Editing Philadelphia Parking Authority (section)

== Parking Tickets ==

=== Paying Tickets ===

Multiple payment options are available:<ref name="philapark-pay">{{cite web |url=https://philapark.org/violations/ |title=Pay Tickets |publisher=Philadelphia Parking Authority |access-date=December 22, 2025}}</ref>

'''Online'''
* Visit philapark.org or onlineserviceshub.com
* Pay by credit/debit card
* Available 24/7

'''By Phone'''
* Call (888) 591-3636
* Pay by Visa, MasterCard, or American Express
* Have your ticket number ready

'''By Mail'''
* City of Philadelphia Parking Violation Branch
* P.O. Box 41818
* Philadelphia, PA 19101-1818

'''In Person'''
* Parking Violations Branch
* 48 N. 8th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
* Hours: Monday-Friday 8 AM - 6 PM, Saturday 9 AM - 1 PM

=== Disputing Tickets ===

If you believe a parking ticket was issued in error, you can dispute it through the Bureau of Administrative Adjudication (BAA):<ref name="philapark-dispute">{{cite web |url=https://philapark.org/dispute/ |title=Dispute a Parking Ticket |publisher=Philadelphia Parking Authority |access-date=December 22, 2025}}</ref>

'''Dispute Deadlines:'''
* '''Within 15 days:''' Submit dispute before penalties are added
* '''After 15 days:''' A Notice of Violation is mailed to the registered owner
* '''After the Notice:''' You have 10 more days to pay or dispute

'''How to Dispute:'''
* '''Online:''' Submit a dispute form at philapark.org
* '''Mail:''' Include ticket number and explanation
* '''If you paid via meterUP:''' Submit the online form with your mobile parking receipt

'''Important:'''
* You cannot dispute tickets once enrolled in a payment plan
* Provide documentation supporting your dispute
* The BAA is the only agency that can determine liability

=== Vehicle Immobilization (Boot) ===

The PPA will immobilize ("boot") your vehicle when you accumulate '''three or more unpaid parking tickets''' that are more than 30 days overdue.

'''Boot Removal:'''
* Pay all outstanding tickets plus boot removal fee
* Boot removal typically costs $150-200 (plus ticket amounts)
* Call the PPA to arrange removal: (215) 683-9600

'''Tips to Avoid Boots:'''
* Pay tickets promptly (within 15 days to avoid penalties)
* Set up a payment plan if needed
* Check for outstanding tickets at philapark.org

=== Towed Vehicles ===

Towed vehicles are taken to the PPA impound lot:

'''Impound Lot Location:'''
2501 South Weccacoe Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19148

'''To Retrieve Your Vehicle:'''
* Pay all outstanding tickets
* Pay towing fee (varies)
* Pay storage fees (daily rate)
* Bring valid ID and vehicle registration

'''Hours:'''
Open 24 hours for vehicle pickup

To confirm your vehicle was towed, call: (215) 683-9775