Lot 2: Avenue Parking Garage, North Boulevard east of Oak Park Avenue

Parking permits are sold and renewed quarterly. Existing permit holders are given the first opportunity to purchase a renewal permit before the start of the quarter. Any remaining permits that are available go on sale on the first available Saturday after the permit quarter begins and remain available throughout the quarter on a first-come, first-served basis. Please contact Parking Services at parkingservices@oak-park.us for more information on the next available open sales date. 

Parking permits are not automatically renewed. Parking permits may be renewed three weeks prior to the start of each calendar quarter. Permits renewals can be made online, by mail, or at the Parking Service Center at Village Hall either in person or via a drop box at 123 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The drop box is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days per week.

The Village sends renewal letters via email to existing permit holders as a courtesy. The reminder does not guarantee a new permit. Deadlines for mail and online renewals is approximately six business days prior to the end of the quarter. Permit holders are responsible for purchasing a current permit on time.

Please be aware that failure to renew a permit prior to the deadline may result in losing the parking permit in the desired location. All unpaid parking citations and other fines due the Village MUST be paid in full in order to be eligible to purchase a permit. The Village accepts cash, checks and credit cards. Call 708.358.7275 for more information.

Vehicles may be ticketed or permit forfeited for failure to comply with these restrictions:

1. Vehicle License - All vehicles owned by Oak Park residents must have a current Oak Park vehicle license. All vehicles must display license plates with a valid vehicle registration license.
   
   
2. Transfer or Reissue – Parking permits are not transferable unless authorized by the Village. Permit holders must report any change in vehicle, vehicle owner, address or license plate information to the Village. Failure to do so will result in the permit being deemed invalid. Permits issued to individuals who provide false or inaccurate information, or who fail to notify the Village of changes in the information submitted with the permit application will be deemed invalid, resulting in the loss of parking privileges. If authorized, the Village will reissue a permit that is lost or requested to be transferred for an administrative fee of $5.
   
   
3. Refunds - If you are moving or are no longer in need of your permit, you may apply for a refund by peeling off the decal and returning it to the Village. Refunds, if approved, are prorated for the remainder of the quarter. Refunds will not be made to an individual if the permit was issued through a voucher (i.e. a landlord account) or if purchased under a Village corporate account.
   
   
4. How to Park in Stall - All vehicles must be parked front-end first within the marked parking stall. Do not back into a stall. Vehicles may occupy only one parking space and must not protrude into the driving aisles or adjoining spaces. Vehicles exceeding the space allocated for a single stall are subject to being ticketed for failure to have a permit, as the permit is not valid for two spaces. In addition, the Village may revoke or cancel any permit issued to a vehicle that is too large to park within a single stall. Vehicles may not be repaired or serviced while parked in the lot. Vehicles must be in operating condition or will be ticketed and/or towed. Vehicles cannot be covered. Parking facilities are intended for vehicle storage and lawful parking activities only. Camping, lodging or residing in a vehicle within any Village parking facility is prohibited. Vehicles found being used for such purposes may be subject to permit revocation.
   
   
   
5. Vehicle Circulation - Vehicles shall not occupy the same stall for more than 10 consecutive days, unless pre-authorized by Parking Services. Vehicles may be excluded from all or part of the lot at any time, for maintenance, repairs or snow removal. Permits are subject to revocation by the Village for failure to circulate. Excluding emergency services and snow removal, in the event the Village needs access to the parking spaces for maintenance or repairs, the Village will give 72 hours prior notice of the date and anticipated duration of the planned repairs or maintenance. The Village will use its best efforts to relocate the permitted vehicles to a location in the surrounding area for the duration of the repairs. All terms and conditions herein apply to the alternative parking space.

Treat your access credentials carefully. You are responsible for its use in accordance with these restrictions. If you lose your access credentials, please report its loss to the Village of Oak Park Parking & Mobility Services Department at 708.358.7275 to avoid financial liability if it is used improperly. Parking privileges will be revoked upon improper use of access credentials or permit.

1. An approved access credential is necessary for you to gain access to the garage. The access credential that must be scanned upon entrance ensures that only designated permit holder enter and exit parking facility in accordance with the appropriate permit times issued.
2. Your access credential is only valid during specific dates for which you have purchased a quarterly parking permit. It is only functional during the time of day associated with the permit you have purchased (ex. Day, Night, 24-hour). Daily and nightly permit holders are required to enter/exit garage during permit hours established by the Village or else you will charged an accrued difference.
3. Access credentials are not transferrable and cannot be used by any vehicle except the one registered to the permit.
4. To raise the gate, your access credential must be scanned. The gate will close automatically after driving past the gate.
5. Permit holders that pull a ticket to gain entry to the garage rather than using the access credential are responsible for paying applicable daily fees and may become ineligible for permit purchase/renewal.
6. Your access credential works on a cycle, you must use it every time you enter and exit the garage. This keeps it active and operational for the assigned facility. Not doing so will disallow entry and exit on your next usage as the access credential only allows for entry followed by an exit.
7. Access credentials are assigned to a specific vehicle. Use of the credential by any other vehicle may result in a fine for illegal parking.
8. If an access credential is lost or stolen, the applicant will be required to pay replacement fee.
9. If you have problems with your access credential, please see security to exit the garage. Contact the Parking & Mobility Services Department at 708.358.7275.

Cards are limited and are sold on a first-come, first sold basis. Cards are non-refundable/non-transferable.

30-Day Use Card Description

Cards are available for a limited number of parking spaces in this garage. The prepaid card is sold in the form of a barcoded keycard for $228.90 per calendar month ($220 + $8.90 Cook County tax) and provides for parking 24 hours a day in the garage.

A single use is defined as one entry and one exit within 24 hours. 30-Day Use Cards may be purchased each month beginning on or about the twenty fifth of the month (see schedule list below) and will continue until cards are sold out. Cards are sold on a first come first serve basis. 30-Day Use Cards are non-refundable. Cards are valid from 12:01 a.m. on the 1st calendar day of the month and cards will expire on the 1st day of the following month at noon regardless of use.

How to Use the 30-Day Use Card

Upon entry into the parking garage, the card holder must scan the bar-coded card at the entry gate to allow garage access. When you are ready to exit the garage, scan the barcode card at the exit gate, to exit the facility.

Note: Treat your card carefully. The Village will not replace lost or stolen cards.

If you believe your card is damaged, please stop by the Holley Court Parking Garage Security Office, 1125 Ontario, Monday - Friday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for assistance.

Card Valid Dates

Cards are valid during the following days beginning at noon. 

Jan. 1 - Feb. 1
Feb. 1 - March 1
March 1 - April 1
April 1 - May 1
May 1 - June 1
June 1 - July 1
July 1 - Aug. 1
Aug. 1 - Sept. 1
Sept. 1 - Oct. 1
Oct. 1 - Nov. 1
Nov. 1 - Dec. 1
Dec. 1 - Jan. 1