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+---
+type: idea
+title: free parking finder
+tags: [maps, utility, software]
+status: raw
+first_captured: 2026-03-17
+updated: 2026-04-10
+sources:
+ - sources/ideaflow/2026-03-17_have-ai-check-for-streets-where-i-can.md
+ - sources/google-sheets-ideas.md
+---
+
+# free parking finder
+
+have AI check for streets where you can park for free. analyze parking regulations, time limits, and availability to find free parking options.
+
+**spreadsheet evaluation:** excitement 7/10. tech depth 3/10, labeled [ARCHIVE] ("maps/data project — small").
+
+---
+
+## timeline
+
+- [2026-03-17] captured — AI-powered free parking discovery
+- [2026-04-10] google sheets evaluation — 7/10 excitement, [ARCHIVE] tier