DOT's Highway Inspection & Quality Assurance (HIQA) enforces the laws and rules that govern the way utilities, plumbers, contractors, other governmental agencies, and property owners perform work on the City's sidewalks, roadways and highways. DOT's inspectors also review work sites for compliance with permit stipulations, and issue violations when they find non-compliance with the laws and rules.

Annual On-Street Parking Permits (AOSPP) are issued to not-for-profit organizations. The permit allows vehicles limited standing and parking privileges in loading zones and at parking meters while carrying out the organization's mission.

Parking Permits for People with Disabilities (PPPD- State) are issued to people who are eligible to obtain a New York State parking permit, and the person has been certified by a physician as having a disability that severely affects the person’s ability to walk for long distances.

Parking Permits for People with Disabilities (PPPD- City) are issued to people who have a disability that severely and permanently impairs mobility and requires the use of a private automobile for transportation. Non-drivers, such as children with qualifying disabilities, are also eligible for consideration.

Agency Business Parking Permits (ABPP) are issued to government employees who need to park while conducting official business and are valid for three-hour parking in No Parking, Truck Loading, and metered zones.