Augusta Leases New Downtown Parking Lots as Broad Street Construction Shifts

City aims to support local businesses during roadwork by adding free public parking options.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The city of Augusta, Georgia has leased two additional downtown parking lots to help alleviate parking challenges and support local businesses along Broad Street. Beginning Monday, construction on Broad Street will shift into the median between Fifth and Sixth Streets, requiring the closure of inside lanes in both directions while the outside lanes remain open for through traffic.

Why it matters

As downtown Augusta undergoes major roadwork, the city is taking steps to ensure continued access and support for local businesses by leasing new public parking lots. This will help mitigate the impact of lane closures and disruptions caused by the construction project.

The details

The two new parking lots are now fully available to the public free of charge, with no designated time restrictions. Visitors are encouraged to use the spaces thoughtfully to ensure convenient access for everyone. The Broad Street construction will shift to the median between Fifth and Sixth Streets, requiring the closure of the inside lanes in both the eastbound and westbound directions, while the outside lanes will remain open for through traffic. On-street parking directly alongside buildings will remain available, and sidewalk access to businesses will not be affected.

  • Beginning Monday, Broad Street construction will shift into the median between Fifth and Sixth Streets.

The players

Augusta

The city of Augusta, Georgia.

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The takeaway

By leasing new public parking lots and maintaining access to businesses during Broad Street construction, Augusta is demonstrating a commitment to supporting its local downtown merchants and ensuring the continued vitality of the city's commercial district.