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Welcome to the City of Cincinnati's Residential Parking Permit Portal!

Thank you for visiting the official page for Residential Parking Permits. Here, you can apply for a residential parking permit if you live in a designated residential parking zone within the City of Cincinnati.

We offer a virtual permitting system that is fully managed through this online portal. With our virtual system, you can update your permit information in real time, all from the comfort of your home.

 

1. What is the program?

The Residential Parking Permit program is designed to allow residents of specific neighborhoods or areas to park on the street within designated zones. This program operates by issuing permits to residents, which grants them the right to park in their residential parking zone. There are eight parking zones available, labeled A, B, C, E, F, H, OTR SPPA, and OTR North SPPA.

Each zone has specific signage to identify the area as a residential parking zone. However, there are no assigned parking spaces, so residents can park in any available space within their designated zone. Parking is allowed on a first-come, first-served basis, meaning that residents who have a permit for a particular zone can park in any available space within that zone.

2. Who is eligible?

To be eligible for the Residential Parking Permit program, you must reside at an address within one of the designated zones that has been approved for the program. To verify your eligibility and check if a permit is available for your address, please register an account and enter the address specific to your zone.

3. What items must you have?

To apply for a Residential Parking Permit, you will need to provide the following documents:

Proof of Residency
One of the following:

·         Current mortgage statement

·         Current lease agreement

·         Recent Duke or water bill

Vehicle Registration

Upload your vehicle registration from the BMV or a screenshot of your vehicle information from the Ohio BMV website.

Proof of Eligibility for Reduced Permits (if applicable)

SNAP, WIC, Medicaid, or proof of low-income housing for eligibility to receive reduced permits.

 

4. What are the different types of permits?

a. Annual Resident Permit
This permit is valid for one year from the date of payment.

b. Semi-Annual Resident Permit
This permit is valid for six months from the date of payment.

c. Annual Resident Reduced Permit
Available only for Over-the-Rhine (OTR) SPPA zones, this permit is for applicants who receive government assistance from one of the qualifying programs listed above.

d. Visitor Permit
Available for all zones except the OTR SPPA zones, this permit is intended for visitors to the area.

e. Guest Permit
Available for all zones except the OTR SPPA zones, this permit is valid for up to two weeks and is available to residents with an Annual Resident Permit.

5. What Steps Must You Take to Apply?

 

Follow these steps to apply for a Residential Parking Permit:

 

a.      Register Your Account
Create an account on the portal. Your email will serve as your username.

 

b.      Select "Buy Permit" and Complete Required Information
Choose your zone and fill out all the necessary information.

 

 

c.       Select Permit Type and Provide Additional Information
Choose the appropriate permit type and complete the application.

 

d.      Staff Review
Your application will be reviewed by staff, who will approve or deny the request.

 

 

e. Resubmission After Denial
If your application is denied, you may be given the opportunity to reapply with corrected information.

Approval and Payment Instructions
Once approved (if applicable), you will receive an email notification. You can then log back into the portal, navigate to "My Permits," select "View" under the action field, and proceed to checkout to submit your payment.

Permit Activation
Once payment is received, your permit will be activated and valid for use. Enforcement personnel will verify your permit by checking your license plate to ensure you have a valid permit.

6.      What steps must they take to renew?

To renew your permit, please follow the steps outlined in Section 5, starting from Step b.

7. What steps must you take for vehicle changes?

To update your vehicle information, follow these steps:

a.      Go to Buy Permit: Select your parking zone.

2. Choose Permit Plate Change Request: Click “Buy” in the action field.
3. Add New Vehicle Information: Enter the details for the new vehicle.
4. Upload Registration: Upload the vehicle registration for the new car.
5. Submit the Request: Submit your application.

Once your request is approved, you’ll receive an email with instructions to pay the $5.00 fee. After payment, your permit will be updated with the new vehicle information.

Important Note: If you receive an email advising that your permit plate change application has expired, don’t worry! This does not mean your permit has expired. Your permit remains valid for the original duration of your annual or semi-annual permit.

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