Residential Parking Permits

Buy and Pick Up Your Permit in Person

Hours of operation: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday.  
The office is located at 211 N Paca Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 (Former Lexington Market Building) 

Documents You’ll Need 

Current Residents 

To obtain a residential parking permit, you must present both of the following:

• Maryland driver’s license with current address. (MVA Change of Address card is also accepted.)
• Current Maryland vehicle registration with current address 

Residents without the residential permit parking eligible address printed on their Maryland driver’s license or vehicle registration must provide one of the following: 

• MVA change of address card
• Proof of current student status (current student ID, current acceptance letter, or current class schedule) 

New Residents 

New residents will be given a 60-day temporary permit to allow time to get a Maryland driver’s license and vehicle registration. New Maryland residents must show an out-of-state driver’s license and vehicle registration along with one of the following: 

• Current lease (must be signed by all parties, including the landlord)
• Settlement documents (must be signed by all parties)
• Closing disclosure (must be signed by all parties)
• Utility Bill (BGE, Xfinity, or other internet service provider)
  • Statement (no more than 30 days old) or a start of service letter 

If You Have Two Residences (Dual Residency) 

To qualify, an applicant must provide all required documents, proof that they own a home in Baltimore (such as a property tax bill), and proof that they own a vehicle registered to an address outside their residential parking permit area. Customers must also provide one of the following:

• Current utility bill for both properties that clearly identifies the customer's name.
• Current property tax bill for both properties
• Current deed

What to Keep in Mind

You must present or upload these documents every year, including a current vehicle registration for each vehicle.

Permits can only be used for vehicles with the license plate number given at the time of purchase. You must apply for a replacement permit if you get a new vehicle, license plate, or windshield. If you replace your windshield, bring the receipt, and we will give you a new decal for free.

Exceptions

Exceptions are allowed for current students (not including residencies and fellowships), active duty military members, and people in Maryland for a temporary work assignment of one year or less (such as travel nurses). Additional documents are required. Please email us with questions.  

Off-Street Parking Requirement

In Areas 8, 9, and 37, some homes have off-street parking requirements. If you have a parking pad, driveway, or garage, you cannot get a decal for your first car because it must be parked in your off-street space. However, if you have a second or third car, you can apply for a decal. Vehicle registration is required for all cars.

If you have more than one off-street parking space, you must follow the same process for each space and show that a resident is using it before you can get a decal.

Permitting a Vehicle Not Registered in Your Name

• You may purchase a permit for one vehicle that is not registered in your name
• If you do not share the same last name with the vehicle owner, a notarized letter is required. You are required to have the current address on your driver's license or obtain a MD driver's license unless non-resident restrictions apply.
• If you share the same last name with the vehicle owner, no additional documentation is required. You are required to have the current address on your driver's license or obtain a MD driver's license unless non-resident restrictions apply.