Discovery Gardens to Introduce Paid Parking on January 15, 2026
Starting January 15, 2026, Discovery Gardens will launch a new paid parking system across the community. The update aims to improve shared parking management and reduce congestion in residential zones.
Dubai Holding Community Management informed residents that Parkonic will operate the system. Zone signage installations are underway, and full enforcement will begin next month.
How the Parking System Will Work
Each residential unit in Discovery Gardens without built-in parking will receive one free parking permit. Residents who own multiple vehicles must subscribe to a paid parking plan for each additional car. Here are the key registration dates:
- December 24, 2025: Residential permit applications open
- January 9, 2026: Paid subscription applications begin
- January 15, 2026: Paid parking enforcement starts
Residents must complete permit applications via the Parkonic tenant registration portal on the website or mobile app. Only tenants with valid lease agreements can apply.
Subscription Terms and Conditions
Dubai Holding confirmed that free permits apply to each unit, not to each resident. Tenants with more than one vehicle must register additional licenses using the same platform. Essential details for residents:
- Paid permits are linked to specific license plates
- Permit transfers between vehicles are not allowed
- Permits are valid only for residents of Discovery Gardens
The community management advised all tenants to apply early to avoid access issues after the rollout.
Why the Change Is Happening
The introduction of paid parking follows ongoing efforts to improve accessibility, safety, and efficient use of space in Discovery Gardens. With many buildings lacking private parking, the new system seeks to allocate spaces fairly and ensure smoother traffic within residential blocks.
While a circular was shared with residents, Parkonic has not yet released an official public statement. However, support lines remain open 24/7 at 800 PARKONIC (72756642) for inquiries.
Conclusion
Residents of Discovery Gardens should prepare for the launch of the community’s paid parking system on January 15, 2026. The changes aim to ease congestion and enhance parking availability for all. What are your views on this? Let us know in the comments below.
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