Permit parking
We have different permit parking zones based on your address.
Select your suburb to see which parking permit zones apply for where you live.
Parking permits - Ashfield, Dobroyd Point, Haberfield, Summer Hill, Ashbury, Croydon, Hurlstone Park, Croydon Park
Apply for a parking permit
Applications and supporting documentation can be lodged :
In person:
By email:
Locations
Map of parking areas
Fees
The permits are valid for 12 months.
The first permit annually is free, and the second permit costs $54.85
All other fees can be found in Council’s Fees and Charges
Eligibility
You must be a resident who lives within the resident parking scheme area.
Permits are only issued to cars and motorcycles – not boats, caravans, buses, trailers, trucks and unregistered vehicles.
Number of parking permits
The maximum number of Resident Parking Permits per property is two and depends on how many parking spaces are on the property (including garages, driveways) and the number of vehicles registered to the property. The table below provides a rough guide.
Parking spaces on property
|
Maximum number of permits |
| 0 |
2 |
| 1 |
1 - more than one vehicle
0 - one vehicle |
2
|
0
|
Documentation required
- A copy of the vehicle registration papers
- Proof of your place of residence
Other parking permit types
Health carers parking permits
Health Carers Parking Permits are a permit to support members of our community who rely on a carer for support in their day-to-day life. It entitles the permit holder to unrestricted parking where signs say 'Permit Holders Excepted' together with the Area to which the permit applies.
Use the Resident Parking Form Application (PDF 226.9KB) to apply
Further information
Further details about the parking permits can be found in the Resident Parking Permit Policy - Ashfield (PDF 381KB)
Parking permit renewals
Council no longer issues reminder notices via post. Council will only issue reminder notices to residents/business by email.
It is the responsibility of the permit holder to ensure they submit a
completed parking permit application prior to the expiry date shown on
the front of the parking permit.
Parking permits – Leichhardt, Lilyfield, Rozelle, Annandale, Birchgrove, Balmain, Balmain East
Apply for a parking permit
Alternatively you apply using the following forms to apply for your parking permits:
You need proof of residency/business address and NSW vehicle registration certificate for each nominated vehicle.
See Documents Required below.
Download the:
Credit Card Authorisation Form (PDF 168.6KB) (email applications only)
Credit Card Authorisation Form (DOCX 64.9KB) (email applications only)
Locations
Map of parking areas
Fees
Resident / Visitors / Pensioners parking permits
Free of charge for eligible residents
Business parking permits
Businesses are eligible for one business parking permit.
If you require more permits these fees apply.
- 2nd Business Parking Permit: $112.75 (2018/19 Fees & Charges)
- 3rd Business Parking Permit: $112.75 (2018/19 Fees & Charges)
The same eligibility limits apply for Community Organisations (Not for Profit) and Essential Services.
You will be invoiced for your approved parking permit (if applicable). The invoice must be paid before the parking permits are issued.
Replacement parking permits (Lost/Stolen)
Replacement permits are $35.00 per lost/stolen permit (2018/19 Fees & Charges)
Type of permit
|
Fee 2018/2019
|
Resident/Visitor/Pensioner parking permit
|
Resident/Visitor/Pensioner parking permit
|
Free*
Limits apply.
See number of permits below.
|
Business parking permit
|
First permit
|
Free
|
| Second permit |
$112.75 |
Third permit
|
$112.75
|
Replacement parking permits
|
All replacement permits
|
$35.00
|
Eligibility
You must be a permanent resident or a registered business within a Parking Permit Scheme area of Leichhardt/Lilyfield/Annandale/Birchgrove/Balmain/Balmain East.
Dual occupancies, multi dwelling housing and residential flat buildings, subdivisions into two or more lots and the strata subdivision of residential flat buildings, approved after January 2001 are not allowed to participate in a Resident Parking Scheme as off-street parking should be provided in accordance with Council's Development Control Plan - Parking.
Parking permits are NOT available for boats (on trailers), box trailers, caravans, buses and trucks (i.e. vehicles greater than 3 tonnes GVM).
Other restrictions may apply, please contact customer service on 02 9392 5000 to check your eligibility.
Number of permits
| Number of off-street spaces |
Number of vehicles at place of residence/business |
Number of resident/business permits* |
| 0 |
1 |
1 |
| 0 |
2 or more |
2 |
| 1 |
1 |
0 |
| 1 |
2 or more |
1 |
| 2 |
1 or more |
0 |
*These are the typical permit allocations.
Additional restrictions may apply for some streets and properties, please contact your closest Customer Service Centre to check your eligibility.
Documents required
Resident/visitor parking permits
A copy (one) of the following documents verifying that you are the resident of the property are required: (The address shown on the proof of residency must match the applicant's details)
- Current NSW Drivers Licence;
- Current Lease Agreement (front page only)
- Current Rates Notice
- Contract for Sale of Land (front page only)
- AND a copy of the current vehicle registration of the vehicle applying for the parking permit(s). Vehicle registration is not required for Visitor Parking Permit applications.
Note: If the subject vehicle is not registered in the name of the applicant, proof is required from the registered owner that the vehicle is normally used by the applicant, in the form of e.g. company letter or statutory declaration
Pensioner parking permits
One proof of residency
- A copy of your Commonwealth issued Pensioner Concession Card;
- A copy of your current vehicle registration showing you receive a pension discount.
- AND a copy of the current vehicle registration of the vehicle applying for the parking permit(s). Vehicle registration is not required for Visitor Parking Permit applications.
