We are charging up Borås with more electric car chargers

We are charging up Borås with more electric car chargers

A collaboration between four municipal partners has accelerated the expansion of electric car chargers in Borås. Borås Municipality’s Parking has teamed up with Nätkraft Borås, (Lokalförsörjningsförvaltningen) the Property Management Department, and (Servicekontoret) the Service Office, and together they are now focusing on building more electric car chargers.

  • Our cooperation will speed up the densification of charging stations. It should be smooth and easy to drive an electric car in Borås, says Lars Hedendahl, CEO of Nätkraft Borås.
  • The collaboration started in early 2024, and so far, the partners have installed 28 charging stations, with work ongoing to complete an additional 14. There are already about 120 public charging stations at visitor parking lots in the city. Through this partnership, an expansion is planned, aiming for about 350 charging stations by 2026.
  • It is important that we continue to simplify the transition to more climate-smart travel, says Hanna Munde, CEO of Borås Municipality’s Parking.
  • Parking areas at Stadsparksbadet, Milstensgården, Bodaskolan, Almåsgymnasiet, and Ishallen were the first to be equipped with chargers. Installations are currently taking place at Borås Simarena and Viskastrandsgymnasiet. At Stadsparksbadet, Ishallen, and Borås Simarena, some charging stations are also accessible for people with mobility impairments.
  • Anders Waldau from the Property Management Department says everyone benefits when we transition and find more sustainable solutions for our mobility.
  • The city of Borås has a goal of fossil-free fleet vehicles by 2028, and this is a big step towards achieving that, concludes Kenneth Lundqvist from the Service Office.
  • You can follow the development and get up-to-date information on the website: parkeringboras.se.

Contact persons

Borås Municipality Parking: Hanna Munde 0704 – 55 13 62

Service Office: Kenneth Lundqvist 033 – 35 79 32

Nätkraft Borås: Lars Hedendahl 0731 – 46 20 80

Property Management Department: Anders Waldau 033 – 35 77 56

Shell Cards Discontinued as Payment Method in Parking Meters

Starting February 1, Shell fuel cards will no longer be accepted as a payment method in our parking meters. However, rest assured – we still offer plenty of convenient payment options.

You can continue to pay easily using a variety of other payment and fuel cards in our meters. In addition to meter payments, we also offer SMS parking or ticket purchases through one of our app providers: Easypark, ePark, Mobill, and Parkster.

 

Reminder: Limited Accessibility at Petersberg Parking Area

We would like to remind you that excavation work is ongoing at the Petersberg parking area during the period Week 4 to Week 8.

The work is part of the construction of the new detention center, police station, and courthouse. During this time, accessibility will be limited, and the number of available parking spaces reduced.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding while the work is in progress.

Construction of the Makrillen Parking Garage Resumes – New Contractor Appointed

After a temporary pause in the construction of the Makrillen parking garage, which we are building in collaboration with Lidl, we are pleased to announce that work will resume starting today. The interruption was caused by the previous contractor, Serneke, filing for bankruptcy, which temporarily halted progress. Since then, we have worked intensively with Lidl to find a solution, and we are now happy to introduce RO-gruppen as the new contractor for the project. Our goal is to complete the parking garage as soon as possible, but no later than mid-April.

We want to thank everyone involved for their patience and dedication during this time, and we look forward to seeing the construction move forward again.

Work Affects Traffic on Yxhammarsgatan

Yxhammarsgatan will be completely closed on Thursday, January 23, from 6 PM for a few hours due to work on pipeline connections. The closure will affect access to our Nybron parking garage, but there will be clear detours and directions on how to navigate during this time.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

Subscription Spaces at Lidaholm Will Cease on March 1

As of 2025-03-01, the subscription parking spaces at Lidaholm will cease and instead become an extension of the Mariedal parking area located on the other side of Bryggaregatan. Lidaholm will then become part of Mariedal, which is a general paid parking area where you can pay via hourly rates or a 30-day period ticket. These can be purchased through one of our four app providers: Parkster, EasyPark, ePark, or Mobill.

