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Disability Parking in New York:
Everything You Need to Know

• New York Disability Parking Laws

  • Qualifying conditions include use of portable oxygen, legal blindness, limited or no use of legs, inability to walk 200 feet without stopping, neuromuscular dysfunction, Class III or IV cardiac condition, severe limitation in walking due to arthritic, neurological, orthopedic condition, lung disease with forced expiratory volume less than 1 liter, or other equal disability.
  • A medical doctor, doctor of osteopathy, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, doctor of podiatric medicine (foot disabilities only), or optometrist (blindness only) must certify your condition on Form MV-664.1.
  • Permanent permits are valid for up to 5 years and expire the last day of the month.
  • Temporary permits are valid for up to 6 months.
  • Making false statements is a misdemeanor punishable by fines from $250 to $1,000 and possible imprisonment.
  • Illegally parking in reserved spaces: $50-$75 first offense, $75-$150 second offense within two years. Municipalities can impose higher fines.
  • Disability parking permits are assigned to individuals, not vehicles. Misuse may result in revocation.
  • Handicap permits do not exempt from parking fees unless locality adopts ordinance.

• Documents You’ll Need

  To apply for, replace, or renew a New York disability parking placard or license plates, here's what you need:

  New Permanent Permit

  To apply for a new disability parking permit in New York, you'll need:

  • Form MV-664.1, completed and signed by applicant and medical professional
  • Apply to local city, town, or village clerk
  • If you have NYS driver's license or non-driver ID, show it to issuing agent

  New Temporary Permit

  To apply for a temporary permit (6 months), you'll need:

  • Form MV-664.1, completed and signed by medical doctor or doctor of osteopathy only
  • Apply to local city, town, or village issuing agent

  New Disability License Plates

  To apply for disability license plates in New York (permanent disability only), you'll need:

  • Form MV-664.1, completed and signed by medical professional
  • Vehicle must be registered to person with disability
  • Apply at any NYS motor vehicle office
  • Form MV-82 (Vehicle Registration/Title Application)
  • Current NY plates (if exchanging)

  Online Doctor's Certification

  If applying through a telehealth service like ParkingMD, you can get your evaluation done completely online. You can skip the DMV wait in New York by completing the medical certification step from home. You'll receive:

  • A completed Form MV-664.1 signed by your medical professional, delivered to you via email within 24-48 hours, ready for submission

  Lost or Stolen Permit Replacement

  If your permit is lost or stolen:

  • Report loss/theft to local issuing agent immediately
  • Contact local issuing agent for replacement procedures

• Permanent Placards

  • Valid for up to 5 years, expire last day of month.
  • Renewal procedures vary by locality. Contact local issuing agent.

  Permanent placard holders may also qualify for the America the Beautiful Access Pass — a free lifetime pass for entry to over 2,000 national parks and federal recreation sites.

  Temporary Permits

  • Valid for up to 6 months.
  • Must obtain new medical certification to apply for another temporary permit after expiration.

  License Plates

  • No additional fee for renewing vehicle registration with disability plates beyond normal renewal fees.
  • No proof of disability required at renewal.

  Replacing a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Permit

  • Contact local city, town, or village issuing agent for replacement procedures. Process varies by locality.

  Turnaround Time

  Processing time varies by local municipality for New York State permits. Most localities process handicap permits within 2-4 weeks. It is recommended to apply at least 4 weeks prior to expiration to ensure processing is complete before your current permit expires.