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Board backs exploring summer daytime free parking, asks staff for utilization and revenue data

Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority · May 12, 2026
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Summary

DDA members discussed supporting the city's exploration of free daytime parking in surface lots and garages during summer months, requested utilization and revenue reports to guide any policy recommendation, and noted CRA studies on metering and potential garage construction.

Board members at the May 11 meeting expressed support for exploring a summer-time approach to downtown parking that would reduce daytime fees in surface lots and potentially keep some garages free during daytime hours to encourage retail activity.

The discussion began after merchant testimony urging daytime relief; a board member said he personally…

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