St. Cloud Lifts Winter Parking Restrictions

(KNSI) – St. Cloud’s winter parking restrictions expired today, Wednesday, April 1st, ending the seasonal rules that have been in place since November.

The restrictions, which were in effect for five months, were designed to keep roadways safe by allowing proper snow removal, according to Luke Langner, Public Services Director for the City of St. Cloud.

With restrictions now lifted, normal parking rules resume. Residents are still encouraged to be mindful of city guidelines as spring conditions can bring additional maintenance needs on local roadways.

Here is what drivers need to know:

On-street meters are the premium curbside option, running $1.50 per hour from 6:00 a.m. until 2:00 a.m., with a maximum of three hours. No parking is allowed between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. to allow for maintenance. Meters are enforced seven days a week at all hours. Parking is free on City Observed Holidays

City parking lots offer a free option on weekdays after 5:00 p.m. until 2:00 a.m., and all day on weekends. During weekday daytime hours, the rate is $1.00 per hour from 6:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., with a maximum of five hours. No parking is allowed between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. Parking is free on City Observed Holidays. Lot locations are shown in light blue on the city’s parking map.

Parking ramps are also $1.00 per hour from 6:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., with a maximum daily charge of $10.00. Ramps are free on weekdays after 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. and all day on weekends. Parking is free on City Observed Holidays. Ramp locations are shown in dark blue on the city’s parking map.

The ParkMobile app is available at more than 3,500 parking spaces in Downtown St. Cloud. New stickers and signage have been posted throughout the Central Business District with information on how to pay using the app. For customer service, call 877-727-5457.

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