NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayAugust 26, 2026Hillsborough
Pinellas County considers replacing $6 daily beach parking with $3.50 hourly rate
Pinellas County Commissioners are weighing a new parking fee structure for Fort De Soto, Sand Key, and Fred Howard Parks that would replace the current $6 daily flat rate with a $3.50 hourly charge. The proposal, which also includes potential increases for boat-ramp access and annual passes, is estimated to generate $2.8 million in additional annual revenue to address budget shortfalls.
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Frequent beach visitors could see their daily parking costs rise from $6 to as much as $28 for an eight-hour stay, depending on whether commissioners adopt a proposed $15 daily cap.
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Who's Mentioned
personBraden Marsh“16-year-old fisherman who expressed concern about the impact of higher fees on v”organizationPinellas County Commission“Local governing body evaluating budget adjustments.”locationFred Howard Park“Park affected by the proposed parking fee changes.”locationSand Key“Park affected by the proposed parking fee changes.”personBrian Scott“Stated that rate adjustments are overdue to address budget shortfalls.”locationFort De Soto“Park affected by the proposed parking fee changes.”