Contractor parking permits

If you are working for a residential client living within a disc zone you should display a visitor permit from the resident of the property.

If you are working for a business client whose premises is within a disc zone you must apply for a contractor parking permit at least 48 hours before starting of the work.

We may only issue one contractor permit per job and only where we agree it is essential for a commercial vehicle to be parked on site for the purposes of the work that is being undertaken. We will refuse an application if we believed the concession is being requested for convenience purposes only.

In the event of a number of contractors working at the same property, a permit will be issued on a first come first served basis. Alternatively a permit may be issued which does not relate to a particular vehicle. Whoever is managing the project should decide who the permit is issued to on any given day. These permits will not be reissued if lost or misplaced.

We cannot reserve spaces or cone off areas.

How to apply for a contractor permit

Applications for contractor permits must be made in writing on company letter headed paper.

Your application must include

  • The location, nature and duration of the work;
  • details of the vehicle requiring the parking concession; and
  • proof of the job such as an estimate, job sheet, invoice or plans.

Certain trades are subject to emergency call outs and may be unable apply for a permit in advance. If a parking concession is required you must contact us. If we allow a parking concession our officers will be notified about your vehicle. This concession will last for 24 hours. If you expect the work to exceed 24 hours, please apply for a contractor permit in the normal way.

It is the responsibility of the driver to ensure the vehicle is parked correctly and that the permit is clearly displayed in the vehicle windscreen. If we cannot see your permit clearly, we may issue a parking fine.


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