Seberang Perai motorists will face higher parking charges beginning 1 Jan 2025, following the Seberang Perai City Council’s (MBSP) announcement of a 100% increase in parking fees.

Under the revised rates, hourly parking will cost RM0.80, up from RM0.40, while daily rates will increase from RM3 to RM6. Monthly parking passes will also see a hike, rising from RM75 to RM150. A new short-term option of RM0.40 for 30-minute parking will be introduced. However, the RM200 monthly fee for designated business premises parking spaces will remain unchanged.

MBSP Mayor Datuk Baderul Amin Abdul Hamid highlighted that this adjustment was overdue, as the previous rates had remained unchanged for 29 years. He emphasized the need for the increase to support infrastructure development and foster sustainable growth in Seberang Perai.

Currently, the city boasts 22,000 parking spaces equipped with battery sensors under the Penang Smart Parking (PSP) system, along with 2,000 monitored by camera sensors.

“This adjustment aligns with our vision of making Seberang Perai a livable and inclusive city,” Baderul said during a press conference in Bukit Mertajam.

For further inquiries, residents can contact MBSP’s Parking Management Department at 04-5402581.