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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.
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New “5 after 5” rule will allow people to pay for parking for up to 5 hours starting at 5 p.m. in the Downtown, Central Eastside, and Lloyd parking districts as hours expand
Monthly swing shift SmartPark passes available now
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Pay-to-park hours for on-street parking in the SE Portland parking district change to 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday thru Saturday
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Parking data shows rising demand for space across the city as vibrant events, shopping, and dining continue to grow and expand across Portland.
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PBOT Parking Enforcement begins enforcing new city code on Tuesday, Nov. 12
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2-hour parking limits in evenings, October to May, except for residents and employees with new Zone V permits
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The 3rd and Alder SmartPark closure allows for a consolidation of resources across four other public parking garages downtown
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New video series highlights vital role parking management plays in maintaining quality of life in Portland neighborhoods.
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On-street parking is free at meters on Christmas Day
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The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT), in partnership with Lloyd area businesses and residents, will begin implementing new rates for on-street parking during large-scale events to encourage public transit and biking, and reduce congestion and pollution in the area.
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The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) has created new 5-minute parking zones for quick drop-offs and pickups. Parking in the zones is free. Dubbed 5-minute Fast Stops, the new zones will be installed initially along five commercial corridors across the city.
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On-street parking is free at meters on Christmas Day
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It’s the meowest wonderful time of the year!
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