Pay Bills Online, by Mail, or in Person

Most payments to the City of Somerville can be made online, but you can also mail or drop off payments. In addition to bill paying, we offer other online services, including online vital records requests and applying for permits and licenses.

Use of a charge card or ACH may incur a convenience fee. The City of Somerville receives only your bill payment amount. Convenience fees cover various administrative costs associated with accepting payments and are non-refundable. The convenience fee when using credit cards is a percentage-based or flat rate fee that varies depending on the card type, amount and the type of bill you are paying. The convenience fee is automatically calculated and is shown on the payment page before you submit your payment for processing. Convenience fees will appear as a separate charge from the bill amount on your bank or credit card statement.

Restaurants (with alcohol)
Common Victualers (restaurants without alcohol)
Private Clubs
Farmer Pourers (breweries, distilleries, wineries)
Inns
Educational Institutions
Package Stores
Entertainment (without on-premise food service)
...and Amendments to these licenses, and
Special Alcohol Licenses
Special Farmer Wineries at Farmers Markets
and more

Business Licenses

Garages for Auto Repairs and Parking
Used Car Dealers
Drain Layers
Extended Operating Hours (after midnight)
Outdoor Seating or Goods on Public sidewalks
Hawker Peddlers
Junk Dealers
Signs and Awnings
Grants of Location
Public Events
Raffles and Bazaars
and more

Marijuana Establishment Licenses

Marijuana Retailer
Marijuana Cultivator
Craft Marijuana Cooperative
Marijuana Product Manufacturer
Independent Testing Laboratory
Marijuana Research Facility
and more

If you are not able to apply by using your computer, please visit the appropriate department in person:

Home/Property-Owner and Health Licenses and Permits	Business Licenses	Alcohol/Restaurant Licenses
Inspectional Services Division 1 Franey Rd. Somerville, MA 02145	City Clerk's Office 93 Highland Ave. Somerville, MA 02143	Licensing Commission 93 Highland Ave. Somerville, MA 02143

Programs & Initiatives

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SomerMovieFest 2025

The City of Somerville’s annual SomerMovie Fest returns this year with a series of six family-friendly films being shown in parks around Somerville.

Massachusetts School Building Authority (MBSA)

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Pay Bills Online, by Mail, or in Person