Welcome to the FDA Parking Page

Parking Updated (8/12/2008) The 1800-block of Hanover Ave and the 100-300 blocks of N. Allen Ave have been added to the Fan Residential Restricted Parking District-Zone 2 and will go in affect on or about September 1, 2008

(Parking Update (5/22/2008) 2007 Parking decals will be extended through July 31, 2008. This will allow for the printing and sale of decals that will correspond with the creation of 2 Zones within the existing Parking District.

New Decals to be used for Zones 1 and 2

Zone 1 Decal
Zone 2 Decal
Zone 1 Decal
Zone 2 Decal
Annual Visitor Pass will look the same however this year it will be laminated to reduce fading. Zone 1 will use a Turquoise colored AVpass. Annual Visitor Pass will look the same however this year it will be laminated to reduce fading. Zone 1 will use a Yellow colored AVpass.

The purpose of this web page is to provide information about parking, parking restrictions, and how to obtain a Temporary Permit in the Fan District.

Fan Restricted District - White Paper

  The City of Richmond   and it's contractor Lanier Parking System
want to ensure that all Parking Laws and Regulation are being enforced in an effort to make the Fan a safe place to live and work and that residents have a place to park.

Please report problems to Lanier Parking Systems
on 225-PARK (7275)

CITY OF RICHMOND REVIEW OF RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMIT PROGRAM
City Parking Enforcement Information
and
Administrative Review Form
Lanier's NEW Administrative Procedures for Citations issued in ERROR

Annual Decals
and
Annual Visitor Passes

Fan Residential Restricted Parking District (FRRP) decals (Fan Decals) are issued for the period of July 1of the current year to June 30 of the following year. Currently residents of the area covered by the FRRP (see map) are eligible to purchase a decal as long as they meet the criteria as established by City Code:

  • Resident of the FRRP District - Vehicle registered at current address, or
  • Renter of Property within the FRRP District - Vehicle registered at current address, or
  • Renter - Full time Student (12 credit- hours)
    Renters are required to have Property Owner Tenant Form along with their application.


    • For more information please visit the City's web site at http://www.ci.richmond.va.us/departments/finance/fandistrict.aspx

    Procedures for Expanding a Parking District June 2008, Version 1.1
    Ordinance 2008-105Ordinance 2008-105 To divide the Fan Residential Restricted Parking District into two zones designated as “Fan Residential Restricted Parking District – Zone 1” and “Fan Residential Restricted Parking District – Zone 2,” for the purpose of facilitating the administration and enforcement of the regulations applicable to such District.
    Ordinance 2007-300-262 To amend and reordain City Code § 102-301, concerning restricted parking districts, to provide that the Director of Public Works shall administer the residential restricted parking permit program and that the Director of Finance shall develop an implementation plan and administer the implementation of the issuance of permits in 90 days rather than 60 days.
    Ordinance 2004-179-175 To amend and reordain section 28-263 of the Code of the City of Richmond (1993), concerning the criteria for establishing restricted parking districts, to provide that, where written documentation is submitted indicating that fewer than sixty percent (60%) of the properties within the proposed district are owner-occupied, such documentation shall be required from a majority of the occupants of the properties in such proposed district rather than from a majority of the property owners in the proposed district.
       
    Residential Parking Permit Application

    This form is required to be filled out by ALL applicants who are entitled to purchase a Fan Restricted Parking District Decal. If you are a renter additional information is required, please see the document titled Property Owner - Tenant Information

    The following information is required (Please see Permit Application Instructions):

    Resident Permit application Zone 1 or Zone 2 (see Map)

  • Virginia Drivers License, or Photo ID Renters -In addition to above must provide copy of lease and a completed Property Owner - Tenant Information Form
  • Property Owner, Resident or Other - Provide Map Reference Number, or most resent Real Estate Bill or your Account Number with Department of Public Utilities to verify ownership.
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    Courtesy Fan Parking Passes


    Courtesy permits must be purchased at City Hall, Collections Division, Room 102,
     900 East Broad St, from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, Monday - Friday.

    Permits are no longer sold at the satellite facilities. (updated 8/19/08)
    Obtain a replacement decal See FAQ's
    Permit Application Instructions Instructions for Residential Parking Permit Application
    Property Owner - Tenant Information Form Additional Information required for RENTERS
    City of Richmond Parking Web site Here information can be found about the Fan Restricted Parking District, Parking Downtown, Special Event Parking, Contesting Citations, Payment Options and Email addresses.
    Special Temporary Parking Permit Application This application is used to request a special temporary parking permit. This is useful for moving in/out of a house or apartment,  if you have construction going on, but more importantly it is useful to Lower Fan Residents who live in the Fan Restricted Parking District who need to provide temporary parking for an event, family reunion, birthday party, bridge night, or a meeting.  There is no fee for this permit.  Simply fill out the form and fax or email it to Sgt Martha Robertson as indicated on the form. You will be faxed, or email a form to duplicate and give to your guests to place in their vehicle.  For more information contact Sgt Martha Robertson on 646-1717
    Expanding a restricted parking district Procedures for expanding an existing parking district as defined by the FDA other requirements may be imposed by the City of Richmond
    Creating a new Restricted Parking District A new district required 10 contiguous block-faces, support by the residents who live in the proposed district.  For more information see the City ordinance 2004-179-175
    FAQ's

    Q. I just go married and my husband/wife is not on my deed, can I still get a parking permit for his vehicle?

    A. Yes, the current ordinance applies to all members of the owners immediate family. (Richmond City Code Section 264(f) as amended 1993) However, the vehicle must be registered in compliance with DVM rules, all taxes must be paid in full and the husband/wife must have a valid drivers license showing the correct address.  Questions should be directed to Bob Herndon, Finance Department 646-6451 or Bob Herndon

    Q. If I have valid Fan Decal and get a parking ticket for parking in excess of the 1-hour limit what can I do?

    A. You can file an administrative Appeal more information.  You can download the form and fax the information to the Department of Finance.  Administrative Review Form

    Q.Am I required to remove old fan parking decals from my vehicles?

    A. Yes - Under the current Traffic Engineering Order all expired decal shall be removed. This is not only a requirement but it facilitates efficient patrolling.

    Q. I just got vanity license plates or my plate number has changed.Do I need a new Fan Decal?

    A. YES. Take your old registration and your new registration to City Hall, Room 102 and go to the back desk. They will pull from the file your current decal application form and fill out a new one. You can then take that file to the front cashiers counter and get e new decal with your new plate number. The charge for the is $1.