Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I apply for an Excise Tax Abatement?

An abatement is a reduction in your excise tax. 1. Use the following link to navigate to the: Excise Tax Abatement Form 2. Enter the requested...

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How do I apply for a Tent Permit?

To Apply for a Tent Permit, you need to fill out the online application. For help completing the application, follow the steps below. Step 1: From...

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How do I submit a Trench Permit?

To submit a Trench Permit, you will need to fill out the application online. For help completing the application, follow the steps below. Step 1:...

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How do I apply for a sign permit?

To apply for a Sign Permit, you will need to fill out the online application. For help completing the application, follow the steps below. Step 1:...

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How do I apply for a Sheet Metal and Mechanical Permit?

To apply for a Sheet Metal and Mechanical Permit, you will need to fill out the application online. Follow the steps below for help completing the...

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How do I apply for an Exterior Paint Removal Permit?

To apply for an Exterior Paint Removal Permit, you will need to fill out the online application. Follow the steps below for help applying for the...

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How do I obtain copies of vital records?

Vital records document life events such as birth, death or marriage. You may obtain vital records by either visiting the City Clerk's office during...

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How do I apply for a Cryogenic Fluids and Compressed Gases Permit?

To Apply for a Cryogenic Fluids and Compressed Gases Permit, you will need to fill out the application online. Follow the steps below for help...

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How do I apply for a Laboratory Registration?

To apply for a Laboratory Registration, you will need to fill out the application online. Follow the steps below for help completing the online...

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How do I apply for a Flammable and Combustible Materials Permit?

To apply for a Flammable and Combustible Materials Permit, you will need to fill out the application form online. For help completing the...

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How do I apply for a dumpster permit?

To apply for a dumpster permit, follow the steps below: 1. Select Government from the main page of the Watertown-Ma.Gov website. 2. Select Health...

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What are the dumpster regulations for the City of Watertown?

The Watertown Board of Health have created regulations regarding the use of dumpsters. These regulations aim to reduce nuisances, control rodents...

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How do I apply for a Recreational Camp Permit?

To apply for a Recreational Camp Permit, you will need to fill out the online application. Follow the steps below to complete the application. Step...

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How do I apply for a Hens & Honeybee Permit?

To apply for a Hens/Honeybee permit, you will need to fill out the application online. Follow the steps below to complete the application. Step 1:...

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How do I apply for a Farmer's Market Permit?

To apply for a Farmer's Market Permit, you will need to fill out the application online. Follow the steps below for help completing the application....

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How do I apply for a Temporary Food Permit?

If you are hosting a temporary food service event in Watertown, you will need to complete a Temporary Food Permit. See steps below on how to...

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How do I apply for a Funeral Director Permit?

If you would like to apply for a Funeral Director’s Permit, you will need to complete the online application. See the steps below on how to complete...

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How do I apply for a permit to operate a Hotel/Motel?

If you would like to apply for a Permit to Operate a Hotel/Motel, you will need to fill out the application online. See the steps below to complete...

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How do I apply for a Temporary Keeping of Animals Permit?

If you would like to apply for a temporary Keeping of Animals Permit, you will need to complete the online application. Follow the steps below to...

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How do you apply for a Mobile Food Vehicle Permit?

If you would like to apply for a Mobile Food Vehicle Permit, you will need to fill out the online application. See the steps below on how to...

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How do I complete a Tanning Establishment Application?

To Fill out a Tanning Establishment Application, you must complete it online. Follow the instructions below to complete the application. Step 1:...

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How do I pay my personal property tax?

Property Tax is a tax paid on property owned by an individual or other legal entity. 1. Use the following link to pay your personal property tax:...

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How do I apply for a Tobacco Product Sales Permit?

To apply for a Tobacco Product Sales Permit, you will need to fill out the online application. Follow the steps below on how to complete the...

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How do I apply for a field, park or picnic table permit?

1. To apply for a park, field or picnic table permit, first visit our Recreation Department website: Watertown Parks and Rec, MA | Official Website...

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How do I schedule a bulk item pickup?

What is considered a bulk item? White goods/appliances and household furniture items. Household Furniture: * Couch * Rug * Wooden Chairs * Tables *...

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How do I report a missed trash or recycling pickup?

If your trash or recycling was missed on your scheduled collection day, you can input a request to have it picked up. Depending on the reason for...

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How can I order a replacement trash or recycling tote, or an additional recycling tote?

Watertown residents may order replacement trash and recycling totes if their current ones are damaged. Residents do also have the option to order an...

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What can I bring to the Recycle Center?

The City of Watertown has a Recycle Center that can be used to drop off a variety of recyclables. See below the location, hours and types of items...

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How do I find my trash/recycling pickup schedule?

To find your trash/recycling pickup schedule, use the steps below: Step 1: Navigate to watertown-ma.gov Step 2: Select the "Property & Maps" button...

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How do I schedule a curbside pickup for a mattress or boxspring?

The State of MA requires that mattresses and box springs are now recycled. The City of Watertown works with the vendor HandUp for curbside mattress...

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How do I request for a new tree to be planted?

Residents of Watertown can request a new tree to be planted by completing the "New Tree Request" form. All submissions will be placed on a list to...

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How do I find a permit for a property?

Active and Inactive permits can be searched for on the Watertown-Ma.gov website. 1. Select Property & Maps from the main page of the...

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How do I apply to be on a Board, Commission or Committee

The Watertown City Council has set up boards, commissions, and committees to help with decisions and involve the public. Everyone is encouraged to...

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What is the Property Card feature used for?

* The Property Card feature, found under Property & Maps, is a great tool to find information about a particular property. It has information about...