Fall River enforces street parking regulations under Ch. 70 of the Revised Ordinances. A winter parking ban is declared when 3+ inches of snow are predicted, with a $65 violation fine. General parking violations carry a $25 fine. Parking meters are enforced downtown.
Fall River's parking regulations under Chapter 70 include specific street regulations, meter enforcement in the downtown area, and seasonal winter parking bans. During declared parking bans, vehicles must park on the north side of east-west streets or the west side of north-south streets. Parking is prohibited within 10 feet of fire hydrants and where it would not leave a 10-foot clearance for passing traffic. Vehicles displayed for sale on streets are prohibited. Late fines escalate to $45 after 21 days.
General parking violation: $25. Winter ban violation: $65 plus towing. Late payment penalty (after 21 days): $45. Failure to pay may result in reporting to Registrar of Motor Vehicles.
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