Whether you’re parking on the streets or on sidewalks, understanding the do’s and don’ts of parking your scooter or motorcycle parking will ultimately help you avoid parking tickets.
With more than 40 scooter/motorcycle corrals spread throughout Philly, we want to ease any confusion you may have when it comes to parking
Ticket Information
The Philadelphia Parking Authority offers four ways to pay parking tickets so that you can choose the method that is most convenient for you.
To learn more about parking violations, visit our Laws and Enforcement page.
Contractor Parking Permit
A Contractor Parking Permit is only used to perform a contractor service. This program was established to enable licensed contractors to access their vehicles during the workday to retrieve materials and tools.
Contractor vehicles may park in timed parking zones without limit.
Apply for a Contractor Parking Permit
You may now
In response to the City's Snow Emergency, which is set to begin today (Sunday) today at 4 PM, the Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) will be offering a flat 24-hour $5 discounted parking rate at the following Center City garages beginning at 9 AM TODAY -- Sunday -- February 22nd until the snow emergency is
In response to the City's Snow Emergency, which is set to begin at 9 PM Saturday, January 24, the Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) will offer a flat 24-hour $5 discounted parking rate at the following Center City garages beginning at 7 PM Saturday, January 24, until the snow emergency is
Smart Loading Zones
The PPA’s Smart Loading Zones – equipped with cutting-edge, state-of-the-art cameras designed to monitor and time vehicles and help ensure a smooth and timely turnover of loading and unloading vehicles and spaces – will be activated in 22 center city locations. There will be an initial three-week warning
Friday, November 14th, 2025:
Drivers speeding on Broad Street in Philadelphia will now be fined as warning period expires
Speeding drivers now face $100 ticket after Broad Street speed cameras activated
PPA begins ticketing speeding drivers on Broad Street after warning period expires
Monday, November 10th, 2025:
60-day warning period begins for red light cameras
In order to reclaim an impounded vehicle, you must pay for all outstanding tickets as well as tow and storage fees.
You may make payment in full at the following locations:
Parking Violations Branch
800 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Weekdays
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday
Lot 10
6 E. Oregon Avenue
Philadelphia,
If you've found your vehicle adorned with one of our unmistakable yellow boots, it's a sign that you've accumulated three or more unpaid parking, speed, or red-light camera tickets. While most boots are made for walking, ours serve as a reminder to address your outstanding fines promptly.
Avoiding the boot altogether
Tuesday, September 27th, 2022:
Ticketing blitz’ will target drivers double-parked in Center City bus lanes
Monday, September 26th, 2022:
Philly is cracking down on drivers who block bus lanes
Police in Center City ramp up enforcement against drivers blocking bus lanes
Tuesday, September 20th, 2022:
PPA to Increase Ticketing of Illegal Bus Lane Parking – NBC10
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Once your temporary virtual permit is approved, you will be notified via email along with instructions on how to retrieve your visitor day pass hangtags. Please allow for approximately 4-5 business days for your application to process.
Visitor day pass hangtags will be mailed to
Philadelphia Parking Authority Transportation Center
The Philadelphia Parking Authority, joined by Mayor Cherelle Parker and city officials, recently celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the "New" Transportation Center at 1001 Filbert Street. Situated at the site of the former Greyhound Bus Terminal, this revitalized hub was completed through a collaborative effort between various
Lemon Hill Temporary Residential Parking Permits
As Philadelphia prepares to host the FIFA World Cup 26™ Fan Festival at Lemon Hill, the Philadelphia Parking Authority is implementing temporary parking measures to help protect residential access during the tournament.
From Thursday, June 11th, through Sunday, July 19, 2026, temporary residential parking permits will be
Philadelphia is proud to host FIFA World Cup 2026. If your property falls within the event parking zone, you may be eligible for a special parking permit for your vehicle(s) and guest passes for people visiting you. Complete the form below and attach any supporting documents (proof of residence, vehicle
This form is only used to request a petition packet for the installation of residential parking permit regulations on your block.
NOTE: Filling out this form or a petition does not guarantee that the residential permit parking regulations will be installed. Additionally, you must reside on
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