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Policy and Procedures (rev. 7/06)

These procedures apply to all motor vehicle operators and motor vehicles, including motorcycles, operated on university owned or leased property, regardless of whether the vehicle is operated by the registered owner as set forth by George Mason University Policy 1108.

No vehicle may occupy a parking space on George Mason University property, owned or leased, without displaying a George Mason parking permit.

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Table of Contents

• PARKING DEFINITIONS
• PARKING REGULATIONS
• PERMITS AND PERMIT REGULATIONS
• ENFORCEMENT
• FINES AND FINE PAYMENT
• ARLINGTON CAMPUS
• PRINCE WILLIAM CAMPUS
• PARKING CITATION APPEALS
• PARKING POLICY ADMINISTRATION
• APPENDIX A (PERMIT AND PARKING RATES )
• APPENDIX B (SCHEDULE OF FINE RATES)
• APPENDIX C (PERMIT REFUND SCHEDULES)

PARKING DEFINITIONS

PARKING LOT LOCATIONS AND DESIGNATIONS. Refer to the maps for lot locations and designations.

FACULTY AND STAFF DEFINED. Faculty/staff status is defined and regulated as set forth in the sections that follow. This information is based on regulations set forth by the University Human Resources Department. Only faculty and staff members defined and categorized in the sections below are eligible to purchase faculty/staff parking permits and park in spaces restricted for faculty/staff use.

Full-time Faculty. Instructional faculty who teach four courses, or who teach and do research to full-time equivalency and receive benefits.

Part-time or Adjunct Faculty. Instructional faculty who teach up to three (3) courses without benefits.

Administrative Faculty. Individuals under contract with the University as administrative faculty whose positions are primarily administrative in nature. Said individuals receive benefits and may also teach part time.

Affiliate Faculty. Individuals who teach a course(s) or do research without salary or benefits.

Emeritus Faculty. Retired faculty named to emeritus status by deans and the provost and approved by the Board of Visitors.

Classified Staff. Classified staff are those individuals hired to work under the state classification system. These individuals may take an unlimited class load and still qualify for a faculty/staff parking permit.

Hourly Wage Employees. Individuals employed on an hourly basis without benefits and limited to working a maximum of 1,500 hours per year. These employees may be eligible for faculty/staff parking provided they carry fewer than one credit hour per term and are not classified as full time students.

Employees Not Eligible for Faculty/Staff Parking. Employees not eligible for faculty/staff parking privileges are listed and defined in the sections below.

Graduate Assistants. Graduate research assistants and graduate teaching assistants maintain student status and are eligible to purchase student permits only.

Student Wages Employees. Full-time undergraduate students taking three credit hours or more and are working as wages employees. These individuals are eligible to purchase student permits only.

Temporary Employees. Individuals hired directly as contract employees of the University or through a temporary agency to work on temporary assignments. Parking permits may be issued to them at prevailing rates on a daily, weekly, monthly, semester or annual basis upon written request from the Human Resources Department.

STUDENT DEFINED. A student is defined as an individual enrolled in a class offered by George Mason University. This includes Graduate Teaching Assistants, Graduate Research Assistants and Graduate Staff Assistants. Faculty and classified staff attending courses are not considered students. Refer above for faculty/staff definitions.

Non-Resident Students. Students who reside in areas not located on George Mason University property are considered non-resident students and will be issued a non-resident student permit.

Resident Students. Students who reside in housing areas located on George Mason University property are considered resident students and will be issued a resident student permit. Residents of the Student Townhouses are to be considered non-resident students and shall receive standard non-resident student permits.

VENDOR DEFINED. Vendors are defined as those individuals using vehicles to deliver supplies from outside the University in support of University departments and contractors.

VISITOR DEFINED. A visitor is defined as any person who is NOT classified as a faculty, staff, student, or vendor at George Mason University.

HANDICAPPED PARKER DEFINED. A handicapped parker is someone with short-term or long-term disabilities who requires use of handicapped parking facilities and is supported with appropriate documentation of need.

SENIOR CITIZEN DEFINED. Senior citizens are defined as individuals 60 years of age or older at the time of purchase or as of September 1 of the current academic year.

PARKING SPACE DEFINED. Parking spaces are defined as the designated areas for parking motor vehicles on University property. Each parking space is designated by painted control lines. Certain areas may be used as parking spaces without painted control lines. These areas will be marked with appropriate signage. Parking is prohibited in any area that lacks control lines or otherwise appropriate signage.

PARKING REGULATIONS

PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR FACULTY/STAFF. This applies to all George Mason University Campuses, excluding Arlington. All persons parking at the George Mason University Arlington Campus are required to obtain and display the George Mason University – Arlington parking permit, without exception.

Faculty/Staff Permit and Parking Requirements. Faculty/staff parking is restricted to employees displaying a valid George Mason University faculty/staff parking permit. Selected special permits are also considered valid in faculty/staff parking areas. Permits are not transferable to other persons.

NOVA Faculty and Staff Parking. A reciprocal agreement between George Mason University and Northern Virginia Community College allows vehicles displaying valid NOVA faculty/staff permits to have the same parking privileges and responsibilities afforded to vehicles displaying valid George Mason University faculty/staff permits, excluding the Arlington Campus.

Faculty/Staff Parking Locations. Faculty/staff displaying a valid George Mason University or NOVA faculty/staff permit may park in any surface lot or section of a lot marked for faculty/staff use only. Faculty/staff may also park in any general parking space located within any general surface lot.

Enforcement of Faculty Staff Parking Spaces. Parking Services will monitor and enforce the faculty/staff permit requirement in all restricted areas.

PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS. This applies to all George Mason University Campuses, excluding Arlington. All persons parking at the George Mason University Arlington Campus are required to obtain and display the George Mason University – Arlington parking permit, without exception.

Student Permits and Parking Requirements. Student parking is restricted to students displaying a valid George Mason University student parking permit.

Resident Student Parking Requirements. Resident student permits are valid in areas designated for resident student parking. Non-resident student permits are not valid in resident student parking areas. Resident student permits are, for the purpose of this regulation, considered to be student permits and are valid in parking areas designated for student parking. Lot R (Liberty Square/Potomac Heights) is for resident students living in Liberty Square and Potomac Heights; proof of residence is required.

Proof of Resident Student Status. Resident students may be required to provide proof of their residency status when purchasing a permit. A copy of the student’s housing contract is the preferred method for proof of residency status.

