City To Raise Parking Meter Rates, Create More Zones And Reduced Rates In Harlem

May 17, 2018

NY Post reports that parking rates will soon go up citywide, and drivers who park in parts of Brooklyn and Queens may face even bigger increases with new zones, city transportation department commission Polly Trottenberg revealed on Wednesday.

The agency is working on a rate plan to implement by the end of 2018. But it also wants to add more zones so it can charge higher rates in some parts of the outer boroughs.

“The current system of three rate zones will evolved into a new system of more zones to more closer match land use and parking demand in both Manhattan the outer boroughs,” said Trottenberg. “The meters in heavily congested, transit-rich Downtown Brooklyn are priced the same as those in less dense East New York. We think modest rate increases will promote turnover in commercial areas and have a positive effect on congestion as well.”

The agency also plans to offer drivers who park below 96th Street in Manhattan a discounted second hour, she revealed at a city council transportation budget hearing.

… hourly rate between 96th and 110th Streets is $1.50. In Manhattan above 110th Street and elsewhere in the city, is costs $1.00 per hour to park at a metered space.

Currently, meters below 96th Street charge $3.50 an hour, while the hourly rate between 96th and 110th Streets is $1.50. In Manhattan above 110th Street and elsewhere in the city, is costs $1.00 per hour to park at a metered space.

Parking meter rates last increased in 2013. There are currently about 85,000 metered spots throughout the city, DOT officials said.


By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: Harlem World Magazine, 2521 1/2 west 42nd street, Los Angeles, CA, 90008, https://www.harlemworldmagazine.com. You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe® link, found at the bottom of every email. Emails are serviced by Constant Contact
We're your source for local coverage, we count on your support. SPONSOR US!
Your support is crucial in maintaining a healthy democracy and quality journalism. With your contribution, we can continue to provide engaging news and free access to all.
accepted credit cards

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

You may use these HTML tags and attributes: <a href="" title=""> <abbr title=""> <acronym title=""> <b> <blockquote cite=""> <cite> <code> <del datetime=""> <em> <i> <q cite=""> <s> <strike> <strong>

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Related Articles