Quincy officials propose implementing resident parking permits

QUINCY, Mass. — Parking in Quincy has been getting tougher, especially around MBTA stations.

With that in mind, officials are looking into putting resident parking permits in place.

“A permit that prevents people from outside their neighborhood or the city from parking on their streets at all," said Chris Cassani, the Quincy parking director.

While the Quincy Center and North Quincy garages are closed for renovations, fewer spots are available on the streets.

The proposed permit process also caused some concern from residents and one city council member who objected to a $35 annual fee.

"Why 35 dollars? I can't get over it!" said one resident.

The new plan would only allow residents to park overnight and the implementation process will differ based on the neighborhood.

“This will be adopted officially and only be relevant in an area by area basis," said Cassani.

If parked illegally, people will be fined anywhere from $25 to $50, but some think the fines should be higher.

“I don’t think the parking restrictions are stringent enough," said one resident.

All of that can still change. Residents will have a chance to voice their opinions again on Oct. 15.

Some say that, as Quincy grows, parking permits are the way to go.

“With putting in new buildings – high rises – it’s extremely busy and I think it’d be a great idea for resident parking," said Tracy Shehadi, of Quincy.

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