Handicapped Parking Permit issuing agents are only authorized to issue permits to residents of that agent’s municipality. Applicants will be required to prove identity and residency.
Examples of acceptable proofs of residency are:
- New York State Driver’s License or Non-Driver’s ID card
- Utility Bill
- Property Tax Bill or Receipt
- W-2
- Letter from Landlord or Residential Care Provider
Eligibility
Any NYS resident that qualifies as a “severely disabled person” is eligible for a statewide parking permit. This includes children and elderly people that don’t drive or own a vehicle. Parents or guardians may apply on behalf of a disabled dependent. A State facility or agency may apply for a permit for each vehicle it uses primarily to transport disabled persons. State agencies must submit the request for a permit on the agency’s letterhead. The request is to include the following:
- Describe the facility or agency
- Explain how it serves individuals with disabilities
- List the plate numbers and year and make of the vehicles in which the permits will be used
- Include a copy of the agency or facility license or authority to operate
Types of Permit
- Temporary Permits are issued to people that have a temporary disability
- The maximum duration for a temporary permit is 6 months. This permit will also be issued to any visitors from another country who are disabled and traveling in New York State.
- Permanent Permits are issued only to applicants diagnosed as a “severely disabled person” and have proper documentation stating such.
Medical Certification Requirements
Applicants can obtain the standard “Application for a Parking Permit or License Plates, for Persons with Severe Disabilities” form (MV-664.1) from the Clerk’s office or download the application here. The applicant can fill out Part 1. The address should be a physical address, not a P.O. BOX. The doctor needs to fill out Part 2 completely. Part 3 will be filled out by the Town Clerk or Deputy Town Clerk.
Handicapped Parking Permit Renewals
Prior to the expiration of your current permit, you should make arrangements for the renewal of your permit. The procedure for renewing a Handicapped Parking Permit is the same as the procedure followed for the original permit.