Obtaining a Disabled or Elderly Placard/Plate

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Obtaining a Disabled or Elderly Placard/Plate

To qualify as a visual disability, a person must have visual acuity of: •20/200 or less in the better eye with correcting lenses, or •more than 20/200, but a limited field of vision in which the widest diameter of the visual field subtends an angle of 20 degrees or less. The placards and plates are also available for individuals with physical limitations, including those who: •cannot walk 200 feet without stopping to rest •cannot walk without the use of, or assistance from, a brace, cane, crutch, another person, prosthetic device, wheelchair or other assistive device •are severely restricted by lung disease •use portable oxygen •have a severe cardiac condition •are severely limited in the ability to walk due to an arthritic, neurological or orthopedic condition, or •have a foot disorder or other condition that severely limits the ability to walk. To obtain a disabled placard or plate: •Complete and sign an Application for Persons With Disabilities Parking

Placard and/or License Plate at txdmv.gov •Have a licensed physician, podiatrist, optometrist, physician’s assistant, or advanced practice nurse complete the Disability Statement portion of the form. •Include a fee of $5 for a parking placard for a temporary condition; permanent plates and placards are free. •Mail the original application to the address on the form.

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