Pawtucket, RI Parking Rules: Driveway Rules (2026)

How Do I get permission to alter a City sidewalk or curb? Creating, expanding or closing a curb opening onto a public street requires a Physical Alteration Permit from the Department of Public Works. (401-728-0500, Ext. 215). There are six segments of roadway in Pawtucket which are maintained by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT). Any work within the right-of-way on these roads will require a Physical Alternation Permit from RIDOT. Armistice Boulevard (Route 15) from York Avenue to the Massachusetts state line; Central Avenue/Benefit Street from Broadway to the Massachusetts state line; Dexter Street from Goff Avenue to the Central Falls city line; Interstate 95 from the Providence city line to the Massachusetts state line; Newport Avenue from the East Providence city line to the Massachusetts state line; Smithfield Avenue from the Providence city line to the Lincoln town line.