Village Parking FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED PARKING QUESTIONS

  • Do I need a permit to park at the train station?
    • No, you do not need a permit to park at the train station. You can pay to park in the commuter lots at the meters or using Pay By Phone.
  • Which lots can I park in without a permit?
    • You can pay to park in lots B, C, D, F, and G without a permit. Lot E is for resident permit holders only. You can pay to park in lot A without a permit after 2:00 pm. A link to the parking map can be found here
  • How much does train station parking cost?
    • Parking costs $1.75 an hour or $14 for the whole day.
  • Is parking free at any time?
    • Parking is free in the commuter lots from midnight to 6:00am. Parking is free in the downtown lots located on South Washington Street (Lot 4) and on McKeel Avenue (Lot 5) from 6pm to 9am with a 6-hour time limit. Parking is free on Sundays, but you must pay for parking on Saturdays. Parking is free on municipal holidays, a list of which can be found here.
  • Where are the parking lots in Tarrytown?
  • Where are the pay stations in the lots?
    • The pay stations are shown on the parking map as yellow dots with dollar ($) signs.
  • Can I use an app to pay for parking?
    • Yes, you can use the PayByPhone app to pay for parking. Instructions for downloading and using the app are found on the pay stations in the lots and on our website.
  • What is the location code for the train station lots in the app?
    • The location code for lots A, B, C, D, F, and G is 4410.
  • Can I park overnight?
    • Overnight parking is allowed in lot D. Residents are also allowed to park overnight in the McKeel Avenue lot (lot 5) with a vacation permit.
  • How do I pay for overnight parking in lot D?
    • To park in lot D overnight without a permit, pay up until midnight, and then use the PayByPhone app to refill the meter at 6:00 am the next morning. You can also buy an extended permit on our website.
  • Is long-term parking available?
    • Yes, long-term parking is available with a vacation/extended permit. You can apply for on our website. You must pick up the permit in Village Hall during our hours (8:30 am to 4:30 pm weekdays, excluding holidays.)
  • How can I apply for a permit?
    • You can apply using our online portal here
  • How can I pay for a permit?
    • All payments can be made online through our online portal here.
  • Are monthly permits available for purchase?
    • No. Permits are only available on an annual and semi-annual basis.
  • When do commuter parking permits expire?
    • Commuter parking permits go by the Village’s fiscal year, which runs from June to May. Annual commuter permits expire at the end of May. Semi-annual permits expire at the end of November. Commuter parking permit fees are pro-rated depending on which month you purchase them.
  • If I don’t use my parking permit, can I receive a refund?
    • Refunds are not issued for parking permits. If the permit was purchased prior to the dates when it is in effect, the customer can bring back the permit and receive a refund at the Treasurer’s discretion.
  • How do I know if I’m a resident?
    • If you pay property taxes to the Village of Tarrytown or live in a property that does, you count as a Tarrytown resident for parking purposes.
  • Where can I find more information about the Metro North trains?
    • You can find information about Metro North fares, schedules, and more here.