The goals of parking enforcement are to improve road safety, allow emergency vehicle access, ensure traffic flow and parking turnover, as well as improve accessibility. Knowing where and when you can park in Wasaga Beach will help you avoid getting a Parking Infraction Notice.
For more information on the Town's parking rules, please view the Town's Parking By-law. View our interactive parking map below which shows the many parking options in Wasaga Beach. Please click here for Parking Rates
Digital Residential Parking Permits (Free) |
Parking in the Town is offered through HonkMobile, cloud-based technology which streamlines parking. New Registrants Individuals who have not yet registered for their digital parking permit are required to complete the Wasaga Resident Permit application by visiting Resident Parking Permit application form. Renewals Individuals who have previously registered for their digital parking permit DO NOT need to re-register. Individuals will receive an email from “HONK Mobile” to renew their digital parking passes. The process will remain the same, in which you will be required to “claim” your parking permit(s). Claiming Your Permit Please see below the instructions, indicating the step by step process to claim your parking permit(s) once you receive the email from HONK Mobile. Keep in mind, your permit(s) are not valid until they are claimed. If you do not receive an email (junk inbox included) from HONK Mobile prior to Friday, April 4th please reach out to the By-law office via (705) 429-2511 and we will be happy to assist.
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Non-Resident Digital Parking Permits |
Wasaga Beach offers non-residential digital parking permits for visitors and seasonal guests, providing convenient access to municipal parking lots from May 14 to October 18.To obtain a non-resident seasonal parking pass, please visit the HONK Mobile website, where you can purchase a permit for $58.45, inclusive of all taxes and fees. Visit Honk Mobile to purchase your permit today! |
Benefits of Digital Parking Permits |
Convenience. It's now easier to claim your free resident parking permit. Apply any time, anywhere from any internet-connected device. If you don’t have access to reliable internet or require assistance, please contact the Town at 705-429-2511 or stop by Town Hall located at 30 Lewis Street where staff are happy to help. Peace of mind. Once your digital parking permit is active, there is no need to display proof of parking in your vehicle when parked in Town identified parking areas. Each digital permit is tied to a single license plate. Municipal Law Enforcement Officers can quickly verify that your parked vehicle has a permit through the license plate number. Expanded customer service. Access quick and easy support through HonkMobile’s customer service team. For technical assistance, please contact support@honkmobile.com. |
Fines |
The Town of Wasaga Beach Parking Control By-law carries fines, ranging from $30.00 to $300.00, if a ticket is issued OR, up to $5,000.00, if a summons is issued. The by-law states that "No person shall park a vehicle...
Any vehicle found in contravention of the Parking Control By-law may be issued a parking ticket and towed at the owner's expense. |
Paying a Parking Ticket |
1. By Mail or In Person You can pay your parking ticket by mail or by attending in person at the Town Administration Office, By-Law Enforcement Department. For your convenience, a drop off box is situated at the front entrance (Lewis Street) to the Town Administration Office. Write the number from the parking infraction notice on the front of your cheque or money order Make your cheque or money order payable to the “Town of Wasaga Beach” NOTE: Remember to allow sufficient time for your payment to be delivered. The Parking IMPORTANT: Check your payment carefully to ensure that you have paid the correct amount. If you make an incorrect payment, the transaction will be reversed and your ticket will remain outstanding. 2. Online The Town of Wasaga Beach is now offering the convenience of paying parking tickets online. It is quick, easy and secure! Users can pay parking tickets 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Be sure to have your credit card and parking infraction notice close at hand. A handling fee of $1.50 will be applied to online ticket payments. IMPORTANT: Check your payment carefully to ensure that you are paying the right amount. If you make an incorrect payment, the payment will be reversed or returned and your ticket will remain outstanding. The handling fee on incorrect online payments is non-refundable. 3. Trial Option (Do Not Mail) If you believe your parking ticket was issued in error, you can visit our First Attendance Facility at the Town Administration Office to discuss and review your parking ticket. You, or your authorized agent, must bring the Parking Infraction Notice or the Notice of Impending Conviction with you. For your convenience, please call the By-Law Enforcement Office in advance to arrange an appointment How much do I pay? The amount due when making a payment within 7 business days of the date of the alleged parking infraction. The amount due when making payment after 7 business days and within 15 business days of the date of the alleged parking infraction. After 35 business days of the date of the alleged parking infraction, it is suggested that you call to find out the current amount outstanding before you make payment. |
Disputing a Parking Ticket |
If you receive a parking infraction in Town and would like our office to review it please complete the Parking Infraction Notice Review Form by visiting https://forms.wasagabeach.com/MLE-Forms/Parking-Infraction-Notice-Review-Form. A Municipal Law Enforcement Officer will review the notice form within 3 business days and will contact you with an outcome. If you have any questions regarding this process please contact our office at 705-429-2511. |
Veteran Parking Information |
On March 14, 2005 Council brought into effect a new permanent exemption to the Parking By-law for vehicles with the Veteran Licence Plate. This initiative was temporarily put into place in 2005 and has now been made a permanent exemption. Details:
Where are the Municipal Parking Lots?
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