Last Updated on November 7, 2022 by Lawrence Berezin
Can a Warrior issue a parking ticket to people with a disability permit?
Joe asked me about an NYC parking permit for people with disabilities. He wondered whether such an NYC special parking permit allowed him to park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.
The answer is no. That is to say, a driver cannot avoid a fire hydrant ticket with a parking permit. But, remember, if you remain seated behind the wheel in a passenger car, with the keys, ready to move on request from an authorized traffic agent, you can park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant between sunrise and sunset.
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- Can a Warrior issue a parking ticket to people with a disability permit?
- NYC disability parking permit
- Do any restrictions apply?
- How do I apply for the NYC disability parking permit?
- Where can I park with an NYC permit for people with disabilities?
- Are there areas where such Special Parking Identification permits do not authorize parking?
- Keep reading
- Here’s some “helpful” information from the NYC DOT about using the City Permit
- The beat goes on
- Commentary: When you are right, FIGHT.
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A person with an NYC, NY State, or out-of-state parking permit needs to understand their rights to parking in NYC. Here is some valuable information to learn or risk a costly parking ticket.
Using the NY State Permit.
The state permit is a blue plastic hangtag displaying the universal International Symbol of Access for people with disabilities. While temporary permits are red plastic hangtags. Hang it from the inside rearview mirror of your vehicle.
The permit is valid everywhere in New York State, where there are designated parking spaces for people with disabilities.
In New York City, these spaces are all off-street parking. It is also valid in all other states and Canadian provinces. The permit may be used only when the permit holder travels in the vehicle.
Please note: Copying the permit is not allowed and never lets you disobey state or local parking regulations.
The State permit may be valid for up to five (5) years. Likewise, it always expires on the last day of the month.
NYC disability parking permit
You are eligible to be issued a New York State disability parking permit for the disabled if you are a New York City resident and have a severe, permanent, or temporary qualifying mobility impairment as certified by a New York State-licensed physician or podiatrist.
You do not have to be a driver or registered owner of a vehicle to get a permit. Disabled children and legally blind persons are eligible for permits.
According to the New York Vehicle and Traffic Law, Section 404-a, to be eligible for the State Permit, you must have
- Limited or no use of one or both legs;
- A neuro-muscular dysfunction that severely limits mobility;
- Another physical or mental disability that makes the use of public transportation difficult; or
- Be legally blind.
Your physician must state whether the condition is permanent or temporary and describe how severely and regularly the condition affects your ability to walk.
Do any restrictions apply?
Yes. The restrictions are as follows:
- You must require the use of a private vehicle for transportation
- A City resident and nonresident may now apply
Above all, I recommend you click on the link in the following sentence and read the detailed statement of requirements on the DOT website.
How do I apply for the NYC disability parking permit?
- Here is a link to the application for a New York City-accessible parking permit. Application for NYC accessible parking permit
- Carefully read the instructions on the application form in their entirety
- You will need the following:
- A physician is to complete a portion of the application
- An appointment with a “City” physician designated by the Department of Health, who must certify your disability
- Among other requirements outlined in the application
- Submit your completed application, all supporting documents, and medical records to the following:
- PPPD
- 28-11 Queens Plaza No, 8th Floor
Long Island City, NY 11101-4008
Where can I park with an NYC permit for people with disabilities?
4-08 (o)(1)(i) “authorizes an operator of a vehicle bearing a valid New York City Special Parking identification permit” to park at or in any:
- Metered parking space, Passenger or Commercial, without charge
- “No Parking” space regardless of hours, including those for Street Cleaning Regulations
- Space designated for use by Authorized Vehicles, including Diplomats (DPL), New York Press (NYP), or any governmental agency, except areas designated for Ambulances and Ambulettes
- “No Standing except Trucks Loading/Unloading or Truck Loading” Zone (EXCEPTION: Garment District parking area on cross-town streets 35th-41st Streets, between 6th and 8th Avenues). These signs should be read carefully; permit holders may park only during the days and times that trucks may park.
Are there areas where such Special Parking Identification permits do not authorize parking?
New York City Special Parking Identification Permits are not authorized for parking in:
- No Stopping Zone
- In a general No Standing Zone with restricted hours ( i.e. No Standing 4 PM – 7 PM)
- Spaces designated for Ambulances and Ambulettes
- Hotel Loading Zone
- Taxi stand
- For-Hire Vehicle stands
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- Car share parking spaces
- Bus stop
- Fire zone
- 15 feet of fire hydrants
- Driveway or crosswalk or on a sidewalk
- Or for Double parking
“Any vehicle displaying such a permit shall be used exclusively in connection with parking a vehicle in which the person to whom it has been issued is being transported or will be transported within a reasonable period.” See, 4-08 (o)(1)(iii)
Here’s some “helpful” information from the NYC DOT about using the City Permit
- The city permit is a rectangular placard. Display it in full view on the driver’s side dashboard.
- Unlike the state permit, your City permit entitles drivers to park only in New York City.
- The City permit allows the driver to park at most curbsides on city streets, including in all “No Parking” zones (except those marked as taxi stands); in “No Parking,” “No Standing” or “Authorized Vehicles Only” spaces authorized for doctors, press, diplomats and government agencies; at metered parking without paying.
