Downtown Parking Garage Rehabilitation
The parking garage at 300 Church Street reopened on Friday, August 22, 2025 at 9 a.m.
The multi-storey parking garage was closed in April 2024 to undergo essential repairs to extend the durability of the garage by an additional 15 years and keep it in good working condition.
The repairs were undertaken to address structural issues and deterioration identified during routine maintenance inspections and testing in 2022. Based on the expert advice of external engineering consultants, the nature and extent of the repairs required the full closure of the garage.
Keeping you informed
The Town is committed to keeping the public up-to-date with additional details shared on this project page as they become available.
Residents can also contact Service Oakville with any inquiries.
For more details, review the Memo to Council dated November 4, 2022 (pdf).
Reopening update
The Church Street parking garage reopened on Friday, August 22, 2025 at 9 a.m., with parking available on levels one and two, as well as the basement.
Parking on level three reopened on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, when the basement was closed. Painting will continue on the fourth level (including the roof), basement, and exterior. The upper level and basement will reopen as soon as the remaining work is completed, with full public access expected by mid-September.
The garage was closed in 2024 to carry out essential repairs following structural concerns identified during routine inspections in 2022. The scope of work required full closure to ensure safety and allow for comprehensive upgrades.
Completed improvements include:
- Structural concrete repairs
- Elevator upgrades
- Replacement of fire alarm and suppression systems
- Expanded security camera coverage
- Painting of parking levels, stairways, and lines
- Updated wayfinding signage
- Interior modernization to improve the overall look and functionality
Once reopened, the garage will be available 24 hours a day. New hourly, daily, and evening rates will be introduced, with payment options available through the HONK mobile app and text-to-pay. Monthly permits are also available, and previous permit holders will have the opportunity to renew.
Monthly permit holders
The Church Street parking garage reopened on Friday, August 22, 2025 at 9 a.m., with parking available on levels one and two, as well as the basement. Parking on level three reopened on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, when the basement was closed. Painting will continue on the fourth level (including the roof), basement, and exterior. The upper level and basement will reopen as soon as the remaining work is completed, with full public access expected by mid-September.
Permits at the garage will allow parking on all levels except level one, which will be left available for visitors. Accessible parking is available on the first floor and available for use with a valid accessible permit by permit holders and visitors the garage.
Once the permit holders have taken the opportunity to purchase their new permits the waitlist will be open to the public starting September 16. To join the waitlist, visit the Parking and Enforcement page, select "Parking permits" and sign in to your Online Services account.
To learn more about parking options in Downtown Oakville, please visit the Parking Lots and Garages page.
- Late spring/early summer 2023: Engineering design consultant retained by the town completed its investigation of the parking garage. They recommended a rehabilitation plan that will extend the life of the garage by an additional 15 years.
- End of 2023: A Request for Tender (RFT) to hire a contractor to complete the repairs outlined in the plan was issued.
- April 8, 2024: Garage will fully close and the contractor is anticipated to mobilize on site.
- April 15, 2024: Rehabilitation and repair work begins and is anticipated to last at least 12 months.
The repair and rehabilitation work to the Downtown Parking Garage include:
- concrete repairs throughout the garage to reinforce structural integrity of each level, including the basement;
- installation of a traffic deck waterproofing system protecting all traffic and pedestrian surfaces; and
- repainting all parking lines, directional arrows, and barrier-free symbols once surface repairs are completed.
- elevator upgrades including replacing the elevator door mechanisms to extend its service life.
- updates to the garage’s access and payment system; and
- addition of eight parking spaces on the main floor.
We are going to focus on making Downtown Oakville more attractive by offering more opportunities for everyone to enjoy.
As part of this commitment, a new project under the Downtown Parking Supply Study (DPSS) has been initiated which will build on recommendations brought forward in the Parking Management Strategy.
- The Parking Management Strategy focuses broadly on optimizing within the existing parking model.
- The DPSS will focus on Downtown Oakville and how best to determine the current and future needs.
Find parking easily
The Town’s real-time Downtown Oakville parking map is a handy tool for residents and visitors to find nearby places to park.
Residents and visitors can find municipal parking lots and garages, the cost to park your vehicle and time limits for parking on the Parking Lots and Garages page.