer contains the Parking Tickets issued since January 2014 and contains tickets that were issued by both the PCO's, the Parking Control Officers, and the Cambridge Police. It does not contain Ticket Numbers or Officer Badge Numbers at the instruction of management. Nor does it contain any vehicle data or plate n...
Transportation
This data resides on the City of Cambridge Ticket Managment System currently managed by Xerox, Corp.
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/vnxa-cuyr
data.cambridgema.gov
Annually
2026-01-08T15:09:50.000Z
2026-01-08T15:09:50.000Z
2014-05-13T15:13:10.000Z
12,087
159
4,846
["vision zero", "violations", "parking meter"]
["Issue Time", "Ticket Issue Date", "location type", "Location", "ticket number", "amount due", "Violation Code", "Department", "Violation Description", "Meter"]
2026-03-12T07:05:54.121257
good
0.888
1
3
Adequate description
This dataset contains parking tickets issued in Cambridge since January 2014, including location types, issue dates, and amounts due.
4
Tags are mostly relevant and useful
["parking-violations", "cambridge-parking-tickets", "transportation-data"]
1
67
1
1
1
0
2026-03-12 07:05:54
2026-03-12 07:05:54
3wsm-e5jx
Cambridge Permit Finder
Aggregated data set of various permits (from Inspectional Services and the Department of Public Works). Use this to find out what permits are in use around the city. For more details on each permit, you can visit that permit type's individual data set.
General Government
null
Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License
null
https://data.cambridgema.gov/d/3wsm-e5jx
data.cambridgema.gov
Weekly
2026-03-11T15:49:21.000Z
2026-03-11T15:49:21.000Z
2025-12-19T16:56:11.000Z
113
53
5
["permits"]
["cambridge_cdd_zoning", "longitude", "MBL", "Applicant Submit Date", "Issue date", "latitude", "ID", "Permit Type", "Full Address", "coordinates", "specific URL", "Police Neighborhood Regions", "Census Blocks 2010", "cambridge_neighborhoods", "Police Response Districts", "Status"]
2026-03-12T06:27:12.236871
fair
0.737
1
4
Clearly states purpose
This dataset contains aggregated permit data from Inspectional Services and the Department of Public Works. It provides information on various permits in use around the city, including permit types and addresses.
4
Tags are broadly correct but not very specific
["permits", "cambridge-permits", "city-permits", "government-permits"]
1
33
1
0
1
0
2026-03-12 06:27:12
2026-03-12 06:27:12
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