In an effort to increase parking opportunities for shoppers, meter parking will be enforced on holidays during which there is normal retail activity. There are nine (9) days a year on which we only enforce parking regulations that affect safety and traffic flow. No meters or residential parking time limits
Ticket Information
The Philadelphia Parking Authority offers four ways to pay parking tickets so that you can choose the method that is most convenient for you.
To learn more about parking violations, visit our Laws and Enforcement page.
Motorcycle & Scooter Parking
As motorcycles and scooters add to the diverse transportation system in Philadelphia, the PPA will continue working to provide sufficient access and safety for all commuters. Please see below for additional details on parking your scooter or motorcycle in Philadelphia.
Virtual Permits:
The PPA offers virtual permits for scooter and
Contractor Parking Permit
A Contractor Parking Permit is only used to perform a contractor service. This program was established to enable licensed contractors to access their vehicles during the workday to retrieve materials and tools.
Contractor vehicles may park in metered and timed parking zones without limit.
Apply for a Contractor Parking Permit
You
Parking for People With Disabilities
The PPA administers a program which establishes reserved parking zones at the residences of people with disabilities.
Apply for a Disabled Persons Parking Sign
Mail your completed form to:
Philadelphia Parking Authority
Attn: Reserved Residential Parking for People with Disabilities
701 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
If you have any questions or to
Residential Parking Permits
Residents in eligible areas can purchase parking permits that exempt them from meter and time limit restrictions on posted blocks. These permits assist residents in finding parking spaces near their homes, enhancing the quality of life in residential areas with insufficient on-street parking – such as those that
Permit Information
The Philadelphia Parking Authority is dedicated to accommodating the particular parking needs and uses of the city’s business and residential areas.
We administer several parking permit programs that address specific local needs and maximize parking opportunities – thus improving quality of life for all of us who live, work and
This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:
Password:
In order to reclaim an impounded vehicle, you must pay for all outstanding tickets as well as tow and storage fees.
You may make payment in full at the following locations:
Parking Violations Branch
913 Filbert Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Weekdays
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday
Lot 10
6 E. Oregon Avenue
Philadelphia,
The Philadelphia Parking Authority plays a crucial role in enhancing public safety and quality of life in Philadelphia’s neighborhoods — and our Mobility Access Initiative will emphasize the importance of parking safely and responsibly. Our city streets bustle with activity, serving as an ecosystem for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Yet,