Taunton's zoning ordinance restricts signage for home occupations in residential districts. Home businesses must not alter the residential character of the premises through exterior signs or displays. Sign regulations are enforced by the Zoning Enforcement Officer.
Taunton home occupation regulations prohibit external signage, banners, or displays. No commercial vehicles with prominent signage may be parked. Window displays prohibited. Small nameplate signs (under 1 sq ft) may be permitted for professionals. MA’s historic New England neighborhoods strictly maintain residential character. Historic district commission rules add additional aesthetic requirements where applicable.
Sign removal order. Home occupation permit revocation risk. Code enforcement fines $50 to $300.
Taunton, MA
Taunton adopted a comprehensive noise ordinance (Chapter 315) on November 2, 2021, prohibiting preventable and unnecessary noise. Noise that annoys or distur...
Taunton, MA
Taunton restricts construction, demolition, alteration, and repair of buildings to 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM under Chapter 315. Work outside these hours requires a ...
Taunton, MA
Taunton's noise ordinance Chapter 315 prohibits keeping any animal or bird that causes frequent or long-continued sounds plainly audible within a noise-sensi...
Taunton, MA
Taunton enforces street parking regulations under its traffic ordinances. Parking lot landscaping is required for lots of 10+ spaces under the zoning code. T...
Taunton, MA
Taunton regulates commercial vehicle parking through traffic and zoning ordinances. Commercial vehicles must comply with general parking rules and zoning dis...
Taunton, MA
Taunton's zoning ordinance Chapter 440 regulates off-street parking and driveways. Rear yard parking areas must be at least 5 feet from adjoining property li...
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