Tradesperson permit
Local traders that require the ability to carry out varying jobs and need to park at different locations across the city can apply for a Tradesperson's Permit.
There are 2 options available:
- on-street only
- on-street and car parks
On-street only
This allows for up to 3 hours parking in:
- residential permit parking bays
- residential on-street pay-by-phone/pay-and-display bays
However, it is not valid for parking in any car park.
On-street and car parks
Selecting this option allow local traders:
- the same benefit of the On-street only permit, plus
- the ability to park in any car park that is managed by Southend-on-Sea City Council
Supporting documents required
Applicants are required to provide supporting documents for both:
- proof of requirement
- proof of vehicle ownership
Acceptable proof of requirement include:
- letter on the company headed document, confirming the applicant is an employee and the vehicle registration number for which the permit is for
- proof of business e.g. business rates bill or certificate of status from HMRC
Acceptable proof of vehicle documents include:
- full DVLA V5C logbook - not just a slip (registered to the business address)
- certificate of motor insurance (registered to the business address)
- a letter from the business owner confirming the business vehicle detail
Tradesperson permit charges
On-street and car parks
- 1 month - £60
- 12 months - £600
Permit application process
Please note that applications for any permit may take up to 15 working days to process. It is the responsibility of the applicant to allow enough time for processing of the application.
Before you apply for or renew a tradespersons permit, please ensure you have read the terms and conditions.
Changing your vehicle details
Existing permit holders that require a change to vehicle details must submit an application online.
Permit cancellation and permit refunds
The Council accept requests to cancel a permit and will issue a refund. The refund will be pro-rata for each remaining full calendar month. This is subject to an administration fee of £16.50.
We will not offer any refund where there is less than one full calendar month remaining before the permit expires.
Data protection
The Council may share information provided in your parking permit application with other organisations who are involved in the:
- administration of benefits
- prevention and detection of fraud