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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).

Veterans' Services

The Health & Human Services (HHS) Department recognizes the courageous service of Somerville veterans and works hard to help them, their dependents, and survivors access benefits from federal, state and local agencies that they have earned.  The Veterans' Services Office helps these men and women, as well as their families, gain access to financial assistance and medical treatment. Services also include assistance with: 

Rabies Vaccine Clinics

The State of Massachusetts offers Rabies Clinics each Spring for both dogs and cats.

Upcoming Rabies Vaccine Clinics

Off-Leash Recreational Areas

For dogs with a valid license, the City has designated Three Off-Leash Recreational Areas (OLRAs):

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