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Parking Rules: Leominster vs Webster

How do parking rules rules compare between Leominster, MA and Webster, MA?

Leominster and Webster have similar restriction levels.

Leominster, MA

Worcester County

Some Restrictions

Leominster has not adopted a short-term rental parking ordinance. STR operators must satisfy the off-street parking standards in the Leominster Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 22 of the City Code) for the underlying residential district, plus any private deed or condominium parking restrictions. Confirm the per-unit space count with the Building Department at 978-534-7500.

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Webster, MA

Worcester County

Some Restrictions

Worcester County STR parking rules are set municipally. Worcester requires short-term rental registration under Worcester Revised Ordinances Chapter 12 and subjects guest parking to the city's winter parking ban (Nov 15-Apr 15) and resident permit zones near Clark University and WPI.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactLeominsterWebster
Local STR Parking CodeNone specific-
Zoning AuthorityChapter 22 - Zoning Ordinance-
Permit AuthorityDirector of Inspections-
Building Dept Phone978-534-7500-
State RegistryMGL c.64G + c.62C Β§67-
Worcester Rule-STR registration (Chapter 12)
Winter Ban-Nov 15-Apr 15, 12 AM-6 AM
Brimfield Area-Parking plans common
State Tax-5.7% + up to 6% local
MGL Authority-c. 64G room occupancy

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Leominster FAQ

How many parking spaces does a Leominster Airbnb need?

Leominster has not set an STR-specific number. The enforceable minimum is the off-street parking standard in Chapter 22 of the Leominster Zoning Ordinance for your dwelling type and zoning district (Residence A, B, or C). Confirm the per-unit figure with the Building Department / Director of Inspections at 978-534-7500.

Can my Airbnb guests park on the street in Leominster?

Leominster's zoning code does not prohibit on-street guest parking for STRs, but city-wide parking rules in the Code of Ordinances and any winter overnight parking ban still apply. Many condominium and HOA documents in Leominster restrict guest parking - check your association rules before listing.

Webster FAQ

Can my Airbnb guests park on the street in Worcester?

Not during the winter parking ban (Nov 15-Apr 15, midnight-6 AM) and not in resident sticker zones near WPI, Clark, or Holy Cross. Hosts should provide off-street parking or warn guests. Violations trigger $50+ tickets and towing.

Do I need to register my Worcester STR?

Yes. Worcester Revised Ordinances Chapter 12 requires registration with Inspectional Services. You must also register with the Massachusetts DOR Short-Term Rental Registry ($50 fee) and carry $1M liability insurance per MGL c. 64G Β§14.

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