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TOWN OF READING
To the Inhabitants of the
Town of Reading:
Please take notice that the
Board of Selectmen of the
Town of Reading will hold a
public hearing on August 20,
2013 in the Selectmen's
Meeting Room, 16 Lowell
Street, Reading,
'Massachusetts on:
•Adopt Updated Traffic
Rules and Regulations 7:30
p.m.
-Adopt Policy Establishing
an Ad Hoc Zoning Advisory
Committee 8:15 p.m.
Copies of the proposed
documents regarding these
topics are available' in the
Town Manager's office,. 16
Lowell Street, Reading, MA,
M- W -Thurs from 7:30 a.m. -
5:30 p.m., Tues from 7:30 a.m.
- 7:00 p.m. and is attached to
the hearing notice on the
website at
www.readingma.gov
All interested parties are
Invited to attend the hearing,
or may submit their com-
ments In writing or by email
prior to 6:00 p.m. on August
20, 2013 to
townmanagerCaci.reading.ma.
us
. By order of
Robert W.LeLacheur
. Town Manager
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Police Dept. & PTTTF Traffic & Parking Regulation Project
—Board of Selectmen Briefing Package—
I. Relevant Statutes & Bylaws
A. Code of MA Regulations
1.527 CMR 10.03.10: 10: State regulation promulgated by the Department of Fire Services' Board of
Fire Prevention Regulations, which grants the local Fire Chief the authority to require 18' fire lanes
when necessary and creates a burden on the property owner to maintain them in properly signed and
marked condition.' Note, the localized details of how the Town manages the requirements of this
regulation are included in Article 8.3 of the Town's General Bylaws.
B. MA General LaWS2
1. MGL 40 -22: Vehicles bearing disabled veteran plates, handicapped plates and handicapped placards
are statutorily exempt from overtime parking penalties.
2. MGL 85 -2: Grants municipalities the authority to post signage and enumerates specific caveats and
requirements. For example, municipalities must obtain approval from MassDOT for Heavy Vehicle
Exclusion. Another example, municipalities must conform to the MUTCD or MassDOT can remove
signage without notice or, in the extreme, withhold Chapter 90 money until fixed.
3. MGL 89 -9: Case law requires police to cite one -way violations under 85 -2 and reference Article 8.1
4. MGL 90 -1: Provides consistent definition and statutory reference for the term "trailer"
5. MGL 90 -17: Establishes the "reasonable and proper" clause for speeding based on road conditions
6. MGL 90 -18: Requires municipalities to obtain approval from MassDOT for speeds higher or lower
than 30MPH for thickly settled areas (all of Reading) and establishes speed on RTE28 at 40MPH via the
"any other way" clause
C. Town's General Bylaws
1. Article 8: Establishes various public order regulations, which include a broad range of topics such as:
snow removal, silly string, road obstructions, parades, driveway permits, some concerning duplication
on the topic of fire lanes, distributing leaflets, news racks, animal control, firearms, marijuana,
constructions hours, etc.
II. Definitions & Terms Changes
A. Additions
1. Downtown Business District
2. Fire Lane, Holiday
3.Recreation Equipment
B. Deletions
1. Business District
2. Senior Van
C. Modifications
1. Trailer
III. Regulatory & Policy Changes
A. Additions
1. Includes listings for 74 private and semi - private ways which are regulated
2. Recordkeeping duties are assigned to the Town Clerk, consistent with existing bylaw procedures
3. Non - substantive numbering and formatting changes are allowed
4. Clarifies penalty and fine amounts to readers in the document rather than on their parking tickets
5. Requires regulations to be posted online and printed (in amended form) annual by the Town Clerk
6. Provides reference to Article 8 of the General Bylaws regarding fire lanes
B. Deletions
1. Former reserved parking space for the senior van at the Atlantic is removed (Appendix A -la).
C. Modifications
1. Combines separate school zone Do Not Enter regulations into one for consistent timing
' Regulation available online at: htttp: /Iwww.lawlib.state.ma.us/ source /mass /cmr /cmrtext/527CMRIO.Pdf
'All MGL's discussed herein are available online at (search required): htto: / /www.malegislature.gov /Laws /GeneralLaws /Search
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IV. Chances to the Applicability of Regulations
A. Additions
Adds the following in Article 12 to reflect signage, which was vetted through PTTTF as appropriate and
for which the PTTF believes was previously passed, but where there is no paperwork to support.
Current, these are signed accordingly and included in the re- adoption document:
1. STOP SIGN at Bear Hill /Summer
2. STOP SIGN at Bolton /Ash
3. NO PARKING for the first 50" from Main on northerly side of Forest Glen
4. RESIDENT PERMIT REQUIRED for the easterly side of Fulton
5. NO PARKING on the easterly side of High from Woburn to Mt. Vernon
6. DO NOT ENTER Hillside from Waverly
7. RESIDENT PERMIT REQUIRED on westerly side of Linden from Haven to #25
8. NO PARKING on westerly side of Linden from #25 to Woburn
9. Reference to 720 CMR 9.03(2) included for NO PARKING on Lowell except marked spaces
10. Reference to 720 CMR 9.03(2) included for NO PARKING on RTE28 whatsoever
11. STOP SIGN at Mill /Main
12. LEFT TURN ONLY from lefthand lane on New Crossing onto Walkers Brook
13. STOP SIGN at Pond Meadow /New Crossing
14. STOP SIGN at Rustic /Beaver
15. Reference to 720 CMR 9.03(2) included for NO PARKING on Salem except marked spaces
16. STOP SIGN at Scotland /Summer
17. STOP SIGN at Van Norden /Forest
18. NO TURN ON RED from Willow onto Lowell
19. STOP SIGN at Winslow /West
20. NO LEFT TURN from General Way onto Walkers Brook Drive
21. Again, includes listings for 74 Private Ways categorized as "public access" and "no public access"
22. STOP SIGN at Zachary/Dividence
B. Deletions
1. HEAVYE VEHICLE EXCLUSION on Bancroft
2. HEAVY VEHICLE EXCLUSION on Grove
3. NO PARKING on southerly side of Hillside from Oakland to Waverly"
4. Duplicative occurrence of the NO LEFT TURN from Hopkins onto Main; one instance to remain
5. HEAVY VEHICLE EXCLUSION on Prescott
6. HEAVY VEHICLE EXCLUSION on Summers
7. HEAVY VEHICLE EXCLUSION on Village
C. Modifications:
1. Make sure to cover the DNE school zone signage Hancock, Temple (both items)
IIV. Formatting Changes
A. Overview
1. The major formatting change is that the alphabetical street listing in the new document replaces the
"section- and - appendix" reference system of the old document. The alphabetical street listing improves reader
understanding, recordkeeping procedures, enforcement standards and signage requirements. In short, the
new document is much easier to read and understand.
' Currently there is signage in place, but there was never even a regulation passed. No record indicating how it was ever posted.
° Prior Board had given the Town Manager discretion in creating parking regulations during the construction of the new RMHS building under former
Article 5.16.
s Due to the proximity to Joshua Eaton and Parker, the Town may wish to reapply for the exclusion in the future.
`Due to the poor turning radii at Green and Pleasant, the Town may wish to reapply for the exclusion in the future.
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Overview of Traffic Rules and Regulations Update
Introduction
In conjunction with the Parking - Traffic - Transportation Task Force, the Town Manager and Chief
of Police have identified the need to conduct a comprehensive update to the format, language and
recordkeeping process associated with the Town's Traffic Rules and Regulations. The goal in
conducting said update is to improve recordkeeping, readability, and public access. The sections
below provide background and project status information related to the update.
Authority to Post Traffic & Parking Regulations
The Town of Reading obtains its authority to post local traffic and parking regulations from
MGL c.85 §2. In order to be considered effective under the statute, all posted regulations must
meet two requirements. First, the regulations must be "made or promulgated" by the Town,
which requires a majority vote by the Board of Selectmen. However, the purview of the Board
relative to traffic and parking regulations is limited by the statute. The following types of
regulations require written approval from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation in
order to be considered effective:
1. Any regulation relative to any way at its intersection or junction with a state highway
2. Any project which is or was federally aided in whole or in part
3. Any traffic control signal or flasher which does not employ a registered professional engineer to
design, redesign or change the timing and sequence of such device
4. Any heavy vehicle exclusions
5. Any school zone establishment or related signage for which the Town would be seeking
reimbursement
6. Any one -way street regulation which is not placed at an intersection of public ways
7. Any regulation that would exclude traffic which connects the Town with another municipality
The second requirement set forth in the statute is that all posted regulations must conform to the
most current version of the Massachusetts Amendments to the Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices, which is a series of standardized signage plans devloped by the Federal
Highway Administration and amended by MassDOT.
The statute grants MassDOT the authority to remove any signage which does not comply with
the above requirements. Furthermore, the statute requires MassDOT to "withhold or withdraw
the unexpended balance of any funds assigned to the said city or town under the provisions of
section thirty-four of chapter ninety or sections twenty -five and twenty -six of chapter eighty
one" if the Town does not comply with the above requirements.
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History of Traffic Rules & Regulations
On April 16, 1948, the Board of Selectmen adopted a document known as the Traffic Rules and
Regulations of the Town of Reading (TRR). Since the initial adoption of the TRR, the Board has
approved numerous modifications to the regulations in order to address specific needs. In March
of 1995, almost half a century later, the Board adopted a comprehensive update to the TRR's.
Throughout the TRR's history the duty of recordkeeping has been shared between the Town �v
Manager's Office and the Police Department who work together to consolidate the TRR's into a i
publishable reference guide.
As the format has changed over the years, the TRR's have become increasing difficult to read
and apply. The TRR's currently employ multiple appendices to catalogue the various regulations.
Reading the TRR's today is truly cumbersome. In addition, there are many reasonable,
commonly accepted regulations included in the TRR's for which neither the Town Manager's
Officer nor the Police Department are able to locate historical records.
In order to rectify this problem and to improve the recordkeeping process in the future, another
re- adoption is being proposed. The proposed re- adoption will refresh the historical record, clarify
the formatting, and codify the recordkeeping and updating procedures. The Police Department
has developed a working draft of a document for the re- adoption process, which is attached for
your review.
Proposed Process for a New Document
The TRR's are lengthy. Since the Board would be required to vote to readopt the TRR's at a
public meeting it is worthwhile to subject the new document to a committee review so that the
Board can have a higher degree of confidence in the quality and accuracy of the document they
would be voting to accept. It is recommended that the Board create a temporary committee to
review the matter and that the committee should consist of 1 Selectman, 2 Residents, the Town
Manager or his designee, the Chief of Police or his designee, the Chief of Fire or his designee,
the Town Engineer or his designee, and the Town Planner or her designee. The committee would
be charged with finalizing the document and developing a recommendation for or against re-
adoption by mid -May 2013. See attached timeline.
Proposed Amendment to the Traffic & Parking Regulations
Amendment No.:
Filed On:
Filed By:
On Behalf of:
Section 1: Purpose
Section 2: Proposed Amendment
Section 3: Effective Date
This act shall take effect upon its passage and the provisions above
shall not expire.
CERTIFICATION OF PASSAGE OR REJECTION
The Town Clerk certifies that Amendment No. above was
by the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Reading through
an official vote occurring during a public hearing held on
The Amendment was through a vote of in favor and
opposed.
Signature of Town Clerk
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Town of Reading
Massachusetts
Traffic &Parking
Regulations
Town of Reading Traffic & Parking Regulations Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preamble
Purpose, Scope and Authority, ................................ ..............................1
Articles
Article 1 —Terms and Definitions
Article 2— Authority of the Police, ........................... ..............................6
Article 3— Traffic Signs and Signals .................. ...............................
8
Article 4— Miscellaneous Provisions
Article 5— Stopping, Standing and Parking, .......... .............................11
Article 6— Operation of Vehicles
20
Article 7— Pedestrian Control Regulations
Article 8 —One Way Streets ....................................... .............................29
Article 9 —Heavy Commercial Vehicles Excluded .. ..........................
30
Article 10— Penalties and Fines
Article 11— Application, Updating Repeal of Regulations, .............
33
Article 12— Applied Regulations, Alphabetical by Street
Part I. Public Ways.. ......................... .............................35
Part II. Private Ways & Partial Private Ways.......... 96
Appendices
Appendix 1 —List of Stop Sign Locations. .............. ............................106
Appendix 2 —List of One Way Streets, ..................... ............................111
Appendix 3 —List of Do Not Enter Restrictions 112
. ...............................
Appendix 4 —List of Heavy Commercial Vehicle Exclusions 113
Appendix 5 —List of Special Speed Regulations .. ............................114
i Adopted: July 30, 2013
Town of Reading Traffic & Parking Regulations Purpose, Scope & Authority
PURPOSE, SCOPE AND AUTHORITY
Today, on July 30, 2013, the Town of Reading is home to over 100 miles of public
roadway. These roadways provide residents and visitors with safe and efficient paths of
travel throughout town. These roadways also provide an ample supply of parking.
In addition to regulated on- street parking, the town provides several public parking lots
to ensure that a proper supply of parking is available to the commercial and commuting
needs of the community. The town has put much thought into the design, placement
and regulation of such parking. The proper regulation and use of public parking,
particularly in the Downtown area of the community, is necessary in order to avoid
congestion, reduce traffic collisions, prevent the monopolizing of prime storefront
parking (often by employees) and provide convenience to customers and therefore
enhance the business environment. To address these issues the Board of Selectmen
has adopted a set of rules governing the use of public parking in town, which are part of
these Traffic and Parking Regulations.
These Traffic and Parking Regulations also provides limited regulation regarding the
operation of motor vehicles.
The Town of Reading derives its authority to enact these regulations from several
sources: (1) Section 22 of Chapter 40 of the Massachusetts General Laws, (2) Section
2 of Chapter 85 of the Massachusetts General Laws, (3) Section 9 of Chapter 89 of the
Massachusetts General Laws, and (4) Article 8 of the General Bylaws of the Town of
Reading. Such regulations may be enacted by the Board of Selectmen and may apply
to any ways upon which the motoring public enjoys a right of access and where relevant
signs and signals appear. The Reading Police Department is responsible for the
enforcement of the regulations contained herein.
Adopted: July 30, 2013
Town of Reading Traffic & Parking Regulations Terms & Definitions
ARTICLE 1 —TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
1.1 Bus Stop
An area in the roadway set aside for the boarding of, alighting from, and parking of
buses.
1.2 Commercial Vehicles
Any vehicle being used in the transportation of goods, wares or merchandise for
commercial purposes, whether officially registered as such or not.
1.3 Commercial Vehicles, Heavy
Any commercial vehicle which has a capacity of two and one half tons or more.
1.4 Crosswalks
That portion of a roadway ordinarily included within the prolongation or connection of
curb lines and property lines at intersections, or at any portion of a roadway clearly
indicated for pedestrian crossing by lines on the road surface or by other markings or
signs.
1.5 Downtown Business District
That portion of the Town of Reading which is bordered by and includes the following
streets, public parking lots, sidewalks, and platforms: From 5 Washington Street southerly
then easterly following Washington Street to the railroad tracks. Following the railroad
tracks southerly to New Crossing Road, New Crossing Road easterly to Walkers Brook
Drive, Walkers Brook Drive northerly to John Street, John Street northerly to Salem Street,
Salem Street westerly to Middlesex Avenue, Middlesex Avenue to the railroad tracks back
to 5 Washington Street.
1.6 Emergency Vehicle
Fire Department vehicles, Police Department vehicles, ambulances and emergency
vehicles of Federal, State and Municipal departments or public service corporations
when the latter are responding to an emergency in relation to the Police or Fire
Departments.
1.6A Fire Lane
Pursuant to Article 8.3.2 of the Town of Reading's General Bylaws, the term fire lane
refers to a specific area of a roadway or driveway designated as such by the Board of
Selectmen upon the recommendation of the Chief of the Reading Fire Department. Fire
lanes shall be a distance of twelve feet from the curbing of a sidewalk; however, where
no sidewalk with curbing exists, the distance shall be twenty feet from the front wall of
the nearest building. These distances may be modified by the Board of Selectmen to
any distance that the Chief of the Fire Department determines is necessary for public
safety.
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Town of Reading Traffic & Parking Regulations Terms & Definitions
1.7 Funeral
Any procession
human body.
of mourners properly identified as such accompanying the remains of a
1.8 He, His, Himself
Wherever in these Rules and Regulations the word "he" appears, this shall also mean
"she," "his" shall also mean "her," and "himself' shall also mean "herself." The singular
shall also include the plural.
1.8A Holiday
The date of celebration as designated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, for the
following holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Patriots
Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day,
Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
1.9 Intersection
The area embraced within the extensions of the lateral curb lines or, if none, then the
lateral boundary lines of intersecting ways as defined in Section I of Chapter 90 of the
General Laws including divided ways. The Traffic and Parking Regulations herein
contained governing and restricting the movement of vehicles at and near intersection
ways shall apply at any place along any way at which drivers are to be controlled by
traffic control signals whether or not such place is an intersection as herein defined.
1.10 Lane
A longitudinal division of a roadway into a strip of sufficient width to accommodate the
passage of a single line of vehicles.
1.11 Officer
Any Police Officer authorized to make arrests or any investigator, examiner or inspector
of the Registry of Motor Vehicles provided he is in uniform, or has his badge of office
visibly displayed over his left breast, upon a necklace or affixed to his belt.
1.12 Official Traffic Signs
All signs, markings and devices other than traffic signals, not inconsistent with these
rules and orders, and which conform to the standards prescribed by the Department of
Transportation of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and placed or erected by the
authority of a public body or official having jurisdiction for the purpose of directing or
warning traffic.
1.13 Official Street Marking
Any painted line, legend, marking or marker of any description painted or placed upon
any way which purports to direct or regulate traffic and which has been authorized by
the Board of Selectmen.
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Town of Reading Traffic & Parking Regulations Terms & Definitions
1.14 Official Traffic Signals
All signals conforming to the standards as prescribed
Transportation of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, not
rules and orders placed or erected by authority of a public
jurisdiction for the purpose of directing or warning traffic.
by the Department of
inconsistent with these
body or official having
1.15 Parking
The standing of a vehicle, whether occupied or not, upon a roadway, otherwise than
temporarily for the purpose of and while actually engaged in loading or unloading, or in
obedience to a police officer or traffic signs or signals, or while making emergency
repairs, or if disabled while arrangements are being made to move such vehicle.
1.16 Pedestrian
Any person afoot or riding on a conveyance moved by human power, except bicycles or
tricycles.
1.17 Railroad Crossing
Any intersection of ways with a railroad right of way.
1.18 Recreation Equipment
Basketball nets and hoops, street hockey and soccer equipment, skateboard and
bicycle ramps, and other similar equipment.
1.19 Roadway
That portion of a street or highway between the regularly established curb lines, or that
part exclusive of shoulders improved and intended to be used for vehicular traffic.
1.20 Roller Skate
Any footwear that is mounted on a single or double row of wheels which is propelled
solely by human power, and which has no mechanism or other device with which to
steer or to control the movement or direction of the footwear. The use of roller skates is
referred to as roller skating.
