Apply for a Disabled Parking Zone

Apply by mail for a Disabled Parking Zone (Blue Zone) for your home or business. Blue Zones provide dedicated on-street parking for people with disabilities.

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Download and complete the Residential or Non-Residential form and mail to:

Division Manager
City of Oakland, Parking and Mobility Division
250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Suite 1333
Oakland, CA 94612

Please include all required documents listed on the forms.

What is a Disabled Parking Zone (Blue Zone)?

It is a painted blue curb with a posted sign.

Does the City install Blue Zones for paratransit drop-off and pick-up?

Unfortunately, not at this time.

How much will it cost to install a Blue Zone?

No cost!

How long will it take to process my application?

It can take up to 1-4 months depending on whether the application gets approved, denied or appealed.

Why might my application be denied?

There are several reasons for denial of an RDPZ request, including:

  • The presence of another RDPZ within 150 feet of the one requested. RDPZs are not for exclusive use by an individual or group; it is on a first come first use. If there is already an RDPZ within 150 feet, you may use it if it is not occupied. On street parking is a scarce limited resource.
  • An obstruction such as a tree between the requested RDPZ and the sidewalk. There must be a clear access connection to/from the RDPZ to the sidewalk.
  • Insufficient room for the RDPZ. The RDPZ is a minimum of 20 feet long, plus three 3- to 5-foot clearance around.
  • A slope greater than 5 percent. It is difficult for a wheelchair to navigate such a slope.
  • A cross-slope (tilt of the road or sidewalk) greater than 5 percent. A wheelchair might tip over on such a slope.

My application has been denied! How do I appeal?

If the application is denied and you would like to appeal, file an appeal.

Or, send this appeal form to:

ADA Programs Division
1 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 11th Floor
Oakland, CA 94612

Fax: (510) 238-3304

Email: adaprograms@oaklandca.gov

Other questions?

Call (510) 238-7670
 

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