Barnstable, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 170 § 170-9
Parking restrictions (Barnstable Rental Properties)
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A. The occupant of a dwelling shall use, or allow to be used, no more than 25% of the front yard and no more than 20 feet of frontage as a parking area and/or driveway. B. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to supersede the parking requirements set forth by site plan review.
Barnstable, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 170 § 170-9 limits how much of a residential front yard can be devoted to parking or driveway use. Specifically, no more than 25% of the front yard area and no more than 20 feet of street frontage may be used for that purpose. This rule applies to dwelling occupants and does not override any separate parking requirements that may come from a site plan review process.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 170 § 170-9, property owners and managers should ensure that any parking area or driveway in the front yard of a rental dwelling stays within the 25% front-yard coverage limit and the 20-foot frontage cap. Compliant operators typically measure these dimensions before making any changes to driveways or parking configurations. Because site plan review requirements can impose additional or different standards, operators generally confirm compliance with both sets of rules when applicable.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 170 § 170-9 establishes limits on how much of a front yard a dwelling occupant may use for parking or driveway purposes — no more than 25% of the front yard and no more than 20 feet of frontage. If a tenant believes these limits are being violated, they may contact the relevant Barnstable municipal code enforcement office to report the concern. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local bylaw enforcement can also help residents understand how this provision applies to their housing situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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