MenuParkLink - City of Raleigh Parking Program
Information to Assist with Parking in Raleigh
Outsourced since 2000, Raleigh's on-street parking program was returned under City management and staff on June 1, 2010 with the goal of providing greater professionalism and improved customer service.
"ParkLink" is the branded program name which is seen on all City-owned parking facilities as well as on the uniforms and vehicles of our City employees. ParkLink is responsible for parking enforcement, collections, parking meters, permits and maintenance/improvements of all City-owned parking decks and lots.
Customer Service
Our street level office is located on Wilmington Street in One Bank of America Plaza, directly across from the Cabarrus Street intersection. We trust you will find the office to be a pleasant environment to conduct your business or request assistance.
Office Hours
- 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday to Friday except for City-observed holidays.
- Phone: 919-996-3996.
- E-mail: parklink@raleighnc.gov
Downtown Metered Parking
Pay parking is in effect from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday to Friday. Downtown parking pay stations/meters accept coins, credit cards, and debit cards.
Using Raleigh's Parking Pay Stations >>
Parking Enforcement
Field Agents endeavor to conduct enforcement with fairness and impartiality. Agents do not have the power or the ability to cancel a citation/ticket once it has been issued. The only way it can be dealt with is by paying the fine or by appealing the citation/ticket.
Paying a Citation
There are three ways to pay a parking fine: by mail, online payment or in person at the City's Revenue Services Lobby located on the first floor of the Avery C Upchurch Municipal Complex, 222 West Hargett Street.
Appealing a Parking Citation
The ParkLink program provides an appeal process for individuals who feel unjustly cited for a parking violation. Appeals must be received not later than twenty-one (21) days from the date of issuance of the ticket.
Residential Permit Program
The Residential Permit Parking program was adopted by City Council many years ago to free up on-street parking for neighborhood residents by restricting non-residents from parking all day. For more information, contact Customer Service at 919-996-3996.
Off-Street Parking
All City-owned parking facilities are operated under contract by McLaurin Parking. For concerns with a parking facility or more information, contact McLaurin Parking at 919-833-7522.
Download Downtown Parking Facility Map
Staff
Field Agents enforce all City of Raleigh parking ordinances to maintain order and convenience for the benefit of all users. Agents strive to provide a high level of customer service by assisting customers in operating the pay stations and answering questions about parking or way finding.
Customer Service staff is also available to answer any parking-related questions or concerns, assist citizens with parking problems, issue permits, process payments, review account histories and provide information about appealing a ticket.
See our Frequently Asked Questions for answers to other questions about parking issues or ordinances.
If you can not find what you are looking for in the FAQ's please contact a Customer Service Representative at 919-996-3996 for further assistance.
