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Parking Rules in Fall River, MA (2026)

4 verified parking rules for Fall River, Massachusetts, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

RV & Boat Parking

Fall River regulates the parking of trailers, semitrailers, and large vehicles on city streets under §70-320. Commercial buses designed to carry 7+ persons may not be stored on city streets overnight. Violations may result in towing at the owner's expense.

Fall River RV & Boat Parking Rules

Some Restrictions

Driveway Rules

Fall River's zoning code Ch. 86 §86-441 requires parking areas to be set back at least 10 feet from front lot lines and from abutting residential property lines. Driveway parking for 3 or fewer vehicles may extend to within 1 foot of the side lot line. No backing onto streets is permitted except for single/two-family dwellings.

Fall River Driveway Parking Rules

Some Restrictions

Commercial Vehicle Restrictions

Fall River prohibits overnight street parking of commercial vehicles under §70-319. Commercial buses (7+ passengers) cannot be stored on city streets. The Chief of Police may order towing of non-compliant commercial vehicles at the owner's expense.

Fall River Commercial Vehicle Parking Restrictions

Some Restrictions

Street Parking Limits

Fall River enforces street parking regulations under Ch. 70 of the Revised Ordinances. A winter parking ban is declared when 3+ inches of snow are predicted, with a $65 violation fine. General parking violations carry a $25 fine. Parking meters are enforced downtown.

Fall River Street Parking Rules

Heavy Restrictions

Looking for Bristol County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Fall River city rules.

Parking Rules in Bristol County