The Vehicle Specific Parking Permit Application is the form the City and County of Denver's Department of Transportation & Infrastructure (DOTI) uses to issue a Vehicle Specific Parking Permit (VSPP) under its Residential Parking Permit Program. It is one of the Denver permit applications handled by the DOTI Curbside & Parking Permit Office, and it ties a permit to one vehicle's license plate. On this page you can fill out the form online on FillingPDF and download or print the completed PDF; the form and the online application are published by the City at denvergov.org.
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What is Vehicle Specific Parking Permit Application – Denver, CO?
The Vehicle Specific Parking Permit Application is the form for requesting a Vehicle Specific Parking Permit (VSPP), a virtual permit tied to one vehicle's license plate, from the Denver Department of Transportation & Infrastructure (DOTI).
The form belongs to the Residential Parking Permit Program. DOTI issues the permit under the authority of the Denver City Charter, Article VII, and DRMC Sec. 54-492. Enforcement is done by license plate readers, so an approved plate serves as the permit and no physical permit is mailed.
A VSPP exempts the vehicle from the posted on-street parking time limits, but only in the area where the permit was issued. The conditions of use printed on the form add several limits:
- It does not guarantee a parking space.
- It is not valid at parking meters, pay stations, loading zones, or areas signed No Parking Any Time or Street Sweeping.
- It does not lift the 72-hour limit on parking in the same space (DRMC Sec. 54-465).
- It is issued on an annual basis.
By signing, the applicant swears that the information is correct, that they live at the address in the City and County of Denver and that they accept the Conditions of Use. The VSPP is a different permit from the Flex Parking Permit (FPP), which needs its own application.
Who needs to file Vehicle Specific Parking Permit Application – Denver, CO?
Residents of the City and County of Denver who live at an eligible address in a Residential Parking Permit zone and want to exempt one vehicle from posted on-street time limits apply with this form. An eligible address is on a street with Parking Time Limits or No Parking, Permit Excepted restrictions.
Conditions from the form and the City's Residential Parking Permits page:
- Only one VSPP per licensed driver can be obtained.
- An eligible address may obtain up to two VSPPs (or one VSPP and one FPP) when off-street parking is available, and up to three VSPPs (or two VSPPs and one FPP) when it is not.
- If the applicant does not own the vehicle, a letter of permissive use from the registered owner is required.
- Property owners who do not live at the address are ineligible for a VSPP. Second homeowners may be eligible for a Flex Parking Permit only.
- Accessory dwelling units may qualify if the unit has its own address.
- Large multi-unit buildings may be ineligible when units far outnumber the nearby on-street supply.
Storage containers, food trucks, boats, trailers, RVs and campers cannot use a VSPP, and it cannot be issued to vehicles over 22 feet. Unpaid or unresolved parking citations are grounds for denial.
When to file Vehicle Specific Parking Permit Application – Denver, CO
Apply when you need a VSPP for a vehicle at your Denver address; the form sets no filing deadline. The permit is issued on an annual basis, and the administrative fee is also annual.
The form says to allow up to six (6) weeks for processing of a mailed application. It also says that submitting the application online will expedite the permit process, so use the online option if you want a faster result. Before you apply, pay any outstanding parking citations, because unpaid or unresolved citations may lead to denial.
Documents you need
- Copy of a valid Colorado driver license that displays the applicant's name and the address where the permit is requested. Exceptions listed by the City: non-resident college students and active-duty military.
- Copy of a valid Colorado vehicle registration that displays the applicant's name and the address where the permit is requested. The same student and active-duty military exceptions apply.
- Proof of residence: a copy of ONE document showing your name and address, dated within the last 30 days, such as a utility bill, T.V. or Internet bill, cell phone bill, property tax document or current auto, renters or homeowners insurance statement with an active policy date.
- Alternative proof of residence: a fully executed lease signed and dated by all parties within the last 90 days. Medical and financial documents are not accepted as proof of residence.
- Letter of permissive use from the registered vehicle owner, only if the applicant does not own the vehicle. It must say you may use the vehicle and be signed, dated and include the owner's phone number.
- Non-resident college students: verification of full-time enrollment, plus a valid home-state driver's license. Active-duty military: a current military ID and current driver license.
How to fill out Vehicle Specific Parking Permit Application – Denver, CO
Read the conditions of use
Review the Vehicle Specific Parking Permit Conditions of Use printed on the form, since your signature confirms you agree to them. Check that your vehicle and address qualify.
Enter your residential address
Under Residential Address, fill in the street number, street name, unit and zip code of the Denver address where the permit is requested.
