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Campus Operations<\/h5>\n

Motor Vehicle Parking Regulations (Interim)<\/h3>\n
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To balance competing needs for parking and access at its Flagstaff mountain campus, Northern Arizona University has adopted and enforces these comprehensive motor vehicle parking regulations. All students, employees, and visitors who drive and park on the Flagstaff mountain campus are responsible for knowing, understanding, and complying with these regulations. Students or employees who habitually or flagrantly disregard these requirements are subject to disciplinary action in addition to monetary fines that may result from specific parking violations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Responsible Executive:<\/strong> Vice President for Capital Planning
\nand Campus Operations
\nResponsible Office:<\/strong> University Transit Services
\nEffective Date:<\/strong> August 21, 1996
\nLast Revised:<\/strong> August 13, 2026
\nContact:<\/strong> Director, University Transit Services<\/p>\n

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Definitions<\/h4>\n

Disability Access Parking Stall<\/b>: a parking space prominently identified with painted outlines and\/or posted local signage with the international disabled symbol and\/or a painted blue curb that indicates parking for authorized disabled access parking only.<\/p>\n

Off-Peak Hours<\/b>: 4:30 p.m. \u2013 7:30 a.m. plus weekends and holidays.<\/p>\n

Overnight Parking:<\/b> <\/b>the parking of a vehicle in one location continuously between the hours of 12:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. No overnight parking in lots as indicated by signage.<\/p>\n

On-Peak Hours<\/b>: 7:30 a.m. \u2013 4:30 p.m. on University business days.<\/p>\n

Parking Lot Drive Aisles<\/b>: the motor vehicle driving lanes in parking lots used to access parking spaces.<\/p>\n

Regular Employee<\/b>: an employee working in a half-time to full-time position that is to continue for at least six months.<\/p>\n

Policy<\/h4>\n

Section I: General \u00a0<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Authority<\/p>\n

Pursuant to Arizona state law (A.R.S. \u00a7 15-1627<\/a>), Northern Arizona University adopts and enforces these regulations to manage the parking of motor vehicles on its Flagstaff mountain campus. These regulations are in effect throughout the year, including during the summer and throughout all holidays and University closures.<\/p>\n

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Responsibility<\/p>\n

The Director of UTS is responsible for assigning parking areas, assessing and collecting fees and fines, and for administering appeals in compliance with this policy. The Director may also exercise reasonable discretion when managing special or unique parking circumstances that are not explicitly addressed or covered by this policy. All persons who park a motor vehicle on the Flagstaff mountain campus are responsible for knowing and abiding by these regulations. Lack of familiarity with any parking requirement does not constitute a valid defense for a failure to comply. UTS is responsible for setting parking permit prices and citation fines, and for otherwise maintaining this policy, which is subject to change at any time. The latest version of these regulations is available at https:\/\/nau.edu\/university-policy-library\/parking-regulations<\/a>. Questions regarding these regulations may be directed to ask.parking@nau.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Limitations<\/p>\n

The permit authorizes the privilege of parking a vehicle where an authorized parking space is available. The availability of parking in a particular lot or zone is not guaranteed. Parking spaces may be limited in certain areas or times, such as when special events occur or during winter due to snow. If a space is not available in a designated permit zone, the permit holder must call UTS for temporary alternate parking options. Absent prior written authorization from UTS, the parking or storing of trailers, recreational vehicles, motorhomes, boats, off-highway vehicles, or similar vehicles or equipment on University property is prohibited. The University reserves the right to remove or relocate any improperly parked or unauthorized vehicle or equipment at the owner\u2019s expense.<\/p>\n

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Liability<\/p>\n

Vehicle owners are responsible for all damage and\/or liabilities they may cause or incur while operating or parking a vehicle on University property. The University assumes no responsibility or liability for the care or protection of any vehicle or its contents while it is parked on University property, whether arising from fire, flooding, theft, damage to or loss of the vehicle or any article left therein. A University parking permit grants only a temporary license of space and no bailment is created. Acceptance of a parking permit constitutes acknowledgement by the holder that they have read, understood, and agreed to abide by Northern Arizona University\u2019s Motor Vehicle Parking Regulations and all other applicable laws, policies, rules, or requirements.<\/p>\n

