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Fall 2018 Parking Changes
All Garage Red Reserved Zone Permit
A new, expanded permit has been created for red zone parking in all of the garages. The new "all garage red reserved zone" permit is valid in the North University Street garage, the South University Street garage, and the new School Street garage red reserved zones at all times. The permit is also valid in lot F 71 on west campus near the Nelson Smith building beginning at 6:00 am until 4:00 am the following day. Individuals who currently park in the North University Street garage and the South University Street red zones will elect this new permit.
Individual Reserved Space Parking Allowances
Due to increasing pressure on surface parking lots, the three hour surface lot allowance before 5:00 pm has been removed from the individual reserved space permit. Like the all garage red reserved zone permit, the individual reserved space permit will be valid in lot F 71 on west campus near the Nelson Smith building beginning at 6:00 am until 4:00 am the following day. The business permit remains a viable option for those who need short-term parking in the faculty/staff surface lots.
Pay Stations and Pay-by-Cell
In parking lot M47, located between the Watterson Dining Center and the Alamo II book store, coin operated parking meters have been replaced. To pay for parking in the lot, individuals can pay at one of two multi-space pay stations or using a mobile application. Just as with metered spaces, hourly pay spaces are enforced and must be paid 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Any malfunctions that prevent you from paying for parking must be reported at the time they occur, even if after business hours. Call the Office of Parking and Transportation at 309-438-8391 to report the malfunction. Vehicles parked in unpaid spaces are subject to citation.
Parking using the pay stations:
1) Visit the pay station located within the lot. If the station you visit is not working, visit the other station.
2) Enter the parking space number. This number is located on the sign in front of the parking space.
3) Enter payment. The pay station accepts bills, coin and credit or debit card.
4) Return to your vehicle prior to the time expiring. You may extend your time by visiting the pay station, or using the Passport Parking app.
The lot is 1 hour parking only. The hourly rate is $1/hour.
Parking using the Passport Parking app:
1) Download the app on your Android or iOS device.
2) Create a free account using your phone number or email address.
3) Add a credit or debit card to your account.
4) Enter the zone number. The zone number for ISU is 61790.
5) Enter the parking space number. This number is located on the sign in front of the parking space.
6) Select payment method. You must complete your payment transaction before leaving the vehicle parked.
7) Return to your vehicle prior to the time expiring, or extend your parking time using the app.
The lot is 1 hour parking only. The hourly rate is $1/hour. You may extend your parking session for an additional 1 hour using the Passport app.
If your current session expires before you renew you will be subject to a 10 minute lock out period during which your vehicle will be in violation.
A video showing how to use the Passport app can be found below:
A video showing how to use the Cale pay stations can be found below:
Connect-Transit Mobile App
Follow the Connect-Transit shuttle in real time with the Connect-Transit mobile app. You can download the new app by searching Connect Transit in the App Store or Google Play.
Campus Visitor Parking Options
Bone Student Center Pay Lot
Hourly parking rates are $1.00 per hour. Exiting after hours will result in a no charge exit.
The lot is closed and no parking is allowed from 4:00 am to 6:00 am.
Spring and Fall Semester Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday - Sunday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Holiday and Semester Break Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 7:00 am to 4:30 pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Summer Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
South University St. Garage Pay Lot
Hourly parking rates are $1.00 per hour. Exiting after hours will result in a no charge exit.
The lot is closed and no parking is allowed from 4:00 am to 6:00 am.
Spring and Fall Semester Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
Holiday and Semester Break Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 7:00 am to 4:30 pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Summer Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Meters and Metered Areas
Meters and metered areas (pay stations/pay by cell)
are located all over campus. Note the purple areas on the
campus parking map.
Open Parking Dates
May 28, 2018 Memorial Day
July 4, 2018 Independence Day
September 3, 2018 Labor Day
November 22 - 23, 2018 Thanksgiving Holiday
Rules and Regulations Brochure
A copy of the 2017-2018 Parking Rules and Regulations brochure can be downloaded here.