Trades’ parking permits will be available to any qualifying trades businesses working in Edinburgh (the business itself need not be located within Edinburgh). There is no limit to the number of permits a qualifying business may apply for and a single permit may be used by several registered vehicles, however only one vehicle will be able to use a single permit at any given time.
The trades’ permit will allow all day parking in Pay and Display parking bays throughout Edinburgh and also in Residents’ or Shared Use parking spaces between the hours of 9.00am and 4.30pm (providing there are no further parking restrictions in force). Please note that a trades' permit does not entitle the holder to park in a residential mews. The following trades' permits will be available:
Annual trades’ permit - £1000
Monthly trades’ permit - £100
In order to apply for a trades’ parking permit, the business must meet the following criteria:
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The business must undertake a qualifying trade, i.e. decorator, plumber, tiler, kitchen fitter etc.
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The applicant must pay non-domestic (or business) rates for the business premises; and
Click to view an illustrative list of qualifying trades businesses
In addition, any registered vehicles must also meet the following criteria:
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The vehicle must be registered/leased to the business or applicant; and
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The vehicle must be insured for business use; and
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The vehicle must be permanently liveried with the business name and contact details.
The applicant must also make a legal declaration that any registered vehicles are essential for the daily operation of the business as a base for materials and equipment throughout the working day and provide a brief description to this effect. Trades’ permits are not available for staff commuting.
Click to view a list of Frequently Asked Questions about trades' parking permits
Click for further information about how to apply for a trades’ parking permit
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