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Anchorage Parking Solves Boomtown Woes
13 Jul
Summary
- Downtown Anchorage core population has doubled since 2010.
- New EasyPark program offers long-term parking solutions.
- Monthly cost for a parking spot is $200.
State economists have reported significant population growth in downtown Anchorage's core area. Between L and Cordova streets, the resident population has surged to 1,910, more than double the 2010 figures. This growth is attributed partly to the addition of approximately 130 residential units in recent years, with developers planning more.
In response to this boom and a decline in parking revenue, the city-owned parking agency EasyPark has launched a new program. This initiative offers long-term parking spots on the fifth level of the Fifth Avenue parking garage. The program is available to Alaskans and visitors needing space for vehicles or trailers, provided they meet size restrictions.
EasyPark aims to meet resident demand for secure, long-term parking solutions while improving revenue for garage upkeep. Enhanced security measures, including 24/7 camera monitoring and patrols, now support the program. The monthly fee for a spot is set at $200.