Note: If the subject vehicle is not registered in the name of the applicant, proof is required from the registered owner that the vehicle is normally used by the applicant, in the form of e.g. company letter or statutory declaration
Business parking permits
When applying for a Business Parking Permit you must provide documentation verifying that you are the business proprietor of the property: (The address shown on the proof of business must match the applicant's details)
- Current ACN Registration Certificate
- Current Lease Agreement (front page only)
- Current Rates Notice
Other parking permit types
Australian mobility parking permits
If you have an Australian Mobility Parking Scheme permits (MPS) you are NOT required to apply for parking permits.
The holders of MPS permits can park in any resident permit parking restricted areas.
Motorcycle parking
Please note that motorcycles require a parking permit to park in Council’s Permit Parking restricted areas.
Care worker parking permits
A new joint care worker parking permit is available for use across the City of Sydney, and Inner West council areas.
Apply for care worker parking permit at the City of Sydney website.
Additional permits
Due to strong demand for parking, we have to place limits on the number of parking permits.
Additional permits are not be released.
Problems with permits
NSW licence does not have residential address
If you are a resident of New South Wales, you are required by law to have your licence with your current residential address.
If you are a visitor with an interstate or international licence you can show other forms of proof of residency such as a current rates notice or current lease agreement.
Vehicle isn't registered in NSW or in my name
Council can only issue annual permits to vehicles that are registered in New South Wales.
Council can issue a 'one-off' temporary permit for a maximum period of three months to vehicles registered outside New South Wales.
If you drive a company vehicle, you will need a letter from your employer stating that you regularly use the nominated vehicle.
Parking permit renewals
Council no longer issues reminder notices via post. Council will only issue reminder notices to residents/business by email.
It is the responsibility of the permit holder to ensure they submit a completed parking permit application prior to the expiry date shown on the front of the parking permit.
Parking permits – Marrickville, Camperdown, Newtown, Petersham, Dulwich Hill, St Peters, Enmore, Stanmore, Lewisham, Sydenham, Tempe
Apply for a parking permit
Applications for parking permits are accepted online for these suburbs.
Applications submitted online will be processed and mailed to your nominated postal address within 1 business day.
Apply for your parking permit
Locations
There are 18 separate permit parking areas in this region, and some places which are not currently in a permit parking area.
Each permit parking area has a specific area code shown on the street signs. People who live in eligible properties in these areas can apply for a permit to park beyond the time limit shown on the signs.
Map of parking areas
Fees
| Type of permit |
Fee 2018/2019 |
| Resident parking permits |
| First permit per household per year |
Free |
| Second permit per household per year# |
$110.20 |
Second permit per household per year# – Pensioner Card/Health Care Card holder
|
$54.85
|
| Visitor parking permit (all precincts) |
| Resident's visitor 'one day use' parking permit (for 10 permits, minimum order) |
$25.65
|
| Resident's visitor parking permit (for 10 permits, minimum order) – Pensioner Card/Health Care Card holder |
$12.80
|
| Permit for resident's carer – renewable yearly |
Free
|
| Business parking permit (all precincts) |
| Business parking permit per year |
$248.55 |
| Not-for-profit organisation per year |
$125.55
|
| Trades parking permit (all precincts) |
| Trades parking permit – per week or part thereof (maximum 2 weeks) |
$68.70 |
| Replacement parking permit |
| All replacement parking permits |
$35.00 |
# Note: In some areas, residents are only eligible for one permit.
These fees apply for parking areas M1 to M19 (i.e. those located in the former Marrickville Council area).
Eligibility
You must be a permanent resident or a registered business within the permit area you are applying for.
Number of permits - Resident parking permits
All parking areas EXCEPT M3 and M14
| No. of off street spaces |
No. of vehicles registered at the property |
No. of permits allowed |
| 0 |
2 or more |
2 |
|
1
|
2 |
1 |
| 2 or more |
2 or more |
0 |
M3 and M14 Newtown-Enmore parking areas
No. of off street spaces
|
No. of vehicles registered at the property
|
No. of permits allowed
|
|
0
|
1
|
1
|
|
1 or more
|
1 or more
|
0
|
Number of permits - Business parking permits
There is a limit of 1 permit per business at eligible addresses.
Documents required
Resident parking permits
Proof of both vehicle registration and residential address is required.
Business parking permits
Proof of both vehicle registration and business address must be provided. The vehicle must be registered in the name of the business and be registered to the business address for your application to be processed.
Trade parking permits
Proof of residency is required, such as an existing valid parking permit, driver's licence, rate notice, utility bill or lease agreement.
Personal carer parking permits
A letter from the Department of Family and Community Services (FACS), Ageing, Disability and Home Care (ADHC), the Local Health District, or a doctor's certificate.
Other parking permit types
Australian mobility parking permits
If you have an Australian Mobility Parking Scheme permits (MPS) you are NOT required to apply for parking permits.
The holders of MPS permits can park in any resident permit parking restricted areas.
Motorcycle parking
Please note that motorcycles require a parking permit to park in Council’s Permit Parking restricted areas.
Care worker parking permits
A new joint care worker parking permit is available for use across the City of Sydney and Inner West council areas.
Apply for Care Worker Parking Permit at the City of Sydney website
Parking permit renewals
Council no longer issues reminder notices via post. Council will only issue reminder notices to residents/business by email.
It is the responsibility of the permit holder to ensure they submit a
completed parking permit application prior to the expiry date shown on
the front of the parking permit.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions