The Townsend Winter Parking Ban

November 1 to April 1, inclusive

Reference General Bylaws, Chapter 112 § 20

Annually, on November 1, the Town's Winter Parking Ban goes into effect and continues through April 1.  This ban prohibits parking of motor vehicles on any public way between the hours of 11 pm and 7 am during these months.  This parking Ban allows the highway Department to plow and open roads in a more efficient and timely manner.

Illegally parked vehicles are the biggest obstacle to effectively removing snow from the roadway.  Vehicles that violate the winter parking ban will be ticketed by the Police and carry a $15.00 fine.  Vehicles that directly hamper Highway Department snow removal efforts will be ticketed and towed at the owner's expense.  Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

Questions regarding parking restrictions should be referred to either the Townsend Police Department or Townsend Highway Department.  You may contact the Highway Department Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7:00 am and 3:30 pm.

Please follow this link if you would like to read the complete Winter Snow Policy

Highway Department   Telephone: 978-597-1712     Fax: 978-597-0726