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Residential Parking in New Haven

Residential Parking Districts

Certain streets in New Haven are designated as residential parking districts to ensure that the people who live on these streets have a space to park their cars. If you wish to park on these streets you need to apply for a parking permit. View a map of all the residential parking districts.

Residential parking districts are clearly marked with street signs. Permit holders are still subject to all other posted regulations in their zone, including no parking for street sweeping or snow plowing when applicable. The fine for parking in a residential parking district without a permit is $20, this fine doubles in 15 days if not paid.

Apply for a Residential Parking Permit

Complete and print an application online and mail it to the Tax Collector with a photocopy of the vehicle registration and filing fee ($10, non-refundble - Money Orders Only, no checks.). Find additional information below on submission documentation.


If your car is registered at the permit address

Apply for a Residential Parking Permit

For cars registered at the permit address, the following must be completed:

  1. Complete, print and attach the information form.
  2. Attach a photocopy of the vehicle registration.
  3. Attach a photocopy of applicant's Photo ID with date of birth.
  4. Enclose the $10 (non-refundable) filing fee.
  5. Mail all documents to the Tax Collector (address on form).

Each household is allowed up to 2 visitor permits.

From the date you apply, until the date you receive the permits in the mail you may receive parking tickets for resident parking. Bring them to the Tag Division (only residential parking violations), 200 Orange St. with your name and address printed on them and a small note that you are waiting for permits.

ONLY IF YOUR PERMIT IS APPROVED WILL THESE TICKETS BE VOIDED.

IF YOU DO NOT BRING THE TICKETS INTO US AND YOU ARE TOWED, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE TICKETS AND THE TOW.


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If your car is registered within Connecticut but not in New Haven

Apply for a Residential Parking Permit

For cars registered within Connecticut but not in New Haven, the following must be completed:

  1. Complete, print and attach the information form.
  2. Attach a photocopy of the vehicle registration.
  3. Attach a photocopy of applicant's Photo ID with date of birth.
  4. Attach proof of New Haven residence (bill or lease).
  5. Enclose the $10 (non-refundable) filing fee.
  6. Mail all documents to the Tax Collector (address on form).

Each household is allowed up to 2 visitor permits.

From the date you apply, until the date you receive the permits in the mail you may receive parking tickets for resident parking. Bring them to the Tag Division (only residential parking violations), 200 Orange St. with your name and address printed on them and a small note that you are waiting for permits.

ONLY IF YOUR PERMIT IS APPROVED WILL THESE TICKETS BE VOIDED.

IF YOU DO NOT BRING THE TICKETS INTO US AND YOU ARE TOWED, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE TICKETS AND THE TOW.


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If your car is registered outside of Connecticut

Apply for a Residential Parking Permit

For cars registered outside if Connecticut, the following must be completed:

  1. Bring vehicle registration to the Assessor's Office, City Hall, 165 Church Street (1st Flr) and then pay property tax at the Tax Collector’s Office (same address).
  1. Complete, print and attach the information form.
  2. Attach a photocopy of the vehicle registration.
  3. Attach a photocopy of applicant's Photo ID with date of birth.
  4. Attach proof of New Haven residence (bill or lease).
  5. Attach slip from Tax Collector's Office.
  6. Enclose the $10 (non-refundable) filing fee.
  7. Mail all documents to the Tax Collector (address on form).

Each household is allowed up to 2 visitor permits.

From the date you apply, until the date you receive the permits in the mail you may receive parking tickets for resident parking. Bring them to the Tag Division (only residential parking violations), 200 Orange St. with your name and address printed on them and a small note that you are waiting for permits.

ONLY IF YOUR PERMIT IS APPROVED WILL THESE TICKETS BE VOIDED.

IF YOU DO NOT BRING THE TICKETS INTO US AND YOU ARE TOWED, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE TICKETS AND THE TOW.


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Applying for a visitor parking permit

Apply for a Residential Parking Permit

For cars visiting temporarily, the following must be completed:

  1. Complete, print and attach the information form.
  2. If you own the vehicle, attach a photocopy of the registration.
  3. Attach a photocopy of applicant's Photo ID with date of birth.
  4. Attach proof of residence (bill or lease).
  5. Enclose the $10 (non-refundable) filing fee.
  6. Mail all documents to the Tax Collector (address on form).

Each household is allowed up to 2 visitor permits.

From the date you apply, until the date you receive the permits in the mail you may receive parking tickets for resident parking. Bring them to the Tag Division (only residential parking violations), 200 Orange St. with your name and address printed on them and a small note that you are waiting for permits.

ONLY IF YOUR PERMIT IS APPROVED WILL THESE TICKETS BE VOIDED.

IF YOU DO NOT BRING THE TICKETS INTO US AND YOU ARE TOWED, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE TICKETS AND THE TOW.


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