Shed permit rules in Fall River, MA — also referred to as storage shed, backyard shed, or accessory building regulations — set size limits, setbacks, and when a building permit is required.
Fall River's Zoning Code Ch. 86 regulates sheds as accessory structures. Unattached sheds must be set back 20 feet from the street line, 6 feet from any building, and 4 feet from side and rear lot lines. Maximum shed size is 200 square feet. Maximum height for unattached structures is 18 feet.
Under Fall River Zoning Code Ch. 86, Article VI, Division 5, unattached sheds and garages have specific placement requirements. Sheds are limited to a maximum of 200 square feet. Unattached garages are limited to 750 square feet or 12% of lot area, whichever is less. All unattached structures must maintain a 20-foot street setback, 6-foot building separation, and 4-foot side/rear setback. Maximum height is 18 feet.
Unpermitted structure: retroactive permit with penalty. Setback violation: modification or removal. Habitation: immediate correction.
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