Parking for those with disabilities
Dedicated bays for Blue Badge holders are provided in many
locations both on-street and in car parks. In addition vehicles
displaying a Blue Badge can be parked in any Council parking bay,
either on-street or in a car park, without limit of time and
free of charge. Locations of disabled bays in central
Perth can be viewed in the Perth Parking Guide in the downloads
section of this page.
Disabled parking in the Perth pedestrianised zone
Between 4pm and 11am Blue Badge holders may enter the Zone and
park on-street for up to one hour, provided they do not park where
they are likely to cause an obstruction to other vehicles.
In particular, parking is not allowed on High Street between
George Street and Kirkgate.
Shopmobility
Perth Shopmobility operates from the Canal Street multi storey
car park in the centre of town. Electric buggies and wheelchairs
are available for anyone with a mobility problem, not only Blue
Badge holders to help them access the Pedestrian Zone. Tele
01738 783960.
Disabled People - Parking Permits (Blue Badges Holders)
If you have severe walking difficulties and travel either as a
passenger or driver in a vehicle you may be entitled to a Blue
Badge to allow you to take advantage of certain parking
concessions.
Apply for a blue badge
If you would like further information on the Blue Badge Scheme,
please contact the Council on 01738 477212.
Disabled people - Residential Bays for Blue Badge
Holders.
If you have a Blue Badge and are experiencing parking
difficulties at your home you can apply for a parking bay to be
marked on the road in front of your property.
However, certain conditions must be fulfilled and even if approved
these bays are only advisory and can not be legally
enforced.
If you would like to apply for a residential disability bay please
contact the Council on 01738 477393.