1.21 Safety Zone
Any area or space set aside within a roadway for the exclusive use of pedestrians, and
which has been indicated by signs, lines or markings having the written approval of the
Massachusetts Department of Transportation.
1.22 Service Zone
An area in the roadway set aside for the accommodation of commercial and transient
vehicular traffic.
1.23 Sidewalk
That portion of a street or highway set aside for pedestrian travel.
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Town of Reading Traffic & Parking Regulations Terms & Definitions
1.24 Skateboard
A single platform which is mounted on wheels, propelled solely by human power, and
which has no mechanism or other device with which to steer or control the movement or
direction of the platform. The use of a skateboard is referred to as skateboarding.
1.25 Street or Highway
The entire width between property lines of every way open to the use of the public for
purposes of travel.
1.26 Taxicab Stands
An area designated by the Board of Selectmen in the roadway in which certain taxicabs
are required to park while waiting to be engaged.
1.27 Traffic
Pedestrians, ridden or herded animals, vehicles, buses and other conveyances, either
singly or together while using any street or highway for the purpose of travel.
1.28 Traffic Control Area
Any area along any way, other than an intersecting way, at which the drivers are to be
controlled by traffic control signals.
1.29 Trailer
In accordance with Section 1 of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws, the
term trailer shall be defined as any vehicle or object on wheels and having no motive
power of its own, but which is drawn by, or used in combination with, a motor vehicle. It
shall not include a pole dolly or pole dickey, so called, nor a pair of wheels commonly
used as an implement for other purposes than transportation, nor a portable, collapsible
or separate two wheel tow dolly limited only to the purpose of transporting or towing a
registered vehicle, nor farm machinery or implements when used in connection
with the operation of a farm or estate, nor any vehicle when towed behind a farm tractor
and used in connection with the operation of a farm or estate.
1.30 U -Turns
The turning of a vehicle by means of a continuous left turn whereby the direction of such
vehicle is reversed.
1.31 Vehicle
Every device in, upon or by which any person or property is or may be transported or
drawn upon a way, including bicycles when the provisions of these regulations are
applicable to them, except other devices moved by human power or used exclusively
upon stationary rails or tracks.
Adopted: July 30, 2013
Town of Reading Traffic & Parking Regulations Authority of Police
ARTICLE 2— AUTHORITY OF POLICE
2.1 Police May Direct Traffic
It shall be the duty of the Police Department to enforce the provisions of these Traffic
and Parking Regulations Officers of the Police Department are hereby authorized to
direct all traffic either in person or by means of visible or audible signal in conformity
with the provisions of these Rules and Orders, provided that in the event of a fire or
other emergency or to expedite traffic or safeguard pedestrians, Officers of the Police or
Fire Department may direct traffic, as conditions may require, notwithstanding the
provisions of these Traffic Rules and Regulations
2.2 Obedience to Police
Drivers of vehicles shall comply with any lawful or reasonable order, signal or direction
of any Officer.
2.3 Exemptions
The provisions of these Traffic Rules and Regulations shall not apply to drivers
operating in conformity with the direction of an officer, to drivers actually engaged in
work upon a street or highway closed to travel or under construction or repair when the
nature of their work necessitates a departure from any part of these Rules and Orders,
to officers when engaged in the performance of public duties which necessitate a
departure from any part of these Rules and Orders nor to drivers of emergency vehicles
while operating in an emergency, and in performance of public duties which necessitate
a departure from any part of these Rules and Orders. These exemptions shall not,
however, protect the driver of any vehicle from the consequence of a reckless disregard
for the safety of others.
2.4 Emergency Regulations
In an impending or existing emergency, the Board of Selectmen may make such rules
regulating traffic as are required for the immediate safety and convenience of the public.
Such rules shall be effective only during such time as an emergency exists or is
impending.
2.5 Experimental Regulations
For purposes of legitimate trial and experimentation, the Board of Selectmen may make
temporary rules regulating traffic, or test under actual conditions, traffic signs, signals,
markings or other devices. No such emergency or experimental rule regulating traffic
shall remain in effect for a period of time longer than thirty days.
2.6 Chief of Police May Close Streets Temporarily
The Chief of Police is hereby authorized to temporarily close any street or roadway in
an impending or existing emergency for snow removal, or for any lawful assemblage,
demonstration or procession, or for any other emergency making such closing
necessary, provided there is reasonable justification for the closing of such street.
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Town of Reading Traffic & Parking Regulations Authority of Police
2.7 Chief of Police May Prohibit Parking Temporarily
The Chief of Police is hereby authorized by the Board of Selectmen to temporarily
prohibit parking on any street or roadway or part thereof in an impending or existing
emergency or for a lawful assemblage, demonstration or procession provided there is
reasonable justification for such prohibition. Vehicles parked in places where parking is
temporarily prohibited may be moved by or under the direction of an Officer.
2.8 Chief of Police May Establish Zones of Quiet
The Chief of Police may temporarily establish a zone of quiet upon any street where a
person is seriously ill. Said temporary zone of quiet shall embrace all territory within a
radius of two hundred feet of the building occupied by the sick person. Said temporary
zones of quiet shall be designated by the Chief of Police by placing at a conspicuous
place in the street a sign or marker bearing the words "Illness - Quiet Zone ". No person
operating a vehicle within any designated and posted zone of quiet shall sound a horn
or other warning device on said vehicle, or make any loud or unusual noise in such a
zone except in an emergency.
2.9 Chief of Police May Prohibit Recreation Equipment
The Reading Police Department, through the Chief of Police or his designee, in his
discretion, may prohibit the use of privately owned movable recreation equipment within
a public right of way in any circumstance in which he determines that such use is
detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare of the community.
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Town of Reading Traffic & Parking Regulations Traffic Signs & Signals
ARTICLE 3— TRAFFIC SIGNS AND SIGNALS
3.1 Traffic Signs and Signals
The Board of Selectmen is hereby authorized, and as to those signs and signals
required hereunder it shall be its duty, to place and maintain or cause to be placed and
maintained all official traffic signs, signals, markings and safety zones. All signs, signals,
markings and safety zones shall conform to the standards as prescribed by MASSDOT.
3.2 Visibility of Signs and Signals
Any Regulatory Articles of the Traffic Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading
requiring signage shall be effective only during such time as official signs are erected
and maintained in each block designating the provisions of such article or sections
thereof and located so as to be easily visible to approaching drivers. Sufficient number
of such signs must be provided so that a car cannot be parked in a limited or prohibited
parking place without having the legend side of such a sign clearly setting forth the
parking regulations thereat, visible from that location. Article 8.1, which relates to one
way streets, shall be effective only during such time as a sufficient number of official
signs are erected and maintained at each of the exits for each one way street, so that at
least one sign will be clearly visible for a distance of at least seventy -five feet to drivers
approaching such an exit.
3.3 Interference with Signs, Signals and Markings Prohibited
It shall be unlawful for any person to willfully deface, injure, move, obstruct or interfere
with any official traffic sign, signal or marking.
3.4 Display of Unauthorized Signs, Signals and Markings Prohibited
It shall be unlawful for any person to place or maintain or to display upon or in view of
any street or public way any unofficial sign, signal, marking or device which purports to
be, or is an imitation of, or resembles an official traffic sign, signal, marking or device, or
which attempts to direct the movement of traffic, or which hides from view any official
sign or signal. The Chief of Police is hereby empowered to remove every such
prohibited sign, signal, marking or device or cause it to be removed without notice.
3.5 Location of Bus Stops, Taxicab Stands and Service Zones
The location of all bus stops, taxicab stands and service zones shall be specified by the
Board of Selectmen and, in the case of taxicab stands, the Board of Selectmen shall
designate who may use them as such.
3.6 Obedience to Traffic Signs and Signals
No driver of any vehicle shall disobey the instructions of any official traffic control signal,
sign, marking, marker or legend unless otherwise directed by a Police Officer.
Adopted: July 30, 2013
Town of Reading Traffic & Parking Regulations Miscellaneous Provisions
ARTICLE 4— MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
4.1 Pedestrians Soliciting Rides
It shall be unlawful for any person to stand in a roadway for the purpose of soliciting a
ride from the operator of any moving vehicle.
4.2 Clinging to Moving Vehicles
It shall be unlawful for any person traveling upon any bicycle, motorcycle, coaster, sled,
roller skates or any toy vehicle to cling to or attach himself or such conveyance to any
other moving vehicle.
4.3 Prohibited Riding
No person shall ride upon any portion of any train or bus not designed or intended for
the use of passengers. This provision shall not apply to any employee engaged in the
necessary discharge of a duty.
4.4 Coasting
Coasting by carts, sleds or any other means shall be prohibited on the streets and
roadways of Reading.
4.6 Restrictions on Skateboarding and Roller Skating
Skateboarding and roller skating shall be prohibited upon any sidewalk, street or public
parking area which is located in the area defined as the Downtown Business District in
these Rules and Regulations. For purposes of this section, all sidewalks and platforms
related to the rail station at the Train Depot shall be considered sidewalks.
4.7 Signage Prohibiting Skateboarding and Roller Skating
Official traffic signs may be erected where skateboarding and roller skating are
prohibited.
4.8 Rights and Duties Related to Skateboarding and Roller Skating
Skateboard operators and people wearing roller skates while crossing a street or on a
sidewalk shall be granted all of the rights, and shall be subject to all of the duties
applicable to pedestrians. However, skateboard operators and people wearing roller
skates while crossing a street or on sidewalks shall yield the right of way to all other
pedestrian traffic.
4.7 Permanent Installation of Recreation Equipment Prohibited
No permanent installation of any privately owned recreation equipment shall be
permitted within a public right of way. Should such equipment be permanently installed,
the owner shall be responsible for its removal within twenty -four hours of notification. If
the equipment is not removed within twenty -four hours, or the owner cannot be
identified, the Police Department shall instruct the Department of Public Works to
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remove and dispose of any equipment which stands in violation of this section. The
Department of Public Works is hereby authorized conduct such removal and disposal.
4.8 Restrictions on Portable Recreation Equipment
Any portable privately owned recreation equipment which is placed on a public way
shall be removed by its owner from the public way no later than dusk and shall not be
placed on the public way earlier than dawn. No recreation equipment shall impede upon
or block any sidewalk or bike path, or interfere with any fire hydrant at any time. No
portable privately owned recreation equipment shall be permitted within any public right
of way during or immediately following snow storms, hurricanes, floods, street
sweeping, street paving or in any other circumstance where the presence of such
equipment could impede emergency response or street maintenance. This section shall
be enforceable by confiscation by the Town of any privately owned recreation
equipment which does not comply with these rules and regulations.
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ARTICLE 5— STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING
5.1 General Restrictions, All Streets
No person shall park a vehicle in any of the following places:
- within an intersection;
- upon any sidewalk;
- upon any crosswalk;
- upon a roadway in a business or residential district where parking is
permitted unless both wheels on the curb side of the vehicle are within t
twelve inches of the curb or edge of the roadway, except where angle
parking is required;
- upon any roadway where the parking of a vehicle will not leave a clear and
unobstructed lane at least ten feet wide for passing traffic;
- upon or in front of any private road or driveway without the consent of the
owner of said private road or driveway;
- upon any street or highway within twenty feet of an intersecting way.
Vehicles found parked in violation of the provisions of this section may be moved by or
under the direction of an officer to a place where parking is permitted or to a public
garage at the owner's expense.
5.2 Reading Community Access Stickers, Residents Only
Notwithstanding the exceptions detailed in Article 5.2A below, between the hours of
6:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., parking on designated streets and parking lots in and around
the Reading Train Depot will be authorized by permit only, excluding Saturdays,
Sundays and holidays. Areas to which this Article has been applied are listed under
Article 12.
Access to such regulated parking, to the Compost Center, and to overnight parking in
municipal parking lots designated by the Board of Selectmen for overnight parking will
be restricted to those vehicles that display a Reading Community Access sticker for the
current year.
Pursuant to Article 3.2, clear and appropriate signage will be posted in the parking
areas restricted by this Article.
Resident Permit stickers in the form of a Reading Community Access sticker will be
available to Reading residents only at a cost of $25.00. Seniors over the age of 65 will
receive a discount of $10.00.
Residents who have more that one vehicle registered to the same family at the same
address may secure a Reading Community Access sticker for each vehicle. The cost for
each vehicle shall be $25.00. There are two discounts that may apply. The first
discount, known as the Multi - Vehicle Discount, is given to those residents who
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simultaneously apply for and purchase multiple stickers at the same time. The multi -
vehicle discount reduces the cost of subsequent stickers to $10.00. The second
discount, known as the Senior Discount, reduces the cost of the initial vehicle to $15.00
for those residents over the age of sixty -five.
These stickers will be available at the Reading Police Station, 15 Union Street, at any
time, day or night. Reading Community Access stickers will be issued on an annual
basis beginning January 1. They will be available throughout the year but the cost will
not be prorated. To obtain a Reading Community Access sticker, Reading residents
must show identification to prove that they live in the Town, and that their vehicle is
registered in the Town of Reading. Identification must include a Massachusetts Driver's
License and a Massachusetts Vehicle Registration both showing the same owner's
name at the same Reading address. Reading Community Access stickers will be issued
only to the vehicle owner. For leased vehicles, proof from the leasing agency that the
resident requesting the sticker has control of the vehicle and that it is garaged at the
resident's principle residence will be required.
Residents whose street frontage has a posted "Resident Parking" restriction are eligible
to apply for a Reading Community Access permit at no charge. The Town will issue said
stickers to abutting residents on the same basis as noted above. This subset of
residents shall be issued a number of Reading Community Access stickers equal to the
number of vehicles registered at the address. The Reading Community Access stickers
issued to said subset of residents will be modified such that the stickers are easily
identified, and will not allow access to the Compost Center or to commuter parking in
the designated lots, or to other sites for which the regular Reading Community Access
sticker is required.
All such parking will be available on a first come, first serve basis, which is to say that
the purchase of Reading Community Access stickers by residents does not guarantee a
parking space. All permit stickers must be placed on the left side, rear window of the
vehicle, as far towards the rear as possible. Only current stickers may be displayed —
previous year's stickers must be removed. Permit stickers are not transferable to any
other vehicle. If a vehicle is sold, the sticker must be removed, and the old sticker may
be submitted to the Reading Police Department. A new sticker will then be issued at no
additional cost for the period that the old sticker applies.
No person shall sell, offer for sale, give, trade or otherwise transfer a Reading
Community Access sticker to another person, or affix the sticker to a motor vehicle other
than for the one issued or alter the sticker. Violation of this section will result in
revocation of the sticker and parking privileges, and may be prosecuted according to
law.
Parking in all regulated areas, where not parallel to the street, will be front -in parking
only to enable the Town to properly enforce these requirements. Parking in designated
areas without a sticker shall subject the vehicle owner to a parking fine in accordance
with Town regulations and denial of access to the Compost Center.
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Handicapped Parking will be permitted in designated spaces with a State Handicapped
Parking Permit, and no Reading Community Access sticker or Employee Parking sticker
will be required.
All other posted Rules and Regulations of the Town, in addition to the permit parking
regulations, must be followed.
5.2A Employee Parking Stickers, Downtown Business District
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, most parking in the Downtown Business District is limited to
one - hundred twenty minutes from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
However, specific parking areas within the Downtown Business District may be
designated as Employee Parking and will allow, by official permit only, employees of
downtown businesses to park within said areas without being subject to the time
restriction detailed in Article 5.2. Employee parking will be limited to designated areas,
which will be identified by official signage. Areas to which this Article has been applied
as listed under Article 12.
Employee Parking stickers shall be available for a fee of twenty dollars per month, sold
annually. The Chief of Police shall have the authority to establish such rules and
regulations as are appropriate to ensure that such stickers are being used by
employees of the businesses located in the Downtown Business District. Permits will be
for parking during working hours only.
For residents whose street frontage has a restriction for Employee Parking, the Town
will issue upon application to the resident on the same basis as noted above, Employee
Parking stickers equal to the number of vehicles registered at the address. There will be
no charge for the Employee Parking sticker in this situation.
All such parking will be available on a first come, first served basis, which is to say that
purchase of Employee Parking stickers by employees does not guarantee a parking
space.
Employee Parking stickers may be sold in the amount of twenty percent more than the
total of designated spaces in order to achieve full utilization of the Employee Parking
areas.
Employee Parking stickers are available as units to be displayed by hanging from the
interior rear view mirror. Permit stickers are not transferable to any other vehicle. No
person shall sell, offer for sale, give, trade or otherwise transfer an Employee Parking
sticker to another person. Violation of this section will result in revocation of the sticker
and parking privileges, and may be prosecuted according to law.
Parking in all regulated areas, where not parallel to the street, will be front -in parking
only to enable the Town to properly enforce these requirements. Parking in designated
areas without a sticker shall subject the vehicle owner to a parking fine in accordance
with Town regulations and denial of access to the Compost Center.
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Handicapped Parking will be permitted in designated spaces with a State Handicapped
Parking Permit, and no Employee Parking sticker will be required.
All other posted Rules and Regulations of the Town, in addition to the permit parking
regulations, must be followed.
5.14 Leased Parking Program for Merchants & Employees
The Town of Reading shall maintain a Leased Parking Program to help address some
of the unique parking needs of the employees and merchants within the Downtown
Business District. Each active spot in the Leased Parking Program shall be
appropriately signed for such purpose. Such parking spaces shall be restricted to permit
holders on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays between the
hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Selectman has designated the following parking lots as areas in which the
Town may lease parking spots: the Senior Center lot off of Parker Street the Hamden
Yard lot off of Pleasant Street, the Brande Court lot off of Haven Street, and the
southerly side of High Street between Woburn Street and Vine Street.
The Town Manager shall have the authority to designate specific leasable spots within
the areas listed in the preceding paragraph, according to the following maximum
allowances: fourteen individual spots within the Pleasant Street Center lot, seven
tandem and six single vehicle spots within the Hamden Yard lot, seventeen spots within
the Brande Court parking lot, and forty one spots along High Street. The Town Manager
shall have the authority to expand and contract the active number of leasable spots
according to local demand, provided that said maximum allowances are never
exceeded.
The Chief of Police shall manage the permitting process and collect all revenues from
the sale of leased parking. Permits shall only be issued to businesses, business
owners, contractors and employees who have a regular and appropriate need for
parking within the Downtown Business District. Said permits shall be issued on paper
cardstock to the lessee and shall be available for purchase at a fee of $30.00 per space
per month paid annually and $25.00 per space per month for tandem spots. Permits for
leased parking spaces shall be available at the Reading Police Department on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays between the hours of 8:00
a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Individual spaces shall be assigned to permit holders by the Chief of Police. Permit
holders shall be allowed to park the following vehicles in their assigned spots: personal
vehicles, commercial vehicles associated with their business, employee vehicles, and
other appropriate vehicles. It shall be the permit holder's responsibility to report
violations of their permit to the Reading Police Department.
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Priority for permits for spaces shall be given to those businesses in the closest proximity
to each lot that has spaces designated as "Leased Parking, Permit Required." The
methodology of assigning spaces where there is greater demand than supply shall be
developed by the Town Manager and administered by the Chief of Police.