Student Parking Locations. Students displaying a valid George Mason University student permit may park in any surface lot or section of a lot marked for student use only. Students may also park in any general parking space located within any general surface lot.

Enforcement of Student Parking Spaces. Parking Services will monitor and enforce the student permit requirement in all restricted areas. This enforcement includes enforcement of resident student parking areas.

Extended Term Parking. Parking is designated for daily use only. Parking of any vehicle for a period exceeding two consecutive days is strictly prohibited. Parking Services authorization is required to deviate from this regulation. Vehicles in violation are subject to towing, booting, and impoundment. The permanent exceptions to this regulation are resident lots and state vehicles.

PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR VENDORS AND CONTRACTORS.

Daily Vendor/Contractor Parking. Vendors and contractors who come to campus on a one-time basis will not be required to purchase permits. These individuals should have the department sponsoring their visit contact Parking Services to arrange parking.

Regular and Occasional Vendor/Contractor Parking. Vendors and contractors who come to campus on a regular basis or will be on campus on a daily basis for a set period of time will be required to purchase permits. These individuals should have the department sponsoring their visit contact Parking Services to arrange payment for parking. Parking permits can be purchased for vendors on a daily, weekly, monthly, semester, or annual basis at the prevailing rates.

Marked Service and Delivery Vehicles. Marked, short-term delivery vehicles from organizations that have agreements with University departments to deliver supplies and services may park in Service and Repair areas without displaying a permit. Departments which require these vehicles to park in other areas should contact Parking Services to arrange parking.

Vendor/Contractor Responsibilities. Vendors and contractors are responsible for adhering to and advising all employees of George Mason University parking regulations as outlined in their contractual agreement with the University. Permits issued to contractors or commercial firms may be restricted as to date, time, duration, and parking area. Vendor/contractor permits are not to be used for any other parking purposes. These individuals are responsible for any citations and fines assigned to their vehicles.

PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR VISITORS.

Visitors to the Fairfax Campus. All visitors to the Fairfax Campus are strongly encouraged to park in the Visitor Parking Deck at the prevailing rates. Visitors may also park at parking meters at the prevailing rates.

Family Visitors. Family of faculty, staff and/or students must prominently display a valid temporary permit on their vehicle when parked in non-metered areas of surface lots. The George Mason University faculty, staff, or student must purchase the temporary permit and will be held responsible for any citation(s) and fine(s) issued to any vehicle displaying that permit. Temporary permits may be purchased at the Parking Services Offices.

Special Event Visitor Parking. Visitors may be assigned parking for special events. Parking Services may designate specific parking areas or issue special permits to visitors or to a sponsoring University program/activity for distribution. Individuals visiting the University for Special Events may only park in areas designated for the event by Parking Services or may park in any other pay visitor area at the prevailing rates.

Visitors to the Arlington Campus. There is NO visitor parking available at the Arlington Campus. See below for more information on parking at Arlington.

Visitors to the Prince William Campus. Visitors to the Prince William Campus will be instructed by signage to take note of the parking space number and follow instructions to pay at the electronic parking meter located in the lobby or lot of the corresponding parking area. A vehicle which leaves a paid space prior to the expiration of time relinquishes any balance of time without refund. The balance of time does not transfer to any other space. See below for more information on parking at Prince William.

PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR HANDICAPPED INDIVIDUALS.

Handicapped Parking Permits. A George Mason University parking permit must be prominently displayed at all times for all vehicles. DMV issued handicapped permits authorize the use of handicapped parking at George Mason University owned or operated facilities in conjunction with the display of a valid George Mason University parking permit. Persons may only park in an appropriate handicap space and lot based on permit type. Handicapped permit rates are the same as all other George Mason University parking permits issued for comparable periods of time. Permits are not transferable to other persons. Visitors must adhere to the visitor handicap parking requirements listed below.

Visitor Handicapped Parking. A DMV issued license plate, hangtag, or other permit is not a valid permit authorizing parking at George Mason University. A George Mason University parking permit is required when parked at any handicap-designated space, on property owned or operated by George Mason University. Handicapped visitors must purchase a temporary parking permit from Parking Services or pay the prevailing rates at visitor parking locations such as meters or the Parking Decks.

Handicap Parking Designation. All parking spaces reserved for the use of persons with disabilities are identified by above grade signs and/or markings painted on the ground within each space. Handicap parking is available to students, faculty, and staff whose vehicles display a valid George Mason University handicap permit, only as follows:

Surface Lots. Handicap parking is available in surface lot spaces marked with above grade handicap signs and/or markings painted on the ground within each space. Only those with lift-equipped vans may park in van lift designated spaces.

Parking Deck. Handicap parking is available in the Mason Pond Parking Deck, located on Mason Pond Dr., with a valid George Mason University permit at no additional charge. Those without a permit may use handicap-designated spaces, but must pay prevailing rates. Sandy Creek Parking Deck does not provide any free or non-paid parking as an automated facility.

Use Restrictions for Handicap Permits. Handicap permits may only be used for and/or by the persons to whom they were issued. Individuals are limited to one handicap permit.. Handicap parking is not permitted where stopping, standing, or parking is prohibited to ALL vehicles, or which is reserved for special types of vehicles. Neither does it apply where parking would clearly present a traffic or safety hazard. Photocopied handicap permits are not valid.

PARKING METERS. The following regulations apply to metered parking areas.

Enforcement. Meters are enforced: 7:00 AM until 10:00 PM Monday through Friday; and 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM Saturday and Sunday. Persons with a valid DMV-issued handicap license plate or hangtag may use the metered parking spaces at the prevailing rates. A George Mason University parking permit is not valid as payment at meters. Parking or standing at an expired meter is not allowed and will result in a citation and fine.

Missing or Inoperable Meters. Inoperable meters are considered closed spaces; vehicles parked in these spaces are subject to citation and fine. Missing and inoperable meters should be reported to Parking Services immediately for replacement or repair. Cases of meter vandalism may be tried in a Virginia court of law as destruction of property and/or larceny, in addition to any citation issued.

Valid Currency. Only United States currency may be used in parking meters. Federal law prohibits the use of other currency, altered U.S. currency, or other objects. GMU meters accept only quarters for payment.

LOAD AND UNLOAD SPACES. Loading and unloading is permitted only in designated areas and in accordance with the signing of that space. Prohibited and restricted areas, handicapped spaces, fire lanes, and meters are not designated for loading and unloading. Any vehicle loading or unloading in these areas is subject to citation, fine, immobilization, and/or towing, at owner’s risk and expense.

