New Haven restricts commercial vehicle parking in residential areas. Heavy commercial vehicles and those with commercial equipment may not be parked overnight in residential zones.
New Haven's zoning ordinance restricts parking of commercial vehicles in residential areas. Vehicles over 10,000 pounds GVWR, vehicles with mounted commercial equipment, and vehicles displaying extensive commercial signage are generally prohibited from overnight parking in residential zones. One work vehicle used for personal commuting may be parked in a driveway if it meets size limitations. Vehicle fleets may not be stored at residential properties.
Violations result in code enforcement notices and fines. Vehicles may need to be relocated to commercial parking facilities.
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