Accessible Parking Stalls
Hangtags and License Plates
Display a valid, state-issued "Parking for people with disabilities" hangtag or license plate when parking in a designated space. The person issued the hangtag or plates must be in the vehicle while parking the vehicle and while exiting the parking space.
Public Parking
A "Parking for people with disabilities" hangtag or license plate enables people with disabilities to park in:
- Accessible parking spaces in all City lots and City parking garages. Standard fees apply and are payable at Pay Stations, Exit Stations, or with a Parking Fee Notice (for overnight parking).
- Accessible parking next to the elevator on every level of the State Street Capitol Garage.
- Accessible parking stalls on streets with no posted time limits or meters.
- A metered space (for longer than the time limit) without getting a ticket.
- Any non-designated, general use, stalls (without payment) for up-to 48 hours.
The Madison Parking Utility has more information on accessible parking, or download Parking for Persons with Disabilities.
Accessible Parking in Lots
A "Parking for people with disabilities" hangtag or license plate enables people with disabilities to park in designated accessible parking spaces.
By law, parking lots must have at least one accessible parking space for every twenty-five parking spaces. At least one of every six accessible parking spaces must be a van accessible space. If you have concerns about a parking lot, please contact the Madison Parking Enforcement at 608-266-4622 or parkingenforcement@cityofmadison.com
Accessible Parking for Housing
The Fair Housing Act covers accommodations for parking. If you have a mobility impairment, you may request a reserved parking space near the entrance to the building. Property owners cannot charge additional fees for parking accommodations. For more information, see the Fair Housing Center for Rights and Research, Right to an Accessible Parking Space fact sheet.