Use of Load/Unload Spaces. A valid George Mason University permit must be displayed in order to park in a load/unload space. Blinkers or flashers must be activated when vehicles are parked in load/unload zones. Load/unload parking is limited to thirty minutes, unless Parking Services grants an exception for special circumstances. Vehicles exceeding the posted 30-minute time limit are subject to citation and fine.

Loading and Unloading When No Designated Space Exists. Under certain circumstances, close-up building access may be required for load/unload purposes where no space has been designated. In these instances the individual must contact Parking Services to obtain permission and direction to ensure that campus safety measures are met and that Parking Services can readily contact the individuals in the event the vehicle must be moved for emergency equipment. All other load/unload regulations apply as stated above.

SERVICE AND REPAIR SPACES. Service and Repair spaces are reserved for vehicles displaying valid Service and Repair permits. University vehicles with state license plates may also park in Service and Repair spaces without displaying a Service and Repair permit.

Service and Repair Restrictions. Service and Repair vehicles may not park in prohibited zones, restricted areas, handicapped spaces, fire lanes, metered areas, grassy landscaped areas, or sidewalk areas. Service and Repair spaces are to be used only during times while the service is being performed. The use of Service and Repair spaces is limited to a maximum increment of four hours while performing service. These areas are strictly enforced, and vehicles are subject to citation and fine. Any deviations must be approved by Parking Services and be on a short-term basis only.

Service and Repair Parking Where No Designated Space Exists. Under certain circumstances, close-up building access may be required for services and repair purposes where no space has been designated. In these instances the individual must contact Parking Services to obtain permission and direction to ensure that campus safety measures are met and that Parking Services can readily contact the individuals in the event the vehicle must be moved for emergency equipment. All other Service and Repair regulations apply as stated above.

STATE VEHICLE SPACES. State vehicle spaces are reserved for University vehicles with state license plates. These spaces are intended for short-term, occasional use by those who must travel around campus in University vehicles.

State Vehicle Restrictions. State vehicles may not park in prohibited zones, restricted areas, and handicapped spaces, fire lanes, on grassy landscaped or sidewalk areas.

State Vehicle Parking Where No Designated Space Exists. Under certain circumstances, close-up building access may be required for state vehicle purposes where no space has been designated. In these instances the individual must contact Parking Services to obtain permission and direction to ensure that campus safety measures are met and that Parking Services can readily contact the individuals in the event the vehicle must be moved for emergency equipment. All other state vehicle regulations apply as stated above.

ADMINISTRATIVE SPACES. Administrative spaces are reserved for vehicles displaying valid administrative permits. The use of Administrative spaces is limited to a maximum of four hours. Administrative spaces are intended for short-term occasional use, by those whose job requires them to move their personal vehicle around or between campuses and off-campus locations.

SURFACE RESERVED SPACES. There are several different types of surface reserved spaces, each with slightly different regulations. Violators of reserved parking spaces are subject to citation, fine, and/or towing, at owner’s risk and expense.

Faculty/Staff Reserved Spaces. There are several individually numbered reserved spaces located throughout the Fairfax Campus that are designated as faculty/staff reserved spaces. These spaces are reserved at all times for the holder of the permit designated for that individual space.

Resident Student Reserved Spaces. There are several spaces located in selected lots on the GMU Campus that are reserved for resident students who have purchased a reserved space permit. These spaces are reserved at all times for holders of permits designated for reserved spaces in that area.

PARKING DECK RESERVED SPACES. The Parking Decks on the Fairfax Campus have spaces designated for deck reserved permit holders. These spaces are identified by signs located in each area or space and are reserved for the times indicated on the signs. Authorization for the use of one parking deck is valid for that parking deck only.

PERMITS AND PERMIT REGULATIONS

PARKING PERMIT REQUIREMENTS. Unless noted in this policy, all vehicles parked on property owned or operated by George Mason University are required to display a valid George Mason University parking permit. Visitors are required to park in designated areas with the appropriate permit or pass, obtained from Parking Services, or must park in pay based areas which include the meters and parking decks.

VEHICLE AUTHORIZATION. The purchase, acceptance, and use of any permit on George Mason University property conveys authorization to appropriate and authorized departments of the University to relocate any vehicle, by means of towing, to another parking space or lot when deemed necessary. The relocated vehicle is to be moved to a space as near to the original space, if not the original space, as possible. When or if this cannot be accommodated, the vehicle is to be relocated to Lot C. Notification to the University Police Department must be made when any vehicle is relocated. No fine or towing fee will be applied, unless the relocated vehicle was parked in violation of the Motor Vehicle Parking Procedures.

VEHICLE OWNER RESPONSIBILITIES. The registered owner of a motor vehicle is responsible for all violations issued to the vehicle regardless of who is operating the vehicle. If the vehicle is displaying a valid permit and incurs a citation for violation of these rules and regulations, the registered owner of the permit will be held responsible for all citations and/or fines issued to any vehicle displaying that permit.

LIABILITY DISCLAIMER. George Mason University, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and agents of GMU or the Commonwealth do not assume responsibility for any vehicle or its contents when parked on University property. The University and the State do not assume responsibility for damage to vehicles that are booted, immobilized, or towed due to violations incurred or as a result of other Policy violations.

PERMIT PURCHASE REQUIREMENTS. To purchase a parking permit, individuals must comply with George Mason University and associated state regulations and not have any outstanding citations or fines. Individuals must provide a valid George Mason University identification. Individuals wishing to purchase an Arlington Campus permit must provide a copy of their schedule or proof of employment showing class registration or employment at either campus location.

Parking Space Availability. The purchase of a George Mason University parking permit gives the permit holder the right to park in a designated campus location only when there is space available in that location. The purchase of a parking permit does not guarantee the purchaser access to a parking space at all times.

Permit Transferability. George Mason University Parking Services is the only agent authorized to sell or in any way disburse parking permits. Permits may not be sold or transferred from one individual to another. Permits may be transferred from one vehicle to another but are not to be “shared” or used together by two or more individuals; each individual is required to purchase their own permit. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in a “no permit”, “improper display” or “fraudulent display” citation.

PERMIT PURCHASE OPTIONS. All faculty, staff, and student permits are sold at one of the following locations or in one of the following manners. Certain types of special permits must be purchased in person at a designated sales location.

