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The High Cost of Free Parking
- The biggest problem with parking is its price, which is often too cheap.
- Free parking isn't truly free; the costs are passed on to everyone through higher prices and taxes.
Cruising for Parking: A Costly Exercise
- A study in Manhattan found 28% of drivers cruised for parking, creating unnecessary congestion.
- In Los Angeles, a study revealed cruising for parking added up to 3,600 vehicle miles daily in a small area.
Parking Requirements and Urban Sprawl
- Minimum parking requirements, common in city planning, contribute to urban sprawl and make walking less pleasant.
- These requirements, based on the assumption of free parking, necessitate larger parking areas, increasing distances and hindering walkability.