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An application was received from Thomas Ferte representing Michette, requesting permission for one (1) projecting blade sign at the premises numbered 305 Webster Avenue approval has been received from Inspectional Services, Department of Public Works, Community Development Department and abutters proof of mailing has been provided.
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May 29, 2026
City of Cambridge, MA
Applicant
Primary Location
Record No: 1208102
305 WEBSTER AVE Unit 100
& Thomas Ferte
Sign/Awning Permit
2 617-201-5873
Cambridge, MA 02139
Status: Active
@ tomaferte@gmail.cor
Owner
> 125 Hampshire S
Submitted On: 4/24/2026
YUAN LIZHANG & LI ZHANG
Cambridge, MA 02139
225 WHITE ST BELMONT, MA 02478
General Information
What option best describes this application?*
Sign(s)
Description of Proposed Work*
Window signs, mural sign and blade sign
Estimated Cost of Sign(s) in dollars *
10500
Describe any existing signs or awnings that will remain (including the size of the remaining signs/awnings).*
None
Cambridge City Council approval may be required.
Will one or more of the proposed signs extend six (6) inches into the
public sidewalk?*
You must submit a Projected Sign Application and Abutter's Form to the City Clerk's Office.
Sign Information
Sign Text*
Michette
Type of Sign*
Illumination*
Natural
Projecting
Width of Sign (feet)*
Height of Sign (feet)*
2.625
1.8
Height from the ground to the top of the sign (feet)*
Area of Sign (square feet)*
4.725
12.3
Sign Material*
Height from the ground to bottom of the sign (feet)*
10.5
aluminum
Projection from the Building (inches)
Weight of the sign (Ibs)*
15
32
Is the sign an accessory to a first floor store?*
Width of Building Facade for Associated Use (feet)*
Yes
40
Sign Text*
Michette (Wall painted sign)
Type of Sign*
Illumination*
Natural
Wall-Mounted
Width of Sign (feet)*
Height of Sign (feet)*
3
Height from the ground to the top of the sign (feet)*
Area of Sign (square feet)*
8
18
Height from the ground to bottom of the sign (feet)*
Sign Material*
5
Paint
Weight of the sign (Ibs)*
Projection from the Building (inches)
0
0
Width of Building Facade for Associated Use (feet)*
Is the sign an accessory to a first floor store?*
Yes
40
Sign Text*
3 wall signs (in windows) with graphics:
"SOURDOUGH BREAD"
"PASTRIES & COFFEE"
"CAFE DE QUARTIER"
Illumination*
Type of Sign*
Wall-Mounted
Natural
Height of Sign (feet)*
Width of Sign (feet)*
2.5
3.33
Height from the ground to the top of the sign (feet)*
Area of Sign (square feet)*
5
8.33
Height from the ground to bottom of the sign (feet)*
Sign Material*
3
Paint
Projection from the Building (inches)
Weight of the sign (Ibs)*
0
0
Is the sign an accessory to a first floor store?*
Width of Building Facade for Associated Use (feet)*
Yes
40
Contractor
Contractor Name*
Torres Construction
Address*
44 Kingcrest Terrace, Randolph, MA 02368
Telephone*
E-mail*
6172015873
thomas@michette-bakery.com
License Number*
License Expiration Date*
07/12/2026
94978
Contractor's Signature
Date*
Signature of Licensed Contractor*
Heriberto Torres
04/24/2026
Community Development Approval
Sign requires a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeal a
Sign conforms to requirements of Article 7.000 a
-
-
Comments a
Exempt under Article 7.000 B
-
City Clerk Internal
Bond Number a
Attachments
REQUIRED
Drawing of Sign(s)
Cross Section - Blade Sign and Window Signs.png
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on Apr 28, 2026 at 10:51 PM
E= 2 Versions
Contract with Sign Company
REQUIRED
Hired Hand Sign - Contract.pdf
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on Apr 24, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Proof of Insurance
REQUIRED
Certificate - Cambridge Building Department (1) (2).pdf
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on Apr 24, 2026 at 2:58 PM
REQUIRED
Signed contract between property owner and applicant
305 Webster Ave. COMMERCIAL LEASE AGREEMENT (Signed),.pdf
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on Apr 24, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Michette - blade sign.png
Micheffe
Michette - blade sign.png
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on Apr 24, 2026 at 2:53 PM
CDD Form mural.pdf
CDD Form mural.pdf
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on Apr 28, 2026 at 10:51 PM
E: 2 Versions
CDD Form - blade sign.pdf
CDD Form - blade sign (4.28) pdf
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on Apr 28, 2026 at 10:51 PM
E= 2 Versions
Cross Section - Mural.png
Cross Section - Mural.png
