Parking at an Apartment Complex or Storage Facility

Securing moving day parking at apartment buildings or storage facilities

Moving comes with multiple tasks, and one you don’t want to skip is securing parking. You don’t want moving day to arrive and learn you have no place for the equipment.

Parking moving equipment at an apartment or storage complex can be more complicated than using a private driveway. There can be anything from a lack of parking space to usage restrictions, and being prepared can help alleviate extra stress on moving day.

Keep reading to learn how to navigate parking at these facilities and how U-Pack® solutions can help with your long-distance small move — whether or not parking is available.

Parking considerations when moving to or from apartments and storage complexes

Here are some situations you might encounter when finding space for moving equipment at complexes: 

Accessibility of the unit

When you’re moving to or from a storage unit, access can vary by facility. Not all places allow equipment delivery next to the unit.

Some facilities might have designated space for moving equipment or allow street delivery. Check with management about the regulations, and don’t forget to ask about overnight parking.

Assigned parking 

Many apartment buildings have assigned slots for residents, and moving equipment may not fit in those areas. Assigned areas might also be inaccessible when located inside parking garages due to clearance and navigation during delivery.

If you’re using U-Pack for your apartment move, our ReloCube® containers are designed to fit in a single parking space and can also be placed on the street with permission.

Equipment size limitations

Depending on the complex, some types of equipment may not work due to low overhead clearance, narrow pathways and other obstacles. Check with management to make sure your equipment will fit.

Limited access or parking time restrictions

Check with building management about any time restrictions for parking or accessing moving equipment. Some facilities only allow loading or unloading during business hours, and there can be restrictions on overnight parking.

Permit or reservation requirements

Consult management to see if you need a parking permit or permission to park moving equipment on the premises. 

Street-only parking

If street-only parking is available, check any requirements for using it. Both of U-Pack’s moving equipment options can be delivered on the street with proper permission.

How can U-Pack help with apartment or storage unit parking restrictions?

U-Pack has solutions for many parking challenges. If your facility won’t allow overnight lot use, we can often arrange a same-day pickup of the equipment. Call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to consult a moving consultant about your situation.

If same-day delivery and pickup won’t work for your move or parking isn’t available, U-Pack can often allow loading and unloading at a local U-Pack service center, depending on availability near your location. Call us to discuss your options.

Let U-Pack handle your small move parking challenges

Since 1997, U-Pack has serviced out-of-state moves throughout the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico, including small moves. If you have a parking challenge, we’ll do our best to solve it.

Call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 today for your free, no-obligation quote or request one online. We’re here to help with your long-distance move!