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Disability Parking in Illinois:
Everything You Need to Know
Illinois Disability Parking Laws
- Qualifying conditions: inability to walk 200 feet without stopping to rest; assistance from another person, prosthetic device, wheelchair, or other assistive device; lung disease; use of portable oxygen; cardiac condition classified as Class III or Class IV; severe limitation in walking ability due to arthritic, neurological, or orthopedic condition; or legal blindness/significant vision or hearing impairment.
- A licensed physician, advanced practice nurse, physician assistant, optometrist, or chiropractor must certify your condition on Form VSD 62.
- Meter-exempt permanent placards (yellow and gray striped) are valid for 4 years. Exempts holders from parking meter fees and time limitations at meters exceeding 30 minutes statewide.
- Non meter-exempt permanent placards (blue) are valid for 4 years. Allows parking in designated disability spaces but does NOT exempt from meter fees.
- Temporary placards (red) are valid for up to 6 months.
- Organizational placards (green) are valid for 4 years for organizations that transport persons with disabilities free of charge.
- Parking in disability space without valid placard: fine up to $350. Unauthorized use: $600 fine and license suspension/revocation possible. Class A misdemeanors for fraudulent use can result in fines up to $2,500 and 1-year license suspension.
- Placards and plates are NOT transferable. Authorized holder must be present and enter or exit vehicle.
- Limit of one placard per person.
- Applications must be submitted to Illinois Secretary of State.
Documents You’ll Need
To apply for, replace, or renew an Illinois disability parking placard, the required documents vary slightly depending on your situation. Here's a breakdown:
New Permanent or Temporary Placard
To apply for a new disability parking placard in Illinois, you'll need:
- Form VSD 62 (Persons with Disabilities Certification for Parking Placard/License Plates), with Part 3 completed by a licensed doctor
- Part 4 must be completed for meter-exempt parking certification (requires valid Illinois driver's license)
- Valid Illinois driver's license or ID card
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 VSD 62) delivered to you via email within 24-48 hours, ready for Secretary of State submission
Lost or Stolen Placard Replacement
If your placard is lost, stolen, or damaged, you'll need to provide:
- Form VSD 415 (replacement form)
- Submit to Secretary of State facility or mail to Springfield office
- Medical certification not required if current permit is still valid
Note:
If you are a caretaker for a person with disabilities, complete Part 2 of Form VSD 62 to use the placard when transporting the person with disabilities. The person with the disability must exit and enter the vehicle when parked in disability or metered spaces.
Permanent Placards
- Expire every 4 years.
- Renewal follows same process as initial application: complete Form VSD 62 with physician certification & submit by mail to Illinois Secretary of State office
Temporary Placards
- Valid for up to 6 months as specified by physician.
- May be submitted to any Secretary of State facility or mailed to Springfield office.
Replacing a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Placard
- Complete Application for Replacement Disability Parking Placard (VSD 415)
- Submit to any Secretary of State facility or mail to Springfield office.
- Medical certification not required if current permit is still valid.
Turnaround Time
Permanent placards processed through Springfield office typically take about 45-60 days. Temporary placards may be processed same-day at Secretary of State facilities. Contact the Persons with Disabilities Placard Unit for specific processing times.
New Law: Expectant Mother Temporary Parking Permits
What's New (HB 3027)
- Effective Date: January 1, 2022
- The Illinois General Assembly passed HB 3027, signed by Governor J.B. Pritzker in August 2021, which allows the Secretary of State to provide temporary disability parking decals to expectant mothers during their third trimester.
Permit Details
- Permit Type: Temporary disabled parking placard (Red, same as standard temporary disability placards)
- Validity Period: Up to 90 days, with the expiration date clearly displayed on the decal
- Application Fee: Free
How to Apply
- Submit Form VSD 62 ("Disabilities Certification for Parking Placard"), completed and signed by a licensed physician who must write "pregnancy" in the diagnosis field and mark "temporary" disability for 90 days
- Provide adequate documentation proving you have entered the third trimester and submit to any Secretary of State Driver Services facility (processing time approximately 20 business days)
Additional Details
- The placard must be hung from the vehicle's rearview mirror when parked in accessible (disabled) parking spaces
- Applicants must have a valid Illinois driver's license; the temporary decal is recognized and honored by all local authorities throughout Illinois
Illinois Disability Parking Laws
- Qualifying conditions: inability to walk 200 feet without stopping to rest; assistance from another person, prosthetic device, wheelchair, or other assistive device; lung disease; use of portable oxygen; cardiac condition classified as Class III or Class IV; severe limitation in walking ability due to arthritic, neurological, or orthopedic condition; or legal blindness/significant vision or hearing impairment.
- A licensed physician, advanced practice nurse, physician assistant, optometrist, or chiropractor must certify your condition on Form VSD 62.
- Meter-exempt permanent placards (yellow and gray striped) are valid for 4 years. Exempts holders from parking meter fees and time limitations at meters exceeding 30 minutes statewide.
- Non meter-exempt permanent placards (blue) are valid for 4 years. Allows parking in designated disability spaces but does NOT exempt from meter fees.