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Inclement Weather, Snow Removal, Special Events<\/p>\n

The occurrence of inclement weather does not alter or suspend the University\u2019s parking regulations. On occasion it may become necessary for UTS to close specific parking lots to facilitate snow removal or to accommodate special events. At these times and between semesters or during spring break, students and employees may be required to relocate their vehicles. UTS will provide email notification and instructions to permit holders when this is necessary. In the alternative, UTS may place signage at parking lot entrances at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of lot closures. Failure to relocate a vehicle as instructed may result in a parking citation and\/or removal of the vehicle. To facilitate this process, permit holders are required to maintain their current contact information with UTS, including telephone number and email address.<\/p>\n

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Inoperable Vehicles<\/p>\n

If a vehicle becomes inoperable on University property, the owner is required to immediately notify UTS Dispatch by calling 928-523-9066 (or the Northern Arizona University Police Department if after regular business hours by calling 928-523-3611). Inoperable vehicles must be removed from University property within twenty-four (24) hours or the University may remove the vehicle at the owner\u2019s expense. Other than immediate emergency measures needed to restore a vehicle\u2019s operability, such as changing a flat tire or jump-starting a battery, vehicles may not be serviced, repaired, or maintained on University property. Any vehicle actively leaking fluids will be immediately towed off campus, at the owner\u2019s expense, see relocation fee.<\/p>\n

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Overnight Parking While Away from Campus<\/p>\n

Parking permit holders wishing to park their vehicle overnight on campus while they are away on University business or between sessions, for persons who live on campus only, must receive UTS permission to do so. Send an email to ask.parking@nau.edu<\/a> at least one week prior to obtain instructions about avoiding potential lot closures. UTS may provide alternative parking options to enable scheduled lot closures or snow removal. At the owner\u2019s expense, the University may remove or relocate vehicles that do not comply with scheduled lot closures.<\/p>\n

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Accidents<\/p>\n

Individuals involved in any motor vehicle-related accident on University property must immediately report the accident prior to leaving the scene to the Northern Arizona University Police Department by calling 928-523-3611. Failure to report such a motor vehicle accident is considered misconduct subject to disciplinary action.<\/p>\n

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Removal, Impoundment, Immobilization<\/p>\n

At the owner\u2019s expense UTS will remove, impound, or immobilize any vehicle located on University property that is obstructing traffic or parking, is creating or is threatened by a safety or hazardous situation, that appears abandoned, or that is associated with three (3) or more non-processed violations or an outstanding fine balance of $200 or more. The University assumes no responsibility or liability for any damage or loss that may result.<\/p>\n

Immobilization devices are the property of Northern Arizona University. Theft of or tampering with immobilization devices may result in imposition of replacement fee and may also be referred to law enforcement. Tampering with or attempting to remove an immobilization device is considered misconduct subject to disciplinary action.<\/p>\n

J.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Habitual or Flagrant Disregard of Parking Regulations<\/p>\n

In accordance with A.R.S. \u00a7 15-1627 and this policy, students or employees who habitually or flagrantly disregard the University\u2019s parking regulations are subject to disciplinary action in accordance with Arizona Board of Regents and University student and employee conduct processes and procedures in addition to monetary fines resulting from parking citations. In such cases involving students, UTS shall notify the Office of the Dean of Students. In such cases involving employees, UTS shall notify the employee\u2019s supervisor.<\/p>\n

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Section II: Permits and Vehicle Registration<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 General Requirements<\/p>\n

