dss.gov.au Australian Disability Parking Scheme : Department of Social Services
Name of the Organization : Department of Social Services
Type of Facility : Australian Disability Parking Scheme
Country : Australia
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Website : https://www.dss.gov.au/disability-and-carers
Australian Disability Parking Scheme :
The Australian Disability Parking Scheme helps eligible people park nearer to their destination. For information in your area on how to apply for the Australian Disability Parking Permit, please use the links below.
Related : Department of Social Services National Rental Affordability Scheme Australia : www.statusin.org/7065.html
These links will also take you to information about new national eligibility criteria and national minimum standards for disability parking concessions.
Using your permit:
The Australian Disability Parking Permit has enhanced security features to help reduce the abuse of permits and it is recognised across Australia.
Permit holders can park in parking spaces showing the international symbol of access and can receive concessions in most public parking spaces where the sign or meter shows specific time limits. For further information about permits that are not part of the Australian Disability Parking Scheme, please contact the issuing agency in your area.
The national minimum standards for disability parking concessions give States and Territories the flexibility to provide additional concessions to meet the needs of local permit holders. All disability parking permit holders will therefore need to check the local rules for parking and obey all other road and parking conditions.
South Australia:
Australian disability parking permits are issued in South Australia for people with a disability and organisations that provide transport services.
The universal permit design is recognised in every state of Australia.
Who can apply:
You can apply for a disability parking permit in South Australia if you are person who:
** has a temporary or permanent physical impairment and
** speed of movement is severely restricted by the impairment and
** the ability to use public transport is significantly impeded by the impairment.
** In the case of a temporary physical impairment, the impairment is likely to endure for more than 6 months but is not likely to be permanent.
Organisations providing transport services to at least four people with disabilities may also apply for a disability parking permit.
How to apply – individuals:
1. Application form:
Complete the form MR256 application for an Australian disability parking permit
2. Medical practitioner:
Ask a medical practitioner to complete and sign the relevant parts of the application.
3. Lodge and pay:
Return the application to a Service SA customer service centre with the required fee.
How to apply – organisations:
1. Application form:
Complete the MR256A form for an organisation requiring an Australian disability parking permit.
2. Declaration:
Declare that the permit will only be used when transporting persons who fit the above definition.
3. Lodge and pay:
Return the application to a Service SA customer service centre with the required fee.
Payment rates :
** The payment rates for Disability Support Pension are updated on 20 March and 20 September each year for those 21 years of age and over or under 21 years of age with children.
** The rates are updated on 1 January of each year for those under 21 years of age without children.
** The rate of Disability Support Pension paid may be affected by your or your partner’s income and assets.
** Maximum payment rates of Disability Support Pension if you are 21 years of age or over, or under 21 years of age with children
| Pension rates per fortnight | Single | Couple each | Couple combined | Couple each, separated due to ill health |
| Maximum basic rate | $814.00 | $613.60 | $1,227.20 | $814.00 |
| Maximum Pension Supplement | $66.30 | $50.00 | $100.00 | $66.30 |
| Energy Supplement | $14.10 | $10.60 | $21.20 | $14.10 |
| TOTAL | $894.40 | $674.20 | $1,348.40 | $894.40 |
| If you are under 21 years of age with no children | Maximum rate per fortnight |
| single, under 18 years of age, at home | $364.20 |
| single, under 18 years of age, independent | $562.20 |
| single, 18-20 years of age, at home | $412.80 |
| single, 18-20 years of age, independent | $562.20 |
| a member of a couple, up to and including 20 years of age | $562.20 |
Claiming :
** Check if you’re eligible before you start your claim.
Then :
** contact the department to discuss claiming Disability Support Pension
** read the conditions for claiming
** complete your claim form and supporting documentation
** obtain medical evidence
** submit your claim and all supporting evidence
** we’ll then assess your claim and let you know the outcome