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Disability Parking in Hawaii:
Everything You Need to Know
Hawaii Disability Parking Laws
- Qualifying conditions: Must have a mobility disability that prevents walking 200 feet without stopping to rest or requires the use of a mobility aid device (such as wheelchair, cane, crutch, walker, or other assistive device).
- A physician or APRN with a Hawaii medical license must certify your condition on Form PA-3.
- Temporary placards (red) are valid for up to 6 months.
- Long term placards (blue) are valid for 6 years.
- Disabled Paid Parking Exemption Permits (DPPEP) (green) are available for those with valid driver's licenses who cannot reach or operate parking meters due to disability. Valid for same duration as their placard.
- Parking violations result in fines of $250 to $500. Valid permit holders who fail to display their placard pay $25 to $100. Refusing to present identification card to enforcement officer results in $250 to $500 fines.
- Placards can be confiscated by law enforcement for unauthorized use.
- The placard must be hung from the rearview mirror or displayed on the dashboard when parked. Remove when driving.
- Applications are processed by the Disability and Communication Access Board (DCAB) and county issuing sites.
Documents You’ll Need
To apply for, replace, or renew a Hawaii disability parking placard, the required documents vary slightly depending on your situation. Here's a breakdown:
New Temporary or Long Term Placard
To apply for a new disability parking placard in Hawaii, you'll need:
- Form PA-3, with physician or APRN completing Side 2
- A copy of your valid ID
- Submit to county issuing site (in person or by mail)
- Physician/APRN signature is valid for 60 days (temporary placard) or 180 days (long term placard)
Online Doctor's Certification
If applying through a telehealth service like ParkingMD, you can get your evaluation done completely online. You'll receive:
- A signed medical certification (Form PA-3) delivered to you via email within 24-48 hours, ready for county submission
Lost or Stolen Placard Replacement
If your placard is lost, stolen, or confiscated, you'll need to provide:
- Form PA-3 (complete Side 1 only)
- A copy of your valid ID
- Submit to county issuing site
- No medical certification required if your current permit is still valid
- Mutilated placards can be replaced at no charge when submitted to county issuing site
Note:
You may apply for a second temporary placard with the same expiration date as the first. Applications take 3-4 weeks to process. If the placard recipient is unable to be present, appropriate arrangements can be made through the county issuing site.
Permanent Placards
- Expire every 6 years.
- Renewal requires Form PA-3 with physician/APRN certification (Side 2).
- Submit by mail only to: DCAB, P.O. Box 3377, Honolulu, HI 96801.
- You may apply up to 60 days before expiration.
Temporary Placards
- Valid for up to 6 months.
- Renewal requires Form PA-3 with physician/APRN certification.
- Submit to county issuing site.
Replacing a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Placard
- Complete Form PA-3 (Side 1 only).
- Provide a copy of your valid ID.
- Submit to county issuing site.
- No medical certification required if your current permit is still valid.
- Mutilated placards replaced at no charge; lost/stolen/confiscated placards have a replacement process.
Turnaround Time
Applications typically take 3-4 weeks to process. Contact your county issuing site or DCAB for specific processing times.
Hawaii Disability Parking Laws
- Qualifying conditions: Must have a mobility disability that prevents walking 200 feet without stopping to rest or requires the use of a mobility aid device (such as wheelchair, cane, crutch, walker, or other assistive device).
- A physician or APRN with a Hawaii medical license must certify your condition on Form PA-3.
- Temporary placards (red) are valid for up to 6 months.
- Long term placards (blue) are valid for 6 years.
- Disabled Paid Parking Exemption Permits (DPPEP) (green) are available for those with valid driver’s licenses who cannot reach or operate parking meters due to disability. Valid for same duration as their placard.
- Parking violations result in fines of $250 to $500. Valid permit holders who fail to display their placard pay $25 to $100. Refusing to present identification card to enforcement officer results in $250 to $500 fines.
- Placards can be confiscated by law enforcement for unauthorized use.
- The placard must be hung from the rearview mirror or displayed on the dashboard when parked. Remove when driving.
- Applications are processed by the Disability and Communication Access Board (DCAB) and county issuing sites.
Documents You’ll Need
To apply for, replace, or renew a Hawaii disability parking placard, the required documents vary slightly depending on your situation. Here’s a breakdown:
New Temporary or Long Term Placard
To apply for a new disability parking placard in Hawaii, you’ll need:
- Form PA-3, with physician or APRN completing Side 2
- A copy of your valid ID
- Submit to county issuing site (in person or by mail)
- Physician/APRN signature is valid for 60 days (temporary placard) or 180 days (long term placard)
Online Doctor’s Certification
If applying through a telehealth service like ParkingMD, you can get your evaluation done completely online. You’ll receive:
- A signed medical certification (Form PA-3) delivered to you via email within 24-48 hours, ready for county submission
Lost or Stolen Placard Replacement
If your placard is lost, stolen, or confiscated, you’ll need to provide:
- Form PA-3 (complete Side 1 only)
- A copy of your valid ID
- Submit to county issuing site
- No medical certification required if your current permit is still valid
- Mutilated placards can be replaced at no charge when submitted to county issuing site
Note:
You may apply for a second temporary placard with the same expiration date as the first. Applications take 3-4 weeks to process. If the placard recipient is unable to be present, appropriate arrangements can be made through the county issuing site.
Permanent Placards
- Expire every 6 years.
- Renewal requires Form PA-3 with physician/APRN certification (Side 2).
- Submit by mail only to: DCAB, P.O. Box 3377, Honolulu, HI 96801.
- You may apply up to 60 days before expiration.
Temporary Placards
- Valid for up to 6 months.
- Renewal requires Form PA-3 with physician/APRN certification.
- Submit to county issuing site.
Replacing a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Placard
- Complete Form PA-3 (Side 1 only).
- Provide a copy of your valid ID.
- Submit to county issuing site.
- No medical certification required if your current permit is still valid.
- Mutilated placards replaced at no charge; lost/stolen/confiscated placards have a replacement process.
Turnaround Time
Applications typically take 3-4 weeks to process. Contact your county issuing site or DCAB for specific processing times.
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FAQs
How do I apply for a disability parking permit online in Hawaii?
To apply through an online service like ParkingMD, start by completing a quick evaluation with a licensed healthcare provider from the comfort of your home. If you're approved, your signed medical certification (Form PA-3) will be delivered to you via email within 24-48 hours. Once you receive the form, submit it along with a copy of your valid ID to your county issuing site to receive your disability parking placard.
What are the parking rules and regulations for disability placards in Hawaii?
Your Hawaii disability placard must be hung from the rearview mirror or displayed on the dashboard when parked, and removed when driving. The placard is only valid when the person with the disability is present in the vehicle as either the driver or passenger. With a Disabled Paid Parking Exemption Permit (DPPEP), you can park in metered spaces without payment for the first 2.5 hours. It's illegal to use someone else's placard, violations result in fines of $250 to $500, and placards can be confiscated by law enforcement.
Can out-of-state visitors use their disability placards in Hawaii?
Yes, Hawaii recognizes valid disability placards and license plates issued by authorities of other U.S. states and countries. Visitors can use their existing placard to access accessible parking spaces while in Hawaii. Just make sure it's clearly displayed and up-to-date. All parking fees apply.
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