All parking permits and Visitor Parking Permits are valid for a period of one calendar year (January 1 until December 31).

Does your street require a permit?

List of Residential Permitted Parking Public Streets in the City of Medford 

NO STICKERS - NO DECALS: 

The City of Medford does not issue a decal or sticker as proof of the parking permit. 

The license plate number of the vehicle will be used to verify the parking permit status. 

Hours of Operations: 

 City of Medford Parking Department, Medford City Hall room 110, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford MA, 02155

Login or create an account to apply for or renew your parking permits: (Permits are not transferable to new license plates). 

• Please be advised, when uploading documents, 5 MB is the max image size. Please convert a PNG file to a JPEG file.
• Parking Clerks will not receive the permit application if the "" is not selected, without debit/visa card information or if the vehicle registration missing. 
• If you receive an "Approved - Unpaid" email notification or status on your account, be aware your permit is NOT an active and approved. 

Steps to online registration

1. Create an account.
2. In the Active Permits section select “Add permit” button on right side – a popup will appear requesting vehicle information.
3. Enter vehicle information and select “add to cart” (If a message indicates that the vehicle's plate is already in the system. Please contact the Parking Clerks to clear the old information.)
4. Repeat process for your second vehicle.

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An active Residential Parking Permit allows the vehicle to park on the specific street of the residence or streets included in the zone. All Senior Permits and Variance Parking Permits must be applied for in-person.

COST: First 2 household cars $20.00 per car • 3rd car $30.00 • 4th car $40.00 • 5th car $50.00 (maximum of 5 permitted vehicles per residence). 

PROOF OF VEHICLE: Upload a clear copy of the valid and unexpired Massachusetts vehicle registration, must have the City of Medford address printed by the Registry of Motor Vehicle (RMV), the Medford address with unit and, or an apartment is required to be clearly indicated by the RMV in the "Garaged Address" if the "Owner-Mailing Address" is different. The RMV Registration Replacement, RMV Residential Address form, RMV Renewal Letter, handwritten address changes are not acceptable. 

PROOF OF RESIDENCE: Upload a clear copy of one of the following: (Each document must be valid or no older than 12 months.)

1) Massachusetts vehicle registration   2) Driver's License       3) Lease Agreement/Deed       4) Utility Bill 

 

The Business Parking Permit can only be used by workers of employers and businesses in the City of Medford address of the business.

COST: $125.00 for each permit. 

PROOF OF VEHICLE: Upload a clear copy of the valid and unexpired vehicle registration. 

PROOF OF RESIDENCE: For proof of the business address, one of the following is required: (Each document must be valid or no older than 12 months and indicate the City of Medford address of the business.)

1) Letter of Employment from the business on the company's letterhead  2) Business Card    3) Official document pertaining to the business 

An active Residential Commuter Permit allows the vehicle to park in the city's two designated commuter areas - City Hall Upper Lot and Playstead Road Lot

COST: $125.00 for each permit. 

PROOF OF VEHICLE: Upload a clear copy of the valid and unexpired Massachusetts vehicle registration, must have the City of Medford address printed by the Registry of Motor Vehicle (RMV), the Medford address with unit and, or an apartment is required to be clearly indicated by the RMV in the "Garaged Address" if the "Owner-Mailing Address" is different. The RMV Registration Replacement, RMV Residential Address form, RMV Renewal Letter, handwritten address changes are not acceptable. 

PROOF OF RESIDENCE: Upload a clear copy of one of the following: (Each document must be valid or no older than 12 months.)

1) Massachusetts vehicle registration 2) Driver's License 3) Lease Agreement/Deed 4) Utility Bill 

The Residential Commuter Permit expires on December 31, of each year.      

Please allow one - two business days for the determination of your permit application. Contact the Parking Clerk: (781) 393-2463, if you do not receive an approval or rejection within two business days.

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A Properly displayed Visitor’s Parking Permit allows a non-permitted vehicle to park on a permitted street (commercial vehicles are prohibited to park on public streets between 12 AM -6 AM).

COST: $10 for each permit. (add .69 cents for mailing fee). No replacements are available (2 maximum)

PROOF OF RESIDENCE: Upload a clear color picture of the valid and unexpired Massachusetts Driver’s License with the City of Medford address with unit and, or an apartment printed by the Registry of Motor Vehicle (RMV), is required.

