A night out in downtown San Jose could soon cost drivers more.
The city is considering a proposal that would extend parking meter hours and increase parking rates as officials look to capitalize on increased nightlife activity downtown.
Under the proposal, metered parking would be enforced until 9 p.m. instead of 6 p.m. The hourly rate would also double from $2 to $4.
City officials say about 1,600 parking meters would be affected. Some meters, including those in Japantown and east of City Hall, would be exempt from the changes.
The proposed $4 hourly rate would match the cost of parking in several city-owned garages.
San Jose’s smart meters allow drivers to pay by tapping a card or paying through a mobile app, eliminating the need to carry coins or cash.
The city estimates extending meter hours and increasing rates could generate about $1.2 million in additional annual revenue.