Parking Policy

Responsible Unit: Facilities | Executive lead: CIO 
Created: 8/1/2008 | Reviewed/Revised: 10/2012, 4/21/2023 | Effective: 5/9/2023 
Compliance: N/A 
Approving Body: PAC | Classification: Institution-wide 

Policy:  
PNWU shall provide parking as a courtesy for employees, students, and visitors on campus.  

  • PNWU is not responsible for any theft, vandalism, or other damage occurring while a vehicle is parked on campus.  
  • All vehicle accidents are to be reported to Campus Security regardless of the severity.  
  • Overnight parking is allowed only with preapproval by the Campus Security Manager. 
  • All PNWU affiliates, including on-campus partner organizations, are required to register their vehicles and receive a parking permit. Vehicle information must be kept up-to-date with Campus Security. 

Zones 

  • General parking spaces are open for all vehicles with any type of valid PNWU parking permit. 
  • Staff parking areas are designated by a posted sign or a painted label. After 5pm, staff parking becomes available for general use. 
  • Visitor parking areas are designated by posted sign. For large events, visitors may park in any open general parking.  
  • Loading zones are available for loading and unloading passengers and equipment. 
  • There is no parking in a fire lane for any reason.  
  • Areas labeled No Parking Zone are available for loading and unloading only if no loading zone is available and for a limited time. 
  • Electric vehicles are allowed to charge in designated areas only. Cords not connected to charging stations or that are blocking walkways will be confiscated. 

Towing 

  • Vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense for unauthorized parking and/or safety or hazard concerns if Campus Security is unable to locate the owner. 
  • Only Campus Security may authorize a general tow for unauthorized parking and safety/hazard situations.
  • Individuals may tow disabled personal vehicles from campus with notification to Campus Security. 

Violations 
Employees violating parking policy will be referred to the appropriate supervisor and Human Resources. Students violating the parking policy will be referred to Student Affairs to determine the appropriate action. Vehicles may be towed based on severity of violation after Campus Security is unable to locate the owner. 

Definitions:  
N/A 

Related Documents: 
Parking Permit, Campus Access & Emergency Contact 
PNWU Vehicle Update Request 

Policy Resources

For assistance with policies and procedures contact:

Lori Fulton
lfulton@pnwu.edu