Andover MA parking lot hours and rates
Municipal Lot 1 behind Old Town Hall costs $1 per hour. You face a 10-hour max stay. Enforcement runs Monday to Saturday from 8am to 6pm. Municipal Lot 2 between Park Street and Bartlet Street costs $0.50 per hour. It shares the same 10-hour max and hours. These rates started in April 2024.
Downtown municipal lots
| Lot | Location | Rate | Max Time | Enforced Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal Lot 1 | Behind Old Town Hall | $1 per hour | 10 hours | Mon to Sat 8am to 6pm |
| Municipal Lot 2 | Between Park St and Bartlet St | $0.50 per hour | 10 hours | Mon to Sat 8am to 6pm |
You pay no fee outside posted hours. Check signs at the lot entrance for changes.
How to pay
Pay at on-site kiosks or use the Passport Parking app. Enter your space number. Pick your time. Pay up front. Keep your receipt. Display the ticket or app confirmation on your dashboard if signs say so.
Nearby street parking limits
Short-term street parking near these lots limits you to 1 hour:
- Park Street from Main to Florence Street: 1-hour max unless posted otherwise.
- Barnard Street from Main to Bartlet Street: 1-hour max.
Look out for loading zones and 15-minute spots. Fines start at $25.
Free park-and-ride options
Park for free at these spots:
- Shawsheen Square: 34 spaces. Move your car by midnight or risk a tow.
- Dascomb Road: 154 spaces, open 24 hours. Overnight parking carries risk.
Try Harold Parker State Forest lots too. They charge $5 for Massachusetts residents or $20 for others. Hours run 8am to 5:30pm in season.
Tips to save time and avoid fines
- Read every sign. Check hours, max time, and temp rules.
- Use the Passport app. Start parking, extend it, and get alerts.
- Move your car within 2 hours after a ticket to dodge another one.
- Arrive early for downtown events. Lots fill fast.
- Pick street spots for quick stops. Use lots for longer stays.
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Paying or appealing tickets
Pay tickets online. Appeal by mail to the Parking Clerk. Save your receipt or app history for disputes.
Rates change for projects or events. Check the town website or signs before you park.