Overview
The Birmingham Parking Authority operates off-street parking facilities in Birmingham, running 10 garages and 2 surface lots to serve the Central Business District. Its work is to provide safe, convenient, and affordable parking by managing parking facilities funded entirely by parking revenues; any funds not needed for operations are returned to the City of Birmingham. The Authority is a self-sustaining, city-backed agency run by parking industry professionals. Its main difference from many competitors is that it is a municipal entity created by state legislation to manage downtown parking and reinvests surplus revenue back into the city. The goal is to support the growth of Birmingham’s CBD by offering reliable parking options that meet the needs of visitors and businesses.
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 1, 2026 price increases should lift revenue for repairs and technology.
- BPA is modernizing decks, cleaning facilities, and refreshing branding in 2026.
- Avondale EV charging and partner funding expand BPA's non-parking revenue options.
What critics are saying
- July 1, 2026 rate hikes signal weak pricing power and customer pushback.
- Administration office renovation disruptions started November 2026, complicating day-to-day operations.
- Parking technology shifts toward citywide ParkMobile and ticket automation reduce BPA relevance.
What makes Birmingham Parking Authority unique
- BPA manages more than 8,000 spaces across downtown Birmingham.
- Andre Davis, CEO since March 2022, previously ran UAB parking operations.
- BPA added its first EV charger at Avondale Village in October 2023.
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