Parking Permits & Licenses

Parking Enforcement and Management

Oak Cliff Municipal Center
320 E. Jefferson, Room 212, Dallas, TX 75203
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Residential Parking Permits 

Resident Parking Only (RPO)

Residential parking only (RPO) permits are used in specific zones to restrict on-street parking during certain hours and days and allows only those vehicles displaying a parking permit (rear view mirror hang tag) to park within the zone. Any vehicle parked in the zone without a permit, during restricted hours and days, can be ticketed, towed, or immobilized.

General Information:

  • To qualify for a permit, an individual must show proof that they live or own a business in the zone which has been designated as RPO.
  • Applicants are required to provide a copy of their driver's license with current address, recent utility bill or lease agreement, and copy of current vehicle insurance during the application process. 
  • Before issuing a RPO permit, the City will investigate to reveal any unresolved parking violations. All parking violations must be resolved before a permit can be issued.
  • Effective October 1, 2024, hang tags will cost $20 per year for all RPO zones.
  • Each resident or business  in an RPO area can purchase a maximum of six hang tags. 
  • Any vehicle parked in a designated zone during the effective hours (including vehicles with handicapped parking tag or license) must display the RPO hang tag or be in violation. 

To learn more about the RPO program, click here to review the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


Meter Hooding, Meter Removal, and Restricted Parking

An Application for Parking Meter Reservation is required from each company/organization prior to meter hooding, temporary removals, or restricted parking (including temporary "No Parking" signs) for specific purposes.

  • All requests must be received at least 2 business days prior to hooding time
  • Meter Hooding Reservations are for temporary special events such as parades, festivals, etc. 
    • Some hooding requests may require a permit from the Office of Special Events.(Sec 42A)
    • Events requiring valet parking MUST be approved through the Valet Parking Services process before meters can be reserved for hooding (Sec 43-126.3-14).
  • Hooding Permits are NOT intended to reserve parking for personal use.
  • Hooding Permits DO NOT override parking ban restrictions.
  • Permit extensions shall require a new application and are not necessarily guaranteed for approval.
  • Utility companies and/or contractors performing repair or other work for city, county, state, or federal agencies who wish to have fees waived must follow Sec 28-114.12 Parking Meter Hooding and Temporary Removal Fees; Exceptions and be approved. Fee waivers will apply only to projects that can be entirely completed in 30 days or less.

The Application for Parking Meter Reservation can be submitted by fax, mail, email or in person. Email submittals must be sent to designated email: TRNParkingServices@dallas.gov.

***For Meter Hooding/Removals Only*** If you would like to pay with credit card, you may call our contractor, SP+, at 214-748-1293. You may not pay for any other transactions, include citation payments, with SP+.


(Rates effective Oct. 1, 2024.)


Fair Park Parking License

***Beginning Spring 2023 all permitting processes associated with the FPPL will be a joint effort with the Office of Special Events (OSE) and the Department of Transportation & Public Works - Parking Management & Enforcement***

Changes include:

  • All applications must be submitted using OSE's Eproval electronic application system.
    • Paper applications are no longer accepted
  • Supporting documentation must be uploaded to the electronic application before processing can begin
  • Payments will be processed by OSE online and in-person once application has been approved
  • Signs with permit number and attendant name tags will be picked up at OSE at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, 725 S. Akard St, Dallas, TX 75201 (map).
    • No more application submittals, payment acceptance, and/or supplies provided at Oak Cliff Municipal Center
  • Pickup dates and times for supplies are Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm, beginning May 2, 2023
  • Expedited processing for repeat license holders is no longer available.

This License is a specialized license that authorizes parking within the designated area outside the Fair Park grounds as provided for in Dallas City Code Ch. 32-21 to 32-28.3 for the State Fair of Texas or other special events as designated by City Council.

How do I apply for a license?
To successfully apply for a Fair Park Parking License, three (3) items are needed: a completed application, current government issued photo ID, and documents showing evidence of ownership or permission by owner.

They .

1. Application must be submitted to the Office of Special Events (click here).

*You will need to submit one application for each license needed

2. Upload all supporting documentation to the Eproval system, which includes:

Picture ID:   Current driver's license                         OR

                         Current passport                                          OR

                             Current government issued identification card

*Temporary paper renewals will not be accepted

AND

3. Documents of ownership/right to use:
Owner:  Property tax records with your name on them         OR
                   Deed or title of property with your name on it         OR
                   Recent utility bill in your name with address on it   OR
                   Closing Statement showing you as owner if you recently purchased the property and tax records are not updated yet        OR
                   (business owners only) Current Certificate of Filing from Office of the Secretary of State showing owner's name

        Non-owner:   Recently notarized Permission of Land Use form with owner's signature                       AND

                          Lease and/or utility bill with requestor name at current address (if applicable)           OR
                          (business owners only) Current Certificate of Filing from Office of the Secretary of State showing owner's name

General Information

How many licenses do I need?
You will need a license for:

  • Each address associated per lot, e.g. you have 3 lots that have 5 addresses associated with them. You will need 5 licenses                  AND/OR
  • Each driveway/entrance associated with each address, e.g. you have 1 lot that has 3 driveways to enter it. You will need 3 licenses

How much does each license cost?

Each license costs $100.00 + tax
 
NOTE: The fees associated with each license are non-refundable. These fees are not guarantees of licenses, but rather help cover costs associated with the review of applications, processing licenses, and enforcement of licenses.

How long are they good for?
Fair Park Parking Licenses expire each year on May 31 and must be renewed annually. Renewals should begin at least 30 days before it expires.

Is there a deadline to get the applications turned in?
Yes. According to Dallas City Code, licenses cannot be issued any later than 5 business days (1 full week) before the day the event begins. For example, the State Fair of Texas always starts the last Friday of September. This means no licenses can be issued after the second-to-the-last Friday of September.


Loading Zone

Commercial Loading Zone Permit Fees:
Annual Permit - $50
Temporary Permit - $12.50
Replacement Permit - $25

Commercial Loading Zone permits can be purchased at the Parking Enforcement and Management office:

Oak Cliff Municipal Center
320 E. Jefferson, Room 212, Dallas, TX 75203
 Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.


Valet Parking License 

The City of Dallas has maintained a valet parking permitting program, overseen by the Department of Transportation & Public Works, to regulate valet services and ensure public safety and order, especially in high-traffic, limited-parking areas. This program mandates specific requirements for valet companies, including licensing, insurance, designated parking, and operational guidelines, all detailed in the Dallas City Code, Chapter 43, Article VI, Division 3. The Dallas valet parking permitting program has been and will continue to be subject to changes and updates involving revisions to regulations, fees, or operational procedures.

General Information:

  • An annual license for a valet parking service is required when a commercial establishment uses a valet parking service that operates on public right-of-way or operates on private property but requires the use of public right-of-way for maneuvering vehicles. 
  • Applicants are required to provide a copy of their notarized contract agreements with their valet service provider and any additional storage locations, a certificate of occupancy, and the required comprehensive certificate of insurance (COI).
  • A valet parking license can be applied for through Parking Management & Enforcement. For additional questions, please call (214) 948-5346.
    • To apply for a valet parking license, complete the Valet Parking License Application and turn it in with the non-refundable application fee.
      • Payments must be made with check or money order. Electronic forms of payment cannot be accepted at this time.
  • Effective October 1, 2024, the non-refundable application fee is $1,700.00 per year.
  • Before issuing a valet parking license, the City reviews the application to ensure completeness and confirm there are no traffic-safety concerns with the request.
  • To learn more about the valet parking program, click here to review frequently asked questions FAQ's.