Supply has an opportunity cost
Land used for parking is not available for housing, parks, businesses or other infrastructure.
Location matters
Central parking can create different traffic effects from peripheral or shared parking.
Requirements influence development form
Parking rules can change building size, cost and site layout.
Demand is not fixed
Pricing, transit quality, land use and trip purpose all influence parking demand.
Scope boundary. This page explains system relationships at a planning level. Real utility, transportation, emergency, structural, electrical, cybersecurity and public-safety decisions require local agencies and qualified professionals.