Waltham Zoning Ordinance allows home occupations as accessory uses in residential districts, with limits on employees, signage, and customer traffic to preserve neighborhood character.
The Waltham Zoning Ordinance permits home occupations as accessory uses in residential zones subject to conditions. The business must be conducted entirely within the dwelling, operated by the resident, with no more than one non-resident employee. No exterior evidence of the business is allowed except one non-illuminated sign not exceeding two square feet. Customer visits must be limited so as not to generate parking or traffic beyond normal residential levels. Prohibited uses include auto repair, retail sales from the premises, restaurants, and any activity producing noise, odor, vibration, or electrical interference detectable off-site. A home occupation certificate is filed with the Inspectional Services Department; certain uses require a Zoning Board special permit.
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