Accessible Parking on Residential Streets

Step 1. Check Your Eligibility

Before you fill out the application, keep in mind:

1. The applicant must be a full-time resident of the property and possess a Permanent State of Michigan Disability Parking Placard or License Plate. A copy of the current placard/license plate must be provided with the application.
2. The property does not have a driveway or other off-street parking.
3. Accessible Parking Zones will not be installed on major roadways or in front of commercial properties. Some exceptions may apply.
4. The applicant must observe and obey all other parking restrictions which may apply at the approved location.

Note:

• Submissions lacking required attachments or incomplete information will not be considered.
• Residency & Placard/License Plate validity will be confirmed.
• If the applicant does not have a license to operate a motor vehicle, then the household resident responsible for transporting the applicant must supply a copy of their license.
• The reserved parking space is not intended to act as a pickup/drop off location.
• Reserved space is not exclusive to the placard/license plate holder.
• Approved applicants will be subject to a renewal process.
• The installation/removal of a sign is at the discretion of the Traffic Safety Group.
• The applicant shall contact the Traffic Safety Group upon relocation.

Step 2. Gather Your Documentation

When you submit your application, you need to include all of the following documentation:

• Copy of driver’s license for applicant or the responsible resident  

• Copy of Current MI State Disability Parking Placard/Plate

We'll ask you to upload copies of these documents in the online application. Don't have these when you're applying? Not a problem! You can mail them or drop them off at our office. We're located at the address listed in the Contact Us section of this page.

Step 3. Fill Out the Online Form

Apply Online in English

Step 4. Wait to Hear From Us

Our traffic technicians review your application within 2 business days. 

We'll let you know if your application has been denied or approved within 1 week. We might contact you before that if we have questions.

Step 5. We Install the Accessible Parking Sign

If we approve your application, it can take a few weeks to install the accessible parking sign. The sign doesn't say your name or address. Anyone with a disability placard or plate may park in that space.

Questions or Concerns? 

If you have any questions or are unable to complete the online application, please contact a Customer Service agent by calling 311 or visit us at 50 Ottawa Ave NW in Grand Rapids.