Can disabled badge owners park anywhere?
Having a Blue Badge doesn’t let you park anywhere – you still have to follow the usual parking regulations. For example, you can still get a fine if you park somewhere that endangers people, like outside a school or near a junction.
Can Blue Badge holders park in permit holders only spaces?
Blue Badge holders are not allowed to park in loading bays and may not be able to park in other places reserved for permit holders, like residents bays for example. Normal Blue Badge concessions do not apply in these cases. Always check with the local authority.
What benefits can I claim as a Blue Badge holder?
If you’ve got a blue badge you might be eligible for extra concessions, like exemption from road tax, road tolls or access to town centres where other vehicles are restricted.
Where can you not use a Blue Badge?
BLUE BADGE HOLDERS CANNOT PARK: Red routes or double yellow lines (in all four boroughs) Single yellow line (except Kensington and Chelsea as long as there is no loading or unloading restriction and only for 20 minutes to drop off or pick up a disabled person, or to collect goods) Suspended parking bays.
Do Blue Badge holders pay congestion charge in London?
If you hold a valid Blue Badge, you can apply for exemption from the congestion charge in London by paying a £10 administration fee. You can register up to two vehicles that you would normally use to travel within the charging zone. However, there are some exceptions for disabled people, including Blue Badge holders.
Can you park in a disabled bay outside someone’s house?
The council can help people with disabilities by providing parking bays outside their home. A disabled bay is only introduced if the person holds a valid Blue Badge and is frequently unable to park within walking distance of their property. Any person with a valid Blue Badge can park in a disabled bay at any time.
Can I have 2 blue badges?
Only one badge can be issued per person for their personal use in whichever vehicle they travel.
Can a traffic warden take my Blue Badge?
Police officers, traffic wardens, parking attendants and civil enforcement officers have the power to inspect the badge. Enforcement officers also have right to retain the badge, without police presence, if they have reasonable grounds to do so.
How many cars can you have on a Blue Badge?
two
This page displays all the key features of your Blue Badge discount service. You can have a maximum of two (2) vehicles registered for the discount on a single date. You have until midnight on the date of travel to add additional vehicles.
Does the Blue Badge holder have to be in the car?
People who can use a Blue Badge If you are a Blue Badge holder, it is for your use and benefit only. It must only be displayed if you are travelling in the vehicle as a driver or passenger and are personally making use of a parking concession.
Where can I get information about the Blue Badge Scheme?
We’ve matched the postcode to Sheffield City Council . You can get information on their website. You can only use this service to get information about the Blue Badge scheme from councils in England. You can apply for a Blue Badge online if you live in England or Wales.
How many Blue Badges are there in Sheffield?
There are currently over 24,000 Blue Badges in circulation within Sheffield. 225 of these belong to organisations and the remainder are individual badges. The blue badge scheme is administered by Customer Services.
Can I still apply for a blue badge at first point?
You can still apply for a Blue Badge at First Point, Howden House but your actual Blue Badge will be produced and issued from a new nationally operated service and sent direct to your home address. Address: First Point, Howden House, 1 Union Street, Sheffield S1 2SH.
Do I need consent to apply for a blue badge?
It does not require the consent of the individuals concerned under the Data Protection Act 1998. People with hidden disabilities, including autism and severe mental health conditions, will be able to apply for a Blue Badge from 31 August 2019.