Visitors Conducting Business
Members of the public conducting business at One Texas Center (OTC) are provided with limited free parking in the surface lot or parking garage:
- Without validation: 0-45 minutes
- With validation (take ticket to OTC staff to request validation): up to two hours
Note: Public parking is not permitted in spaces marked "Reserved."
Entering and Exiting
Visitors are required to enter and exit the garage by way of the north side (Haywood Ave. side) only.
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One Texas Center (OTC) Public Parking Rates
| Daily Rate Mon-Fri 5 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
Current Rate |
| 0 to 45 minutes | Free |
| 46 minutes to 1 hour | $5.00 |
| Each additional 30 minutes | $2.50 |
| 5+ hours | $35.00 (daily max) |
| Nightly Rate Mon-Sun 5 p.m. – 5 a.m. |
$15.00 |
| Monthly Contract | $200.00 |
All rates include sales tax. Special event parking rates may supersede normal rates. Monthly Parking is limited and is based on a first-come, first-served basis.
Pay and/or Reserve Parking with ZipBy
- What is ZipBy?
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ZipBy is a convenient, contactless option that lets you enter and exit parking facilities using your phone. With the ZipBy app, visitors can open parking gates with the "Open Gates & Doors" button in the app for a smooth and easy parking experience.
- How to Use ZipBy
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Download the ZipBy app and create your account beforehand. When you drive up to the gate, simply open the app and tap "Open Gates & Doors." The gate will open and your parking session will begin automatically. When you're ready to leave, tap the same button to exit. Your receipt will be sent automatically to your email. ZipBy provides a simple and secure alternative for drivers who prefer using their mobile device.
- Parking Reservations
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To reserve parking for events or scheduled visits, bookings must be made on the City of Austin - Pre-Booking Site. Once your reservation is confirmed, you’ll receive an access QR code by email. When you arrive, scan this QR code at the gate’s reader and it will open automatically. This allows you to enter smoothly using your reservation.
Validation
Validation will be provided to City employees doing business at the OTC, members of the news media, and those participating in active Board and Commission meetings conducted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and posted on the Austin City Clerk's website.
Validation will not be provided for members of the public conducting business at the facility. While single-occupant vehicle usage is convenient, the City encourages business visitors to explore sustainable options to reach the PDC. Several CapMetro Bus routes stop within three blocks of One Texas Center. On-site bicycle storage facilities are also available. These options align with the city's Austin Strategic Mobility Plan goal to reduce the share of single-occupant vehicle trips to less than 50% by 2039.