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Archives: FAQs

Tag Sale

The Holyoke Police Department is responsible for administering tag sale permits in the City, call them at 413-536-6431 for more information

Recreational Permits

City parks are open to the public.  However, by obtaining a permit for a specific location and time, you can assure your usage. If a team or organization is permitted to use a location, they have the first right to use the field.  Fields are generally booked well in advance, so please call ahead.  (413) … Continued

Driveway Permit

Permit: Driveway-Permit-Application-2019-1 City Driveway Standards: City-Driveway-Standards-7-13-18 If you need further assistance contact the Department of Public Works at 413-322-5645

Parking Permits

There are different parking permits in the City, visit the City Clerks page or call them at 413-322-5520

Is there Public Transportation in Holyoke?

Yes. The Pioneer Valley Transit Authority (PVTA) provides the people of Holyoke with public transportation. You can visit their website for more information on routes and services offered http://pvta.com/index.php   

ValleyBike Share

The communities of Amherst, Eastampton, Holyoke, Northampton, South Hadley, and Springfield, along with the University of Massachusetts and the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission have contracted a collaboration and partnership with Bewegen Technologies and Corps Logistics to bring bike share to our region. To meet Pioneer Valley’s unique challenges, ValleyBike Share is designed to promote short … Continued

Can the City help me improve my property?

The City of Holyoke under the Office for Community Development manages the Neighborhood Improvement Program – (NIP Up to 60% rebates) for home improvements in 1-4 unit, owner-occupied properties that meet certain criteria such as income. The Rental Neighborhood Improvement Program – (RNIP) offers low-interest loans for 3+ unit rental property improvements, including lead paint … Continued

I want to buy a home in Holyoke, what now?

The City of Holyoke is committed to home ownership and provides many different programs and incentives aimed at helping future homeowners. The Office of Community Development has links to several resources that can help you on your journey to owning your own home.

How can I get information and help finding affordable housing?

The Holyoke Housing Authority helps individuals with access to apartments and housing for low-income residents and others who qualify for assistance, please visit their webpage https://www.holyokehousing.org/ or call them directly at 413-539-2220 for more information. Wayfinders is another great resource within the community that helps individuals with access to affordable housing learn more at https://www.wayfindersma.org/ 

Parking Information

The City of Holyoke currently has two municipal parking lots: Suffolk Street Municipal Parking – Located on Suffolk Street Ernest Proulx Municipal Parking Facility – Located on Dwight directly across Heritage State Park & City Hall Parking meters are also located throughout the City and offer convenient ways to pay with either coins, debit and credit … Continued

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