Reason Behind the 48-hour Parking Rule

[wonkywheels.livejournal.com]

There has been some talk in this community about the 48-hour parking rule. Can someone explain the rationale behind this law? I have a car, but I take the "T" or ride my bike to work, so it doesn't make sense to me to have to move my car for no reason. I understand the need to move my car for street-sweeping, but this 48-hour thing doesn't seem to have a basis.

Comments

Re: It does give a little satisfaction...

[nungnung.livejournal.com]

That being said, I don't think it's a bad idea to have it posted on the existing parking signs.

And for the record, I'm fully in support of extending the 48 hour rule to something like 5 - 7 days, which would alleviate the need for the whole long-term parking discussion.

Re: It does give a little satisfaction...

[diatomacearth.livejournal.com]

I agree it would be a good idea to have it posted on the signs. It's easily available for people who do their homework, but it would not hurt to have it even more public and obvious for people who, for whatever reason, do not investigate Somerville parking regulations before parking in Somerville.

Re: It does give a little satisfaction...

[nungnung.livejournal.com]

Totally agreed! :)