City of Toronto Parking Permits

Types of Permits

Two types of on-street permits are available in most areas:

·         6 & 12 Month: Permits are issued to residents only on a six months basis although permits for two consecutive terms are available. Terms are from December to May and from June to November. All permits issued during a term will be effective until the end of that term.  Permits must originally be obtained in-person, however, they may be renewed on-line.  For info visit: http://www.toronto.ca/transportation/onstreet/index.htm

Permit fees vary according to a priority system based on need as reflected below:

• No access to on-site parking for resident's first vehicle:
  $10.36/month plus GST
• No access to on-site parking for resident's second and any subsequent vehicles:
  $25.91/month plus GST
• Resident does have access to on-site parking (permit is for convenience):
  $36.28/month plus GST

• Temporary (resident/visitor): Temporary parking permits may be obtained to provide weekly on-street parking within the limits of a permit parking street or area, provided space is available, at a cost of $15.61 (including GST) a week.

Prices subject to change.

Permit for Residents Using a Vehicle Owned by Someone Else or a Rental Vehicle

If you currently have the use of a vehicle owned by someone else or a rental vehicle you can get an on-street parking permit, provided that you are the primary driver of the vehicle and provide supporting documentation. Please call Toronto City Hall at 416-392-7873 for more information.

Temporary Parking Permit Available On-line

Provided space is available, a temporary on-street parking permit may now be purchased on-line by residents and their visitors to park a motor vehicle on a street designated under the permit parking program. Using this on-line service (https://secure.toronto.ca/wes/eTPP/welcome.do), you will receive confirmation of the transaction and can print the permit yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions Concerning Temporary Parking

Is it possible to purchase a permit for more than one week at a time?
Temporary permits are issued for a maximum length of one week in accordance with the permit parking by-law. You can renew your permit one week at a time provided space is available on your street or in your area.

I need to renew my permit can this be done on-line or do I have to come into one of your office locations?
You may renew your permit on-line. Permits may be renewed for one week intervals. Follow the same steps as a new permit purchase.

Am I able to purchase a temporary permit for my guest or must my guest purchase it themselves?
Either the resident or their guest may purchase a temporary parking permit.

I would like to purchase a temporary permit before my guest arrives but I do not know their licence plate number. Can I still purchase a permit?
The permit must contain the licence plate number of the vehicle. Without this information a permit cannot be purchased.

Can I purchase a permit even though my licence plate number is out of province?
Yes, you may purchase a permit even though your vehicle is registered under an out of province licence plate.