As Charlottesville officials await the results of a new parking study, the city has passed a milestone that raises questions about whether a third parking garage may be necessary. “For the first time since the Water Street garage was built in 1992, there is a waiting list for monthly parking there,” said Chris Engel, the […]
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Owner of city garages proposing radically new approach for downtown
The new owner of the Charlottesville Parking Center will unveil a proposal this week for a public-private parking and travel management system that would bring smart parking meters to downtown streets. “The promotion of free parking on the street is at odds with the promotion of walking, cycling and mass transit,” said Mark Brown, the […]
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Downtown group asks council to charge for on-street parking
The Downtown Business Association of Charlottesville has asked the City Council to consider charging for on-street parking within the downtown core. “Our present on-street free parking system is not serving the needs of the public or the businesses downtown and has acted to restrict the availability of parking downtown for most people, but especially those […]
