Evaluating ITS Parking Management Strategies: A Systems Approach

摘要

The development of new technologies in the field of parking management hasprovided numerous alternatives for improvement in the operation of change-mode parking facilities. Change-mode parking facilities provide parking that enables travelers to move from their private automobiles to a higher occupancy mode of travel. These facilities include parking at airports, train stations, transit stops, as well as commuter carpool lots. Under each of these circumstances, allowing travelers to quickly park their cars is essential. Increasing the simplicity of the parking task can benefit both the traveler and the lot operator. There exists a need for a methodology to evaluate the various alternatives available for improving parking management at change-mode facilities, aiding lot operators in selecting appropriate improvements for a particular location. The objective of this study has been to develop a methodology for considering potential improvements to change-mode parking facilities and identifying those with the potential to produce substantial benefits. This report describes the steps involved in the proposed methodology and illustrates the methodology with analysis of a hypothetical transit station parking facility.