Question 1

Why is the Town enforcing timed parking downtown?

Accepted Answer

Active enforcement will ensure consistent turnover of parking spaces, maintaining availability for incoming customers throughout the day. Please review signage in the location you are parked.

Question 2

What are the hours of parking enforcement?

Accepted Answer

Two-hour parking is enforced Monday – Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM 
24-hour parking is fully enforced 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
No overnight parking on Midland between east Homestead Drive and Midland Spur is fully enforced 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

* Parking is enforced on holidays

Question 3

What is the area that is being enforced for “downtown” parking?

Accepted Answer

Please refer to the Park Basalt Map 'N Park. The downtown enforcement area is on Midland Avenue from east Homestead Drive to the bridge over the Roaring Fork River, Midland Spur and Two Rivers Road from west Homestead Drive to the bridge over the Fryingpan River.

Question 4

Where is the best place for daytime employee parking?

Accepted Answer

There are 225 24-hour spaces in the downtown area.  In addition, parking is available at Basalt Elementary School from June 1st – August 17th and at the RFTA Basalt Park & Ride at Basalt Avenue and Highway 82 in the south lot. The south lot is located just south of East Cody Lane along Basalt Avenue.

Question 5

Is the Town charging for parking?

Accepted Answer

No, there will be no cost for parking.

Question 6

What alternative transportation options are available for accessing the downtown area?

Accepted Answer

Regional transportation is provided through RFTA – visit www.rfta.com. 
Free local rides (within Basalt) can be requested through Basalt Connect - visit www.basalt.net/basaltconnect. 
Free bike share on WE-cycle - visit https://www.we-cycle.org/.

Question 7

Has the Town changed the rules around parking enforcement in the downtown?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the town updated rules to change the 72-hour parking to 24-hour parking to avoid long-term storage of vehicles.  In addition, an area of two-hour parking was added on Two Rivers Road in front of the commercial businesses at the River Park Lofts Condominiums.

Question 8

What’s the best way to reach downtown from the RFTA Park & Ride or Basalt Elementary School?

Accepted Answer

Guests arriving from the elementary school can reach downtown via a brief two-minute walk along the Swinging Bridge Trail. This well-lit, clearly signed pathway offers a safe and direct route into the downtown area. To access the trail, use the metal staircase located directly across from the elementary school driveway. Alternatively, Cottonwood Avenue provides direct access to downtown when traveling in either direction.

For those utilizing the RFTA Basalt Park & Ride lot, complimentary transportation is available through WE-cycle and Basalt Connect, both of which can be accessed via downloadable mobile applications. Additionally, downtown is easily reachable on foot by passing beneath the Highway 82 underpass and crossing the pedestrian bridge over the Roaring Fork River.

Question 9

Where can I park if I have a boat or trailer?

Accepted Answer

There are a few areas along Two Rivers Road that have been identified for temporary boat and RV parking.  Please refer to Map 'N Park for more information.  Look for the trailer icons for specific locations.

Question 10

How many parking spaces are there downtown?

Accepted Answer

225 24-hour parking spaces and 119 2-hour parking spaces.

Question 11

Is there camping allowed in vehicles in the downtown area?

Accepted Answer

Camping is not permitted on public property in Basalt, including town streets without prior authorization.  Please refer to the Basalt Municipal Code, Chapter 11 Streets, Sidewalks and Public Property, Article 5 Use Restrictions, Section 11-115- Camping or lodging on property without consent in the Municipal Code.

Question 12

Where are the parking regulations outlined in the municipal code?

Accepted Answer

Town Code Section 8-2 designates Time Parking Zones within municipal boundaries. Section 8-4 outlines the traffic control schedule used to enforce parking regulations on public streets. Appendix C of the Town Code details applicable fines, penalties, and administrative fees associated with parking violations." and please hyperlink where needed.

Question 13

What is the fee for a parking violation?

Accepted Answer

Violations are $60 – please note that unpaid fines may be sent to a collection agency.

Question 14

How do I dispute a violation?

Accepted Answer

All disputes must be made online at parkbasalt.com/violations.

Question 15

How do I pay for a violation?

Accepted Answer

Violations can be paid online at parkbasalt.com/violations or by check to:
Park Basalt 
PO BOX 7369
Breckenridge CO, 80424.

More information can also be found on the violation envelope.

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