Birmingham Public Parking Rates Increasing This Summer

The Birmingham Parking Authority will raise rates at its facilities for the first time in over 15 years, effective July 1.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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The Birmingham Parking Authority (BPA) announced that it will increase parking rates at its public lots and decks for the first time in more than 15 years, effective July 1. The rate hikes are intended to better align BPA's pricing with the current Birmingham parking market and comparable cities. The additional revenue will fund upgrades, repairs, new technology, and improved customer service at BPA facilities.

Why it matters

As Birmingham's downtown continues to grow and evolve, the BPA's rate adjustments aim to strike a balance between keeping parking affordable and generating revenue to maintain and improve the city's public parking infrastructure. This move reflects the need to modernize Birmingham's parking system to meet the demands of residents, businesses, and visitors.

The details

The new rates will affect all BPA properties, with varying increases based on location. Parking decks will see a $3 first-hour charge and $1.50 for each additional hour, with a $14 daily maximum. The Avondale Village lot will have a $3 first-hour charge, $1 for each additional hour, and a $10 daily maximum. The Morris Avenue lots will have a $2 first-hour charge, $1 for each additional hour, and an $8 daily maximum. Monthly parking rates will also increase by an average of $10 per month, ranging from $80 to $105 depending on the location.

  • The new parking rates will go into effect on July 1, 2026.
  • The Birmingham Parking Authority last updated its rates more than 15 years ago.

The players

Birmingham Parking Authority

The organization responsible for managing public parking facilities in Birmingham, Alabama.

André Davis

The CEO of the Birmingham Parking Authority.

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What they’re saying

“While we are committed to keeping parking affordable, and rates as low as possible, we also recognize the need to update both our rates and our facilities in order to better serve the public. The additional revenue will go back into the parking system to pay for upgrades and repairs to our decks and lots, invest in new technology, and improve customer service.”

— André Davis, CEO, Birmingham Parking Authority (bhamnow.com)

What’s next

The Birmingham Parking Authority will implement the new parking rates across all of its facilities on July 1, 2026.

The takeaway

The Birmingham Parking Authority's decision to raise parking rates for the first time in over 15 years reflects the need to modernize the city's public parking infrastructure and align with current market conditions. The additional revenue will be reinvested to improve the parking experience for residents, businesses, and visitors in Birmingham.