Loading zones and short-term parking provide access and loading for people or goods. They are marked by signs and/or curb paint which specify the hours, time limit and type of each zone. Every zone is open for use by the public, even if a business or organization sponsors the zone.
Cards
Zone Name
Passenger Loading
Color
White
General Information
Five-minute passenger loading open to all types of vehicles. Drivers stay in the vehicle (except for zones at daycares, preschools, and hospitals).
Placement
Locations with significant demand for passenger loading (restaurants, bars), institutions (religious institutions, hospitals, schools), and large residential or office buildings.
Fees
Yes
Link
/node/24184
Zone Name
General Loading
Color
White
General Information
Five-minute loading or unloading of goods or passengers. Open to all types of vehicles. Driver may leave the vehicle.
Placement
Businesses with a significant number of quick goods pick-ups and drop-offs. Busy, dense commercial corridors or blocks where they can serve multiple businesses.
Fees
Yes
Link
/node/24192
Zone Name
Commercial Loading
Color
Yellow
General Information
Commercial loading (goods) for trucks and other vehicle types with commercial license plates.
Placement
Locations with significant number of deliveries.
Fees
No
Link
/node/24191
Zone Name
6-Wheel Commercial Loading
Color
Yellow
General Information
Commercial loading for 6-wheeled trucks with commercial license plates (FedEx, UPS, box trucks, etc.).
Placement
Locations with significant number of deliveries from commercial vehicles with 6 or more wheels (this includes parcel step vans).
Fees
No
Link
/node/24191
Zone Name
Short-Term Parking
Color
Green
General Information
Time limited parking (10, 15 and 30 minutes).
Placement
Locations with short customer trips such as dry cleaners, banks, ATMs, libraries, and post offices.
Fees
Yes
Link
/node/24193
Zone Name
Dual-Use
Color
White
General Information
Two types of loading in the same curb space at different times throughout the day.
Placement
Locations where the loading needs are different at different times of day (i.e. commercial loading in the morning and passenger loading in the evening).
Fees
Yes
Link
/node/44334
Fees
There are application, installation, and renewal fees associated with passenger loading, short-term parking, general loading, and dual-use zones. Government agencies providing public services, and non-profits that provide free services exclusively to seniors and people with disabilities, are exempt from fees. Application fees are non-refundable and cover the cost of the site assessment and the public notification and comment process. Installation fees are due once a zone is approved. Renewal fees are due every two years.
Application Process
Businesses or entities that need curb access may apply for a loading zone or short-term parking. For a more detailed explanation of the application and approval process please visit the How to apply for Loading and Short-Term Parking webpage.
If you have questions about whether you are eligible for loading or short-term parking or what type of zone is best suited to your business or organization's needs, please contact the Curb Access team before you apply.
To apply for a loading or short-term parking zone please visit the Curb Zone Application Webpage.