During a snow emergency declared by the Town Manager, no parking will be permitted
in "Leased Parking, Permit Required," spaces from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
5.3 Prohibition of Parking on Certain Streets, No Parking Anytime
Parking is hereby prohibited upon the streets or highways or parts thereof to which this
Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.1 Parking for Senior Vans
Repealed. July 30, 2013.
5.4.1A Two Hour Parking, Downtown Business District
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays on any of the streets or parts
of streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.1 B Thirty Minute Parking, Downtown Business District
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays for a period longer
than thirty minutes on any one of the streets or parts of streets as listed under Article
12.
5.4.2 Two Hour Parking, General
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays for more than one hundred
twenty minutes at one time on any one of the streets or parts of streets to which this
Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.2A Two Hour Parking or All Day with Employee Permit
Relocated to Article 5.2A. July 30, 2013.
5.4.26 Employee / Merchant Monthly Parking Only
Relocated to Article 5.14. July 30, 2013.
5.4.3 Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays on any of the streets or parts
of streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.4A Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays on any of the streets or parts
of streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
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5.4.46 Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 2:30
p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays on any of
the streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.4C Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 2:30
p.m. to 3:30 �.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays from
September 1S through June 30th on any of the streets or parts of streets to which this
Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.41) Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and
between 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or
Fridays on any of the streets or parts of streets to which this Article has been applied as
listed under Article 12.
5.4.4E Fire Lanes
Requirements, processes, and enforcement procedures relative to fire lanes are
addressed under Article 8.3 of the Town of Reading's General Bylaws.
5.4.4F Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. from April 1St
through August 31St on any of the streets or parts of streets to which this Article has
been applied as listed under Article 12.
5AAG Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays school days only, drop off
only, on any of the streets or parts of streets to which this Article has been applied as
listed under Article 12.
5.4.4H Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on schools
days occurring on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays, on any of
the streets or parts of streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under
Article 12.
5.4.41 Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays on school days only, on any of
the streets or parts of streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under
Article 12.
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5.4.4J Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays on any of the streets or parts
of streets listed to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.5 Five Minute Parking at Town Hall
No person shall park a vehicle for longer than five minutes in the single designated spot
along the southwesterly corner of Town Hall by the rear pedestrian entrance to Town
Hall.
5.4.6 Fire Hydrants, No Parking within Ten Feet & No Piling Snow
No person shall park a vehicle within ten feet of a fire hydrant or pile snow upon or
within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.
5.4.7 Resident Parking Only
Relocated to Article 5.2.
5.4.8 Sunday Worship Services Parking
Parking shall be prohibited except on Sundays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 1:00
p.m. upon the streets or highways or parts thereof to which this Article has been applied
as listed under Article 12.
5.5.1 Taxicab Stands for Taxicabs Only
No person shall park a vehicle on any street within a business district in any taxicab
stand.
5.5.2 Taxicabs Must Park within Taxicab Stands Unless Engaged
No person shall park a taxicab upon any street within the business district at any place
other than the taxicab stand, or stands designated for the use of his taxicab, or taxicabs
except while engaged.
5.5.3 Bus Stops for Buses Only
No person shall park a vehicle other than a bus in an officially designated bus stop
except while actually engaged in loading or unloading passengers.
5.6 Service Zones
No person shall park a vehicle upon any street in any service zone for a period of time
longer than fifteen minutes except while actually engaged in loading or unloading
providing that such loading and unloading does not exceed a period of time longer than
one hour.
5.7 Parking Vehicles for Sale Prohibited
It shall be unlawful for any person to park upon a street or in a municipal parking lot any
vehicle displayed for sale.
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5.8 Vehicle Use for Sole Purpose of Advertising Display Prohibited
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or to park on any street or in any parking
lot any vehicle for the sole purpose of displaying advertising signs.
5.9 No Overnight Parking, With Exceptions
It shall be unlawful for the driver of any vehicle other than one acting in an emergency to
park said vehicle on any street or in any municipally- owned parking lot between the
hours of 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. However, with a valid current year's Community
Access Sticker, vehicles may be parked overnight in the following parking lots under the
terms specified:
- Pleasant Street Center Parking Lot off Parker Street: From 5:00 p.m. until
8:00 a.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
and without limit on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Hamden Yard Parking Lot off Pleasant Street: From 10:00 p.m. until 8:00
a.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays,
Saturdays and Sundays.
- Brande Court Municipal Parking Lot off Haven Street: Eight parking spots
on the northerly fence line from 10:00 p.m. until 8:00 a.m. on Mondays,
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
During a snow emergency declared by the Town Manager or his designee, no parking
will be permitted in "Leased Parking, Permit Required" spaces established under Article
5.14 from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
5.10 Standing of Vehicles Near Schools
No person shall stop or stand any vehicle upon any public way in the Town of Reading
within one thousand feet of any school of said Town between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and
3:00 p.m. on days when the public schools are in session for the purpose of selling or
offering for sale any food, beverage or goods, wares or merchandise therein or there
from.
This section, however, shall not prevent the stopping of vehicles of hawkers or peddlers
at dwelling houses for the purpose of selling goods, wares and merchandise to
occupants thereof, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 101 of the General
Laws and regulations made under the authority thereof.
5.11 Repairing of Vehicles
No person shall repair, wash or clean vehicles or other conveyances or cause them to
be repaired, washed or cleaned in or upon any public way or municipal parking lot of the
Town, nor shall any person occupy any part of any public way as storage room for any
vehicle, except that in an emergency temporary repairs may be made.
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5.12 Angle Parking
Upon the streets or parts of streets as listed under Article 12 which have been marked,
vehicles shall be parked with one wheel within twelve inches of the curb and at the
angle to the curb indicated by such marks or official signs. The vehicle shall be parked
wholly within the painted lines provided.
5.13 Reserved Parking at Pleasant Street Center
The Town Manager shall designate 14 parking spaces at Pleasant Street Center
parking lot on Parker Street for Pleasant Street Center parking, and shall order those
spaces to be appropriately marked for that purpose. These spaces shall be reserved
for employees and patrons of the Pleasant Street Center at 49 Pleasant Street between
the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except on Town holidays.
During a snow emergency declared by the Town Manager or his designee, no parking
will be permitted in "Pleasant Street Center" spaces from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
5.13A Reserved Parking on Gould Street
The two marked parking spaces located directly in front of building numbers 9 and 11
along the northerly side of Gould Street shall be reserved for parking by the residents
and guests of said buildings.
5.15 Snow Emergency
The Town Manager or his designee may declare a snow emergency on the
recommendation of the Director of Public Works. In such an instance, parking
regulations will be modified as noted in these Traffic and Parking Regulations for the
duration of the declared emergency. In the event of a declared snow emergency, every
effort will be made to notify residents and others affected by the implementation of
modified regulations.
5.16 Parking of Trailers
No person shall park or stand any trailer on any part of any street, way, highway, road,
or parkway under the control of the town, unless such trailer is attached to a motor
vehicle capable of towing it. Trailers parked in violation of this bylaw are subject to fine
and tow. The "speed board" and other such equipment associated with municipal
operations are exempt from this bylaw. Short term exceptions to this section may be
permitted by the Chief of Police or his designee so long as public safety is not
compromised.
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ARTICLE 6— OPERATION OF VEHICLES
6.1.1 Overtaking Other Vehicles
The driver of any vehicle overtaking another vehicle proceeding in the same direction
shall pass at a safe distance to the left thereof and shall not cut in ahead of such other
vehicle until safely clear of it.
6.1.2 No Obstruction of Intersections and Crosswalks
No driver shall enter an intersection or a marked crosswalk unless there is sufficient
space on the other side of the intersection or crosswalk, and on the right half of the
roadway to accommodate the vehicle he is operating without obstructing the passage of
other vehicles or pedestrians notwithstanding any traffic control signal indication to
proceed.
6.2 Overtake Only When There is a Space Ahead
The driver of a vehicle shall not overtake and pass a vehicle proceeding in the same
direction unless there is sufficient clear space ahead on the right side of the roadway to
permit the overtaking to be completed without impeding the safe operation of any
vehicle ahead, or without causing the driver of any such vehicle to change his speed or
alter his course, except as provided in Section 2 of Chapter 89 of the Massachusetts
General Laws.
6.3 Driver to Give Way to Overtaking Vehicle
The driver of a vehicle when about to be overtaken and passed by another vehicle
approaching from the rear shall give way to the right when practicable in favor of the
overtaking vehicle, on suitable and audible signal being given by the driver of the
overtaking vehicle, and shall not increase the speed of his vehicle until completely
passed by the overtaking vehicle.
6.4 Obstructing Traffic
No person shall drive in such a manner as to unnecessarily obstruct the normal
movement of traffic upon any street or highway. Officers are hereby authorized to
require any driver who fails to comply with this section to drive to the side of the
roadway and wait until such traffic as has been delayed has passed.
6.5 Following Too Closely
The driver of a vehicle shall not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable
and prudent having due regard to the speed of such vehicles and the traffic upon and
condition of the street or highway.
6.6 Slow Vehicles to Stay 200 Feet Apart
Upon roadways less than twenty -seven feet wide and upon which vehicular traffic is
permitted to operate in both directions, the driver of any slow moving vehicle when
traveling outside of a business or residential district shall not follow another moving slow
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vehicle within two hundred feet but this shall not be construed to prevent such slow
moving vehicle from overtaking and passing another slow moving vehicle. This section
shall not apply to funerals or other lawful processions.
6.7 Care In Starting, Stopping, Turning or Backing
Before starting, stopping, turning from a direct line or backing, the driver of any vehicle
shall first see that such movement can be made in safety. If such movement cannot be
made in safety, or if it interferes unduly with the normal movement of other traffic, said
driver shall wait for a more favorable opportunity to make such movement or forego it
entirely. If the operation of another vehicle should be affected by a stopping or turning
movement, the driver or such other vehicle shall be given a plainly visible signal as
required by Article 6.8.
6.8 Stopping and Turning Signals
Any signal herein required shall be given sufficient time in advance of the movement
indicated to give ample warning to any person who may be affected by said movement,
and shall be given either by means of the hand and arm in the manner specified or by a
suitable mechanical or electrical device, except that when a vehicle is so constructed or
loaded as to prevent the hand and arm signal from being made or from being visible
both to the front and rear, the signal shall be given by a suitable device.
6.9 Sound Horn When Necessary
The driver of a vehicle shall give an audible warning with his horn or other suitable
warning device whenever necessary to ensure safe operation.
6.10 Obedience to Traffic Control Signals
Colors and arrow indications in traffic control signals shall have the command ascribed
to them in this section, and no other meanings, and every driver of a vehicle, railway car
or other conveyance shall comply therewith, except when otherwise directed by an
officer or by a superseding lawful traffic sign, other than an official stop sign, signal or
device or except as provided in 6.14.2 of this Article. In no case shall a driver enter or
proceed through an intersection without due regard to the safety of other persons within
the intersection regardless of what indications may be given by traffic control signal.
6.10.1 Green
While the green lens is illuminated, drivers facing the signal may proceed through the
intersection, but shall yield the right of way to pedestrians and vehicles lawfully within a
crosswalk or the intersection at the time such signal was exhibited. Drivers of vehicles
making a right or left turn shall yield the right of way to pedestrians crossing with the
flow of traffic.
6.10.2 Right, Left and Vertical Green Arrows
When a right green arrow is illuminated, drivers facing said signal may turn right. When
a left green arrow is illuminated, drivers facing said signal may turn left. When a vertical
green arrow is illuminated, drivers facing said signal may go straight ahead. When a
green arrow is exhibited, together with a red or a yellow lens, drivers may enter the
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intersection to make the movement permitted by the arrow, but shall yield the right of
way to vehicles and pedestrians proceeding from another direction on a green
indication.
6.10.3 Yellow
While the yellow lens is illuminated, waiting drivers shall not proceed and any driver
approaching the intersection or a marked "stop" line, shall stop at such point unless so
close to the intersection that a stop cannot be made in safety, provided, however, that if
a green arrow is illuminated at the same time, drivers may enter the intersection to
make the movement permitted by such arrow.
6.10.4 Red
While the red lens is illuminated, drivers facing the signal shall stop outside of the
intersection or at such point as may be clearly marked by a sign or line, provided,
however, that if a green arrow is illuminated at the same time, drivers may enter the
intersection to make the movement permitted by such arrow.
6.10.5 Right Turn on Red
Unless otherwise posted, drivers facing an illuminated red lens may, after coming to a
full stop, make a right hand turn but shall yield the right -of -way to pedestrians and other
traffic proceeding as directed by the signal at said intersection.
6.10.6 Red and Yellow
While the red and yellow lenses are illuminated together, drivers shall not enter the
intersection and during such time the intersection shall be reserved for the exclusive
use of pedestrians.
6.10.7 Flashing Red
The red lens when illuminated with rapid intermittent flashes shall indicate those
intersections at which a driver is required by law to stop entering.
6.10.8 Flashing Yellow
The yellow lens when illuminated with rapid intermittent flashes shall indicate the
presence of a hazard and drivers may proceed only with caution.
6.11 Obedience to Yield Signs
In accordance with written approval of the Massachusetts Highway Department, certain
intersections shall have official yield signs. The specific intersections to which this
Article have been applied are listed under Article 12.
6.12 Obedience to Isolated Stop Signs
Every driver of a vehicle or other conveyance approaching an intersection of ways or
railroad crossing where there exists facing him an official sign, bearing the word "stop"
and authorized by this section, shall before proceeding through the intersection or over
railroad crossing bring such vehicle, or other conveyance, to a complete stop at such
point as may be clearly marked by a sign or line, or if a point is not so marked then at a
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place between the said "stop" sign and the nearer line of the street intersection or
railroad crossing. This section shall not apply when the traffic is otherwise directed by
an officer or by a lawful traffic regulating sign, signal or device. In accordance with the
foregoing, the rule and order hereby authorizes the installation and maintenance of an
official stop sign or stop signs at the intersections to which this Article has been applied
as listed under Article 12 and enumerated in Appendix 1.
6.13 No Driving on Sidewalk
The driver of a vehicle shall not drive upon any sidewalk except at a permanent or
temporary driveway.
6.14.1 Funeral and Other Processions, Right Edge of Road
It shall be the duty of each driver in a funeral or other procession to keep as near to the
right edge of the roadway as is feasible, and to follow the vehicle ahead as closely as is
practicable and safe.
6.14.2 Funeral and Other Processions, Traffic Controls
At an intersection where a traffic control signal is operating, the driver of the first vehicle
in a funeral or other procession shall be the only one required to stop for a red or yellow
indication.
6.14.3 Funeral and Other Processions, Stop Signs
At an intersection where a lawful stop sign exists, the driver of the first vehicle in the
funeral or other procession shall be the only one required to stop before proceeding
through the intersection.
6.15 Drive Within Marked Lanes
When any roadway has been divided into lanes, a driver of a vehicle shall drive so as to
be entirely within a single lane, and shall not move from the lane in which he is driving
until he has first ascertained if such movement can be made with safety.
6.16 Use Right Lane
Upon all roadways, the driver of a vehicle shall drive in the lane nearest the right side of
the roadway when said lane is available for travel except when overtaking another
vehicle or when preparing for a left turn.
6.17 Left Turns Prohibited
Left turns shall be prohibited at the locations as listed under Article 12.
6.17A Left Lane Must Turn Left
Left lane must turn left at the locations as listed under Article 12.
6.176 Right Turn Only
Right turn only at the locations as listed under Article 12.
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6.17C Right Lane Must Turn Right
Right lane must turn right at the locations as listed under Article 12.
6.18 Backing Around Corners and Into Intersections
The driver of a vehicle shall not back the vehicle around a corner or into an intersection
and shall not in any event or at any place back a vehicle unless such movement can be
made in safety.
6.19 U -Turns Prohibited
No operator shall make a U -turn at any location where the centerline of a street is
painted with a single or double yellow line.
6.20 Emerging from Alley or Private Driveway
The driver of a vehicle emerging from an alley, driveway or garage shall stop such
vehicle immediately prior to driving on to a sidewalk or onto the sidewalk area extending
across alley way or driveway.
6.21 Driving on Road Surfaces Under Construction or Repair
No operator shall enter upon the road surface of any street or highway or section
thereof, when, by reason of construction, surface treatment, maintenance or the like, or
because of some unprotected hazard, such road surface is closed to travel and one or
more signs, lights or signals have been erected to indicate that all or part of the road
surface of the street or highway is not to be used, or when so advised by an officer,
watchman, member of a street or highway crew, or employee of the Town either audibly
or by signals.
6.22.1 Vehicle Operation at Crosswalks, Stopping
When traffic control signals are not in place or not in operation, the driver of a vehicle
which for the purposes of this Article shall include bicycles, shall yield the right of way,
slowing down or stopping if need be so to yield to a pedestrian crossing the roadway
within a marked crosswalk when the pedestrian is upon the half of the roadway upon
which the vehicle is traveling, or when the pedestrian approaches from the opposite half
of the roadway to within five feet of that half of the roadway upon which the vehicle is
traveling.
6.22.2 Vehicle Operation at Crosswalks, No Passing
No operator of a vehicle shall pass any other vehicle which has been stopped at a
marked crosswalk to permit a pedestrian to cross a way, nor shall any operator enter a
marked crosswalk until there is sufficient space on the other side of the crosswalk to
accommodate the vehicle he is operating notwithstanding any traffic control signal
indication to proceed.
6.23 Construction of and Loading of Vehicles
No person shall operate a vehicle in such condition or so constructed or loaded as to be
likely to cause delay in traffic or accident or injury to man, beast or property. No person
shall operate any vehicle loaded with any material extending more than four feet beyond
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the rear or front of said vehicle unless there is attached thereto a red flag of sufficient
size during the hours of daylight and a red light during the hours of darkness, both of
which shall be plainly visible.
6.24 Special Speed Regulations, General
Pursuant to Section 17 of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws, speed limits
for all roadways within thickly settled areas shall be set at thirty miles per hour. For the
purposes of said statute, the entire Town of Reading is considered a thickly settled
area. However, Section 18 of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws provides
that the State Highway Department and the Registrar of Motor Vehicles may approve
special speed regulations in limited areas upon successful petition by a municipality.
The Town of Reading has received such approval for a number of special speed
regulations as listed under Article 12 and enumerated in Appendix 5.
6.24.1 Special Speed Regulations, School Zones
Pursuant to Section 17 of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws, speed limits
for all roadways within thickly settled areas shall be set at thirty miles per hour. For the
purposes of said statute, the entire Town of Reading is considered a thickly settled
area. However, the combined provisions of Section 18 of Chapter 90 and Section 2 of
Chapter 85 of the Massachusetts General Laws as well as the most current
promulgation of the Massachusetts Amendments to the Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices, provide that the Town may establish school zones according to the
combined procedures under said provisions. The Town of Reading has received such
approval for a number of special school zone speed regulations as listed under Article
12 and enumerated in Appendix 5.
6.25.1 Do Not Enter, School Zone Group A
Repealed. July 30, 2013.
