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1. Where can I park during a snow storm?

Parking is available in the parking garages on Elm and High Street. During an announced Snow Emergency, parking in these garages will be free. Cars left on the street or blocking the sidewalk will be towed.

2. If my car is towed during a snow emergency, where can I recover it?

The Nashua Police and the Street Department make every effort to avoid towing vehicles. If a vehicle is towed during a snow emergency, it will be brought to the City’s Four Hills Landfill at 840 West Hollis Street where it will be released after proof of ownership and payment of fine. Call the Snow Hotline 603-589-4795 for the landfill's hours of operation, as well as acceptable forms of payment.

3. Why is my street not plowed first?

The streets are plowed in a set order to maximize efficiency, expediency and resources. The main roads are treated and plowed first with the collectors second and the neighborhoods third.

4. Can I get salt and sand at the Street Department?

Yes, salt and sand is available at the Street Department at 6 Riverside Street for residents. There is a limit of two 5-gallon pails per visit.

5. How do I report lawn damage done by a plow truck?

Lawn damage can be reported to the Street Department at 603-589-4750. A work order will be issued and repairs will be done in the spring.

6. What if a plow truck damages my mailbox?

You can call the Street Department at 603-589-4750. A temporary mailbox and post will be installed until a permanent repair can be done in the spring.

7. I have heard about a special spring pick-up, what is this?

Every April the Street Department has a spring cleanup that is by appointment only. Residents can set out one truckload of brush, shrubs, picnic tables, doors, and wooden posts for a one-time pick-up. Information is broadcasted with the local media each March, or by calling the Street Department at 603-589-4750.

8. How do I report a pothole?

The Street Department has set up a pothole hotline. Residents can call 603-589-4797. The caller should leave a detailed message as to the location of the pothole. They are also asked to leave their name and phone number to contact if we are unable to locate the problem. Potholes can also be reported by sending an email to the Street Department. Street Department

9. How do I report a missing street sign?

Residents can call the Street Department at 603-589-4750 Monday through Friday 6:45 a.m. till 2:45 p.m. or report online by emailing the Street Department.

10. How do I report a streetlight that is out?

Residents can call Eversource at 800-662-7764, ext. 0. The operator needs the street address/location and the pole number. Each pole has a metal plate with the number on it.

11. Traffic lights are flashing or out, whom do I notify?

Residents can call the Traffic Department at 603-589-4700.