Apply for a parking permit
If you live in an area where there is a residents' parking scheme, you will need to buy a permit to park there.
You can also buy business permits or season tickets to use in our long stay car parks.
Permits are digital - you will not have a physical pass to display in your car. Civil enforcement officers have access to a database to check you have a valid permit.
Register and apply for your permit
You'll need to apply via the Permit Smarti system. This will process your application, take your payment and create your unique account. You will be able to manage which car you are using on the day, or change vehicles.
Charges
| Permit type | First vehicle | Second vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| Resident / visitor permit | £40.00 | £50.00 |
| Business permit | £50.00 | £50.00 |
| Blue badge holder permit | Free | £50.00 |
Residential permits will not automatically be renewed once expired.
| 1 month | £55.00 |
| 3 months | £165.00 |
| 12 months | £660.00 |
Evidence you may need
We may ask you to provide:
- your vehicle log book (known as the V5C)
- proof of your address or business
- details of your blue badge, if applicable
Terms and conditions, and further information
We are responsible for administration and processing of parking permit applications, including decisions.
Resident and visitor permits
Business permits
The permit is valid for six or 12 months. You can apply:
- if your home is located in a permit controlled zone.
- for up to two resident parking permits (see (1) exceptions)
Renewing your permit and updating your details
You are responsible for renewing your permit. You can apply up to 14 days before the expiry date. It can take up to three working days for us to process any changes. Please allow enough time for us to process your application before your permit expires.
Resident permits are specific to one vehicle. If you change your vehicle you must update your details before you park.
Visitor permits allow one vehicle to be parked at any one time. They are specific to one vehicle registration number. You'll need to update the registration number each time a visitor uses the permit.
Reminders
We will send a reminder by email when your current permit is due to expire.
Proof of residence
You’ll need to prove that you live at the address on the application. We accept the following documents:
- council tax or water bill (this must be the last bill you received from your provider)
- bank statement or utilities bill (gas, electric or landline, and not more than three months old)
- current driving licence showing address
- current tenancy agreement, signed by you and your landlord
- vehicle registration document (V5C)
Where you can park
You can park anywhere within the zone that you’ve applied for. Make sure the zone number for your permit is the same as the zone number on the parking restriction sign.
You must park wholly in the permit parking places marked out on the road.
You are not guaranteed a space outside your property.
You must not obstruct the road or footpath. If you do, you could receive a penalty charge notice (PCN).
Cancellations
You must cancel your permit if:
- you no longer live at the property
- the council withdraws the permit
- it ceases to be valid for any other reason
The information you provide must be correct. It is an offence to knowingly make false statements to procure a permit. If you do, you could be prosecuted.
Inappropriate use or misuse of a permit may result in the withdrawal of that permit.
The permit holder is subject to the provisions of the “Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council (Consolidated) (Waiting, Loading, Stopping, Disabled Parking and Residents Parking)” Order.
Contact us if you want to view these details.
(1) Exceptions
Single properties that are split up into flats/rooms are only entitled to one permit per flat/room.
The permit is valid for six or 12 months. You can apply:
- if you own a business property in a permit controlled zone
- for up to two business parking permits
Renewing your permit and updating your details
You are responsible for renewing your permit. You can apply up to 14 days before the expiry date. It can take up to three working days for us to process any changes. Please allow enough time for us to process your application before your permit expires.
Business permits are specific to one vehicle at any one time. You must update the registration number every time you use the permit. If you change your vehicle you’ll need to update your details before parking.
Reminders
We will send a reminder by email when your current permit is due to expire.
Proof of business address
You’ll need to prove that your business operates from the address on the application.
We accept the following documents:
- business tax bill or water bill (this must be the last bill you received from your provider)
- bank statement or utilities bill for the business (gas, electric or landline, and not more than three months old)
- current tenancy agreement, signed by you and your landlord
Where you can park
You can park anywhere within the zone that you’ve applied for. Make sure the zone number for your permit is the same as the zone number on the parking restriction sign.
You must park wholly in the permit parking places marked out on the road.
You are not guaranteed a space outside your business.
You must not obstruct the road or footpath. If you do, you could receive a penalty charge notice (PCN).
Cancellations
You must cancel your permit if:
- you cease to operate your business at the property
- the council withdraws the permit
- it ceases to be valid for any other reason
The information you provide must be correct. It is an offence to knowingly make false statements to procure a permit. If you do, you could be prosecuted.
Inappropriate use or misuse of a permit may result in the withdrawal of that permit.
The permit holder is subject to the provisions of the “Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council (Consolidated) (Waiting, Loading, Stopping, Disabled Parking and Residents Parking)” Order.
