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Resident Parking Permit

Last updated: 24 Jun 2026 7:26am

If you live in the Inner-City Residential Zone (as zoned in the 2GP) in a residential unit with no off-street parking, you may be eligible for the Resident Parking Permit.

The Resident Parking Permit is allocated on a first-come first-served basis, at a maximum rate of one permit per residential unit. All permits are available to be re-allocated each year.

Resident Parking Permit fees

2026/27 (GST Inclusive)
Residents’ Parking
Replacement Permit  $12.12
Residents' parking permit (applied 1 January 2027 to 30 June 2027) up to 6 months $122.38
Residents' parking permit (applied 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027) up to 12 months $244.55
Residents’ parking permit (annually) $244.55
Refund if you move on during the year -$60.10

Before you apply

Before you apply, check to see if you meet the eligibility criteria and make sure you are aware of the conditions associated with this permit.

Eligibility for the Resident Parking Permit

An applicant must:

  • Reside in the Inner-City Residential Zone of the Partially Operative Dunedin City Second Generation District Plan (2GP), 19 August 2024.
  • Live in a lawfully established ‘residential unit’.
    • ‘Residential unit’ means any building, or part of a building, that is capable of being used as a self-contained residence with sleeping, cooking, bathing, and toilet facilities.
  • Own the motor vehicle to which the permit will apply (see below for proof of ownership information requirements).
    • Motor vehicle must be within the standard vehicle dimensions set in the Partially Operative Dunedin City Second Generation District Plan (2GP), 19 August 2024 (no larger than 4.9m x 1.77m).
  • Live at a property that has no off-street parking of any kind (e.g., garages, driveways, and carports).
    • Permits are allocated based on the residence's available off-street parking no matter how this is used. In most instances, a vehicle entrance has been installed to support off-street parking, which reduces available parking on the street.
    • No application will be approved where there is a garage, car port, or other off-street parking.
  • If there is more than one residential unit on a site, parking is calculated per residential unit. E.g., If there are three residential units and two off-street parking spaces on a site, the three residential units may be eligible for one Resident Parking Permit.

Conditions of the Resident Parking Permit

Permit period

Permits are valid for a maximum of 12 months between 1 July and 30 June. Applications are processed for each new permit year from 1 June.

Annual permits expire on 30 June each calendar year. Applications must be made each year for a new permit. There are no automatic renewals.

There are three permit timeframes: Annual (1 July – 30 June), 6-months July (1 July – 31 December) and 6-months January (1 January – 30 June).

Fees conditions

Payment must be made within 10 working days of the invoice being issued. A permit is only issued once payment is received. If not paid within this time, the application will be cancelled, and the offered space will be available for reallocation. Do not send in the fee with the application.

Replacement permits

If you have sold or disposed of the vehicle your permit covers, you will need to apply for a replacement permit. A replacement permit will be issued for a fee. The old permit (or even part of the old permit) must be retained and presented to DCC Customer Services in the Civic Centre to receive a replacement.

Refunds

If you move accommodation during the year, you can apply for a partial refund up to 31 March. Please allow up to 10 working days to process.

If you are applying for a refund you must apply in writing to the Transport Department or via email transport@dcc.govt.nz. Please provide us with your full name, address, vehicle details and permit number, and we require a bank deposit slip or bank statement that shows your bank, your name and account number. We also ask that you return the old permit (or even part of the old permit) to DCC Customer Services in the Civic Centre before a refund can be issued.

General

Resident Parking Permits:

  • Cannot be transferred to another individual or vehicle.
  • Are not to be used for business purposes.
  • Are only valid in the resident parking spaces specified.
  • Do not provide you with an exemption from parking statute or bylaws.
  • Do not authorise you to arrange for other vehicles to be towed.

Motor vehicles must be registered, licensed, and warranted; a permit does not exempt you from that responsibility.

A site inspection and investigation may be undertaken by a DCC staff member prior to approving a permit. If an on-site inspection is required, this will be arranged with the applicant. We may consult with other DCC departments to verify any information you have provided.

An application does not guarantee an allocation and permit approval is not guaranteed.

Display of parking permits

Permits are to be displayed on the rear window in the bottom right corner. A vehicle may not park in a residential parking area if a permit is not displayed or is incorrectly displayed.

