Accessible parking
Accessible parking in ramps and lots
Accessible parking in ramps and lots
All City-owned or managed parking lots and ramps offer accessible parking. Each facility sets its own rates.
For information about accessible parking and fees, contact MPLS Parking at:
We also encourage private lots and ramps to offer accessible parking options that meet state standards.
Accessible parking at metered spaces
Accessible parking at metered spaces
Vehicles with disability plates or certificates may park for free at some parking meters. Some meters allow you to park beyond the normal time limit.
| Parking meter | Cost | Time limit |
|---|---|---|
| 15 minute | Varies by area | 15 minutes |
| 30 minute | Varies by area | 30 minutes |
| 1, 2, 4 hour | Free | 4 hours unless otherwise stated |
| 6, 8, 10 hour | Free | As long as you need |
Where you cannot park
No vehicles can park at metered spaces in some situations. These rules include those with disability plates or certificates. For example, during:
- Rush hour restrictions
- Snow emergencies
- Street sweeping
- Hooded meter restrictions
Accessible parking and transfer zones
Accessible parking and transfer zones
What it's for
To add accessible parking or transfer zone
Apply for this zone if
You need an accessible parking or transfer zone in front of your residence or business.
What to know
The application form is the same for both zones, but parking and transfer zones are not the same.
- Accessible parking zone: Anyone with disability license plates or a certificate can park in the space.
- Accessible transfer zone: Can be used to drop off or pick up a person with a disability and load or unload their equipment or personal items.
- No one can park in the space, whether or not they have disability plates or a certificate.
Accessible zones are not exclusive
When we install accessible parking or transfer zone signs in front of your residence or business, anyone with disability plates or a certificate can park or transfer in the zone.
It is not exclusive to you or any other person.
Who can apply
You can apply for an accessible parking or transfer zone if you are a:
- Resident and you or a relative who lives with you has disability license plates or a certificate
- If you’re a renter, you’ll need the property owner’s signature.
- Business owner and you, one or more employees, or one or more customers have disability license plates or a certificate
How to apply
Send your application to the Accessible Parking Program Team to apply.
Apply for a residential or commercial accessible zone
Note: The application form is the same for both zones, but parking and transfer zones are not the same.
When you no longer need the zone
You must tell us when the accessible zone is no longer needed.
The property owner is responsible for informing Parking Services in writing when they no longer need the accessible parking or transfer zone.
For example, if the person needing the accessible zone moves or their certificate expires and is not reissued.
Applying for disability license plates or a certificate
Disability license plates or certificate application
You must have disability license plates or a disability certificate in order to apply for an accessible parking or transfer zone. The City of Minneapolis does not issue disability license plates or certificates.
To find out how to apply for state-issued disability license plates or certificates, please contact:
Contact us
Accessible Parking Program Team
Phone
Address
33 Ninth St. N.
Room 100
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Office hours
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday-Friday