Parking
Services Frequently Asked Questions
Why
Should I Register My Car(s)?
- Campus
vehicle registrations provide maximum utilization of parking space,
convenience and safety.
- Registration
keeps unauthorized vehicles off campus through strict enforcement and
identification of violators. Unless otherwise authorized, no vehicle
may be parked on student/staff/faculty lots without a properly displayed
hang tag.
- Registration
makes it possible for the Parking Office to get in touch with you promptly
on matters concerning your car.
Why
Do I Have to Pay For Parking?
The parking program is wholly self-supporting. Your purchase of a parking
permit or use of the coin lot enables us to maintain the parking facilities,
update equipment, provide frequent patrols, and purchase supplies and
equipment necessary to operate the program.
May
I purchase a Parking Permit Late in the Year at a Reduced Rate?
Yes. The cost of the parking permit is pro-rated each month. You may pay
only for the months left in the year payment period.
I
am a Student, Where May I Park?
Seven parking lots are available to students with parking permits. UT
Parking Services restricts a student vehicle to the lot designated on
the permit. A metered lot on Orleans Street between Jefferson and Court
Avenues is available to students. Student vehicles are limited to two
hours in the metered visitor lot (West of Randolph Dorm). Vehicles that
exceed the two-hour limit are issued citations.
I
Drive a Motorcycle. Where May I Park?
Motorcycle permits provide parking in all unmarked areas of the UT parking
facilities. Unmarked areas are not defined as sidewalks, grounds or buildings.
The charge is $2.00 per month. Motorcycles parked in marked designated
subscribed parking areas are charged the published rate for that lot.
Where
Do I Display My Parking Permit?
Your parking permit/hangtag should be hung on the rearview mirror with
the lot assignment facing the windshield. If your car does not have a
rearview mirror, please place the parking permit/hangtag, lot assignment
facing up, on the dash near the driver's side.
When
is Pay Meter Parking in Effect?
From 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Pay meter parking
is not enforced on holidays (when the University offices are closed).
It is enforced during the summer.
If
I Get Here Late and the Lot I am assigned to is Full, Where Should I Park?
You may come by the Parking Services Office and pick up a free one-day
permit for another lot with available spaces.
My
Leg is in a Cast -- I Can Not Walk From the Parking Lot. Where Should
I Park?
Students or employees with temporary disabilities may apply for special
parking privileges. They should submit their physician's letter stating
probable duration of disability and an explanation of the need for special
consideration to the Manager, Parking Services.
I
Have a Permit, But I Forgot It - My Car Is In the Repair Shop -- I Have
a Loaner Car-- What Should I Do?
You should come by the Parking Service Office and pick up a free one-day
a temporary permit ut to five times per calendar year. Thereafter the
charge will be 50¢. If your subscribed lot is Pauline Garage, a free
one-day temporary permit may be picked up at the parking attendant's booth
at the entrance of the garage.
I
Forgot My Permit and Forgot to Come by the Parking Services Office. Do
I Have to Pay the Citation?
Yes, but you may send an appeal to the Parking Appeal Panel, 45 N. Manassas
for faculty/staff and Student Affairs, Room 309 SAC for students. Their
decision will be honored.
Where
Is the Parking Services Office?
The Parking Services Office is located at 45 N. Manassas which is between
Jefferson and Madison. The office is open at 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday
through Friday.
What
Happens If I Do Not Pay a Citation?
Bills are sent approximately every thirty days. If the ticket remains
unpaid (past 90 days), it is sent to the Business and Finance Office for
collection through the Debt Hearing process for faculty/staff. Late fees
will be added.
Students
fines must be paid before you can complete registration. These fines are
added to the fee sheet. Late fees will be added.
Not
paying your parking citations may also result in having your parking privileges
revoked for the remainder of the current academic year.
I
Locked My Keys In My Car!
Call the UT Police Department at 8-4444. An Officer will help you get
your keys, provided your car is on campus. Please have your driver's license
available, you must be able to provide proof that the vehicle is registered
to you. You may also be asked to sign a release form.
If
I Only Park My Car On Campus At Night, Do I Need a Parking Permit?
YES. All students, faculty and staff are required to register with the
Parking Services Office any vehicle operated or parked on the UT campus
If you do not have a subscribed parking area, an evening/weekend transferable
permit will be issued free of charge. This evening/weekend hang tag permits
parking of the vehicle on the UT campus after normal working hours, 5:00
p.m. to 7:30 a.m., on weekends and holidays 9when the University offices
are closed).
How
Do I Pay My Parking Fees?
Faculty/Staff pay parking fees annually in advance or by monthly deductions.
Students parking fees are paid at registration or in the Parking Office
at the time of assignment.
How
Are Parking Lots Assigned?
Faculty/Staff lots are assigned according to the Uniform Priority Point
System, which is based on your job title and years of service.
Students are assigned according to date of application and year in school.
UTHSC
Parking Services
45 N. Manassas Street
Memphis, TN 38163
901-448-5549
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