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How do I get a residential parking permit in Madison?
A common question, answered by the MadisonWI.com editors · November 13, 2026
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From MadisonWI.com
First check that your address is in an existing City of Madison Residential Permit Area using the City's eligibility map. You apply online through the City's Accela portal, by mail, or in person at 215 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Suite 109 (appointment recommended). You must prove you live there: you own the home, you have a signed current-year lease, or the owner signs a notarized Property Owner Affidavit. As of 2026, the application fee is $42, not prorated or refundable. Permits run September 1 through August 31, and applications for the next year open in July. A permit is tied to your address, vehicle and license plate, and the City cannot issue temporary permits for visitors. Questions go to parking@cityofmadison.com or 608-266-4761. Source: City of Madison Parking Division, Apply for a Residential Permit and FAQ (checked November 2026).
Written by the MadisonWI.com editors · November 13, 2026