Volume 2 - Issue 3, May - June 2026

Parking management has become a critical issue in medium-sized cities due to rapid urbanization, rising income levels, and exponential growth in private vehicle ownership. Unlike metropolitan cities, medium-sized cities often lack structured planning, advanced parking systems, and regulatory enforcement mechanisms. This research investigates the nature, causes, and impacts of parking problems and evaluates various management strategies. The study integrates literature review, field observations, and analytical methods to assess parking demand, supply, and utilization patterns. The findings reveal that parking shortages are not solely due to lack of space but are largely caused by inefficient management, poor policy implementation, and unregulated on-street parking.

Mr. Nilesh R. Pawar, Prof.Apeksha Choudhary, "Parking Demand Assessment and Management Strategies for Washim Commercial Areas" International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Educational Development, V2(3): Page(61-68) May-June 2026. ISSN: 3107-6513. www.ijamred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.