6.25.2 Do Not Enter, Residents Only Group
With the exception of emergency vehicles and vehicles associated with residences that
would otherwise be made inaccessible by this Article, vehicles shall be prohibited from
entering certain streets through certain areas. The streets and areas to which this
Article has been applied are listed under Article 12.
6.25.3 Do Not Enter, Traffic Mitigation Group
With the exception of emergency vehicles, vehicles shall be prohibited from entering
certain streets through certain areas between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. The streets and areas to
which this Article has been applied are listed under Article 12.
6.25.4 Do Not Enter, School Zone Group B
With the exception of emergency vehicles, vehicles shall be prohibited from entering
certain streets through certain areas between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and
between 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and
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Fridays from August 25th through June 30th. The streets and areas to which this Article
has been applied are listed under Article 12.
6.25.5 Do Not Enter, Anytime
All vehicles shall be prohibited from entering certain streets through certain areas. The
streets and areas to which this Article has been applied are listed under Article 12.
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ARTICLE 7— PEDESTRIAN CONTROL REGULATIONS
7.1 Pedestrians Crossing Ways or Roadways
Pedestrians shall obey the directions of officers directing traffic and whenever there is
an officer directing traffic, or a traffic control signal within three hundred feet of a
pedestrian, no such pedestrian shall cross a way or roadway except within the limits of
the marked crosswalk at the signalized location and as hereinafter provided in these
regulations.
7.2.1 Pedestrian Actuation
At a traffic control signal location where pedestrian indications are provided but which
are shown only upon actuation by means of a pedestrian push button, no pedestrian
shall cross a roadway unless or until the pedestrian control signal push button has been
actuated and then cross only on the proper pedestrian signal indication. At traffic control
signal location where no pedestrian indication is provided, pedestrians shall cross only
on the green indication. If necessary, the green indication shall be actuated by means
of a push button.
7.2.2 Pedestrians Must Yield to Funerals and Emergency Vehicles
At a traffic control signal location, pedestrians shall yield the right of way to vehicles of a
funeral or other procession or authorized emergency vehicle while in the performance of
emergency duties regardless of the signal indication given, and they shall not attempt to
cross the roadway until such vehicles or procession has passed at which time
pedestrians shall then cross the roadway only as provided in these regulations.
7.3 Pedestrian Obedience to Traffic Control Signals
Traffic control signal color indications and legends shall have the commands ascribed to
them in this section and no other meanings, and every pedestrian shall comply
therewith except when otherwise directed by an officer.
7.3.1 Red and Yellow or the Word "Walk"
Whenever the red and yellow lenses are illuminated together or the single word "Walk"
is illuminated, pedestrians facing such indication may proceed across the roadway and
in the direction of such signal only.
7.3.2 Red Alone or "Don't Walk"
Whenever the words "Don't Walk" or any indication other than red and yellow shown
together are illuminated in a traffic control signal where pedestrian indications are
provided, pedestrians approaching or facing such indication shall wait on the sidewalk,
edge or roadway or in the pedestrian refuge area of a traffic island, and shall not enter
upon or cross a roadway until the proper indication is illuminated in the traffic control
signal, but any pedestrian who has partially completed his crossing on the walk
indication shall proceed or return to the nearest sidewalk or safety island on the yellow
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indication, the red indication or when the words "Don't Walk" are illuminated by rapid
intermittent flashes.
7.3.3 Green Alone
At traffic control signal locations where no pedestrian indication is given or provided,
pedestrians facing the signal may proceed across the roadway within any marked
crosswalk in the direction of the green indication.
7.3.4 Yellow Alone, Red Alone or Flashing "Don't Walk"
Pedestrians approaching or facing a yellow, red or flashing "Don't Walk" illuminated
indication shall not start to cross a roadway.
7.3.5 Flashing Red, Yellow or Green
At any traffic control signal location where a flashing red, flashing yellow or flashing
green indication is being given facing a crosswalk, pedestrians shall actuate, where
provided, the pedestrian signal indication and cross the roadway only on the red - yellow
or "Walk" indication when such indication is in operation. If no pedestrian signal is
provided, pedestrians shall cross within crosswalks with due care.
7.4 Pedestrian Crossings and Use of Roadways
It shall be unlawful for any person to actuate a pedestrian control signal, unless a
crossing of the roadway is intended.
7.5 Operators to Exercise Due Care
The provisions of these regulations shall in no way abrogate the provisions of Sections
14 and 14A of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws which provide for
"Precautions for Safety of Other Travelers" and for the "Protection of Blind Persons
Crossing Ways."
Furthermore, notwithstanding the provisions of these regulations, every operator of a
vehicle shall exercise due care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian upon the roadway
and shall give warning by sounding the horn when necessary, and shall exercise proper
precautions which may become necessary for safe operation.
7.6 Officers to Enforce Pedestrian Regulations
These pedestrian control regulations shall be enforced by all officers of the Town of
Reading.
7.7 Exemptions
The provisions of these Traffic Rules and Regulations governing the use of ways by
pedestrians shall not apply to pedestrians actually engaged in work upon a roadway
closed to travel or under construction or repair, to municipal, state, federal or public
service corporation employees while in the performance of their public duties or to
pedestrians acting in an emergency when such emergency necessitates departure from
any part of these rules and regulations.
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ARTICLE 8 —ONE WAY STREETS
8.1 One Way Streets: Vehicular traffic shall move only in the direction indicated under
the relevant clauses within Article 12 upon the streets or parts of streets to which this
Article has been applied as listed under Article 12 and enumerated in Appendix 2.
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ARTICLE 9 —HEAVY COMMERCIAL VEHICLE EXCLUSIONS
9.1 Heavy Commercial Vehicles Excluded
Section 2 of Chapter 85 of the Massachusetts General Laws limits a municipality's
ability to exclude heavy commercial vehicles from specific public ways. In order for such
an exclusion to become official it must adhere to a process set forth by said Section of
the Massachusetts General Laws and gain written approval by the State Traffic
Engineer. The Town has successfully received approval of several said exclusions as
listed in the various subsections of Article 12. The use and operation of heavy
commercial vehicles are hereby prohibited from travelling at any time on those streets
or parts of streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12 and
enumerated in Appendix 4.
9.2 Exemptions
The foregoing sections of this Article shall not apply to commercial or heavy commercial
vehicles going to or coming from places upon said streets or adjoining streets or ways
to which access cannot otherwise be gained, or to vehicles of municipal departments or
public service corporations having emergency work to do on said streets or adjoining
streets, or to the U. S. Mail vehicles collecting mail on the said streets, or to Police and
Fire Department vehicles or to ambulances.
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ARTICLE 10— PENALTIES & FINES
10.1A Twenty Dollar Fines for Certain Parking Violations
Whoever violates any of the provisions of Articles 5.1, 5.2, 5.2A, 5.3, 5.3A, 5.4.1,
5.4.1A, 5.4.1B, 5.4.2, 5.4.3, 5.4.4A, 5.4.46, 5.4.4C, 5.4.4D, 5.4.4F, 5.4.4G, 5.4.41-1,
5.4.41, 5.4.4J, 5.4.5, 5.5.1, 5.5.2, 5.5.3, 5.6, 5.7, 5.8, 5.9, 5.10, 5.11, 5.12, 5.13, 5.13A,
5.14, 5.16 above, shall be subject to a monetary penalty for each separate violation.
Each instance of a violation shall be subject to a twenty dollar fine.
10.1 B Fifty Dollar Fines for Certain Parking Violations
Whoever violates any of the provisions of Articles 5.4.4E and 5.4.6 above shall be
subject to a monetary penalty for each separate violation. Each instance of a violation
shall be subject to a fifty dollar fine.
10.1C One Hundred Dollar Fine for Violation of Fire Lane Restrictions
Whoever violates any of the provisions of Article 5.4.4E above or Article 8.3 of the
General Bylaws of the Town of Reading shall be subject to a monetary penalty for each
separate violation. Each instance of a violation shall be subject to a one hundred dollar
fine for the first offense, one hundred fifty dollar fine for the second offense and a two
hundred dollar fine for third and subsequent offenses.
10.1 D One Hundred Dollar Fine for Violation of Handicap Parking
Whoever violates any of the provisions of Article 8.4 of the General Bylaws of the Town
of Reading shall be subject to a monetary penalty for each separate violation. Each
instance of a violation shall be subject to a one hundred dollar fine for the first offense,
one hundred fifty dollar fine for the second offense and a two hundred dollar fine for
third and subsequent offenses.
10.1 E Fifty Dollar Fines for All Traffic Violations
Whoever violates any one of the various provisions contained within Articles 6, 7, 8, and
9 above inclusive shall be subject to a monetary penalty for each separate violation.
Each instance of a violation shall be subject to a fifty dollar fine.
10.2 Destroying a Parking Ticket is a Criminal Offense
Pursuant to Section 20D of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws, violators
may be summonsed to court and, under certain circumstances, arrested for tampering
with or destroying parking tickets affixed to any vehicle, whether owned by the violator
or not.
10.3 Disposition of Fines and Forfeitures
All fines collected upon conviction of any person charged with a violation of any of the
provisions of these Traffic and Parking Regulations shall be paid into the Town
Treasury.
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10.4 Owner Prima Facie Responsible for Violations
If any vehicle is found upon any street or highway in violation of any provisions of these
Traffic Rules and Regulations and the identity of the driver cannot be determined, the
owner or the person in whose name such vehicle is registered shall be held prima facie
responsible for such violation.
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ARTICLE 11— PROCEDURAL ISSUES AND RECORDKEEPING
11.1 Scheduled Re- Adoption and Application of Regulations
The application of Articles and Regulations as listed under Article 12 below, so far as
they are the same as those of existing regulations, shall be construed as a continuation
thereof and not as new enactments, and a reference in a statute or local bylaw which
has not been repealed to provisions of law which are revised and re- enacted herein
shall be construed as applying to such provisions as so incorporated in these Traffic
and Parking Regulations.
The application of all remaining Articles as listed under Article 12 shall be considered
new enactments and, as such, shall serve to repeal and replace their historical
counterparts as listed in the amended version of the Traffic Rules and Regulations,
originally adopted on March 28, 1995. Such repeal shall not, however, affect or prevent
the punishment or penalty imposed or any complaint or prosecution of any person
pending for any act upon or committed in violation of any rule and order hereby
repealed prior to the taking effect of these Traffic and Parking Regulations.
Should the Board of Selectmen vote to adopt the Articles contained herein, such
Articles shall become effective immediately and the Town Manager, Chief of Police, and
Town Engineer shall be granted the shared authority to initiate and complete any
administrative tasks required by Section 2 of Chapter 85 of the Massachusetts General
Laws in order for such Articles to be accepted and recognized by the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
11.2 No Revival of Prior Regulations
The repeal of an Article pursuant to the provisions of Article 11.4 below shall not revive
an Article or bylaw heretofore repealed or superseded.
11.3 Constitutionality of Regulations
If any Article, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of these Traffic and
Parking Regulations is for any reason determined to be unconstitutional, such a
determination shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of these Traffic and
Parking Regulations. The Board of Selectmen of the Town of Reading hereby declares
that it would have passed the Articles herein and each section, subsection, sentence,
clause or paragraph thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections,
subsections, sentence, clauses or phrases be determined unconstitutional.
11.4 Amendments and Changes to Regulations
The Traffic and Parking Regulations are a subset of bylaws adopted through a majority
vote by the Board of Selectmen pursuant to the combined provisions of Section 4.11 of
the Bylaws of the Town of Reading and Section 22 of Chapter 40 and Section 2 of
Chapter 85 of the Massachusetts General Laws. As such, the Board of Selectmen has
the sole authority to update these regulations at any time. Non - substantive changes to
the numbering and organization of the various Articles within these Regulations shall be
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numbering of amendments thereto and other consequent
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11.5 Maintenance of Records
In accordance with Article 3.2.3.1 of the General Bylaws of the Town of Reading, the
Town Clerk shall be responsible for keeping and maintaining records relative to votes
and other actions taken by the Board of Selectmen which affect these Traffic and
Parking Regulations. The Town Clerk shall also be responsible for keeping and
maintain records of relevant public hearings and relevant statutory changes which effect
the applicability of the provisions contained herein.
11.6 Publishing and Public Access to Regulations
The official copy of the Traffic and Parking Regulations contained herein shall be that
copy which is printed annually in its amended form by the Town Clerk. The amended
form of these regulations shall also be posted conspicuously on the Town of Reading's
official website or any successive media resource that serves to replace said website. It
shall be the duty of the Town Clerk to incorporate any amendments to these regulations
in their online form within a reasonable time after their effective date.
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ARTICLE 12— APPLICATIONS OF REGULATIONS
12.1 PUBLIC WAYS
A Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to A Street. The general regulations
which apply to all streets shall also apply to A Street.
Adams Way
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Adams Way.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Adams Way.
Alden Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Alden Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Alden Circle.
Annette Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Annette Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Annette Lane.
Anson Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Anson Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Anson Lane.
Applegate Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Applegate Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Applegate Lane.
Appleton Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Appleton Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Appleton Lane.
Arcadia Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Arcadia Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Arcadia Avenue.
Arlington Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Arlington Street shall be prohibited on the easterly
side between Prescott Street and Woburn Street.
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Pursuant to Article 5.4.4,
through Friday from 6:00
Street and Prescott Street.
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parking on Arlington Street shall be prohibited on Monday
a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on the westerly side between Woburn
Former Heavy and Commercial Vehicle Exclusion under Article 9.1 Repealed. July 30,
2013.
Arnold Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Arnold Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Arnold Avenue.
Arrow Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Arrow Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Arrow Circle.
Arthur B. Lord Drive
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Arthur B. Lord Drive shall be prohibited between the
signs at the entry points to the Birch Meadow School traffic circle.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Arthur B. Lord Drive at the intersection with Forest Street for northbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Arthur B. Lord Drive at the intersection with Birch Meadow Drive for
southbound drivers.
Ash Hill Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Ash Hill Road at the intersection with Walnut Street for southbound
drivers.
Ash Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Ash Street shall be prohibited on the westerly side
between Green Street and the northernmost intersection with Main Street, and on the
easterly side for a distance of eighty -eight feet from the northernmost intersection with
Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on the following areas of Ash Street shall be subject
to the Two Hour Downtown Business District Parking Restriction: the six angle parking
spaces on the easterly side from Haven Street to the rear driveway of 550 Main Street,
the angle parking on the easterly side from Washington Street southerly to Main Street
and all other designated parking spaces in the area between Green Street and
Washington Street.
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Pursuant to Article 5.12, angle parking shall be allowed in the six spaces designated by
official pavement markings and signage along the easterly side of Ash Street from
Haven Street southerly for approximately one hundred feet.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Ash Street at the intersection with Washington Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Ash Street at the intersection with Main Street for southeasterly and
northwesterly bound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Ash Street at the intersection with Green Street for southbound and
northbound bound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.17b, southeasterly bound drivers on Ash Street shall make a right
turn only onto Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.5, northbound vehicular traffic shall be restricted from entering
at any time the municipally -owned faux cobblestone parking lot located in front of 580
Main Street Ash Street by way of Ash Street. Vehicles shall enter said lot only by way of
Haven Street.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along the section of Ash Street between Haven
Street and Ash Street shall proceed one way only in a southerly direction.
Former Heavy and Commercial Vehicle Exclusion under Article 9.1 Repealed.
Ash Hill Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Ash Hill Road at the intersection with Walnut Street for southbound
drivers.
Ashley Place
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Ashley Place.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Ashley Place.
Atlantic Way
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Atlantic Way.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Atlantic Way.
Auburn Street
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Auburn Street at the intersection with Bancroft Avenue for westbound
drivers.
Audubon Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Audubon Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Audubon Road.
Aurele Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Aurele Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Aurele Circle.
Autumn Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Autumn Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Autumn Lane.
Avalon Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Avalon Road at the intersection with Louanis Drive for northbound
drivers.
Avon Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Avon Street at the intersection with Main Street for westbound drivers.
Azalea Circle
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Azalea Circle at the intersection with Salem Street for northbound drivers.
B Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to B Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to B Street.
Bainbridge Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Bainbridge Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Bainbridge Road.
Baker Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Baker Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Baker Road.
Baldwin Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Baldwin Lane.
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The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Baldwin Lane.
Balsam Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Balsam Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Balsam Road.
Bancroft Avenue
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on both sides of Bancroft Avenue between Woburn Street and Mount Vernon between
the hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Bancroft Avenue shall be prohibited on the west side
of the street between Hartshorn Street and Tower Road.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Bancroft Avenue shall be prohibited on the easterly
of the street between Woburn Street and Mount Vernon Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Bancroft Avenue at the intersections with Lowell Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Bancroft Avenue at the intersection with Woburn Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Bancroft Avenue at the intersection with Middlesex Avenue for both
northbound and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.5, northbound vehicular traffic shall be restricted from entering
at any time the section of Bancroft Avenue from Middlesex Avenue to Lowell Street.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along the section of Bancroft Avenue between
Lowell Street and Middlesex Avenue shall proceed one way only in the southerly
direction.
Former Heavy and Commercial Vehicle Exclusion under Article 9.1 Repealed. July 30,
2013.
Barbara Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Barbara Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Barbara Lane.
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Barrows Road
Pursuant to Article 6.
authorized on Barrow
southbound drivers.
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12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
Barrows Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for northbound and
Bartlett Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Bartlett Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Bartlett Circle.
Batchelder Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Batchelder Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Batchelder Road.
Bear Hill Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Bear Hill Road at the intersection with Summer Avenue for northbound
drivers.
Beaver Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Beaver Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Beaver Road.
Beech Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Beech Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Beech Street.
Belmont Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Belmont Street at the intersection with Salem Street for southbound
drives.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Belmont Street at the intersection with Orange Street for northbound and
southbound drives.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Belmont Street at the intersection with Charles Street for westbound
drivers.
Benjamin Lane
Currently Benjamin Lane had not been adopted as a public way within the Town of
Reading. No Articles have been applied specifically to Benjamin Lane.
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Benton Circle
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Benton Circle at the intersection with Lowell Street for westbound drivers.
Berkeley Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Berkeley Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Berkeley Street.
Beverly Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Beverly Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for southbound
drivers.
Birch Meadow Drive
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Birch Meadow Drive shall be prohibited on the north
side of the street for a length of forty feet on both sides of the center line to the
emergency access road located six hundred feet southwest of the most southerly corner
of the Birch Meadow Elementary School.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, eastbound traffic along Birch Meadow Drive shall be subject to
a speed limit of twenty miles per hour from John Carver Road for a distance of thirty -
eight hundredths of one mile; speed shall be limited to thirty miles per hour for a
distance of twenty -five hundredths of one mile ending at Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, westbound traffic along Birch Meadow Drive shall be subject to
a speed limit of thirty miles per hour for a distance of twenty -five hundredths of one mile
starting at Main Street; speed shall be limited to twenty miles per hour for a distance of
thirty -eight hundredths of one mile ending at the intersection of John Carver Road.
Pursuant to Article 6.24.1, the section of Birch Meadow Drive within the area of three
hundred feet in advance the easterly and westerly points where the projected nearest
line of the Coolidge Middle School intersects Birch Meadow Drive shall be a school
zone, subject to a maximum speed of twenty miles per hour when children are present.
