Persons with disabilities may request signage for a disability parking space for the block on which their home is located. However, this space would not be reserved for the exclusive use of the resident who requests it--it could be used by any driver with a DMV-issued disabled license plate or placard.

Looking to recertify your disability parking space using our new online form? Click here!

Please read Section 5-8-117 of the City Code prior to applying for a disability parking space.

Requests must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Located in front of a single-family, duplex, or townhouse residence
• There is no off-street parking (e.g., driveway or garage) at the applicant’s residence
• There is no other reserved disability space on the same side of the same block
• There is a legal public parking space in front of the applicant's address
• The applicant's disability must be long-term (longer than 6 months)

If the minimum requirements are met, an applicant may submit an application for a disability parking space online here (or with our paper form here and submit to Max Devilliers by email at max.devilliers@alexandriava.gov).

The following documentation must be submitted along with the application:

• A valid Virginia DMV-issued disabled parking license plate or placard
• A valid vehicle registration proving the applicant resides at the address in front of the space that is requested
• Medical certification submitted to the Virginia DMV
• A doctor’s letter certifying the disability

1. Complete this form here and submit it with all required documentation.  
2. Staff will review the application to ensure it is complete.  Complete applications will be processed within 30 days.  Applicants will be notified if additional information is required.
3. Staff will notify the applicant in writing whether the request has been approved or denied.  If approved, the signs will be installed within 2 weeks.
4. Applicants are required to recertify annually to keep the reserved space in front of their residence.   

The City of Alexandria requires that everyone with a disability parking space re-certify each year whether he or she still needs the space, and if so, continues to meet the eligibility criteria of the program. The City also requires that everyone who received a Block Face Limit Waiver re-apply each year for the waiver.

On October 1 of each year, the City will reach out directly to residents who are actively using a disability parking space on a residential street that they have applied for in the past. To re-certify, the resident must then submit by November 1 all four of the following:

• The completed recertification form
• The Block Face Limit Waiver reapplication
• A photo or copy of their valid, nonexpired Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) disability parking license plate or placard
• A photo or copy of their valid, nonexpired Vehicle Registration matching the name and street address on the recertification form

Once submitted and reviewed, the City will then reach back to out to each resident to confirm whether or not the recertification was approved with next steps, if applicable.
 

• City Code 5-8-117 – Establishment of parking spaces for persons with a disability
• VA Department of Motor Vehicles – Parking Placards and Plates for Virginians with Disabilities