Overnight Parking: Boston vs Revere
How do overnight parking rules compare between Boston, MA and Revere, MA?
Revere has fewer restrictions than Boston.
Boston, MA
Suffolk County
Boston requires a resident parking permit to park on most residential streets 6 PM to 8 AM. Snow emergencies trigger tow-and-plow on posted routes with 48-hour tow windows.
View full Boston rules →Revere, MA
Suffolk County
Boston permits overnight on-street parking city-wide except during declared snow emergencies. Resident parking permits required 24/7 in many neighborhoods. Chelsea enforces overnight resident parking 10 PM-7 AM in permit zones. Revere bans overnight street parking 1 AM-5 AM Nov 15-Apr 15. Winthrop prohibits all overnight parking (2 AM-6 AM) unless a permit is issued.
View full Revere rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Boston | Revere |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Permit Hours | 6 PM to 8 AM | - |
| Sticker Cost | Free | - |
| Snow Emergency Routes | ~170 streets | - |
| Shoveling Rule | 6 hours (16-12.16) | - |
| Boston | - | Allowed except snow emergencies |
| Chelsea | - | Permit zones 10PM-7AM |
| Revere | - | 1AM-5AM ban Nov 15-Apr 15 |
| Winthrop | - | 2AM-6AM year-round ban |
| Abandoned | - | 72 hr MGL c. 90, §22C |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Boston FAQ
Revere FAQ
Can I park overnight on a Winthrop street?
Only with a valid overnight parking permit from the Police Department. Otherwise it's prohibited 2 AM to 6 AM year-round.
What happens during a Boston snow emergency?
Parking is prohibited on designated routes. Cars are ticketed $100+ and towed. Check BTD snow emergency routes before a storm.
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