Apply for a Disabled Parking Zone

It is a painted blue curb with a posted sign.

Unfortunately, not at this time.

No cost!

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

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.

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

Or, send this appeal form(PDF, 316KB) to:

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

Fax: (510) 238-3304

Email: adaprograms@oaklandca.gov