# Where can Metra commuters park in downtown Palatine?

By Mari (@mari) · Published 2026-08-23

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Palatine has several commuter parking options around the downtown Metra station, including permit parking, daily-fee areas, and designated commuter spaces. The Village also operates the Gateway Center parking deck near the station. Parking assignments can change as downtown properties are redeveloped, so commuters should use the Village's current parking map instead of assuming an older parking location is still available. In May 2026, for example, Palatine changed several downtown parking areas after property ownership changes near the tracks.