How to Pay for Parking Using the New Pay Stations in Downtown Idaho Falls
Paying Your Citation
Here's a quick guide on how to take care of your downtown parking citation:
Important: Citations not paid within 14 days will incur late fees. If a citation remains unpaid for 180 days or more, it will be sent to collections, leading to additional monthly penalties.
Appealing Your Citation
Think your citation was issued in error? You can appeal it!
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How to Appeal: Submit your appeal in writing here.
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Be Specific: Provide all details and any supporting information you want considered. Once a decision is made, no further information can be added.
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ParkSmarter App User? If you accidentally entered the wrong license plate, please include the incorrect plate number in your appeal.
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Deadline: Appeals must be submitted within 14 days of the citation's issuance. An incomplete appeal may be denied.
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Can't Find Your Citation? If you can't locate your citation number in our database, you can still submit an appeal using your license plate number on the form.
Reasons Not to Appeal
Please note that appeals are generally not approved for reasons such as:
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Forgetting to move your car on time.
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Not displaying a valid permit.
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Missing a sign.
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Not understanding parking rules.
If more than 14 days have passed, your appeal window is closed, and the citation must be paid.
Appeal Outcomes
We'll notify you of the appeal decision by email or mail within 10 working days of receiving your appeal.
Appeal Approved
Your citation and fine will be dismissed.
Appeal Denied
Your citation and fine will not be dismissed.
Residential Parking Permits
A limited number of residential properties within the Downtown Idaho Falls parking district are eligible for Residential Parking Permits through the Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation (IFDDC).
Eligible Residents
Residents living in approved downtown residential units may apply for a Residential Parking Permit. Permit availability is subject to current parking capacity and lot assignments.
D Lot Residential Parking
Residents of approved downtown residences may be eligible to park in the D Lot with a Residential Parking Permit. Permit holders may park overnight in designated areas of the D Lot; however, parking is not permitted in the front row of the lot. Detailed parking instructions, regulations, and designated parking areas are provided with the Residential Parking Permit application and approval materials.
Additional Residential Permit Options
Residents who are not assigned to the D Lot may still apply for a Residential Parking Permit or request placement on a permit waiting list, depending on availability.
Private Parking Arrangements
Some downtown residential properties maintain privately managed parking facilities. In these cases, parking permits and access are administered by the property owner or property manager rather than IFDDC.
READY TO APPLY
Eligible downtown residents can complete and submit a Residential Parking Permit application online.