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on Apr 28, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Cross Section - Blade Sign and Window Signs.png
Cross Section - Blade Sign and Window Signs.png
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on Apr 28, 2026 at 10:51 PM
CDD Form - Window Signs (x3).pdf
CDD Form - Window Signs (x3) pdf
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on Apr 28, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Sign Frontage 305 Webster (for reference).pdf
Sign Frontage 305 Webster (for reference). pdf
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on Apr 28, 2026 at 11:23 PM
305 Webster Ave Unit 100 (Michette)_Approved Sign Certificate Wall Sign Mural_2026.05.05.pdf
305 Webster Ave Unit 100 (Michette)_Approved Sign Certificate Wall Sign Mural_2026.05.05.pdf
Uploaded by Mason Wells on May 5, 2026 at 10:47 AM
305 Webster Ave Unit 100 (Michette)_Approved Sign Certificate Projecting Sign_2026.05.05.pdf
305 Webster Ave Unit 100 (Michette)_Approved Sign Certificate Projecting Sign_2026.05.05.pdf
Uploaded by Mason Wells on May 5, 2026 at 10:47 AM
305 Webster Ave Unit 100 (Michette)_ Approved Sign Certificate 3 Wall Sign Window_2026.05.05.pdf
305 Webster Ave Unit 100 (Michette)_Approved Sign Certificate 3 Wall Sign Window_2026.05.05.pdf
Uploaded by Mason Wells on May 5, 2026 at 10:47 AM
City Clerk - Projected sign application.pdf
City Clerk - Projected sign application.pdf
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on May 6, 2026 at 8:53 AM
City Clerk - Projected sign application with certified mail.pdf
City Clerk - Projected sign application with certified mail.p
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on May 14, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Signed Return Receipts - Abutter forms pdf
Signed Return Receipts - Abutter forms pdf
B
Uploaded by Thomas Ferte on May 22, 2026 at 7:59 AM
Record Activity
Thomas Ferte started a draft Record
04/24/2026 at 2:18 pm
Thomas Ferte added file Michette - blade sign.png
04/24/2026 at 2:51 pm
Thomas Ferte added file Michette - blade sign.png
04/24/2026 at 2:53 pm
Thomas Ferte added file Hired Hand Sign - Contract.pdf
04/24/2026 at 2:57 pm
04/24/2026 at 2:58 pm
Thomas Ferte added file Certificate - Cambridge Building Department (1) (2),pdf
04/24/2026 at 2:59 pm
Thomas Ferte added file 305 Webster Ave. COMMERCIAL LEASE AGREEMENT (Signed).pdf
Thomas Ferte submitted Record 1208102
04/24/2026 at 3:00 pm
OpenGov system altered approval step Community Development Plan Review, changed status from
04/24/2026 at 3:00 pm
Inactive to Active on Record 1208102
OpenGov system altered approval step Review for Completeness, changed status from Inactive to
04/24/2026 at 3:00 pm
Active on Record 1208102
OpenGov system assigned approval step Review for Completeness to William Pugliese on Record
04/24/2026 at 3:00 pm
1208102
OpenGov system assigned approval step Community Development Plan Review to Mason Wells on
04/24/2026 at 3:00 pm
Record 1208102
Thomas Ferte added file CDD Form mural.pdf to Record 1208102
04/24/2026 at 3:13 pm
Thomas Ferte added file CDD Form - blade sign.pdf to Record 1208102
04/24/2026 at 3:13 pm
04/27/2026 at 2:56 pm
William Pugliese approved approval step Review for Completeness on Record 1208102
Mason Wells submitted a Change Request on Record 1208102
04/28/2026 at 3:34 pm
Thomas Ferte added file CDD Form mural.pdf to Record 1208102
04/28/2026 at 10:51 pm
04/28/2026 at 10:51 pm
Thomas Ferte added file Cross Section - Blade Sign and Window Signs.png to Record 1208102
Thomas Ferte added file CDD Form - blade sign (4.28), pdf to Record 1208102
04/28/2026 at 10:51 pm
Thomas Ferte altered multi-entry field Width of Building Facade for Associated Use (feet), changed
04/28/2026 at 10:51 pm
value from "9" to "10" on Record 1208102
Thomas Ferte altered multi-entry field Height of Sign (feet), changed value from "21" to "0.8" on Record
04/28/2026 at 10:51 pm
1208102
Thomas Ferte altered multi-entry field Width of Sign (feet), changed value from "29" to "2.625" on
04/28/2026 at 10:51 pm
Record 1208102
Thomas Ferte submitted a new version of Record 1208102 of Record 1208102
04/28/2026 at 10:51 pm
Thomas Ferte added file Cross Section - Mural.png to Record 1208102
04/28/2026 at 10:51 pm
04/28/2026 at 10:51 pm
Thomas Ferte added file Cross Section - Blade Sign and Window Signs.png to Record 1208102
Thomas Ferte added file CDD Form - Window Signs (x3).pdf to Record 1208102
04/28/2026 at 11:00 pm
Thomas Ferte added file Sign Frontage 305 Webster (for reference).pdf to Record 1208102
04/28/2026 at 11:23 pm