All vehicles parked on the Flagstaff mountain campus other than in short-term parking areas must be registered to a valid virtual or physical parking permit linked to the vehicle\u2019s license plate number. All license plate numbers, including all temporary license plate numbers, must be used to register the vehicle to its valid virtual parking permit. In the case of virtual permits, the license plate number serves as the permit. In the case of garage parking, the vehicle must display a valid physical parking permit issued by UTS. The permit must authorize parking for the specific area where the vehicle is parked, and the vehicle must be parked in accordance with all applicable regulations and posted instructions or restrictions. This includes signage at parking lot or garage entrances, signs at individual stalls, and directions provided at parking kiosks. An individual may only possess a single valid parking permit at any one time. Vehicles may only be linked to one active permit. Parking permits, and supplemental parking plates may not be sold, gifted, transferred, reproduced, or altered in any way.<\/p>\n

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Display of License Plates<\/p>\n

As illustrated in the Parking Diagram<\/a>, all motor vehicles parking on the Flagstaff mountain campus that are not required by their state to display a front license plate, must drive forward into the parking space. The vehicle\u2019s rear license plate must face and be clearly visible from, the Parking Lot Drive Aisle. There is no exception to the license plate facing the drive aisle. Drivers who wish to back or reverse into the parking space but whose vehicles lack a front plate must first obtain from UTS a supplemental parking plate for a one-time fee and mount it to their vehicle\u2019s front license plate bracket, which will allow rear first parking.<\/p>\n

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiple Vehicles<\/p>\n

Multiple vehicles may be registered to one parking permit. A vehicle can only be registered to one active parking permit at a time. A resident permit holder may obtain a motorcycle permit in addition to their annual or semester permit by contacting UTS to request. Only one vehicle associated to the permit may be parked on campus at a time. Permit holders may register vehicles to their permit by accessing their \u201cManage My Parking\u201d account on the UTS website at https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/university-transit-services<\/a>. Up to five vehicles may be registered to a semester or annual permit at one time. Permit holders wishing to deregister a vehicle from a valid permit must use the online form or make the request via an email transmitted to ask.parking@nau.edu<\/a>. Vehicles will not be deregistered until all outstanding fines or other charges are paid. Vehicles that have been deregistered from a permit will be relinked to that permit\u2019s account if the vehicle acquires additional citations.<\/p>\n

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Temporary License Plates<\/p>\n

Temporary license plates may be used to register a vehicle to a virtual parking permit, provided however, that the permit holder must update the plate number when the vehicle\u2019s permanent license plate is issued. The temporary license plate must be displayed in the vehicle\u2019s permanent license plate location. If this is not possible, the permit holder must contact UTS to make special arrangements to prevent the issuance of motor vehicle parking citations.<\/p>\n

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Visitor Parking<\/p>\n

Flagstaff mountain campus visitor parking locations are outlined on the UTS website and include hourly and daily options in the Knoles and San Francisco garages, pay in advance (credit card only) parking from thirty (30) minutes to two (2) hours in designated lots where kiosks or parking meters are located, and hourly permits for a maximum of two (2) hours in designated lots. Visitors may also purchase daily parking permits online by using the \u201cManage My Parking\u201d tool to create a guest account. Visitors who park their vehicles in an unauthorized manner on University property are warned of their violation of the University\u2019s parking regulations by local signage. Signs posted constitute notice that parking is controlled by these regulations and warning that violators shall be subject to penalties. The University may issue citations to, immobilize, and\/or impound vehicles that are parked in an unauthorized manner by visitors to its property and extract reasonable fines and fees prior to the vehicle\u2019s release to its owner.<\/p>\n

Section III: Parking Zones<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parking Area Designations and Permit Types<\/p>\n

To regulate parking options, three classifications are used: i) Resident<\/b>, ii) Commuter, <\/b>and iii) Employee<\/b>. Signs at parking lot entrances indicate the type of permit needed to park in the lot. Except as provided for in Sections III (F) and (G), permit holders may only park in the areas authorized by their parking permit.<\/p>\n

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Resident Parking<\/p>\n

All campus housing facility residents are eligible to obtain a Resident<\/b> parking permit that will authorize parking in the residential parking areas that correspond with their campus housing assignment. Non-resident student vehicles may not be linked to resident permits. Alternatively, campus housing residents may purchase a Parking Garage<\/b> permit (additional fees will apply). The various residential parking permits are as follows:<\/p>\n