The primary goal of the Philadelphia Parking Authority is to ensure a safe and continuous traffic flow for Philadelphia’s residents and visitors. One of the ways we accomplish this goal is by enforcing the city’s parking regulations. So what does that mean?
Yep, you guessed it. That means at times we
PHILADELPHIA -- To reduce congestion and improve travel times on Chestnut Street, the City announced today plans for a six month loading zone pilot.
In partnership with DVRPC, SEPTA, and PPA, the City will alter parking and loading regulations on Chestnut Street from the 600 block to the 2000 block. The
It’s that time of the year when the weather is amazing, the Phillies season is in full throttle, and Philadelphia welcomes back the Wawa Welcome America festival! The weeklong festival is FREE for the public to enjoy great music, free hoagies, and (of course) an elaborate fireworks show.
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PHILADELPHIA (June 24, 2019) – A new study released today quantifies for the first time the economic cost of Philadelphia’s growing problem of traffic congestion.
The report, completed by Philadelphia-based Econsult Solutions, Inc., finds that congestion within the
PHILADELPHIA -- Mayor Jim Kenney today continued progress toward the City’s Vision Zero goal of zero traffic deaths by 2030 by signing legislation to bring speed enforcement cameras along the 12 miles of Roosevelt Boulevard, between 9th Street and the city’s boundary with Bucks County. Cameras will be installed along this High Injury
Display of Driver Certificates (DRC) by Taxicab Drivers
NOTICE TO ALL TAXICAB DRIVERS:
As you are aware, safety shields are no longer mandatory when a medallion taxicab is equipped with an approved and functioning safety camera system. Many medallion owners have decided that using an approved safety camera is the best option
2018 Accomplishments
Corporate Governance
Accredited with distinction by the International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI).
Three (3) garages rated as premier – Parkade on 8th, Galleria Garage, and Family Court Garage.
Delivered over $119 million to government entities.
Reorganized the Engineering department, now known as Construction Management and Capital Projects and
At this time of the year many families are busy preparing for Proms and Graduations. A key part of your preparations may be making transportation arrangements. In that regard, the Philadelphia Parking Authority (Authority) wants to help safeguard your loved ones from illegal and unsafe limousine operators.
Limousine carriers operating between
At this time of the year many families are busy preparing for Proms and Graduations. A key part of your preparations may be making transportation arrangements. In that regard, the Philadelphia Parking Authority (Authority) wants to help safeguard your loved ones from illegal and unsafe limousine operators.
Limousine carriers operating between
During a public hearing last week before the state Independent Regulatory Review Commission, Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) officials testified about the effectiveness of wheelchair accessible vehicle (“WAV”) services in Philadelphia, contending current regulations do not provide "sufficient oversight."
PPA Executive Director Scott Petri said, “ As the governing entity tasked with
Dispute a Parking Ticket
The City of Philadelphia's Office of the Chief Administrative Officer oversees the Bureau of Administrative Adjudication (BAA). Once a parking violation is issued, the BAA is the only agency able to determine liability. If you would like to dispute a parking violation you believe was issued in
Frequently Asked Questions
Residential Parking Permits
Residents in eligible areas can purchase parking permits that exempt them from meter and time limit restrictions on posted blocks. These permits assist residents in finding parking spaces near their homes, enhancing the quality of life in residential areas with insufficient on-street parking – such as those that
