MPLS Parking is the official utility from the City of Minneapolis for handling on-street parking. It's designed specifically for the local system, allowing drivers to pay for sessions, extend time remotely, and manage multiple registered vehicles from a single account. The app links directly to Minneapolis's parking infrastructure, so payment is applied in real-time to the correct parking space number. A core feature is the session expiry notification, which sends an alert before time runs out, enabling users to add more minutes without returning to their vehicle—particularly useful during long appointments or meetings. Users can also review their parking history and receipts digitally. The app charges a $0.25 convenience fee per transaction, which reviews indicate is considered reasonable for the added utility.
While highly functional, the interface has received minor critiques. Some users note that entering the parking space number could be improved by automatically presenting a numeric keypad instead of the standard keyboard. Others have suggested that a brief tutorial or additional on-screen prompts would benefit those less comfortable with mobile transactions. Despite these small interface quibbles, the app is reported to be reliable and glitch-free, making it a practical and nearly essential tool for anyone regularly parking on Minneapolis streets. Its development by the city government ensures direct integration and accuracy for local parking rules and rates.
While highly functional, the interface has received minor critiques. Some users note that entering the parking space number could be improved by automatically presenting a numeric keypad instead of the standard keyboard. Others have suggested that a brief tutorial or additional on-screen prompts would benefit those less comfortable with mobile transactions. Despite these small interface quibbles, the app is reported to be reliable and glitch-free, making it a practical and nearly essential tool for anyone regularly parking on Minneapolis streets. Its development by the city government ensures direct integration and accuracy for local parking rules and rates.
Key Features
Remote payment for on-street parking spaces
Session expiry notifications to enable remote extension
Multiple vehicle profiles in a single account
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"I really appreciate this app. It is simple, has all the functionality you need, glitch free, notifies you if parking is about to expire so you can extend without going back outside, and lets you store multiple cars. For $0.25 a reservation, it is well worth the cost."
★★★★★Verified User Review
iOSUpdated Dec 1, 2025