Pursuant to Article 6.24.1, the section of Birch Meadow Drive within the area of three
hundred feet in advance the easterly and westerly points where the projected nearest
line of the Birch Meadow Elementary School intersects Birch Meadow Drive shall be a
school zone, subject to a maximum speed of twenty miles per hour when children are
present.
Blueberry Lane
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Blueberry Lane at both ends which intersect with Franklin Street for
northbound drivers.
Bolton Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Bolton Street at the intersection with Ash Street for westbound drivers.
Bond Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Bond Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for northbound drivers.
Border Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Border Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Border Road.
Boswell Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Boswell Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Boswell Road.
Boyce Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Boyce Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Boyce Street.
Bradford Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Bradford Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for northbound
drivers.
Brande Court & Brande Court Municipal Parking Lot
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, unless otherwise designated, parking within the Brande
Court Municipal Parking Lot shall be limited to a maximum of two hours between 8:30
a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, twelve clearly marked parking spaces along the northerly fence
line of Brande Court Municipal Parking lot shall be subject to the Downtown Business
District Employee Permit Parking Restrictions.
Pursuant to Article 5.9, it shall be unlawful for the driver of any vehicle other than one
acting in an emergency to park said vehicle within the Brande Court Municipal Parking
Lot between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., with the exception of the eight
resident parking spots on the northerly fence line. Said exception shall only apply to
those vehicles properly displaying a valid Reading Community Access Sticker. Such
vehicles shall be allowed to park in the eight parked spots along the fence line between
the hours from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. on Mondays through Fridays.
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Pursuant to Article 5.13, the Town Manager has designated the four southernmost
parking spaces along the Chute Street entrance to Brande Court as leased parking
spots. Said spots shall be appropriately marked for that purpose.
Brentwood Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Brentwood Drive at the intersection with Main Street for eastbound
drivers.
Breton Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Breton Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Breton Circle.
Brewer Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Brewer Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Brewer Lane.
Briarwood Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Briarwood Avenue at the intersection with Pearl Street for westbound
drivers.
Brook Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Brook Street at the intersection with Summer Avenue for southbound
drivers.
Browning Terrace
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Browning Terrace.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Browning Terrace.
Buckingham Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Buckingham Drive at the intersection with Summer Avenue for westbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Buckingham Drive at the intersection with Melbourne Avenue for
northbound drivers.
Buckskin Drive
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Buckskin Drive at the intersection with Franklin Street for northbound
drivers.
C Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to C Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to C Street.
California Road
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4C, parking along the southerly side of California Road shall
annually be prohibited between the hours from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30
p.m. to 3:30 p.m., during the portion of the week starting on Monday and ending on
Friday from the period starting on September 1St and ending on June 30tH
Canterbury Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Canterbury Drive at the intersection with Salem Street for southbound
drivers.
Cape Cod Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Cape Cod Avenue at the intersection with Lowell Street for northbound
drivers.
Carriage Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Carriage Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Carriage Lane.
Catherine Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Catherine Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Catherine Avenue.
Causeway Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Causeway Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for northbound
drivers.
Center Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Center Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Center Avenue.
Chapel Hill Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Chapel Hill Drive at the intersection with Franklin Street for northbound
drivers.
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Chapin Avenue
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, the southerly side of Chapin Avenue between number 15 and
Elliot Street shall be subject to the Downtown Business District Employee Permit
Parking Restrictions.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on Chapin Avenue along the entire
northerly side.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Chapin Avenue at the intersection with Elliot Street for eastbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Chapin Avenue at the intersection with Main Street for westbound drivers.
Charles Street
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4D, parking shall be prohibited on the northwest side of Charles
Street between Dana Road and Boswell Road between the hours from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30
a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4F, parking shall be prohibited on the northerly side of Charles
Street between Main Street and Pearl Street between the hours from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00
p.m. during the months of April, May, June, July and August.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Charles Street at the intersections with Main Street for westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Charles Street at the intersections with Haverhill Street for eastbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.17, no vehicle traveling westerly on Charles Street shall make a
left turn onto Main Street.
Pursuant to Articles 6.24.1, vehicular traffic along the section of Charles Street three
hundred feet in advance of the point where the projected northeasterly and
southeasterly lines of the J W Killam Elementary School building intersects the abutting
roadway shall proceed at no greater than twenty miles per hour when children are
present.
Chequessett Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Chequessett Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Chequessett Road.
Cherry Lane Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Cherry Lane Drive.
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The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Cherry Lane Drive.
Chestnut Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Chestnut Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Chestnut Road.
Chute Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on the westerly side of Chute Street between Mount Vernon Street and number 42
between the hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the easterly side of Chute Street
between Woburn Street and Mount Vernon Street; parking shall also be prohibited on
the westerly side of Chute Street between Haven Street and Woburn Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on Chute Street shall be subject to the Business
District Two Hour Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Chute Street at the intersection with Woburn Street for northbound and
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic on Chute Street shall only move in a northerly
direction between Haven Street and Woburn Street and vehicular traffic on Chute Street
shall only move in a southerly direction between Mount Vernon Street and Woburn
Street.
Clover Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Clover Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Clover Circle.
Colburn Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Colburn Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Colburn Road.
Collins Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Collins Avenue at the intersection with Franklin Street for southbound
drivers.
Colonial Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Colonial Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Colonial Drive.
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Condor Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Condor Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Condor Road.
Copeland Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Copeland Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Copeland Avenue.
Cottage Park
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Cottage Park.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Cottage Park.
Countryside Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Countryside Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Countryside Lane.
Covey Hill Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Covey Hill Road at the intersection with Franklin Street for northbound
drivers.
Criterion Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Criterion Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Criterion Street.
Crocus Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Crocus Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Crocus Lane.
Crosby Road
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on both sides of Crosby Road between the hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday
through Friday.
Cross Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Cross Street at the intersection with Ash Street for eastbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Cross Street at the intersection with Main Street for westbound drivers.
Cumberland Road
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Cumberland Road at the intersection with Melbourne Avenue for
southbound drivers.
Curtis Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Curtis Street at the intersection with George Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Curtis Street at the intersection with South Street for northbound and
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Curtis Street at the intersections with Walnut Street for northbound
drivers.
Dana Road
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the southerly side of Dana Road
twenty feet easterly from the intersection of Charles Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.413, parking shall be prohibited on the northerly side of Dana
Road between Charles Street and Small Lane from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Dana Road at the intersection with Charles Street for eastbound drivers.
Davis Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Davis Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Davis Lane.
Dean Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Dean Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Dean Road.
Deborah Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Deborah Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Deborah Drive.
Deering Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Deering Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for northbound
drivers.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Deering Street at the intersection with Middlesex Avenue for both
northbound and southbound drivers.
Duck Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Duck Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Duck Road.
Dudley Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Dudley Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Dudley Street.
Dustin Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Dustin Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for northbound drivers.
E Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to E Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to E Street.
Eastway
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Eastway.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Eastway.
Eaton Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the easterly side of Eaton Street
from the intersection of Pleasant Street to Smith Avenue.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Eaton Street at the intersection with Pleasant Street for northbound and
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Eaton Street at the intersection with Salem Street for northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.3, vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency Vehicles,
shall be restricted from entering Eaton Street from Salem Street from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00
a.m. Monday through Friday.
Echo Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Echo Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Echo Avenue.
Edgemont Avenue
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Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Edgemont Avenue shall be prohibited along the
south side between Stewart Road and West Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4A, parking is prohibited on the westerly side of Edgemont
Avenue from Stewart Street to the northerly driveway of the Barrows School from 7:00
a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.4 vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency Vehicles,
shall be restricted from entering westbound at West Street from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from the period starting on
August 25th through June 30th.
Edwin Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Edwin Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Edwin Street.
Elliot Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Elliot Street shall be prohibited along the easterly
side between Haven Street and Green Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Elliot Street at Green Street to northbound and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Elliot Street at Haven Street to northbound drivers.
Ellis Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Ellis Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Ellis Avenue.
Elm Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Elm Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Elm Street.
Emerald Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Emerald Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Emerald Drive
Enos Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Enos Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Enos Circle.
Estate Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Estate Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Estate Lane.
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Evergreen Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Evergreen Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Evergreen Road.
Fairchild Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Fairchild Drive at the intersection with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Fairmount Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Fairmount Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Fairmount Road.
Fairview Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Fairview Avenue at the intersection with Sunnyside Avenue for eastbound
and westbound drivers.
Family Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Family Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Family Circle.
Federal Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Federal Street at the intersection with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Field House Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Field House Road at Oakland Road for eastbound drivers.
Fielding Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Fielding Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for northbound
drivers.
Field Pond Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Field Pond Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Field Pond Drive.
Forest Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the southerly side for a distance of
one hundred feet proceeding westerly from the intersection with Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Forest Street at the intersection with Grove Street for westbound drivers.
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Pursuant to Articles 6.24.1, vehicular traffic along the section of Forest Street three
hundred (300) feet in advance of the westerly and easterly point where Arthur B Lord
Drive intersects Forest Street shall be subject to the special speed regulations of a
school zone. The speed of traffic within said zone shall be limited to a maximum speed
of twenty (20) miles per hour when children are present.
Forest Glen Road
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Forest Glen Road shall be prohibited along the
northerly side for a distance of fifty feet from Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Forest Glen Road at the intersection with Pearl Street for eastbound
drivers.
Foster Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Foster Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Foster Circle.
Fox Run Lane
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4C, parking shall be prohibited on the west side of Fox Run Lane
for its entire length from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday
through Friday from the period starting on September 1St and ending on June 30tH
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4J, parking shall be prohibited on the cul -de -sac during the hours
of 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Fox Run Lane at the intersection with Franklin Street for southbound
drivers.
Francis Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Francis Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Francis Drive.
Frank D. Tanner Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Frank D. Tanner Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Frank D. Tanner
Drive.
Franklin Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Franklin Street at the intersection with Grove Street for southwesterly
bound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Franklin Street at the intersection with Haverhill Street for eastbound
drivers.
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Pursuant to Article 6.24.1, traffic on Franklin Street within the area described as three
hundred feet east of Sunset Rock Lane to three hundred feet west of Sunset Lane shall
be subject to the special speed regulations of a school zone. The speed of traffic within
said are shall be limited to a maximum speed of twenty miles per hour when children
are present.
Fremont Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Freemont Street at Berkeley Street for eastbound and westbound drivers.
Fulton Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on the easterly side of Fulton Street between Washington Street and Lincoln Street from
6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Fulton Street shall be prohibited along the northwest
side between Washington Street and Lincoln Street.
Gardner Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gardner Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gardner Road.
Garrett Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Garrett Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Garett Road.
Gateway Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gateway Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gateway Circle.
Gavin Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gavin Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gavin Circle.
Gazebo Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gazebo Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gazebo Circle.
George Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on George Street at the intersection with Curtis Street to eastbound drivers.
Gilmore Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gilmore Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gilmore Avenue.
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Gleason Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gleason Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gleason Road
Glen Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Glen Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Glen Road.
Glenmere Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Glenmere Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Glenmere Circle.
Gould Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on the south side of Gould Street from 16 Gould Street to Ash Street and on the south
side the three spaces in front of 8 and 10 Gould Street from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, 16 spaces on the north side and south side of Gould Street
heading westward starting from the 16 Gould Street boundary line to Haven Street shall
be subject to the Downtown Business District Employee Parking restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Gould Street shall be prohibited on the northerly and
southerly sides between 8 Gould Street and Ash Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4, the two parking spaces in front of 9 and 11 Gould are reserved
for those residents and guests.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Gould Street at the intersection with Ash Street for eastbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 8, traffic along the entire length of Gould Street shall proceed one
way only in an easterly direction.
Governors Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Governors Drive at the intersection with Salem Street for southbound
drivers.
Grand Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Grand Street at the intersection with Middlesex Ave for northbound and
southbound drivers.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Grand Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for northbound drivers.
Granger Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Granger Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Granger Avenue.
Grant Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Grant Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Grant Street
Green Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on the northeasterly side between High Street and Ash Street from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30
a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, the southerly side of Green Street between Main Street and
Ash Street shall be subject to the Downtown Business District Employee Parking
restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Green Street shall be prohibited on the southerly side
between High Street and Ash Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Green Street at the intersection with Elliot Street for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Green Street at the intersection with John Street for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Green Street at the intersection with Main Street for westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Green Street at the intersection with Village Street for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along the section of Green Street between Main
Street and High Street shall only move in the westerly direction.
Greenwood Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Greenwood Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Greenwood Road
Grey Coach Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Grey Coach Road.
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The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Grey Coach Road.
Grove Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Grove Street shall be prohibited on the northeasterly
side from 293 Grove Street inclusive to opposite 378 Grove Street and thirty feet in
either direction from Strout Avenue along the northerly side.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Grove Street at the intersection with Franklin Street for southwesterly
bound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Grove Street at the intersection with Forest Street for northbound and
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, the entire length of Grove Street, spanning a distance of one
and fifty one hundredths miles, shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per hour.
Hampshire Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hampshire Road at the intersection with Main Street for westbound
drivers.
Hancock Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hancock Street at the intersection with Mineral Street for northbound and
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.4, vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency Vehicles
shall be restricted from entering Hancock Street from Glen Road from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30
a.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from the period starting on
August 25th to June 30th
Harnden Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Hamden Street shall be prohibited on both sides
between Union Street northerly toward Salem Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on Hamden Street between Union Street and
Pleasant St, on both sides, shall be subject to the Business District Two Hour Parking
Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hamden Street at the intersection with Salem Street for northbound
drivers.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hamden Street at the intersection with Union Street for northeasterly
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.5, vehicular traffic shall not enter Hamden Street at Union
Street at any time.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along the section of Hamden Street between Main
Street and Union Street shall proceed one way only in a northeasterly direction.
Harnden Yard Municipal Parking Lot
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking within the Hamden Yard Municipal Parking Lot shall
be subject to the Downtown Business District Two Hour Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.9, It shall be unlawful for the driver of any vehicle other than one
acting in an emergency to park said vehicle on any street or in any municipally owned
parking lot from 1:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Pursuant to Article 5.9, parking is lawful for those vehicles with a valid current year's
Community Access Sticker to be parked overnight in the Hamden Yard Municipal Lot
from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Monday through Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday.
Pursuant to Article 5.9, during a snow emergency declared by the Town Manager or his
designee, no parking will be permitted in the leasable spaces from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00
a.m.
Pursuant to Article 5.13, the Town Manager designate 13 parking spaces in the
Hamden Yard parking lot as "Leased Parking, Permit Required," and shall order those
spaces to be appropriately marked for that purpose. Eight (8) of these spaces shall
tandem spaces, and permits for these spaces shall only be sold in pairs with the two
spaces that are back to back being given permits only to the same person or
organization.
Harriman Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Harriman Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Harriman Avenue.
Harrison Street
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4F, parking shall be prohibited on the east side of Harrison Street
from Orange to Charles Street from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. during the months of April,
May, June, July and August.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Harrison Street at the intersection with Salem Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Harrison Street at the intersection with Charles Street for northbound
drivers.
Hartshorn Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Hartshorn Street shall be prohibited on the south side
between Hanscom Avenue and Bancroft Avenue.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hartshorn Street at the intersection with Bancroft Avenue for eastbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hartshorn Street at the intersection with John Carver Road for eastbound
and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hartshorn Street the intersection with Lowell Street for westbound drivers.
Harvard Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Harvard Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for southwest bound
drivers.
Haven Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, Haven Street on the east side of Main Street, on the southerly
side from number 249 Haven Street to Elliot Street shall be subject to the Downtown
Business District Employee Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the southerly side of Haven Street
from Main Street easterly for thirty feet.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the northerly side of Haven Street
from number 244 easterly to Parker Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the northerly side of Haven Street
from exit of the Upper Municipal parking lot westerly for 20 feet.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on Haven Street between 239 High Street and Main
Street shall be subject to the Downtown Business District Two Hour Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.12, angle parking on Haven Street shall be allowed on the
northerly side from High Street to Gould Street.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Haven Street at the intersection with High Street for westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along the section of Haven Street between Main
Street and Gould Street shall proceed one way only in a westerly direction.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along the section of Haven Street between Main
Street and Parker Street shall proceed one way only in an easterly direction.
Haverhill Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the easterly side of Haverhill
Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.413, parking shall be prohibited on the easterly side of Haverhill
Street from Symonds Way northbound to 357 Haverhill Street inclusive from 7:30 a.m.
to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, vehicles traffic along Haverhill Street shall be subject to the
following special speed regulations: The speed limit shall be forty miles per hour along
the section of Haverhill Street beginning at the State Highway proceeding northerly for a
distance of seventy -six hundredths of one mile. The speed limit along the proceeding
sixty -four hundredths of one mile of Haverhill Street north shall be thirty five miles per
hour. The speed limit for the proceeding forty-two hundredths of one mile of Haverhill
Street north shall be forty miles per hour. The speed limit along the proceeding fifty -two
hundredths of one mile of Haverhill Street north shall be thirty five miles per hour. These
special speed regulations shall end at the North Reading town line, totaling a distance
of two and thirty -four hundredths miles.
Haystack Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Haystack Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Haystack Road.
Heather Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Heather Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Heather Drive.
Hemlock Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Hemlock Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Hemlock Road
Henzie Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Henzie Street.
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The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Henzie Street.
Heritage Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Heritage Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Heritage Drive.
High Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on both sides of Crosby Road between the hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday
through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on the westerly side of High Street from the designated Leased parking spot H -1
heading southbound toward Woburn Street for a distance of 2 spots and again from
Leased parking spot H -41 heading northbound for a distance of 11 spots from 6:00 a.m.
to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on High Street shall be prohibited on the easterly side
between Woburn Street and Mt. Vernon Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on High Street shall be prohibited on the easterly side
after 59 High Street to Woburn Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on High Street shall be prohibited on the easterly side
between Vine Street to Middlesex Avenue.
Pursuant to Article 5.13, the Town Manager shall designate 41 parking spaces on the
west side of High Street between Woburn Street and Vine Street as "Leased Parking,
Permit Required," and shall order those spaces to be appropriately marked for that
purpose (H1 -H41).
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on High Street at Middlesex Avenue for northbound and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on High Street at the intersection with Washington Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on High Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for northwesterly drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, the entire length of High Street, spanning eighty nine
hundredths of one mile, shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per hour.
Highland Street
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop' sign is
authorized on Highland Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Highland Street at the intersection with Auburn Street for northbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Highland Street at the intersection with Bancroft Avenue for northbound
drivers.
Hillcrest Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hillcrest Road at the intersection with Oak Street for southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hillcrest Road at the intersection with Scotland Road for northbound and
southbound drivers.
Hillside Road
Repealed former Article 5.3 parking prohibition on the southerly side between Oakland
Road to Waverly Road under Article 5.3. July 30, 2013.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.5, vehicular traffic shall not enter Hillside Road at Waverly Road
at any time.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hillside Road at the intersection with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Hodson Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Hodson Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Hodson Lane.
Holly Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Holly Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Holly Road.
Hopkins Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Hopkins Street shall be prohibited on the northerly
side between Main Street ending at 2 Cedar Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Hopkins Street shall be prohibited on the southerly
side between the driveways for 113 and 119 Hopkins Street.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hopkins Street at the intersection with Summer Avenue for northbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Hopkins Street at the intersection with Main Street for both eastbound
and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.17, no vehicle traveling eastbound on Hopkins Street shall make a
left turn onto Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.17b, eastbound and westbound drivers on Hopkins Street shall
make a right turn only onto Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, Special Speed Regulations on Hopkins Street beginning at
Summer Avenue then southerly on Hopkins Street the speed shall be thirty miles per
hour. Beginning at Main Street then northerly on Hopkins Street the speed shall be thirty
miles per hour.
