By Mark Vergenes:
A major change is coming to private parking operations in Pennsylvania.
On July 17, 2026, Pennsylvania enacted House Bill 1862, a wide-ranging transportation bill that establishes a new framework for how private parking operators can issue charges and contact vehicle owners. The new requirements take effect July 1, 2027, giving operators time to prepare.
One of the most significant changes is a clear legal pathway for private parking operators to obtain limited PennDOT registration information, specifically a vehicle registrant’s name and mailing address, for the purpose of issuing invoices for unpaid parking charges or violations of posted rules.
The law also establishes important requirements designed to protect both operators and consumers, including:
- Clear signage identifying private lots, parking rates, and violation fees
- A 10-business-day deadline for placing or mailing invoices
- Strict privacy requirements governing the use and destruction of vehicle owner information
- PennDOT oversight and audits to ensure operator and vendor compliance
For Pennsylvania parking operators, the legislation creates an opportunity to improve fee recovery while reducing reliance on more disruptive enforcement methods and establishing greater consistency across the industry.
With implementation less than a year away, operators should begin reviewing signage, enforcement procedures, vendor relationships, and data privacy practices now.
Read PTAP’s full overview of House Bill 1862 to learn more about the requirements, timeline, and steps parking operators can take to prepare for 2027.
Mark Vergenes is the President for Parking & Transportation Association of Pennsylvania (PTAP). Mark can be reached at mark@mirusconsultants.com.