How does alternate-side parking work?
- From the 1st to the 15th day of each month, parking is allowed on the odd-numbered side of the street.
- From the 16th to the last day of each month, parking is allowed on the even-numbered side of the street.
- Changeover from one side of the street to the other takes place from 6:01 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. on the 15th day and the last day of each month.
South Central Peninsula
In an effort to better manage street cleaning, snow removal and street maintenance in the South/Central Peninsula, alternate side parking is in effect year-round, January 1 to December 31.
Schedule G & G-1 of the Saint John Traffic By-law lists the streets and street sections where alternate-side parking is in effect.
Areas outside of the South Central Peninsula
In specific areas located North, East and West of the City, alternate side parking is in effect from December 1 to May 31.
Schedule G-2 of the Saint John Traffic By-law lists the streets and street sections where alternate-side parking is in effect during this time.
King Street East – Alternate-side parking
For the blocks of King Street East between Carmarthen and Wentworth Streets and Pitt and Crown Streets, alternate-side parking is in effect from December 1 to March 31. Parking is permitted on both sides of the street of these two blocks from April 1 to November 30.
Parking fines depend on the specific parking infraction, and generally go up as time passes from the date of issue--so it pays to take care of your ticket quickly.
|
Violation |
Paid within 15 days |
Paid between 16 and 30 days |
Paid after 30 days |
|
Expired Meter/Pay & Display |
$20 |
$25 |
$50 |
|
Overtime Parking/ Time Restricted Zones |
$30 |
$40 |
$65 |
|
No Parking Zone |
$30 |
$40 |
$65 |
|
Alternate Side Parking |
$30 |
$40 |
$65 |
|
Snow Ban Parking |
$30 |
$40 |
$65 |
|
Commercial Loading Zone |
$50 |
$75 |
$100 |
|
Handicap Space |
$125 |
$125 |
$125 |
|
Official Parking |
$30 |
$40 |
$65 |
|
Parking in Excess of 4 hours (applies to spaces not controlled by parking device or sign) |
$30 |
$40 |
$65 |
|
No Overnight Parking at Meters |
$30 |
$40 |
$65 |
|
Parking at covered meters |
$30 |
$40 |
$65 |
|
Bus Zone |
$50 |
$75 |
$100 |
Four ways to pay your parking ticket
Online
CLICK HERE for link to online payment
Please be advised that parking ticket payments can be processed online the next business day after the ticket was issued.
Cheque or money order payments, along your with your parking ticket, can be mailed in an envelope to:
City of Saint John Payment Centre
P.O. Box 1971
Saint John, NB E2L 4L1
By phone
You can pay your ticket over the telephone by VISA, MasterCard, or American Express.
(506) 658-4455
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
In Person
Our payment centre is located on the ground level of City Hall. You may pay by cash, cheque, money order, Interac, or credit card (VISA, MasterCard, Amercian Express).
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Process for unpaid tickets
- Approximately 17 days after a ticket is issued, a parking ticket reminder is mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle.
- Approximately 30 days after a ticket is issued, a summons is processed and sent to the registered owner of the vehicle, providing an appearance date for traffic court.
- If the registered owner does not appear in court for a plea, the ticket is dealt with at an ex-parte hearing which is held approximately 45 days after the original court date.
- If payment has not been received by the ex-parte hearing date, a ticket can either be sent to warrant in the case of parking meter tickets where the person may be arrested or in the case of a Traffic Ticket, a notice of default may be issued and his/her driver's license suspended.
- Unpaid Traffic Tickets that have gone to Notice of Default must be paid at the Provincial Department of Motor Vehicle or Service N.B. office.
- Unpaid Parking Meter Tickets that have gone to warrant must be paid at the Provincial Court Office, 10 Peel Plaza, Saint John, New Brunswick. Police have the authority to place any person under arrest who has not paid their outstanding parking meter ticket warrants. The person who is picked up by the police officer for an outstanding warrant will be taken to the Saint John Regional Correctional Centre to either make a payment or payments or to serve jail time.
Request a Parking Ticket Review
Notice disputes may be submitted using the online complaint form available at www.saintjohn.ca/en/parking/tickets-and-enforcement/request-parking-ticket-review or you may fill out the complaint form in person at City Hall, 15 Market Square, Saint John NB during regular office hours. A notice complaint is reviewed provided it is received within 48 hours of the contravention.
Are you concerned with vehicles travelling at high speeds through your neighbourhood? Do you feel a speed sign should be installed in your neighbourhood? Is it an ongoing problem that vehicles are travelling fast? Please complete a service request form with proper information. City staff will review your request and reach out to you via email.
