All About Disabled Parking Placards

Why Should You Get a Disabled Parking Placard? Handicapped parking is one of the more controversial issues in the multiple sclerosis (MS) community. Many people have mixed feelings about the need to park in designated parking spaces that offer some level of increased access to public and private facilities. The social stigma and lack of understanding from others can make the decision to obtain a disabled parking permit a difficult one. While I’ve never been subject to insensitive comments — “but you don’t LOOK disabled” or “you really shouldn’t be parking there” — I do remember considering whether getting a permit might be a good idea or not. I had only been diagnosed with MS for about one year and was managing my limitations well, but I knew that it would be easier to get around if I had one. When I first mentioned it to my neurologist, he didn’t seem to seriously consider that I needed one.

But during an appointment only a few months later, he changed his mind. I described to my doctor how I had “tried to walk on air” by stepping off a curb and falling flat on my face in a parking lot outside of a Mexican restaurant. The food in my take-out box was miraculously spared, but my ego and knees were bruised. After this incident, I was more conscious of carefully watching my feet when I walked. That became a habit my physical therapist helped me to (mostly) break years later when I underwent balance/vestibular retraining. When I told my neurologist about this particularly spectacular fall, he asked me questions related to mobility. Had I fallen any other time? Yes, I had tripped up my stairs by catching my feet on the front of the steps. Was it difficult to walk for farther distances? Yes, my legs would get really heavy and feel sluggish. My neurologist suggested that as winter approached, sidewalks and parking lots would become more dangerous. My doctor didn’t want me to be or create a safety hazard by slipping and falling into the street or in front of a car in a parking lot.

He wanted me to get a disabled parking permit and retrieved an application he signed in the office. One person mentioned that his/her neurologist initiated the discussion about disabled parking when they were diagnosed with MS. One person mentioned that “parking was nearly impossible where I worked” and thus needed a permit. Each state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) establishes criteria for disabilities that qualify for disabled parking permits — for example, reduced mobility, impaired vision, or limited respiratory or cardiac function. People with MS who have a qualifying disability can often apply for a disabled parking permit with the assistance of their doctor. The requirements for permit renewal differ by state as well. Some states and the District of Columbia require a new medical certification form with each renewal application, while others such as Virginia do not. Some states, such as Texas, also require that you submit a copy of the original permit application with your renewal application. Permits are issued as a placard/hangtag or special handicapped license plate (only for permanent disabilities). The advantage of a hangtag is its portability and association with the person not the vehicle. Your DMV may also issue a card to carry in your wallet that verifies the validity of your disabled parking permit. The easiest way to locate the requirements specific to your state is to search “disabled parking permit” plus the name of your state or district. Living with multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid Arthritis, Lisa Emrich is an award-winning, passionate patient advocate, health writer, classical musician, and backroad cyclist. Her stories inspire others to live better and stay active. Lisa is author of the blog Brass and Ivory: Life with MS and RA and founder of the Carnival of MS Bloggers. Lisa frequently works with organizations in support of better policies, patient-centered research, and research funding. Lisa serves on HealthCentral’s Health Advocates Advisory Board, and is a Social Ambassador for the MSHealthCentral Facebook page.

One space exists on Haviland Street, near the intersection of Hemenway Street. Two more exist in front of 15 Hemenway Street. One space exists where St. Cecilia Street intersects with Boylston Street. Two spaces exist where Massachusetts Avenue intersects with Boylston Street, next to the old bank building. All of these spaces are conveniently located within a short distance from the BPC. Please obey all posted signs. Due to street cleaning, public events, snow emergencies, or construction, the availability and accessibility status of any given space is subject to change without notice. Orchestra Right, Rows A and B: There is room for one wheelchair and one companion in this area. This location is on level ground; however, the floor leading to the seats is on an incline. Orchestra Right, Rows Q and R: There is room for one wheelchair and one companion in this area. This location is on level ground; however, the floor leading to the seats is on an incline.

