From 6 PM to midnight on weekdays and from 8 AM to midnight on weekends. For $3 per hour, which can be paid at parking meters with quarters or dollar coins, the NYC Parking Card, or debit and credit cards.

Street parking regulations in New York City are complex and vary significantly by location, time, and day. There is no single answer, but here are the key systems and how to find the specific rules for a spot:

1. Alternate Side Parking (ASP) - For Street Cleaning

This is the most common time-specific rule drivers need to know. Purpose: To allow street cleaning. Typical Hours: Usually 1.5 to 3 hours, once or twice a week on a specific side of the street (e.g., “Tuesday and Friday, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM”). What it means: You cannot park on that side of the street during those hours. You must move your car. Suspensions: ASP is often suspended on major holidays, during severe weather, or for special events. Always check the NYC DOT suspension calendar.

2. Metered Parking

• Hours: Vary by area. Common hours are:
  • Commercial Areas: 8 AM - 7 PM or 9 AM - 8 PM, Monday to Saturday.
  • Residential/Mixed Areas: Often shorter, like 9 AM - 6 PM or 9 AM - 7 PM, Monday to Friday.
  • Some areas have Sunday meters, especially in busy commercial and tourist zones.
• Time Limits: Typically 1 or 2 hours, but can be longer in some areas. You must pay and can often renew via mobile app (ParkNYC) if allowed.
• Rates: Vary by zone