Parking Lot Striping in Unity, Oregon: 2026 Service Guide

Parking Lot Striping in Unity, Oregon

Unity is a tiny high-country town in the upper Burnt River valley on Highway 26, but the lots it does have carry the same obligations as lots anywhere. The school, a church, the community building, a small commercial lot all need clear, compliant striping: ADA-compliant accessible stalls, marked fire lanes, and orderly traffic flow. Faded or missing striping is a liability and a compliance problem, not just a cosmetic one. This guide covers what striping involves, what it costs, and what Unity property owners should know about getting it done in one of the more remote corners of eastern Oregon.

What Parking Lot Striping Covers

A complete striping job is more than painting spaces. It typically includes:

• Standard parking stalls laid out for the lot and its traffic flow
• ADA-compliant accessible spaces with required dimensions, access aisles, blue paint, the accessibility symbol, and signage
• Fire lanes marked and curbs painted per local fire code
• Directional arrows and traffic flow markings
• Stencils such as RESERVED, NO PARKING, VISITOR, and loading zones
• Crosswalks and stop bars where pedestrian safety requires them

For the fundamentals, see our line striping basics guide.

ADA Requirements Apply in Unity Too

A common misconception is that small high-country lots are exempt from accessibility rules. They are not. Any lot serving the public, churches, schools, and small commercial buildings included, must provide accessible parking. The number of accessible stalls scales with lot size, and each has specific dimensions: a standard accessible space is 8 feet wide with a 5-foot access aisle, a van-accessible space needs an 8-foot aisle. Each requires blue paint, the International Symbol of Accessibility, and signage.

ADA spaces cost more than standard stalls because of dimensions, stenciling, and signage, but getting them right protects you from complaints and penalties. A striping contractor who knows the rules lays out the correct count for your lot.

Fire Lanes and Curb Paint

Fire access lanes must stay clear and clearly marked, usually red curb paint with white lettering and striped no-parking zones along the route. Local fire authorities in Baker County set the requirements, and a contractor familiar with the area knows what they expect.

What Striping Costs in Unity

Industry baseline ranges shown below. Actual costs vary with lot size, surface condition, layout complexity, ADA scope, and haul distance.

Service	Industry Baseline Range
Restripe per space	$3–$6 per space
Small lot restripe (20–50 spaces)	$350–$600
ADA-compliant space (complete)	$200–$350 per space
Fire lane striping	$2–$4 per linear ft
Directional arrows / stencils	$25–$75 each

In a town as remote as Unity these baselines run toward the higher end, and often above, because a striping crew travels a long way to reach the job, and a single small lot carries proportionally high mobilization cost. For statewide context, see our parking lot striping cost in Oregon guide.

Timing in the High Country

Striping paint needs dry conditions and surface temperatures generally above 50°F to bond and cure. At Unity's elevation the practical season is short, roughly June through early fall. Painting on a cold or damp surface gives paint that does not adhere well and fades fast. Because crews travel from the Willamette Valley base and the window is narrow, booking ahead secures a slot.

Pair Striping With Sealcoating

The best time to restripe is right after a fresh sealcoat. The smooth, dark surface gives crisp lines and strong contrast, and new paint adheres better and lasts longer. If your lot needs both, doing them together saves a second mobilization, which matters even more in a town as remote as Unity. See our sealcoating in Unity guide.

Choosing a Striping Contractor in Unity

Look for a contractor who:

• Knows ADA layout. Wrong stall counts or dimensions create liability. A good contractor lays out compliant spaces.
• Preps the surface. Paint over dirt or failing old paint does not last. Cleaning and crack repair come first.
• Uses the right paint and conditions. Waiting for proper temperature and dry weather separates lines that last from lines that fade in a season.
• Is transparent about travel. Long-haul jobs carry mobilization; an honest quote names it.

Cojo travels from its Willamette Valley base to serve Unity and Baker County. We lay out compliant ADA spaces, mark fire lanes to code, and stripe lots to hold up through high-country conditions.

For related services, see sealcoating in Unity, parking lot striping in Baker City for the nearest larger market, and our Baker County striping services page.