- Temporary placards (red) are valid for up to 6 months.
- Organizational placards (green) are valid for 4 years for organizations that transport persons with disabilities free of charge.
- Parking in disability space without valid placard: fine up to $350. Unauthorized use: $600 fine and license suspension/revocation possible. Class A misdemeanors for fraudulent use can result in fines up to $2,500 and 1-year license suspension.
- Placards and plates are NOT transferable. Authorized holder must be present and enter or exit vehicle.
- Limit of one placard per person.
- Applications must be submitted to Illinois Secretary of State.
Documents You’ll Need
To apply for, replace, or renew an Illinois disability parking placard, the required documents vary slightly depending on your situation. Here’s a breakdown:
New Permanent or Temporary Placard
To apply for a new disability parking placard in Illinois, you’ll need:
- Form VSD 62 (Persons with Disabilities Certification for Parking Placard/License Plates), with Part 3 completed by a licensed doctor
- Part 4 must be completed for meter-exempt parking certification (requires valid Illinois driver’s license)
- Valid Illinois driver’s license or ID card
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 VSD 62) delivered to you via email within 24-48 hours, ready for Secretary of State submission
Lost or Stolen Placard Replacement
If your placard is lost, stolen, or damaged, you’ll need to provide:
- Form VSD 415 (replacement form)
- Submit to Secretary of State facility or mail to Springfield office
- Medical certification not required if current permit is still valid
Note:
If you are a caretaker for a person with disabilities, complete Part 2 of Form VSD 62 to use the placard when transporting the person with disabilities. The person with the disability must exit and enter the vehicle when parked in disability or metered spaces.
Permanent Placards
- Expire every 4 years.
- Renewal follows same process as initial application: complete Form VSD 62 with physician certification & submit by mail to Illinois Secretary of State office
Temporary Placards
- Valid for up to 6 months as specified by physician.
- May be submitted to any Secretary of State facility or mailed to Springfield office.
Replacing a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Placard
- Complete Application for Replacement Disability Parking Placard (VSD 415)
- Submit to any Secretary of State facility or mail to Springfield office.
- Medical certification not required if current permit is still valid.
Turnaround Time
Permanent placards processed through Springfield office typically take about 45-60 days. Temporary placards may be processed same-day at Secretary of State facilities. Contact the Persons with Disabilities Placard Unit for specific processing times.
New Law: Expectant Mother Temporary Parking Permits
What’s New (HB 3027)
- Effective Date: January 1, 2022
- The Illinois General Assembly passed HB 3027, signed by Governor J.B. Pritzker in August 2021, which allows the Secretary of State to provide temporary disability parking decals to expectant mothers during their third trimester.
Permit Details
- Permit Type: Temporary disabled parking placard (Red, same as standard temporary disability placards)
- Validity Period: Up to 90 days, with the expiration date clearly displayed on the decal
- Application Fee: Free
How to Apply
- Submit Form VSD 62 (“Disabilities Certification for Parking Placard”), completed and signed by a licensed physician who must write “pregnancy” in the diagnosis field and mark “temporary” disability for 90 days
- Provide adequate documentation proving you have entered the third trimester and submit to any Secretary of State Driver Services facility (processing time approximately 20 business days)
Additional Details
- The placard must be hung from the vehicle’s rearview mirror when parked in accessible (disabled) parking spaces
- Applicants must have a valid Illinois driver’s license; the temporary decal is recognized and honored by all local authorities throughout Illinois
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FAQs
How do I apply for a disability parking permit online in Illinois?
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 VSD 62) will be delivered to you via email within 24-48 hours. For a permanent placard, mail the completed form to: Secretary of State, Persons with Disabilities Placard Unit. For a temporary placard, you may take the form to any Secretary of State facility and receive a temporary disability parking placard the same day.
Can out-of-state visitors use their disability placards in Illinois?
Yes, Illinois recognizes valid disability placards and license plates issued by most other U.S. states and some foreign countries. Visitors can use their existing placard to access accessible parking spaces while in Illinois. Just make sure it's clearly displayed and up-to-date. However, meter-exempt privileges may vary, so check with local authorities about parking meter regulations.
What are the parking rules and regulations for disability placards in Illinois?
Your Illinois disability placard must hang from the rearview mirror or be displayed on the dashboard when parked, and removed when driving. The placard is only valid when the authorized holder is present and enters or exits the vehicle. Meter-exempt placards (yellow/gray) allow free parking at meters exceeding 30 minutes; non meter-exempt placards (blue) require payment at meters.
Parking placards and plates are NOT transferable and cannot be duplicated. Violations result in fines up to $350 for illegal parking, $600 and license suspension for unauthorized use, and up to $2,500 with license revocation for fraudulent use.
How does Illinois’s expectant mother parking permit work?
Illinois offers pregnant women in their third trimester a temporary parking placard (effective January 1, 2022). With a doctor's certification on Form VSD 62 and no fee, expectant mothers can get a red placard valid for up to 90 days, allowing them to use accessible parking spaces during their final three months of pregnancy.
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