Mason Wells altered multi-entry field Height of Sign (feet), changed value from "0.8" to "1.8" on Record
05/05/2026 at 10:21 am
1208102
Mason Wells altered multi-entry field Width of Building Facade for Associated Use (feet), changed value
05/05/2026 at 10:21 am
from "27" to "40" on Record 1208102
Mason Wells altered multi-entry field Area of Sign (square feet), changed value from "3.9" to "4,725" on
05/05/2026 at 10:21 am
Record 1208102
Mason Wells altered multi-entry field Width of Building Facade for Associated Use (feet), changed value
05/05/2026 at 10:21 am
from "10" to "40" on Record 1208102
Mason Wells altered multi-entry field Sign Text, changed value from "< span›PASTRIES &
05/05/2026 at 10:23 am
COFFEE</span› "to"‹p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: Opx Opx 10px;"> ‹span style="box-sizing:
border-box;"> 3 .." on Record 1208102
Mason Wells altered multi-entry field Height of Sign (feet), changed value from "2" to "2.5" on Record
05/05/2026 at 10:25 am
1208102
Mason Wells altered multi-entry field Width of Sign (feet), changed value from "3" to "3.33" on Record
05/05/2026 at 10:25 am
1208102
Mason Wells altered multi-entry field Width of Building Facade for Associated Use (feet), changed value
05/05/2026 at 10:25 am
from "27" to "40" on Record 1208102
Mason Wells altered multi-entry field Area of Sign (square feet), changed value from "6" to "8.33" on
05/05/2026 at 10:25 am
Record 1208102
Mason Wells added file 305 Webster Ave Unit 100 (Michette)_Approved Sign Certificate Projecting
05/05/2026 at 10:47 am
Sign_2026.05.05.pdf to Record 1208102
Mason Wells added file 305 Webster Ave Unit 100 (Michette)_ Approved Sign Certificate 3 Wall Sign
05/05/2026 at 10:47 am
Window_2026.05.05.pdf to Record 1208102
Mason Wells added file 305 Webster Ave Unit 100 (Michette)_ Approved Sign Certificate Wall Sign
05/05/2026 at 10:47 am
Mural_2026.05.05.pdf to Record 1208102
Mason Wells approved approval step Community Development Plan Review on Record 1208102
05/05/2026 at 10:51 am
OpenGov system altered approval step Department of Public Works Review, changed status from
05/05/2026 at 10:51 am
Inactive to Active on Record 1208102
OpenGov system assigned approval step Department of Public Works Review to Brian McLane on
05/05/2026 at 10:51 am
Record 1208102
Brian McLane approved approval step Department of Public Works Review on Record 1208102
05/05/2026 at 12:30 pm
OpenGov system altered approval step City Clerk Review, changed status from Inactive to Active on
05/05/2026 at 12:30 pm
Record 1208102
OpenGov system assigned approval step City Clerk Review to Lori Perez on Record 1208102
05/05/2026 at 12:30 pm
05/06/2026 at 8:53 am
Thomas Ferte added file City Clerk - Projected sign application,pdf to Record 1208102
Thomas Ferte added file City Clerk - Projected sign application with certified mail.pdf to Record
05/14/2026 at 11:57 am
1208102
05/22/2026 at 7:59 am
Thomas Ferte added file Signed Return Receipts - Abutter forms pdf to Record 1208102
Lori Perez approved approval step City Clerk Review on Record 1208102
05/27/2026 at 12:57 pm
OpenGov system altered approval step City Council Approval, changed status from Inactive to Active
05/27/2026 at 12:57 pm
on Record 1208102
05/27/2026 at 12:57 pm
OpenGov system assigned approval step City Council Approval to Lori Perez on Record 1208102
Timeline
Due
Label
Status
Activated
Assignee
Completed
Date
William
4/27/2026, 2:56:40
4/24/2026, 3:00:38
Completed
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© Review for Completeness
PM
PM
Pugliese
© Community Development
4/24/2026, 3:00:38
5/5/2026, 10:51:57
Completed
-
Mason Wells
PM
Plan Review
AM
5/5/2026, 12:30:37
5/5/2026, 10:51:57
Department of Public Works
Completed
-
Brian McLane
PM
AM
Review
5/5/2026, 12:30:37
5/27/2026, 12:57:17
Completed
-
Lori Perez
© City Clerk Review
PM
PM
Active
5/27/2026, 12:57:17
-
Lori Perez
City Council Approval
PM
Inactive
-
© Bond
Inactive
Thomas Ferte
-
( Sign Permit Fee
Inactive
-
-
© Building Inspector Review
Inactive
© Sign Permit
-
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OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
CAMBRIDGE CITY HALL, 795 MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE
CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS 02139
PHONE (617) 349-4260
FAX (617) 349-4269
DONNA P. LOPEZ
PAULA M. CRANE
CITY CLERK
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
, 2026
Cambridge, April 28
To the Honorable, the City Council of the City of Cambridge:
EACH PETITION MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A DRAWING OF PROPOSED SIGN, INDICATING DESIGN AND
DIMENSIONS AND LOCATION ON PREMISES.
