Contractor Parking Permit
A Contractor Parking Permit (215) 683-9745 is a cardboard placard that is placed in the window of a vehicle to indicate that the vehicle is only used to perform a contractor service. This program was established to enable licensed contractors to access their vehicles during the workday to retrieve materials and tools.
Contractor vehicles may park in metered and timed parking zones without limit, and in loading zones for up to four hours.
Eligibility
Four requirements must be met in order to obtain a Contractor Parking Permit:
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Vehicles must bear truck/commercial license plates. (a copy of vehicle registration for EACH vehicle is necessary)
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Vehicles cannot have three or more outstanding parking tickets.
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The business must possess all trade, occupation, and business privilege licenses as required by the City. (a copy of all licenses is necessary)
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The business must have no unpaid taxes or fees due to the City of Philadelphia.
Contractors with three or more commercial vehicles may enroll in a monthly billing program for tickets that are ineligible for cancellation under contractor parking privileges. For more details, contact:
The Fleet Coordinator, Philadelphia Parking Authority (215) 683-9745
P.O. Box 38562, Philadelphia, PA 19104-8562
Restrictions and Exclusions
Contractor Parking Permits only entitle contractor vehicles to park in metered and timed parking zones without limit, and in loading zones for up to four hours. You must obey all other posted parking regulations.
You have an option to mail, fax or email application and documents:
Philadelphia Parking Authority, Attn: Contractor Parking Department
35 N. 8th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
If you have any questions, or to request an application, please call (215) 683-9745.
