Eixample Restricts Non-Resident Parking Starting September

At its July 7 meeting, the Eixample District Council approved an ordinance expanding the resident parking permit system across the district, allocating 4.2 million euros for implementation and enforcement through 2027.

This decision aligns with Barcelona's ongoing district-level mobility adjustments, where Eixample recorded over 180,000 registered vehicles in the 2025 municipal registry amid steady population growth in its 7.5 square kilometre area.

Changes for Local Access

Under the new rules, non-resident vehicles will be restricted to two hours of parking in designated zones during peak hours from 8am to 8pm on weekdays, while permit holders pay an annual fee of 85 euros. Council documents indicate this applies to streets such as Carrer de Balmes, Carrer de València and Passeig de Gràcia.

Local residents without permits will need to apply through the district office by August 15, with priority given to those living within 500 metres of their registered address. The policy projects to affect approximately 45,000 households based on current registration figures from the district's 2025 administrative review.

Business owners along major thoroughfares can apply for limited commercial loading permits valid for 30 minutes per visit, a measure outlined in the ordinance to maintain delivery access without expanding overall parking supply.

Budget Figures and Next Steps

The 4.2 million euro budget covers new signage, digital permit apps and 12 additional enforcement officers, as outlined in the district's 2026 fiscal plan. Similar measures in other Barcelona districts have generated 1.8 million euros in annual revenue, per city financial reports from 2024.

Implementation begins with a three-month grace period starting September 1, after which fines of 90 euros will apply for violations. District officials expect full rollout by December 2026, with quarterly progress reports scheduled for public review at subsequent council sessions.