Moving from Spaces to Places
The Economics of Future-Forward Parking
Parking infrastructure represents trillions of dollars in urban real estate — yet it remains one of the least examined forces shaping our cities. Parkonomics explores how parking decisions drive development economics, influence community vitality, and determine whether urban investments succeed or fail.
We’re practitioners who’ve spent decades at the intersection of parking operations, mobility planning, and commercial real estate development. Our long-form analysis goes deeper than industry headlines to examine the questions that actually matter to developers, cities, and investors.
How Parking Shapes the Built Environment
Every parking ratio is an economic bet. Every garage is a 50-year wager on how a city will evolve. Every surface lot represents opportunity cost that compounds for generations.
Parkonomics is a thought leadership column co-founded by Kevin Bopp, Bernard Lee, and Andrew Sachs — three professionals whose combined experience spans parking technology, real estate operations, and urban development. We launched at the Urban Land Institute and now publish across multiple outlets covering parking, mobility, urban planning, and commercial real estate.
Our mission is simple: bring rigorous, long-form analysis to an industry that shapes $500+ billion in urban infrastructure yet rarely receives the depth of coverage it deserves.
Delve into the economic insights and innovative strategies shaping the future of urban parking.
Smart Space Optimization
Maximize urban areas by transforming parking into efficient, multi-use spaces that boost city dynamics.
Economic Impact Analysis
Understand how parking strategies influence local economies and contribute to sustainable urban growth.
Innovative Technology Integration
Leverage cutting-edge tech to create seamless parking experiences that benefit drivers and city planners alike.
Insights – How Parking Shapes the Built Environment
The parking decisions made today determine which communities thrive tomorrow. We examine the forces transforming this critical infrastructure — and what they mean for the professionals building our cities.
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Urban Economics and the Evolution of Parking Spaces
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The Role of Smart Technology in Parking Transformation
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Economic Insights for Tomorrow’s Parking
Discover upcoming workshops and forums that explore innovative parking economics and urban transformation, connecting you with leading experts and community initiatives.
Urban Parking Innovation Summit
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Join thought leaders discussing future-ready parking solutions and their economic impact.
Smart Parking Technology Expo
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Explore cutting-edge tech transforming parking spaces into dynamic urban assets.
Community Parking Strategy Workshop
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Engage in collaborative sessions crafting sustainable parking policies for vibrant cities.