Downtown Parking Enforcement

Downtown parking is monitored by our Community Service Officer. On-street parking is timed, with the spaces allowing for two-hour parking. 

The City of Fort Dodge offers paperless parking permits for Downtown city lots. Convenient options are available, tailored to different needs:

  • General Parking:

    • Auto Renew Monthly: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm, $22.00/month
    • Month to Month: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm, $22.00/month
    • Annual: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm, $242.00/year (one month free)
  • Overnight Parking:

    • Auto Renew Monthly: Around the Clock 24/7, $30.00/month
    • Month to Month: Around the Clock 24/7, $30.00/month
    • Annual: Around the Clock 24/7, $330.00/year (one month free)
  • Reserved Parking:

    • Auto Renew Monthly: Designated Parking Spot, $40.00/month
    • Must contact the City/CSO to purchase.

To purchase a pass, visit https://www.tocite.net/fortdodgeiowa/portal. New users must register for an account before buying a pass. Click on the login button in the upper right-hand corner, then select “Create Account”. You will receive an email from customer_service@upsafety.net to confirm your email. After confirmation, log into your account, choose your desired permit, and complete the purchase form. Note that your ID # is your driver’s license number. You will receive an email confirmation when your parking permits are processed and approved.

Downtown Public Parking Map

Downtown Public Parking by Fort Dodge Communications

Parking fines are set at $15.00.

Parking tickets may be appealed within 10 days of the date that the ticket was issued. If your appeal is denied and you wish to further appeal the ticket, you may do so through the court system. You must file the appeal within 10 days of receiving the ticket.  Appeal forms can be obtained at the Fort Dodge Treasurer's Office, the Fort Dodge Police Department, or by clicking here.

Parking Ticket Types Explained

Snow Routes

For more information on snow routes, click the image below or visit the Public Works page.

Snow Route

Contact Us

Mike Dolata, Community Service Officer
702 1st Ave S
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
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  • Phone: (515) 573-1426
  • Business Fax: (515) 573-7788
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  • Office Hours:
    Monday-Friday
    8am to 4:30pm

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