Q: Do I have to create an account to apply for a permit online?

A:  Yes, to apply for a visitor parking permit online, you must create an account. You can still apply for a permit in person at Vaughan City Hall, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. In both cases, you must provide documentation to prove your address, such as a driver’s licence or recent bill with your name and address listed. 

 

A: No, permits are now electronic and do not need to be printed or displayed on the dash of the vehicle. Parking enforcement staff will have access to the permit and vehicle information online. 

 

A: Permits are $7 per request, regardless of the duration of the permit.   

 

A: The fee goes towards maintaining the new electronic permit program. 

 

A:  If you apply online, all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard and American Express) are accepted. If you apply in person, you can pay with debit, cash or cheque. 

 

A: A driver’s licence or a recent bill with the account holder’s name and address can be used.  

 

A: Your street may not be listed if it does not meet the width requirements for emergency vehicles to access the street. You can apply for a permit on the next closest street located to your address.  

 

A: You can apply for a permit on a nearby street on which visitor parking is allowed.  

 

A: Please contact By-law and Compliance, Licensing and Permit Services at 905-832-2281 and provide your permit information.  

 

A:  The permit allows guests to park during the day and overnight. However, a permit will not exempt your guest from any other parking violations. 

 

A:  No, visitor parking permits are for guests and not intended for use with a resident’s vehicle at their own address. If a permit is found to be issued to a resident's vehicle for their own address, it will be revoked, a penalty may be issued and the vehicle may be towed at the owner's expense.

 

There are options for additional parking. You can park on the paved portion of the boulevard (the section of the driveway between the sidewalk and the road) in front of your house or apply to have your driveway widened.  

 

Q: Can I get a permit for my guest if I don’t know their licence plate number?

A:  Please contact By-law and Compliance, Licensing and Permit Services at 905-832-2281 for assistance.  

 

A: No, you only need to send it the first time you create an account. However, if you move or change vehicles, you will need to update your account with your new information.