In a move aimed at making one of Atlanta’s most dynamic districts more convenient and accessible, the Upper Westside Community Improvement District (CID) has unveiled an interactive parking map on its website, upperwestsideatl.org/parking, offering an easy-to-navigate tool that highlights available structured parking throughout the Upper Westside District, focusing on the Marietta Street Artery neighborhood in particular. 

As a direct response to growing feedback about traffic and parking, local property owners gathered to discuss a coordinated strategy which included providing more parking validations and reducing parking rates.

The new map tool identifies dozens of parking locations throughout the Upper Westside, including information on complimentary and business-validated parking for patrons in an area of town known for its Michelin-rated restaurants, creative retail offerings and vibrant nightlife. Sites include popular destinations such as Westside Provisions District and Star Metals on Howell Mill Road, The Works on Chattahoochee Avenue and Brickworks on Marietta Street

“This is an area built on creativity and innovation. While there is abundant parking, we felt it would be helpful to back Upper Westside CID’s initiative to give patrons an easy-to-follow guide,” said Matt Bronfman, the CEO of Jamestown, which is part-owner of Westside Provisions District. “The new map takes the guesswork out of parking costs so planning visits to enjoy everything our shops and restaurants have to offer is effortless.”

West Midtown has grown rapidly over the past decade, transitioning from an industrial zone to a mixed-use, high-density urban district prized for its walkability, architectural character and proximity to Georgia Tech. With that transformation has come increased traffic, and a need for smart, user-friendly solutions.

The interactive map is part of a broader push from local property owners and facilitated by the Upper Westside CID to elevate quality of life through infrastructure, placemaking and strategic investment. From the Howell Mill Complete Street project to new greenways and bikeways, the CID is working to ensure that residents, workers and visitors can move safely and efficiently throughout the area using their mode of choice. The map also highlights which parking decks feature bike parking and EV charging. 

In addition to the online tool, the Upper Westside CID and participating property owners are developing universal Upper Westside signage to help drivers locate the parking decks, way finding for bicycle parking and signs guiding rideshare drives to safe and convenient pick up and drop off zones. 

Fueled by public-private partnerships and a shared commitment to thoughtful urbanism, the district is doubling down on its strengths; walkability, authenticity and creativity while recognizing that many trips to and from the area still take place by car. 

“The interactive parking map reflects the collaborative spirit of the Westside,” said Adeline Collot, Program Director of the Upper Westside CID. “We’re making it easier for people to discover, explore and support this community.”