Park Crested Butte - Town of Crested Butte Parking

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find 2-hour parking?

2-hour parking is allowed on Elk Avenue as well as the other permit parking zones. Click here for the map.
Where can I park if I plan to stay longer than 2 hours?

Public parking lots showed in blue are open for public parking beyond 2 hours. Please click here for the map.
Can visitors park in permit parking zones without registration?

Yes, but only for up to 2 hours. If a visitor is going to be parked in a permit zone for more than two hours, they must obtain a permit. You only need to apply for a permit once per vehicle. If a resident or guest needs to apply for a new permit or has questions, please contact parkcrestedbutte@interstateparking.com.
When will permit parking regulations be in effect?

Permit parking regulations will begin July 1st and last until September 3rd.
Who can I contact if I have questions about parking in the Town of Crested Butte?

Please visit the Contact page to reach out to the Park Crested Butte team by form or email with questions.
How do I contact someone from Park Crested Butte?

Please click here to visit our Contact page. We look forward to hearing from you!
Can Crested Butte residents park for free?

Yes, but you must obtain a permit if you live in a permit zone. Permit parking regulations will begin on July 1st and last until September 3rd.
How do I obtain a Residential or Employee Permit?

For Residential and Employee Permits, please click here to visit the Permits page for more information.
As a Resident or Employee do I need to pay for a permit?

No, permits are free.
How many permits can I apply for?

Residents can apply for an unlimited number of permits, with the exception of short term rental properties which are required to provide parking for their guests per their license. Employers can obtain one permit to be shared by an unlimited number of employees, however only one employee may use their permit at a time.
What if I have a short term rental? Where do the guest park their cars?

Licensed vacation rentals within the Town of Crested Butte are required to provide parking as part of their short-term rental license. However, short-term rentals that have legal nonconforming insufficient parking will receive parking permits to make up for those spaces. If a vacation rental has legal nonconforming insufficient parking resulting in a need for visitors to utilize a parking permit, please contact Park Crested Butte to arrange parking for your guests.
What if I need to temporarily park in a permit zone for construction, landscape, or property management work?

Anyone can park in a permit zone for up to 2 hours without a permit. If you are a contractor, property manager, landscaper, cleaner, etc. please contact parkcrestedbutte@interstateparking.com for a permit.
What if I am a vendor for a special event?

Anyone can park in a permit zone for up to 2 hours without a permit. Organizations/companies involved with special events should contact parkcrestedbutte@interstateparking.com for a permit.
If I get a violation, how much does it cost?

Violation fees are as follows: General parking violations: $40 with a $40 late fee after 10 days. Winter parking violations: $50 with a $50 late fee after 10 days. Parking in an ADA space without placards or plates: $200 with a $200 late fee after 10 days. You may pay online on the Violations page, please click here.
I shouldn’t have gotten this ticket! What do I do?

You can file an appeal to dispute your ticket on the Violations page, please click here.
Does Park Crested Butte share private information about users?

Park Crested Butte does not share any information collected.
What is Park Crested Butte's contact policy?

Park Crested Butte will return calls and emails in a timely matter.
When will Parking Management Regulations resume for winter and for how long?

Information for the 2024/2025 winter parking management program coming soon.
What are the Town of Crested Butte's winter parking regulations?

Information for the 2024/2025 winter parking management program coming soon.

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