What is DEPP?

The Downtown Employee Parking Permit (DEPP) offers a 50% discount on monthly permits in the following ramps:

• La Crosse Center Ramp - 201 Jay Street
• Main Street Ramp - 115 3rd Street N
• Market Square Ramp - 410 Jay Street
• Pine Street Ramp - 222 Pine Street
• Riverside Ramp - 424 2nd Street S

Volunteers, interns, and employees who work in the Downtown Parking District (see map below), work at least 20 hours a week, and make below 60% of the median income for La Crosse County (based on United States Department of Housing and Urban Development published income guidelines) are eligible for a $20/month parking pass.  Effective April 1, 2024, the wage limit is $1,721.00 per month.

Downtown Employee Parking Permit Application

If you meet the above qualifications, you can submit application materials two ways:

1. Online via our Parking Utility Permit website.
   • Click on "Permits" on the top left, and then "Downtown Employee Parking Permit".
   • If you are a renewing customer, enter your customer number and password - if you've forgotten this information, contact the Parking Utility at parking@cityoflacrosse.org or (608) 789-7295.
   • If you are a new customer, create a new account.
   • Once you are signed-in, select the application icon to bring up the Application form. Fill this out and save to your computer.
   • Then upload this saved form where indicated.
   • Select verification icon to upload a copy of most recent payroll check stub.
   • You will receive an email from the Parking Utility once your application is approved.

      

2.  In-person, through the mail, or email
   • Download the Downtown Employee Parking Permit Application.
   • Supply a Proof of Income - a copy of most recent payroll check stub.
     • Submit these two items one of the following ways:
       • Drop off at the La Crosse Police Department, 1st Floor City Hall, 400 La Crosse Street, La Crosse, Monday through Thursday from 8:00AM - 4:00PM.
       • Mail to the above address with attention to "Parking Utility".
       • Email information to parking@cityoflacrosse.org.
   • Applicant will be contacted by Parking office.

Upon receipt, ensure you follow the Parking Permit Guidelines listed below. For questions, email the Parking Utility or call (608) 789-7295.

Downtown Employee Parking Permit Guidelines:

• Working in the City of La Crosse Downtown Parking District (see map below).
• Work/intern/volunteer at least 20 hours a week.
• Make below 60% of median income for La Crosse County based on United State Department of Housing and Development published income guidelines.  Effective April 1, 2024, the wage limit is $1,721.00/month.
• No outstanding parking citations with the City of La Crosse.
• Only allowed to park in the designated areas on the very upper level of any parking ramp.
• Payment required each month for permit.  Monthly fee is due in advance, by the 26th of the month in which permit expires.
• Permit may not be used for long-term storage of personal vehicles or company vehicles.  Vehicles left over seventy-two (72) hours are subject to being towed away.
• Permits are not transferable to another person or vehicle.