Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

The image consists of a collection of forms and documents displayed on a gray background, most likely related to building permits and inspections. The forms include applications for building permits, applications for alterations or additions, and documents from the Superintendent of Public Buildings Department for the City of Cambridge.

1. Top Left: A form titled "Application for Permit to Build," with fields to fill out information about the applicant, contractor, property details, and other specifics related to construction, such as dimensions and location.

2. Top Right: A similar form titled "Application: Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations," requesting details about proposed additions or modifications to existing structures. This is formatted similarly to the permit application on the left.

3. Bottom Left: A record form titled "City of Cambridge Public Buildings Department," seemingly used to document inspections or reports on structures, listing fields for license numbers, property details, and signatures.

4. Bottom Right: Additional small notices or forms, including a segment detailing inspection procedures and regulations associated with building activities. Some sections may provide legal or procedural information, likely for guidance.

The aesthetic appears vintage, with stylized fonts and formal, structured layouts typical of public record documents from the early- to mid-20th century. It reflects administrative procedures for obtaining building-related permits in Cambridge.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image contains a collection of historical forms related to building permits from the City of Cambridge Public Buildings Department. It is organized into four main sections on a single sheet:

1. Top Left Section: This is an "Application for Permit to Build." It is a detailed form that applicants must fill out to obtain permission for new construction. The form requests information about the location, purpose, and specifications of the proposed building, including the owner's name, architect's details, material specifications, and dimensions.

2. Top Right Section: Similar to the first, this is an "Application for Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations." It requires detailed information from applicants requesting permission for extensions or modifications to existing structures. It includes fields for the structure's current and altered states, among other specific details.

3. Bottom Left Section: This part features an inspection report form from the City of Cambridge Public Buildings Department. It's labeled with the city seal and intended for the Inspector's report on various buildings.

4. Bottom Right Section: This area includes a notice from the Superintendent of Public Buildings in the City of Cambridge, along with two smaller colored sections containing guidance or procedural information. The colored parts likely contain standard procedures and guidelines necessary for completing the permit application process.

The entire sheet presents a structured and official format of governmental documentation, typical for bureaucratic processes related to building administration from an earlier period.

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image appears to be a collection of official forms and documents related to building permits and construction projects. It includes an "Application for Permit to Build" form, a "Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations" form, and various other documents from the City of Cambridge Public Buildings Department. The forms contain detailed questions and information fields related to construction projects, such as the location, purpose, and dimensions of the proposed work. Overall, the image depicts the administrative process and paperwork involved in obtaining permits for building additions or alterations in the City of Cambridge.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-17

This image shows a collection of historical building permit application forms from the City of Cambridge. There are several different documents visible:

1. Two similar "Application for Permit to Build" forms at the top - one for new construction and one for additions/alterations. These forms contain numerous blank fields for applicant information and building specifications.

2. A "Public Buildings Department" inspection form in the lower left, which appears to be a spreadsheet-style document for recording building inspections.

3. Two smaller forms in the lower right - one appears to be yellow/tan colored and one is blue. These also appear to be related to building permits or inspections.

All of these documents appear to be blank templates rather than filled-out forms. They look like they're from an older time period, possibly early-to-mid 20th century, based on the typography and layout. The forms contain official City of Cambridge seals and departmental headers, indicating they are official government documents.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image presents a collection of vintage building permit applications, showcasing a range of documents with varying formats and content.

Application for Permit to Build

• This application is divided into sections, including:
  • Word: A section for the applicant to provide a brief description of the project.
  • To the Superintendent of Public Buildings: A section for the applicant to address the superintendent.
  • Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations: A section for the applicant to provide details about the proposed addition or alteration.
  • Remarcs: A section for the applicant to provide additional comments or notes.

Public Buildings Department

• This application is similar in format to the first one, with sections for:
  • Word: A section for the applicant to provide a brief description of the project.
  • To the Superintendent of Public Buildings: A section for the applicant to address the superintendent.
  • Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations: A section for the applicant to provide details about the proposed addition or alteration.
  • Remarcs: A section for the applicant to provide additional comments or notes.

Superintendent of Public Buildings Department

• This application is slightly different in format, with sections for:
  • Word: A section for the applicant to provide a brief description of the project.
  • To the Superintendent of Public Buildings: A section for the applicant to address the superintendent.
  • Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations: A section for the applicant to provide details about the proposed addition or alteration.
  • Remarcs: A section for the applicant to provide additional comments or notes.

In summary, the image showcases a collection of vintage building permit applications, each with its own unique format and content. The applications are divided into sections, including word, permit to build addition or make alterations, remarks, and superintendent of public buildings department. The applications are presented on a beige background, with a gray border around the edges.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

This image depicts a collection of documents related to building permits, including an application for a permit to build and an application for a permit to build additions or make alterations. The documents are presented on a beige background, with the applications featuring a list of questions that must be answered by the applicant.

The questions on the applications cover various aspects of the proposed construction project, such as the location of the building, the type of construction, and the materials to be used. The applications also include spaces for the applicant to provide additional information and for the city's public buildings department to review and approve the application.

In addition to the applications, the image includes several other documents, including a receipt for the payment of a fee and a notice of inspection. These documents suggest that the applicant has submitted their application and is awaiting approval from the city's public buildings department.

