Boston makes it easier to get moving truck parking permits on September 1
The Walsh administration just made it easier to get moving truck parking permits on September 1.
With thousands of people trying to move into apartments on the same day, September 1 in Boston has never been an easy day for the city. But a recent change by the Walsh administration might make things a little easier on the movers.
On Tuesday, Boston Mayor Martin Walsh announced a new tool to allow users to apply for moving truck parking permits online. Previously you had to visit City Hall in person to get the permit. Movers may apply for a one-day moving truck permit for a truck that occupies two parking spaces.
Those planning to move on September 1 will need a Street Occupancy Permit if they anticipate their moving vehicle will temporarily block access on a public street. The permits must be obtained at least two weeks before the scheduled move and no more than a month in advance of the planned move.
“I am committed to making accessing city services easier for Boston residents and students,’’ said Mayor Walsh in a statement. “We are excited to offer our residents the ability to apply for moving truck permits from anywhere and hopefully relieve some of the stress that moving brings.’’
According to the City of Boston website, if a residents needs a permit for more than a day, or cannot get one two weeks ahead of time, they will be required to apply for one in person at City Hall. The city website also notes there are special restrictions for people moving into the North End.
The old-fashioned way of obtaining a moving permit is still an option. Residents can apply for a moving truck permit by visiting the City Hall To Go truck and get their permits in person.
Scenes from Allston on September 1, 2014
Scenes from Allston move-in day 2014
Students Ankur Patel, Asees Binepal, and Gurvir Dhaliwal sign paperwork to allow housing inspectors from the Inspectional Services Department to enter and inspect their new apartment at 24 Highgate Street, on September 1, 2014, in Allston, Massachusetts. Kayana Szymczak for the Boston Globe
Housing inspectors from the Inspectional Services Department, John Meaney (left) and Brian Ronan (right), placed bed bug warnings on discarded mattresses left in a backyard on September 1, 2014 in Allston, Massachusetts. Kayana Szymczak for the Boston Globe
Indira Alvarez, the chief of staff for Boston's Inspectional Servies Department, and Ed Coburn, the Inspectional Services Department attorney, watched as students hauled furniture in and out of apartments on Linden Street in Allston. Dina Rudick/Globe Staff
Mark O'Brien, landlord of the house next door, slashes mattresses that were left in a backyard, in order to discourage people from picking them up and using them, because of potential bed bugs. Housing inspectors placed bed bug warnings on the mattresses as they walked through the neighborhood on September 1, 2014 in Allston, Massachusetts. Kayana Szymczak for the Boston Globe
A large pile of debris, including discarded furniture and mattresses, is seen in the backyard of a house on Linden Street on September 1, 2014 in Allston, Massachusetts. Kayana Szymczak for the Boston Globe
Will Bosco, a Boston University student, poses for a portrait as he helps friends move into a new apartment on September 1, 2014 in Allston, Massachusetts. Kayana Szymczak for the Boston Globe
Henry Heilbroner, 20, a Boston University student, poses for a portrait in the moving van as he helps to move roommates into his new apartment on September 1, 2014 in Allston, Massachusetts. Kayana Szymczak for the Boston Globe
Caroline Codd, 20, a Boston University student, poses for a portrait in the front of her boyfriend's apartment on moving day on September 1, 2014 in Allston, Massachusetts. Kayana Szymczak for the Boston Globe
Charlie Kendall, 21, a recent graduate, poses for a portrait as he takes a break from helping roommates move in to his six-bedroom apartment on September 1, 2014 in Allston, Massachusetts. Kayana Szymczak for the Boston Globe
Stacy Su, 20, a Boston University student, poses for a portrait outside of her new apartment as she waits to move in on September 1, 2014 in Allston, Massachusetts. Kayana Szymczak for the Boston Globe
Boston Housing Inspectors Iris Jones and Marcio Fonseca Jr. Boston city inspectors searched inside and around the rental properties for safety and sanitary code violations on Sunday, August 31, 2014 while dozens of people moved into and out of apartments in a section of Allston known for its dense student population. Dina Rudick/Globe Staff
Boston Housing Inspectors searched inside and around the rental properties for safety and sanitary code violations on Sunday, August 31, 2014 while dozens of people moved into and out of apartments in a section of Allston known for its dense student population. Dina Rudick/Globe Staff
Conversation
This discussion has ended. Please join elsewhere on Boston.com