Boston Moving Truck Permit and No Parking Signs
We get your moving permit for Boston and post the No Parking signs, from $156 total. Skip the City Hall trip and get photo proof of your posted signs. Apply at least 3 days before your move.
All-inclusive permits starting at $156
Apply at least 3 days before your move — signs must be posted in advance per city requirements
Boston Parking Permit for Moving Trucks
A moving permit is not legally required for every Boston move, but it reserves legal curb space for your moving truck and supports enforcement when the signs are posted correctly. A standard one-day permit reserves two parking spaces from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and includes the official No Parking signs needed for enforcement.
What it costs
The City's direct base fee is $69 for two non-metered spaces; two metered spaces add $40. With our permit pickup and sign-posting service, the all-in total starts at $156, or $196 for a typical two-meter location.
When to apply
Boston accepts online applications 15 days to eight weeks before a move and in-person applications three days to eight weeks before it. We handle the City Hall process and post the signs at least 48 hours before your permit begins.
Before you reserve the space
- The space must be a legal parking spot on a City of Boston street; state-controlled DCR roads use a different process.
- The permit is for a moving truck, not a personal car, rental car, SUV, or minivan.
- Signs must be posted at least 48 hours before the 7 a.m. start time, and nearby vehicles must receive advance notice.
- If a vehicle remains in the properly posted zone, call Boston Police's non-emergency line at 617-343-4911 with the plate number.
Three ways to get a Boston moving permit
Apply to the city yourself or let us handle City Hall pickup and sign posting. With Easy Moving Permits, you fill out one form and receive photo proof when your signs are posted.
| What to expect | City online | City Hall in person | Easy Moving Permits |
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| When to apply | 15 days to 8 weeks ahead | 3 days to 8 weeks ahead | Apply at least 3 days before your move. |
| Cost | $69 city fee; $40 more for two metered spaces. Card processing extra. | $69 city fee; $40 more for two metered spaces. Card processing extra. | From $156 total, including our $85 service fee and city charges with processing. |
| Getting the permit and signs | Mailed to you, normally within 10 days of approval | You pick them up at City Hall | We pick them up |
| Posting signs at least 48 hours ahead | You arrange posting | You arrange posting | We post them and send photo proof |
City Hall charges 2.5% for card processing, with a $1 minimum. Prices above are for one day and two spaces; extra days or curb space cost more. Nearby vehicles also need advance notice with the city's fliers.
Source: City of Boston moving permit rules. Checked October 20, 2026.
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How It Works in Boston
A Boston moving permit is optional, but it reserves legal curb space for your moving truck. Apply at least 3 days before your move. We post the official No Parking signs at least 48 hours before the permit begins.
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Submit your move details
Tell us your address, move date, truck size, and how many spaces you need. Takes 60 seconds.
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We file the permit with the city
We handle the paperwork and submit directly to the Boston parking department. No city portal, no hold music.
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Your permit gets approved
We review your request, file it with Boston, and email you when the city issues the permit. City review time can vary.
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We post your no-parking signs
We post the official No Parking signs at least 48 hours before the permit begins.
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Move day — your spot is clear
You pull up to reserved space, ready to load.
All-Inclusive Permit Pricing
Everything handled for you — city permit, paperwork, and posted signs
Moving Truck Permit (Non-Metered)
- ✓ City permit filed for you
- ✓ No-parking signs posted
- ✓ Parking space reserved
See cost breakdown
Moving Truck Permit (Metered)
- ✓ City permit filed for you
- ✓ No-parking signs posted
- ✓ Parking space reserved
See cost breakdown
Boston moving permit cost breakdown
Exactly what you pay and who does what. Boston's direct permit fee starts at $69; the city-related cost shown below includes card processing. Our service fee is what we charge to handle the permit and signs.
| Permit type | City fee + processing | Service fee | Total |
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| Moving Truck Permit (Non-Metered) | $71 | $85 | $156 |
| Moving Truck Permit (Metered) | $111 | $85 | $196 |
- Who posts the signs
- We post the No Parking signs.
- Minimum advance notice
- Boston moving permits must be requested a minimum of three days before the move date.
- When you're charged
- Your card is authorized when you apply and charged only once the permit is confirmed.
