Myths vs. Facts About Private Parking Management

Legitimate companies operate under strict laws and regulations. They cannot arbitrarily issue notices or set fees. Every enforcement action must follow local ordinances, with clear signage, transparent fees, and appeal rights for drivers.

Fees exist to deter unauthorized parking and cover enforcement costs. When drivers misuse private lots, they deny spaces to paying customers and disrupt businesses. The fees ensure fairness and access for those who are supposed to park there.

Laws require that clear and visible signage be posted at entrances and throughout the lot. Signs must state the terms of parking, possible violations, and applicable fees. Without proper signage, enforcement isn’t valid.

Every legitimate parking management company must provide a dispute and appeals process. Drivers can contest notices with evidence, and appeals are reviewed fairly. This system ensures accountability and driver protections.

Parking management companies operate on behalf of property owners and are bound by state and local regulations. They cannot invent rules outside what the law allows.

Enforcement keeps fire lanes and emergency routes open, ensures handicap spaces are available, and protects businesses by keeping customer parking accessible. Responsible management serves the entire community.

Drivers always have options: pay the fee, appeal it, or in some cases seek mediation. The system is built on transparency and fairness, not entrapment.