Do you wish to report a stop or yield sign missing or down? Please contact us at 658-4455.
No. You are responsible for advertising your party; however the City will issue a traffic notice about the redirection of vehicular traffic for that day.
What are Residential Zone Parking Permits?
A Residential Zone Parking Permit makes it easier for residents to find curbside parking in their designated zone by exempting permit holders from the two-hour parking limit that’s otherwise enforced. The permit does not guarantee a parking space.
Please note the following additional requirements and rules:
- Residential permit holders are exempt from the 2-hour limit—but are still subject to all other traffic regulations such as parking meter regulations and signs prohibiting or restricting parking, stopping, or standing.
- A person must reside on a street for which the Residential Zone Parking Permit is issued.
- A permit will be issued only to residents who do not have access to off-street parking.
- A permit is effective as soon as it is issued.
- A permit may be issued to more than one vehicle per dwelling unit.
- The permit will not be renewed until all tickets have been paid in full.
How much does the permit cost?
Annual permits cost $75.00 (HST included) per vehicle per year. The HotSpot app/website accepts payment through credit card, visa/debit card or a prepaid credit card. Alternatively, you can purchase your permit at City Hall located at 15 Market Square, Saint John at the Customer Service Front desk, Monday to Friday (excluding holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
How can I purchase a permit?
Residential Parking Permits can be purchased through the HotSpot app/website, which allows customers the ability to manage their own residential permits through the application. Purchase a permit here.
What documents are required to purchase a permit?
1. REGISTRATION (INDICATING CURRENT UPTOWN ADDRESS); and if the information on the registration cannot be changed (ex: parents name, company vehicle), please also provide the insurance policy showing the corresponding policy information and the applicant named as an insured driver on the vehicle.
2. PROOF OF RECENT RESIDENCY IN THE UPTOWN AREA – (ONLY ONE IS REQUIRED); and this documentation must be presented upon renewal each year.
• Recent copy of lease or rent receipt indicating address (within 2 months)
• Current utility bill for service at that address (power, telephone, cable etc.) (within 2 months)
• Other current business type mail (bank or credit card statement etc.) (within 2 months)
3. NO OUTSTANDING PARKING TICKETS
• All parking tickets must be paid in full
The Parking Department allows uptown residents to purchase temporary residential parking permits for their visitor (100km outside Saint John) or for new residents to the city to provide time to update vehicle registration prior to purchasing an annual residential pass.
How does enforcement know if I have a permit?
While there are no hanging tags required, once a permit is purchased through the HotSpot app/website, by-law enforcement officers monitor and enforce the residential parking program through a scan by license plate system. There are currently 6 residential zones in the South-Central Peninsula.
How do I renew my parking permit?
Residents need to reapply each year for a permit and resubmit digital copies of proof of residency to complete the application. Residents can purchase their 2025-2026 permit as of April 14, 2025. Residential parking permits are NOT transferable.
To reapply please log in to the HotSpot app/website and apply for a new Residential Parking Permit for the 2025-2026 season here.
I need help and/or have more questions regarding my application, who can I contact?
If you require assistance for your application, please contact HotSpot customer support at 1-855-712-5888 or online support@htsp.ca.
For the City of Saint John Customer Service Centre call 506-658-4455 or email service@saintjohn.ca
I am unsure if I have outstanding parking tickets?
If you are unsure if you have any outstanding parking tickets, please contact 506-658-4455, Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
How can I pay my outstanding parking tickets?
Payments can be made via 506-658-4455, in person at the City Hall customer service or online by using this link:
Every year, the City of Saint John invests in new infrastructure and infrastructure improvements. Work can include such things as asphalt resurfacing, street reconstruction, water and sewer construction, safe drinking water projects, and more. For current, active construction projects in your area, please search below.
Want to know what capital construction work is happening across the City this year?
Check out the interactive map on this page for all capital projects. The map identifies the type of project, its location, budget* and projected start and end dates
*Budgets listed may include multiple project sites
This application is for
- Runs
- Parades
- Marches
- Block Parties
- Street Events
- Other activities that would disrupt traffic and/or pedestrians.
Prior to filling out your application, please review the questions and answers below.
This application will start the approval process. A City staff person will connect with you if there are any concerns that
may hinder your event, such as road work that may be scheduled or other traffic disruption slated for that time.
Immediately prior to closing the street, you must call the non-emergency line 506-648-3333 to inform Police and Fire that the street is closed to traffic.