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Changes to the way we charge for resident parking permits

From the revised date of Monday, 3 June 2024 (date now confirmed), vehicles will be charged primarily based on their level of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) emissions. This will be ascertained via a DVLA look-up at the point of purchase. The charging is banded dependent upon emission levels, meaning the least polluting vehicles pay the least and the most polluting pay the most. We will also be operating a diesel surcharge for pre-2015 diesel vehicles.

Introducing these schemes aims to encourage the use of low-polluting vehicles and discourage the use of those that are more polluting. The schemes aim to 'nudge' those who park regularly in Westminster when making choices about vehicle use and ownership, in terms of the type of vehicles they own, or whether they actually need to use those vehicles in Westminster at all or could alternatively rely on public transport or the council's car club schemes.

These changes mean that the new charging regime will apply for resident permits purchased or renewed from Monday 3 June. Upon permit purchase, renewal or replacement from this date, each vehicle will require a separate permit, but we will allow individuals up to three permits each. However, extra charges will apply for a second and a third permit.

Further information about these changes.

The cabinet member's decisions approving the introduction of the new charging schemes are published online.

• Approval for the scheme's concept
• Approval for the scheme's detail
• Climate Action, Environment and Highways Policy and Scrutiny Report

Parking Services is currently experiencing a high volume of calls to our contact centre following the recent systems upgrade. Our contractors are working to resolve the issues.

In the meantime, we apologise for any delays that you may experience when trying to speak to one of our customer service agents.

New permits issued from 1 April 2023 will be virtual rather than paper-based.

Apply for a permit online

Permits are issued for one year for all vehicle types. Resident parking terms and conditions apply and there is an annual charge payable by debit or credit card.

Apply online

You can find a list of fees on the application page before you apply.

Watch the video below for advice on creating an account or resetting your password:

Other ways to apply

If you don't have internet access at home, use the PCs and iPads in our libraries to apply online.

You can also download the application form and return it with your proof documents by email to [email protected] or by post to:

Westminster City Council Parking Services, PO Box 353, Sheffield S98 1ER

 

 

If you can’t provide all of the required proof documents we will consider issuing you with a temporary six week permit.