 

Permit Sales by Mail. Permit applications may be mailed to Parking Services at the following address:

GMU Parking Services
George Mason University
4400 University Dr. MSN 1G4
Fairfax, VA 22030-4444

Fairfax Campus. With the exception of certain designated sales areas for the opening of classes in the Fall semester, all permits on the Fairfax Campus will be sold at the Parking Services building, adjacent to the Sandy Creek Parking Deck on Sandy Creek Way.

Arlington Campus. All permits sold on the Arlington Campus will be sold at the Parking Services office in the Original Building, Room 104 unless otherwise noted. The Arlington Campus does not sell permits for any other campuses. Student permits for the Arlington Campus are restricted to semester permits only. Annual permits will be available for faculty and staff only.

Prince William Campus. All permits sold on the Prince William Campus will be sold at the Prince William Campus Occoquan Building (Room 112) unless otherwise noted.

PERMIT PAYMENT. Parking Services accepts cash, checks, money orders, Visa, MasterCard, Mason Money, and pre-tax payroll deduction as payment options for permits. Pre-tax payroll deduction is limited to full-time faculty and staff only. Payment by coin, in entirety, will not be accepted unless item being paid for requires coin payment.

In-Person Payment. All of the above payment methods are acceptable for in-person permit sales.

Payment by Mail. Payment accompanying mail-in permit orders may include check, money order, Visa, MasterCard, and pre-tax payroll deduction. Payment by cash is strongly discouraged.

Online Payments.

PERMIT RATES. Permit rates are subject to change. See APPENDIX A for current rates.

Qualifications for Free Student Permits. Senior citizen students who qualify for free tuition and/or course audits as outlined in the George Mason University catalog and presented in University Administrative Policy Number 21, Senior Citizens Higher Education Act of 1974, shall be entitled to a free parking permit for the duration of their enrollment under said status. Only one free permit will be issued per wavier period. Valid proof of age and tuition waiver from the Registrar's Office is required to qualify.

University Volunteers and Temporary Employees. University volunteers and temporary employees must observe all permit and/or pass requirements and parking regulations when using University operated facilities. Permits will be sold and issued only upon written request to the Parking Services office by a sponsoring department. Departments may underwrite the cost of parking for volunteers and temporary employees, in accordance with University and State guidelines. Valid proof of age such as a driver's license is required to qualify for senior citizen rates.

Employees and Volunteers of Contractors and/or Vendors. Employees and volunteers of contractors and vendors must observe all permit requirements and parking regulations when using University operated facilities. Contractors and vendors must submit written verification of an individual's employment and/or volunteer status to the Parking Services Office. Said contractors and vendors may underwrite parking costs for their employees and/or volunteers. Valid proof of age such as a driver's license is required to qualify for senior citizen rates.

Emeritus Faculty. Faculty members duly appointed to emeritus status by the George Mason University Board of Visitors are eligible to receive one free parking permit upon proof of status.

LOST AND STOLEN PERMITS.

Lost Permit Regulations. Any replacement permits issued will be issued at the discretion of Parking Services. Lost permit regulations are listed below.

Lost Permit Acknowledgement. Before a replacement permit is issued, the purchaser must acknowledge in writing that the permit is lost and that he/she understands that the registered owner(s) of any vehicle displaying or using a permit verified as lost by the purchaser will be cited for fraudulent display and subject to any and all fines and legal ramifications imposed by the University and/or the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Lost Permit Replacement Policy. Replacements for lost permits will be issued only to the original purchaser. All outstanding citations and accrued late fees must be paid or the purchaser must enter into a contractual agreement to pay said fines before a replacement permit is issued. Use or participation in the use of a reported “lost permit” by the original purchaser can/will result in the forwarding of information to appropriate University and legal authorities for further action.

Replacement Fee. A replacement fee may be charged for the replacement of a lost permit. Whether or not a replacement fee is required will be at the discretion of Parking Services. See APPENDIX A below for the current replacement rate. Full refunds for replacement fees may/will be processed in cases where the lost permit is found and returned to Parking Services in a timely period.

Stolen Permit Regulations. Any replacement permits will be issued at the discretion of Parking Services. Stolen permit regulations are listed below.

Law Enforcement Report Requirement. All stolen permits must be reported to a law enforcement agency/official in the jurisdiction in which the theft occurred.

Police Report Submittal. A copy of the police report and/or case number must be submitted with the request for a replacement of a stolen permit. Parking Services shall base any determination upon receipt of an official police report.

Stolen Permit Acknowledgment. The purchaser must sign an acknowledgment indicating that the permit was stolen and that he/she understands that the registered owner(s) of any vehicle displaying or using a permit verified as stolen by the purchaser will be cited for fraudulent display and subject to any and all fines and legal ramifications imposed by the University and/or the Commonwealth of Virginia. Use or participation in use of a stolen, or counterfeit permit will/ may result in the forwarding of information to University Police and Administration for judicial review for appropriate criminal or University action, where deemed appropriate.

Stolen Permit Replacement Policy. Replacements for stolen permits shall be issued only to the original purchaser upon presentation of George Mason University identification. In addition, all outstanding citations and accrued late fees must be paid or the purchaser must enter into a contractual agreement to pay said fines before a replacement permit is issued.

PERMIT REFUNDS. Only the original purchaser of a permit may receive a refund of the purchase price of a permit in accordance with the refund schedule and conditions. Refund and replacement fees are described as follows.

Permit Refund Regulations. A refund can be issued only to the original purchaser. Said purchaser must present a valid George Mason University identification and surrender the permit before a refund can be processed. Refunds are issued from the Commonwealth of Virginia and may take up to six weeks to process, with the exception of credit card refunds, which are refunded in accordance with the specific credit card company policy.

Payment of Citations and Accrued Fees. All outstanding citations and accrued fees must be paid before a refund can be processed.

Student Proof of Class Withdrawal. Students may be required to provide official proof of class withdrawal before a refund can be processed.

Faculty/Staff Proof of Employment Termination. Faculty/staff may be required to provide official proof of employment termination obtained from Human Resources before a refund can be processed.

REFUND AMOUNTS AND PARTIAL REFUNDS. Permit refunds will be handled as follows.

Full Refund. A full refund on annual and semester permits will be given within Two (2) calendar days from the date of permit issue.

Partial Refund. Partial refunds are pro-rated according to APPENDIX C.

Non-Returning Student Refund. Students who purchased an annual permit and who do not plan to attend spring semester are eligible to receive a partial refund provided they apply on or before the last add/drop date of the spring semester. Refunds are pro-rated according to APPENDIX C.

