The Urban Development Department (UDD) of Karnataka has introduced the draft 'Greater Bengaluru Authority (Parking) Rules, 2026,' signaling a significant policy shift aimed at transforming Bengaluru's urban mobility and revenue generation. Published in the official Gazette on August 11, 2026, the rules are now open for public objections and suggestions for a period of 30 days.
The proposed policy outlines a multi-tiered approach to parking, introducing hourly fees for non-residential on-street parking ranging from ₹10 to ₹80, depending on the road category (A, B, or C) and vehicle type (two-wheelers and light motor vehicles). For residential areas, annual parking permits are mandated, with charges potentially reaching up to ₹25,000 for SUVs, while small cars and sedans would incur annual fees of ₹15,000 and ₹20,000 respectively. Monthly passes are also proposed, costing between ₹1,000 and ₹4,000. Notably, bicycles will enjoy free parking, and a 50% discount is offered on monthly off-street parking rates for usage between 8 PM and 8 AM, encouraging overnight off-street parking.
The rules also aim to curb long-duration roadside parking by increasing charges after two hours and strictly banning parking at junctions and within 25 meters of public transport hubs like bus, railway, and Metro stations. Designated pick-up and drop-off points (with a maximum five-minute stop) will be allowed, and footpath parking is explicitly prohibited. Furthermore, the policy incentivizes private landowners to provide off-street public parking through property tax exemptions, aiming to create more parking capacity. This comprehensive framework, arriving five years after the previous policy, seeks to alleviate traffic congestion, encourage the use of public transport through 'park-and-ride' systems, and establish a sustainable revenue stream for city corporations.
