The Eliot Parking Task Force met with Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) over the summer and they talked about a number of changes. As you may know, last year’s permit program for Zone V was not very effective at discouraging Moda Center event-goers from parking in our neighborhood. However, this year the City proposed a new plan, we made some tweaks and it is just taking a little bit longer to implement. We’re seeing December 31st as the implementation date.

One issue that we worked with the City on was trying to add the missing link on N Flint avenue between N Tillamook and N Hancock to the permit area. ODOT engineers say the N Flint bridge across I-5 is strong enough to support parked cars and we have lots of pictures documenting cars parked on the bridge. ODOT has denied this request saying that “because construction staging space is very limited in this area, it needs to be reserved and available for the contractor to use during project construction”.

From ODOT’s project website, it looks like “phase 1A” has started construction. This project appears to be bridge maintenance and stormwater facility construction only- unrelated to the main part of the Rose Quarter project that we have been fighting against. These two pieces of the project are 0.8 miles and 0.5 miles away from the project site on the shortest routes to these two projects. Storing materials on bridges is not always the best idea since some previous bridge collapses have been connected with extra materials and weight being stored on them, but I’m sure ODOT’s engineers know this and are taking precautions.

We are disappointed to see ODOT unwilling to take simple action to free up parking near the first 2 residential buildings downhill from I-5 in 50 years. ‘Albina One’, which just opened, and ‘Analog’ which has been open only a few years. We urge ODOT to reconsider this decision.

For more information on the parking zone changes, see this from PBOT or visit their webpage:

Zone V Permit Changes Coming Soon

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is expanding the Zone V permit area in the Eliot neighborhood with some changes. Permits make it easier for those who live and work in Eliot to find on-street parking during large events in and around the Rose Quarter. See map below. PBOT will begin installing new pay stations and “Pay to Park” signs soon. The Zone V expanded area and new rules go into effect Dec. 31. Here’s what’s new for visitors without a Zone V permit when the Lloyd Event District is active: – Pay-to-park for on-street spaces (up to $5/hour) – 5-hour time limit – Rules apply year-round For Zone V permit holders when the Lloyd Event District is active: – No payment required – No time restrictions PBOT is installing new pay stations and “Pay to Park” signs soon. The Zone V expanded area and new rules go into effect Dec. 31

Sign up now Residents in the areas of the map—plus businesses, nonprofits, and their employees—may sign up for Zone V permits. PBOT uses a license plate-based system and does not issue physical permits. Apply, submit documents, pay, and manage permits through our online system. Visit Portland.gov/EliotParking to get started.  Resident permits The cost of an annual Zone V permit is $135 with two discounted rates of $50 or $105 depending on income. Households can purchase one annual guest permit for $100 and up to 100 daily guest permits in packs of 10 for $22. Income-based discounts have been changed. Percentage thresholds have been adjusted to help ensure the Zone V program is self-sustaining. Employee permits Employees in the shaded areas of the map who need to park for work may purchase an annual Zone V permit for $135. Two discounted rates of $50 or $105 are also available, depending on income. Employees may not purchase guest permits. Business and nonprofit permits Businesses and nonprofits operating in the shaded areas of the map are eligible to purchase guest permits for vendors or visitors. Businesses and non-profits can purchase one annual guest permit for $100 and up to 100 daily guest permits in packs of 10 for $22.  Need Assistance Applying for Your Permit? PBOT Parking Permits PBOTParkingPermits@portlandoregon.gov503-823-2777 Stay informed For more information, including permit details or schedule, or to sign up for our email list that will notify you when the Lloyd Event District is active, visit Portland.gov/EliotParking