Summer Refunds. Summer students will receive a full refund up to and including the last add/drop day of the session in which they registered upon proof of withdrawal. No other pro-rated refund will be given.

Summer Portion Refunds. No refund will be given for what might be considered the "unused" summer portion of an annual or spring semester permit.

PERMIT SALES SCHEDULE. Parking permits are sold and prorated according to the schedule found in APPENDIX C below.

PLACEMENT OF PERMITS. Permits must be displayed in one of the following manners. Failure to display a permit properly may result in a citation and fine for “no permit” or “improper display”. Purchase of a permit does not alleviate the responsibility for proper display of a permit at all times.

Bumper Stickers. Bumper stickers must be placed on the left side of the rear bumper, when or if available.

Hangtags. Hangtags must be placed in a hanging manner from the rear-view mirror of the vehicle with the front of the permit facing the outside of the vehicle. Vehicles without a rear-view mirror must prominently display the permit in the center of the front dashboard.

Motorcycle Permits. Motorcycle adhesive permits must be displayed in clear view on the motorcycle. Motorcycles are required to park in designated motorcycle parking areas in Lots C, J, and G. Mopeds, scooters, and bicycles are categorized as motorcycles for permits, where applicable. See campus map for locations.

SPECIAL PERMITS

SPECIAL PARKING NEEDS. University faculty, staff, and students with special parking needs must make prior arrangements to obtain the necessary permit through the Parking Services office during normal hours of operation.

 

SERVICE AND REPAIR PERMITS. Refer above for Service and Repair parking regulations. Service and Repair permits are to be sold at the same rates as all other permits.

Service and Repair Permit Availability. Service and Repair permits are intended only for those individuals who have a demonstrated need to access Service and Repair spaces. A statement of need from an appropriate supervisory individual will be required. Service and Repair permits will be sold to all faculty and staff deemed eligible by the Assistant Vice President of University Services or designee.

Service and Repair Permit Validity. Service and Repair permits are considered valid until the date marked on the permit. These permits are valid in Service and Repair spaces for up to four hours at a time; otherwise, they are valid in all faculty/staff and general parking areas.

ADMINISTRATIVE PERMITS. Refer above for administrative parking regulations. Administrative permits are to be sold at the same rates as all other permits.

Administrative Permit Availability. Administrative permits are intended only for those individuals who have a demonstrated need to access administrative spaces. A statement of need from an appropriate supervisory individual will be required. Administrative permits will be sold to all faculty and staff deemed eligible by the Assistant Vice President of University Services or designee.

Administrative Permit Validity. Administrative permits are considered valid until the date marked on the permit. Administrative permits are considered special faculty/staff permits and are valid at all thee campuses. These permits are valid in administrative parking spaces for a limited period of time; otherwise, they are valid in all faculty/staff and general spaces.

SURFACE RESERVED PERMITS. Refer above for surface reserved parking regulations. Surface reserved permits are to be sold according to the rates listed in APPENDIX A below.

Surface Reserved Permit Validity. Surface reserved permits are considered valid until the date marked on the permit. Surface reserved permits are also valid in all general lots.

PARKING DECK RESERVED PERMITS. Parking Deck reserved permits are to be sold to any students or faculty/staff that have an interest in purchasing a permit.

Parking Deck Reserved Permit Validity. Parking Deck reserved permits are considered valid until the date marked on the permit. Permits are valid in all general parking lots on the Fairfax and Prince William campuses.

TEMPORARY PERMITS. Permits may also be issued or purchased for periods of time less than a semester. Permits may be issued on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis, or for a combination of these for a fee. Temporary permits are obtainable from Parking Services.

ENFORCEMENT

REGULATIONS. All regulations enacted by the Commonwealth of Virginia and George Mason University are duly enforced. Vehicles in violation of the rules and regulations set forth in this document may be subject to citation, fine, immobilization, towing, and/or impoundment at the owner's risk and expense.

APPLICATION OF RULES AND REGULATIONS. No vehicle operator, including University personnel, shall park a vehicle, which violates any of these rules and regulations. Any vehicle found violating these regulations is subject to citation and fine.

Multiple Citations. A vehicle may be issued multiple citations and fines for multiple violations at one time. A vehicle may be issued additional citations for the continued noncompliance of parking policy, not to exceed one citation per four hour period for the same violation.

Towing. A vehicle may be towed from one area to another for violations of certain restrictions. Vehicles may be moved to an appropriate location or to an impoundment location. All towing arising from enforcement actions is at the owner’s risk and expense. Any vehicle impeding the flow of traffic, whether in a roadway or parking lot, is subject to towing, at owner’s risk and expense. Towing without notification can occur under certain circumstances. Towing tickets are not appealable. All towing tickets must be paid within ten days of citation issue date. Notification of towing will be reported to the George Mason University Police.

Booting. A vehicle may be booted for violation of certain restrictions. All booting arising from enforcement actions is at the owner’s risk and expense. Any vehicle impeding the flow of traffic, whether in a roadway or parking lot, is subject to booting, at owner’s risk and expense. Booting without notification can occur under certain circumstances. Booting tickets are not appealable. All booting tickets must be paid within ten days of citation issue date. Notification of booting will be reported to the George Mason University Police.

Fire Lane Violation. A vehicle parked in a fire lane or a roadway is subject to towing, at owner’s risk and expense.

Handicapped Space Violation. A vehicle improperly parked in a handicapped area is subject to towing, at owner’s risk and expense, without notice.

Reserved Space Violation. A vehicle improperly parked in a reserved space is subject to towing, at owner’s risk and expense, without notice.

Blocking of Egress and/or Ingress. Any vehicle which blocks, impedes, or restricts another vehicles ability of egress or ingress, as a result of violating a parking regulation, is subject to towing, at owner’s risk and expense, without notice.

Impounding of a Vehicle. A vehicle may be impounded if its registered driver or owner accrues $300.00 or more of unpaid citations, has outstanding late fines in excess of ten days, or the vehicle has been determined to be abandoned. Impounding may be by means of towing or booting of a vehicle. Reacquisition of an impounded vehicle or tampering with a booted vehicle, without payment and release by an appropriate and authorized George Mason office, may result in additional action(s) being taken by the University in accordance and compliance with all applicable laws.

PARKING PERMIT DISPLAY. All vehicles parked in surface lots owned and operated by the University must display a valid parking permit, and observe all parking space restrictive signage during hours of enforcement at the risk of citation and fine. Exceptions to this regulation are listed below.

