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Raleigh launches free downtown parking pilot program

Dreaming of free downtown parking? Snooze no longer — the City of Raleigh is launching a pilot program Friday, Nov. 15, and we’ve got the details you need.

Blount Street Parking Deck

Blount street parking deck is one of four free decks in Raleigh until January.

Photo via City of Raleigh

The City of Raleigh’s free parking pilot launches this Friday, Nov. 15, and it includes five city parking decks. Drivers will be able to park at no cost for two hours once per weekday from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m.

Parking decks included in the pilot program include:

  • Blount Street Deck, 314 Blount St.
  • City Center Deck, 429 S. Wilmington St.
  • Moore Square Deck, 233 S. Wilmington St.
  • Municipal Complex Deck, 201 W. Morgan St.
  • Wilmington Street Station Deck, 117 S. Wilmington St.

City owned parking decks not included in the program will remain free after 7 p.m. on weekdays + weekends.
Free parking at the designated decks will run until January, aiming to attract traffic to local businesses. As the holidays roll in, this marks the perfect time to shop local, eat local gems, and enjoy activities downtown.

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