SUPPORTING PROOF (required): Upload a clear copy of one of the following: (Each document must be valid or no older than 12 months.)

1) Massachusetts vehicle registration   2) Driver's License       3) Lease Agreement/Deed       4) Utility Bill 

How to create and purchase Visitor Parking Permits:

Select   then

How to create a personal VIS plate, by following these next steps: (select “yes” this is a visitor’s plate)

           The prefix will be VIS then add the first 3 letters of your first name and the first 3 letters of your last name. Then add the count “1 or 2” of the permit.

Additional Information: State: Massachusetts, Make: N/A, Type: N/A, Color: N/A, Year: N/A

Select

How to purchase the Visitor Parking Permit(s):

           Select

           Choose the VIS plate for the “Permit vehicle(s)*”

           Next, find your street for the “Parking Location*”

Next, select Visitor Parking Permit By Mail Fee Only” for the “Permit*”

Next: Select the “Start Date*” leave the automatic default date. Your request will be denied if you are a new occupant and the maximum of 2 Visitor Parking Permits have already been issued.

Next select

The “Permit Shopping Cart” page:

          This page will describe each of the permits that are ready for purchase.

Next select

* If the "Accept Terms" and "Buy" are not selected the system will not submit your permit application to the Parking Clerks.

Review the pop-up “privacy and terms of reference” select “yes” if you agree.

The Visitor Parking Permit(s) will be mailed if the documents are approved and payment is successful.

*Announcements*

New Prices and Fees for 2025 (click the link to view)

The GL Transit District Permit Parking Program 

Map and More Information

*Permit Costs* 

AT THE CITY HALL WINDOW ONLY CHECKS AND CASH ARE ACCEPTED. VISA, MASTERCARD AND DEBIT CARDS CAN ONLY BE USED FOR ONLINE PURCHASES.  

• * $20.00 - Residential Parking Permit (1st and 2nd cars)
  $30.00 for 3rd car
  $40.00 for 4th car
  $50.00 for 5th car
• * Free - Senior Residential Parking Permit (residents 65 years and older) with D.O.B. identification (application must be filed in City Hall)
• * Free - Two Week Temporary Rental Vehicle Transfer Notice (application must be filed in City Hall) 
• * $125.00 - Business Parking Permit (lots viewable at medfordma.org/parking)
• * $125.00 - Home Healthcare Parking Permit (application must be filed in City Hall)
• * $150.00 - Landlord Pass (Available in person at City Hall. Available only for street of ownership)
• * $150.00 - Realtor Pass (Available in person at City Hall)
• * $125.00 - Residential Commuter Permit
• * $25.00 - Senior Citywide Municipal Lots and Meter Parking Permit (residents 65 years and older) with D.O.B. identification (application must be filed in City Hall)
• *The Visitor Parking Permit will cost $10.00 each (a maximum of two permits) for residences without a Residential Parking Permitted vehicle.
• *$10.00 - New Resident Pass - valid for 2 weeks. Available only for vehicles registered in Massachusetts. (application must be filed in City Hall)
• *50.00 - 4-Day Pass - Can only purchase once every 30 days. (application must be filed in City Hall)
• *25.00 - 2-Day Pass - Can only purchase once every 30 days. (application must be filed in City Hall)

Vehicle Parked in Wrong Direction: $25

Parking in the Wrong Direction is Prohibited 700 Mass. Reg. 5.502 (11)

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 92

Parked Farther Than 12 Inches from the Curb: $25

Parking More Than One Foot Away from the Curb is Prohibited 700 CMR 5.501 and 5.502 (21). Except as otherwise provided in 700 CMR 5.501 and 5.502,

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 91

Parked in a Restricted Area: $50

Restricted Area. 700 Mass. Reg. 5.502 (14)

Parked Within 20 Feet of an Intersection: $25

Parking within 20 Feet of an intersection 700 CMR: 5.401 (5)

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 92

Parked Within 10 Feet of a Hydrant: $50

Parking within ten feet of a fire hydrant is prohibited 700 CMR: 5.401 (5)

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 93

Impeding Street Sweeping: $50

Impeding Street sweeping 700 CMR: 5.401 (3)

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 92

• Sidewalk 700 CMR 5.401 (5)
• Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 92

Impeding Snow Removal: $50

Snow Cleaning and Snow Removal 700 CMR 5.401 (3)

Resident Permit Parking Only: $25

List of Medford Resident Permit Parking Only,

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 93

Snow Emergency: $25

   General Parking Information During Snow Emergency

Obstructing Handicap Ramp: $300

Handicap Ramp 700 CMR 5.502 (26)

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 92

Parking in Handicap Spot or Cross Hatch: $300

Handicap Parking 700 CMR 5.502 (25).

