Colorado Springs, CO – Beginning January 1, 2026, downtown drivers in Colorado Springs will notice a change at two major parking garages. El Paso County officials announced that the Sahwatch and Costilla garages will transition to a cashless payment system, aimed at making parking “faster, safer, and more convenient” for visitors.
According to the county’s announcement, all major debit and credit cards will be accepted, while parking rates and hours will remain unchanged. The transition aligns with a broader county effort to modernize public services and improve downtown accessibility.
Officials say the move will help reduce maintenance costs and streamline payment processing at the garages, which serve a large portion of downtown traffic and local government facilities.
Drivers who currently pay with cash are encouraged to plan ahead before the new system goes live at the start of 2026.
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