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Meeting Access Information
February 18, 2026 at 6:00-7:00 p.m. via Zoom Webinar: https://cambridgema.zoom.us/j/87628198789 Check your e-mail (including spam/junk folder) for confirmation. If you do not have a computer or e-mail address, you may attend via phone by dialing +1 646 931 3860 The webinar ID is: 876 2819 8789 This month’s Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) meeting will be held virtually through Zoom webinar in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023 adopted by the Massachusetts General Court and approved by the Governor. Members of the public can also provide comments in writing or via email before the meeting. The City of Cambridge will provide reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities upon request. Please make requests for alternative formats as soon as possible by contacting the staff listed above. The Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) meets on the third Wednesday of the month or on an as-needed basis. Specific agenda items and meetings are confirmed and published in advance. HSAC meetings are also listed on the citywide Calendar of Events. General information about the Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) can be found on the following webpage: https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/zoninganddevelopment/advcomms/harvardadvcomm. For more information, please contact Mason Wells, Associate Zoning Planner for Zoning and Development within the Cambridge Community Development Department, at 617-349-9794 or mwells@cambridgema.gov
February 18, 2026 at 6:00-7:00 p.m. via Zoom Webinar: https://cambridgema.zoom.us/j/87628198789 Check your e-mail (including spam/junk folder) for confirmation. If you do not have a computer or e-mail address, you may attend via phone by dialing +1 646 931 3860 The webinar ID is: 876 2819 8789 This month’s Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) meeting will be held virtually through Zoom webinar in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023 adopted by the Massachusetts General Court and approved by the Governor. Members of the public can also provide comments in writing or via email before the meeting. The City of Cambridge will provide reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities upon request. Please make requests for alternative formats as soon as possible by contacting the staff listed above. The Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) meets on the third Wednesday of the month or on an as-needed basis. Specific agenda items and meetings are confirmed and published in advance. HSAC meetings are also listed on the citywide Calendar of Events. General information about the Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) can be found on the following webpage: https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/zoninganddevelopment/advcomms/harvardadvcomm. For more information, please contact Mason Wells, Associate Zoning Planner for Zoning and Development within the Cambridge Community Development Department, at 617-349-9794 or mwells@cambridgema.gov
Project Review and Discussion
1. BZA Quick-Service Food Establishment Special Permit Application – 37 Brattle Street (7th Street Burger) The Applicant is proposing a formula business quick-service food establishment in an approximately 954 square foot ground floor retail space with approximately 1,053 square feet of basement storage on the ground floor of 37 Brattle Street in Harvard Square. 7th Street Burger focuses on made to order “smash” burgers with approximately 43 stores nationally and 3 stores in Massachusetts. Fast Order/Quick-Service Food Establishments in the Harvard Square Overlay District require a special permit from the Board of Zoning Appeal (BZA) if they are considered a Formula Business. 7th Street Burger is a chain that qualifies as a Formula Business. In considering applications for Special Permits for Fast Order or Quick-Service Food Establishments, the BZA shall find that in addition to other criteria specified in Zoning Section 10.40, that the requirements of Section 11.31(a)-(g) are also met. HSAC will review the application and prepare a recommendation to be submitted to the BZA.
1. BZA Quick-Service Food Establishment Special Permit Application – 37 Brattle Street (7th Street Burger) The Applicant is proposing a formula business quick-service food establishment in an approximately 954 square foot ground floor retail space with approximately 1,053 square feet of basement storage on the ground floor of 37 Brattle Street in Harvard Square. 7th Street Burger focuses on made to order “smash” burgers with approximately 43 stores nationally and 3 stores in Massachusetts. Fast Order/Quick-Service Food Establishments in the Harvard Square Overlay District require a special permit from the Board of Zoning Appeal (BZA) if they are considered a Formula Business. 7th Street Burger is a chain that qualifies as a Formula Business. In considering applications for Special Permits for Fast Order or Quick-Service Food Establishments, the BZA shall find that in addition to other criteria specified in Zoning Section 10.40, that the requirements of Section 11.31(a)-(g) are also met. HSAC will review the application and prepare a recommendation to be submitted to the BZA.
General Business
1. Review and Finalize Draft “HSAC Guidance for Areas of Review” Document Members will review the draft advisory document and provide final feedback prior to adoption. The guidance is intended to assist applicants preparing for HSAC review of BZA Quick-Service Food Establishment Special Permits.
2. Staff Update: Notice of Upcoming HSAC Chair Election (September Meeting) Staff will provide a brief reminder regarding the annual election for Committee Chair scheduled for the September meeting. Per committee guidelines: "On an annual basis at the first meeting in September, the Harvard Square Advisory Committee will elect a Chair who may serve no more than two (2) years as chair within a three (3) year period."
1. Review and Finalize Draft “HSAC Guidance for Areas of Review” Document Members will review the draft advisory document and provide final feedback prior to adoption. The guidance is intended to assist applicants preparing for HSAC review of BZA Quick-Service Food Establishment Special Permits.
2. Staff Update: Notice of Upcoming HSAC Chair Election (September Meeting) Staff will provide a brief reminder regarding the annual election for Committee Chair scheduled for the September meeting. Per committee guidelines: "On an annual basis at the first meeting in September, the Harvard Square Advisory Committee will elect a Chair who may serve no more than two (2) years as chair within a three (3) year period."
