The Hoboken Girl Team 
While most eyes were on the new municipal budget at the April 22nd Hoboken City Council meeting, six proposals related to parking were also introduced. The proposals cover a variety of topics, including how much visitors should pay to park, extending the hours to be metered, and more. City officials say that the changes more accurately reflect what’s needed for people to park and drive in Hoboken, and could serve as an extra revenue stream. Read on for more about these Hoboken parking proposals and what’s next.
About the Changes
The six parking proposals introduced at the April 22nd City Council meeting are primarily focused on adjusting fees, extending enforcement hours, and increasing fines to better manage parking demand, keep up with inflation, and align with state law. There is a 20-day estoppel period before the laws will be enforced. The Hoboken Girl has reached out to the councilmembers who sponsored the proposals and will update this piece when we hear back.
Extended Hours of Metered Parking
Ordinance Amending Article Xvii, Entitled “Metered And Pay Station Parking,” To Extend The Hours Of Metered Parking Enforcement In Designated Business District Zones On Fridays And Saturdays. Sponsored by Councilmembers Phil Cohen + Ruben Ramos.
The proposal extends metered parking enforcement in designated business district zones on Fridays and Saturdays until midnight. Currently, these areas are metered only until 9PM on Fridays and Saturdays. The extension applies to areas such as the Washington Street corridor, the PATH/Hoboken Terminal area, and the waterfront. Hoboken business-district residents with valid Resident On-Street Parking Permits will be exempt from paying parking fees during these extended hours.
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Revised Metered Parking Fees
Ordinance Amending Article Xvii, “Metered And Pay Station Parking,” To Revise Metered Parking Fees For Non-Residents In Permit Parking Zones Retroactive To CPI Increases Since 2023. Sponsored by Councilmember Tiffanie Fisher
This ordinance proposes adjusting metered parking fees for non-residents in permit parking zones, aligning the fees with Consumer Price Index (CPI) increases since 2023. It aims to update fees and bring them in line with inflation, ensuring that the fees remain consistent with the broader economic environment.
Updated Violation Fines
Ordinance Amending Chapter 190-44, “Violations And Penalties,” To Establish Municipal Parking Violation Fines Consistent With N.J.S.A. Title 39. Sponsored by Councilmember Tiffanie Fisher.
This ordinance aims to increase municipal parking violation fines to align with the standard $55 penalty under New Jersey State Law (N.J.S.A. Title 39). It addresses fines for various violations that have not been updated for over six years.
Sale + Use of Temporary No Parking Signs
Ordinance Amending Chapter 190-12.1, “Sale And Use Of Temporary No Parking Signs,” To Revise The Fee Schedule For Temporary No Parking Signs Associated With Construction Activities. Councilmembers Phil Cohen + Ruben Ramos.
This ordinance updates the fee schedule for the use of temporary no-parking signs related to construction activities. It aims to ensure that the fees charged are fair and cover the costs associated with the placement and administration of these signs.
Revised Fee Schedule
Ordinance Amending Chapter 141a, “Parking Permits,” To Revise The Parking Utility’s Fee Schedule For Residential And Visitor Parking Permits. Councilmembers Phil Cohen + Ruben Ramos.
This ordinance revises the fee schedule for residential and visitor parking permits. The new fee structure includes increases for the first, second, and third vehicles in a household, reflecting the growing demand and the city’s need to manage limited curb space effectively.
City-Owned Electric Vehicles
Ordinance Amending Chapter 190-71, “Municipally Managed Electric Vehicle Charging,” To Revise Fees For City-Owned Electric Vehicle Charging Stations. Sponsored by Councilmember Tiffanie Fisher.
This ordinance revises the fees for charging electric vehicles at municipally managed charging stations. It includes increasing the idling fees to discourage vehicles from staying plugged in once fully charged and restructuring the pricing to align more closely with market conditions.
What’s Next
According to City spokesperson Marilyn Baer: The administration and City Council have approved updated parking meter hours in commercial and retail zones along Washington Street, in the PATH/Hoboken Terminal area, and on 1st and 14th Streets, extending enforcement on Friday and Saturday nights from 9PM to midnight. This change reflects the reality that Hoboken’s business districts remain active later into the evening. Extending meter hours is intended to improve on-street parking availability, making it easier for customers to access shops and restaurants that operate beyond 9PM on weekends. By increasing turnover and availability during peak weekend hours, the City can better support local businesses, improve visitor access, and generate needed revenue for the municipal budget. These updated hours are also consistent with policies adopted by several other communities across the state.
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Parking utilization data indicate that approximately 80 to 90 percent of vehicles parked in these commercial and retail zones during the affected hours do not belong to resident parking permit holders. Importantly, residents who live within these business districts and possess valid residential permits will remain exempt from parking meter fees during the extended hours. In addition, residents may take advantage of discounted overnight parking at City municipal garages between 6PM and 8AMfor $6. The City will also offer discounted garage parking for employees of Hoboken businesses, allowing them to park for up to 12 hours during evening shifts for just $6. There is a 20-day grace period for enforcement.
“Extending the time that parking meters are in effect in our business districts is about making sure our parking policies reflect how the district actually operates today,” said Director of Transportation and Parking Ryan Sharp. “On Friday and Saturday nights, the area remains busy. These changes are designed to improve parking availability during peak weekend times so more people can conveniently access our local businesses. That supports our economy and strengthens the City’s financial footing while still protecting residents with parking permits who live in the district.”
As for when enforcement will begin, residents still have a few more weeks. Marilyn Baer said, “The City won’t implement any of the fee changes adopted during the April 22 meeting until Tuesday, May 12, at the earliest, but in some cases, the effective date for some of the amendments may not be implemented until after May 12 due to additional operational considerations that require more lead time. For any of the parking changes, whether it be updated fees, or new extended meter hours on weekends, the City will launch an education campaign to ensure the community is aware of the start date ahead of time, utilizing multiple communication channels, including social media, Nixle, etc. ”
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