Commercial Loading Zone Permit

A Commercial Loading Zone (CLZ) permit is for commercial vehicles as defined in SMC 16A.04.100. A Commercial Loading Zone permit allows the permit holder to park in sign-designated Commercial Loading Zones while actively and expeditiously loading and unloading for up to 30 minutes (SMC 16A.05.060.B). Commercial Loading Zone hours vary; the hours for each zone are displayed on the Commercial Loading Zone signage.

The City of Spokane requires all companies who deliver within City limits to have a valid City of Spokane Business License.

Note: Food trucks, taxis/cabs, and mobile vendors are NOT eligible for Commercial Loading Zone permits. Find permitting information for mobile vendors on the Business Licenses page.

Fees
Permit Type Fee
Commercial Loading Zone Permit – Annual $100
Commercial Loading Zone Permit – Annual Pro-rated (on or after July 1) $50
Commercial Loading Zone Permit – Single Day $15
How to Purchase

Commercial Loading Zone permits may be purchased online at parkspokane.aimsparking.com.

View step-by-step instructions for purchasing a Commercial Loading Zone permit online (PDF 164 KB).

Guidelines
General Questions
Q: I have a new license plate number. How do I update the license plate number associated with my permit?

A: Please email us at parkingpermits@spokanecity.org or call 509.625.6830 to update your permit. We will need the permit number and the new license plate, state and make. There is no fee to update your vehicle.

Q: What if I provided the wrong license plate number for the permit?

A: The license plate number, state and make must match what is on the vehicle's registration or a ticket may be issued. Please contact us at 509.625.6830 or email parkingpermits@spokanecity.org to update your license plate number if you provided the wrong license plate number.


Contact Us

Have a question about parking? Call 311, or for outside city limits, 509.755.CITY (2489).