The rear orchestra where the floor levels off (Rows JJ-LL left, right, and center): these seats are on level ground, and there is no incline. The seating in all these areas is made up of movable cushioned chairs, some with armrests and some without. Tickets for this section are reserved for people with disabilities until no two adjacent seats are available for public sale at the given price level. Even then, seats in this section are released sporadically, so there are accessible seats held until all other seats in the theater are sold out. See "Accessible Ticket Purchasing Information" for details on how these seats may be purchased. There is a large cross aisle in front of Row S in the orchestra. A number or these seats are available for sale through regular ticket purchasing means (the BPC box office, Ticketmaster outlets, by phone, and online). A limited number of these seats are held for people who need seats with extra leg room or room to maneuver. There are also a limited number of aisle seats with movable arm rests, which can be lifted to allow for additional room.

Disability License Plates & Placards

If you are a Nevada resident with a disability, you may qualify for a placard or license plate that allows you to use handicapped parking spaces. Information about disability parking placards and license plates is found below, including handicapped parking rules, placard and plate applications, how to renew your disabled parking permit, and how to replace lost or stolen permits. Keep reading for more information about disability placards and plates in Nevada, including how to apply for one from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). A disability placard is a sign that must be hung on the front side of your rearview mirror and must be visible at all times. The handicap license plate, on the other hand, is a specialized plate that takes the place of a standard license plate. If you're traveling to Nevada and have a handicapped parking placard or license plate from your home state, you can use it in Nevada. The state of Nevada recognizes disability placards and plates from all other U.S. A handicap placard allows you to park in any area designated for disabled drivers.

You must either be driving OR be a passenger in the vehicle that is parked in the disabled parking space. The Nevada DMV issues parking placards and license plates for people with qualifying disabilities only. You will need to obtain medical certification and submit it with your application. You may also need to submit additional items, depending on the type of permit you are applying for. You will need a completed Disabled Persons License Plates and/or Placards Application (Form SP27). A healthcare professional with a valid and unrestricted driver's license must complete the bottom half of the application. NOTE: Temporary, moderate, and permanent disability placards are free. By mail to the address on the form. In person at a Nevada DMV office. You must apply for a disability license plate in person at a Nevada DMV office. A completed Disabled Persons License Plates and/or Placards Application (Form SP27). A medical professional must certify your disability on the application form. A valid emissions inspection. Placards and license plates for people with disabilities expire and must be renewed. Temporary placards (red) are valid for up to 6 months. Moderate placards (blue) are valid for up to 2 years. Permanent placards (blue) are valid for up to 10 years. Disability license plates are valid for 1 year. If you have a temporary or moderate disability placard and need it after it has expired, you will need to complete a new application. If your license plate is lost, stolen, or damaged, see our Nevada lost registration page for replacement instructions. Expedited Service Permits are available to disabled individuals with an irreversible condition. These permits allow the holder to expedited services at State of Nevada agencies.

Disabled parking placards—both temporary and permanent— are available to Georgia residents with disabilities. You can apply for a placard or plate through the GA DOR, the same agency that handles car registration and license plates. You must renew your handicapped parking placard or plate for it to remain valid, and you can request a replacement permit if yours is lost, stolen, or damaged. Continue reading this page for more information on handicapped placards and license plates available from the Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR). If you are a Georgia resident with a disability, you may qualify for a disabled placard or license plate that allows you to park in designated disabled spaces. Permanent disability placard or special permanent placard. Disabled veteran license plate. Disability placards are also available to institutions for vehicles that regularly provide transportation to people with disabilities. If you are traveling to Georgia from another state, you DO NOT need a GA placard or license plate for handicapped parking if you have one from your home state.

Georgia recognizes disabled parking permits from all other states, and all other states recognize GA handicap placards and plates. You can apply for a handicapped placard or license plate in person from your county tag office. Some offices may accept applications by mail. Contact your local Georgia DOR office for more information. Temporary parking permit is free. Permanent parking permit is free. Special permanent parking permit is free. These are for specially modified vehicles or disabilities involving the inability to use both arms. An osteopath, podiatrist, or chiropractor. Submit your application in person at your county tag office, or contact them to ask about applying by mail. NOTE: Institutions can also use the Disabled Person's Parking Affidavit (Form MV-9D) to apply for a disability placard. You or your dependent has a permanent disability. You have a vehicle registered in your name. NOTE: When you apply for a disability license plate, you are also applying for a permanent placard.