The hourly fee will be 14 SEK/hour on weekdays from 9 AM to 6 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to 3 PM. The 30-day period ticket, Period Ticket D, will cost 755 SEK.

The reasons for this change are due to increased demand for parking in the area, the desire to provide more people with access to the parking area, and to offer cheaper parking options.

New Regulation at Several Primary Schools and Preschools

Starting January 13, new regulations will be implemented at several primary schools and preschools in Borås. Visitors will be able to pay an hourly fee, and staff will have the option to purchase a staff permit valid for 30 days. Only authorized staff are allowed to purchase a staff permit. There are three different types of staff permits: Förskola Tillstånd Mini, Grundskola Tillstånd Mini, and Förskola Tillstånd Mellan.

Questions and Answers

Where do I purchase the staff permit?
Via Parkster. See the attached manuals:

Manual for staff permit with the app

Manual for staff permit without the app

Which schools are included in each permit?

Förskola Tillstånd Mini:

Södergårdens förskola, Trandaredsgårdens förskola, Bäckaryds förskola, Hässlegårdens förskola, Marklandsparkens förskola, LärKans förskola, Stinebackens förskola, Bodagårdens förskola, Milstensgårdens förskola, Silverpoppelns förskola, Liljebergets förskola, Byttorpsgårdens förskola, Hulta Ängars förskola, Tokarpsbergs förskola

Förskola Tillstånd Mellan:

Norrbyskolans förskola

Grundskola Tillstånd Mini:

Trandaredskolan, Ekarängskolan, Fjärdingskolan, Kristinebergskolan, Svedjeskolan, Bodaskolan, Daltorpskolan, Bergdalskolan

What is the cost of each staff permit?
  • Förskola Tillstånd Mini: 250 SEK/30 days
  • Grundskola Tillstånd Mini: 250 SEK/30 days
  • Förskola Tillstånd Mellan: 385 SEK/30 days
How do I pay hourly?

The hourly fee can be paid through one of our four app providers: Parkster, EasyPark, ePark, or Mobill.

What is the cost of hourly parking?

The hourly fee applies 24/7 at all locations. The price per hour is 4 SEK for all areas included in Förskola Tillstånd Mini and Grundskola Tillstånd Mini. The area included in Förskola Tillstånd Mellan has an hourly rate of 6 SEK.

Where do I get the authorization code?

To obtain the authorization code needed to purchase a staff permit, you must contact the principal of your primary school or preschool.

When are the staff permits valid?

Staff permits are valid on weekdays from 5 AM to 8 PM.

Is it only staff permits that are valid in staff parking areas?

No, staff permits are valid subject to availability, and those without a staff permit can park by paying the hourly fee 24/7.

Where can I park with my permit?

You can park at all schools that are included in the staff permit you have purchased. For example, if you have purchased the Förskola Tillstånd Mini, you can park at all preschools included in that permit. If you have the Förskola Tillstånd Mellan, you can also park at all preschools included in the Förskola Tillstånd Mini.

Important Information About Upgrading the Internet and Network in Our Parking Facilities

We are currently working on upgrading the fiber internet and network in our parking facilities to improve the quality and security of our systems. During this process, brief interruptions may occur, affecting the following:

Parking guidance signs, which may display incorrect information.

Fire alarm transmitters, which may lose internet connectivity.

Access control systems, excluding Parakey.

We are doing our best to minimize disruptions and thank you for your understanding during this time. If you experience any issues or have questions, please feel free to contact us.

Thank you for your patience!

New charging stations now available at Engelbrektskolan and Kronängs IP!

We have now installed charging stations for electric vehicles at two of our facilities:

Engelbrektskolan: 4 new charging stations are in place and ready for use.

Kronängs IP: 6 charging stations have been installed to meet the needs of our electric vehicle users.

We hope these new charging stations will enhance the experience for our visitors. Thank you for joining us on the journey toward a greener future!

Important Information About Excavation Work at Petersberg Parking Area

We would like to inform you that our parking area, Petersberg, will be affected by excavation work during the period week 4 to week 8. The work is being carried out in connection with the construction of the new detention center, police station, and courthouse.

During this time, there may be limited accessibility and reduced availability of parking spaces.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding during this period.