The beat goes on
- Likewise, in “No Standing, Trucks Loading and Unloading” or “Truck Loading Only” zones except for specified restricted hours.
- The City permit cannot be used in any “No Stopping” zones, in any “No Standing” zones other than those listed above, in front of fire hydrants, at bus stops, or in crosswalks. Double parking is never permitted.
- The City permit is valid until the expiration date printed on the permit.
- Approximately six weeks before the scheduled expiration date, you will be asked if you wish to renew and verify that your record information is still correct.
- Your permit will be renewed upon request unless your condition requires a medical re-examination.”
Commentary: When you are right, FIGHT.
I am helping a client with disabilities, who resides in Massachusetts and frequently travels to NYC, fight the refusal by the NYC DOF to honor his Massachusetts-accessible parking permit. For example, the Warriors issued NYC parking tickets even though he properly displayed his permit.
Moreover, A US Congressman supports his battle.
When I wrote this blog post, NYC did not honor NY State accessible parking permits, nor did it honor accessible parking permits from nonresidents. I can think of many constitutional law arguments against this draconian practice. Currently, NYC officials are considering what action to take in response to his fighting his NYC parking ticket. I’ll let you know the outcome.
[Larry’s comment: Currently, New York City allows the NY State permit to be used in NYC but NYC limits the use to designated off-street parking spaces in parking lots for malls, office buildings, or college campuses].
[Larry’s comment: currently nonresidents of NYC may apply for an NYC-accessible parking permit]
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Dear Larry,
What was the outcome of the above case you fought for someone in Massachussetts? It seems illegal that NYC does not honor out of state handicap permits and is creating a huge burden for disabled travellers to park in the city. My father got a ticket while parking in NYC streets for my brothers graduation. He received several tickets that weekend although it was not possible for him to attend this major event in his life without parking on the city streets in NYC. I would love to know what the outcome was?
Thank you
AL
Dear Al,
Good morning.
I’m sorry to hear about your Dad’s parking pain.
If my feeble memory serves me correctly, the parking ticket issued to our Massachusetts customer simply vanished, and has not been heard from since. This happens from time to time when the Evil Empire prefers not to deal with certain issues that arise in parking ticket land. The parking ticket is administratively dismissed.
Once a parking ticket is dismissed, it generally prevents the offended party from appealing to adult court. Unfortunately, the only cases the Evil Empire is required to abide by are decisions handed down by the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court (NY).
NYC has changed its policy regarding handicap parking for people who do not reside in NYC or the State of NY. Persons with severe disabilities may now apply for a City Parking Permit for People with Disabilities. Here’s a link to the NYC DOT’s website page that explains the process in detail.
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/motorist/pppdinfo.shtml
Good luck.
Best,
Larry
I’m dealing with something similar to your Massachusetts client, but my placard is from NJ. Your response don’t go into detail abt how you were able to successfully challenge the ticket.
Hi, Hugh,
Good morning.
I’m afraid I don’t recall the defense I raised.
Oftentimes, Cops and Warriors omit the registration expiration date for Massachusetts plates.
That may have been the defense I raised on that particular case.
Good luck.
Regards,
Larry
I am a resident of Massachusetts and also tried to dispute a handicapped parking ticket to no avail recently ( Sep 20180 ). It makes me wonder if I went to the Republic of NYC. When I served, I served for all Americans but now NYC does not honor my permit because I am a disabled veteran from another state.
Dear Larry,
The problem is that the application takes over 4 months…I have already submitted his application for a NYC parking permit and am still waiting.
I already lost the hearing by mail (when I mailed in the documentation) and argued that it presents a tremendous barrier for temporary visitors to obtain a NYC parking permit. I lost the hearing, but have rescheduled my appeal hearing a couple of times hoping that the NYC parking permit arrives for him by the time of the appeal hearing so I can argue that he was in the process of getting his NYC parking permit and was using the out of state permit in the meantime.
Thanks for this great service to the community! What a wonderful website!
Also a general question, how long do we have if we initially pay our ticket, to fight the ticket for the first time (not appeal) is it 30 days or 90 days?
AL
Al,
You make excellent points. I hear you loud and clear.
The problem is, your points fall on deaf ears at the Evil Empire.
Your question: “How long do we have if we initially pay our ticket, to fight the ticket for the first time (not appeal) is it 30 days or 90 days?”
Larry’s reply…You have 30 days from the date your parking ticket is issued to pay or fight. On day 31, the Evil Empire will assess a $10 penalty. Day 61 an additional $20 penalty. Day 81 30 more buckeroos.
Thank you for your very kind words. They mean a lot to me.
Best of luck completing the process of securing your NYC disability parking permit.
Larry
Thank you! But my question is if we pay it (bc it’s a rental car and I have to pay right away) can we still fight it?
Thanks
AL
Al,
Oops. Sorry ’bout that.
Once you pay your parking ticket, you lose your right to fight it.