Parking Permits - Visitor Parking Permits

Visitor parking permits are issued by the Metropolitan Police Department. District of Columbia residents may obtain visitor parking permits free of charge by making an application in person at a police station or substation in the ward in which they reside. Special consideration will be given to residents who are incapacitated or disabled. For more information, contact your district police station. Visitor parking permits are issued only to eligible District of Columbia residents and are for use only by their bona fide visitors. For purposes of issuing visitor parking permits, an "eligible resident" is any resident of a street that has been designated as a "residential parking permit" area. A "visitor" is defined as any person who visits a District of Columbia residence. If you have a temporary resident, read the information on Parking Permits - Temporary Residents. If you are a permanent resident, read the information on Parking Permits - Permanent Residents.

No one likes to get a parking ticket, and, in fact, the University Police would prefer not to give them. Registration is free if you live in FSU Housing! Feed the meter. If you park in a metered space, carefully note the hours of enforcement posted in the globe of each meter. Yes, even visitors have to feed the meters. Notify University Police if your car breaks down immediately! You will be issued a disabled vehicle certificate. You can’t make your own space. You must park in a marked parking space. If you work here or are registered for classes, you can’t be a visitor. Don’t park in visitor parking or display a visitor permit. You can’t declare yourself to be handicapped. It takes authorization from the Motor Vehicle Administration. Food Service never stops. The Chesapeake Lot is enforced at all times. Students can only park in black permit lots; faculty and Staff can only park in red permit lots.Rise and Shine. Ticketing begins in the Annapolis Lot promptly at 7:00 a.m. Your car isn’t a State Vehicle: You can’t park your own car in a state vehicle space, even if you are on University business. Loading zones are for commercial or state vehicles. To park a private vehicle at a loading zone requires a special permit from the University Police. Save gas and time. The Stadium Lot is almost never full. Don’t spend gas and time cruising other lots for a space that is only a few yards or a couple of minute’s closer. If you follow these hints, you will avoid the most common parking problems and hopefully not receive a parking ticket. The parking ticket itself is your bill. Maryland registrants will not receive another bill.

If you're a Blue Badge holder, you can apply for a disabled parking bay or a permit only parking bay or use an existing bay, if one exists. You can no longer apply for a new disabled parking bay to be installed. However, there are a number of existing disabled parking bays across the borough which you can use, if you're a Blue Badge holder. They're usually marked with white lines with the word 'DISABLED' written next to it. Disabled parking bays aren't private parking spaces. They can be used by any driver displaying a valid Blue Badge. Permit parking bays are bays you can apply to have outside your house and only those with a permit can park there. They're usually around 6.6 metres long and 3.6 metres wide. We mark the bay in white lines and place a sign next to the bay which says 'Permit holders only'. If you apply for a permit only parking bay, you'll have a private parking space. We'll give you one permit and only a car displaying the permit will be able to park in the bay. Have your Blue Badge number and your vehicle registration document number ready.

Ring us using the details on this page. An engineer will then visit the area where you'd like your parking bay to go. They'll decide if it's safe to install the bay. We'll contact you to let you know our decision. If it's safe, you'll have to pay £150 for us to install the bay and provide you with a permit which lasts one year. You'll need to pay £150 every year to renew your permit. Once you've paid, we'll install the bay within 12-18 months. Who can apply for a permit only parking bay? You can apply for a permit parking bay if you meet all of the following criteria. A valid Blue Badge. A vehicle registered at your address, either in your name or in the name of someone else you live with. No off-street parking available, for example a drive or a garage. Where can a permit only parking bay be placed? Outside your own home, not a friend's home, relatives home or where you work. A safe distance from a junction, for example not opposite or within 10 metres of the junction. Where it won't cause a hazard to other road users. Where there are no parking restrictions in place, such as a clearway or a no stopping area.

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Concessions exist for Blue Badge holders, primarily where road markings prohibit or restrict parking for other road users, but not all parking is free of charge. When parking on any time restrictions such as yellow lines, the clock must be correctly displayed. Blue Badge holders are not allowed to park in loading bays and may not be able to park in other places reserved for permit holders, like residents bays for example. Some London Boroughs (City of London, Kensington & Chelsea, Camden and Westminster) have their own schemes, which are interchangeable and interoperable in part. Normal Blue Badge concessions do not apply in these cases. Always check with the local authority. For futher advice go to Where can I park? There are no statutory concessions for Blue Badge holders on private land, or in local authority car parks, but most car park operators will provide spaces for them. They may be charged for so always check local rules and signs.

