LEXIE ROCK
Communications Director
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(317) 776-6324

ROBERT HERRINGTON
Press Secretary
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(317) 776-6324

The Noblesville Common Council created the Noblesville Ordinance Violations Bureau for parking ordinance violations and approved a new parking ordinance at its September 28, 2021 meeting based on the parking parking pilot program that began the previous year.

With the Levinson garage opening in September 2021, it is important for the city to have a plan in place for maintenance, enforcement, and rate structure that is part of a larger parking strategy for consistent and efficient enforcement of parking ordinances, as well as integrating the newly developed garage style parking in the Levinson. To be effective, this plan must encompass existing parking and adapt to future changes due to growth and development of our downtown.

The public-private partnerships established with the Levinson, Village at Federal Hill projects, and the addition of the Hamilton County Parking Garage give Noblesville the opportunity to increase parking capacity by entering the structured parking arena. Structured parking not only maximizes developable area in our historic downtown, it also provides the ability to disguise the garages by wrapping them with context sensitive, architecturally-enhanced, residential units. Structured parking requires a different level of infrastructure, insurance, preventative maintenance, data collection and analysis, and enforcement.

The previous parking pilot program identified an increasing need for a full-time, proactive and ambassador-style operational approach to parking management and enforcement by a private third party. A private, third party ambassador-style parking management company will provide consistent and effective enforcement on street parking, surface lots and new garage style parking in the Levinson and Federal Hill; efficient management and tracking of parking permits; professional customer relations; engagement and fee collection. A private parking management company also allows public safety resources currently devoting time to parking enforcement and management to return their focus to those duties previously assigned while also providing more timely, consistent and effective enforcement and engagement in our parking program.

Denison Parking Inc., a nationally recognized parking management company, has been contracted as the parking management company. Denison Parking handles ordinance enforcement related to street and surface lot parking, control of parking in the Levinson garage, and assume permit parking registration and tracking, garage maintenance, and fee collection. Denison Parking can be contacted at (317) 770-4300 or visit their Management Service Office in the Noblesville Public Safety Building, 135 S. 9th St.

Downtown parking is separated into three locations:

• Paid parking lots and parking garage spaces
• Free on-street spaces
• Two consecutive hours of free parking per day in the Yellow Zone around the Downtown Square 

Parking enforcement in lots is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and parking enforcement for on-street parking is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Major Changes in Downtown Parking
  • • Parking area in the free 2-hour zone has been expanded. Parking is for two consecutive hours per day, not per space. Once the vehicle is in a spot, the time begins and extends for 2 hours. If you stay over 2 hours or return to the 2-hour zone on the same day before 5 p.m., you may receive a ticket.
    • 20-minute parking spaces in the downtown area have been established for carryout or quick pick-up from businesses and restaurants.
    • Parking by backing into parking spaces or any other form of parking other than "head-in" is prohibited.
    • The initial cost for a parking ticket is $25.
    • The License Plate Reader (LPR) camera and software package scans vehicle license plates to enforce 2-hour time limits and metered parking violations. 
    
    
  • RED LOT CHANGES
  • • The City of Noblesville and Hamilton County have agreed to transfer the Logan Street City Parking Lot (also known as the Red Lot) from the city to the county. These changes began on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022.
  • • By providing additional parking for county employees and guests in this lot, the city hopes to free up additional street and lot parking for its downtown businesses and their visitors.
  • • The Red Lot will be used by county employees, jurors, and others doing business at the Hamilton County Judicial Center during normal business hours – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
  • • The parking lot will be available for public use during nights, weekends and holidays.
• Where Can I Park?
  • PARKING GARAGES
    • The city operates two parking garages downtown - The Levinson (868 Maple Ave.) and The Village at Federal Hill (196 Westfield Road). Permit and public parking is available in each garage.
    • These parking garages offer the first four (4) hours for free each day. The cost is $2 per hour after.
  • • The Hamilton County Parking Garage (225 N. 9th Street) is available weekdays after 5 p.m. and the weekends for free. Permits are required from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
  • YELLOW ZONE
    The Yellow Zone is 2 consecutive hours of free parking per day.
  • • This area includes the nine blocks that comprise the Downtown Square.
    • The 2 consecutive-hour limit encourages turnover of parking as supported by data collected in the Downtown Parking Study.
    • Drivers may not move their cars from space to space every 2 hours in this zone.
    • The city has designated new 20-minute spaces in the downtown area for quick stops, which will not count toward a driver’s 2 hours.
  • 
    BLUE ZONE
    The Blue Zone is free, all-day parking.
  • • Drivers who intend to stay longer than 2 hours in a single day should park in the lots or in the blue zone on streets that have no time restrictions.
    • By shrinking the 2-hour restricted parking area, 250-300 free on-street parking spaces have been added.
    
