Apply for a resident parking permit
How to get a parking permit to park near your home.
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On this page:
- About the permit
- Eligibility
- What you'll need
- Costs
- How to apply
- What happens next
- Check if parking is available on my street
- Discounted overnight parking
- More information
About the permit
Resident parking permits give residents access to park for an unlimited time near their home.
Permits are linked to your vehicle's number plate and are managed online. You do not need to display a permit sticker.
Resident parking permits are available for 6 or 12 months. Discounts are available for low emission vehicles, motorcycles and scooters.
The maximum number of permits per household is three. The number of permits available depends on the number of off-street parking spaces at your residence.
When making your application, our online system will display the permits you are eligible for automatically.
Eligibility
You can apply for a resident parking permit if:
- You live in a Waverley street where resident parking permits are available. How to check
- The permit is for the home where you live.
- Your vehicle is registered in your name (unless business registered).
You cannot apply if:
- Your vehicle is unregistered.
- Your vehicle is a truck, trailer, caravan, boat trailer.
- Your vehicle weighs more than 4.5 tonnes, or is longer than 6 metres less.
What you'll need
You will need:
- Two documents showing where you live.
- A document showing vehicle ownership or use.
- Current driver's licence.
- Rates notice.
- Current vehicle registration certificate showing your name – a screenshot from ServiceNSW must show your name and address (log into website and not app).
- Company vehicle letter from your employer.
- ASIC statement for company directors.
- Rental or hire vehicle agreement.
Costs
The cost of a permit depends on how many permits are already issued to your household, but the first permit will be free.
| Permit type | Blue permit | Orange permit | White permit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 months | Free | $125.50 | $191 |
| 6 months (low emission vehicle) | Free | $47.50 | $125.50 |
| 12 months | Free | $204 | $306 |
| 12 months (low emission vehicle) | Free | $66.50 | $204 |
| Motorcycle or scooter | Free | Free | Free |
*Blue = first permit, Orange = second permit, White = third permit.
How to apply
- Select Apply now.
- Create an online account or sign in.
- Fill in your details and upload your documents.
- Select the permit you are eligible for.
- If there’s a cost, make payment.
- Submit your application.
What happens next
Most applications are processed and approved straight away. Once approved:
- Your permit will be linked to your vehicle's number plate.
- You can use your online account to renew permits, update vehicle details and check the status of your applications.
- You do not need to display a physical permit.
Applications that require additional checks may take up to 5 business days. If we need more information to process your application, we'll contact you by phone or email.
Check if parking is available on my street
The easiest way to check is to look at the street signs. The Area number on the sign will need to match the Area number on your permit.
You can also enter your address in the online map to see if resident parking is available on your street.
Discounted overnight parking
Need extra parking?
Waverley residents can apply for discounted overnight parking at the Hollywood Avenue Car Park in Bondi Junction from 5pm to 9am, seven days a week.
Apply for discounted overnight parking
More information
What’s a low emission vehicle?
To qualify for the reduced cost, your vehicle must have a combined tailpipe CO₂ emissions rating of 150g/km or less and be recognised by the Australian Government's Green Vehicle Guide.
You can check your vehicle's emissions rating using the Australian Government's Green Vehicle search tool.
Reminder notices
You'll receive a reminder by email and SMS before your permit expires, so you can renew it ahead of time if needed.
Refunds
Parking permit fees are non-refundable but if there has been an administration error during the application process contact Council with the details.
Can I transfer my permit?
You can transfer your permit to a different vehicle registered in your name through your online account.
Permits cannot be transferred to a different person.
If you sell or give your vehicle to someone else, the permit does not transfer with the vehicle.
Contact us
If you have any questions about the parking permits or the new application system, you can email our Customer Service team at parkingadmin@waverley.nsw.gov.au or phone (02) 9083 8000.