The undersigned respectfully prays that Michette LLC
(NAME OF BUSINESS)
be granted permit to erect a sign of the following specifications in front of premises located at
305 Webster Avenue, Cambridge MA 02141
Type of Sign: Nonelock, alumnum sign face with mail breched and horowess)
(state whether electric or otherwise and material used in construction)
Reading matter to go on Sign:
Michette
15.9 Ibs
1.6' (h) x 2.625' (w)
Size: -
Weight:
Public Way
Obstruction:
B. 12'
A. 31"
(Give exact distance sign is to extend over sidewalk)
(Also exact distance from bottom of sign to sidewalk)
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13.6'
Height Above Grade: Bottom:
NOTICE - REGULATIONS
[Section 12.08.010 Municipal Code - Encroachments onto Streets]
Section 1212.0 State Building Code - Projecting Signs]
• A projecting sign shall be constructed wholly of incombustible materials.
• All signs must meet requirements of Zoning Ordinances and Building Code.
• Note: Section 12.12.220 provides in part "every owner who maintains a... structure in or over a street...shall do so only on
the condition that such maintenance shall be considered as an agreement on his part to keep the same and the covers thereof in
good repair and condition, at all times during his ownership, and to indemnify and save harmless the City against any and all
damages, cost or expenses which it may sustain, or be required to pay by reason of such.. structure."
PROPERTY OWNER OR AUTHORIZED AGENT HEREBY STATES THAT INFORMATION IS TRUE TO THE BEST OF HIS/HER
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING UNDER PAINS AND PENALTY OF PERJURY.
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(Property owner or authorized agent)
63 Harle Parker Road, Andover MA01810, 903-821-005
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1. Article Addressed to:
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE
Community Development Department
City Hall Annex, 344 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139
SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
Please fill out this application to indicate the number, type, and dimensions of signage for your building. If
you are unsure of the type of sign and/or allowable dimensions, please review the following pages of this
application and Article 7.000 of the Zoning Ordinance. Please note the following additional requirements:
• All signs must receive a permit from the Inspectional Services Department (ISD) before
installation. Community Development Department certification action does NOT constitute issuance
of a permit or certification that all other code requirements have been met. Do not contract for the
fabrication of a sign until all permits have been issued, including City Council approval if necessary,
for signs in the public way.
• Any sign or portion of a sign extending more than six (6) inches into the public way/sidewalk must
receive approval from the Cambridge City Council and a bond must be posted with the City Clerk. For
questions or additional information, please contact cddzoning@cambridgema.gov.
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Applicant Name: Michette
Phone: 6172015873
Email:
tomaferte@gmail.com
Sign Address: 305 Webster Avenue, Cambridge MA 02139
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE • CDD • SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
PROPOSED SIGN
Please fill out the information below and attach a sketch of the proposed sign to the application. Each proposed sign
requires an individual form to be filled out. For further information on sign types, see the below page.
Sign text: Michette
Sign type: Wall Sign
Area in square feet: 18
6
H
Dimensions: 3
L
Placement height in feet: 3
Depth from façade: 0
Illumination: Natural (no illumination)
Sign frontage in feet: 10
Area of existing signs to remain: 0
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CERTIFICATION
FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY
Sign conforms to requirements of Article 7.000: Choose option.
Sign requires a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals:
Choose option.
Comments:
Signature:
Date
CDD Representative
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE • CDD • SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
ILLUMINATION
AND EXTERNAL
SQ FT
SIGN
DING
ABOVE
GROUND
2 SIGNS PER LOT
FREESTANDING SIGN
self-supporting structure and is not attached to
any other structure.
A free standing sign is attached to or part of a
EXTERNAL
NATURAL AND
ILLUMINATION
BUILDING-
UNLIMITED •
OF SIGNS PER
SIGN FRONTAGE -
PARALLEL TO STREET
_LENGTH OF BUILDING
5Q FT
MAX 60
MAX
ABOVE
GROUND
WALL SIGN
OVERVIEW BY SIGN TYPE
sign area is parallel to the plane of the building.
A wall sign is affixed so its exposed face and all
APPROVE
IF PROJECTION
COUNCIL MUST
SYCEENS 6º CITY
SIGN FRONTAGE -
PARALLEL TO STREET
ABOVE
GROUND
LENGTH OF BUILDING
SQ FT
ONE SIGN PER
GROUND COOR
ESTABLISHMENT
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE • CDD • SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
ONLY
BYTERNAL
NATURAL AND
ILLUMINATION
PROJECTING SIGN
Please note that this guide is intended to provide an overview of requirements by sign type. Sign shall mean and include any permanent or
temporary structure, device, letter, words, model, banner, pennant, insignia, trade flag, or representation used as, or which is in the nature of, an
requirements, consult Article 7.000 of the Zoning Ordinance.
advertisement, announcement, or direction and which is designed to be seen from the outside of a building. For further information on specific
awning mounted signs.
a building face, including marquee, canopy, and
A projecting sign is attached to and projects from
S NOVIS INS
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE
Community Development Department
City Hall Annex, 344 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139
SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
Please fill out this application to indicate the number, type, and dimensions of signage for your building. If
you are unsure of the type of sign and/or allowable dimensions, please review the following pages of this
application and Article 7.000 of the Zoning Ordinance. Please note the following additional requirements:
• All signs must receive a permit from the Inspectional Services Department (ISD) before
installation. Community Development Department certification action does NOT constitute issuance
of a permit or certification that all other code requirements have been met. Do not contract for the
fabrication of a sign until all permits have been issued, including City Council approval if necessary,
for signs in the public way.
• Any sign or portion of a sign extending more than six (6) inches into the public way/sidewalk must
receive approval from the Cambridge City Council and a bond must be posted with the City Clerk. For
questions or additional information, please contact cddzoning@cambridgema.gov.
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Applicant Name: Michette
Phone: 6172015873
Email: tomaferte@gmail.com
Sign Address: 305 Webster Avenue, Cambridge MA 02139
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE • CDD • SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
PROPOSED SIGN
Please fill out the information below and attach a sketch of the proposed sign to the application. Each proposed sign
requires an individual form to be filled out. For further information on sign types, see the below page.
Sign text: Michette
Sign type: Wall Sign
18
Area in square feet:
Dimensions: 3
H
L
× 6
Placement height in feet: 3
Depth from façade: 0
Illumination: Natural (no illumination)
10
Sign frontage in feet:
Area of existing signs to remain: 0
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CERTIFICATION
FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY
Sign conforms to requirements of Article 7.000: Choose option.
Sign requires a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals: Choose option.
Comments:
Signature:
Date
CDD Representative
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE • CDD • SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
- NATURAL
ILLUMINATION
AND EXTERNAL
WITH CONDITIONS
INTERNAL ILLUMINATION
SQ FT
MAX 30
SIGN
ABOVE
GROUND
2 SIGNS PER LOT
FREESTANDING SIGN
self-supporting structure and is not attached to
any other structure.
A free standing sign is attached to or part of a
ONLY
EXTERNAL
NATURAL AND
ILLUMINATION
BUILDING -
OF SIGNS PER
UNLIMITED #
SIGN FRONTAGE -
PARALLEL TO STREET
LENGTH OF BUILDING
SQ FT
MAX 60
ABOVE
GROUND
WALL SIGN
OVERVIEW BY SIGN TYPE
A wall sign is affixed so its exposed face and all
sign area is parallel to the plane of the building.
APPROVE
IF PROJECTION
EXCEEDS 6*. CITY
COUNCIL MUST
SIGN FRONTAGE -
ABOVE
ENGTH OF PUIDING
PARALLEL TO STREET
GROUND
ЛАХ 13
SQ FT
ONE SIGN PER
GROUND CLOOR
ESTABLISHMENT.
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE • CDD • SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
ONLY
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NATURAL AND
ILLUMINATION
PROJECTING SIGN
Please note that this guide is intended to provide an overview of requirements by sign type. Sign shall mean and include any permanent or
advertisement, announcement, or direction and which is designed to be seen from the outside of a building. For further information on specific
requirements, consult Article 7.000 of the Zoning Ordinance.
temporary structure, device, letter, words, model, banner, pennant, insignia, trade flag, or representation used as, or which is in the nature of, an
a building face, including marquee, canopy, and
awning mounted signs.