Howard Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Howard Street at the intersection with Hillcrest Road for both eastbound
and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Howard Street at the intersection with West Street for both eastbound
and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 9.1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1, shall be
restricted from Howard Road.
Hunt Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Hunt Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Hunt Street.
Ide Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Ide Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Ide Street.
Imagination Station
Pursuant to Article 5.4.2 parking at the Imagination Station parking lot off of Birch
Meadow Drive is restricted to one hundred twenty minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday through Friday.
Indian Tree Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Indian Tree Lane.
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The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Indian Tree Lane.
Indiana Avenue
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4C, parking shall be prohibited on the east side of Indiana
Avenue for its entire length from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday from the period starting on September 1St and ending on June
30th.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.2, with the exception of Emergency Vehicles and the residents
and guests of that section of Indiana Avenue north of California Road, vehicular traffic
shall be restricted from entering Indiana Avenue northerly from the intersection with
California Road.
Intervale Terrace
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Intervale Terrace at the intersection with John Carver Road for eastbound
drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Intervale Terrace at the intersection with Lowell Street for westbound
drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.24, eastbound and westbound traffic along Intervale Terrace shall
be subject to a speed limit of twenty (20) miles per hour, equaling a distance of twenty
six hundredths of one mile.
Irving Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Irving Street at the intersection with Pearl Street for eastbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Irving Street at the intersection with Main Street for westbound drivers.
Ivy Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Ivy lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Ivy Lane.
Jacob Way
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Jacob Way at the intersections with South Street for northbound.
James Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to James Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to James Road.
Jefferson Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Jefferson Circle.
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The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Jefferson Circle
Jere Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Jere Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Jere Road.
Jessica Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Jessica Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Jessica Circle.
Johanna Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Johanna Drive at the intersection with Salem Street for northbound
drivers.
John Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on John Street at the intersections with Green Street for northbound and
southbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on John Street at the intersections with Pleasant Street for northbound and
southbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on John Street at the intersection with Salem Street for both northbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on John Street at the intersection with Village Street and Walkers Brook
Drive for westbound drivers.
John Carver Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on John Carver Road at the intersection with Hartshorn Street for
northbound and southbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.24, northbound and southbound traffic along John Carver Road
between Intervale Terrace and Priscilla Road shall be subject to a speed limit of twenty
five miles per hour, equaling a distance of twenty six hundredths of one mile.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, northbound and southbound traffic along John Carver Road
between Intervale Terrace and Birch Meadow Drive shall be subject to a speed limit of
twenty miles per hour, equaling a distance of one tenth of one mile in either direction.
Johnston Circle
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Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Johnston Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Johnston Circle.
Joseph Way
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Joseph's Way.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Joseph's Way.
Juniper Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Juniper Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Juniper Circle.
Keith Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Keith Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Keith Road.
Kenneth Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Kenneth Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Kenneth Road.
Kensington Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Kensington Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Kensington
Avenue.
Kieran Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Kieran Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Kieran Road.
King Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stops sign is
authorized on King Street at the intersection with Summer Avenue for eastbound and
westbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stops sign is
authorized on King Street at the intersection with Prospect Street for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Kingston Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Kingston Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Kingston Street.
Knollwood Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Knollwood Road at the intersection with Main Street for northeasterly
drivers.
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Kurchian Lane
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Kurchian Lane at the intersection with Franklin Street for northbound
drivers.
Kylie Drive
Currently Kylie Drive had not been adopted as a public way within the Town of Reading.
No Articles have been applied specifically to Kylie Drive.
Landers Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Landers Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Landers Road.
Laneton Way
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Laneton Way.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Laneton Way.
Latham Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Latham Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Latham Lane.
Laural Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Laural Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Laura[ Lane.
Lawrence Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lawrence Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Lawrence Road.
Lee Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lee Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Lee Street.
Lewis Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Lewis Street at the intersection with West Street for eastbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 9.1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1, shall be
restricted from Lewis Street.
Libby Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Libby Avenue at the intersection with Salem Street for southbound
drivers.
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Lilah Lane
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Lilah Lane at the intersection with Sanborn Lane for southbound drivers
Lincoln Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on easterly side of Lincoln Street between Prescott Street and Washington Street
between the hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along the westerly side of Lincoln Street shall be
prohibited between Woburn Street and Prescott Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on the westerly side of Lincoln Street shall be prohibited
between Fulton Street and Washington Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Lincoln Street at the intersection with Washington Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Lincoln Street at the intersection with Woburn Street for northbound
drivers.
Linden Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on the westerly side of Linden Street between the hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Linden Street shall be prohibited on the westerly side
between #25 and Woburn Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Linden Street shall be prohibited on the westerly side
between Woburn Street and Mount Vernon Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Linden Street at the intersection with Woburn Street for northbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Linden Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for northbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 8.00, traffic along the entire length of Linden Street shall proceed
one way only in a northerly direction.
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Lindsay Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lindsay Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Lindsay Lane.
Line Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Line Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Line Road.
Linnea Lane
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Linnea Lane at the intersections with Pearl Street for westbound drivers.
Lisa Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lisa Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Lisa Lane.
Locust Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Locust Street at the intersection with Highland Avenue for both eastbound
and westbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Locust Street at the intersection with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Longfellow Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation
authorized on Longfellow Road at the
northbound and southbound drivers.
and maintenance of official stop signs is
intersection with Weston Road for both
Lothrop Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Lothrop Road at the intersection with County Road for eastbound drivers.
Louanis Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Louanis Drive at the intersection with West Street for westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Louanis Drive at the intersection with Avalon Road for northwesterly
drivers.
Lowell Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3 and 720 Code of Massachusetts Regulations 9.03(2), parking on
Lowell Street shall not be allowed except in the following areas: the marked spaces
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along the northerly side between the entrance of Laurel Hill Cemetery and Highland
Avenue, the marked spaces along the southerly side between Grand Street and
Deering Street, the three marked spaces along the northerly side across from 340
Lowell Street, and within the faux cobblestone lots along the westerly side between the
entrance to Town Hall and the intersection with Main Street; parking shall be prohibited
elsewhere along Lowell Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, the marked parking spaces on the northerly side of Lowell
Street between the entrance of Laurel Hill Cemetery and Highland Avenue shall be
subject to the Two Hour Business District Parking Restriction
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, the marked parking spaces on the westerly side of Lowell
Street between the entrance to Town Hall and Woburn Street shall be subject to the
Downtown Business District Employee Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1 B, the four southernmost marked parking spaces on the
easterly side of Lowell Street by Main Street shall be subject to the 30- Minute Business
District Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Lowell Street at the intersection with Woburn Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.17A, motorists travelling southeasterly bound along Lowell Street
must turn left if they enter the left lane approaching the intersection with Grove Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.17A, motorists travelling northwesterly bound along Lowell Street
must turn left if they enter the left lane approaching the intersections with Willow Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, the following special speed regulations shall apply to
westbound traffic along Lowell Street and Salem Street, which are part of the State
Highway known as Route 129. The speed limit shall be thirty -five miles per hour
westerly for fifty -two hundredths of one mile; the next twenty -seven hundredths of one
mile shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per hour; the next twenty -five
hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of twenty miles per hour; the
next seventy -nine hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty -five
miles per hour; the next twenty -seven hundredths of one mile shall be thirty miles per
hour; the final fifty -one hundredths of one mile shall be forty miles per hour ending at the
Wilmington Town line; the total distance being two sixty-one hundredeths miles.
Pursuant to Article 6.24 special speed regulations for Lowell Street and Salem Street,
which are part of the State Highway known as Route 129. Beginning at the Wilmington
Town line, thence easterly on Route 129 are as follows: forty miles per hour from the
Wilmington Town line for fifty -one hundredths of one mile; the next twenty-seven
hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per hour; the next
seventy-nine hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty -five miles
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per hour; the next twenty -five hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of
twenty miles per hour; the next twenty -seven hundredths of one mile shall be subject to
a speed limit of thirty miles per hour; the final fifty -two hundredths of one mile shall be
forty miles per hour ending at the beginning of State Highway; the total distance being
two sixty -one hundreths miles.
Pursuant to Article 8, traffic along the section of Lowell Street between the entrance to
Town Hall, along the faux cobblestone lots, up to its intersection with Main Street shall
proceed one way only in a southbound direction.
Lucy Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lucy Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Lucy Drive.
Lynn Village Way
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lynn Village Way.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Lynn Village Way.
Macintosh Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Macintosh Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Macintosh Road.
Main Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3 and 720 Code of Massachusetts Regulations 9.03(2), parking
along the easterly and westerly side of Main Street shall be prohibited between the
Stoneham Town Line and the North Reading Town Line except where otherwise
specified.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, the marked parking spaces on the easterly side of Main
Street Green Street and Pleasant Street shall be subject to the Two Hour Business
District Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, the marked parking spaces on the easterly side of Main
Street between 525 Main Street and Pleasant Street shall be subject to the Two Hour
Business District Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1 B, the marked parking spaces on the easterly side of Main
Street between 525 Main Street and Green Street shall be subject to the Downtown
Business District Thirty (30) Minute Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along both the easterly and westerly sides of Main
Street shall be prohibited between the North Reading Line and Pleasant Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.17, motorists traveling southbound along Main Street must turn
right if they enter the right lane approaching the intersection with Haven Street.
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Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic proceeding through the municipally -owned faux
cobblestone parking lot near 580 Main Street shall proceed only in the southerly
direction.
Manning Street
Pursuant to Article 6.25.3, traffic from Salem Street is prohibited from entering Manning
Street from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Manning Street at the intersection with Salem Street for northbound
drivers.
Maple Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Maple Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Maple Street.
Maple Ridge Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Maple Ridge Road at the intersection with Balsam Road for both
eastbound and westbound drivers
Margaret Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Margaret Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Margaret Road.
Mark Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Mark Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Mark Avenue.
Marla Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Marla Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Marla Lane.
Martin Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Martin Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Martin Road.
Meadowbrook Lane
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Meadowbrook Lane at the intersection with Franklin Street for
southbound drivers.
Melbourne Avenue
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Melbourne Avenue shall be prohibited on the
southeasterly side between Summer Avenue and Buckingham Drive.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Melbourne Avenue at the intersection with Sunnyside Avenue for
eastbound and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Melbourne Avenue at the intersection with Summer Avenue for
westbound drivers.
Melendy Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Melendy Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Melendy Drive.
Middle Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Middle Street shall be prohibited on the easterly side
in its entirety.
Middlesex Avenue
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4.E, parking along Middlesex Avenue shall be prohibited as a fire
lane from Cape Cod Avenue to the driveway of Daniel's Nursing home located at 59
Middlesex Avenue for a distance of fifty feet.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Middlesex Avenue at the intersection with High Street for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Middlesex Avenue at the intersection with Lowell Street for eastbound
drivers.
Milepost Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Milepost Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Milepost Road.
Mill Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized Mill Street at the intersection with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.17b, southeastbound drivers on Mill Street shall make a right turn
only onto Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, traffic along the entire length of Mill Street, measuring thirty
four hundredths of one mile from the town line to Route 28, shall be subject to a speed
limit of twenty -five (25) miles per hour.
Pursuant to Article 9.1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1, shall be
restricted from Mill Street.
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Milton Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Milton Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Milton Road.
Mineral Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop signs is
authorized on Mineral Street at the intersection with Hancock Street for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop signs is
authorized on Mineral Street at the intersections with Summer Avenue for eastbound
and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is also
authorized on Mineral Street at the intersection with Vine Street for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Minot Street
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4, parking along Minot Street shall be prohibited from 6:00 a.m.
to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday on both the easterly and westerly sides for the
entire length of the street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Minot Street at the intersection with Main Street for southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Minot Street at the intersection with Washington Street for northbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 9.1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1, shall be
restricted from Minot Street.
Morgan Park
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Morgan Park.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Morgan Park.
Mount Vernon Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Mount Vernon Street shall be prohibited on both the
northerly and southerly sides for a length of one hundred fifty feet from High Street.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Mount Vernon Street at the intersection with Bancroft Avenue for both
eastbound and westbound drivers.
Munroe Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Munroe Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Munroe Avenue.
New Crossing Road
Pursuant to Article 6.17A, motorists travelling northbound along New Crossing Road
must turn left if they enter the left lane approaching the intersection with Walkers Brook
Drive.
Nichols Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Nichols Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Nichols Road.
Norman Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Norman Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Norman Road.
North Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to North Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to North Street.
Oak Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Oak Street shall be prohibited on the northerly side
from Summer Avenue to Hillcrest Road.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4a, parking is prohibited on the southerly side of Oak Street from
Summer Avenue to the driveway of the Joshua Eaton Elementary School from 7:00
a.m. to 9:00 a.m. during the portion of the week starting Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Oak Street at the intersection with Summer Avenue for eastbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Oak Street at the intersection with West Street for westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.4 vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency Vehicles,
shall be restricted from entering Oak Street westbound from Summer Avenue from 7:30
a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from the
period starting on August 25th through June 30tH
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5.4.41, parking along the northerly side of Oakland Road between
Longfellow Road shall be prohibited on school days between the
and 11:00 a.m.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Oakland Road at the intersection with Birch Meadow Drive for northbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Oakland Road at the intersection with Longfellow Road for westbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, traffic along the entire length of Oakland Road, measuring
thirty-four hundredths of one mile, shall be subject to a speed limit of twenty miles per
hour when children are present.
Oak Ridge Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Oak Ridge Road at the intersection with Sylvan Road and Indian Tree
Lane for both northbound and southbound drivers.
Old Farm Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Old Farm Road at the intersection with Walnut Street for northbound
drivers.
Orange Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Orange Street at the intersection with Pearl Street for both eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Orchard Park Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Orchard Park Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Orchard Park
Drive.
Osborne Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Osborne Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Osborne Avenue.
Overlook Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Overlook Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Overlook Road.
Palmer Hill Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Palmer Hill Avenue.
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The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Palmer Hill Avenue.
Park Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Park Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Park Avenue.
Parker Street
Pursuant to Article 5.9, night time parking within the Senior Center Parking Lot off
Parker Street shall be restricted to those vehicles which possess a valid Reading
Community Access Sticker. Possession of said sticker shall allow such vehicle to park
within the Senior Center Parking lot from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Monday through Friday
and without limit on Saturdays and Sundays.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Parker Street shall be prohibited on the westerly side
from Pleasant Street in a southerly direction for a distance of one hundred twenty -eight
feet.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Parker Street at the intersection with Haven Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Parker Street at the intersection with Pleasant Street for northbound
drivers.
Parkman Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Parkman Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for southbound
drivers.
Parkview Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Parkview Road at the intersection with Auburn Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Parkview Road at the intersection with Oakland Road for northbound
drivers.
Parsons Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Parsons Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Parsons Lane.
Partridge Road
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Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Partridge Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Partridge Road.
Pasture Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Pasture Road at the intersection with Franklin Street for northbound
drivers.
Pearl Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Pearl Street shall be prohibited on the easterly side
in front of 75 Pearl Street for approximately 100 feet.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Pearl Street at the intersection with Charles Street for both northbound
and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Pearl Street one and seven tenths of one mile (1.7) at the intersection
with Main Street near Brentwood Drive for northbound and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Pearl Street at the intersection with Franklin Street for both northbound
and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized at the northerly terminus with Pearl Street at the intersection with Main Street
for westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Pearl Street at the intersection with Salem Street for southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.17, drivers cannot make a left turn onto Main Street from the
northerly terminus of Pearl Street by Mill Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, traffic along the entire length of Pearl Street, measuring two
and forty six hundredths miles from the Salem Street to its northern terminus at Main
Street, shall be subject to a speed limit of twenty -five miles per hour.
Pennsylvania Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Pennsylvania Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Pennsylvania
Avenue.
Perkins Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Perkins Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Perkins Avenue.
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Pierce Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Pierce Street with the intersection of Salem Street for southbound drivers.
Pilgrim Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Pilgrim Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for both northbound
and southbound drivers.
Pine Ridge Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Pine Ridge Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Pine Ridge Circle.
Pine Ridge Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Pine Ridge Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Pine Ridge Road.
Pinevale Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Pinevale Avenue at the intersection with Main Street for eastbound
drivers.
Pitman Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Pitman Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Pitman Drive.
Pleasant Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, parking along the southerly side of Pleasant Street from Main
Street to Parker Street shall be subject to the Downtown Business District Employee
Parking Restrictions.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along the northerly side of Pleasant Street shall be
prohibited from Main Street for a distance of two hundred seventy -six feet in the easterly
direction.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Pleasant Street shall be prohibited on the northerly
side between Eaton Street and Wilson Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1, the marked parking spot along the southerly side of Pleasant
Street by the front entrance to the Reading Senior Center shall be reserved for Senior
Vans between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Mondays through Friday.
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Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking along the following areas of Pleasant Street shall be
subject to the Downtown Business District Two Hour Parking Restriction: the northerly
side between Middle Street and Parker Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Pleasant Street at the intersection with Eaton Street for both eastbound
and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Pleasant Street at the intersection with John Street for both eastbound
and westbound drivers.
Plymouth Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Plymouth Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for northbound
drivers.
Pond Meadow Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Pond Meadow Drive at the intersection with New Crossing Street for
eastbound drivers.
Pratt Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Pratt Street at the intersection with Prescott Street for northbound and
southbound drivers.
Prescott Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on the westerly side of Washington Street between Number 5 and Fulton Street
between 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along the northwesterly side of Prescott Street shall be
prohibited between Lincoln Street and Washington Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Prescott Street shall be prohibited on both the
northwesterly and the southeasterly sides from a point one hundred forty feet east of
Summer Avenue to a point one hundred and thirty feet west of Summer Avenue.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Prescott Street at the intersection with West Street for westbound drivers.
Former Heavy and Commercial Vehicle Exclusion under Article 9.1 Repealed. July 30,
2013.
Priscilla Road
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Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Priscilla Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Priscilla Road.
Prospect Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Prospect Street at the intersection with Woburn Street for southbound
drivers.
Puritan Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Puritan Road at the intersection with John Carver Road for both
eastbound and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Puritan Road at the intersection with Winthrop Avenue for eastbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Puritan Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for southbound drivers.
Putnam Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Putnam Road at the intersection with Main Street for westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Putnam Road at the intersection with Pearl Street for eastbound drivers.
Rachel Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Rachel Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Rachel Road.
Range Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Range Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Range Road.
Reading Terrace
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Reading Terrace.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Reading Terrace.
Red Gate Lane
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Red Gate Lane at the intersection with Walnut Street for southbound
drivers.
Rice Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Rice Road.
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The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Rice Road.
Richards Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Richards Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Richards Road.
Ridge Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Ridge Road at the intersection with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Riverside Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Riverside Avenue at the intersection with Sunnyside Avenue for
westbound drivers.
Robin Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Robin Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Robin Road.
Rocky Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Rocky Road at the intersection with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Rustic Lane
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Rustic Lane at the intersection with Beaver Road for westbound drivers.