This is a challenge when you’re renting a vehicle because as you correctly stated, the rental car company will pay the ticket and charge you an administrative fee. That generally doesn’t happen until after 30 days.
Some of our clients fight the parking ticket within 30 days, and notify the rental company that a “hearing is pending.” And, confirm that the rental car company will not pay the parking ticket!
Best,
Larry
I have a disability placard and i received a ticket in Brooklyn NY for parking in no parking street cleaning between 11:30 am – 1 pm. The ticket was issued at 12:44 pm. Should I fight this ticket?
Dear Silvia,
Good morning.
Here’s the relevant statement from the Evil Empire’s website in reply to your excellent question:
-Using the City Permit-
“The city permit is a rectangular placard. Display it in full view on the driver’s side dashboard.
Unlike the state permit, your City permit entitles drivers to park only in New York City.
The City permit allows the driver to park at most curbsides on city streets including in all “No Parking” zones (except those marked as taxi stands); in “No Parking”, “No Standing” or “Authorized Vehicles Only” spaces authorized for doctors, press, diplomats and government agencies; at metered parking without paying; in “No Standing, Trucks Loading and Unloading” or “Truck Loading Only” zones except for specified restricted hours.
The City permit cannot be used in any “No Stopping” zones; in any “No Standing” zones other than those listed above; in front of fire hydrants, at bus stops or in crosswalks. Double parking is never permitted.
The City permit is valid until the expiration date printed on the permit. Approximately six weeks before the scheduled expiration date, you will be asked if you wish to renew and to verify that your information of record is still correct. Your permit will be renewed upon request unless your condition requires a medical re-examination.”
When you’re right-Fight!
PS…I’m wondering why you were issued the parking ticket when it is obviously permissible for you to park in all no parking zones? Was the placard visible? Did the warrior acknowledge your placard was visible on the parking ticket?
Looking forward to your reply.
Best,
Larry
Hi Larry: I received a parking ticket for not having a metered payment stub on my windshield. I did not have my NYC disability parking permit displayed. I inadvertently left it in the glove compartment from the day prior. The ticket violation code was Section: 4-06(h)(10)(ii) It reads “Failure to Display Muni Rec Days/Hrs: In the Complaint’s comments: it reads…No Valid Permit On Dash / Unattended / No Activity.
I did have a State disability displayed. I went to drop off my wife in the adjacent store front, and went inside for 10 minutes. When i came out the ticket was there. How can I beat this? Sincerely, John
John,
Good morning.
Oh, man. You and I are sharing the same memory, except it would have been weeks before I looked in the glove compartment for my missing permit.
Here are some thoughts:
1. Since you left your car and accompanied your wife in the adjacent store, you do not qualify for the stop, drop, and go defense because, in reality, you simply parked your car and went shopping.
2. The State Disability placard only grants privileges for off street parking
Why not simply tell the judge about your oversight, offer a copy of the legitimate NYC disability parking permit, and ask the judge to dismiss your parking ticket?
Please share the outcome with us.
Good luck, John.
Best,
Larry
Dear Larry,
I have a handicap parking card and parked in a no standing from 7am-7pm I thought that I could park in no standing zones if there was a type of vehicle that could park there or if there was a time limit on when you could park there is r=that a true statement because I just got a ticket for 115$. Do I have a right to fight the ticket?
Thank you for answering this question
Dear Bill,
Good morning.
I don’t think you are entitled to park in a very limited selection of no standing zones with a handicap parking permit. Here’s the statement taken directly from the NYC Department of Transportation website…
“The City permit allows the driver to park at most curbsides on city streets including in all “No Parking” zones (except those marked as taxi stands); in “No Parking”, “No Standing” or “Authorized Vehicles Only” spaces authorized for doctors, press, diplomats and government agencies; at metered parking without paying; in “No Standing, Trucks Loading and Unloading” or “Truck Loading Only” zones except for specified restricted hours.
The City permit cannot be used in any “No Stopping” zones; in any “No Standing” zones other than those listed above; in front of fire hydrants, at bus stops or in crosswalks. Double parking is never permitted.”
The language is confusing, but I think you’re limited to no standing zones authorized for doctors, press, diplomats and government agencies, and trucks loading and unloading.
Best,
Larry
I have a NYC handicap parking permit for my Jeep. I have a Vespa with a NYS handicap license plate. The NYC DOT will not give me their permit for use on a bike. The reason they gave me is that there’s no way to safely secure it. I have purchased a locking device that will hold the NYC Handicap Parking permit. This is clearly discrimination against those that can ride a two wheeled vehicle but, because of their disability, need to park close to work or home. NYC must recognize the NYS handicap plate. Are we the only city that doesn’t? I believe so. It’s absurd.
Stan,
Good morning.
I hear your frustration.
In order to take advantage of the NYC handicap parking rules, the Evil Empire insists on seeing a NYC handicap parking permit.
In the past, NYC didn’t even allow out-of-NYC residents to apply for the NYC handicap parking permit, so there has been some progress…But not enough.
Best,
Larry
My gripe with the NYC DOT is the discrimination against disabled motorcyclists. The only reason I was given as to why they won’t is, according to them, there’s no way to safely attach it to a motorcycle. Pure BS. I’ve got a locking device made to fit the 9″ x 6″ DOT parking permit. If I could afford a lawyer specializing in ADA issues, I’d sue the City.
