Master Parking Plan

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West Chester is a robust community with many shops, restaurants and bars, and a University. Additionally, we host several large events throughout the year which draw crowds in excess of 20k. There are mixed parking needs; we have a residential population (18k) that nearly doubles in size from August through May to approximately 35k. The parker needs are Residential, Town Center Parking, Garage Parking, Student Parking (West Chester University), and visitor parking. These needs are often mixed with in the same block or neighborhood. West Chester is the county seat, and hosts 2 court houses located in Town Center. The picturesque and historic town has many challenges when it comes to parking.

Our current program consists of the following:

  • Residential Parking Program – 14 Zones
    • Area restrictions and configuration – ordinance language
    • Times of restrictions
    • Requirements
      • PA Plate
      • Lease
      • 2nd proof of residence
      • Affidavit
      • Registration
      • Seasonal Parkers
    • Cost versus price of permit
    • Guest Passes – requirements, days allowed
      • Cost versus price of guest pass
    • Meters in permit areas
    • Business Passes
  • On Street Meters
    • Pricing
    • Enforcement hours
    • Placement and relocation of meters in residential areas
  • Garages
    • Pricing
    • Pricing – short term parking
    • Leased spaces
  • Lots
    • Pricing
    • Utilization after 5pm
    • Utilization for residential permits
    • Leasing space percentage
  • Valet Parking
    • Licensing
    • Appropriate allowance
  • Handicapped off street spaces
  • Loading zones
  • Free Parking
    • Within Residential Areas
    • Timed parking 1 hour, 2 hour, 3 hour
  • Student Parking