A projecting sign is attached to and projects from
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE
Community Development Department
City Hall Annex, 344 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139
SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
Please fill out this application to indicate the number, type, and dimensions of signage for your building. If
you are unsure of the type of sign and/or allowable dimensions, please review the following pages of this
application and Article 7.000 of the Zoning Ordinance. Please note the following additional requirements:
• All signs must receive a permit from the Inspectional Services Department (ISD) before
installation. Community Development Department certification action does NOT constitute issuance
of a permit or certification that all other code requirements have been met. Do not contract for the
fabrication of a sign until all permits have been issued, including City Council approval if necessary,
for signs in the public way.
• Any sign or portion of a sign extending more than six (6) inches into the public way/sidewalk must
receive approval from the Cambridge City Council and a bond must be posted with the City Clerk. For
questions or additional information, please contact cddzoning@cambridgema.gov.
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Applicant Name: Michette
Phone: 6172015873
Email: tomaferte@gmail.com
Sign Address: 305 Webster Avenue, Cambridge MA 02139
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE • CDD • SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
PROPOSED SIGN
Please fill out the information below and attach a sketch of the proposed sign to the application. Each proposed sign
requires an individual form to be filled out. For further information on sign types, see the below page.
Sign text: Michette
Sign type: Wall Sign
Area in square feet: 18
6
Dimensions: 3
H
L
Placement height in feet: 3
Depth from façade: 0
Illumination: Natural (no illumination)
10
Sign frontage in feet:
Area of existing signs to remain: 0
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CERTIFICATION
FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY
Sign conforms to requirements of Article 7.000: Choose option.
Sign requires a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals:
Choose option.
Comments:
Signature:
Date
CDD Representative
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE • CDD • SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
NATURAL
ILLUMINATION
•AND EXTERNAL
WITH CONDITIONS
INTERNAL ILLUMINATION
CO CT
MAX 30
FREE
STAN-
: SIGN
I DING
in
ABOVE
GROUND
2 SIGNS PER LOT
FREESTANDING SIGN
self-supporting structure and is not attached to
A free standing sign is attached to or part of a
any other structure.
EXTERNAL
NATURAL AND
ILLUMINATION
"BUILDING.
UNLIMITED #
OF SIGNS PER
SIGN FRONTAGE -
PARALLEL TO STREET
LENGTH OF BUILDING
5Q FT
MAX 60
ARAVE
GROUND
WALL SIGN
OVERVIEW BY SIGN TYPE
sign area is parallel to the plane of the building.
A wall sign is affixed so its exposed face and all
IF PROJECTION
COUNCIL MUST
EXCEEDS 6*, CITY
SIGN FRONTAGE -
ENCTH OF ALL DING
ABOVE
GROUND
PARALLEL TO STREET
MAY 12
SQ FT
ONE SIGN PER
GROUND CIGAR
ESTABLISHMENT.
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE • CDD • SIGN CERTIFICATION APPLICATION
ONLY
• EXTERNAL
NATURAL AND
ILLUMINATION
PROJECTING SIGN
Please note that this guide is intended to provide an overview of requirements by sign type. Sign shall mean and include any permanent or
advertisement, announcement, or direction and which is designed to be seen from the outside of a building. For further information on specific
temporary structure, device, letter, words, model, banner, pennant, insignia, trade flag, or representation used as, or which is in the nature of, an
requirements, consult Article 7.000 of the Zoning Ordinance.
a building face, including marquee, canopy, and
A projecting sign is attached to and projects from
awning mounted signs.
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ACORD
CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE
3/17/2025
THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS
CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES
THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURERS), AUTHORIZED
REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER, AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER.
IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the policy(ies) must have ADDITIONAL INSURED provisions or be endorsed.
If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on
this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsements).
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Kaplansky Insurance
(AC, No, Ext): (781) 453-2552
0453-0422
10 Kearney Road
Suite 200
ADREss: info@kaplansky.com
Needham, MA 02494
NAIC #
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INSURER A : Atlantic Casualty Insurance Co.
