Yes, for the last stretch to the summit you do. The common workaround is to hike or take the cable car partway and then use a reserved spot for the final section.
If you’re planning a proper summit day, sort that out early, because the quota is tight and the good slots go fast. For just wandering around the park, though, you usually don’t need summit permission.
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