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MARTA announces increase for long-term parking rates
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· August 20, 2026
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Key points The cost of long-term parking will rise by $2 daily. This change will take effect on September 14.
A transit agency is adjusting its parking fees. The cost of long-term parking will rise by $2 daily. This change will take effect on September 14.
Daily parking rates will now be charged after 14 hours, rather than 24. Certain stations will charge $10 per day, while others will charge $7 per day.
The agency expects to earn an additional $500,000 annually from these new rates, which will support facility maintenance and upgrades. Further details are available from the transit agency's statement.
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Published: August 20, 2026 ·
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