Civil Engineering Reference
In-Depth Information
Chapter 22
Indirect Demand Strategies
—
Parking
Supply and Price
22.1 Introduction
Parking supply, location, and price play an important role in managing travel
demand and in relieving traf
c congestion. Too few parking spaces can result in
extra travel while searching for a parking space, increase street congestion, inhibit
access to activities, and discourage new development. On the other hand, too many
parking spaces (especially in the city center) can attract motorists and undercut
transit use.
Similarly when parking space is underpriced, commuter parking is encouraged
and parking revenues may not cover debt service costs. When parking is overpriced
motorists might go elsewhere to shop, work or conduct business.
This chapter shows how parking supply and price can be managed to improve
accessibility and help reduce congestion. Its
findings and analysis are drawn from a
broad range of sources. Key documents include:
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3
]
Parking
published by the ENO Foundation [
4
]
An article describing changing perspectives related to
Parking and Traf
c
Congestion
[
5
]
Parking and Pricing Implementation Guidelines
, prepared by the Victoria
Transport Policy Institute [
6
]
The High Cost of Free Parking
[
7
]