INSURED
17000
INSURER B: Arbella Mutual Insurance Company
Torres Builders LLC
INSURER C: Associated Industries of MA (A.I.M. Mutual)
Heriberto Torres
INSURER D:
44 King Crest Terrace
INSURER E :
Randolph, MA 02368
INSURER F:
COVERAGES
REVISION NUMBER:
CERTIFICATE NUMBER:
THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD
NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS
CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS
EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS
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DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below
E.L. DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT S
Work site at 305 Webster Ave GambHICLES (ACORD 101, Aditional Remarks Schedule, may be attached if more space is required)
CERTIFICATE HOLDER
CANCELLATION
SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE
THE
EXPIRATION
NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN
Cambridge Building Department
ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS
831 Mass Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
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ACORD 25(2016/03)
The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD
PASTRIES & COFFEE
305
Michelte
SOURDOUGH BREAD
PASTRIES & COFFEE
305
Nichette
SOURDOUGH BREAD
1-617-817-7790
OKING
NO
ANYTIME
STOPPING
MICHETTE
Client Agreement
Lemail protected] (cdn-gill/email-protection).
www.hiredhandsigns.com
Hired Hand Signs will utilize existing brand elements to create exterior signage and gilded/hand-painted window
Designer: Jessica Marsh Wissemann (hereinafter referred to as "Designer")
Client: Thomas Ferte
PREPARED FORThomas Ferte
Cambridge, MA
Michette | Cambridge
159 Old Amherst Road, Sunderland, MA 01375
Lemail protected cdn-gill/email-protection).
Valid throughAugust 1, 2026
panel sign that will be fabricated and painted in Hired Hand Signs' studio.
Michette
413-695-8411
The signage proposal includes a combination of gilded and hand-painted work to be completed on-site, as well as a
treatments for Michette in Cambridge, MA.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Courtyard Gilded Window Sign
Courtyard Window Dimensions: 51" × 73" (center panel)
Pastries & Coffee Windows
Front Window Dimensions: 4 × 35.5" × 51.5"
Front Window Dimensions: 4 × 35.5" x 51.5"
Sourdough Bread Window
Double-Sided Exterior Hanging Swing Sign with Custom Hand-Painted Logo in Soft Cream
Black and cream painted illustration with 18K gold accents.
Hand-Painted & Gilded Window Artwork & Lettering on Divided Windows Flanking Entrance
Hand-Painted & Gilded Window Artwork & Lettering on Divided Windows Flanking Entrance
and the majority of bread, as pictured.
Artwork to cover the span of the divided window, as pictured.
Artwork Dimensions: 36" × 37"
Black and cream hand-painted illustration with 18K gold outlined croissant.
"PASTRIES & COFFEE" matte gold 18K gold with hand-painted black block shade.
Artwork to cover the span of the divided window, as pictured.
Michette Exterior Hanging Sign
Full Sign Width: 37.59" (95.5cm)
Material: Aluminum
Height: 21.6" (55cm)
Sign Face:
18K matte gold bicycle spokes, bread details, and jiggle lines. Hand-painted cream and black bicycle, basket, woman,
Width: 31.5" (80cm)
Weight: 15.9 Ibs (7.2kg)
"SOURDOUGH BREAD" 18K matte gold with hand-painted black block shade.
"Cafe De Quartier" 18K matte gold with hand-painted black block shade.
additional expenses with prior written
50% of the total due on Dec 31, 2025, in the amount of $5025.00
(iii) Designer shall be entitled to receive reimbursement for any overages
Sign will be delivered to client ready for installation.
On-site work will be coordinated in advance with the client to minimize disruption. The window work is anticipated to be
SUGGESTED PROJECT TIMELINE
*Installation and permitting not included. We recommend hiring a locally licensed contractor for installation.
LOCATION AND SITE PREP
PAYMENT TERMS
Hired Hand Signs will require 3-4 days on-site to complete the window work. Accommodations have been priced locally
Cream & Black hand-painted mural to read "MICHETTE"
approval of Client.
Travel & Lodging
coordination with the client once the work is complete.
*Hired Hand Signs studio is located 2 hours from the job site.
**Installation of the panel sign is not included. We recommend hiring a locally licensed contractor.
50% of the total due on Milestone 1 (TBD), in the amount of $5025.00
*Courtyard Mural on Brick* To be scheduled in the Spring.
(ii) Remaining balance is due upon completion of the work(s).5,025.00
scheduled in January of 2026.
at Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express in Cambridge. The price above reflects 3 nights.
be completed in Hired Hand Signs studio in Turners Falls, MA. Hired Hand Signs will deliver the panel sign in
Upon receipt of the deposit, Hired Hand Signs will begin securing the materials to complete the work. The panel sign will
*Hired Hand Signs will rely on the client to secure any necessary approvals.
(i) 50% deposit due upfront (non-refundable.)5,025.00
social
Upon completion of the Services, and expressly conditioned upon full payment of all fees and costs due, Designer
Client shall have sole responsibility for ensuring that Trademarks do not infringe the rights of third parties, and Client
Designer is entitled to identify as the creator of the work and share in their portfolio, including website and on
The physical sign will be constructed and hand-painted at the Designer's studio in Turners Falls, MA. The gilding and
agreement of the parties and the various terms and conditions of this Agreement.
