Surface parking for Financial District access
The Empire Lot at 197 Fountain Street is a surface facility with 150 paved stalls serving the Financial District and courthouse visitors. Payment is processed through pay-by-plate kiosks offering hourly and daily flat-rate options. The lot includes four ADA-accessible stalls, LED perimeter lighting, and CCTV cameras. Seasonal maintenanceline repainting, asphalt patching, and snow clearingensures consistent operation. The lot is a short walk from City Hall and multiple office towers, with pedestrian crossings providing safe access.