Austin's Affordable Parking Program gives you access to reduced-rate monthly passes at six downtown garages. Here's what you need to know:
Affordable Parking Garages and Rates
| Garage | Address | Monthly Rate | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Hall Garage | 301 W. Second St. | $50 | 1:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. weekdays, 6 a.m. to 5 a.m. weekends |
| Waller Creek Center | 625 E. 10th St. | $50 | 4:45 p.m. to 5:15 a.m. daily |
| Austin Centre Garage | 701 Brazos St. | $60 (plus tax) | 3 p.m. to 7 a.m. weekdays, all day weekends |
| 300 West Sixth Garage | 300 W. Sixth St. | $74 (plus tax) | 4 p.m. to 7 a.m. weekdays, all day weekends |
| 816 Colorado Garage | 816 Colorado St. | $60 (plus tax) | 4 p.m. to 7 a.m. weekdays, all day weekends |
| One Texas Center Garage | 505 Barton Springs Road | $40 | Limited to service and entertainment industry workers |
How to Apply
For City Hall Garage or Waller Creek Center: Complete the application and email MobilityServices@austintexas.gov. Then contact the admin team at (512) 974-7857 to submit your application fee and purchase your monthly pass.
For Austin Centre Garage or 816 Colorado Garage: Contact Douglas Barber at douglas.barber@peakparking.com or call 737-208-0211.
For 300 West Sixth Garage: Email 300WParking@metropolis.io.
For One Texas Center Garage: You must work in the entertainment or service industries within downtown Austin's pay-to-park areas. Provide proof of employment, then pay $40 per month in advance by the 7th business day of each month. Payments are non-refundable.
Key Details
Most passes are first-come, first-served. All rates shown include any applicable taxes unless noted otherwise. Operating hours vary by location, so check if the garage is open during the times you need to park. Payment methods and deadlines differ by garage, so confirm these details when you contact the specific location.
Using Sidekick's vehicle ownership calculator helps you budget for parking as part of your total vehicle costs alongside insurance, maintenance, and fuel.