• EKU Parking & Transportation
  • 521 Lancaster Avenue
  • Mattox Hall, Suite A
  • Eastern Kentucky University
  • Richmond, KY 40475
  • Phone: 859-622-1063

Parking Regulations

  1. Authority
    By the action of the Board of Regents of April 22, 1978, and as amended on August 1, 2003, and pursuant to the authority invested in it by chapter 164.975 of the Kentucky Revised Statutes, the following regulations were adopted to regulate and control motor vehicle traffic and parking facilities on the Eastern Kentucky University campus.

  2. Purpose
    The following regulations are established to ensure the proper maintenance, control and maximum equitable utilization of all University parking facilities by valid parking permit holders.


  3. Parking Permit Eligibility
    1. All employee and student vehicles occupying University parking facilities, other than those in metered spaces, must display a valid and appropriate University parking permit. Each employee or student may apply for one permit only.

    2. To be eligible to acquire and display a parking permit, an employee or student must:
      1. Possess a valid operator’s license for the type of vehicle to be registered.
      2. Only register vehicles owned by the individual or a member of his immediate family. The Assistant Director for Parking and Transportation Services may waive this requirement when the owner of a vehicle has some other definable relationship to the student.
      3. Have no outstanding parking citations.
      4. Display a valid license plate on the vehicle to be registered.
    3. Students may not use employee permits. Those employees that wish to have their vehicle registered as a student vehicle for use by a member of their family must have special permission from the Assistant Director of Parking and Transportation.

  4. Parking Classifications and Hours of Enforcement
    Eastern Kentucky University provides parking as follows and parking permits are color coded to match sign(s) at parking lot entrances or on the roadways within the confines of the campus.
    1. STUDENT PARKING
      1. Commuter Parking ABrown
        is limited to commuting students. A permit is required from 2:00 AM through 7:00 PM. Parking is permitted without permit from 7:00 PM through 2:00 AM, Monday through Friday, and all day Saturday and Sunday. In addition, commuter permits are honored in employee lots from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with the exception of the Case Lot, Jones Lot, and a section of the Martin Lot which is restricted to employee parking only until 9:00 PM.

      2. Residence Parking BBlue
        is limited to dormitory residents and is controlled 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

