Street address numbering is required on all residential and commercial buildings by Massachusetts law (MGL Ch.148, S. 59) and by Wellfleet General Bylaws (Article VII, Section 43).  Accurate and visible house numbers are a critical part of the 911 system which helps emergency responders find your home.

The Town requires that numbers be at least 3 inches high (preferably 4 inches).  Numbers and letters be attached to every house or business so that they are clearly visible from the street and NO glued or stuck on numbers/letters are accepted.  All numbers/letters must be nailed on.

If it’s not possible to see numbers on the building from the street because of distance or obstructions, the Town requires that numbers also be attached to both sides of a post or sign which can be seen by emergency vehicles approaching from either direction.

We recommend that numbers be reflective and in a color which will clearly contrast with the material they are attached to.

If you’re not sure of your correct house number, please contact the Fire Department 508-349-3754 ext 1611.

Accurate and visible house numbering will help the Town’s emergency personnel find your home more quickly in case of an emergency.

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