This year, Newton’s Winter Overnight Parking Ban runs December 1 through March 31. During that time no parking for longer than one hour is allowed on city streets 2AM-6AM. The fine for each violation is $25.
In recent years, during the state’s Covid emergency, the Mayor was able to lift the ban and did so (except during declared snow emergencies), but that option to lift the ban is no longer available.
The City Council will be exploring how the ban might be modified or removed, or what else can be done to help residents who do not have a place to park except on streets.
Currently, residents may apply for free Municipal Parking Lot Permit stickers (issued on a first come, first served basis) allowing parking in City parking lots during all hours that parking meters are not in operation. During snow emergencies, however, those lots are not available, and violators will have their vehicles towed and will be charged a $20 fine.
