Parking bays
If you are a Blue Badge holder, you may apply for a blue badge holder's parking place and we will consider your application. There are two different schemes available:
a disabled parking bay that is available for use by any holder of a Blue Badge, near a hospital, clinic, doctor's surgery, chemist or other public building; or
a dedicated disabled parking bay close to the applicant's address that can only be used by the holder of the corresponding numbered permit.
In each case, the parking place will be sited as near as possible to the relevant building. However, we have to take the following into consideration:
traffic flow
the interests of the owners and occupiers of adjoining properties
access to premises
and road safety
Any Blue Badge holder can park in a disabled parking bay. To obtain a new disabled parking bay (for use by any Blue Badge holder), a successful application must be made by a blue badge holder which demonstrates certain qualification criteria. To qualify for a disabled parking bay, you must first hold a valid Blue Badge and:
demonstrate a genuine need for the bay requested
and have no access to private parking within or near the premises
You can obtain an application form using the details at the bottom of this page. We will make every effort to deal with applications as quickly as possible. However, installing parking places involves consultation with local people and statutory bodies as well as the production and publication of Traffic Management Orders. An application will take a minimum of three months to process.
Applying for a dedicated Disabled Parking Bay
A dedicated disabled parking bay is reserved for one specific badge holder. To obtain a dedicated badge holder's parking bay, you must satisfy certain qualification criteria: you must hold a valid blue badge and:
receive the higher rate mobility component of the disability living allowance
drive your own car or nominate a carer who drives you and resides at your address
have no access to private parking
and provide copies of your driving licence and vehicle registration documents showing your name and address (this shows you are a local resident)
If you do not receive a qualifying allowance because you are of retirement age, your mobility impairment will need to be assessed by an occupational therapist appointed by us.
You can obtain an application form by contacting us at the address below. We will make every effort to deal with applications as quickly as possible. However, putting in parking places involves consultation with local people and statutory bodies as well as the production and publication of Traffic Management Orders. An application will take a minimum of three months to process.
Contact
For application forms and further information, contact our Customer Services sections at the address below. Alternatively, pick one up at your local post office or get one sent to you by phoning (0141) 577 3001.
Council Buildings
211 Main Street
Barrhead
G78 1SY
Council Headquarters
Eastwood Park
Rouken Glen road
Giffnock
G46 6UG
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 6.00pm