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Disability Parking in Tampa

• Tampa, Florida Disability Parking Laws

  • Long‑term or temporary mobility impairments that severely limit walking, the use of assistive devices, or legal blindness.
  • A licensed physician, podiatrist, optometrist, PA, or APRN must certify your condition on Form HSMV83039.
  • Permanent permits are valid for 4 years and are issued at no cost.
  • Temporary permits are valid for up to 6 months and require a $15 fee.
  • Using someone else’s placard is a second‑degree misdemeanor, up to a $1000 fine or six months in jail, plus towing and confiscation of the permit.
  • Submitting false medical information can result in criminal penalties for both the applicant and the certifying physician.
  • The permit must be displayed clearly on the rear view mirror when parked in a designated space.
  • The Florida DMV does not automatically issue the placard. Applicants must submit their paperwork to their local Tax Collector or DMV Office.

  Pregnancy Parking Permit (2025)

  As of July 1, 2025, Florida is offering temporary disabled parking permit for pregnant women. The permit is valid for up to one year and requires a signed doctor's note. To apply, expectant mothers in Tampa must submit Form HSMV 83040, certified by a licensed physician. The cost of the permit is $15.

• Documents You’ll Need

  To apply for, replace, or renew a Tampa, FL disability parking placard, the required documents vary slightly depending on your situation. Here's a breakdown:

  New Permanent or Temporary Placard

  To apply for a new disability parking placard in Tampa, FL, you'll need:

  • Form HSMV 83039, completed and signed by a licensed medical professional within the last 12 months
  • A valid Florida driver’s license or state-issued ID card

  Veteran Exemption

  Veterans who are 100% permanently and totally disabled may qualify without a physician’s certification. Instead, submit:

  • VA Form Letter 27-333, issued within the past 12 months (This replaces the medical portion of Form HSMV 83039.)

  Online Doctor’s Certification

  If applying through a telehealth service like ParkingMD, you can get your evaluation done completely online. You'll receive:

  • A signed medical certification (Form HSMV 83039) delivered to you via email within 24-48 hours, ready for DMV submission

  Lost or Stolen Placard Replacement

  If your placard is lost or stolen, you’ll need to provide:

  • Form HSMV 83039 (medical section may be skipped if your permit is still valid)
  • Form HSMV 83146 (Replacement Affidavit)
  • A copy of your current placard registration

  Note

  If your disability makes it difficult or impossible to obtain a state ID, your physician can complete the exemption section on Form HSMV 83146 to waive the ID requirement.

• Permanent Placards

  • Expire every 4 years on the holder’s birthday.
  • Renewal requires a new Form HSMV83039 dated within the last 12months, no doctor’s note, no renewal.
  • No fee; many counties let you renew by mail or through the MyDMV portal once your new certificate is on file.

  Temporary Placards

  • Valid for up to 6months; if mobility issues persist, apply for a second placard within 12months at no extra charge.

  Replacing a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Placard

  • Complete Form HSMV83039 (medical certification not required if your current permit is still valid).
  • Submit Form HSMV83146 (lost/stolen affidavit).
  • Present both forms at any county Tax Collector or DMV service center. There’s no fee for a permanent replacement; temporary replacements follow the same $15 fee rule unless you’re within the 12‑month window.

  Turnaround Time

  Most Florida DMV offices issue the physical placard the same day once paperwork is complete; mail‑in requests typically arrive within 1‑3weeks (check your county office for exact timing).