And, once the media gets a hold of it, how do you think it’s going to go? NYC discriminates against the disabled won’t look good in a news report.
Stan,
Well said.
Best,
Larry
Dear Larry,
Is someone with an NY state disabled placard exempt from alternate side parking rules? I have a friend who gets tickets in midtown Manhattan but is fine when she doesn’t move her car in the morning in Brooklyn. We called 311 but they don’t seem to know the rules either.
Sarah,
Not that I’m aware.
Best,
Larry
Well, it may have been my complaint filed with the NYS Attorney General regarding discrimination by the NYC DOT regarding handicap parking permits for motorcyclists. But, the DOT will be changing their rule. Which by the way, was never in writing, anywhere.
My wife has had a NYC handicapped parking permit for some time now. Must you honor the street cleaning restriction no parking windows; i.e. alternate side of the street parking? I’ve recently noticed that some drivers do not move their cars because they have the placard in the window — and they seem to be non-ticketed. Can you shed some light on this?
Dear Doub,
Good afternoon.
Happy holidays!
Here’s a summary of the privileges accorded a handicap parking permit by the Evil Empire:
“Using the City Permit
The city permit is a rectangular placard. Display it in full view on the driver’s side dashboard.
Unlike the state permit, your City permit entitles drivers to park only in New York City.
The City permit allows the driver to park at most curbsides on city streets including in all “No Parking” zones (except those marked as taxi stands); in “No Parking”, “No Standing” or “Authorized Vehicles Only” spaces authorized for doctors, press, diplomats and government agencies; at metered parking without paying; in “No Standing, Trucks Loading and Unloading” or “Truck Loading Only” zones except for specified restricted hours.
The City permit cannot be used in any “No Stopping” zones; in any “No Standing” zones other than those listed above; in front of fire hydrants, at bus stops or in crosswalks. Double parking is never permitted.
The City permit is valid until the expiration date printed on the permit. Approximately six weeks before the scheduled expiration date, you will be asked if you wish to renew and to verify that your information of record is still correct. Your permit will be renewed upon request unless your condition requires a medical re-examination.
Most days, the police or warriors “turn the other cheek” to ASP violations. The fact that a placard is in the window probably has nothing to do with the absence of a parking ticket under the wiper….
[1-11-15: Larry’s update-Upon further review, this is not correct. As our next wonderful friend of New York Parking Ticket correctly stated, a handicap placard does permit you and your chariot to disregard alternate side parking rules. I apologize for my senior moment! And, wish to thank our wonderful friend for sharing his knowledge and experience with us].
In my humble opinion, a placard doesn’t authorize the vehicle to disregard ASP parking rules…Sorry.
Park safely.
Best,
Larry
The NYC DOT PPPD Placard exempts you from ASP Rules. I have an active permit and the DOT PPPD department confirmed it.
Ed,
Good morning.
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience on this question. You are absolutely correct!
I went back to the Evil Empire and re-read the section on parking permits for people with disabilities.
“The City permit allows the driver to park at most curbsides on city streets including in all “No Parking” zones (except those marked as taxi stands); in “No Parking”, “No Standing” or “Authorized Vehicles Only” spaces authorized for doctors, press, diplomats and government agencies; at metered parking without paying; in “No Standing, Trucks Loading and Unloading” or “Truck Loading Only” zones except for specified restricted hours.”
All “No Parking” zones include “no parking street cleaning” areas.
We all appreciate you fixing the hole in my roof!
Best,
Larry
Are NYC and NY state requirements the same? I received my NY state permit and am hoping NYC will approve also but they told me it will be months for a response.
Dear Jim,
Good afternoon.
Great question.
Here’s a link to the page on the NYC Department of Transportation website that provides you with the information you need.
Good luck.
Best,
Larry
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/motorist/pppdinfo.shtml
Thanks. Generally, does it seem like NYC placards are harder to qualify for, or are they both following the same guidelines? I’ve read thru that link and it’s not clear to me. They seem slightly different.
Also, I’ve read these are stolen often. Is there anything wrong with making a copy of mine and hanging that in my car, so that in case it’s stolen, I still have my original?
Thanks again. Really like your site.
Hi Larry,
I have had the NYC PPPD since 2012. I can’t say it’s a God send but it has helped me a lot. I renewed it once Dec 2014 no problem. My condition had only become worse. I submitted info in 2014 for renewal and got my NY State back no problem. The NYC placard is big problem. Their reply in late Dec requested more info. I called and they clarified what was needed. Though my MD had filled out there checklist they wanted detailed info from office visits and the radiological report on my hip and knee. I had submitted the Ortho commentary findings already. I tried to explain that my disability is with my legs. Severe arthritis has made a cane/walker the only way to get around. And that I’d be glad to see one of their docs. They don’t have docs any more! I’ve been talking with clerks and an RN. They say another month for DOT to review my info. To me it seems like a no brainer that bad joints only get worse.
