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The Portland Bureau of Transportation provides parking permits for businesses, nonprofits, and others whose needs are not met by standard parking or truck loading zones. Each type is outlined below. Permits are issued at the start of the fiscal year (July 1) with an expiration date of June 30.
Forms may take 10 - 30 minutes to complete. Allow 5-7 business days for processing.
Step 1: Determine the type of parking permit needed
Commercial parking permit for non-commercial vehicles
- Eligibility: Must be a business that uses non-commercial vehicles for loading, unloading, and deliveries at multiple locations.
- How and where it can be used? Allows for 30-minute parking at any truck loading zone location while loading or unloading only. Also allows for parking at a metered space without paying for 5 minutes at a 15-minute stall, or 20 minutes at any other metered stall.
- Can it be used for multiple vehicles? Yes, the permit can be designated as “any vehicle displaying” and is transferable within the permitted organization.
- Price: $690 annually, or prorated for half a year
Delivery parking permit for non-commercial vehicles
- Eligibility: Must be a business that uses non-commercial vehicles for loading, unloading, and deliveries at just two, pre-designated locations.
- How and where it can be used? Allows for 30-minute parking at two pre-designated truck loading zone locations while loading or unloading only. Also allows for parking at a metered space without paying - for 5 minutes at a 15-minute space, or 20 minutes at any other metered space.
- Can it be used for multiple vehicles? Yes, the permit can be designated as “any vehicle displaying” and is transferable within the permitted organization.
- Price: $216 annually, prorated half year
Maintenance parking permit
- Eligibility: Must be a commercial vehicle performing maintenance, service, or repair work.
- How and where it can be used? Allows for unlimited parking at metered spaces from 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Note restrictions:
- Permits may NOT be used at building remodels or new construction.
- Permits may NOT be used in truck loading zones.
- Permits may NOT be used in 15-minute metered spaces.
- Can it be used for multiple vehicles? No, the permit is for a specific license plate and cannot be transferred to other vehicles.
- Price: $1,656 annually, prorated half year
Media parking permit to cover special events and emergencies
- Eligibility: radio stations, television networks, or print media with frequent local circulation.
- How and where it can be used? Allows for parking at a metered space without paying for up to 2 hours while covering special events and emergencies.
- Can it be used for multiple vehicles? No, the permit is for a specific license plate and cannot be transferred to other vehicles.
- Price: $660 annually, prorated half year
Nonprofit parking permit for performing official business
- Eligibility: Must be a 501(c)(3) organization. You will need to provide proof as part of the application.
- How and where it can be used: Allows for parking at a metered space for up to one hour while performing official agency business that could not be accomplished without a special parking permit. This permit is not a substitute for off-street parking.
- Can it be used for multiple vehicles: Yes, the permit can be designated as “any vehicle displaying” and is transferable within the permitted organization.
- Price: $70 annually
Replacement parking permit
- Eligibility: To replace a lost or stolen dash parking permit.
- How and where it can be used: Based on designation of original permit.
- Can it be used for multiple vehicles: Yes, the permit can be designated as “any vehicle displaying” and is transferable within the permitted organization.
- Price: $15 annually
Contact our team for more information about other parking permits for qualifying users.
Step 2: Download and fill out the appropriate form
Step 3: Create online account and apply
- Visit the PBOT Parking Permits portal here. Accept cookies and set up new user. Review and accept terms and conditions. You will get an activation email. Once your account is activated, you can begin using the system to apply for the appropriate permits.
- Click the "Apply for Permit" button.
- Select your parking zone: choose "Citywide" for permits throughout the city, "Meter District" for permits in metered areas, and "Other" for a single location or a replacement permit.
- Select permit type, start date, and quantity.
- Upload the required form(s), including application. Complete application.
Review
Step 4: Pay and receive your permit
PBOT staff will review and either approve or request additional information.
When your application is approved, make your payment through the online portal via credit card or follows steps in the system to pay by check or money order.
Once PBOT has confirmed your payment, they’ll issue and mail paper permit(s) to you.
Contact us with any questions
Need help with your application or have other questions?
Contact PBOT's Parking Permit team. Our customer service desk in the Portland Building at 1120 SW Fifth Ave is no longer in operation. We are available via email at PBOTparkingpermits@portlandoregon.gov or via phone at 503-823-2777.