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Underground parking in America, is quite uncommon in most of its cities. This is in spite of there being an abundance of parking spaces available and most states having requirements for a minimum amount of parking space to be constructed with every building. Parking spaces taking over regions that could be used for housing, commercial properties, etc is a real issue, but why is building underground parking not a widespread solution to it? Advantages of underground parking As mentioned before, underground parking spaces leave room on the surface for residential and commercial use. Besides, it is easier to keep crime in check when parking is based underground since access to it can be controlled more efficiently. Security is needed only the entrance and exit points instead of throughout the parking lot. Parked cars are unseen and do not spoil the view or obstruct sunlight. Cars are also not left exposed to the weather, making them last longer as strong sunlight, rain, and sn

One of the best options for parking overnight or 24hr parking in NYC is the Port Imperial lot near the ferry landing. Parking Garage at Port Imperial near the NY Waterway ferry to get to Manhattan. Parking according to  https://iconparkingsystems.com/  is $50 per day for an indoor lot. A ride into Manhattan via the ferry only takes about 10 minutes and travellers can land at three locations. Those locations are; four blocks short of Times Square on 39th street, Pier 11, or at the World Trade Centre near the Financial District. The ferry is popular because it’s a great way to see the NYC skyline. When driving to New York City parking outside Manhattan and commuting into NYC is the best option to save time, stress and money. For most travellers the best option is to park near a PATH subway station in NJ just off I-95. A popular trend is to pre-book a parking space before you arrive. One of the best options for parking overnight or 24hr parking in NYC is the Port Imperial lot near

When vehicles are parked on the street, along with the sidewalk or anywhere on the street is called On-street parking. In some streets, you can always park your vehicle on the street, but sometimes there are restrictions. There are also on-street parking situations where you need a parking permit to park. The points of difference between On and Off-Street Parking are: Cost and Time of Construction The development cost of on-street parking is relatively low, while the construction cost of off-street parking is relatively high. Also, the time for development and implementation is likely to be shorter for on-street parking than for off-street parking facilities. The approx. time for Development required in on street is relatively short as it includes mainly the selection of site, painting etc. On the other hand, off street takes relatively long as it requires an arrangement for finance, and construction of facilities, as basics. Physical and Operational Requirements On street

A utomated car parking system refers to a mechanical system devised to park a large number of cars in minimum space available. The APS transports cars from one parking space to another, mechanically, without requiring a driver. An APS structure basically stacks cars vertically in levels to eliminate the need for large land spaces. Let’s go through the history of  Automated Parking System. APS was first introduced in 1905 in Paris, France at the Garage Rue de Ponthieu. The necessity for automated parking system works on the basis of one’s need for a space to park and the undersupply of it. A ‘ Paternoster system ‘ was built to park cars, around 1920. It was structured like a Ferris wheel that could adjust eight cars in the space of two cars. The structure became popular as it was easy to operate and occupied lesser space. It could also be incorporated into a building. Concurrently, an APS with the ability to park more than a thousand cars were being installed by Kent Automatic Ga

Before choosing a parking garage, make sure you shop around to avoid scams. Recently, the Department of Transportation (DOT) has been cracking down on construction companies and real estate developers who have been putting up fake parking signs.  More than 80 residents have been given parking tickets for as much as $115, according to Eyewitness News. The good news is the companies that are trying to swindle residents out of their parking spaces have been fined as much as $300. If you’re wondering how people can get away with fake signs – it’s easy. The DOT gives out construction signs to construction companies and developers to help accommodate their workers. Unfortunately, many take advantage and place signs up in areas where there are no construction sites close by. For example, there were illegal signs placed up on streets where the construction site was all the way on a different block. There was even a fake sign that had black tape plastered across the front. If a sign see

Tip the parking attendants in your building's garage or any regular parking garage $25 to $100 per employee for the holidays. Your tip should be in the higher range if you use your car a lot and/or park in an expensive garage. Your mail carrier works hard, but, technically, Postal Service employees are not supposed to accept tips or gifts. Some New Yorkers flout the rules and give a holiday card and a few dollars or a gift card, especially if they get a lot of packages throughout the year.

The holiday season is a time for giving—to your friends, family members, and your super and hairdresser, too. Holiday tipping time can be stressful in New York City. Of course, we'd like to recognize the service professionals who make our lives easier throughout the year, but some of us can't afford to be overly generous. In Manhattan, it's tradition to give a holiday tip to service providers (including apartment building staff, childcare providers, cleaners, and other personal service vendors) during December or early January. It's a sign of appreciation for good service. Although, not seen as an obligation, tips are often counted on by many New York City service providers . If you don't tip, it could be seen as a sign of dissatisfaction or stinginess. What If You're on a Tight Budget? Focus on those service providers who go above and beyond the call of duty to make your life easier. If you truly can't afford to tip someone who gave you good se

The Best Places to Park in NYC The best parking in New York City is to park across the river in NJ. Commuting to Manhattan will only take 15 to 20 minutes. You’ll save because you don’t have to pay the tolls to enter Manhattan and parking in NJ is cheaper. Figuring out how to park in New York City isn’t easy. The best way to cut down on parking costs is first to avoid paying the $14 tolls when you enter Manhattan, Brooklyn or Queens from a bridge or tunnel. If you insist on parking in Manhattan for convenience be prepared to spend at least $30 per day on overnight parking. We suggest if you plan to park in Manhattan  book a parking spot ahead of time and prepay  to avoid the hassles of driving around in traffic and trying to compare rates.

Whether it’s your car, a ZipCar, a U-Haul, or a friend who came to visit, you’re gonna have to park that ride somewhere. And, in New York City, that somewhere is never easy to find. With tens of thousands of cars squeezing through the five boroughs daily, getting used to parking madness can be one of the hardest things to adjust to for NYC newcomers. But, don’t give up that ride just yet; there is a parking spot out there for everyone. The key is knowing where to find it. Here are a few tips to help with your vehicular struggle: 1. Know the Rules Alternate side parking. Parking only from 4pm to 10pm. One-hour parking. No parking. No stopping. And sometimes, standing. Needless to say, there are an infinite number of guidelines and restrictions in the NYC parking game, adding up to a traffic-related, on-street headache. But, like any other system, you have to learn how to work it. Find your block on the Department of Transportation’s virtual map, which shows off your neighborh

They certainly could... as long as a bill is written and it gets passed into law, just like any other piece of legislation proposed by City lawmakers. The real question is whether it would be worthwhile to do so. People who live in some parts of Manhattan claim it's tough to find parking near their own homes because people who commute into the City (from places like Westchester, New Jersey and Connecticut) take up all the spots when they commute into the City for work. For example, it's cheaper to park for free on a street near the George Washington Bridge and pay $5.50 for a round-trip subway ride downtown, than it is to drive downtown and pay north of $25/day to park in a paid lot or garage. Even people who live in Riverdale or Co-Op City -- within the Bronx, but not near any subway lines -- might prefer to hunt for parking near a subway station, rather than paying to drive and park downtown. This could become even more prevalent once the City's congestion pricing