Fall River's Zoning Code Ch. 86 permits home occupations as an accessory use with strict conditions. The occupation must be carried on wholly within the building, limited to 20% of floor area, with no clients or customers on premises. Maximum 2 employees who must reside in the building.
Home occupations in Fall River are regulated under Ch. 86 (Zoning Ordinance). Businesses must be incidental to residential use and carried on by the property owner. Not more than 20% of the residence floor area may be used. No clients, customers, pupils, or salespersons may visit the premises. Only one home occupation per premises is permitted. Maximum of two employees, both of whom must reside in the building. No hazardous materials beyond normal household quantities.
Zoning violations subject to noncriminal disposition: $100 first offense, $200 second offense, $300 subsequent offenses per day.
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Fall River addresses barking and nuisance dogs under MGL Ch. 140 §157. A dog that is a habitual barker or creates a nuisance may result in a citation with a ...
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