We're aware of a national scam where people are asked to pay parking fines via text. We'll never text you to request a payment for a parking fine. We'll only contact you about parking fines via letter or email. If you have any doubts, contact the Parking Team.
Apply for a dispensation parking permit
How to apply for a dispensation parking permit.
Before you apply
Make sure you have the documents you need before you start your application.
Check you can apply
To make sure you're eligible to apply, check who can get a dispensation parking permit.
Find out where you can park and for how long.
Read our terms and conditions
Read our dispensation parking permit terms and conditions.
What you'll need to apply
Window cleaners
If you're a window cleaner, you must provide a copy of your Liability Insurance Policy showing your window cleaning coverage.
Other essential services
If you work for any other essential service, you must provide a signed and dated letter on company headed paper outlining the work you do.
Apply online for a dispensation parking permit
You can not renew a dispensation permit. If you need a new permit, start a new application.
Privacy notice and terms and conditions
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Then tick the box to confirm that you understand how we'll use the information you give us in this form and that you understand the dispensation parking permit terms and conditions.