    
  • SPECIAL AREAS
    • The City Hall Lot (16. S. 10th Street) offers free, unrestricted all-day parking.
    • The Purple Lot and Clinton Street (between 8th and 9th streets) are permit only.
    • All parking lots and city/county employee lots are available for free to the public after 5 p.m. weekdays and all day on weekends and holidays.
• Parking Kiosks
  • • New parking kiosks have replaced outdated coin meters.
    • This technology allows for credit card and coin quarter payments, mobile app access and payment of parking tickets.
    • Kiosks are located in the Orange Lot(9th Street) and The Levinson Parking Garage.
    • Drivers will enter their license plate number and submit payment.
    • The cost to park in metered lots is $2 per hour. 
• Parkmobile App
  • Similar to Indianapolis and Broad Ripple, Noblesville’s parking is available on the ParkMobile app. The app is free to download to your smartphone through the Apple App Store and Google Play. The app will store your information for any vehicle you may be driving.
• Parking Penalties
  • • Each violator (except violations of Chapter 72*) shall pay a fine and penalty to the City Court Clerk  in the sum of $25 if paid within seven (7) days of the date of the time of issuance, unless provided otherwise under Indiana law. Additional fees shall be assessed based upon the following fine schedule:

       - Unpaid between eight (8) and fourteen (14) days of the date of issuance: $30

  •    - Unpaid between 15 and 21 days of the date of issuance: $50;

  •    - Unpaid between 22 and 28 days of the date of issuance: $70;

  •    - Unpaid between 29 and 35 days of the date of issuance: $90; and

  •    - Unpaid after 36 days of the date of issuance: $110.

  • *Violators of Chapter 72 shall pay a fine in the amounts set forth in §132.02.  A violator may deny the citation in accordance with §132.01.
• How to Pay Your Ticket
  • If you receive a ticket for violating the traffic ordinance, you may pay the fine at the following locations:
    • Any parking kiosk
    • noblesville.paymynotice.com
    • Denison Parking Management Service Office in the Noblesville Public Safety Building (135 S. 9th St.)
  • 
    If you have a concern about your ticket, please contact Denison Parking, Inc. at (317) 770-4300.
    

    If you wish to contest a parking ticket, please click here to print the Court Referral Form. Return the completed form to Denison Parking at 135 S. 9th Street, Noblesville, IN 46060. Your parking fine will be frozen as of the date the appeal is received or postmarked until the appeal process has been completed. You will be contacted by the Noblesville City Court regarding a hearing date for your appeal. Please note: If you are found guilty by the Court, you will incur state-mandated court costs of $135 in addition to the original parking fine.

Ordinance No. 66-09-21

How To Use The New Parking Kiosks Video

How To Use The ParkMobile App

Downtown Parking Map

John Ditslear

2004 - 2019

A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Ditslear moved to Noblesville in 1966 and was an active civic and community leader before becoming mayor. Ditslear led the addition of several quality of life initiatives within the city, including Hamilton Town Center and the conservation of green space. The city expanded its trails system and added Dr. James A. Dillon Park, Federal Hill Commons, and purchased 200 acres for Finch Creek Park. Ditslear oversaw the improvement and expansion of roadways throughout the city, including the introduction of roundabout intersections and the construction of 146th Street across Noblesville. Additionally, Ditslear improved the ability for residents to volunteer and has increased community engagement.

Dennis R. Redick

1996 - 2003

Mayor Redick revived the Fourth of July Fireworks Festival. He served on the executive committee of the Indiana Association of Cities and Towns. Redick also created a corporate campus for 146th Street on the city's southeast side. He supported additional facilities, equipment, and salaries for public safety.

Mary Sue Rowland

1988 - 1995

Mayor Rowland improved the city park facilities and implemented a new sewage treatment plant. She created the Arts Commission and Shakespeare in the Park. Rowland was responsible for the Logan Street extension from Ind. 19 to River Avenue and restored the former post office into the new Public Safety Building. Rowland developed a plan to help the Old Southside Neighborhood recover after flooding and had a fire station built at Herriman Boulevard and Greenfield Avenue. She also led the restoration of downtown and created a community Thanksgiving dinner. Rowland was given a Sagamore of the Wabash by Gov. Evan Bayh.

Patricia Logan

1980 - 1987

Mayor Logan was Noblesville's first female mayor and was in charge of building Logan Street Bridge. She was responsible for turning the Carnegie Library into City Hall. Logan also developed a planned growth mode. She was in charge of creating Seminary Park and greatly extended Noblesville boundaries. 

Robert V. Wical

1976 - 1979

Wical was the second Democratic mayor of Noblesville. He instituted the police department's take-home car program and expanded city services. Wical was the first full-time mayor. Additionally, he approved the fire station at South Harbor. 

Max Robinson

1972 - 1975

Mayor Robinson updated the city sewer system and was a leader in the construction of an interceptor around the city that allowed more homes to be served by the system. He annexed the Firestone Industrial Products property into the city. Robinson also started development of the city west of Riverview Hospital.

Joe Butler

1964 - 1971

Mayor Butler annexed the property known as the Harbours. He expanded Forest Park and Fox Prairie Golf Course and oversaw the annexation of Shorewood Co-op's Morse Lake Property. Butler established the Summer Recreation Program for Community Children. He also expanded the city sewage lines and treatment. Additionally, Butler was a WWII Army veteran.

