The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is lowering the cost to park for individuals working swing shift and/or evening schedules in downtown Portland. Beginning Sept. 1, 2025, the SmartPark Swing Shift Parking Permit will be available to anyone working late or through the evening for $36 a month. Individuals may apply for a parking permit for one of the five public SmartPark garages. The permits are valid between 2:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily. Individuals parking outside these hours will pay the standard hourly parking rate.
Employees may apply for a SmartPark Swing Shift Parking Permit by contacting the SmartPark team at SmartParkMonthly@spplus.com or by calling (503) 790-9302, option 1.
The monthly permit offers a low-cost option for evening shift workers while leaving readily accessible on-street parking spaces available for customers and visitors.
SmartPark Monthly Permit Options
In addition to the swing shift permit, SmartPark offers a variety of monthly permits for commuters parking regularly downtown. Motorcycle permits and carpool permits for 2-person or 3-person carpoolers are available at all SmartPark locations. See additional details on the SmartPark website or contact SmartParkMonthly@spplus.com to inquire about availability and apply.
Secure bicycle parking is available at the 10th & Yamhill and 1st & Jefferson garages. Amenities include 24/7 access and a bicycle repair station. Apply online or email smartparkbikeroom@spplus.com.
About SmartPark
SmartPark is Portland’s most affordable and conveniently located parking. Shoppers, business clients and visitors enjoy City-owned downtown SmartPark public facilities with nearly 4,000 public parking spaces. SmartPark garages offer the lowest short-term hourly rates and are close to restaurants, retailers, and cultural venues.