Parking Meters
Most parking meters are enforced from 6am-6pm Monday through Friday.
Some parking meters are enforced until 10 pm, seven days a week, when an event is taking place at the Stadium, Selland Arena, Saroyan Theatre, or Convention Center. Decals on the meter identify this event-specific requirement.Information on downtown event parking.
There are approximately 2,000 parking meters in downtown Fresno in time increments from 30 minutes to 10 hours. Meters are $1.00 or $1.50 per hour depending on the location. Meters are not enforced on the City of Fresno observed holidays.
Meter Occupancy Permit
The Parking Division offers a monthly permit valid for use at any City of Fresno parking meter, regardless of the posted time limit. The permit is a hangtag and can be shared by office staff, attorneys, or couriers. It is also ideal for those who make multiple stops downtown or stay for extended time periods. The permit is $175.00 per month, or prorated to $85.00 on the 15th of each month. Contact(559) 621-PARK(7275) for more information.
How to Receive a Parking Permit
STEP 1
Accesshttps://fresno.getapermit.net/and select the “click here to register” button to create a new user account.
STEP 2
To begin creating your new user account, you will first be required to enter your address.
STEP 3
Please read the instructions carefully to ensure your information is submitted properly. You will be taken through the following steps:
- Select Order Permit.
- Using the Permit drop-down list, select the desired permit.
- Click Next.
- Below the Cart List are options to Add Permits, Remove Permits, Check-Out, or Return to Account.
- Verify the items in your Cart are correct and select the payment method. Click Continue to Payment.
- Enter your payment details and click Pay.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Your request for parking permits will not be processed until you click the “Pay” button. After your order has been received, the permits will be sent via US Mail.
By Mail:Submit a request indicating the permit month to be purchased and payment via check or money order to the address below. Your name and address must be clearly legible. Allow two weeks for mailed permit processing.
City of Fresno Parking Division
2600 Fresno Street, Room 4019
Fresno, CA 93721
Report a Faulty Parking Meter
You may report a faulty parking meter via theFresGO appor by calling(559) 621-PARK(7275).
Residential Permits
Residential Parking Districts
A Residential Parking District is a preferential parking area, next to a major parking attractor like a school, event venue, hospital, or government agency, where a special permit is required to park on the public street.
Signs in the Parking District will indicate the dates and times that the road is subject to enforcement. Each vehicle must have a permit displayed to be on-street during the applicable time periods. Those with DMV issued handicap placards and disabled license plates are exempt.
Parking Districts are created through the legal process outlined in the Fresno Municipal Code. Approval requires a certified petition of at least 50% of the homeowners on each block face, a public hearing, the approval of City Council, and significant monetary resources. If you are facing a parking issue due to heavy vehicle traffic on your street, contact your Councilmember to see what options are available.
How to Obtain a Parking Permit
Each eligible property may obtain ONE complementary parking permit per residence. To obtain the free permit, a residency document such as a lease agreement, PG&E statement, City utility bill, or property tax bill must be provided along with a matching photo ID.
Up to three additional permits may be purchased for $19.00 each with a current vehicle registration, that matches the address of the residence, and the ID or Driver’s License of the registered owner.
If you are a renter, a student on a short-term lease, or a roommate with no aforementioned document, please contact the Parking Division at(559) 621-PARK(7275) for specific instructions on how to obtain your permit.
How to Receive a Parking Permit
Online:https://fresno.getapermit.net/
STEP 1
Please have the following information and items ready before you begin:
- California Driver’s License, Identification Card, or other photo ID
- Email address
- Lease agreement, utility bill or property tax bill
- Vehicle registration on each vehicle in which you are requesting an additional permit
STEP 2
Accesshttps://fresno.getapermit.net/and select the “click here to register” button to create a new user account.
STEP 3
To begin creating your new user account, you will first be required to enter your current residence address.
- Sample address format: 675 W Main Street
- As you enter your address a list of addresses will appear in the drop-down box
- Select your address
STEP 4
Please read the instructions carefully to ensure your information is submitted properly. You will be taken through the following steps:
- Upload ID and Lease agreement, utility bill or property tax bill
- Enter vehicle information and upload vehicle registration
- Review and submit your request
IMPORTANT NOTE
Your request for parking permits will not be processed until you click the “Submit” button. After your application has been reviewed, you will receive an email indicating your request for parking permits has either been approved or rejected. If approved, the permits will be sent via US Mail.
By Mail:Submit the completed form with photocopies of the required documentation and payment (if applicable) via check or money order to the address below. Allow two weeks for mailed permit processing.
City of Fresno Parking Division
2600 Fresno Street, Room 4019
Fresno, CA 93721
- Residential Parking Application – English
- Residential Parking Application – Spanish
- Residential Parking FAQ – English
- Residential Parking FAQ – Spanish
Contact our office with any questions
(559) 621-PARK(7275)
We accept cash, check, money order, or Visa/Mastercard/American Express for additional permits