Parking restrictions are in place 24 hours a day on University of Southampton Halls of Residences sites, including out of term. We lift restrictions temporarily to allow students to move in or out of their accommodation each term and these dates are displayed within the hall's reception area. A University of Southampton parking permit must be displayed when parking on any hall of residence site, in accordance with University Parking Regulations and as shown on entrance signs to the site. Spaces are extremely limited at all halls of residences and undergraduate students are not permitted to park at their accommodation but are provided with Unilink bus travel between all University sites and the city. Medical grounds - You are a council issued blue badge holder or you are registered with Enabling Services because of a proven medical condition, and they will support your application - We will need confirmation of this.

You participate in elite (national) level sport - Supporting letters will be required from the relevant National Governing Body, Sport England or, the Athletics Union. University level sport is not eligible. Extenuating circumstances - Supporting information from an official source must be sent to parking@soton.ac.uk at the time of application. Each case is considered individually and you will be notified of the decision by email. Eligible students may make an application for a parking permit via the link that can be found on the SUSSED portal, under the student tab and within the Travel & Transport section. Only once a permit has been issued issued is parking authorised. Yearly permits run from 1st September until 31st August and monthly permits expire at the end of 28 consecutive days. We do not send reminders for you to reapply for a new monthly permit. Refunds are available only on annual permits for complete and unused months remaining at the time of permit surrender, monthly permits are not refundable. You do not need a permit to park a motor cycle or scooter however, it must be parked in a considerate manner not within a car parking space and without blocking any building entrance or exit or on a footpath. Halls of residence reception areas display the dates when parking restrictions are temporarily suspended to allow students to move in or out of their accommodation. Outside of these dates you should contact parking@soton.co.uk to make alternative parking arrangements. Students are eligible to purchase one pack of (3) day visitor permits per term for use by their visitors. These are purchased via the Online Store via the link found within your halls of residence tab. These permits are valid for the day scratched off and until 10am the following morning. They are valid for use by students visitors and will be void if used by a University of Southampton student.

Parking is available for Caltrain customers at most Caltrain stations. Ticket Vending Machine (24-hour limit from time of purchase) or the Caltrain Mobile app. Go to the Ticket Vending Machine. When prompted, type in your parking stall number. Insert cash or credit card. Take your receipt from the bottom tray of the TVM. At the Millbrae station, customers may use the Caltrain lot on the west side of the station or the BART lot and garage on the east side of the station. BART parking rules and fees apply to the eastside lots. Higher rates are charged at the San Jose Diridon Caltrain Station during SAP Center events. Caltrain Monthly and Daily parking permits aren't valid when the SAP Center is managing the lots. Caltrain customers already parked before the SAP Center rates go into effect aren't impacted by the higher rate. The SAP Center rates begin approximately two-and-a-half hours before SAP Center events; however, the higher prices can't start before 9 a.m. Stations south of San Jose Diridon offer free parking. Monthly Pass. The permits are not available for purchase separately unless you have a Clipper card with the correct Caltrain ticket loaded on it. Once you receive your Monthly Parking Permit from the station ticket machine, display it on the driver's side of the dashboard. Motorcyclists may want to buy a locking permit holder (view a sample). If you receive a Monthly Parking Permit from your employer/commuter benefit provider and there's an issue, you must contact your benefit provider directly. Caltrain doesn't have access to your account. The parking fee is waived for cars displaying a disabled California license plate or parking placard issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Vehicle must fit within individual parking space; no oversized vehicles allowed. Multi-day parking is not permitted.

The council allows free parking without time limits for disabled badge holders in all its pay and display car parks, and pay and display on-street parking areas. Use of disabled bays is controlled by Civil Enforcement Officers who issue a Penalty Charge Notice to motorists abusing these facilities. Please make sure you display your badge and parking clock correctly. Please make sure that you're using a valid badge, and that the badge holder is being dropped off and/or collected from the parked vehicle. Disabled badge holders are not allowed to park in places with restrictions, such as loading areas and bus stops. Parking must not endanger, inconvenience, or obstruct pedestrians or other road users. If you're using a private car park, including supermarkets and hospitals, always check the parking instructions of the car park provider. These will usually be displayed in the car park or on the parking meter. They will explain the individual provider's rules about disabled parking.