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About Disabled Parking Permits
Disabled parking spaces are a critical accessibility service for residents and visitors who face mobility challenges. Using these spaces responsibly ensures fair access and helps us all maintain an inclusive community. The information below helps you use permits responsibly so those who need accessible parking can enter and exit vehicles safely and fairly. Ready to apply or renew your permit? Visit the Disabled Parking Permit page for application steps and forms.

Helpful Definitions

  • Permit Holder: The individual to whom the disabled parking permit was issued.
  • Access Aisle: The striped area next to an accessible space used for wheelchair lifts and mobility devices. It must remain clear.
  • Valid Display: A hangtag or plate that is clearly visible and readable when the vehicle is parked.eplaced, follow state guidance for returns or updates.
Do's and Don'ts of Disabled Parking

✅ DO'S

Correct use of a Disabled parking permit:

Using your disabled parking permit correctly makes a difference. Help keep these spaces open for the people who truly need them.
  1. Hang permit on rear-view mirror so expiration date can be seen.
  2. Have permit registration with you at all times.
  3. Make sure permit is not expired.
  4. Park properly in disabled space.
  5. Remove permit before driving.
  6. Replace permit immediately if you lose it.
  7. Return permit to DMV if person permitted has passed away.
  8. Always use your own permit only.

🚫 DON'TS

Incorrect use/abuse of a Disabled parking permit:

Even small mistakes can result in fines—and make life harder for people who rely on accessible parking.

  1. Don't use someone else's permit, including relatives.
  2. Don't let anyone else use your permit, including relatives.
  3. Don't park in Access Aisle (striped area). Fine for parking in Access Aisle is $250, even with a permit.
  4. Don't drive with permit on rear-view mirror.
  5. Don't use expired permit.
  6. Don't put permit on dash with expiration date covered up.

*Permits are registered to one permit per name, not vehicle.

A correctly parked van
An incorrectly parked vehicle
View or download the ⬇️ Do's and Don'ts Brochure [PDF] .

Download the text version of the  ⬇️ Do's and Don'ts Brochure [docx] .

Reading the documents provided on this page may require Adobe Acrobat Reader, available for free from Adobe.

Apply, Renew, or Replace a Permit

Apply or Renew Your Permit — Visit the Disabled Parking Permit page for the latest application, requirements and links to download Form HSMV 83039.

For full eligibility and state-level instructions, visit the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles: FLHSMV Disabled Parking Permits .

Disabled Parking Enforcement Program

Learn about the City’s Disabled Parking Enforcement Program—how trained volunteers help enforce accessible parking, the current $250 fine in Duval County, where to apply to volunteer / submit hours, and how to contact the program administrator. Visit the Disabled Parking Enforcement Program page.

Prefer a Plate Instead of a Hang Tag?

If a hangtag is hard to display in your vehicle, consider applying for a disabled license plate that carries the same parking privileges. See application details at FLHSMV Disabled Parking Permits .

Need Assistance or an Alternative Format?

To request this information in a different format (e.g., large print or audio), or to ask a question about permit processes, contact the Disabled Services Division. If you encounter accessibility barriers related to parking on City property, let us know so we can help.