Waltham requires off-street parking for short-term rentals consistent with residential zoning, typically two spaces per dwelling unit, with no overflow onto streets during winter parking bans.
Waltham Zoning Ordinance generally requires two off-street parking spaces per residential dwelling unit, and short-term rentals must provide parking consistent with that standard. Guests cannot be directed to park in ways that block neighbor driveways, violate fire lanes, or exceed street capacity. Waltham enforces a seasonal winter parking ban prohibiting overnight on-street parking from December 1 through April 1 during declared snow emergencies, and guests are subject to these rules. Hosts must disclose parking arrangements in listings and may need to provide parking passes. Commercial vehicles, RVs, and trailers are prohibited from overnight parking in residential zones.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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