The City of Treasure Island TREASURE ISLAND, Fla. – Beginning July 29th, visitors to Sunset Beach in Treasure Island will no longer find free park
TREASURE ISLAND, Fla. – Beginning July 29th, visitors to Sunset Beach in Treasure Island will no longer find free parking on side streets. The city has introduced a new parking program requiring the use of the ParkMobile app to pay $5 per hour, 24/7.
The new program aims to alleviate congestion and ensure emergency vehicle access by incentivizing visitors to utilize city parking lots, which offer a lower hourly rate of $3.75.
These lots can be located through the city’s website: MyTreasureIsland.com/Parking.
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While no additional parking spaces have been created, the existing legal parking areas on side streets will remain available, with varying restrictions depending on the day and location. Some streets permit parking on both sides all week, while others limit it to one side on weekends and holidays. Visitors are advised to pay close attention to signage.
Residents can purchase up to two annual Treasure Island City Parking passes for $45 each and register visitor license plates online to exempt them from the ParkMobile rate. Special consideration will be given to vehicles used for construction, pool, and lawn maintenance.
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Parking enforcement officers will monitor compliance using License Plate Reader Technology, with a $60 fine per violation for infractions. The program is currently being tested in Sunset Beach, and its success could determine its expansion to other areas of the city.
City officials emphasize that the new parking regulations are primarily for public safety, ensuring clear access for emergency vehicles and residents to their properties.
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