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San Marcos will require paid parking for nonresidents at City Park beginning July 1; residents may register free

5489894 · July 28, 2025
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Summary

The City of San Marcos announced that, effective July 1, visitors who do not live within city limits must pay to park at City Park; residents may register up to five vehicles for free with proof of city address, and registrations will be reviewed within three to five business days.

The City of San Marcos announced that beginning July 1, visitors to City Park who do not live inside the San Marcos city limits will be required to pay for parking. City of San Marcos residents may park for free after registering their vehicles and providing proof of a San Marcos address.

Acceptable proof of residency listed by the city includes a valid driver’s license showing a San Marcos address, a current San Marcos utility statement, another utility statement accompanied by photo identification, a rental or housing contract with photo identification, or an enhanced library card. The city said applicants’ information will be reviewed and they should receive a response within three to five business days.

Residents may register up to five vehicles per address. The city directs users to its website, sanmarcostx.gov/paidparking, and to click the “Register Your Vehicle Here” button to begin the process.

The announcement did not cite a specific ordinance or fee schedule in the public transcript; the city’s web page on paid parking is the stated source for registration and operational details. The change is effective July 1 as announced.