Boston short-term rental operators cannot guarantee on-street parking and cannot rent residential permit parking spaces to guests. STR permits require disclosure of available off-street parking.
Under the Boston short-term rental ordinance enforced by the Inspectional Services Department, operators registering on the STR portal must disclose off-street parking availability (deeded spot, driveway, garage) in their listing. Boston resident parking stickers are not transferable to STR guests, and renting residential permit spaces is prohibited. Guests parking in resident zones without a guest pass risk tickets and tows by the Boston Transportation Department. Operators in Back Bay, South End, Beacon Hill, North End, and Fenway should direct guests to paid public garages such as Boston Common Garage or Pru Center. Violations can trigger STR registration suspension.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Boston code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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