It’s a month now and they are not concerned that my Permit is now expired. They never sent a new plackard or temp permit. They seem to have lost site of there responsibility. Have they already determined my eligibility?
My permit allows me to go to my MDs easily and so much is doable with it. One thing is the ASP rules would have necessitated moving car even if not going somewhere. Even with permit getting around is difficult and painful.
Do you know of any shake up with PPPD?
Also should I submit a personal letter to PPPD?
Any insight you can give will be welcomed.
Thanks,
Jeremy
PS Comment on other letters…There is a place to mail wrongful tickets. I believe it is in NYC Finance and referenced on the back of the permit. It is also on their site buried. They dismissed two tix for me.
This whole thing really works or worked. It was a good thing so I guess it had to be fixed or broken.
Dear Jeremy,
Yours is a sad tale of bureaucratic inaction causing bad consequences.
Sorry about your plight…It’s not right.
First off, I’ve heard no new whispers about broken/fixed.
Four thoughts occur to me:
1. Contact your City Council person and tell them your story. This is a perfect opportunity for them to help a resident solve a serious problem
2. Contact your NY Assembly person. Same advice
3. Contact ABC or Fox5 NYC. Both stations have “on your side” departments that really help New Yorkers. You have a story that resonates and should motivate them to lend a hand.
4. Last option…Go down to the Evil Empire and be nice, respectful, and totally persistent about solving this challenge now. Don’t take no for an answer.
Jeremy, thank you for sharing your tip about wrongful tickets. I used to fight our client’s parking tickets by mail (at that address), but find it much easier now to fight them online. The Evil Empire has made some excellent improvements that make it a great tool.
Bottom line is that to beat a parking ticket you gotta know how to match the defense with the parking violation, and present the proper proof, properly. If you do, you’ll win.
Keep us posted on your PPPD progress.
Good luck.
Best,
Larry
Hi Larry,
I have some FYI on my PPPD permit. I received my new one last week. Expiration 12/2015. I was about to take action on your suggestions. At least I don’t have to compound the PIA that would have involved. Unfortunately my experience in dealing with the Empire is that when you poke it, it pokes back.
Anyhow , I am relieved to get my renewed permit. It seems to me that they were treating my renewal as a new request. They should have a procedure where they issue an extension or temp tag while they do their lengthy review. They had my initial renewal papers since mid November. They seem to overlook their responsibility to the less abled.
This is one of those things where abusers and cheats who get permits fraudulently, which is what their permit qualification review is aimed at, I’m sure, end up messing it all up. There must be a term for this kind of thing where the rotten apples turn the whole barrel sour. (ie. 25 mph limit in NYC, or maybe that’s just to increase ticket revenues)
Anyway I just wanted to say how much I appreciated your response and suggestions.
FYI with the permit, I got the following change of address for PPPDs with wrongful tickets:
NYC Dept of Finance Advocacy Unit
66 John Street
3rd floor
NY, NY 10038
BE SURE TO INCLUDE PERMIT ID
Again thanks,
Jeremy
Dear Jeremy.
Your story captivated me.
Thanks so much for sharing it.
And, a big thank you for sharing the updated
address for PPPD’s with wrongful tickets.
I’m going to add it to our FAQ Page.
Please, stay in touch.
Best,
Larry
BootLarry
2/8 boot
I am disabled in wheel chair now. I do usually have a PPPD dash board permit. (BTW I emailed you 2 years ago about PPPD.) The DOT is still renewing new one since November. I was told not to use the old one. (Why don’t they mail out 3 month extension sticker. I have no permit to use now. Long delay seems contrary to their mission.)
This morning 2/8 my wife parked in what appears to be legal space to pick me up. There is a sign for no standing 7am to 7 pm on the other far side of a driveway which to me makes the space unposted. A predatory traffic agent ticketed for no standing and booted the front wheel with sticker on drivers side that car was obstructing traffic. If fine not paid in 2 hrs car would be towed. My wife took taxi to pay fine and they did eventually remove boot forcing us to stay 2 hrs. I missed my dentist appointment.
The whole premise for the ticket was wrong in the lack of signage. As my son who was with the car explained to the officer that they were picking me up from the nursing home and we would depart once i could get to car. The boot did make the car unmovable and truly a potential obstruction. My car was adjacent to NO PARKING ANY TIME at the rear with no NO STANDING sign on that pole. The only no standing sign is 60 feet down the block on the corner. The no standing zone is clearly on the far side of the driveway and not where we were parked. The street has a safety zone painted where the no standing zone is indicated and ends at driveway. As i understood signage zones the driveway break necessitates another NO STANDING sign to continue zone. Or the NO PARKING pole at rear of car needed one arrowed toward the one by the corner.
What part of this is misunderstood by me? If the sign was legitimate and for NO STOPPING i could understand the obstructing traffic violation. But their ticket is for no standing and I was in process of getting in to my car, which is allowed at NO STANDING ZONE.
I don’t think I’ll be charged for missed DDS appointment, but this whole thing has truly aggravated me. I do so despise the tix warriors.
PS this space is often parked all day.
( i have pics)
Hi Jeremy,
Sorry to hear about the parking pain.
