A trade parking permit allows your business to park one vehicle in any controlled parking zone (CPZ) in Merton, using the designated parking bays.

If you only need to park in one CPZ, a business permit may be more suitable.

Trade parking permits are e-permits (virtual permits), so there is no need to display a physical permit.

They are available to businesses or tradespersons who are required to carry out work on any property within a controlled parking zone.

Where you can use it 

There are some locations where the trade permit is not valid: these are listed in the terms and conditions. Please ensure that you check these before progressing with your application.

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Log in or register to buy a permit

We changed our online service for buying parking permits on 5 November 2024. You will need to register for a new account the first time you use the new system. 

Find out more about the new online service for parking permits.

You need to prove your eligibility before you purchase a trade permit. You will need to upload documents in support of your application. In order to prove your eligibility for a trade e-permit you must provide a covering letter explaining why the permit is essential, and one of the following:

• a copy of the contract detailing the duration of the expected works to be carried out
• planning permission documents
• a copy of an invoice

All supporting documents must clearly state the property address and be dated within the last 3 months.

Trade permits are vehicle specific. You must provide proof of vehicle ownership at the time of your application. 

Costs

If any of the vehicles you register are a diesel, a supplement charge of £75 will apply. This supplement charge is applicable if any diesel vehicle is registered irrespective of the duration the vehicle is used for.  

If your vehicle has higher CO2 emissions and emits 226g/km or more, a supplement charge of £75 will apply. This supplement charge is applicable if irrespective of the duration the vehicle is used for.  

The fuel type supplements listed above are separate charges and both may apply during the permit duration depending on the vehicle changes that are made.