Winter Parking Regulations

A winter parking ban is in effect in the Town of Brattleboro during the winter months, typically between November 15 through April 15. This ban is in effect even if there is no snow on Town streets. 

Per Ordinance Sec. 16-93 Overnight Parking:

•  Parking is prohibited on all public streets in Brattleboro between 12:01 a.m. and 7 a.m.

•  Vehicles found in violation may be ticketed and towed at the owner’s expense.

•  The Transportation Center and other designated municipal lots remain available for overnight parking unless otherwise posted.
 

Per Ordinance Sec. 16-94 Parking That Interferes with Snow Removal: 

It shall be unlawful for a vehicle to park in a way that blocks or hinders snow plowing or snow removal operations. Any vehicle that interferes with the Department of Public Works’ ability to clear the streets is subject to citation and removal.
 

Additionally, per Ordinance Sec. 16-96 Parking After Snowfall: 

After a snowfall that requires clean up, residents may park in the covered area of the Transportation Center. Overflow parking is allowed in the Preston Lot, but vehicles there must be moved by 8 a.m.

When AMBER lights are flashing, all uncovered municipal lots are closed for snow removal from 12:01 a.m. to 7 a.m., and vehicles left there will be ticketed and towed.

When PURPLE lights are flashing downtown, no street parking is allowed in the Downtown District from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. to allow for snow removal. Vehicles left on downtown streets during this time will be ticketed and towed.