Dale Hanshew

1960 - 1963

Mayor Hanshew was a business owner and a lifelong Republican. He passed away in office at the age of 62.

John R. Neal

1958 - 1959; 1963

Mayor Neal was a former publisher of the Noblesville Ledger and a Korean War veteran. He also was the president of the Chamber of Commerce. He launched Noblesville Cablevision and initiated a comprehensive annexation plan. Neal served on the park board for 16 years. He served as mayor twice, but was never elected.

Gordon Olvey

1958

Mayor Olvey was only able to serve between March 30 and May 1 due to the death of Mayor Lawson.

Herman Lawson

1952 - 1958

Mayor Lawson served as police chief in 1931 and fire chief from 1935 to 1947. While mayor, he erected a new city building and opened a co-city dog pound. He also opened a recreational area in the southern part of the city and placed a sewage treatment plant on sound financial ground. Lawson developed efficient fire and police departments and added additional sewers for residents. Unfortunately, Lawson died while in office. 

Emmett R. Fertig

1939 - 1951

Mayor Fertig attended Indiana University and studied law at Leland Stanford Junior University. He served as mayor for 13 years. Fertig played a leading role in the installation of the city sewage treatment plant.

William E. Gifford

1930 - 1934

Mayor Gifford worked for Eli Lilly and Co. for 16 years. He moved to Noblesville in 1921. Gifford owned and operated a drug store and was a member and president of the Noblesville City School Board. He was associated with the Browser Truck Line and was a member of the Masonic Lodge. 

J. X. Joseph

1926 - 1929

Mayor Joseph was a native of Noblesville. He directed construction of the Noblesville armory. Joseph was a trustee for the Noblesville Aerie No. 450, Order of Eagles. He was active in the Christian Church and was a deacon for half a century.

H. G. "Pop" Brown

1922 - 1925; 1935 - 1938

Mayor Brown moved to Noblesville in 1910. He was mayor for two non-consecutive terms. During his first term, he was a major leader in the centennial celebration in 1923. Brown sold his land to the city for the creation of Forest Park in Noblesville. He took strong measures during his terms to destroy mosquitoes in water and stagnant pools. Brown also established the Fourth of July celebration.

D. B. "Jack" McCoun

1918 - 1921

Mayor McCoun moved to Noblesville in 1909 and took over the Punnell-Dulin Lumber Co. He then owned and organized the McCoun Construction Co. While mayor, he made great efforts to improve sewage treatment, restraining orders language, and claims and street repair issues.

Dr. E. C. Loehr

1910 - 1917

Before Dr. E. C. Loehr was mayor, he was referred to as one of the best physicians in the country. He attended Indiana University for his undergraduate degree. As mayor, he was responsible for implementing a better system for the Noblesville Police Department. He also led the purchase of Carnegie Library. Loehr was a member of the Masonic Lodge and identified with the Knights of Pythias.

John L. Dulin

1905 - 1906

Dulin was the first Democratic mayor of Noblesville. He was responsible for the erection of electric wires and poles within the city. He took a lead in curtailing the water pollution in the area. Dulin also was secretary of Capital Furniture Manufacturing Co.

George Snyder

1903 - 1904

Before moving to Noblesville, Mayor Snyder lived in Union City. He was vice president of the First National Bank of Noblesville. He passed away in 1927 at the age of 63.

Albert R. Baker

1900 - 1902

Mayor Baker was the Hamilton County treasurer from 1890 to 1892. He had a leading role in the establishment of the tracks and regular lines through Noblesville from the Union Railroad. After serving as mayor, Baker returned to the livery and feed stables business. He also was on the committee on resolutions in the Noblesville Rod and Gun Club.

James W. Smith

1891 - 1894

Mayor Smith bricked the city streets around the downtown square during his first term. He also established the first municipal water works system. The first county hospital was build on North Ninth Street during his second term. Smith also served for nine years on the school board, organized the American National Bank of Noblesville, and was a member of both Noblesville Masonic Lodges. 

John F. Neal

1889 - 1890

Mayor John F. Neal wrote ordinances regulating the gas, water, and electric light franchises. He was the first mayor to successfully appoint all county council and township advisory board member positions. Neal installed the water works system and laid the first street pavement. He also served Noblesville as the city attorney, judge of the circuit court, and president of the Hamilton County Bar Association. 

Edgar C. Wilson

1887 - 1889; 1895 - 1899; 1907 - 1909

Mayor Wilson was responsible for the early beautification of downtown Noblesville and its surrounding neighborhoods. He oversaw the installation of street lamps and posts, brick pavements, shade trees around the downtown area, and asphalt-paved alleys. Wilson passed an ordinance that natural gas could not be pumped through streets and alleys except for citizens' use. He passed another ordinance that stated houses must be built of brick, stone, and other noncombustible material. Wilson prescribed the creation of a city seal and helped build a new school house. He was an attorney by trade. 

David Moss

1851

Mayor Moss briefly served in a mayoral role when Noblesville was incorporated as a town in 1851. Moss was previously involved with Strawtown. He later was a prosecuting attorney, circuit judge, county agent and seminary trustee.