Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Q. I have out of town guests coming to visit….. a. Can they park on the street? b. Where can they park? c. Is there is a charge? d. Does this cover Day and Night? e. How do I pay?
  2. Who is eligible for on street, day and night parking in front of their residence?
  3. Is over night parking in South Orange allowed?
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  1. How much does it cost?
  2. How many Jitney routes do you have and what are they called?
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  1. What is “meter feeding”?
  2. How do you know I am “meter feeding”?
  3. Can I get a ticket for “meter feeding”?
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  1. Do I have to pay for handicap parking?
  2. Do I have to pay more than the first quarter?
  3. Can I park longer than the stated time?
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  1. How does the Pay by Plate machine work?
  2. Does the Pay by Plate machine give change?
  3. Do I have to display my receipt on my dashboard?
  4. Can I use the Pay by Plate machine parking lot and then go to the city?
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  1. Can I park at a meter with my Business/Employee permit?
  2. How can I get a commuter permit?
  3. How do I qualify for a commuter permit?
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  1. How do I get on the waiting list?
  2. How long is the wait?
  3. How do I periodically check my position status?
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  1. How do I pay for a parking ticket in South Orange?
  2. Can the Parking Authority dismiss a ticket?
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  1. If I live on campus can I get a parking permit from the Parking Authority?
  2. If I rent a house or apartment in South Orange am I eligible for the South Orange Avenue zone permit?
  3. If I rent an apartment in a one family or multi-family house in South Orange and there is not enough room on the driveway for me to park, can I get a permit for the street in front of the house?
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