Is your moving date on the horizon? It's time to start thinking about parking permits for your transport vehicle(s). You'll move in the best possible conditions, saving precious time and minimizing your efforts or those of the professionals involved. Follow the advice of Les Gentlemen du Déménagement to load and unload with complete peace of mind!
What is a parking permit for a move?
This is an exceptional authorization that allows you to park temporarily in a space belonging to the public domain. If your removal van is double-parked, or if it encroaches on the roadway to impede pedestrian traffic, parking permit is mandatory. On the other hand, if you have private parking, such as a space in a building parking lot, it's not necessary.
Please note, however, that if the professional movers are unable to park as close to your home as possible, a "portage fee" may be added to your invoice. The greater the distance between your home and the truck, the higher the "portage fee" will be. As you can see, the removal parking permit protects you from these additional charges.
Where can I request a parking permit for a move?
In the vast majority of towns and cities, parking permits for removals are issued by the town hall. Requests can be made by filling in a form on their website, or by post. The recommended deadline for this administrative procedure is two to three weeks before the moving date.
If you live in Paris, you'll need to apply for a parking permit at the police station in your arrondissement, rather than at the town hall. Unless it's included in your mover's package - or offered as an optional extra - you'll need to apply for a parking permit yourself.
What documents do I need to apply for a parking permit for a move?
In addition to your contact details, you will need to provide a number of other details:
- the date and time of the move ;
- the address of the old address and your new address;
- number and type of vehicle ;
- registration and length of each vehicle;
- whether or not to install a freight elevator.
Take care to anticipate the space you'll need for your vehicles and to facilitate the handling of heavy pieces of furniture: it's a good idea to allow for an extra margin!
You will also need to provide :
- a copy of your identity card ;
- proof of address.
If you are moving house or moving close to a sensitive site (embassy, ministry, etc.), additional supporting documents may be required.
Once you've sent this information to the Town Hall, they'll send you a municipal by-law that you can post near the reserved parking space 24 to 48 hours before moving day, and on the windscreen of the transport vehicle on moving day. In addition to complying with the law, this by-law will enable you to have any vehicle parked in your place removed by the pound. It's also worth noting that some municipalities offer free road signs and barriers, so don't hesitate to ask.
How much does it cost to obtain a parking permit for a move?
As parking is a matter for each municipality, the cost of applying for a moving permit will depend on where you live. Although the municipal by-law is issued free of charge, the cost of parking or blocking a space may be added.
Can a request for a parking permit for a move be refused?
Indeed, if the date of your move falls on a market day, and the space you are requesting is usually reserved for a commercial stand, or if the space is reserved for cash-in-transit or public services, your request for a parking permit may be refused.
Les Gentlemen du Déménagement can help you with administrative tasks such as applying for parking permits. Don't hesitate to contact us now and request a quote for your move!