Restricted Parking Zone (RPZ) Permit Discount

The Restricted Parking Zone Program was created to help ease parking congestion in residential neighborhoods. Permits generally cost $95. Income-eligible vehicle owners can receive a restricted parking zone permit for $10. This is a one-time savings of $85, rather than a monthly savings.

Use this map for guidance on if your address is eligible for an RPZ permit.

Permit Conditions of Use

How much can I save with this program?

With this program, you can expect to save an average of $43.00 annually.

You are eligible for the low-income reduced permit fee if you can prove your enrollment in any of the following government assistance programs:

• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance card (formerly food stamps)
• Energy assistance from Seattle City Light or Puget Sound Energy
• Rental assistance from Seattle Housing Authority (Section 8) or copy of rental agreement in SHA property
• Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) check or stub
• Lease/rental agreement from Plymouth Housing, CHHIP, or other low-income housing providers
• Proof of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - NOT regular Social Security income
• Issuance of King County Metro Transit Low-Income Fare Card (ORCA LIFT)
• Provider One or Apple Health card
• Aged, Blind, or Disabled Cash Assistance Program (ABD) documentation
• Housing and Essential Needs Program (HEN) documentation
• Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) documentation

You can apply online, by email, by mail, or in-person:

• Apply online (You will need to register, or log into the portal if you already have an account in order to access the application. See resources for using the portal in the Learn More section of this page.)
• Download application

Email:

rpzinfo@seattle.gov

Mail:

Seattle Department of Transportation
Traffic and Parking Permits
PO Box 34996 Seattle, WA 98124-4996

In Person:

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 5th Ave., 4th Floor Kiosk
Seattle, WA 98104

Call or Schedule an Appointment ((206) 684-5086): Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except holidays
Walk-in Hours: Monday - Friday, 10:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., except holidays

What to have ready to apply:

• Current proof of residency showing your name and address, dated within the last 30 days
• A copy of your current Washington State Vehicle Registration
• Learn more about how to get a permit here: http://www.seattle.gov/transportation/permits-and-services/permits/parking-permits/rpz-permits/how-to-get-a-permit
• Proof of enrollment in one of the programs listed in the eligibility section above

About the Restricted Parking Zone Program

• RPZ Permits
• Frequently Asked Questions
• RPZ Permit Types and Fees
• Permit Expiration Dates
• RPZ Paper Applications
• Creating and Expanding RPZs
• Current and Past RPZ Changes

Using the Seattle Services Portal

• Using the Seattle Services Portal
• Permits - Parking & Truck

Phone: (206) 684-5086

Email: rpzinfo@seattle.gov