Parking Answering Your Questions About Municipal Parking ParkingSection Menu In this section ParkingAccessible Parking PermitsElectric Car ChargingMunicipal Parking GaragesParking MetersParking OffencesPermission to ParkRequest a Change to Parking RegulationsRecentCurrently selected Page Content Where are the parking garages and lots located? City Hall Garage2 Wellington Street West Tower Garage41 George Street South Market Square GarageTheatre Lane and Union Street Nelson Street Garage8 Nelson Street John Street Garage16 John StreetHow much do I have to pay to park and what are the hours of operation? Click a link for rates and hours: Municipal Garages/Lot Parking Meters Pay & Display machines (scroll to bottom of page)Can I get a parking permit for the downtown garages/lots? Yes. Contact Municipal Parking Operations at 905.874.2500 for availability.I live by a nearby municipal parking garage, can I always park my vehicle there?No, the City does not provide residential or overnight parking permits for municipal parking garages.I have been issued a transponder. Where should I put it in my car? The transponder must be visible to the ceiling mounted antenna at the gate to ensure the gate will automatically open when you enter or exit. The transponder works best when positioned on the dash or windshield on the driver’s side. Where are the pay stations located? Where can I pay for my ticket? City Hall GarageMain Lobby (by elevators)Pay-in-Lane West Tower GarageP1 level elevator lobby Market Square GarageP1 level elevator lobbyP2 level elevator lobby Nelson Street GarageP1 level by south stairwell John Street GarageP1 level by south stairwell View various payment options.Can two people share a transponder? No. You can only use the transponder to let your OWN vehicle in and out of the garage. Any abuse of the City’s parking policies will result in the loss of parking privileges at the garage. Do I still need to take a parking ticket when entering if I have a transponder?No. If you have a transponder, you do not need to take a ticket.How do you ensure safety at the parking garages is maintained at all times? Brampton’s municipal parking garages are clean, well-lit and most are monitored under 24-hour video surveillance. Staff operate the City Hall garage during regular business hours. Security officers patrol all garages 24 hours a day 7 days per week. Although the City takes precautions to keep its facilities safe, be aware that dangers to personal safety can exist from time to time within any parking facility. The user of any City parking facility should remain aware of their surroundings at all times and take whatever additional precautions are appropriate to ensure personal safety. What should I do if I lose my transponder? Contact Municipal Parking Operations at 905.874.2500 to report a lost transponder. You will be charged $20 to replace a transponder. Does the City protect against vehicle damage or stolen property?The City does not accept responsibility for loss or damage to vehicles or contents. Do not leave valuables in your vehicle and keep your vehicle locked at all times. I have two vehicles. Can I use the transponder in either vehicle? Yes. The transponder is transferrable from one vehicle to another. Contact Municipal Parking Operations at 905.874.2500 to ensure your vehicle information is registered. Who do I contact for more information? Contact Municipal Parking Operations at 905.874.2500 or email us.What type of system does Brampton use for entry and exit to the garage/lots? City Hall, West Tower, John Street, Market Square, Nelson Square Garages Permit Holder Access: Transponder, which when placed on your dash, will automatically raise and lower the gate. Daily Parking Access: Ticket will be dispensed upon entry. Payment at the Pay Machine is required before exiting. View various payment options.Why are there hourly parking signs at the parking garage? Each of the garages has designated hourly parking that is close to the entrance of the garage. Monthly permit holders must park in their designated levels as outlined in the chart below. There are signs in each garage that guide parking patrons to the correct levels. This operational improvement was implemented as part of the Downtown Parking Strategy. City Hall Garage Hourly Parking Levels: P1, P2 Permit Holder Levels: P3, P4 West Tower Garage Hourly Parking Level: P1 Permit Holder Levels: P2, P3, P4, P5 Market Square Garage Hourly Parking Level: P1 Permit Holder Levels: P2, P3, P4 Nelson Square Garage Hourly Parking Level: P1 Permit Holder Levels: P2, P3, P4, P5