      3. Family Housing Parking C1Dark Green C2Light Green
        is limited to Brockton residents. C1 and C2 Brockton residents are restricted to one vehicle per residence in Zones C1 and C2, respectively. Additional vehicles will be registered in Zone B. Parking is controlled 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
    2. EMPLOYEE PARKING EYellow
      Employee parking is limited to employees of the University only. Graduate Assistants do not qualify for employee parking permits. Full-time students who are part-time employees are not eligible. Parking is controlled in the Case Lot, Jones Lot, and a section of the Martin Lot from 2:00 AM through 9:00 PM, Monday through Friday and is restricted to employee use only. All other yellow posted lots are controlled from 2:00 AM through 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Registered commuters may use these lots from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with the exception of the three lots previously mentioned. Permits are not required from 7:00 PM (9:00 PM for the three lots mentioned above) through 2:00 AM, Monday through Friday, and all day Saturday and Sunday. Van Hoose Drive employee housing parking is controlled 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
    3. GENERAL PARKING GOrange
      General parking is open to all Eastern Kentucky University parking permit holders. Permits are required from 7:00 AM through 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Parking is permitted without permit from 5:00 PM through 7:00 AM, Monday through Friday, and all day Saturday and Sunday.
    4. HANDICAPPED PARKING HLight Blue
      Parking spaces have been set aside in strategic locations for those who qualify for handicapped parking. To be eligible to use Eastern Kentucky University designated handicapped spaces, a person must secure written authorization from the Director of Disabilities Services, pay the appropriate parking registration fee, and display a valid EKU handicapped permit. Temporary disabilities must also be approved by the Director of Disabilities Services. Parking is controlled 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
    5. EVENING PARKING FOR VEHICLES WITHOUT PERMITS
      Vehicles without a parking permit may park in the Alumni Coliseum from 4:30 PM to 2:00 AM, Monday through Friday, and all day Saturday and Sunday.
    6. GUEST AND VISITOR PARKING
      Permits are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at the Parking Office or Police Dispatch Center located in Mattox Hall, behind the Student Services Building. It is the responsibility of the person inviting the guest to campus to ensure that parking arrangements have been made for the guest before the visit.
    7. METERED PARKING
      There is metered parking by residence halls and the Library for loading and unloading. Meters are enforced 24 hours a day.
    8. STORAGE PARKING
      Storage parking is prohibited. Parking facilities are designed and intended to provide parking for operational vehicles only, and reasonable turnover is expected. If you plan to store your vehicle for any length of time, you must receive written permission from the Assistant Director of Parking and Transportation Services.
    9. MOTORCYCLES
      Motorcycles are permitted for qualified owners. All motorcycles must park in legal spaces in lots color-coded to match assigned permits or in areas that are specifically designed for motorcycle parking within the assigned zone. A motorcycle that is registered in addition to a primary vehicle will be considered a second vehicle and assessed a fee of $30.00. Under no circumstances are motorcycles permitted to park on sidewalks, grass, or areas not assigned for parking. For purposes of these regulations a MOPED is not considered a motorcycle and must use appropriate bicycle facilities. A moped is defined as: “A pedal bicycle with a helper motor rated no more than two brake horse power, a cylinder capacity not exceeding fifty cubic centimeters, an automatic transmission not requiring clutching or shifting by the operator after the drive system is engaged, and capable of a maximum speed of not more than thirty miles per hour.”
    10. BUS PARKING
      Bus parking is prohibited in many parking areas on campus. Arrangements for bus parking may be made by contacting the Parking Office (622-1063) or Police Department (622-2821).
    11. BICYCLES
      Bicycles are permitted to park in the racks that are provided for that purpose and suitable spaces are available around most buildings and facilities. Bicycles are not permitted to be attached to any object other than a bicycle rack. Bicycles may not be left in bicycle racks between the end of summer term and the start of fall term without special permission from the EKU Police Department. Bicycles that are in violation of these regulations are subject to impoundment and disposal according to the law.
    12. SKATEBOARDS, ROLLERSKATES, AND ROLLERBLADES
      Skateboarding, rollerskating, and rollerblading are prohibited in all areas of campus.
    13. MODEL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
      Model School students may obtain permits after they get permission from the Principal. Students must comply with all University regulations, rules, and registration procedures concerning vehicle use at Eastern Kentucky University.
    14. UNIVERSITY VEHICLES
      Marked University vehicles may park in Zones E, A, B, or G when on official University business. These vehicles may park in metered spaces but must pay the fee. Any parking violations or towing charges are the responsibility of the driver.
    15. TEMPORARY PARKING PERMITS
      1. Temporary parking permits are available at Mattox Hall 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
      2. Short term temporary parking permits, not to exceed 5 days, are available to individuals who have not registered a vehicle.


  5. Special Regulations
    1. To accommodate the loading and unloading of vehicles, parking may be permitted in certain no parking areas only if prior permission is obtained from EKU Police Department (622-2821), and is limited to 15 minutes only. Fire lanes, reserved spaces, roadways, and handicapped spaces are not included.
    2. Providing false information when applying for a parking permit or failure to report changes that would affect the status of your permit may result in revocation of University parking privileges and/or University disciplinary action.
    3. Parking against the flow of traffic is prohibited.
    4. It shall be the option of Eastern Kentucky University to remove from campus or impound at the owner’s expense any vehicle for any of the following:
      1. Using University parking facilities without a valid permit.
      2. Parking in reserved spaces, reserved areas or out of assigned parking zone.
      3. Parking in handicapped spaces without a proper parking permit.
      4. Parking in service spaces or loading zones.
      5. Parking in the traveled portion of the roadway or parking lot.
      6. Parking in fire lanes, in front of hydrants or in emergency vehicle lanes.
      7. Failing to pay parking citation fines.
      Vehicles that are impounded on campus will be kept on campus for a maximum of two weeks. If a vehicle is not claimed or if written arrangements are not made with the Assistant Director of Parking and Transportation, the vehicle will be removed from campus and storage fees may be charged by the company storing the vehicle.
    5. Parking is prohibited at all times on the grass or on any other areas where parking would mar the landscape of the campus, create a safety hazard, or interfere with the use of University facilities.
    6. Where parking areas are clearly outlined, occupants must observe the confines of each space. Only one vehicle is permitted in each space.
    7. The responsibility for finding a legal parking space rests with the vehicle operator. Lack of space is not considered a valid excuse for violation of these regulations. A permit does not guarantee parking in any specific lot or area.
    8. Written notes placed on vehicles will not be accepted as a parking permit. In the event your vehicle has become disabled, you must call the EKU Police Department immediately, giving location, make, model, and license number of the disabled vehicle. A temporary permit must then be obtained for the vehicle from the EKU Police Department, with a time limit of four (4) hours during the normal workday. Temporary permits are not available for vehicles that are disabled in the roadway, are blocking traffic or are creating a safety hazard. These vehicles must be moved within 15 minutes. Handwritten or typed notes of any type, except as provided by regulations, will not be honored as valid University parking permits.
    9. Eastern Kentucky University reserves the right to restrict parking for special purposes or events.
    10. Colors are used on curbs and lot surfaces as described below:
      1. Yellow curbs mean no parking any time.


