Lowell prohibits long-term RV and boat storage on public streets and limits residential storage to side or rear yards, not front setbacks, under the zoning code.
Recreational vehicles, travel trailers, and boats on trailers may not be stored on any Lowell public street for more than 24 consecutive hours. On private residential property, the zoning code requires RVs and boats to be stored in a side or rear yard, screened from view where practical, and never in the required front setback. No RV or boat may be occupied as a dwelling in Lowell, even temporarily, except on a registered campground. Commercial vehicles over one ton are also restricted from residential zones. Loading or unloading is permitted on the street for up to 24 hours. Violations are enforced by the Parking Department and Inspectional Services and can result in ticketing, towing, and zoning citations.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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