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 92

Overtime Parking: $25

When a vehicle remains parked at a space beyond the marked time range allowance.

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 93

Expired Meter: $25

Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 93

5 Payment Methods: US Coins (no paper currency), Debit or Credit Card, Pay by Phone App: Click here to download the iOS or Android app., Online: Paybyphone.com, Phone: (888) 680-7275

For your convenience, if a kiosk/meter is not functioning you may use another kiosk/meter in the same Location # code.

Report a Meter not Working:
Phone: 781-475-5632
E-mail: mviola@medford-ma.gov

Obstructing Driveway or Private Way: $25

Obstructing Driveways is Prohibited 700 CMR 5.502 (15)

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 92

Parking in a Bus Stop: $100

Parking in a Bus Stop 700 CMR 5.502 (10)

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 92

Blocking Free Flow of Traffic: $25

Blocking Free Flow of Traffic 700 CMR 5.501 and 5.502

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 80

Expired or No Valid Inspection Sticker: $25

540 CMR 18.03 (1) - Compliance Decals

Also, Reference: Massachusetts Driver's Manual page 34

Commercial Motor Vehicle Overnight: $25

Medford Traffic Commission Rules and Regulations: Article V9 Section 12

Vehicles with Commercial license plates for the time being are allowed to park in Municipal Parking Lots Overnight (12:00 AM to 6:00 AM) when signage allows. Heavy duty trucks and vehicles that do not fit within the painted lines of the spot are prohibited.

• * Senior Citywide (Meter and Municipal Lot Parking Permit): $25.00 - A parking permit that allows the vehicle to park at the parking meters, kiosk areas and municipal parking lots and does not have to pay at the site. expires at the end of the calendar year, for Medford residents 65 years and older (with D.O.B. identification). Bring a clear copy of the Massachusetts vehicle registration (must have the City of Medford address printed by the Registry of Motor Vehicle (RMV), to apply for a Residential Parking Permit). The street address is required to be printed by the RMV in the Garaged or Owner-Mailing Address. The RMV Registration Replacement, RMV Residential Address form, RMV Renewal Letter, handwritten address changes are not acceptable.

• * Permit Parking for Parking Variance (Residence or Corner Residence): Citizens authorized by the City of Medford Traffic Commission to park on local adjacent streets that are different from the street address of the residence. All applications for authorized Variance Parking Permits must be processed in the Parking Department office room 110, in the Medford City Hall.

• * Visitor Parking Permit will cost $10.00 each (a maximum of two Visitor Parking Permits per household). Residents and visitors must have a Residential Parking Permit or a Visitor Parking Permit is required to be displayed on the driver's side dashboard to park on permitted public streets. Please contact the Traffic Department at phone number (781) 391- 6404, for one-time large events and gatherings for parking permission, and authorization on the street. Vehicles found in violation of Massachusetts parking laws and the City of Medford ordinances are subject to ticketing.

• * New Visitor Parking Permit Regulations as of Thursday, December 1, 2022 (For questions, please contact the Traffic Commission at: (781)391-6409):
• * Display this visitor permit on the driver’s side of the front dashboard above the steering wheel so that it is fully readable from the exterior.
• * This permit is valid only on the street written on this permit.
• * Visitor permits may be used no more than two days in any one-week period, except for Sundays. The visitor permits shall be used only while visitors are actually visiting the household to which the permits are issued.
• * Only one permit is valid per vehicle per week. Use of two permits consecutively on the same vehicle in the same week is not permitted.
• * Permit use is recorded and monitored by parking enforcement specialists who observe the vehicle’s license plate.
• * Please obey all applicable traffic regulations and parking restrictions (no parking on sidewalks or within 20 feet of an intersection, no commercial overnight parking, no obstructing driveways, no parking in the wrong direction, etc.).
• * This permit may not be copied, sold, transferred, or altered in any way.