Israel is changing parking rules - drivers face an unpleasant surprise

The Holon Municipality is introducing paid digital parking permits for residents. The first permit costs 13.60 shekels, the second — 67.80. Residents are outraged, considering the fee unjustified, and demand its cancellation, pointing out that in neighboring cities permits are issued for free or for a nominal fee.

The Holon Municipality has announced a parking reform introducing paid digital permits for residents. The cost of the first permit will be 13.60 shekels, and the second — 67.80 shekels. Residents are outraged, considering the fee unjustified, and note that in neighboring cities such as Tel Aviv and Rishon LeZion, permits are issued for free or for a nominal fee. An initiative group is circulating a petition demanding the cancellation of the fee for the first permit and a reduction in the cost of the second. The municipality insists that the reform is aimed at protecting the interests of local residents and increasing the availability of parking spaces by limiting parking for visitors. The new rules will take effect on January 1, 2027, and permits will be valid until December 31, 2028.