Springfield, MA Parking Rules: Preferential Parking Districts (2026)

Under City Code § 385-26, Springfield's City Council may designate residential streets or districts as restricted parking areas to curb outside commuter parking, cut congestion, protect emergency-vehicle access, and preserve property values. Section 385-28 then bars anyone from parking in a Council-designated restricted residential parking street or district without a residential or visitor parking permit. Residents pay a $100 annual fee per § 385-27 (with a 15% discount for those 65 and older), and each permit holder also receives two visitor permits under § 385-32. Permits must display in the vehicle's rear window and expire one year after issuance.