From the Research
In Ohio, to obtain a handicap parking sticker (disability placard), a patient must have a qualifying mobility impairment certified by a healthcare professional, including conditions such as inability to walk 200 feet without stopping to rest, use of portable oxygen, or severe limitation in walking due to arthritic, neurological, or orthopedic condition. The provided evidence does not directly address the rules for obtaining a handicap parking sticker in Ohio, but based on general knowledge, qualifying conditions for a handicap parking sticker typically include severe mobility impairments.
- The patient must complete a BMV 4826 form, which requires certification from a physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse, optometrist, or chiropractor 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
- The healthcare provider must verify the specific disability and indicate whether it's temporary (up to 6 months) or permanent (up to 5 years, renewable).
- Once completed, the form can be submitted at any Ohio BMV office with a $3.50 fee for a placard.
- For temporary placards, patients need recertification after the expiration date, while permanent placards require renewal every five years.
- Patients with permanent disabilities may also qualify for special license plates with the same certification. This system ensures that limited accessible parking spaces remain available for those with genuine mobility challenges that make standard parking spaces difficult or dangerous to use.