Parking is important for both residents and visitors. There are more than 1,000 parking spaces on city streets and in municipal parking lots in the downtown core. The City's Clerk's Department - Legislative Services Division ensures that parking by-laws are followed so that everyone has fair and equal access to parking.
Downtown Parking Study
Map of Municipal Parking Lots
| Special Notice Regarding Monthly Permit Parking for 2018 |
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Through the 2018 Budget process, a increase to Permit Parking was approved. The new rates will be in affect January 1, 2018. New rates are as follows:
- Permit Parking Fee - Interior Lots (Lots #7 and #11) - $60.00 (plus applicable taxes) per month
- Permit Parking Fee - Exterior Lots (Lots #3, #6, and #14) - $50.00 (plus applicable taxes) per month
Changes in Rates
The City reserves the right to revise monthly parking rates. Those who have prepaid their parking permit fees will be required to pay the difference between the old and new rates. If you lose your parking permit, you can obtain a replacement permit; a $5.00 administrative fee (plus HST) will apply.
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| Accessible Parking |
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In order to park in a designated accessible person parking space, you must display an approved Ministry of Transportation Accessible Parking Permit.
The fine for parking in an accessible space without a proper permit is $350.00.
Both on-street and off-street accessible spaces are available in the downtown area.
Parking in any accessible space in the downtown is free, however, parking in any metered space in the downtown requires payment, even if an Accessible Parking Permit is displayed.
Map of accessible parking locations
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| Monthly Permit Parking |
| There are a limited number of monthly permit parking spaces available in the City's downtown area parking lots.
Monthly permits are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can be purchased by attending the Orillia City Centre, 50 Andrew Street South (First Floor), Monday to Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
| Things You Should Know |
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Permit Parking Fee - Interior Lots (Lots #7 and #11) - $60.00 (plus applicable taxes) per month
Permit Parking Fee - Exterior Lots (Lots #3, #6, and #14) - $50.00 (plus applicable taxes) per month
- A permit entitles users to "Monday to Sunday" use of the permit parking area
- Permit spaces that are not prepaid at least 30 days prior to the start of the month will be made available to others
- Permit parking spaces are not guaranteed; Council may remove or re-locate permit parking spaces if deemed necessary
- Current permits (with month and lot number) must be displayed in the front of your vehicle and be clearly visible through the windshield
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| If Parking Lot is Full |
| If your permit parking lot is full and you need to park at a metered location, call 705-325-2313 and provide your licence plate number and permit number to avoid being ticketed. |
| No Overnight Parking |
| A monthly permit does not entitle parking in the lots between 12:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. from November 15 to April 15. |
| Refunds |
| Refunds will only be issued on full month permits prior to the beginning of the month. Please have the permit with you if you are seeking a refund. |
| Personal Information Collected |
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Personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, under the authority of the Municipal Act, and will be used by the Clerk's Department and Treasury Department for parking notice changes due to construction, maintenance or closure.
Please direct any questions you have about the collection of personal information to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, 50 Andrew St. S., Suite 300, Orillia, ON, L3V 7T5. Call 705-329-7234 for more information.
For more information, please contact the Clerk's Department - Legislative Services Division at 705-325-2313.
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| Parking Regulations |
| Overnight Parking |
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Parking is prohibited on all City streets and lots from November 15 to April 15 from 12:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.
This provision is in effect whether it is snowing or not. Your vehicle may be ticketed and towed. The fine for overnight parking during this time is $50.00.
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| Fire Routes |
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You cannot stop or park a vehicle in a designated fire route zone.
Please look for and obey signs when parking in public and private parking lots. The fine for parking in a designated fire route is $100.00.
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| On-Street Parking in Residential Areas |
| Parking is available on many streets throughout the City of Orillia. Please pay attention to posted parking signs for applicable restrictions. |
| Traffic and Parking By-law |
| Traffic/Parking By-law
To report a parking violation, please call 705-325-2313.
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| Rates and Time Limits |
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| Parking Rates |
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The cost for metered parking is $1.25 per hour (on-street) and $1.00 per hour (off-street).
These fees apply whether payment is made at a single-space parking meter or at a pay and display parking machine.
Payment for parking is required Monday to Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. except Statutory Holidays.
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| What is Parking Revenue Used For? |
| Parking meter revenue helps to cover the costs of repairing existing lots, replacing outdated parking equipment, and acquiring new land for parking and maintenance. |
| Metered Parking |
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On-street metered parking has a two hour time limit.
Shorter on-street time limits help to ensure regular turnover of vehicles, and allows customers to conveniently park close to business establishments.
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| Pay and Display Parking |
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 Pay and display parking lots have a minimum 15-minute purchase time ($0.25).
When parking is needed for longer periods of time, residents and visitors are encouraged to park in the municipal lots which have five-hour or eight-hour time limits.
Please look for posted signage that indicates the time limit in the lots.
Unexpired time on a pay and display stub can be used at any other municipal pay and display parking lot, or single-space metered parking lot in the downtown area.
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| Ticket Payments |
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There are a number of convenient methods for paying a parking ticket/fine.
| Online Payment Option |
| You can pay parking tickets online using VISA or Mastercard. It is quick, easy, secure, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by going to the Pay Tickets website.
Things you need to know:
- A handling fee of $1.50 will be added to online ticket payments.
- Check your payment carefully to ensure that you are paying the right amount. If you make an error in the payment amount, the payment will be reversed or returned and your ticket will remain outstanding. The handling fee on incorrect online payments is non-refundable.
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| Other Payment Options |
- In person at the Orillia City Centre, 50 Andrew Street South, (First Floor), Monday to Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Cash, cheque or debit is accepted.
- By mail: Orillia City Centre, 50 Andrew Street South, Suite 300, Orillia, ON, L3V 7T5.
- The drop box by the front entrance of the Orillia City Centre
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