I feel that the information in the article is accurate as the Ontario government (or any other State, Provincial or Municipal goverment) does not have authority over another jurisdiction. While the Ontario government clearly indicates that they recognize visitor's accessible parking permits, it may not be the same everywhere.
I thought the original question was not whether visitor permits were valid in Ontario, but whether Ontario permits are valid in the US.
Thanks all for the feedback. Its not as straight forward as I thought but getting an education on how this all works so will keep an eye on this thread for sure.
That was the original question, but then the discussion turned to the article quoted by Points Surfer. I simply feel that the response noted in the article is accurate as the Ontario provincial government cannot guarantee that an Ontario accessible parking permit will be accepted everywhere. All the Ontario provincial government can do is ensure that they accept parking permits from other jurisdictions as that is within their authority.
To your point about Canada and the United States both being ECMT associate members, it does seem odd to me that Nova Scotia would find it necessary to enter into specific reciprocity agreements with only select, individual states - and that those states also felt the need to have the agreements in place.
Anyway, as others have indicated, my observations while travelling have also been that provided the parking permit is used correctly and by its intended user, they seem to be accepted.
Just as an FYI I thought I'd add a note about a recent experience in Montreal.
I have a Pennsylvania permit/hang tag and as the parking ticket writer was walking down the block as I fed the meter, I asked about my permit being acceptable there (car was in a handicapped space on street). He said as long as I fed the meter, I could park there all day.
So: non Canadian permit accepted, no meter exemption. Worked out well for me.
Hello,
My wife has a temporary handicapped parking plastic tag (the ones that you hang from your rear view mirror) due to broken foot.
We are traveling to Hawaii shortly and were wondering if they are recognised / valid there?
Also, in CA you can park for free at normal meter spots.
Q. Is that true in Hawaii?
The only problem you'll face in FL is that about 50% of drivers seem to display handicapped permits, and open spaces can become sparse
Many of the ones who don't should, although in the case of some of them, their
handicaps are cerebral instead of physical. Folks objecting to my comments are warned that I'm 72 and not disparaging the frailties of the elderly.
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Hello,
My wife has a temporary handicapped parking plastic tag (the ones that you hang from your rear view mirror) due to broken foot.
We are traveling to Hawaii shortly and were wondering if they are recognised / valid there?
Also, in CA you can park for free at normal meter spots.
Q. Is that true in Hawaii?
Thanks for any replies
We had a Canadian ON permit, it was honoured in HI. There are some handicapped metred spots which you need to pay and have the permit.
My procedure with my parents is when in doubt, just put money in the metre. Better than having a ticket charged to your rental plus all the handling fees.
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The only problem you'll face in FL is that about 50% of drivers seem to display handicapped permits, and open spaces can become sparse
Many of the ones who don't should, although in the case of some of them, their
handicaps are cerebral instead of physical. Folks objecting to my comments are warned that I'm 72 and not disparaging the frailties of the elderly.
My father understands your point. Seems like every second car in FL has a permit.
Hello,
My wife has a temporary handicapped parking plastic tag (the ones that you hang from your rear view mirror) due to broken foot.
We are traveling to Hawaii shortly and were wondering if they are recognised / valid there?
Also, in CA you can park for free at normal meter spots.
Q. Is that true in Hawaii?
Thanks for any replies
All US states have reciprocity agreements.
According to this Hawaii Parking Users Guide, you can park at metered spots on county streets (but not on residential and commercial properties) without paying. I'd check the regulations of whatever municipality you are planning to visit to see if that's also true on municipal streets. Google is your friend.
According to this Hawaii Parking Users Guide, you can park at metered spots on county streets (but not on residential and commercial properties) without paying. I'd check the regulations of whatever municipality you are planning to visit to see if that's also true on municipal streets. Google is your friend.
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All US states have reciprocity agreements.
US states do NOT have "reciprocity agreements." US states are bound by the "full faith and credit" clause of the US Constitution, the same clause that allows the use of your out-of-state drivers' license and license plates in any US state.
I don't know about reciprocity for US vs Canada disabled placards, presumably there is reciprocity for drivers' licenses and license plates, and no sane cop or judge would punish someone with a valid disabled placard because it was issued in Canada (or the US).
Meter parking varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, get out your smartphone and google ($city_name meter parking handicapped)
I don't know about reciprocity for US vs Canada disabled placards, presumably there is reciprocity for drivers' licenses and license plates, and no sane cop or judge would punish someone with a valid disabled placard because it was issued in Canada (or the US).
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I'm sorry if I'm intruding, but just wanted to make sure: my 78 year old mom and I are taking a road trip from NC to Toronto this spring. She has a valid handicapped placard for NC in her name and of course has the proper registration card for that permit in the glove box of the car at all times. I'm understanding from this that we can use designated spaces in Canada as long as the permit is hers and she's in the car at the time and the permit is properly displayed when we park. (Mom has a treated and controlled heart condition, one knee replaced, and the other well past its sell-by date, if you'll pardon the bad joke, and walks short distances with a cane but rides in a wheelchair if there's a lot of walking. She's a tough old bird, though and is excited about our upcoming trip!)
I'm sort of glad I stumbled across this thread because I have to admit, I'd only JUST thought of this right now at this moment!
I think your understanding is correct, and you should relax and concentrate on other aspects of the trip. I hope that you and your mom have a lovely time!
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I think your understanding is correct, and you should relax and concentrate on other aspects of the trip. I hope that you and your mom have a lovely time!
Thank you! Passed this on to Mom today so she can 'check one more thing' from her list!
I would caution that while NYS does honor other states blue hang tag that is not true of New York City. NYC does not honor any (even NYS hang tag) for parking anyplace on the street. There are no handicapped spaces on the streets and the only permit accepted is the NYC Permit placard which is not a hang tag. In NYC you will be ticketed and possibly towed if you rely on any blue hang tag.
