Travelers can now use their Peach Pass to park at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s West Parking Deck, which has 5,700 spots.

Around the country, cities are throwing out their own parking requirements, hoping to end up with less parking – and more affordable housing, better transit, and walkable neighborhoods.

Parking is usually a hot-button issue in crowded cities. But restaurants are taking over spaces once reserved for cars, and to the surprise of owners, few are complaining.

Parking in downtown Augusta has been free for decades. However, this summer that could change as the city looks to further develop its urban core.