Frequently Asked Questions • Eugene, OR • CivicEngage

On what holidays are parking meters free?

Meters are NOT enforced on Sundays and the following legal holidays:

Meters are enforced on the day after Thanksgiving.

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1. Can I add more time to a parking meter?: Yes, it is ok to add more time to a meter up to the maximum time allowed by the meter. For example, at a two hour meter you may park for and add time up to two hours. If you need to park for a longer duration than the meter allows, then we offer many off-street parking lot and garage options.

2. How do I print a receipt for my IPS transaction?: In order to print a receipt, please review the attached instructions.

3. How do I contact parking garage security?: The City of Eugene Parking program provides security in their garages. If you need to contact garage security, then please dial 541-682-8200. If it is an emergency, dial 9-1-1.

4. Does the City of Eugene offer free parking?: YES! The Overpark and Parcade garages provide free parking for your first hour. It is $1.20/ hour after your first free hour, and up to $8.00 for all day parking. All parking garages are free on weekends (except for event parking) and holidays. City of Eugene on-street meters operate Monday through Saturday.

5. How do I report a broken meter?: You can report a broken meter by calling (541) 682-5729 with the meter number. If you are parking at the meter, leave a note on your car on your dashboard or under the wiper as well as on the meter to bring it to the attention of the Parking Enforcement Officers. You can park at a broken meter for the maximum time limit noted on meter. Parking beyond the maximum time limit may result in a parking citation being issued.

6. Where do I buy and receive a City of Eugene monthly downtown parking permit?: The City of Eugene utilizes an online permit application program, IPS.

7. Do downtown businesses validate parking for shopping in their store (like Portland)?: YES! Downtown Eugene, Inc. promotes and manages the downtown business parking validation program. Please ask your favorite business if they validate. Validations are valid for the Overpark and Parcade Garages.

8. How long can I keep my vehicle parked on the street (in a space with no meters or time limits)?: Without a valid, City-issued on-street parking permit: Vehicles must be moved at least two blocks from the original parking location, and remain moved for at least 72 hours before returning.
With a valid, City-issued on-street parking permit: Although the vehicle must still be moved every 72 hours, it may be returned to its original parking location.

9. When was the first parking meter installed in Eugene?: On December 4, 1939, 145 parking meters were installed on Broadway and Willamette in downtown Eugene. The parking meter violation fine was $1.

10. Can I rent a parking space at my house?: "Parking Areas" not directly related to the primary use on the property are only permitted in specific commercial and/or industrial zones. Residential zones do not allow for paid parking areas for non-residents. Therefore, non-residents are prohibited from renting out parking on their property.

11. When are parking meters enforced?: With the exception of the holidays, meters are enforced Monday through Saturday throughout the year. Meters are not enforced on Sundays. Time limits on meters vary depending on the area in which they are located (from 30 minutes up to 10 hours). Generally, meters in business districts have time limits for 30 minutes to 2 hours.

Meters are NOT enforced on Sundays and the following legal holidays:

Meters are enforced on the day after Thanksgiving.

13. What are the fines for parking violations?: Fines for parking violations are listed in the Municipal Court's Presumptive Fine Schedule which is available online at http://eugene-or.gov/DocumentCenter/Home/View/18547.