Designer is an independent contractor, not an employee of Client or any company affiliated with Client. Designer shall
USAGE
RELATIONSHIP OF THE PARTIES
obtain trademark clearance or permissions, for use of Trademarks.
provide the Services under the general direction of Client, but Designer shall determine, in Designer's sole discretion,
out of any claim, demand, or action by a third party alleging trademark infringement, or arising out of Client's failure to
hand-painted windows will take place on-site in Cambridge, MA. The client hereby represents that they have the
shall indemnify, save and hold harmless Designer from any and all damages, liabilities, costs, losses or expenses arising
Agreement. All rights, if any, granted to Client are contractual in nature and are wholly defined by the express written
existing lettering must be removed from the window prior to the work commencing. Windows and the working area
should be cleaned in advance of painting with ammonia-free cleaner, e.g., 'Spray Away', if available. Hired Hand Signs
authority to retain the Designer for this purpose.
Works in connection with the Project as defined in the Proposal.
TRADEMARKS
the manner and means by which the Services are accomplished. This Agreement does not create a partnership or joint
Access to the window areas will be coordinated with the client. Vinyl coatings, tape, paper, marker, dust, debris, and any
hereby grants to Client the exclusive, perpetual and worldwide right and license to use, reproduce and display the Final
venture and neither party is authorized to act as agent or bind the other party except as expressly stated in this
will also clean the windows in advance of painting.
media platforms.
consent between both parties and a new timeline must be created before any additional work is continued on the project.
outside of Designer's control, the Designer shall be entitled to extend the completion date via verbal, or written
modify, display and publish the Client Content solely in connection with Designer's performance of the Services and
No waiver of any term or provision of this Agreement will be valid unless such waiver is in writing signed by the party
against whom enforcement of the waiver is sought. The waiver of any term or provision of this Agreement will not apply
Client Content, including pre-existing Trademarks, shall remain the sole property of Client or its respective suppliers, and
Client or its suppliers shall be the sole owner of all trademark, trade secrets, patents, Copyrights, and other rights in
connection therewith. Client hereby grants to Designer a nonexclusive, nontransferable license to use, reproduce,
Designer may terminate this Agreement on three (3) days written notice via e-mail to the Client in the event that Client is
TERMINATION
CLIENT CONTENT
Any additional artwork done by the Designer shall be negotiated and compensated separately from this Agreement.
DELAY
If the execution of the work is delayed by an act or neglect of the Client, or by other external forces or natural calamities
promotional uses of the Deliverables as authorized in this Agreement.
If the Client fails to comply with the agreed upon timeline, the project will be pushed back based on the Designer's
notification to the Client, by the time equivalent to the period of such delay. Project timeline may be changed with written
to any subsequent breach of this Agreement.
WAIVERS
ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION
in breach with any provision of this Agreement, provided that, during the three day period, the Client fails to cure such
schedule and Designer has the option to terminate the project.
The provisions of this Agreement will inure to the benefit of, and will be binding upon the Client and its successors and
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement and understanding of Designer and Client with respect to the terms
Company/Organization Name: Michette
COUNTERPARTS
DESIGNER
SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
GOVERNING DOCUMENT
This Agreement may be executed in more than one counterpart, each of which will be deemed an original, but all of
which together will constitute but one and the same instrument. An electronic signature, electronic copy thereof, or a
understandings between Designer and Client relating to such subject matter. This Agreement may only be amended by
photocopy of this Agreement shall have the same force and effect as the original.
Name: Jessica Marsh Wissemann
CLIENT
assigns.
written instrument signed by Designer and Client.
and conditions of the project and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous written or verbal agreements and
Name: Thomas Ferte
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on
TBD
Jan 30, 2026
[email protected](/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection) | https://www.hiredhandsigns.com| (413) 695-8411
Thomas Ferte
Jessica Marsh Wissemann
Thomas Ferte
Michette
SHEET:
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EXISTING
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205 WERSTER AVE
MILITANA STUDIO
FLOOR PLAN
MICHETTE
GROUND LEVEL
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02141
PROJCT NUMBER
ISUED BY
03/12/25
MILITANA STUDIO
SCALE
SIDEWALK
COLUMBIA AVE
DI ANTEE
HAIS
tengoc
-18:6
SECONDARY
27-2%*
9-3k-
SIDEWALK
WEBSTER AVE
PRIMARY
ACCESS
8'-8%-
ABUTTING
36-2%