Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga, in collaboration with the Chattanooga Parking Authority, CARTA, and private lot owners, is launching a multi-phase initiative aimed at enhancing the downtown parking experience. The initiative will introduce several improvements to make parking more convenient, accessible, and cost-effective for residents, visitors, and businesses.
Mayor Kelly addressed the challenges that come with the city’s growth, stating in a video, “We’ve heard from businesses, residents, and visitors that our current system is not working as well as it should. That’s why my administration has taken a fresh look at how we can improve parking. Stay tuned for more exciting announcements about how we’re making parking downtown easier and better for everyone.”
One key aspect of the initiative is the launch of CARTA’s Park-n-Ride Northshore Express Shuttle, which will provide an affordable and reliable transportation option during the closure of the Walnut Street Bridge. This service will make it easier for residents and visitors to park near downtown and access popular Northshore destinations.
In addition, the city plans to introduce better signage, upgraded technologies, and more payment options to simplify the process of finding and paying for parking. Partnerships with downtown businesses and private lot owners will also offer incentives such as parking credits to further improve the parking experience.