Aug 19, 2026 Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) Meeting
Meeting Access Information
February 18, 2026 at 6:00-7:00 p.m. via Zoom Webinar: https://cambridgema.zoom.us/j/87628198789 Check your e-mail (including spam/junk folder) for confirmation. If you do not have a computer or e-mail address, you may attend via phone by dialing +1 646 931 3860 The webinar ID is: 876 2819 8789 This month’s Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) meeting will be held virtually through Zoom webinar in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023 adopted by the Massachusetts General Court and approved by the Governor. Members of the public can also provide comments in writing or via email before the meeting. The City of Cambridge will provide reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities upon request. Please make requests for alternative formats as soon as possible by contacting the staff listed above. The Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) meets on the third Wednesday of the month or on an as-needed basis. Specific agenda items and meetings are confirmed and published in advance. HSAC meetings are also listed on the citywide Calendar of Events. General information about the Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) can be found on the following webpage: https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/zoninganddevelopment/advcomms/harvardadvcomm. For more information, please contact Mason Wells, Associate Zoning Planner for Zoning and Development within the Cambridge Community Development Department, at 617-349-9794 or mwells@cambridgema.gov
February 18, 2026 at 6:00-7:00 p.m. via Zoom Webinar: https://cambridgema.zoom.us/j/87628198789 Check your e-mail (including spam/junk folder) for confirmation. If you do not have a computer or e-mail address, you may attend via phone by dialing +1 646 931 3860 The webinar ID is: 876 2819 8789 This month’s Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) meeting will be held virtually through Zoom webinar in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023 adopted by the Massachusetts General Court and approved by the Governor. Members of the public can also provide comments in writing or via email before the meeting. The City of Cambridge will provide reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities upon request. Please make requests for alternative formats as soon as possible by contacting the staff listed above. The Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) meets on the third Wednesday of the month or on an as-needed basis. Specific agenda items and meetings are confirmed and published in advance. HSAC meetings are also listed on the citywide Calendar of Events. General information about the Harvard Square Advisory Committee (HSAC) can be found on the following webpage: https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/zoninganddevelopment/advcomms/harvardadvcomm. For more information, please contact Mason Wells, Associate Zoning Planner for Zoning and Development within the Cambridge Community Development Department, at 617-349-9794 or mwells@cambridgema.gov
Project Review and Discussion
1. BZA Quick-Service Food Establishment Special Permit Application – 37 Brattle Street (7th Street Burger) The Applicant is proposing a formula business quick-service food establishment in an approximately 954 square foot ground floor retail space with approximately 1,053 square feet of basement storage on the ground floor of 37 Brattle Street in Harvard Square. 7th Street Burger focuses on made to order “smash” burgers with approximately 43 stores nationally and 3 stores in Massachusetts. Fast Order/Quick-Service Food Establishments in the Harvard Square Overlay District require a special permit from the Board of Zoning Appeal (BZA) if they are considered a Formula Business. 7th Street Burger is a chain that qualifies as a Formula Business. In considering applications for Special Permits for Fast Order or Quick-Service Food Establishments, the BZA shall find that in addition to other criteria specified in Zoning Section 10.40, that the requirements of Section 11.31(a)-(g) are also met. HSAC will review the application and prepare a recommendation to be submitted to the BZA.
1. BZA Quick-Service Food Establishment Special Permit Application – 37 Brattle Street (7th Street Burger) The Applicant is proposing a formula business quick-service food establishment in an approximately 954 square foot ground floor retail space with approximately 1,053 square feet of basement storage on the ground floor of 37 Brattle Street in Harvard Square. 7th Street Burger focuses on made to order “smash” burgers with approximately 43 stores nationally and 3 stores in Massachusetts. Fast Order/Quick-Service Food Establishments in the Harvard Square Overlay District require a special permit from the Board of Zoning Appeal (BZA) if they are considered a Formula Business. 7th Street Burger is a chain that qualifies as a Formula Business. In considering applications for Special Permits for Fast Order or Quick-Service Food Establishments, the BZA shall find that in addition to other criteria specified in Zoning Section 10.40, that the requirements of Section 11.31(a)-(g) are also met. HSAC will review the application and prepare a recommendation to be submitted to the BZA.
General Business
1. Review and Finalize Draft “HSAC Guidance for Areas of Review” Document Members will review the draft advisory document and provide final feedback prior to adoption. The guidance is intended to assist applicants preparing for HSAC review of BZA Quick-Service Food Establishment Special Permits.
2. Staff Update: Notice of Upcoming HSAC Chair Election (September Meeting) Staff will provide a brief reminder regarding the annual election for Committee Chair scheduled for the September meeting. Per committee guidelines: "On an annual basis at the first meeting in September, the Harvard Square Advisory Committee will elect a Chair who may serve no more than two (2) years as chair within a three (3) year period."
1. Review and Finalize Draft “HSAC Guidance for Areas of Review” Document Members will review the draft advisory document and provide final feedback prior to adoption. The guidance is intended to assist applicants preparing for HSAC review of BZA Quick-Service Food Establishment Special Permits.
2. Staff Update: Notice of Upcoming HSAC Chair Election (September Meeting) Staff will provide a brief reminder regarding the annual election for Committee Chair scheduled for the September meeting. Per committee guidelines: "On an annual basis at the first meeting in September, the Harvard Square Advisory Committee will elect a Chair who may serve no more than two (2) years as chair within a three (3) year period."
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