Parking Curbs, Tax SOPs Among Proposed Bengaluru Traffic Measures

The Karnataka government has proposed major changes to parking regulations in Bengaluru, including property tax exemptions for vacant plots that are converted into parking facilities.Under the draft Comprehensive Parking Rules for the Greater Bengaluru Area, several measures have been proposed to regulate parking and improve traffic management.100% property tax exemption is proposed for vacant plots used for multi-level car parking (MLCP) or mechanised parking.50% exemption is proposed for vacant plots used for surface-level parking.A scientific, fee-based on-street parking system will be introduced, with fees determined based on the type and location of the road.Parking could be banned on major high-traffic corridors and restricted during peak hours to improve traffic flow.Roads around major public transport facilities may have parking restrictions to encourage the use of designated parking facilities.Higher charges for long-duration street parking are proposed to prevent vehicles from occupying road space for extended periods.Monthly parking passes may be provided for…