Overall, this image provides a glimpse into the process of obtaining a building permit in Cambridge, Massachusetts, during the early 20th century. It highlights the importance of following proper procedures and obtaining necessary approvals before commencing construction on a new building or making alterations to an existing one.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

This image depicts a collection of documents related to construction permits and inspections in the City of Cambridge. The documents include:

1. "Application for Permit to Build" form, which requests detailed information about the proposed building, including the owner's name, address, architect, and builder's names, the purpose of the building, dimensions, materials, and foundation details.

2. "Application for Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations" form, which requires similar information as the first form but specifically for additions or alterations to existing buildings.

3. "City of Cambridge Public Buildings Department" form, which includes a table with columns for various details such as the name of the building, address, description, and inspection status.

4. "SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC BUILDINGS DEPARTMENT" form, which includes a seal and instructions for the superintendent to review and approve building plans.

5. "City of Cambridge" form, which includes a table with columns for various details such as the name of the building, address, description, and inspection status.

6. "REMARKS" section, which provides space for additional comments or notes related to the building permit application.

These documents are likely part of a collection of historical records related to construction permits and inspections in the City of Cambridge, providing insight into the regulatory processes and requirements for building and construction projects in the past.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image is a document that appears to be an application for a permit to build or make alterations. The document is divided into four sections, each with a different heading and content.

The first section is titled "Application for Permit to Build." It includes fields for the applicant's name, address, and other personal information. It also includes a section for the description of the proposed building, including its purpose, dimensions, and materials.

The second section is titled "Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations." It includes fields for the applicant's name, address, and other personal information. It also includes a section for the description of the proposed addition or alteration, including its purpose, dimensions, and materials.

The third section is titled "Superintendent of Public Buildings Department." It includes a seal and the name of the superintendent, along with a note about the application.

The fourth section is titled "City of Cambridge." It includes a seal and the name of the city, along with a note about the application.

Overall, the document appears to be a formal application for a permit to build or make alterations, with specific fields for personal information and a description of the proposed project.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-30

Here is a description of the image:

The image showcases various documents related to building permits in the City of Cambridge.

The left side features an "Application for Permit to Build," with spaces for details like owner's name, location, building material, and estimated cost. Below that is a report form from the City of Cambridge Public Buildings Department, signed by Superintendent Jeremiah F. Downey, for inspectors to note work progress.

On the right is an "Application for Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations," similar in format to the first application. Below, there's a certificate from the Superintendent of Public Buildings Department and several smaller forms with checklists and instructions.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-30

The image is a collection of documents related to building permits and inspections from the City of Cambridge. The main items are:

1. Two Forms: Application for Permit to Build and Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations. These are fillable forms for requesting permissions to build or modify properties. They contain sections for information like the owner's name, architect's name, building details, and specifications.

2. Superintendent of Public Buildings Department, City of Cambridge Form: This is a shorter form that appears to be a certificate of permission for work being done.

3. City of Cambridge Public Buildings Department Form: This document is a report with space for an inspector to note their findings on work done on buildings.

4. Several smaller forms which include some other information, and appear to have a variety of content to collect information, most of them are for additional notes.

Overall, the image is a glimpse into the bureaucratic process of building construction and maintenance in the City of Cambridge, with a focus on the legal permissions and inspections required.

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image displays a collection of historical documents related to building permits from the City of Cambridge. The documents appear to be forms and notices used for applying for and managing building permits. Here is a detailed summary of each document:

1. Top Left Document: Application for Permit to Build

   • This form is titled "Application for Permit to Build" and is addressed to the Superintendent of Public Buildings in Cambridge.
   • It requires various details about the proposed building, including:
     • Owner's name and address.
     • Architect's name and address.
     • Materials used for walls and roof.
     • Purpose of the building.
     • Dimensions and area of the building.
     • Type of foundation and construction materials.
     • Proximity to other buildings and property lines.
     • Estimated cost of the building.
   • The form also includes a section for remarks and the applicant's signature.

2. Top Right Document: Application for Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations

   • This form is titled "Application for Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations" and is also addressed to the Superintendent of Public Buildings in Cambridge.
   • It requires similar details to the first form but is specific to additions or alterations to existing buildings.
   • The information needed includes:
     • Owner's name and address.
     • Architect's name and address.
     • Materials used for walls and roof.
     • Purpose of the addition or alteration.
     • Dimensions and area of the addition or alteration.
     • Type of foundation and construction materials.
     • Proximity to other buildings and property lines.
     • Estimated cost of the addition or alteration.
   • The form also includes a section for remarks and the applicant's signature.

3. Bottom Left Document: Inspection Notice

   • This document is a notice from the Superintendent of Public Buildings in Cambridge.
   • It informs the recipient that an inspector will visit their building to inspect the work done and requests that they report any issues.
   • The form includes a table for recording the location, date, owner's name, inspector's name, and remarks.

4. Bottom Middle Document: Superintendent of Public Buildings Department Letterhead

   • This document is a letterhead from the Superintendent of Public Buildings Department in Cambridge.
   • It includes the department's name, address, and a brief statement about the purpose of the document.

5. Bottom Right Document: Building Permit Forms

   • These forms are titled "Application for Permit to Build" and "Application for Permit to Build Addition or Make Alterations."
   • They are similar to the top documents but appear to be filled out with specific details.
   • The forms include sections for the owner's information, building details, and estimated costs.

Overall, these documents provide a historical snapshot of the building permit process in Cambridge, including the detailed information required for new construction, additions, and alterations, as well as the inspection process.