Here’s my take on this unfortunate experience….A parking rule regulates the curb space in the direction of the arrow(s) until the next sign or end of the block. A driveway does not end the regulation. You are permitted to stop temporarily to pick up a passenger and leave the area immediately. However, you are not permitted to stop and wait for your passenger to arrive at the curb.
I am sad to say that your assumption about the significance of the driveway and the no standing rule was mistaken.
With that said, if you were on the sidewalk in your wheelchair heading for the car when this stupid warrior issued the nasty ticket, you may raise the defense that your car was, in fact, stopped temporarily and you were expeditiously entering the vehicle as best you could in a wheelchair. I would also raise the defense of lack of proper service since the driver of the vehicle was obviously present when the ticket was issued (I trust the warrior or cop didn’t enter the name of the driver, as he is required to do under these circumstances).
Good luck, Jeremy.
Let me know the outcome.
Regards,
Larry
Update for NYC handicap parking permit for motorcycles: the NYS AG is investigating the discrimination by the DOT to not include disbled motorcyclists. Not sure if the AG’s involvement has anything to do with it. But I’m now working with a representative of the DOT to show them that the placard can be secured to a motorcycle/scooter. Things will change. Next is to eliminate the city placard by accepting the state handicap license plate. Doing this will allow disabled drivers from out of town to safely park where needed.
Stan,
Good morning.
A major tip of the hat for your good works.
And, a special thank you for keeping us all up to date.
It would be wonderful if a NY State placard was accepted by NYC.
Good luck.
Best,
Larry
My mom has a pppd card that she puts on her dash board she receive a ticket for parking at a no standing mon-fri between 7am to 10.am and 4pm – 7pm is the ticket valid
Hi Dian,
Good morning.
Great question.
The types of NO STANDING zones, where parking is permitted for people with a PPPD placard, are confusing.
Here’s the language from the Evil Empire’s website.
“The city permit is a rectangular placard. Display it in full view on the driver’s side dashboard.”
The City permit allows the driver to park at most curbsides on city streets including in all “No Parking” zones (except those marked as taxi stands); in “No Parking”, “No Standing” or “Authorized Vehicles Only” spaces authorized for doctors, press, diplomats and government agencies; at metered parking without paying; in “No Standing, Trucks Loading and Unloading” or “Truck Loading Only” zones except for specified restricted hours.
The City permit cannot be used in any “No Stopping” zones; in any “No Standing” zones other than those listed above; in front of fire hydrants, at bus stops or in crosswalks. Double parking is never permitted.”
Here’s the link
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/motorist/pppdinfo.shtml
My interpretation of these words is that a PPP D placard only permits parking in two types of NO STANDING zones:
1) Trucks loading and unloading
2) Trucks loading only
Your Mom parked in a general NO STANDING zone, which is not allowed for people with disabilities…Sorry.
I would welcome any of our wonderful friends to share their experience with the PPPD placards.
Best,
Larry
My husband parked our car on Jerome Avenue Gun Hill Road. We displayed my SPECIAL PARKING ID in the dashboard window. As we returned to our car a DOT parking inforcer was getting ready to give us a ticket. She said if you had’nt come right then I would have given you a ticket. I asked her why? We have a permit in the window on the dashboard her response was my permit did’nt have a license plate #! She then says anybody can have this permit without the license plate #! Do I need to return my SPECIAL PARKING ID to get the license plate # printed on the permit?
Dear Joyce,
Good morning.
Great question.
I’m sorry that I don’t know the answer.
I’m going to have to refer you to the Evil Empire to find out the proper procedure to follow under the circumstances you described.
Good luck.
Regards,
Larry
I currently live in Queens and I have a NYC parking permit. If I move to Nassau county will I lose my NYC parking permit?
Dear David,
I am sad to report (after dedicating 6 years, 7-days-per-week with two months off for my heart attack) that I will no longer be answering questions on Larry’s Blog. You’ll find a treasure trove of information in the 746 Blog Posts and growing, F.A.Q.’s, and comments.
If you need help, you may wish to check out of service offerings. Here’s a link
https://newyorkparkingticket.com/passenger-vehicles/
Great Article. Thanks for the info. Does anyone know where I can find a blank “disability placard Form” to fill out?
I have had NY State issued handicapped license plates since 1998 yet New York City does not honor them. This is different than a handicapped placard that might be temporary and it is especially troubling since NY State requires medical information before issuing them and they are permanent. How is it possible that NYC can bypass honoring plates? It seems a waste of resources to have to have a doctor reverify a disability when it has already been verified by NY State. Your thoughts?
Dear Jean,
I am sad to report (after dedicating 6 years, 7-days-per-week, with two months off for my heart attack) that I will no longer be answering questions on Larry’s Blog. You’ll find a treasure trove of information in the 746 Blog Posts and growing, F.A.Q.’s, and comments.
If you need help, you may wish to check out of service offerings. Here’s a link.
https://newyorkparkingticket.com/passenger-vehicles/
Does NYC honor NY state permits??
Hi Sandy,
Good morning.
