Posts from February 2026

Retail parking plays an important role in the shopping experience, often serving as the first point of contact between a customer and a retail establishment. Think about when you pull into the mall parking lot on a busy weekend afternoon and have to drive around for a while until you finally find a close enough parking spot to the store you're going to. Parking management is the solution to this common problem. Effective parking management is needed for the convenience… Continue reading →

To calculate parking ratio, divide the total number of parking spaces by the total rentable square footage of the property, then multiply by 1,000. This is expressed as a ratio of spaces per 1,000 square feet. Calculating parking ratio is crucial for property owners and managers because it directly impacts tenant satisfaction, property value, and daily operations. A well-calculated ratio helps optimize space utilization, prevent overcrowding, and create a better experience for everyone at your property. Whether you manage an… Continue reading →

If you're a property and/or asset manager, then managing a parking facility is likely part of your job. While property managers oversee day-to-day parking operations, asset managers typically play a more complicated role in implementing strategies to grow cash flow and asset values. Either way, your parking facility maintenance should be at the top of your priority list. Don't overlook this important piece of the equation. Your parking facility will be the first impression for your tenants and their guests,… Continue reading →