- Hearing impaired individuals are eligible for specially designated disabled parking permits. According to Georgia Code, hearing impaired can include anyone whose hearing prevents the understanding of oral communications when spoken in a normal, conversational tone. Depending on the degree of impairment, some individuals may be ineligible to receive a driver's license.
- Visually impaired individuals eligible for specially designated disabled parking permits are generally not eligible to receive drivers' licenses. Their caretaker, however, can apply for the affidavit. According to Georgia Code, blind individuals are defined as those who possess central vision acuity worse than 20/200 in their better eye. The definition also includes individuals who have extreme disparities between the seeing abilities of each eye.
- Individuals who have problems walking are eligible for specially designated disabled parking permits. Ambulatory disabilities are associated with a wide range of ailments. According to Georgia Code, individuals who are unable to walk more than 200 feet without stopping for rest are eligible for permits. The definition includes anyone who needs a brace, cane, crutch, another person, prosthetic device, wheelchair or portable oxygen. Cardiac and respiratory conditions may also qualify an individual for a parking permit.
- Individuals suffering from temporary disabilities are eligible for specially designated disabled parking. Temporary disabilities are generally defined as lasting 180 days or less. Pregnant women are eligible for permits. Individuals who have broken a bone or are recovering from surgery may be eligible for a permit.
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