Residents permits
Our permit schemes for residents are fully digital and no paper permits are issued. Your vehicle registration number must be entered for all permits and dispensations. To apply or renew a permit, you will need to create an account.
Where do I need a permit?
Permit schemes operate in:
How much does it cost?
- first permit per household: £52 per year with 10 free visitor permits with your first application
- second permit: £52
- third permit: £104
- fourth and further permits: £156
- resident non-UK registered vehicle: £26 for six months
Proof of eligibility
To apply for a resident permit you will need to provide one proof of address and one proof of vehicle ownership or use. Both documents must show the same name as the name on the account and must be up-to-date.
To renew you may need to provide one proof of address and one proof of vehicle ownership or use. Both documents must show the same name as the name on the account and must be up-to-date.
A resident permit can only be held by the named permit holder in respect of one address at any one time; if a resident for any reason, owns or rents more than one property, they are only eligible for a resident permit linked to the address they are living in at that time.
Proof of where you live
- your valid photocard driving licence
- a bank statement (dated within the last three months)
- utility bill dated (dated within the last three months)
- tenancy agreement (valid for the duration of your permit)
Proof of where you live if you're new to the area
If you are applying for a permit in advance of moving in because you have just purchased the property or just taken on the tenancy, we can accept a copy of your house purchase documentation from the solicitor or the signed tenancy agreement.
Proof that you own or use the vehicle
- a copy of the valid certificate of motor insurance (we cannot accept any other parts of the insurance documentation) or
- a copy of the printed V5 document (if this is in the permit applicant's name) or
- if it is a company vehicle we can accept a company letter dated in the last three months on headed paper confirming your full name and address and the vehicle registration stating this is a vehicle you are permitted to drive
Conditions
- resident permit accounts should only be created for those with an eligible residential or business address in our borough. Not all addresses within a permit area are eligible
- new developments are not usually added to existing permit areas
- create a non-resident account if you are applying for a dispensation and do not have an eligible address in a permit area
- any type of permit account holder can also apply for a council car park season ticket
- the onus is upon a driver to ensure they have a valid permit when parked, emails will be sent approximately 21 days prior to expiry to the email address you have provided when you applied for your permit, however, please note that this is only a courtesy reminder. Please ensure that your contact details are kept up to date with the Council so that the reminder emails are not missed.