Areawide Parking Study
The City of West Palm Beach is conducting a parking study to better understand parking conditions in parts of Flamingo Park, Sunshine Park, El Cid, Grandview Heights, Mango Promenade to identify potential strategies to improve access for residents, businesses, and visitors. The study is intended to be data-driven and community informed. We anticipate beginning the study in December 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the City conducting a parking study?
The Flamingo Park neighborhood experiences a variety of parking challenges due to its proximity to Downtown, the waterfront, Dixie Highway businesses, and regional transportation facilities. The study will help the City understand current conditions and evaluate options to improve parking management.
Is the City planning to implement Residential Permit Parking (RPP)?
No decisions have been made. The purpose of the study is to collect data, hear from the community, and evaluate potential solutions. Residential Permit Parking is one of many tools that could be considered if supported by the findings.
Will paid parking be introduced?
The study will evaluate all parking management strategies, including opportunities associated with the Florida East Coast (FEC) Railway right-of-way. Any recommendations would require additional public discussion and City consideration before implementation.
What area is included in the study?
The study area generally includes:
What issues will the study examine?
The study will examine:
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Parking availability and utilization.
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Spillover parking from Dixie Highway businesses.
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Long-term parking on residential streets.
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Existing signage and parking regulations.
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Enforcement practices and compliance.
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Future impacts from development and the Norton Museum expansion.
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Opportunities associated with the FEC right-of-way.
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The influence of new mobility options, including "The West Palm Move."
How will parking data be collected?
Consultants will collect parking utilization data on representative weekdays and weekends during both daytime and evening hours. Parking supply, curb regulations, and parking behavior will also be documented throughout the study area.
How can residents participate?
Residents will have several opportunities to participate:
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Complete an online survey.
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Attend public meetings.
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Share concerns and priorities with City staff.
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Review and comment on draft recommendations before they are finalized.
Will businesses have an opportunity to provide input?
Yes. The study is intended to understand the relationship between residential and commercial parking demand. Businesses, property owners, and other stakeholders will be invited to participate in the engagement process.
Is this study related to the Norton Museum expansion?
The study will consider how the planned Norton Museum expansion and associated changes to access, circulation, events, and parking may affect nearby streets and neighborhoods. The study is broader than any one project and will evaluate overall neighborhood conditions.
Will "The West Palm Move" be considered?
Yes. The study will qualitatively evaluate how new transit and on-demand mobility services, including The West Palm Move, may influence future parking demand and travel behavior.
Will the City remove existing parking spaces?
The study itself will not remove parking spaces. It will provide recommendations that may include changes to parking regulations, signage, curb management, or parking operations. Any future changes would be considered separately and with public input.
How long will the study take?
The study is anticipated to occur over several months and includes data collection, public engagement, analysis, and presentation of findings before recommendations are finalized.
What happens after the study is complete?
The consultant will prepare a summary memorandum and recommendations for City consideration. The City will review the findings and determine whether any actions should be pursued
Will my street automatically receive parking restrictions if parking is found to be a problem?
No. The study is intended to identify issues and potential solutions. Any future parking changes would be evaluated independently and would likely involve additional public engagement and policy discussions.
What is the ultimate goal of the study?
The goal is to develop practical, implementable strategies that balance the needs of residents, businesses, and visitors while preserving neighborhood character and improving access throughout the area.