Overview
You need to apply for a resident permit to park your vehicle if you live in a controlled parking zone (CPZ).
A permit lasts one year. You can also apply for a four-week temporary resident permit if you either:
- only need a resident permit for a short period
- do not yet have the proof you need to apply for a one-year resident permit
Permit charges
Our charges for one-year permits are based on:
- your vehicle's emissions band
- the number of vehicles in your household
Diesel surcharge
There is a surcharge for resident permits for diesel vehicles. This is because diesel vehicles are worse for the environment than petrol vehicles.
The following table shows our resident permit charges for 2025/26.
| Emissions band | First vehicle | Second vehicle | Third vehicle | Fourth vehicle | Fifth vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | £60 | £150 | £245 | £335 | £425 |
| 2 | £70 | £160 | £255 | £345 | £435 |
| 3 | £80 | £170 | £265 | £355 | £445 |
| 4 | £90 | £180 | £275 | £365 | £455 |
| 5 | £100 | £190 | £285 | £375 | £465 |
| 6 | £120 | £210 | £305 | £395 | £485 |
| 7 | £140 | £230 | £325 | £405 | £505 |
| Diesel surcharge | £75 | £75 | £75 | £75 | £75 |
Apply for a permit
See: Apply for a resident parking permit
Change your permit
If you are changing vehicles or moving to another parking zone, you will need to request a change to your permit.
If you are using a courtesy car while your normal vehicle is being serviced, you will need to request free temporary cover for that vehicle.
Cancellation, refunds and replacements
You can contact us to cancel a permit, request a refund on a permit or request a replacement paper permit.
You can claim a refund if three months or more are left until the permit's expiry date. This is calculated based on the period of time left on the permit and is subject to a £20 administration fee.
Contact us
- email: hounslow.permits@nsl.co.uk
