Permit Parking

About the Program

The Town of Ingersoll's Downtown Permit Parking Program provides dedicated monthly, quarterly, and annual parking spaces in four municipal lots within the downtown core. Permits are available for daytime use (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) or overnight use (6:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.), Monday through Sunday.

Permits are a limited municipal resource. Where demand exceeds supply, permits are allocated through a lottery system. The Town is committed to making every effort to accommodate all applicants.

🆕 New for 2026
This is the inaugural year of the formal Permit Parking Program. All initial permits will be allocated through a lottery. Existing permit holders do not receive priority in the initial draw.

Permit Parking Locations & Availability

Permit parking is available in the following four municipal lots. For lot locations, please refer to Schedule 'B' included with the application form.

Market Lane South

☀️ Daytime 6 Spaces

🌙 Overnight 6 Spaces

Market Lane North

☀️ Daytime 14 Spaces

🌙 Overnight 14 Spaces

Oxford Street
(South of King St.)

☀️ Daytime 12 Spaces

🌙 Overnight 10 Spaces

Charles Street

☀️ Daytime 12 Spaces

🌙 Overnight 12 Spaces

Note on Oxford Street Lot

The Oxford Street South lot has been designated as a permit-only lot for 2026, with the exception of the accessible parking space. Overnight spaces are located in the southernmost row. The number of overnight spaces may increase following planned lot reconstruction in 2027.

Permit Types & Hours

Daytime Permit ☀️

Valid Monday through Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Available to downtown residents and downtown businesses/employees.

Residents & Businesses

Overnight Permit 🌙

Valid Monday through Sunday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Primarily intended for downtown core residents.

Primarily Residents

2026 Permit Fees

Permits are available on a monthly, four-month (quarterly), or annual basis. Longer-term permits receive a discounted rate.

* All amounts are subject to applicable HST. Fees are set by Town Council through the Fees and Charges By-law. Permits commence on the first day of a calendar month.

Who Can Apply

Eligibility varies by permit type. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application.

Downtown Residents 🏠

Residents living within the downtown core may apply for overnight permits. Proof of residence is required (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement, or government-issued ID showing your address).

Downtown Businesses & Employees 🏢

Business owners and employees working in the downtown core may apply for daytime permits. Proof of business occupancy is required (e.g., business licence, lease agreement, or letter from employer on letterhead).

Business Permit Options
Business owners may choose between a

Shared Single Permit
(a hang tag displaying the business name, for use by authorized staff on a rotating basis)

Non-Transferable Permit
(assigned to a specific individual).

The Town reserves the right to limit the number of business permits per lot where demand exceeds supply, and will make every effort to accommodate all requests.

How to Apply

All initial permit applications for the 2026 program must be submitted using the Permit Parking Application form. Follow the steps below.

Complete the Application Form

Access the Permit Parking Application form. Complete all applicable sections, including your lot preference ranking and permit type. Attach proof of eligibility.

Submit Before the Deadline

Applications for the May 1, 2026 allocation must be received by April 22, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Late applications will be placed on a waiting list or assigned a space as one becomes available.

Lottery Draw (if demand exceeds supply)

If more eligible applications are received than spaces available, permits will be allocated by lottery. Annual permit applicants are prioritized first, followed by four-month, then monthly. Unsuccessful applicants will be placed on a waiting list.

Receive Your Permit

Successful applicants will be contacted by the Clerk's Department. Payment is required to finalize the permit. Permits must be clearly displayed in your vehicle at all times when parked in a designated permit space.

Renewals

Existing annual permit holders in good standing have a first right of refusal to renew their permit for the subsequent year. Renewals open one month before expiry and must be completed and paid at least two business days before the permit expires.

Monthly and quarterly permit holders may renew up to three business days before expiry. The Town does not send renewal reminders — it is the permit holder's responsibility to monitor their expiry date.

⏰ Key Dates
Application Deadline: April 22, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Permit Start Date: May 1, 2026
Renewal Window Opens: One month before expiry
Winter Control Period: December 1 – March 31

📞 Contact Us

For questions about the permit parking program, contact the Clerk's Department:

📍 130 Oxford St., 2nd Floor
Ingersoll ON N5C 2V5
📧 clerks@ingersoll.ca
📞 519-485-0120
🕐 Monday–Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(excluding holidays)

📋 Related Documents

Permit Parking Policy
Full policy governing the program, including allocation rules, eligibility, and enforcement.

Fees & Charges By-law
Complete schedule of permit fees as adopted by Council.

Parking Information
General downtown parking details.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. A permit grants you the right to park in a designated permit area, but does not reserve a specific space. Permit holders park in any available space within the designated permit row or area for their lot.

Yes. You may register up to two licence plates to a single permit; however, only one vehicle may occupy the permitted space at any given time. Business shared permits may be used by multiple staff vehicles as scheduled by the business, provided only one vehicle uses the space at a time.

Late applications will be waitlisted or assigned a space as availability permits, in accordance with the Permit Parking Policy. Contact the Clerk's Department to confirm your status.

Yes. Permit holders may surrender a permit partway through the permit period. The Town will issue a refund for the unused portion, less an administration fee. Contact the Clerk's Department to initiate the process.

Lost permits may be replaced upon payment of the applicable replacement fee as set out in the Town's Fees and Charges By-law. Contact the Clerk's Department.

Yes. Business owners undertaking renovations in the downtown core may apply for a temporary permit for up to two contractor or trades vehicles. Applications must be submitted at least one month before the proposed start date and must include the anticipated duration of the work. Temporary permits are issued in one-month intervals, subject to staff approval, and are subject to applicable fees.

Town of Ingersoll
130 Oxford Street (2nd Floor), Ingersoll, ON, N5C 2V5, Map this location
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Permit Parking

Permit Parking

About the Program

Permit Parking Locations & Availability

Permit Types & Hours

Daytime Permit ☀️

Overnight Permit 🌙

2026 Permit Fees

Who Can Apply

How to Apply

Complete the Application Form

Submit Before the Deadline

Lottery Draw (if demand exceeds supply)

Receive Your Permit

Renewals

⏰ Key Dates

📞 Contact Us

📋 Related Documents

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a permit guarantee me a specific parking space?

Can I register more than one vehicle to my permit?

What happens if I miss the application deadline?

Can I get a refund if I no longer need my permit?

What if my permit is lost or stolen?

Are there temporary permits for downtown construction or renovation?

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