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Lot Visibility Options

OPSCOMThe Lot Visibility Options feature provides administrators with enhanced control over parking lot visibility and accessibility,accessibility. allowingIts administratorsprimary purpose is to allow you to define exactly how and when users can view and book permits for specific lots. This article explains the three lot visibility options and their implications for both administrators and end-users,lots, ensuring that lotsspaces can be precisely tailored for various scenarios, including event parking and restricted access. This article is intended for OPS-COM administrators.

Setup &and Configuration

Lot visibility iscan be configured individually within the Lot Edit Page or adjusted in bulk on the View All Lots Page by selecting one of three distinct access options.

Admin Side:

Configuring Visibility on the Pricing & Lot Admin Page

  1. Hover over Parking Management, hover over Lot Administration, and click Pricing & Lot Admin.

  2. Click onthe thespecific Lot Name you wish to configure.

  3. On

    Select the Generaldesired tab,option via the radio buttons under the Visibility to Users, yousetting will find three radio buttons. Selecton the desiredGeneral optiontab.

    (details below).

  4. Click the Update Lot button to save your changes.

Configuring Visibility on the View All Lots Page (Bulk Action)

  1. Hover over Parking Management, hover over Lot Administration, and click Pricing & Lot Admin.

  2. On this page, locate

    Locate the Visibility column for each lot.lot on this main overview page.

  3. Click the current visibility icon next to the desired lot(s)lot (or lots) to immediately change the status using the radio buttons that appear.

  4. This allows you to quickly change the visibility status of multiple lots at once.once without entering the full edit page.

Legend

  • image.png - lot is not visible.

  • image.png - lot is visible.

  • image.png - lot is hidden but accessible.

Using this Feature

The three lot visibility options provide granular control over user access:access. Depending on the setting chosen, the lot will behave differently for end-users interacting with the system.

Visibility Options Explained

  • Not VisibleVisible::

    • The lot is notentirely visiblehidden tofrom end-users on the permit booking page orand the real-time map.
    • Users cannot book permits from this lot, even withif they possess a direct link. This option is typically used for lots under active construction, maintenance, or that are no longer in use.

  • VisibleVisible::

    • The lot is actively visible to end-users on the standard permit booking page and may prominently appear on the real-time map (if configured).
    • Users can book permits from this lot, provided they meet any other required access criteria (e.g., user type, sales window). This is the standardstandard, default setting for publicly available lots.

  • Hidden But AccessibleAccessible::

    • The lot is not visible to end-users onbrowsing the general permits page or the real-time map.
    • UsersHowever, users can successfully book permits from this lot if they access it through a direct URL link. This direct link can be provided via email, a webpage, or by scanning the lot's QR code.

Visual

Best PracticesCues & Considerations

Status
    Indicators
  • On the administrative dashboard, each visibility state is represented by a unique icon in the EventVisibility Parkingcolumn. A standard icon indicates a Visible: Thelot, a slashed icon indicates a Not Visible lot, and an alternative icon indicates a Hidden But Accessible status.

    Best Practices and Considerations

    • Leverage for Event Parking: The Hidden But Accessible option is ideal for event parking. You can seamlessly provide a direct link to event attendees, allowing them to book permits without the lot being generally visible toand allconsumed by standard daily users.

    • CombinedCombine with PasswordsPasswords:: For enhanced security, combine the Hidden But Accessible setting with lot passwords. This ensures that only users with both the direct link and the correctcorrect, secret password can successfully book permits for the restricted lot.

    • Prioritize User CommunicationCommunication:: If using Hidden But Accessible lots, clearly communicate exactly how users can access the lotlot. Provide clear instructions alongside your links (e.g., "Scan this QR code,code upon arrival," or "Click the secure link in your email"registration email to book your space").

    • Audit RegularlyRegularly:: Periodically review the visibility settings of your lots to ensure they continuously align with current operational needsneeds, seasonal changes, and access policies.

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