Resident permits

West Sussex County Council is the authority responsible for on-street parking provision. Parking Services at Chichester District Council process and issue permits on their behalf.

• Apply for or renew a resident permit
• Resident permit costs
• What is a resident parking scheme?
• Controlled Parking Zones
• Zone availability 
• Who can buy a resident permit?
• Supporting information
• Resident permit refunds

Apply for or renew a resident permit

We are no longer selling or renewing permits at East Pallant House and any visit to the council offices will be redirected to our online services. Some customers may not have access to online services. If you do not have access, we will provide paper applications and help. Customers can contact our Customer Services Team on 01243 534500 for advice.

Resident permit costs

What is a resident parking scheme?

Resident Parking Schemes are designed to:

• manage on-street parking
• improve safety and access
• raise the commercial viability of town and city centres
• protect the amenities of residents in the adjacent areas
• encourage motorists to review their journeys and consider alternative modes of travel

The demand for parking spaces exceeds supply in some zones. Resident permits are an effective way of helping manage parking in these areas.

Controlled Parking Zones

There are 13 Controlled Parking Zones (CPZ's) in Chichester.

Customers living in CPZs can purchase permits to park in a zone. 

The Controlled Parking Zones in Chichester are zones A, E, F, G, H, H2, J, K, L, M, N, O and S. To find out what zone your property see Resident permits - what zone am I in? .

For information relating to Controlled Parking Zones, please see the West Sussex County Council - Controlled parking zones (opens new window) website.

Zone availability 

If a permit is unavailable you can join a parking waiting list.

Who can buy a resident permit?

In order to buy a resident permit:

• you must live at a property within a zone 
• the property must be your main place of residency 
• you must be a full time resident of the address requested 
• your vehicle must be registered to the named address

Not every property which is within a Controlled Parking Zone is eligible for parking permits.

For example, Multiple Occupancy Developments or properties which have been redeveloped do not qualify for resident parking permits.

Supporting information

Registering for a MiPermit Account

To register for a MiPermit account and apply for a resident permit, you will need:

• your council tax account number; and,
• the supporting evidence outlined below. 

Please visit our MiPermit Digital Parking for ways to create and access a MiPermit account.

What evidence will I need to provide for a permit?

We can accept evidence in PDF format, or a clear photograph of the documents can be uploaded.

We require the following evidence:

• Proof of residency. This can be council tax, domestic/utilities bills, tenancy agreements or bank statement (dated within the last 3 months). These must show your name and address.
• (If you have a blue badge) a copy of both sides of your blue badge.
• (if you are a student) a copy of student card.
• Proof of ownership of the vehicle - V5 Log book. Your vehicle must be registered to the named address. 
• If the V5 doesn't state your name and current address, then your insurance policy document may be accepted. This needs to show the vehicle registration number, your name and the correct address. We may withdraw the permit if the V5 is not sent to Parking Services within 14 days of the application.

Without the correct evidence we may not be able to authorise a permit and reserve the right to refuse an application.

Company car requirements

If your vehicle is owned by your employer and the V5 is in the name of the company, we will also require:

• A letter on headed paper from the company manager (not the applicant) stating that the vehicle is allocated to you for your exclusive use as an employee.

Hire car requirements

If your vehicle is owned by a leasing/hiring company, we will also require:

• The lease/hire agreement is required in place of the V5.

Cars not registered to your address requirements

If the vehicle you drive is owned by a family member or friend, we will require:

• Insurance document detailing you as a named driver.
• A Copy of the V5.
• A letter/statement from the registered keeper that you are the main user and the vehicle is left at your property.  

Student requirements

If you are a student, we will also require:

• A tenancy agreement (of at least 6 months) relating to a property within the zone.
• A valid student card.
• A copy of your V5 document, along with a copy of your Motor Insurance showing your name, Chichester address and vehicle registration.

Some students may not be able to provide the necessary evidence to support an application for a students permit. Alternatively, residents visitor permits may be available to purchase.

How to use a resident permit

All permit holders agree to the terms and conditions when purchasing a permit. These contain important information about the permit and how to use it.

• A resident permit can be used in any vacant on-street resident / permit holder parking bay or shared use parking bay within a particular zone. A permit does not guarantee a space and parking may not be found in the same road as a resident's property.
• Controlled Parking Zones are indicated through signage and sometimes road markings too so we always advise to check these prior to parking.
• Only one vehicle can use a permit at one time. The vehicle which is parking should always be active on the permit. Up to 3 registrations can be logged against a permit providing the correct vehicle documentation can be supplied for each vehicle.
• Residents can also buy resident visitor permits for their visitors. To find out more about RVPs please visit our Resident Visitor Permit page.
• If a resident permit is no longer required, Parking Services should be informed immediately.
• Customers in all zones can use MiPermit's digital system to manage permits.

Low emission vehicle discount for resident permit holders

Applicants with low emission vehicles are entitled to a discount on resident permits.

The CO2 emissions must be 50g/km or lower to qualify, this can be found on your V5 document and must be supplied when applying for a permit.

Resident permits for blue badge holders

If you own a blue badge, you are able to obtain a first resident permit free of charge.

We require the following evidence:

• Proof of ownership of the vehicle.
• Proof of residency.
• Copies of both sides of the valid blue badge.

Moving address with the Controlled Parking Zones

If you are moving from one zone to another or moving within the same zone, you must fill in a moving zones form. 

Change of registration / Additional vehicle registrations

Where a permit change is required, you will need to provide evidence to support your application.

To apply to have a vehicle registration changed on an existing digital permit, visit MiPermit online (opens new window) and click on Permit Vehicle Registration Changes.

Note that any change requests made will need to be approved by MiPermit, please take into account:

• When your permit change request has been approved you will receive an email notification.
• The permit holder must allow at least 3 working days for these requests to be processed and also consider opening hours, Bank and Public holidays.
• Whilst your permit is being updated, you will need to find alternative parking. Or use Resident Visitor Permits to cover your stay (excluding Zone E).

Resident permit refunds

Refunds can only be issued for the remaining full months of a permit and at a minimum of £10.00. This will be payable by BACS transfer to the original payment card through MiPermit.

To request a refund for all digital permits please contact MiPermit online (opens new window) or call them on 0345 520 7007.