Salem Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3 and 720 Code of Massachusetts Regulations 9.03(2), parking
shall be prohibited along the northerly and southerly side of Salem Street from its
intersection with Main Street to the Wakefield town line except in the following area: the
four marked parking spots on the north side of Salem Street in front of the entrance to
Memorial Park.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking along the northerly side of Salem Street from its
intersection with Main Street to the entrance to the Laurel Hill Cemetery shall be subject
to the Downtown Business District Two Hour Parking Restriction
Pursuant to Article 6.24, the following special speed regulations shall apply to
westbound traffic along Lowell Street and Salem St, which are part of the State Highway
known as Route 129. Beginning at the State Highway the speed limit shall be thirty -five
miles per hour westerly for fifty -two hundredths of one mile; the next twenty -seven
hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per hour; the next
twenty-five hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of twenty miles per
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hour; the next seventy -nine hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of
thirty -five miles per hour; the next twenty -seven hundredths of one mile shall be thirty
miles per hour; the final fifty -one hundredths of one mile shall be forty miles per hour
ending at the Wilmington Town line; the total distance being 2.61 miles.
Pursuant to Article 6.24 special speed regulations for Lowell Street and Salem Street,
which are part of the State Highway known as Route 129 beginning at the Wilmington
Town line, thence easterly on Route 129 are as follows: forty miles per hour from the
Wilmington Town line for fifty -one hundredths of one mile; the next twenty -seven
hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per hour; the next
seventy -nine hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty -five miles
per hour; the next twenty -five hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of
twenty miles per hour; the next twenty -seven hundredths of one mile shall be subject to
a speed limit of thirty miles per hour; the final fifty -two hundredths of one mile shall be
forty miles per hour ending at the beginning of State Highway; the total distance being
2.61 miles.
Sanborn Street
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking along both the easterly and westerly sides of
Sanborn Street between Woburn Street and Haven Street shall be subject to the
Downtown Business District One Hundred Twenty Minute Parking.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Sanborn Street at the intersection with Woburn Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along Sanborn Street shall proceed only in the
southerly direction.
Sandra Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sandra Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sandra Lane.
School Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to School Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to School Street.
Scotland Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Scotland Road at the intersection with Summer Avenue for eastbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Scotland Road at the intersection with West Street for both eastbound
and westbound drivers.
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Scout Hill Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Scout Hill Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Scout Hill Lane.
Selfridge Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Selfridge Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Selfridge Road.
Shackford Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Shackford Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Shackford Road.
Shady Hill Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Shady Hill Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Shady Hill Lane.
Shelby Road
Vehicles shall be prohibited from entering Shelby Road from Arcadia Avenue from 7:30 a.m.
to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
Thursda�rs and Fridays for the period of the year beginning on September 1St and ending on
June 30t .
Sherwood Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sherwood Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sherwood Road.
Short Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Short Street at the intersection with Mill Street for westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Short Street at the intersection with Main Street for northeasterly drivers.
Sigsbee Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sigsbee Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sigsbee Avenue.
Smith Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Smith Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Smith Avenue.
South Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on South Street at the intersection with Curtis Street for both eastbound and
westbound drivers.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on South Street at the intersection with Walnut Street for northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, the following special speed regulations shall apply to
eastbound traffic along South Street: the speed limit shall be twenty five miles per hour
from its intersection with West Street for a distance of two tenths of one mile; the next
seventeen hundredths of one mile easterly shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty five
miles per hour; the next one and eight hundredths of one mile easterly shall be subject
to a speed limit of thirty miles per hour.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, the following special speed regulations shall apply to
westbound traffic along South Street: the speed limit shall be thirty miles per hour from
the Wakefield town line for a distance of one and eight hundredths of one mile westerly;
the next seventeen hundredths of one mile westerly shall be subject to a speed limit of
thirty five miles per hour; the next two tenths of one mile to its intersection with West
Street the speed limit shall be twenty five miles per hour
Spring Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Spring Street at the intersection with Orange Street for both northbound
and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Spring Street at the intersection with Salem Street for southbound drivers.
Springvale Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Springvale Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Springvale Road.
Spruce Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Spruce Road at the intersection with Marla Lane for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Stewart Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Stewart Road at the intersection with Shelby Road for westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.4 vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency Vehicles,
shall be restricted from entering Stewart Road from the northeasterly direction at Shelby
Road during the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday
through Friday from the period starting on August 25th through June 30th.
Stonewell Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Stonewell Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Stonewell Road.
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Strout Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Strout Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Strout Avenue.
Sturges Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sturges Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sturges Road.
Summer Avenue
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along Summer Avenue in the
following areas: the easterly side between Buckingham Drive and Melbourne Avenue;
the westerly side from the intersection with Oak Street to the first "cut out" parking spot
in front of the Joshua Eaton Elementary School; the westerly side from the last "cut out"
parking spot in front of the Joshua Eaton Elementary School to the school's emergency
access road; both the easterly and westerly side for a distance of one hundred eighty
feet in either direction of Prescott Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Summer Avenue at the intersection with Willow Street for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.24 special speed regulations for Summer Avenue, with the
exception of the school zone listed below, beginning at West Street, thence traveling
southerly on Summer Avenue are as follows: thirty -one one hundredths of one mile will
be subject to twenty five miles per hour; the next one mile and sixty -six one hundredths
of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per hour ending at Brook
Street; the total distance being one mile and ninety -seven one hundredths of one mile.
Pursuant to Article 6.24 special speed regulations for Summer Avenue, with the
exception of the school zone listed below, beginning at Brook Street, thence northerly
on Summer Avenue are as follows: one mile and sixty -six one hundredths of one mile
shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per hour; the next thirty -one one
hundredths of one mile will be subject to twenty five miles per hour ending at West
street; the total distance being one mile and ninety -seven one hundredths of one mile.
Pursuant to Articles 6.24.1, vehicular traffic along the section of Summer Street three
hundred feet in advance of the point where the projected easterly and westerly lines of
Joshua Eaton Elementary School building intersect the abutting roadway shall proceed
no greater than twenty miles per hour when children are present.
Pursuant to Articles 6.24.1, vehicular traffic along the section of Summer Avenue three
hundred feet in advance of the point where the projected northeasterly and
southeasterly lines of the Joshua Eaton Elementary School building intersects the
abutting roadway shall proceed at no greater than twenty miles per hour when children
are present.
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Former Heavy and Commercial Vehicle Exclusion under Article 9.1 Repealed. July 30,
2013.
Sunnyside Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Sunnyside Avenue at the intersection with Melbourne Avenue for
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Sunnyside Avenue at the intersection with Riverside Drive for northbound
drivers.
Sunset Rock Lane
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along Sunset Rock Lane shall be prohibited on the cul-
de -sac
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4J, parking shall be prohibited on the west side during the hours
of 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday and along the west side of the
street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Sunset Rock Lane at the intersection with Franklin Street for southbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.24.1, vehicular traffic along Sunset Rock Lane, the total length of
which is fifteen hundredths of one mile, shall proceed no greater than a speed of twenty
miles per hour when children are present.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic within the traffic circle at the northerly end . of
Sunset Rock Lane shall proceed only in the counterclockwise direction.
Susan Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Susan Drive at the intersection with Franklin Street for southbound
drivers.
Sweetser Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sweetser Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sweetser Avenue.
Sylvan Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sylvan Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sylvan Road.
Symonds Way
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Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along either side of Symonds Way shall be prohibited.
Tamarack Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Tamarack Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Tamarack Road.
Tanglewood Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Tanglewood Circle. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Tanglewood Circle.
Temple Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along Temple Street shall be prohibited along the north
side for a distance of twenty feet in either direction from the entrance to the W.S. Parker
Middle School driveway and for the entire southwesterly side from Summer Avenue to
Woburn Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.17, vehicular traffic exiting the W.S. Parker Middle School driveway
is prohibited from turning left onto Temple Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.4, vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency Vehicles
shall be restricted from entering Temple Street from Summer Avenue between the
hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
from the period starting on August 25th to June 30th
Tennyson Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Tennyson Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Tennyson Circle
Tennyson Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Tennyson Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Tennyson Road.
Terrace Park
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Terrace Park at the intersection with Franklin Street for northbound
drivers.
Thomas Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Thomas Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Thomas Drive.
Thorndike Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Thorndike Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Thorndike Street.
Timberneck Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Timberneck Drive.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Timberneck Drive.
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Torre Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along Torre Street shall be prohibited along the northerly
side from the Cumberland Farms entrance to Line Road.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Torre Street at the intersections with Salem Street for northbound drivers.
Tower Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Tower Road at the intersection with Hanscom Avenue for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Tower Road at the intersection with Winthrop Avenue for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Track Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Track Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Track Road.
Twin Oaks Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Twin Oaks Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Twin Oaks Road.
Union Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along the northerly side of Union Street is prohibited.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Union Street at the intersection with Hamden Street for westbound
drivers.
Vale Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Vale Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Vale Road.
Van Norden Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Van Norden Road at the intersection with Franklin Street for northbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Van Norden Road at the intersection with Forest Street for southbound
drivers.
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Varney Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Varney Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Varney Circle.
Verde Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Verde Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Verde Circle.
Victoria Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Victoria Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Victoria Avenue.
Village Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the easterly side of Village
Street between Haven Street and Green Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Village Street at the intersection with Green Street for northbound and
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Village Street at the intersection with Haven Street for northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Village Street at the intersection with Washington Street for eastbound
drivers.
Former Heavy and Commercial Vehicle Exclusion under Article 9.1 Repealed. July 30,
2013.
Vine Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the westerly side of Vine Street
between High Street and Middlesex Avenue.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4, parking on Vine Street shall be prohibited on Monday through
Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on the easterly side between High Street and
Middlesex Avenue.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Vine Street at the intersection with High Street for eastbound and
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Vine Street at the intersection with Middlesex Avenue for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
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Virginia Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Virginia Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Virginia Circle.
Virginia Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Virginia Road at the intersection with Pennsylvania Avenue for eastbound
and westbound drivers.
Vista Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Vista Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Vista Avenue.
Wadsworth Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Wadsworth Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Wadsworth Road.
Wakefield Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of a official stop signs is
authorized on Wakefield Street at the intersection with Charles Street for eastbound and
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of a official stop signs is
authorized on Wakefield Street at the intersection with Pearl Street for westbound
drivers.
Walkers Brook Drive
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along Walkers Brook Drive is prohibited.
Pursuant to Article 6.17A, motorists travelling westbound along Walkers Brook Drive
must turn left if they enter the left lane approaching the intersection with General Way.
Pursuant to Article 6.17C, motorists travelling westbound along Walkers Brook Drive
must turn right if they enter the right lane approaching the intersection with the first
entrance to the Crossing at Walkers Brook shopping mall.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, eastbound and westbound vehicular traffic along the entire
length of Walkers Brook Drive, a distance of thirty five hundredths of one mile, may not
travel faster than thirty five miles per hour.
Walnut Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Walnut Street at the intersection with Hopkins Street for eastbound
drivers.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Walnut Street at the intersections with Curtis Street, Red Gate Lane, and
Old Farm Road for both eastbound and westbound traffic.
Warren Avenue
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the southerly side of Warren
Avenue from Maple Street to the cul -de -sac.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4, parking on Warren Avenue Street shall be prohibited on
Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on both the northerly and southerly
sides.
Washington Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on the easterly side of Washington Street between Number 5 and Lincoln Street
between 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, except where otherwise
posted.
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on the westerly side of Washington Street between Number 5 and Fulton Street
between 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, except where otherwise
posted.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along Washington Street shall be prohibited in the
following areas: on the southerly side from Fulton south one hundred feet, along the
northerly side between Fulton Street and Lincoln Street, along both the northerly and
southerly sides between Main Street and High Street, along the northerly and southerly
sides in front of the ramped entrance to Washington Park, along the westerly side from
Woburn Street to the entrance to the Briarwood Condominiums, for a distance of fifty
feet on both the northerly and southerly sides from the intersection with Woburn Street,
for a distance of fifty feet on both the northerly and southerly sides from the intersection
with Prescott Street, both the northerly and southerly side from the intersection with
Main Street to the intersection with Village Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4, parking on Washington Street shall be prohibited on Monday
through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on the easterly and westerly sides between
Woburn Street and Prescott Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Washington Street at the intersection with Lincoln Street for eastbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Washington Street at the intersection with Prescott Street for southbound
drivers.
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Pursuant to Article 6.24, vehicular traffic shall proceed no greater than twenty five miles
per hour along the section of Washington Street between Woburn Street and Main
Street, which totals a distance of forty -seven hundredths of one mile.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, vehicular traffic shall proceed no greater than thirty miles per
hour along the section of Washington Street between Main Street and Village Street,
which totals a distance of thirty -three hundredths of one mile.
Waverly Road
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the easterly side of Waverly
Road from Hillside Road to the intersection of Oakland road.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Waverly Road at the intersection with Oakland Road for westbound
drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Waverly Road at the intersection with Hillside Road for both northbound
and southbound drivers.
Wells Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Wells Road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Wells Road.
Wenda Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on the westerly side of Wenda Street between 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through
Friday, except where otherwise posted.
Wentworth Road
Pursuant to Article 9.1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1, shall be
restricted from Wentworth Road.
Wescroft Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Wescroft Road at the intersection with West Street for eastbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 9.1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1, shall be
restricted from Westcroft Road.
West Hill Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to West Hill Circle.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to West Hill Circle.
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West Street
Pursuant to Article 6.24, vehicular traffic shall proceed no greater than thirty miles per
hour along the entire length of West Street, totaling a distance of one and sixty-nine
hundredths of one mile.
Pursuant to Articles 6.24, with the exception of the school zone listed below, vehicular
traffic shall proceed no greater than thirty miles per hour northerly and southerly along
the section of West Street between the end of the State Highway and the Wilmington
Town line, totaling a distance of one and sixty -nine hundredths of one mile.
Pursuant to Articles 6.24.1, vehicular traffic along the section of West Street three
hundred feet in advance of the point where the projected northeasterly and
southeasterly lines of Edgemont Avenue intersects the abutting roadway shall proceed
no greater than twenty miles per hour when children are present.
Pursuant to Article 9.1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1, shall be
restricted from West Street.
Weston Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Weston Road at the intersection with Bancroft Avenue for both eastbound
and westbound drivers.
Whitehall Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Whitehall Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Whitehall Lane.
Whittier Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Whittier road.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Whittier Road.
Willard Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Willard Road at the intersection with Main Street for westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Willard Road at the intersection with Pearl Street for eastbound drivers.
William Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on William Road at the intersection with Franklin Street for southbound
drivers.
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Willow Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the northwesterly side of
Willow Street from the driveway to the Austin Preparatory School for a distance of one
hundred feet in either direction.
Pursuant to Article 6.10.5 vehicles are prohibited from making a right turn when the
traffic signal is red at the intersection of Willow Street and Lowell Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Willow Street at the intersection with West Street for southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Articles 6.24, with the exception of the school zone listed below, vehicular
traffic shall proceed no greater than thirty miles per hour along the section of Willow
Street between Summer Avenue and Lowell Street, totaling a distance of one and fifty -
two hundredths of one mile.
Pursuant to Articles 6.24.1, vehicular traffic along the section of Willow Street three
hundred feet in advance of the point where the projected northeasterly and
southeasterly lines of the Austin Preparatory School building intersects the abutting
roadway shall proceed no greater than twenty miles per hour when children are present.
Wilson Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Wilson Street at the intersection with Salem Street for northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.3, traffic from Salem Street is prohibited from entering Wilson
Street between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Winslow Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Winslow Road at the intersection with West Street for eastbound drivers.
Winter Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Winter Street at the intersection with Salem Street for southbound drivers.
Winthrop Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on Winthrop Avenue at the intersection with Hartshorn Street for both
eastbound and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Winthrop Avenue at the intersection with Lowell Street for southbound
drivers.
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Woburn Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to park lawfully
on the southerly side from Number 166 in an easterly direction to Lincoln Street
between 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, except where otherwise
posted.
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, parking on Woburn Street southerly side from Sanborn Street
easterly to the driveway to the municipal parking lot shall be subject to the Downtown
Business District Employee Permit Parking Restrictions.
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, parking on Woburn Street From the entrance to the Municipal
Parking Lot eastwardly four designated spots shall be subject to the Downtown
Business District Employee Permit Parking Restrictions.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the southerly side of Woburn
Street between High Street and number 90 Woburn Street inclusive.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the northerly side of Woburn
Street between High Street and West Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the northerly side of Woburn
Street between High Street and West Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on Woburn Street on the northerly side from Sanborn
Street west to 107 Woburn Street shall be subject to the Downtown Business District
Two Hour Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on Woburn Street on the on the southerly side from
Sanborn Street west to 84 Woburn Street shall be subject to the Downtown Business
District Two Hour Parking Restriction
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Woburn Street at the intersection with West Street for westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.17, motorists travelling eastbound along Woburn Street must turn
right if they enter the right lane approaching the intersection with Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.5, vehicular traffic shall be restricted from entering the
municipally -owned faux cobblestone parking lot located in front of 16 Lowell Street from
Woburn Street. Vehicles shall enter said lot only by way of Lowell Street.
Wood End Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Wood End Lane.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Wood End Lane.
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Woodbine Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Woodbine Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Woodbine Street.
Woodward Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Woodward Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Woodward Avenue.
12.2 PRIVATE WAYS & PARTIAL PRIVATE WAYS
Arbor Way (Private Way)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Arbor Way.
Archstone Circle (Private Driveway)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Archstone Circle.
Back Bay Court (Private Way)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Back Bay Court.
Bay State Road (Partial Private Way)
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Bay State Road at the intersection with Salem Street for southbound
drivers.
That section of Bay State Road starting at 65 Bay State Road and proceeding northerly
to the dead end is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Bay State Road.
Beacon Street (Partial Private Way)
That section of Beacon Street starting at Auburn Street and ending at Chestnut Road is
a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Beacon Street.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Beacon Street.
12.45 Bethesda Lane (Private Way)
Bethesda Lane is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and
maintenance of an official stop sign is authorized on Bethesda Lane at the intersection
with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Birch Road (Private Way)
Birch Road is a private way. Currently, no regulations have been applied to Birch Road.
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Bunker Avenue (Private Way)
Bunker Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Bunker Avenue.
Carnation Circle (Private Driveway)
Carnation Circle is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Carnation Circle.
Cedar Street (Partial Private Way)
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Cedar Street at the intersection with Hopkins Street for westbound
drivers.
That section of Cedar Street starting at Bear Hill Road and proceeding easterly to the
dead end is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to the
private section of Cedar Street.
Cold Spring Road (Private Way)
Cold Spring Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically
to Cold Spring Road.
Coolidge Road (Partial Private Way)
That section of Coolidge Road starting just beyond Springvale Road and proceeding
northerly to the dead end is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Coolidge Road.
Cory Lane (Private Way)
Cory Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Cory
Lane.
County Road (Partial Private Way)
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs is
authorized on County Road at the intersections with Lothrop Road and Wescroft Road
for northbound and southbound traffic.
Pursuant to Article 9.1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1, shall be
restricted from County Road.
That part of County Road between 76 West Street northerly to the intersection of Lewis
Street is a private wayCurrently no Articles have been applied specifically to County
Road.
Courtyard Place (Private Driveway)
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Courtyard Place is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Courtyard Place.
D Street (Partial Private Way)
That section of D Street starting at Libby Avenue and proceeding southwesterly to the
dead end is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to D
Street.
Deer Path Road (Private Driveway)
Deer Path Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been specifically applied to
Deer Path Road.
Dividence Road (Private Way)
Dividence Road is a private way.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4C, parking along both the northerly and southerly sides of
Dividence Road from Zachary Lane westerly to the end of Dividence Road shall be
prohibited between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between 2:30 p.m. and
3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays for that portion
of the year beginning on September 1St and ending on June 30tH
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Dividence Road at the intersection with Franklin Street.
