Information about Philadelphia Parking
MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE WITH PHILADELPHIA PARKING
I prefer parking garages. Honestly, I can’t parallel park with cars coming at me from all directions and people honking – I get way too flustered. I always end up spending $20 for an hour because I don’t know where the rates are lowest. My friends, on the other hand, park on the streets of Philadelphia and constantly get tickets. No matter how closely we read the signs, we always end up missing the part that says we can’t park there for some crazy reason. When I moved into Center City, I had no idea how to find out about Philadelphia Parking passes or permits. For all of the reasons above, I wanted to look into finding more information about Philadelphia Parking.
PHILADELPHIA PARKING GARAGES/LOTS
So, first step here is finding the garage. There are so many Philadelphia Parking garages that it’s hard to really miss one. However, when it comes to the rates, it really does make a load of difference where you park. Compare the rates here, you can choose daily or monthly rates. Remember the closest locations to you and the ones that are most cost-efficient.
ON-STREET PHILADELPHIA PARKING
The Philadelphia Parking Authority – we all have had our horror stories. Visit their website to find out more about their laws & enforcement, how to use the kiosk meters, purchase prepaid smart cards, or pay those fines off. They also have a list of garages where you can use those smart cards. Make sure you are closely reading the signs in the area you have parked. There will most likely be a PPA attendant who will come by and ticket you if you are parked illegally.
PHILADELPHIA PARKING PERMITS
When I moved, I wanted to find out more about what I needed to get a Philadelphia Parking Permit. To be eligible for this permit you need to provide your vehicle registration and proof of residence in the form of your driver’s license, your lease, or a recent utility bill in your name. This permit will cost you $35 per vehicle for the first year and then $20 annually to renew it. There are also visitor permits and one-day permits. Please be careful with these permits because there are restrictions and exclusions.
We wish you the best of luck in the Philadelphia parking department! Here’s to cheap and convenient parking.
