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Reserve street parking for a move in Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Apply online five to seven business days ahead. Victoria charges a $50 reservation fee plus $20 per metered space per da
Key information
Apply online five to seven business days ahead. Victoria charges a $50 reservation fee plus $20 per metered space per day or $15 per non-metered space per day. Most moving vehicles need two standard spaces.
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Measure space and choose the correct permit
A standard space is about six metres long. The city says most moving trucks need two spaces for the vehicle and ramp. Moving bins can remain on the street for up to five calendar days under this permit.
Contractors or trades needing work parking use the separate Road Work Permits process, not the moving reservation route.
Application and payment
Submit the application online. Five to seven business days gives staff time to process, collect payment and install restriction signs. It is not a same-day reservation service.
Staff email a payment link after processing. Pay by credit card; a PDF permit is emailed after payment.
Calculate the stated charges
Every permit has the $50 reservation fee. Metered spaces add $20 each per day; non-metered spaces add $15 each per day.
For example, two metered spaces for one day total $90 from the listed rates: $50 plus two times $20. Two non-metered spaces for one day total $80. These are calculations from the posted schedule, not a separate quoted invoice.
Key details at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Reservation fee | $50 per permit |
| Metered space | $20 per space per day |
| Non-metered space | $15 per space per day |
| Standard space | About six metres |
| Moving bin maximum | Five calendar days |
| Processing lead time | Five to seven business days |
Steps to follow
- Estimate truck and ramp space
Most vehicles need two standard spaces.
- Apply early online
Allow the full business-day processing window.
- Pay emailed link
Receive PDF permit after payment.
Useful questions and answers
Can I apply at the last minute?
The city requires five to seven business days to process applications.
How do I apply?
Online through the city’s moving reservation application.
What fee applies to every permit?
A $50 reservation fee.
What does a metered space cost?
$20 per space per day, plus the permit fee.
What does a non-metered space cost?
$15 per space per day, plus the permit fee.
How long is a standard parking space?
Approximately six metres or twenty feet.
Why might a moving truck need two spaces?
To fit the truck or trailer and its ramp.
Can I use a street moving bin?
Yes, for up to five calendar days under this permit.
When do I receive the permit?
The PDF arrives by email after payment.
Is this the permit for a contractor’s work vehicle?
No. Contractors and trades should use Road Work Permits.