Parking Permits
The City offers a variety of parking permits that you can apply for including temporary parking permits (and accommodations during winter weather) and Lake Wilcox parking permits.
Temporary Parking Permits
Temporary parking permits allow for up to 50 days total per address, per year. A temporary parking permit costs $5 plus HST. This single permit covers parking from 12 a.m. midnight to 11:59 p.m. on the date for which it is purchased.
Residents can obtain free temporary parking permits to facilitate driveway work for a maximum of three cars for up to five days per year. The permits can be obtained by contacting Parking Control at 905-771-8860 at least one week in advance of the start of work.
Richmond Hill residents and guests can buy a temporary parking permit online at any time (registration and login required).
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Be aware of the following terms and conditions when you use a temporary parking permit:
Winter Event & Snow Removal:
When can you not use a Temporary Parking Permit:
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Permit holders can use some public parking lots during winter events and snow removal. Remember to display your permit clearly on your vehicle's dash. Spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Lake Wilcox Park Resident Parking Permits
Pay parking at Lake Wilcox Park is in effect from April 1 to September 30 each year. Parking permits are not required to use the park parking lots from October 1 to March 30 – parking is free at this time.
Free parking permits are available for Richmond Hill residents starting February 19 for the current year (residents must obtain a new free permit annually). These permits are linked to a license plate number and residents can obtain one permit per household. Carpooling is strongly encouraged.
Please contact Parking at 905-771-8860 from Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or email parking@richmondhill.ca, if you have:
- A household requiring more than one free permit. Note, a valid reason for requiring more than one permit is required (i.e., a second permit will be issued for accessibility reasons, for Oak Ridges Community Centre users or if there are tenant/property owner arrangements at a particular address).
- Previously registered a vehicle plate, and need assistance.
Steps to obtain your parking permit:
- Click on "Get my Lake Wilcox Parking Permit" button
- Click "Obtain a Parking Permit"
- Create an account or enter your existing login information
- Print your parking permit to keep in your vehicle
* Free Lake Wilcox Parking Permit will not show up as an option until you are signed in.
* Oak Ridges Community Centre Users: Make sure to print and bring your original permit with you. Otherwise there will be a fee applied to have your permit printed at Oak Ridges Community Centre.
Get my Lake Wilcox Parking Permit
Frequently asked questions
| Can I get a temporary permit for a commercial vehicle? |
| Permits can be purchased for taxi cabs, but will only be issued for other commercial vehicles in exceptional circumstances. Please contact 905-771-8860 if you require a permit for a commercial vehicle. |
| Can I purchase a permit for a guest before confirming their licence plate number? |
| No, you can't buy a temporary permit without a licence plate number for the vehicle that will be parked. |
| Can I purchase a permit for a vehicle with an out-of-province licence plate? |
| Yes, you can purchase a permit even if your vehicle is registered with an out-of-province licence plate. |
| Can I renew my permit online? |
| Permits cannot be renewed; however, you can purchase a new permit through our parking portal, as long as you haven't reached your maximum of 50 permits. |
| How can I get a refund? |
| Richmond Hill does not give refunds of any amount for 24-hour temporary parking permits. |
| What do I do if I'm having issues trying to purchase a permit online? |
| Please call 905-771-8860. |
| How do I correct a wrong licence plate number? |
| You can click the Back button to make a correction to your permit application before your permit has been issued. |
| What can I do if I require additional Temporary Parking Permits? |
| If you require additional Temporary Parking Permits, please submit your request in writing, including an explanation as to why you require additional permits to the Director of Community Standards at parking@richmondhill.ca. |