- Proof of posting
- We email a photo of the posted signs before your move date.
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What Happens Without a Permit?
Without a permit
- × Parking tickets ($100-$300+)
- × No guaranteed spot for your moving truck
- × Double-parking blocks traffic and risks towing
- × Hauling furniture from wherever you find a spot
- × Moving company overtime charges from delays
With Easy Moving Permits
- ✓ Reserved, legal parking right in front of your building
- ✓ No-parking signs posted before your move
- ✓ We handle all city paperwork and requirements
- ✓ Card not charged until your permit is approved
- ✓ Service fee only $85 (competitors charge $109)
Why Choose Easy Moving Permits
One price. No surprises.
Your total is shown before you pay — service fee plus the city permit cost, both displayed at checkout. No invoices appearing weeks later.
Your card isn't charged until approved.
We review your application first. If something's wrong, we catch it before your money moves. You're paying for a result, not a promise.
We do the job we're hired for.
We handle the permit application, pay the city fee, and post the No Parking signs at your address according to Boston's requirements.
You'll hear from us without chasing us.
We confirm your order, update you when approved, and send photo proof when signs are posted. If you have a question, we respond.
The price on the page is the price you pay.
No fees buried in checkout. No second invoices. No discovering a surprise charge after the fact. Service fee plus city permit cost — that's the math.
Problems get solved, not ignored.
If something goes sideways, we're reachable. We don't go silent after payment clears. Moving day is stressful enough.
Permit Rules & Requirements
Time restriction
- • Boston moving permits must be requested a minimum of three days before the move date.
Frequently Asked Questions About Moving Permits in Boston
How do I get a moving permit in Boston?
Apply to the City of Boston online 15 days to eight weeks before your move, or in person at City Hall three days to eight weeks ahead. A standard permit reserves two legal parking spaces from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for one day. You collect or receive the signs, post them at least 48 hours before the permit begins, and notify nearby vehicles with the city's fliers. Or book Easy Moving Permits: we handle City Hall pickup, post the signs, and send photo proof. Apply at least 3 days before your move.
How many days can a Boston moving permit cover?
Online moving truck permits cover one day. At City Hall you can apply for up to five days in a row. After five days, Boston requires a 48-hour break when the space is available to the public before another permit can be issued.
Do I have to put fliers on nearby cars?
Boston requires the city's flier on vehicles within half a block of your reserved spaces each day for at least two days before the move. For metered spaces, the flier is required one day before the move. This is separate from posting the No Parking signs at least 48 hours before the permit starts.
How much does a Boston moving truck permit cost?
Boston's direct fee is $69 for a standard one-day permit for two non-metered spaces. Our orders start at $156: $71 for the permit and card processing plus our $85 service fee for City Hall pickup and sign posting. A typical two-meter permit costs $40 more.
How far ahead should I apply for a Boston moving truck permit?
Boston accepts online applications 15 days to eight weeks before a move and in-person applications three days to eight weeks before it. Apply at least 3 days before your move. City approval is not guaranteed by a specific date.
When are the No Parking signs posted?
Boston requires No Parking signs at least 48 hours before the permit's 7 a.m. start time and recommends posting three days ahead. We post the official signs and send photo confirmation. Vehicle fliers have a separate notice schedule.
Are personal vehicles or minivans eligible?
No. Boston says this permit is for moving trucks, such as U-Haul, Pack Rat, and ABF vehicles. Personal vehicles, rental cars, and minivans are not eligible.
Is a Boston moving permit required?
A permit is not required for every move, but it is required to create an enforceable reserved curb zone for a moving truck. The permit does not override snow emergencies, construction zones, accessible spaces, or existing No Stopping or Tow Zone restrictions.
What happens if a vehicle remains in the posted zone?
Call Boston Police at 617-343-4911 with the vehicle's plate number. The permit and correctly posted signs support enforcement, but the City does not guarantee that the space will be empty.
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Using Permit Puller in Boston?
Easy Moving Permits charges a $85 service fee for the same official city permit and sign posting — $24 below Permit Puller's current $109 service fee.
Also Available: Container & Pod Permits
Placing a PODS, U-Pack, or other portable storage container on a Boston street? We handle the city permit for that too.
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Moving permits in Boston start at $156 — apply at least 3 days before your move.
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