News and notices

Working late downtown? Park smarter for less!

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.

August 28, 2025 9:59 am News article

News Release: New parking hours, expanded time limits after 5 p.m. begin Sept. 2 in Downtown Portland

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

August 14, 2025 1:43 pm Press release

News Release: New pay-to-park hours in the Central Eastside begin on Aug. 1

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

July 28, 2025 11:15 am Press release

News Release: New parking rates, hours reflect increased demand across city as Portland thrives

Parking data shows rising demand for space across the city as vibrant events, shopping, and dining continue to grow and expand across Portland.

Updated July 1, 2025 3:25 pm Press release

News Release: PBOT says failure of state Transportation Reinvestment Package will have significant impacts in Portland

Every dollar invested in preventative maintenance can save up to $10 in future reconstruction

Updated June 30, 2025 4:49 pm Press release

News Release: No visible license plate and VIN? Your vehicle is now subject to tow without notice

PBOT Parking Enforcement begins enforcing new city code on Tuesday, Nov. 12

October 29, 2024 11:27 am Press release

News Release: New parking time limits, permits in Eliot neighborhood start today to support area residents and businesses

2-hour parking limits in evenings, October to May, except for residents and employees with new Zone V permits

Updated October 1, 2024 3:03 pm Press release

News Release: Commissioner Mapps Announces SmartPark Holiday Promotion as Part of PBOT’s Ongoing Support of Downtown Livability

Two downtown SmartPark garages located at SW 4th Avenue and Yamhill Street and SW 10th Avenue and Yamhill Street will offer free Saturday and Sunday parking from Nov. 24 to Dec. 31 to support downtown businesses during the holiday season.

November 14, 2023 3:49 pm Press release

Advisory: Public Parking Information for the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year

July 1, 2022 3:38 pm Public notice

PBOT urges everyone to plan ahead, take public transit, obey parking & traffic laws, to have your best shot at the MLS Cup Final on Saturday

The Portland Bureau of Transportation welcomes the MLS Cup to Providence Park at noon on Saturday, and urges the traveling public to plan ahead if traveling to or through the western side of downtown, and be extra mindful of traffic and parking rules. Don't get a Red Card from parking enforcement!

December 9, 2021 5:34 pm Press release