Enter applicant details
Under Applicant, enter your first name, last name, driver license #, state and expiration date. The name and address must match the driver license copy you provide.
Add telephone and email
Enter your Telephone # and Email so the office can reach you about the application.
Name the vehicle owner
Write the vehicle owner's name on the Vehicle Owner line. If you are not the owner, a letter of permissive use is required.
Enter vehicle information
Under Vehicle, enter the plate number, state, make, model, year and expiration. The plate you list becomes your permit.
Sign and date the application
Sign on the Applicant Signature line and enter the date. The signature is a sworn statement that the information is correct and that you live at the address.
Gather documents and payment
Collect the license, registration and one proof-of-residence copy, plus a check or Money Order payable to 'Manager of Finance'. Add the permissive-use letter if needed.
Review and download the completed PDF
Check each entry against your documents, then download or print the completed PDF from FillingPDF and submit it as described under How to submit.
How to submit Vehicle Specific Parking Permit Application – Denver, CO
You can apply online or by mail.
- Online: go to https://Denvergov.org/rpp, click Apply Now, then Sign Up or Log In and follow the prompts. The form says online submission expedites the permit.
- By mail: send the signed application, copies of your documents and payment to DOTI Curbside & Parking Permit Office, 201 W. Colfax Ave. Dept. 610, Denver, CO 80202.
An administrative fee applies. For a mailed application, pay by check or Money Order made out to "Manager of Finance". Ask the office for the current amount or see the DOTI Residential Parking Permit Program Entrance Requirements. Permits are revocable and non-refundable. Questions can go to [email protected].
Pay any parking citations at https://Denvergov.org/parking. FillingPDF lets you fill out and download the PDF; submission follows the channels above.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting a proof-of-residence document dated more than 30 days ago, or a lease not signed and dated by all parties within the last 90 days.
- Using a medical or financial document as proof of residence; the form says these are not accepted.
- Sending a driver license or vehicle registration copy that does not show your name and the address where the permit is requested.
- Leaving out the letter of permissive use when the applicant is not the vehicle owner.
- Applying with unpaid or unresolved parking citations, which are grounds for denying the permit.
- Making the check or Money Order payable to anyone other than 'Manager of Finance'.
- Requesting a second VSPP as the same licensed driver; only one VSPP per licensed driver can be obtained.
- Applying for a trailer, boat, RV, camper, food truck, storage container or a vehicle over 22 feet, which the conditions of use exclude.
- Expecting a physical permit or a guaranteed parking space; the license plate is the permit and no space is guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Vehicle Specific Parking Permit Application?
It is the City and County of Denver form for requesting a Vehicle Specific Parking Permit (VSPP) from DOTI. The VSPP is a virtual permit linked to one vehicle's license plate that exempts the vehicle from posted on-street parking time limits in the area where it was issued.
Is this a Denver building permit application?
No. This is a parking permit application issued by the DOTI Curbside & Parking Permit Office under the Residential Parking Permit Program. It does not cover building or construction permits.
Can I apply for a Denver VSPP online instead of by mail?
Yes. Go to Denvergov.org/rpp, click Apply Now, then Sign Up or Log In. The form says submitting online expedites the permit process. This PDF is for applying by mail.
How long does it take to get a Vehicle Specific Parking Permit?
The form says to allow up to six (6) weeks for processing of a mailed application. It says online submission expedites the process, but it gives no shorter time frame.
Will I receive a physical parking permit?
No. Enforcement uses license plate readers, so if your application is approved your license plate serves as your permit and no physical permit is issued for the vehicle.
What documents do I mail with the application?
Mail copies of a valid Colorado driver license and Colorado vehicle registration showing your name and address, plus ONE proof-of-residence document dated within 30 days (or a lease signed within 90 days). Include payment to 'Manager of Finance' by check or Money Order.
Can I get a VSPP for a vehicle I do not own?
Yes, if you attach a letter of permissive use from the registered owner. The City's page says it must state that you may use the vehicle and be signed and dated, with the owner's phone number.
Is there a fee for the Vehicle Specific Parking Permit?
Yes, an annual administrative fee applies, and permits are non-refundable. Pay a mailed application by check or Money Order to 'Manager of Finance'; contact the office at [email protected] for the current amount.
Can I fill out the Denver VSPP application on FillingPDF?
Yes. You can fill out the PDF online on FillingPDF and download or print it. FillingPDF is independent of the City and County of Denver and does not submit the application; you mail it or apply online through the City's channels.
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