      2. Red curbs mean fire lane, no parking any time.


      3. Blue curbs mean handicapped parking only.


      4. White lines on lot surfaces mark the confines of parking spaces.

    11. The parking of motor homes, recreational vehicles, trailers, boats or commercial vehicles for purpose of temporary living or storage is prohibited.
    12. Because of the need to provide required maintenance and repair to the parking facilities, the parking of vehicles for over 24 hours is prohibited during semester breaks without special permission from the Assistant Director for Parking and Transportation. Zone C parking is exempt from this requirement.


  6. Parking Permit Placement
    1. It is the registrant’s responsibility to place permit correctly.
    2. Transferable permits must be hung from the rear view mirror post with the permit number visible to a person standing in the front of the vehicle. A motorcycle permit must be attached to the rear fender.


  7. Parking Permit Replacement
    1. It is the registrant’s responsibility to replace lost or stolen permits. This includes paying the full registration fee.
    2. Damaged permits are the responsibility of the registrant. A damaged permit can be replaced for $2.00 if it is returned and its identification number is recognizable.


  8. If Vehicle Information Changes

    9. The Parking Office must be informed of new vehicle information when a registered vehicle is replaced or its license plate is changed.

  9. Abandoned Vehicles and Safety Hazards
    1. Vehicles not properly displaying a valid vehicle license or vehicles which are inoperable because of missing or damaged parts will be considered as abandoned and subject to immediate tow at owner’s expense.
    2. Vehicles which have been impounded and not claimed will be considered as abandoned and will be disposed of in accordance with KRS 189.751.
    3. Vehicles which constitute a safety hazard to the University community will be removed from the campus at the owner’s expense.


  10. Penalties
    1. The following monetary penalties* are levied for the specific violations listed below:
      1. Failure to display a valid permit $ 20.00
      2. Parking out of zone $ 20.00
      3. Parking in violation of safety regulations $ 25.00
      4. Parking in a handicapped space $ 100.00
      5. Parking on a sidewalk or grass $ 25.00
      6. Parking in a reserved space $ 25.00
      7. Improper parking $ 20.00
      8. Failure to properly affix permit $ 15.00
      9. Meter violations $ 15.00
      10. Waring Only (no payment necessary) $ 0.00
      11. Possessing a stolen/altered/missing permit $ 100.00
      12. Parking in a fire lane $ 50.00
      *Tow or Boot charge is additional if incurred.
    2. University employees and students with outstanding parking fines will not be eligible to register and receive subsequent parking permits until the delinquent fines are paid.
    3. University employees and students who receive seven or more citations in an academic year may have their parking privileges revoked.
    4. Visitors or guests are expected to conform to University parking regulations to avoid citations and the possibility of being towed.


  11. Appeals
    1. Any person charged with a violation of Eastern Kentucky University parking regulations must either register an appeal within 15 calendar days of the date of the violation or pay the penalty. These 15 days begin on the date of the violation.
    2. The Parking Appeals Committee adjudicates all parking appeals. The Parking Appeals Committee is composed of members of the Student Court, a branch of the Student Government Association and University employees. The employee members of the Parking Appeals Committee are appointed each year by the University Presdient. Employees of Parking and Transportation Services serve as ex ofiicio members of the Parking Appeals Committee and do not have a vote in the decision. Appeals forms are available from Parking and Transportation Services during regular business hours or the Police Department 24 hours a day.
    3. Fire Lane violations may not be appealed.


  12. Refund Policy
    1. If the parking registration fee is paid and the permit is not issued, a full refund will be made.
    2. If the permit is issued and returned before the end of January, a fifty percent refund will be made.