Christmas and New Year closure information
Our council offices and phone lines will close at 4pm on Wednesday 24 December and reopen at 9am on Monday 5 January 2026.
See our service arrangements for customers during this time.
Housing parking permits
If you live in a property with a designated housing car park, you may be able to get a free permit to park your vehicle or allow a visitor to park. This page explains who can apply, how to apply, and the rules for using your permit.
Some households may be eligible for one free resident permit and one free visitor permit to park in a designated housing car park.
If you qualify, you can apply online for:
- resident Permit – lets you park your own vehicle in a housing car park
- visitor Permit – lets your visitor park in the same car park
Apply for a parking permit online
Apply for a permit (Parking Operations)
Need an extra visitor permit?
You can request an additional visitor permit only if you don’t already have a resident permit. You’ll need to show proof of your address.
You must also be:
- over 60, or
- have a disability
Request an additional permit (Parking Operations)
Important terms
- display your permit clearly on the left side of your windscreen.
- A permit does not guarantee a parking space.
- Permits cannot be used on large vehicles (over 3.5 tonnes or longer than 6 metres).
- Your vehicle must be taxed and roadworthy – untaxed or SORN vehicles will be fined.
- Permits are only valid for the car park they’re issued for – check the code on your permit and signs in the car park.
- Misuse of permits may lead to action by the council.
