Visitors and Community Members
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All vehicles parked on campus must display a valid campus parking permit. The only exception is the metered spaces, but the meter must be paid. Visitors should be aware that there are many lots and spaces on campus that are reserved exclusively for staff and faculty permit holders Monday-Friday from 7:30AM to 5:00PM. There are also a number of lots and spaces on campus that require a specific type of permit at all times (staff, faculty, resident permit etc.).

Please click the links below for further information regarding visitor permits, parking areas and rates.


Visiting Staff and Faculty
Staff and Faculty permit holders from other UCs are eligible for complimentary parking permits per the reciprocity agreement among the universities. Please visit our UC Reciprocity page more information.

Further Information
Please Contact Us if you have any questions regarding parking restrictions or permit requirements. Information can also be obtained at our Information Kiosk, as well as the Parking Services Office The kiosk is open Monday - Friday from 7:30AM to 8:00PM. The Parking Services Office hours are Monday-Friday from 7:30AM to 5:00PM.