Lot coverage ratios in Bristol County zoning districts typically cap impervious coverage at 40 to 60%. MA Stormwater Standards add post-construction treatment for larger disturbances.
Bristol County municipalities limit lot coverage through zoning bylaws — typically 40 to 60% impervious coverage in residential districts, 60 to 80% in commercial zones. Coverage calculations include primary structures, accessory buildings, driveways, patios, and paved walkways. Permeable pavers may receive partial credit depending on local bylaw (Fall River, New Bedford, Dartmouth treat permeable pavers with 50% credit in some districts). Larger projects disturbing 1+ acre trigger MA Stormwater Standards and DEP/EPA NPDES Construction General Permit. Coastal properties in Dartmouth, Westport, Fairhaven, and Swansea face additional Conservation Commission review under MGL c. 131 §40 (Wetlands Protection Act) for work within 100 ft of wetland resources. Lot coverage variances require ZBA approval.
Exceeding lot coverage: correction order. Required removal of impervious surface. Fines $200 to $1,000. Stormwater violations: MassDEP enforcement possible.
Taunton, MA
Taunton adopted a comprehensive noise ordinance (Chapter 315) on November 2, 2021, prohibiting preventable and unnecessary noise. Noise that annoys or distur...
Taunton, MA
Taunton restricts construction, demolition, alteration, and repair of buildings to 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM under Chapter 315. Work outside these hours requires a ...
Taunton, MA
Taunton's noise ordinance Chapter 315 prohibits keeping any animal or bird that causes frequent or long-continued sounds plainly audible within a noise-sensi...
Taunton, MA
Taunton enforces street parking regulations under its traffic ordinances. Parking lot landscaping is required for lots of 10+ spaces under the zoning code. T...
Taunton, MA
Taunton regulates commercial vehicle parking through traffic and zoning ordinances. Commercial vehicles must comply with general parking rules and zoning dis...
Taunton, MA
Taunton's zoning ordinance Chapter 440 regulates off-street parking and driveways. Rear yard parking areas must be at least 5 feet from adjoining property li...
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