Engineering Standards and Development
The City of Cambridge sets engineering standards to make sure City infrastructure is designed and built safely and to last. Our Engineering Standards and Development Manual outlines how municipal infrastructure should be designed, approved, inspected and constructed. Email engineering@cambridge.ca to request a copy of this document or if you have any questions.
Site Alteration
If a property owner would like to do grading or remove trees before final approvals, this work may be allowed under Site Alteration By‑law 23‑103.You can request and send permit applications and required documents to engineering@cambridge.caAdditional Requirements
Projects in the Region of Waterloo must also follow the Design Guidelines and Supplemental Specifications for Municipal Services (DGSSMS). Learn more about construction and design standards on the Region’s website.