Lowell prohibits overnight parking of commercial vehicles over one ton in residential districts and restricts trailers, dumpsters, and box trucks on public streets.
The Lowell zoning code prohibits overnight parking or storage of commercial vehicles exceeding one ton rated capacity in residential districts. This includes box trucks, dump trucks, flatbeds, tow trucks, and tractor units. Tradesperson vehicles under one ton, such as typical pickups and vans with company lettering, are generally permitted at the owners residence. Semi-trailers and unhitched trailers cannot be parked on any public street. Dumpsters placed on the street require a DPW street occupancy permit and must be reflectorized and barricaded. Violations are cited by the Parking Department or Inspectional Services and can include daily zoning fines.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
Lowell, MA
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Lowell, MA
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Lowell, MA
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