What is a Resident parking permit?
- A Resident parking permit allows you to park your car close to home in areas where parking is usually restricted. Restricted areas of parking are called Controlled Parking Zones (CPZ). Only residents who live in these zones can park in that zone with a parking permit.
- If you do not have a Resident parking permit and park in a CPZ, you may get a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN). The parking bays that you can park in are marked parking bays and should have a sign close by.
The benefits of holding a Resident parking permit
A parking permit greatly boosts your chances of finding a spot close to home in busy areas. It also helps to reduce non-residents (like commuters) from taking up all the local parking spaces.
It is important to note that it does not guarantee you a specific parking spot. Your permit helps manage limited parking. This makes your neighbourhood more accessible for you and your fellow residents.
Resident parking permits last for one year. They start on the first day of the month you select. When your parking permit is close to expiring, we will email you. We take no responsibility if an email is not received. Permit holders must renew and display a valid permit.
The expiry date of the permit needs to be visible in your vehicle when parked at all times. For more details on Resident parking permits, see our terms and questions page.
Fees based on emissions
We know you might be curious about why your permit fee depends on your car's emissions. The short answer is that it is a way to encourage cleaner air and a healthier community.
This isn't meant to punish anyone, but to reflect the impact your vehicle has on the air we all breathe. Find out more about Resident parking permit fees on our fees page.
Sign in to apply or manage a Resident parking permit
To apply or manage a Resident parking permit you will need to have a MyHarrow account.
- Register for an account or sign into your account below.
