Commuter Lot Parking Update - Effective October 5, 2026

Published on September 28, 2026

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UPDATE (September 30): Commuter Lot Parking Change Will Not Take Effect

The Montclair Parking Utility has announced that the previously proposed 10:00 AM start time for ParkMobile parking at commuter lots, scheduled to take effect October 5, will not go into effect. Existing ParkMobile parking rules will remain in place at this time.
 
The Parking Utility and Township appreciate the feedback received from residents and recognizes that many commuters have come to rely on ParkMobile as part of their regular commuting routines.
 
At the same time, the underlying capacity issue remains, with resident monthly permit holders experiencing difficulty finding available spaces in some commuter lots during the morning commute. The Parking Utility will continue monitoring parking utilization and reviewing options to better balance the needs of monthly permit holders and daily ParkMobile users. Any future changes will be communicated to the public in advance.

 

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Commuter Lot Parking Update - Effective October 5, 2026
 
To help preserve morning parking availability for Montclair residents with monthly commuter permits, daily ParkMobile parking at Montclair commuter lots will only be available beginning at 10:00 AM.
 
This change will help ensure that residents who purchased monthly commuter permits have reliable access to parking during the morning commute, while continuing to offer daily parking after 10:00 AM via ParkMobile. Increased use of daily ParkMobile parking during the morning commute has resulted in resident permit holders frequently arriving to find no available parking.
 
Vehicles using ParkMobile before 10:00 AM will be subject to strict enforcement.
 
For questions, please contact the Montclair Parking Utility at MPU@montclairnj.gov, or 973-509-4997
 
Thank you for your cooperation.
 
Montclair Parking Utility
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