Mobility Parking Permit Scheme

With a Mobility Parking Permit (a card you put in the window of your car), you can use mobility carparks provided by councils, hospitals, supermarkets and other organisations. Most councils offer additional discounts on standard carparks. The permit is registered to an individual and can only be used when the permit holder is using the vehicle.

Who qualifies?

The scheme is open to people of all ages who:

  • are unable to walk and rely on a wheelchair for mobility, or
  • rely on mobility aids like crutches, walking sticks, splints or walking frames, or
  • are unable to walk 200 metres unaided because of the nature/severity of their health condition.

People with a short-term disability through an accident or illness may apply for a short-term permit.
There is a one-off fee for each permit. Short-term permits are valid for up to 12 months. Long-term permits last for five years.

Who to contact about the Mobility Parking Scheme

Talk to your doctor (who will need to certify your application).
You can get an application form from your doctor or CCS Disability Action and from many Disability Information Centres.