Proof of residency

Homeowners - a computer-generated bill or statement that is not more than two months old and clearly shows your name and full residential address.

Note: Rates statements are considered proof of ownership, but not residency and are therefore not accepted.

Tenants - if you are a tenant, you must provide confirmation of your residency. This must be either a current signed copy of your tenancy agreement (it must have your name listed), or a recent letter from the property owner or agent.

Proof of vehicle ownership

The vehicle must be registered to you at your place of residence. If it is not, please complete a change of address form (MR28) available at NZ Post outlets, or online at https://transact.nzta.govt.nz/transactions/ChangeOfAddress/entry.

Note: You must send an official document which includes your name, address, and car registration. This can be requested from NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). If you do not own the vehicle (company, leased or family vehicle etc.) please provide a letter or lease agreement from the owner authorising your use.

How to apply

To apply for this permit, fill out the application for a Resident Parking Permit.

You must provide both proof of residency and proof of vehicle ownership. If the vehicle does not belong to you, a letter or lease agreement from the registered owner is required confirming their permission for your use of the vehicle.

Do not send the fee with your application.

Submit your application to the Dunedin City Council (DCC):

OnlineUsing the online form
Emailtransport@dcc.govt.nz
PostResident Parking Permits, Transport Department, Dunedin City Council, PO Box 5045, Dunedin 9054
In personGround floor of the Civic Centre, 50 The Otagon, Dunedin
Apply for a Resident Parking Permit
Resident Parking Permit application form
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After you have submitted your application

DCC staff will assess your application.

If an on-site inspection is required, we will arrange this with you.

You will be notified by the Transport Regulation Team on the outcome of your application. If approved, a letter will be provided with information and an invoice for the permit fee. You need to pay the fee within 10 working days of the invoice being issued. A permit is only issued once payment is received. Fees may be reviewed annually.

If not paid within the 10 working days, your application will be cancelled, and the permit may be allocated to another applicant.
Once payment for the permit has been received, we will post your permit to the address you supplied in your application, or let you know that your permit is ready to be picked up (this will depend on what is specified on the application form).

Once you have received your permit, this is to be displayed on the rear window in the bottom right corner. A permit is invalid if it is not displayed correctly.

Follow all parking regulations and bylaws.

We reserve the right to cancel your permit if you fail to comply with the conditions of use.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

  • If a resident parking space isn't being used, what will happen to it?

    If resident parking spaces have been unallocated for more than 12 months, we may change the parking restriction so it can be better utilised.

  • What if I have more than one vehicle?

    The Resident Parking Permit is aimed at assisting residents with no off-street parking who live in the Inner-City Residential Zone. The permit is not intended to provide for all a household’s potential parking needs. We will not allocate additional permits for multiple vehicles.

  • What if my garage is too small for my vehicle, or used for a different purpose?

    While we appreciate some garages may not fit all vehicle types, a garage is a type of off-street park. To have access to a garage, a drop in the kerb is required outside the property, which removes an available on-street parking space. We will not approve an application where a property has a garage, even if the garage is too small for your vehicle, or if the garage is used for purposes other than storing vehicles.

  • What if my landlord is using the garage?

    We encourage potential tenants to check the availability of parking before moving into a residence. While we appreciate that sometimes garages can have other purposes than storing vehicles, unfortunately, a garage and the required dropped kerb vehicle entrance removes an available on-street parking space. We will not approve an application where a property has a garage, carport or other off-street parking space.

  • My neighbour has a garage but also has a resident parking permit, why can't I have one?

    Previously, there were some exceptions made for Resident Parking Permits. Exceptions are no longer being made for properties that have off-street parking space available.

  • Why is it only the Inner-City Residential Zone?

    This is typically the area with the most significant parking pressure for residents. To help ensure there is fair allocation of parking, we have nominated some specific locations for resident only parking.

  • The parking spaces aren't being used, why has my application been declined? 

    If your application has been declined, then you do not meet our criteria. Check below to see if any of these apply to you:

    • Do you have a garage or an off-street parking space?
    • Does someone else in your residence already have a parking permit?
    • Do you live outside the Inner-City Residential Zone?

  • The existing resident parking areas are too far away from my house, can you move them?

    Resident parking areas are designed to serve a zone/street, not individual properties. This means we do not move resident parking spaces to suit individuals.

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