Vendor and Contractor Parking. Under certain circumstances, vendors or contractors may park vehicles on campus without displaying a permit. These circumstance must be approved and/or coordinated by Parking Services.

Visitor Parking. Vehicles parked in designated visitor parking areas such as meters or the Parking Deck are not required to display a permit. See above for visitor parking requirements.

HOURS OF ENFORCEMENT.

Hours. The hours of enforcement for George Mason University owned and operated parking areas are twenty four hours a day, seven days a week unless otherwise posted. This includes all times when the University is closed, whether or not classes are in session. Permits are required at all times. Selected exceptions to these times are as follows.

Metered Parking Spaces. Meters are enforced 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Monday through Friday and 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday and Sunday. Meters are enforced whenever the University is open, whether or not classes are in session.

PARKING SPACE DESIGNATION. Parking is permitted only in marked areas with painted control lines. Any vehicle parked in an area not marked as a parking space without making an arrangement with Parking Services is subject to citation, fine, and possible towing, at owner’s risk and expense.

RESTRICTED AREAS/PROHIBITED ZONES. As outlined, certain lots and areas are restricted as to the type of permit required. Vehicles not displaying the proper permit are subject to a "restricted area" or “prohibited zone” citation and fine.

EXPIRED METERS. Vehicles parked at an expired meter are subject to a citation and fine for “parking overtime”. Parking in a space with an inoperable meter is also prohibited and vehicles will be subject to citation and fine. Parking in a metered space after a citation has been issued may result in multiple citations and fines.

FIRE LANES. A fire lane is any road or driveway designated as a necessary route for emergency vehicles. These include areas specifically marked with signs and/or painted curbs, as well as unmarked driveways, drive aisles and curbs. A vehicle parked in one of these areas is subject to a “firelane” citation and towing at owner’s risk and expense.

IMPROPER DISPLAY. A citation and fine for “improper display” may be issued to any vehicle not properly displaying a permit. “Improper display” citations are primarily issued in cases where the permit is placed in a manner that it cannot be properly read. These citations and fines may also be issued in cases where a vehicle is not displaying a permit that has been registered to it.

FRAUDULENT DISPLAY. A citation for “fraudulent display” may be issued to any vehicle displaying a lost, stolen, or counterfeit permit. Use or participation in use of a lost, stolen, or counterfeit permit will/ may result in the forwarding of information to University Police and Administration for judicial review for appropriate criminal or University action, where deemed appropriate.

PARKING ON NON-UNIVERSITY BUSINESS. For the purpose of this George Mason University parking facilities procedures guide, “business” is described as any activity sanctioned by the University to take place on University property. These activities would include library use as well as all unofficial activities permitted or authorized by the University. Persons not attending an activity on University property are not permitted to park a vehicle on campus. No commuter parking, excluding George Mason campus to campus commuter parking, is permitted on University Campuses at any time. Exceptions to these rules must be approved by Parking Services in advance. See Arlington campus section for exclusion.

OVERNIGHT PARKING. As outlined above, parking facilities at the University are intended solely for the use of persons with business at the University. Overnight parking is permitted for resident students only; no other overnight parking is permitted. Those requiring overnight parking for special circumstances are to contact Parking Services to make arrangements.

ALTERING AND COUNTERFEITING PERMITS. Any alteration of a parking permit subjects the vehicle/owner to citation for "no permit” or “fraudulent display” and may also subject them to towing or impounding at the owner’s risk and expense. Issues of counterfeiting will be reported to University Police and Administration for judicial review for appropriate criminal or University action, where deemed appropriate.

FINES AND FINE PAYMENT

PARKING FINES. Current parking fines and corresponding fees charged for said fines are listed in APPENDIX B below.

FINE PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS AND PENALTIES. Fine payment requirements and penalties are cited in the sections which follow.

Fine Due Dates. Fines are to be paid within ten (10) calendar days of receipt of citation. All fines not paid or appealed by the tenth calendar day will be assessed a ten dollar ($10.00) late fee. Fines not paid within thirty (30) calendar days of issuance will be assessed an additional ten dollar ($10.00) late fee. See below for Parking Appeals information.

Late Letter Reminders. Parking Services mails two (2) late letter reminders to individuals who have outstanding parking fines. The first letter is mailed to the address of record ten (10) days after a citation was issued. The final letter is sent thirty (30) days after date of issuance.

Delinquent Fines. Students who fail to pay or appeal citations will be placed on financial suspension ten (10) days after the date of issuance. As stated in the George Mason University catalog, financial suspension "means that no transcripts or records are issued, no diplomas are released, and no registrations are permitted until outstanding obligations including the reinstatement fee, have been paid in full." Faculty/staff and visitors are also considered delinquent when citations remain unpaid more than ten days after the date of issuance.

Collections and Tax Set-Off. Parking fines outstanding for forty-five (45) days or longer will be referred to a collection agency. Collection agency fees may be as much as one-third of the balance due referred by the University. Accounts chargeable to a resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia will also be reported to the Virginia Department of Taxation, Division of Set-Off Debt Collection. The balance of the unpaid account will be deducted from the individual's Virginia State income tax refund. The amount deducted will be forwarded to George Mason University, an agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Vehicle Immobilization and Conditions of Release. Vehicles with outstanding fines (over ten (10) days late) or $300.00 are subject to towing, booting, immobilization, and/or impoundment on the University Campus, at the owner’s risk and expense. All outstanding fines must be paid in full or the ticket holder/vehicle owner must enter into a contractual payment agreement with the University before the vehicle will be released.

Vehicle Release Policy. Booted, Immobilized, and/or impounded vehicles will be released only to the registered owner. Said owner must prove ownership by producing the original vehicle title and/or registration together with a picture identification proving the claimant's identity. If the claimant is not the registered owner of the vehicle, he/she must produce a written and notarized letter with embossed seal from the owner permitting the University to release the vehicle to the claimant. The original title and registration or copies thereof must accompany the letter of release.

Payment Plan Agreement. Faculty, staff and students who have incurred parking fines of $300.00 or more and who are unable to pay said fines in full may opt to enter into a contractual payment plan agreement with the University to satisfy their indebtedness. A one-third initial payment is required before the payer can be released from financial suspension or have a booted, immobilized, or impounded vehicle released. These individuals are responsible for making a maximum three (3) additional timely payments without benefit of a reminder. Any default by the payer as outlined in the contract will negate the agreement. Payment plan agreements will not be renewed following a defaulted contract.

DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES (DMV) ACCESS. As an agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia, the University has access to certain DMV computer files. Said access enables the University to determine the name and address of a vehicle owner by license tag or vehicle identification number.

PARKING CITATION AND FINE LIABILITY. Ultimately, the registered owner of a vehicle is responsible for all citations and fines issued to said vehicle whether or not the owner was in fact the driver. In addition to the registered owner of the vehicle, the holder of a University parking permit may also be held financially responsible for citations and fines issued to the vehicle for which the permit is registered.

ARLINGTON CAMPUS

ARLINGTON CAMPUS REGULATIONS. All George Mason University motor vehicle parking policies and regulations are applicable to the Arlington Campus except as amended below.

Arlington Campus Permits. Student permits for parking at the Arlington campus are limited to semester permits only. Annual permits will be issued for the Arlington campus only to faculty and staff.

Commuter Parking. Arlington Campus parking is limited to those individuals attending to University business, while present on campus. Arlington Campus permit holders are not permitted to leave their vehicle on campus during times when they are not directly attending to University business. This regulation prohibits permit holders from using the campus as a ‘commuter lot’ where their vehicle is left on campus while they leave the campus for non- University business.

Visitor Parking. There is no visitor parking on the Arlington Campus. Only holders of valid Arlington Campus parking permits are allowed to park a vehicle on the campus. Individuals who wish to park on the campus without a permit must contact the Arlington Campus Operations Office at (703) 993-8140 to make special parking arrangements.

Faculty/Staff Visitors. Faculty and Staff who do not have an Arlington permit needing to conduct official business at the Arlington Campus should contact the department sponsoring their visit, or the Arlington Campus Operations Office to arrange for parking.

ARLINGTON CAMPUS PERMITS. Arlington Campus permits may be purchased at either the Arlington Campus or the Fairfax Campus.

Purchase Eligibility. Arlington Campus permits will be sold only to those students, faculty, and staff who show valid proof of course registration and/or employment at the Arlington Campus.

Permit Validity. Arlington Campus permits are valid at all parking locations owned and operated by George Mason University. Fairfax and Prince William permits are not valid at the Arlington Campus except with prior authorization from Parking Services.

Self “Stack Parking”. Stack parking is the act of parking a vehicle in a location other than a controlled, lined, and designated parking space, such as a drive lane or curbside area adjacent to a wall. Self-stack parking always requires the authorization of a Parking Services attendant. Stack parking also requires submitting the ignition (and door key if different) only, to the Parking Services attendant for security and possible movement of the vehicle when required, due to restricted egress or ingress of other vehicles. NO STACK PARKING is permitted in any restricted area designated as “no parking”. This includes, but is not limited to; crosswalks, fire lanes, hatched-striping areas, or other designated “no parking” areas.

PRINCE WILLIAM CAMPUS

PRINCE WILLIAM CAMPUS REGULATIONS. All George Mason University motor vehicle parking policies and regulations are applicable to the Prince William Campus except as amended below.

Visitor Parking. Visitors to the Prince William Campus should park in a numbered parking space, take note of the number, and pay at the electronic parking meter located in the lobby of Discovery Hall or the Parking Kiosk in Occoquan Lot. Instructions for operating the meter can be obtained at the Prince William Campus Information office or Parking Services office. Current meter rates will be displayed at the individual meters. A vehicle which leaves a paid space prior to the expiration of time relinquishes any balance of time without refund. The balance of time does not transfer to any other space.

Freedom Center Parking. The lot located adjacent to the Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center is intended only for members and users of the center during times that they are using the facility only. Parking arrangements for this lot can be made through the Freedom Center. No decal or permit parking is authorized in this lot. Any vehicle parked in Freedom Center with a George Mason University permit is subject to a citation and fine.

PRINCE WILLIAM CAMPUS PERMITS. Prince William Campus permits may be purchased at either the Prince William Campus or the Fairfax Campus. Information on the current Prince William Campus sales location can be obtained by contacting Parking Services or the Prince William Campus information office. Permits may also be purchased on-line as described above.

Permit Validity. Prince William Campus permits are valid at the Prince William and Fairfax Campus. Prince William Campus permits are not valid at the Arlington Campus. Fairfax and Arlington Campus permits are valid at the Prince William Campus.

PARKING CITATION APPEALS

The procedures provided herein apply to all George Mason University faculty, staff, student, University contractors, visitors, and others who use University owned and leased parking facilities.

This procedure is designed to assist the University administration in evaluating the parking program, to highlight problem areas, to provide a learning experience to those who receive citations while using George Mason University parking facilities, to provide an avenue to correct enforcement errors, and to provide a means of redress.

The Director of Parking & Transportation has the responsibility of monitoring the policy and recommending new and/or revised policies and procedures.

Requests for an appeal may be done in person within ten calendar days of the issue date of the citation. The Parking Appeals hearing officer will carefully review each appeal. The Parking Appeals hearing officer will base his/her decision on the Motor Vehicle Parking Policies and Regulations and on the information presented to them. The appeals officer may approve the appeal (dismiss the citation), deny the appeal (uphold the citation), or downgrade the violation to an appropriate lesser violation. The appellant can appeal the decision of the hearing officer in certain cases. See below for Appeals Board information. Any fines due after the appeal has been heard must be paid within ten days of notice of the decision. Failure to pay will result in the accumulation of late fees and the individual’s outstanding account being turned over to a collection agency. Students who fail to pay within ten days will also be placed on academic hold.

Any student, faculty, staff, or visitor may appeal in person or fill out a parking citation appeal form within ten calendar days of the citation. Forms are available at the Parking Services office. Contact Parking Services for office hours and location of hearing officer. Fines associated with appealed citations need not be paid until the appellant is advised of the decision.

All appeals must be submitted with the appellant’s name, active address, ID (G-number), and telephone number. Appeals submitted without this information will not be processed.

The hearing officer will make any decision on the appeal based on the guidelines below:

1. The citation and fine is presumed valid. It is the obligation of the appellant to present information that would invalidate the ticket.

2. Reasons that might warrant invalidation of the ticket are: evidence of illness that necessitated the violation, mechanical breakdowns that were handled in a reasonably expeditious manner, documented erroneous information given by a Parking Services employee, or other circumstances that are unusual enough to warrant special consideration.

