- Valid Parking Spot: The street space you want to secure with a permit must be a valid parking spot. It can be residential, commercial, or metered, but it must be a legal parking area for a vehicle.
- Blocked Areas: From August 31st to September 2nd, certain common moving locations are blocked off to allow pick-ups and deliveries for moving trucks.
- North End Permit: If you require a permit in the North End from July 1st to August 31st, you must obtain permission from the City before applying online. Contact the Boston Transportation Department at 617-635-2560 for guidance.
- In-Person Permits: Permits for overnight storage or moving containers must be obtained in person. Additionally, you need to provide a letter of authorization from the company that owns the containers, and this company must hold a bond with the City.
- Costs: A one-day permit for a moving truck, covering two non-metered spaces, costs $69 and includes two signs. For two metered spaces, there’s an additional fee of $40.
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