Here’s the word from the NYC DOT about the NY State PPPD:
Using the State Permit…
“The state permit is a blue plastic hangtag displaying the universal International Symbol of Access for people with disabilities. Hang it from the inside rearview mirror of your vehicle. (Temporary permits are red plastic hangtags.)
The permit is valid everywhere in New York State where there are designated parking spaces for people with disabilities. In New York City, these spaces are all off-street, such as in parking lots for malls, office buildings or college campuses. It is also valid in all other states and Canadian provinces. No copies are allowed. The permit may be used only when the permit-holder is traveling in the vehicle. However, its use never allows you to disobey state or local parking regulations. Any person who has been issued a disability parking permit, who abuses any privilege, benefit, precedence or consideration arising from possession of the permit, may have it revoked.
The State permit is valid until the expiration date printed on the permit.
Not much help in NYC.
Good luck.
Larry
So confused. I have the blue plastic hang tag for my chronic disability. Live in Manhattan & just purchased a vehicle. Does this exempt me from alternate side parking, and can I use it anywhere/the same way in the entire state of New York?
Franklyn,
Good morning.
I’ve learned to compensate for my chronic state of confusion. Let me see if I can help.
-An NYC tag does not permit you to disobey ASP Rules
-An NYC tag is only honored in NYC
Park safely.
Best,
Larry
Can anyone explain to me the difference between “Parking Permit” that displayed on top of vehicle torpedo and blue color handicap sign that is hanging on your rearview mirror?
My mom has one and she does not know if she has to pay for parking meters or mot and if she can park on “No Parking” area.
Thank you in advance.
Hi Jeff,
Does your Mom have an NYC placard for persons with disabilities? Or, a NY State Permit?
Best,
Larry
Traveling to timesquare for a week. Can I park at the parking meters with my South Carolina handicap placard without paying the toll?
Hi Dave,
Good morning.
(That was quite a battle last week in SC).
I’m sorry to say that your SC handicap sticker does not entitle you to park for free at meters. It only entitles you to park in off-street handicap parking spaces.
Enjoy your visit.
Regards,
Larry
Good afternoon.
Do I have to relocate my car with Disability Permit (not a blue tag) on time of street cleaning.
Victor,
I’m sorry to say that I don’t know.
Dear Larry,
I recently received a boot on my car when I legally parked on a private street in Forest Hills Gardens. I had one of their 2 hour parking permits placed on my windows but I parked in a NO PARKING spot and as usual I’m allowed to in NYC with my Disability Parking Permit Plaque. Forest Hills is part of NYC.
I was very surprised to hear that private streets are excluded from PPPD rules and reluctantly I had no choice but to pay $140 to take off this boot. I know Consumer Affairs gives the private streets their permits. I don’t see anything in DOC about this nor in CA.
Can I fight this?
Hi Mitzi,
As you correctly stated, Forest Hills Gardens is a private community. On-street parking is permitted only for residents and their guests. The parking regulations are in place to preserve the aesthetics of the community and to assure ample parking for residents.
Who is permitted to park on our streets?
The following vehicles may park on our streets with a current FHGC Parking decal or a properly executed parking pass or note.
· Owners of homes, land, or cooperative apartments, including resident members of their immediate families.
· Tenants in private houses and apartments, including resident members of their immediate families.
· Guest of residents while they are visiting.
· Customers or clients of commercial or professional establishments within the Gardens while at the establishment. These vehicles require a “Commercial Parking Pass” authorized by the FHGC and supplied to the customer by the commercial establishment.
· Congregants of churches located within the Gardens during hours of worship or functions.
· Contractors, service organizations or individuals while performing services for residents or establishments within.
http://foresthillsgardens.org/parking/
If your permit was properly issued, you certainly had a right to park on Forest Hill Garden private streets. The next question is whether your PPPD allowed you to ignore the no parking rule. If so, you parked legally. If not, you were subject to ticket, boot, and tow.
The DOT website says: “The City permit allows the driver to park at most curbsides on city streets including in all “No Parking” zones (except those marked as taxi stands)…” It is not clear whether a “city street” includes a “private street.” I don’t know the answer to this question. If it were me, I’d start by contacting the management corporation and see what they have to say:
Forest Hills Gardens Corporation
2 Tennis Place
Forest Hills, NY 11375
Phone: 718-268-2420
fhgcemail@aol.com
Please let me know the outcome.
Good luck.
Regards,
Larry
Hi Larry,
The medical unit is still reviewing my NYC permit renewal which expired 9/22/16. I did the online renewal in July. Then they asked for something else which I sent on 8/2/16. Then they asked for additional information in a letter mailed out to me on 9/22/16. I faxed them what they wanted on 10/6/16. Is the permit still good while they are reviewing?
Hi
I have recently applied for a New York state and city handicap disability permit for my mother . Who is overweight and has knee problems, which is affecting her from the ability to walk a distance without sitting down and taking rest. She has been given injections and medication and also going through physical therapy 3 to 5 times a weektimes a week. The New York City Department has issued me a handicap hanger which only allows me to park in handicap parking space is only in hospitals malls etc. However she was denied the New York State ID place card which allows for on street parking.