3. Reason to warrant a downgrade of the ticket are: when further information that was not readily available to the citing officer is provided to the reviewer as a justification for the downgrade, valid misunderstandings regarding ambiguous parking areas in the judgment of the reviewer, etc.

4. A specific reason for denial need not be given. A general statement can be made that a sufficient reason for reversal was not made.

Failure to file an appeal in ten calendar days of the issue date of the citation will result in the addition of a late fee ($10.00) to the fine in accordance with Motor Vehicle Parking Policies and Regulations. No appeals will be considered more than thirty calendar days from the issue of the citation.

Certain determinations may be appealed to an appropriate Appeals Board (Student or Faculty). Notification of a determination will provide information stating if an additional appeal process is available as an option. A request for reconsideration of denied appeals to an Appeals Board must be made within ten calendar days from the time a decision was made by the hearing officer. For an appeal to be reconsidered by Student Appeals Board or the Faculty/Staff Appeals Board, the appellant must schedule a hearing and be present at that hearing. The appellant will have the opportunity to present their case directly to the board members. The decision of the board members is final.

PARKING APPEALS BOARDS

STUDENT PARKING APPEALS BOARD. The Student Parking Appeals Board is made up of members from the Student Government. The Student Government takes direction from the Assistant Vice President of University Services. They follow the rules and regulations set forth in Motor Vehicle Parking Policy and Procedures, and base their decision on the facts presented to them.

FACULTY/STAFF AND VISITOR PARKING APPEALS BOARD. The Faculty/Staff and Visitor Parking Appeals Board has been appointed to hear parking citation appeals and advise the Assistant Vice President of University Services on parking-related matters. The board consists of three Faculty members and three Staff members, appointed by the Assistant Vice President of University Services. They follow the rules and regulations set forth in Motor Vehicle Parking Policy and Procedures, and base their decision on the facts presented to them.

Appointments for the board are for two-year renewable terms and run from September 1 through August 31. The chairman is selected for a three-year renewable term by Board members and must have served at least one year on the board.

PARKING POLICY ADMINISTRATION

The Motor Vehicle Parking Procedures are authorized by and based on George Mason University's Administrative Policy 1108 and the Motor Vehicle Parking Procedures, available on the George Mason University Parking Services website.

RESPONSIBILITIES.

POLICY ADMINISTRATOR. The Assistant Vice President for University Services is responsible for administering this policy. In addition, the Director will act as the Contract Administrator for the Parking Services contract and is responsible for the strategic direction of all parking operations.

PARKING SERVICES DEPARTMENT. This department is responsible for the day-to-day management of all parking operations. In addition, the department will recommend to the Policy Administrator appropriate additions and deletions to the parking procedures.

PARKING SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE. The Advisory Committee is responsible for reviewing proposed changes to the parking procedures. Additionally, they are charged with reporting parking issues to the policy administrator for policy or administrative action. The composition of the Committee should reflect student, staff, contractor, and special events constituencies within the University community.

PARKING SERVICES ASSISTANT. The Parking Services Assistant is specifically responsible for the training of parking enforcement staff to ensure consistent and accurate ticketing on all three campuses. Further, the Assistant will administer the appeals process to ensure appeals are granted in a fair, timely, and equitable manner.

APPENDIX A

PERMIT AND PARKING RATES

(Rates are Subject to Change Without Notification in this Document)

• Annual Permit $180.00
• Semester Permit $100.00
• Summer Permit $50.00
• Senior Citizen Annual $180.00
• Motorcycle Permit (Note 1) $55.00
• Secondary Motorcycle Permit (Note 2) $10.00
• Spring Semester Motorcycle Permit $30.00
• Summer Motorcycle Permit $20.00
• Daily Permit Rate (Note 3) $5.00
• Weekly Rate (Note 4) $15.00
• Monthly Rate (Note 4) $40.00
• Reserved Space - Surface $450.00
• Reserved Parking Deck - Annual $360.00
• Reserved Parking Deck - Semester $190.00
• Reserved Parking Deck - Summer $95.00
• Parking Meters (Note 5) $1.50 per hour
• Visitor Parking Decks (Note 6) $2 per hour / $8 maximum
• Lost/Stolen Damaged Permit/ $50, Gate Access Replacement Fee 25.00
  

Note 1: Mopeds, scooters, and bicycles occupying parking spaces will be categorized as motorcycles for policy application.

Note 2: Price reduced for individuals who purchase a motorcycle permit in addition to a regular annual or semester permit.

Note 3: Sales limited to individuals authorized by Parking Services.

Note 4: Sales limited to students, faculty, and staff with valid George Mason University identification only.

Note 5: Pricing varies depending on location. See rates displayed on individual meters.

Note 6: Pricing may vary depending on time, date, and presence of an event. Temporary rate changes will be posted at the entrances to the Parking Deck.

Note 7: Sales limited to special programs and departments (i.e. Board of Visitors, Aquatic Center, etc.).

Note 8: A refundable $25.00 fee may be charged for gate access control devices.

APPENDIX B

SCHEDULE OF FINE RATES

(Rates are Subject to Change Without Notification in this Document)

• No Permit No permit on file and/or displayed $75.00
• Parking Overtime Parking time limit exceeded $25.00
• Firelane Parking at yellow curbing and/or signing $85.00
• Restricted Area Not adhering to signage or restrictions $35.00
• Prohibited Zone Not authorized for parking area $35.00
• Loading Zone Improper/unauthorized use of loading area $35.00
• Handicapped Area Violation of policy and procedure $250.00
• Blocking Handicapped Access Restricting ability to access in or out $250.00
• Parking in a Reserved Space/Area No permit for restricted area $75.00
• Fraudulent Display Use of Lost/Stolen/Counterfeit permit $250.00
• Towing Removal of vehicle from area parked $50.00
• Booting and Immobilization Restricting ability of moving car by device $50.00
• Impound Taking and retaining control of property $50.00
• Improper Display Non-compliance with Policy display requirements $15.00
• Improper Use of Parking Commuter parking @ Arlington $50.00
• Parking Over the Lines Exceeding parameter of designated space control $15.00
• Parking Left/Wrong Side to Curb Vehicle parked in opposition of traffic flow $15.00
• Double Parking Parking side by side in a vertical parking area $15.00

APPENDIX C

PERMIT REFUND SCHEDULES

(Rates are Subject to Change Without Notification in this Document. Refund Rates Not Listed in this Document will be Posted at the Parking Services Office Locations)

A full refund may be obtained within two (2) calendar days of the "Date of Issue" of a permit.

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