FAQs
- provide direction for developing a strategic approach to downtown parking policy, planning, financial sustainability and management.
- improve the parking experience for all modes of transportation, while meeting the needs of local businesses, residents and visitors
- support the City’s future mobility vision through consideration of transit and active transportation initiatives and
- recognize the City’s commitment to achieving a substantial mode shift and reducing the reliance on private vehicles.
What is a Parking Plan?
A Parking Plan has long-term parking strategies and recommendations based on data and technical reviews. It is an action plan for improving parking that is needed to manage growth and changes in travel patterns in our downtown for the next 15 - 20 years.
Why does the City of Burlington need a Downtown Parking Plan?
As the Downtown Burlington continues to welcome new residents and businesses, the City needs to assess the downtown parking we have now to identify future parking to best plan for the future.
Who is the City of Burlington working with to develop the Downtown Parking Plan?
The City of Burlington has retained Stantec to consult for the City and develop the Downtown Parking Plan (DPP).
What will the plan focus on?
The plan will: