Norfolk County does not regulate home business customer traffic. Municipal zoning bylaws typically limit customer visits to a home occupation to avoid impacts on residential neighborhoods.
Customer traffic restrictions for home businesses are set by each municipality's zoning bylaw in Norfolk County. Typical Massachusetts zoning bylaws limit home occupations to a small number of client visits per day or week (commonly 2–6 clients per day) and prohibit queuing on the street. Some towns prohibit customer-facing home occupations entirely; others allow them with a special permit if traffic impacts are addressed. Parking must be accommodated on-site; no customer waiting in the street. The goal is to preserve the residential character of neighborhoods.
Zoning violations: fines typically $50–$300 per day; may result in loss of home occupation permit.
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