How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Iowa
Any Iowa resident with a disability that limits or impairs the person's ability to walk is eligible to apply for a disabled parking permit. The types of disabled permits include license plates, windshield placards and stickers. The applicant must provide a medical statement from a physician or other approved health professional stating the type of disability and whether the disability is temporary or permanent. Read on to learn how to obtain a disabled parking permit in Iowa.
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Instructions
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Meet the eligibility requirements for disability parking permits in Iowa which include, but are not limited to, impaired ability to walk, use of portable oxygen, certain heart conditions, and arthritic or orthopedic conditions.
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Download and print the "Application for Persons with Disabilities Parking Permit Form 411055" from the Iowa DOT website. Disabled license plates can only be issued for permanent disability. Windshield placards can be issued to persons with temporary or permanent disability. An alternative to disability plates are a sticker which is placed on the lower right hand corner of the rear plate.
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Provide a statement from a physician or other qualified medical professional on their stationery stating that the applicant has a disability and indicating if the disability is either temporary or permanent.
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Return the completed application along with the medical statement to any Iowa DOT full service license site or mail to the Iowa DOT Office of Vehicle Services at the address on the application form. There is no cost for the placards and stickers, and only the regular license fee is required for license plates.
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Tips & Warnings
Temporary placards expire in six months unless a shorter time is indicated.
Remember to sign the placards after receipt since they are not valid without the permit holder's signature when parking in a disabled parking space.
Providing false information to obtain a permit may result in a fine and revocation of the permit.
