A disabled or handicap parking placard, often referred to as a decal or sticker, is a sign that's displayed on a disabled driver's rear-view mirror, permitting only the person to whom the placard was registered to park in designated disabled parking spots. In some states, a person's county tax office issues the placards. In other states, the Department of Motor Vehicles handles placards. Disabled drivers are notified via mail when it's time to renew their placard. The renewal process differs slightly from state to state but the following guidelines apply in most states.
Ensure that you receive your renewal notice/application in the mail prior to your placard's expiration date. Contact your county tax office if your renewal date is near and you have not yet received your notice.
Complete your renewal application. Once you have received your renewal notice, fill out your renewal form. Some states require that your doctor fill out the "Disability Statement" section of the form.
Take your completed application to your county tax office. Along with your new application, you may also need to present your driver's license, a copy of your original application, your expiring placard, and proof of your disability, which you provided when applying for your original placard. Also, be prepared to pay the renewal fee (which varies from state to state).
