Disabled parking

Disabled parking in Welwyn Hatfield

If you hold a valid Blue Badge, you can park on certain parking restrictions.

However, some rules still apply. Please read carefully to avoid a Penalty Charge Notice.

Apply for a Blue Badge

You can apply for a Blue Badge through Hertfordshire County Council using the link below.

Apply for a Blue Badge 

Contact Hertfordshire County Council to apply for a disabled parking bay outside your home.

Where you can park with a Blue Badge

  • Resident Permit Zones view parking permit areas
    Park without a permit or visitor voucher. No time limit.

  • Limited Waiting Bays (e.g. "1 hour")
    Park without time restrictions.

  • Yellow Lines
    Park for up to 3 hours if:

    • The valid Blue Badge and parking clock are displayed
    • Clock is set to the arrival time
    • No loading restrictions apply (check for yellow kerb dashes or signs)
  • Disabled Bays
    Follow any time limits shown on signs. Display your badge and clock.

  • Advisory Disabled Bays
    These are courtesy bays without enforcement. No badge required, but please leave them for those who need them.

Where you cannot park with a Blue Badge

  • On loading bans (marked by yellow kerb dashes and/or signs)
  • In car parks without payment (See boards in each car park for terms and conditions)
  • On verges or footways
  • In bus stops
  • In loading bays

How to display your Blue Badge

Always display your Blue Badge and parking clock clearly. Set the clock to your arrival time. 

More about your rights and responsibilities

Apply for a disability parking permit

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