Dunbar Road (Private Way)
Dunbar Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been specifically applied to
Dunbar Road.
Elderberry Lane (Private Way)
Elderberry Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been specifically applied to
Elderberry Lane.
Emerson Street (Private Way)
Emerson Street is a private way.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4C, parking along the easterly side of Emerson Street shall be
prohibited between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between 2:30 p.m. and
3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays for that portion
of the year beginning on September 1St and ending on June 30tH
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Emerson Street at Franklin Street to southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.4 vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency Vehicles,
shall be restricted from entering northbound at Franklin Street from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30
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a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from the period starting on
August 25th through June 30tH
Essex Street (Private Way)
Essex Street is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Essex Street.
F Street (Private Way)
F Street is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to F
Street.
Franklin Terrace (Private Way)
Franklin Terrace is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Franklin Terrace.
General Way (Private Driveway)
General Way is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.17, vehicular traffic exiting the
General Way driveway are prohibited from turning left onto Walkers Brook Drive.
Glidden Way (Private Driveway)
Glidden Way is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Glidden Way.
Goodall- Sanford Way (Private Way)
Goodall- Sanford Road is a private way.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Goodall- Sanford Way at the intersection with Ash Street for northwesterly
bound drivers.
Grandview Road (Private Way)
Grandview Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Grandview Road.
Green Meadow Drive (Private Driveway)
Geen Meadow Drive is a private way.
specifically to Green Meadow Drive.
Currently no Articles have been applied
Gregory Lane (Private Way)
Gregory Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Gregory Lane.
Greystone Way (Private Driveway)
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Greystone Way is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and
maintenance of an official stop sign is authorized on Greystone Way at the intersection
with George Street for northbound drivers.
Hanscom Avenue (Partial Private Way)
That section of Hanscom Avenue starting at Hartshorn Street and proceeding
northeasterly to the dead end is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to the private section of Hanscom Avenue.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hanscom Avenue at the intersection with Hartshorn Street for northbound
and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Hanscom Avenue at the intersection with Lowell Street for southbound
drivers.
Harold Avenue (Private Way)
Harold Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Harold Avenue.
Harvest Road (Partial Private Way)
That section of Harvest Road starting at Track Road and proceeding southeasterly and
ending at Line Road is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Harvest Road.
Hurlburt Road (Private Way)
Hulburt Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Hulburt Road.
Jadem Terrace (Private Way)
Jadem Terrace is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Jadem Terrace.
John Street Court (Private Way)
John Street Court is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically
to John Street Court.
Johnson Woods Circle (Private Driveway)
Johnson Woods Circle a private way. Pursuant to the provisions of Paragraph 27D on
Page 43 of the Amended Master Deed of the Johnson Woods Condominium Trust, the
Reading Police Department possess the authority to enforce private parking regulations
adopted by the Trustees of the Johnson Woods Condominium Trust.
Kelch Road (Private Way)
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Kelch Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Kelch Road.
Lafayette Road (Private Way)
Lafayette Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Kelch Road.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Lafayette Road at the intersection with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Lakeview Avenue (Private Way)
Lakeview Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically
to Kelch Road.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Lakeview Avenue at the intersection with Village Street for southbound
drivers on the public section of the way.
Larch Lane (Partial Private Way)
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Larch Lane at the intersection with Franklin Street for northbound drivers.
That section of Larch Lane starting at 15 Larch Lane and proceeding southeasterly and
ending at Spruce Road is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to said private section of Larch Lane.
Leaning Elm Drive (Private Driveway) .
Leaning Elm Drive is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically
to Leaning Elm Drive.
Linda Avenue (Private Way)
Linda Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Linda Avenue.
Longview Road (Partially Private Way)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Longview Road. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Longview Road.
That section of Longview Road starting at Palmer Hill Avenue and proceeding southerly
and ending at King Street is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to said private section of Longview Road.
Longwood Road (Partial Private Way)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Longwood Road. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Longwood Road.
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That section of Longwood Road starting at 57 Longwood Road and proceeding
southeasterly is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
said private section of Longwood Road.
Michelini Lane( Private Way)
Michelini Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Michelini Lane.
Nelson Avenue (Private Way)
Nelson Avenue is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and
maintenance of an official stop sign is authorized on Nelson Avenue at the intersection
with Main Street for westbound drivers.
Nugent Lane (Private Way)
Nugent Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Nugent Lane.
Old Mill Lane (Private Driveway)
Old Mill Lane is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance
of an official stop sign is authorized on Old Mill Lane at the intersection with Mill Street
for northeasterly drivers.
Ordway Terrace (Private Way)
Ordway Terrace is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Ordway Terrace.
Percy Avenue (Private Way)
Percy Avenue is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and
maintenance of an official stop sign is authorized on Percy Avenue at the intersection
with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Pine Avenue ( Private Way)
Pine Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Pine Avenue.
Pondview Lane (Private Way)
Pondview Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Pondview Lane.
Randall Road (Private Driveway)
Randall Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Randall Road.
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River Road (Private Way)
River Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
River Road.
Robert Road (Private Way)
Robert Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Robert Road.
Roma Lane (Private Way)
Roma Lane is a private way.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited within the cul -de -sac located at the
southerly end of Roma Lane near the emergency access gate to the Wood End
Elementary School.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4J, parking along the westerly side of Roma Lane shall be
prohibited between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Sailor Tom's Way (Private Way)
Sailor Tom's Way is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically
to Sailor Tom's Way.
Sanborn Lane (Partial Private Way)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sanborn Lane. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sanborn Lane with the
exception of the private section.
That section of Sanborn Lane starting at Lilah Lane and proceeding westerly and
ending at Roma Lane is a true Private Way where the public has no right of access as
indicated through posted signage and past actions taken by owners of the properties
located within said area. As such, the Town has no authority to impose local regulations
on said private section of Sanborn Lane with the exception of regulations that address
access onto any adjoining public ways. Currently, no such regulation have been
applied.
12.372 Small Lane (Private Way)
Small Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Small Lane.
12.378 Star Road (Private Way)
Star Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Star
Road.
12.381 Strawberry Hill Lane (Private Way)
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Strawberry Hill Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Strawberry Hill Lane.
12.385 Summit Drive (Private Driveway)
Summit Drive is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Summit Drive.
12.386 Sumner Cheney Place (Private Driveway)
Sumner Cheney Place is a private way.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Sumner Cheney Place at the intersection with Main Street for westbound
drivers.
Swan Road (Private Way)
Swan Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Swan Road.
Tarpin Terrace (Private Way)
Tarpin Terrace is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Tarpin Terrace.
Taylor Lane (Private Driveway)
Taylor Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Taylor Lane.
Timothy Place (Private Way)
Timothy Place is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Timothy Place.
Trevor Court (Private Driveway)
Trevor Court is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Trevor Court.
Wales Avenue (Private Way)
Wales Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Wales Avenue.
White Oaks Lane (Private Driveway)
White Oaks Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically
to White Oaks Lane.
Woodland Street (Partial Private Way)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Woodland Street. Street.
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That section of Woodland Street starting at 34 Woodland Street and proceeding
southwesterly to the dead end is a Private Way. As such, the Town has no authority to
impose local regulations on said private section of Woodland Street with the exception
of regulations that address access onto any adjoining public ways. Currently no Articles
have been applied specifically to said private section of Woodland Street.
12.452 Zachary Lane (Private Way)
Zachary Lane is a private way.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop sign is
authorized on Zachary Lane at the intersection with Dividence Road for southbound
drivers.
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APPENDIX 1- LOCATIONS OF ISOLATED STOP SIGNS
Applications of Article 6.12
1. Arthur B. Lord Drive at Birch Meadow Drive
2. Arthur B. Lord Drive at Forest Street
3. Ash Hill Road at Walnut Street
4. Ash Street at Main Street
5. Ash Street at Green Street
6. Ash Street at Washington Street
7. Auburn Street at Bancroft Avenue
8. Avalon Road at Louanis Drive
9. Azalea Circle at Salem Street
10. Bancroft Avenue at Lowell Street
11. Bancroft Avenue at Middlesex
12. Bancroft Avenue at Woburn Street
13. Bay State Road at Salem Street
14. Belmont Street at Charles Street
15. Belmont Street at Orange Street
16. Belmont Street at Salem Street
17. Blueberry Lane at Franklin Street, both ends
18. Brook Street at Summer Avenue
19. Buckingham Drive at Melbourne Avenue
20. Buckskin Drive at Franklin Street
21. Cape Cod Avenue at Lowell Street
22. Cedar Street at Hopkins Street
23. Chapel Hill Drive at Franklin Street
24. Chapin Avenue at Elliott Street
25. Chapin Avenue at Main Street
26. Charles Street at Haverhill Street
27. Charles Street at Main Street
28. Chute Street at Mt. Vernon Street
29. Chute Street at Woburn Street
30. Collins Avenue at Franklin Street
31. County Road at Lothrop Road
32. County Road at Westcroft Road
33. Covey Hill Road at Franklin Street
34. Cumberland Road at Melbourne Avenue
35. Curtis Street at George Street
36. Curtis Street at South Street
37. Curtis Street at Walnut Street
38. Deering Street at Lowell Street
39. Deering Street at Middlesex Avenue
40. Dividence Road at Franklin Street
41. Eaton Street at Pleasant Street
42. Elliott Street at Green Street
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(cont.) APPENDIX 1- LOCATIONS OF ISOLATED STOP SIGNS
Applications of Article 6.12
43. Elliott Street at Haven Street
44. Emerson Street at Franklin Street
45. Field House Road at Oakland Road
46. Forest Street at Grove Street
47. Forest Glen Road at Pearl Street
48. Fox Run Lane at Franklin Street
49. Franklin Street at Grove Street
50. Franklin Street at Haverhill Street
51. Fremont Street at Berkeley Street
52. Goodall- Sanford Road at Ash Street
53. Gould Street at Ash Street
54. Grand Street at Middlesex Avenue
55. Green Street at Eliot Street
56. Green Street at John Street
57. Green Street at Main Street
58. Green Street at Village Street
59. Grove Street at Franklin Street
60. Grove Street at Forest Street
61. Hancock Street at Mineral Street
62. Hanscom Avenue at Hartshorn Street
63. Hanscom Avenue at Lowell Street
64. Hamden Street at Salem Street
65. Hamden Street at Union Street
66. Harrison Street at Salem Street
67. Harrison Street at Charles Street
68. Hartshorn Street at Bancroft Avenue
69. Hartshorn Street at John Carver Road
70. Haven Street at High Street
71. Haven Street at Main Street
72. High Street at Lowell Street
73. High Street at Middlesex Avenue
74. High Street at Washington Street
75. Highland Street at Bancroft Avenue
76. Highland Street at Lowell Street
77. Hillcrest Road at Oak Street
78. Hillcrest Road at Scotland Road
79. Hopkins Street at Summer Avenue
80. Intervale Terrace at John Carver Road
81. Irving Street at Pearl Street
82. John Carver Road at Hartshorn Street
83. John Street at Green Street
84. John Street at Pleasant Street
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(cont.) APPENDIX 1- LOCATIONS OF ISOLATED STOP SIGNS
Applications of Article 6.12
85. John Street at Village Street
86. John Street at Washington Street
87. King Street at Summer Avenue
88. Kurchian Lane at Franklin Street
89. Lakeview Avenue at Village Street
90. Larch Lane at Franklin Street
91. Lewis Street at West Street
92. Lilah Lane at Sanborn Lane
93. Lincoln Street at Washington Street
94. Lincoln Street at Woburn Street
95. Linden Street at Woburn Street
96. Linnea Lane at Pearl Street
97. Locust Street at Highland Street
98. Longfellow Road at Weston Road
99. Louanis Drive at Avalon Road
100. Lowell Street at Woburn Street
101. All streets stopped at Route 129:
Circle, Bond Street, Bradford Road,
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Road, Fielding Road, Grand Street,
Harvard Street, High Street, Highland
Parkman Road, Pilgrim Road, Plym
Winthrop Avenue
Main Street at all intersecting streets
Maple Ridge Road at Balsam Road
Meadowbrook Lane at Franklin Street
Melbourne Avenue at Sunnyside Avenue
Middlesex Avenue at High Street
Mineral Street at Hancock Street
Mineral Street at Summer Avenue
Mineral Street at Vine Street
Minot Street at Washington Street
Mt. Vernon Street at Bancroft Avenue
Oak Ridge Road at Sylvan Road
Oakland Road at Birch Meadow Drive
Oakland Road at Longfellow Road
Old Mill Lane at Mill Street
Orange Street at Pearl Street
Parker Street at Haven Street
Parkview Road at Auburn Street
Parkview Road at Oakland Road
Pasture Road at Franklin Street
Pearl Street at Charles Street
Pearl Street at Franklin Street
Bancroft Avenue, Barrows Road, Benton
Cape Cod Avenue, Deering Street, Dustin
Hanscom Avenue, Hartshorn Street,
Street, Linden Street, Middlesex Avenue,
outh Road, Puritan Road, Sanborn Street,
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(cont.) APPENDIX 1- LOCATIONS OF ISOLATED STOP SIGNS
Applications of Article 6.12
123. Pleasant Street at Eaton Street
124. Pleasant Street at John Street
125. Pleasant Street at Main Street
126. Pratt Street at Prescott Street
127. Prescott Street at West Street
128. Prospect Street at Woburn Street
129. Puritan Road at Lowell Street
130. Puritan Road at John Carver Road
131. Puritan Road at Winthrop Avenue
132. Riverside Avenue at Sunnyside Avenue
133. Salem Street - All streets stopped at Route 129:
Azalea Circle, Bay State Road, Belmont Street, Canterbury Drive, Eaton Street,
Governors Drive, Harrison Street, Johanna Drive, John Street, Libby Avenue,
Manning Street, Pearl Street, Pierce Street, Registry of Motor Vehicles
(westerly and easterly drives), Spring Street, Torre Street, Connector
southbound from Route 129, (Salem Street) at Torre Street, Wilson Street,
Winter Street.
134. Sanborn Street at Woburn Street
135. Scotland Road at West Street
136. Short Street at Mill Street
137. South Street at Curtis Street
138. South Street at Walnut Street
139. Spring Street at Orange Street
140. Spruce Road at Covey Hill Road
141. Spruce Road at Marla Lane
142. Stewart Road at Shelby Road
143. Summer Avenue at Woburn Street
144. Summer Avenue at Willow Street
145. Sunnyside Avenue at Melbourne Avenue
146. Sunnyside Avenue at Riverside Drive
147. Sunset Rock Lane at Franklin Street
148. Susan Drive at Franklin Street
149. Terrace Park at Franklin Street
150. Tower Road at Hanscom Avenue
151. Tower Road at Winthrop Avenue
152. Union Street at Hamden Street
153. Van Norden Road at Franklin Street
154. Vine Street at High Street
155. Village Street at Green Street
156. Village Street at Haven Street
157. Vine Street at Mineral Street
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(coot.) APPENDIX 1— LOCATIONS OF ISOLATED STOP SIGNS
Applications of Article 6.12
159. Virginia Road at Pennsylvania Avenue
160. Wakefield Street at Charles Street
161. Walnut Street at Curtis Street/Ash Hill Road
162. Walnut Street at Hopkins Street
163. Walnut Street at Old Farm Road
164, Walnut Street at Red Gate Lane
165: Washington Street at Lincoln Street
166. Washington Street at Prescott Street
167. Waverly Road at Hillside Road
168. Waverly Road at Oakland Road
169. Wescroft Road at West Street
170. Weston Road at Bancroft Avenue
171. William Road at Franklin Street
172. Willow Street at West Street
173. Winthrop Avenue at Hartshorn Street
174. Winthrop Avenue at Lowell Street
175. Woburn Street at Main Street
176. Woburn Street at West Street
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APPENDIX 2 —List of One Way Streets
Applications of Article 8.1
1. Ash Street, from Haven Street to Green Street
2. Bancroft Avenue, from Middlesex Avenue to Lowell Street.
3. Chute Street, from Haven Street to Woburn Street
4. Chute Street, from Mount Vernon Street to Woburn Street
5. Gould Street
6. Green Street, between Main Street and Ash Street
7. Hamden Street, from Main Street to Union Street
8. Haven Street , from Main Street to Gould Street
9. Haven Street, from Main Street to Parker Street
10. Linden Street
11. Lowell Street, along faux cobblestone section only
12. Main Street Parking Lot, faux cobblestone section only
13. Sanborn Street
14. Sunset Rock Lane, traffic circle only
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APPENDIX 3 —List of Do Not Enter Restrictions
Applications of Articles 6.25.1 through 6.25.4
1.
Edgemont Avenue
2.
Emerson Road
3.
Oak Street
4.
Stewart Road
5.
Dividence Road
6.
Indiana Avenue
7. Eaton Street
8. Manning Street
9. Wilson Street
10. Hancock Street at Glen Road.
11. Temple Street at Summer Avenue.
12. Ash Street at Gould Street
13. Ash Street at Main Street Parking Lot.
14. Main Street at Lowell Street Parking Lot.
15. Woburn Street at Lowell Street.
16. Union Street at Hamden Street.
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APPENDIX 4 —Heavy Commercial Vehicle Exclusions
Applications of Article 9
1. Bancroft Avenue from Woburn Street to Lowell Street
2. County Road
3. Howard Street
4. Lewis Street
5. Mill Street
6. Minot Street
7. Wentworth Road
8. Wescroft Road
9. West Street
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APPENDIX 5 —List of Special Speed Regulations
Applications of Articles 6.24 and 6.24.1
School Zone Speed Regulations, 20 MPH
1. Arthur B. Lord Drive, by the Birch Meadow Elementary School
2. Charles Street, by the Killam School
3. Forest Street, by Arthur B. Lord Drive
4. Franklin Street, by Sunset Rock Lane
5. Haverhill Street, by the Killam School
6. Oak Street, by the Joshua Easton Elementary School
7. Oakland Road, entire length
8. Summer Avenue, by the Joshua Eaton Elementary School
9. Sunset Rock Lane, entire length
10. West Street, by Edgemont Avenue and Arcadia Avenue
11. Willow Street, by the Austin Preparatory School
Special Speed Regulations, Various State- Approved Speed Limit Exceptions
1. Grove Street -30 MPH
2. Haverhill Street -35MPH & 40MPH, see listing under Article 12
3. High Street -30 MPH
4. Hopkins Street -30 MPH
5. Intervale Terrace -25 MPH
6. John Carver Road -20 & 25 MPH, see listing under Article 12
7. Mill Street -25 MPH
8. "Old" Sanborn Lane -15 MPH
9. Pearl Street -25 MPH
10. Lowell Street/ Route 129 -20, 30, 35, & 40 MPH, see listing under Article 12
11. Salem Street/ Route 129 -20, 30, 35, & 40 MPH, see listing under Article 12
12. Summer Avenue -25 & 30 MPH, see listing under Article 12
13. Walkers Brook Drive -35 MPH
14. Washington Street -25 & 30 MPH
15. West Street -30 MPH
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