How much does it cost to park downtown?
The rate structure for parking in downtown is based on “value parking” in a tiered structure, where rates are established based on demand. The Division uses state-of-the-art electronic parking meters in its on-street and off-street metered parking program. For detailed information on meter rates click here. The cost for using surface parking lots and garages is also based on “value parking” in a tiered structure, where rates are established based on demand. Most facilities allow short-term and long-term parking. For additional information on parking rates by facility, click here. If you know your destination and want to know the closest place to park, you should find our interactive map helpful. Click on the map for more information.
The average monthly cost for parking in a downtown garage in 2007 was $85. The average monthly cost for parking in a downtown surface lot was $65. And a short walk can you save you some dough: some lots on the perimeter provide parking for as little as $1.00 for all-day parking. Meters range in cost depending on location from $.25 per 15 minute period to $.25 per 30 minute period. The length of time allowed at a parking meter is based on its location. Meters in front of businesses can be as short as 30 minutes while meters on the perimeter of downtown can be as long as 10 hours.
