Who can apply for a disability parking permit
An Easy Read guide to find out if you can get a parking permit.
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In this guide, we explain who can apply for a disability parking permit.
A disability parking permit lets someone use car parks that are saved for people with disability.
In this guide, we call them permits.
Who can apply for a permit
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You must meet certain rules to apply for a permit.
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For example, you must have a disability or injury that affects how well you can:
- move your body
- see.
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You can apply for a permit on your own.
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You can also ask someone to apply for a permit for you.
For example, a family member or friend.
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You can find out more about how to apply for a permit on our Apply for a disability parking permit page.
What you need to apply for a permit
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You must get a medical report from your doctor that includes information about your disability.
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When you ask your doctor for a medical report, they will check how well you can:
- move your body
- see.
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For example, they will check:
- if you are blind or have low vision
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- how well you can move your legs
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- how easily you can walk 100 metres.
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They will also check if you need support to move around.
For example, if you use a wheelchair or a walking stick.
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Your doctor will let you know if you can apply for a permit.
Who you can contact for more information
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You can contact us for more information.
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You can call us.
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You can talk to us online, go to the Contact us page on the Service NSW website