Parking Resources

Courtesy Reminders Addressing Accessible Parking for Texans with Disabilities Now Available

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Request Reminders (Limit 1): aenglish@governor.state.tx.us

Austin – Courtesy reminders addressing the use of parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities are now available through the Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities.

The reminders, which can be placed under the windshield wipers of inappropriately parked vehicles, educate individuals about accessible parking responsibilities under Texas law. Reminders contain information about utilizing access aisles, parking across ramps, and parking in accessible spaces. Eligibility to use parking placards and guidelines for transporting a person with a disability are also covered.

"Accessible parking begins a path of travel to work, shop, eat and much more for an estimated 4 million Texans with disabilities," said Pat Pound, Executive Director of the Committee. "It is our hope that these reminders will educate more Texans on the laws of this state and how extremely important these parking spaces are to people with disabilities."

Courtesy reminders can be used without formal training or participation in a volunteer parking program. To protect the safety of all concerned, use of the reminders is recommended only when a vehicle is not occupied.

To order courtesy reminders call the Governor's Committee at 512-463-5739 or dial 711 for Relay Services, or visit http://www.governor.state.tx.us/disabilities.

For information about accessible parking:

http://www.governor.state.tx.us/disabilities/resources/keylaws/parking

For technical information about accessible parking and the Texas Accessibility Standards, visit the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation website:

http://www.license.state.tx.us/AB/tas/abtas4a.htm#4.6

The Governor's Committee recommends changes in disability policies and programs in the areas of access, communication, education, health, housing, transportation, and workforce. In addition to evaluating the implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Committee supports a network of committees on people with disabilities and issues awards as a way to promote greater awareness.

• Frequently Asked Questions about Texas Parking Laws
• Key Texas Laws: Parking and Buying Gas

Local Committee Information

• Chart of Volunteer Parking Programs in Texas

Texas Legislation and Regulation:

• Texas Law:

  • Texas Transportation Code, Section 681 -- Privileged Parking
    
    

• Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation:

  • Texas Accessibility Standards
  • TDLR Complaint Form
    
    

• Texas Department of Transportation:

  • Frequently Asked Questions about Disabled Parking Placards
  • Application for Parking Placards or License Plates (PDF)
  • List of County Tax Assessor/Collectors
    
    

U.S. Department of Justice:

• Guidance on Parking Lot Restriping