Driveway and off-street parking regulations in Bristol County are governed by individual municipal zoning ordinances. Building permits for driveway construction are issued at the local level. Setback requirements vary by town and zoning district.
Vehicles in Bristol County must not block public sidewalks. Parking on unpaved front yard surfaces is typically prohibited. Vehicles must be on approved paved surfaces. Driveway widening or curb cut modifications require permits from the municipality and possibly MassDOT for state roads. Inoperable or unregistered vehicles may not be stored in driveways under property maintenance codes.
Sidewalk blocking: parking citation $25 to $100. Unpaved parking: code enforcement notice. Unpermitted curb cut: $100 to $500.
Bristol County, MA
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Somerset, MA
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Bristol County, MA
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Bristol County, MA
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Bristol County, MA
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Bristol County, MA
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