Transportation Services

Permit Display Information

All permits must be displayed in the approved position on the vehicle with permit numbers visible. Permits not displayed in accordance with the provisions of this section are not valid, and vehicles displaying them improperly are subject to citation. Washington Administrative Code 504-15-520

Daily Permits:

Daily Permits must be displayed by hanging from rear view mirror with permit number side facing out. When using Scratch Off permits, be sure the scratch off side is facing outside.

Annual Permits:

Corner of Front Windshield

The most preferred display location is the lower left hand corner of front windshield. This position does not obstruct your vision during driving.

Attach with suction cup, place permit in lower left hand corner of front windshield. Permit number MUST BE FULLY VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES.  This display method allows the permit to be moved between vehicles. 

Tip: Slightly moisten the suction cup, firmly place on glass. Replacement suction cups are available at the Parking and Transportation Services office.

Hanging Permit

Attach with elastic string, display permit by hanging from the rear view mirror.  Permit number MUST BE FULLY VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES. This display method allows the permit to be moved between vehicles. Replacement elastic strings are available at the Parking and Transportation Services office.

Note: This display position MAY obstruct your vision during driving.

Other Display Options:

Affixed Directly to Windshield

Attach permit to lower left hand corner of front windshield. Permit number MUST BE FULLY VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES. This display method DOES NOT allow the permit to be moved between vehicles. Ideal for convertibles.

Motorcycles and Mopeds:

Motorcycle and moped permits must be mounted completely by means of their own adhesive and prominently displayed on the left rear side of the vehicle, or on top of the rear tail light.

Transportation Services, PO Box 645500, Pullman WA 99164-5500, (509) 335-PARK (7275), Contact Us