I would like to appeal the case and I have all medical documents including x-rays and reports. however I need someone’s expertise with writing a professional letter of appeal. I am having difficulties and putting my thoughts together and explaining that with my 12 hour shift at my job and running around between taking my 3 kids to school and after programming it’s hard for me to take my mother to doctor visits, clinics and specially for her physical therapy. Finding parking next to the physical therapy is very difficult it’s usually a few blocks and my mom cannot handle the long walk which defeats the purpose of the physical therapy, I have tried many ways to make it easier for both myself and my mother but I always wind up with tickets.
I think with a good letter explaining this in a professional way the department might consider issuing a disability parking permit for my mother which will make parking easier and a shorter distance for her. Please provide me with your expertise on how I can write a professional letter of appealing.
Thank you for your help and advice.
Mike A
Nyfinest45g@yahoo.com
Nyfinest45g@aol.com
Good morning, Mike,
I am really sorry to hear about your dilemma. I am 68-years old and can totally appreciate the challenge of managing your life and helping your MOM. I’ve already warned my children to be ready (I’ve had 15 surgeries).
I haven’t had occasion to research the burden of proof you need to reverse the evil decision. Sorry, I can’t share any insights with you. However, I can share a few thoughts about “writing a professional letter,” after practicing law for 40 years:
-The permit is not about your inconvenience, it’s about your Mom and her need for this type of help
-You should research how you win an appeal. What do you have to prove to overturn the original bad decision?
-Everyone who applies for a permit has a sad story. Sad stories don’t win. The art of persuasion does
-Why was the original decision a mistake? Was there a written decision? Did the representative consider all the evidence you submitted? Did he or she state the reasons for the denial?
Good luck, Mike.
Larry
I`m disable person and applied for NYC city parking permit renewal 2 times already and PPPD lost my papers 2 times,nobody cares about that,nobody responsible…
Sorry to hear about the bad treatment, Sergey. I hope this situation is fixed. Best, Larry
Dear Larry, Parking in my NYC neighborhood is impossible. I sit in my car looking at countless people daily parking with a disabled placard when they are neither handicapped nor they are dropping/picking up a person with disabilities. A neighbor of mine told me they are easy to purchase for a nominal fee of $100. It’s sad that society lacks integrity nowadays For simple things. My coworker has a an illegal placard as well and his car ended up being hit overnight with an estimate of $10k in property damage. He is too cheap to rent a garage for his $100k BMW and will learn his tough lesson again in due time. My neighbors are notorious for side swipping people’s cars and not leaving notes.
Hi John,
Thanks for sharing your observations. There is much room for improvement in Parking Ticket Land.
Park safely.
Regards,
Larry
Excellent article, but I believe there is one more restriction I did not see you mention. Handicap Permit parking in not allowed in the Garment District on cross town streets from 35th to 41st Streets, between 6th and 8th Avenues in Manhattan
Hi Victor,
Wonderful to hear from you and your valuable information.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.
Regards,
Larry
Larry,
I recently received a NJ handicapped parking placard. Am I allowed to park in midtown Manhattan street during the day cars are prohibited but commercial vehicles can with a paid record?
Joe
Hi, Joe,
NJ handicap placards are not honored in NYC.
Regards,
Larry
Hi,
After a review of my disability application the Social Security Office declared me permanently disabled. Based on my disability I applied for a NYC disability placard and it was issued last March. This past March I was sent a renewal app. I just received a denial which is based on a few words my Dr said that implies I’m getting better when the opposite is true, my neuropathy is worsening as I grow older ( I’m 67) . Is their an attorney ( yourself perhaps) that can appeal my denial?
Thank you. Nelson Louis Olivo.
I am a Disabled Veteran with the ISA on my plates and a hang tag from the state of Texas.. How do I deal with NYC and their ticketing practices which appear to be hit and miss at best…
Hi, Siena,
Good morning.
NYC does not honor out-of-state handicap plates or tags.
You may want to check out this draconian info about parking in NYC for people with disabilities.
Good luck.
Regards,
Larry
Hi Larry. Hope your doing well. I wanted to have a bit more insight from you on the following scenario : I parked at a NO STANDING ANYTIME spot in Queens and the following morning as I was loading my father into the vehicle to drive him to the hospital for a procedure I noticed two tickets on my windshield. I displayed the City Handicap Placard Parking Permit for people with Disabilities on my dashboard. One ticket was for No standing Day/Time limits and the other was for misuse of placard.
I was under the impression that you can park in No Standing Anytime zones.
Is their anyway I can fight these tickets or at least come to a settlement with the City?
Any feedback is greatly appreciated Larry. Thank You.
My wife and I, my dog and cat are moving to Seattle.
I won’t be able to reply to comments until after October 1, 2020.
Sorry!
Regards,
Larry
after I retired from USAF, i received 100% disability and have my veterans license plates (non-handicap) in SC it provides free meter parking anywhere in Charleston. Is it honored in NYC the same way?
Thank you
Hi Renee,
Good afternoon.
I’m afraid that the plate you described will not afford you any parking benefits in NYC.
Sorry, man.
Be safe.
Regards,
Larry