Some are calling for flexibility from parking authorities amid the COVID-19 pandemic. While many are working from home or have been temporarily laid off, Impark is still charging monthly parking rates for parking stalls that are sitting empty and unused.
The company requires 30 days notice for cancellations, and that policy isn’t changing despite COVID-19. In an emailed statement to Global News, the company spokesperson says they can’t change their policy because they manage and operate parking on behalf of the property owners. “Because we do not own the properties, are unable to unilaterally change longstanding policies and contracts, such as the cancellation term notice required for monthly parking,” the statement said. “We are deeply