Parking on Campus - Frequently Asked Questions

Why must I have a permit?
Just like most places, MU has limited parking. Parking must be regulated to ensure its fair, safe and orderly usage by persons permitted to use MU parking areas.

What do the different color parking space lines mean?
You will notice different color lines in the parking lots on campus. Blue-lined numbered spaces close to the residence halls are reserved spaces for residential students and require a permit. Yellow-lined spaces are for MU faculty and staff. White-lined spaces are for commuter students who have a permit and for campus guests and visitors.

Do I need a permit if I only am taking one night class?
Parking is open to park freely on campus without displaying a parking permit after 4 pm Monday through Friday. Parking is also open to park without a permit during weekend hours. Weekend hours starts 4 pm Friday and end 8 am Monday. Note, however, that you cannot park in any reserved parking space at any time, even during open parking times. A reserved parking space is a space reserved with a sign or a numbered blue lined parking space around the residence halls. 

When are parking regulations enforced?
Although a valid parking permit is only needed 8 am-4 pm Monday through Friday, parking regulations are enforceable 24 hours a day, all year long. Special exceptions are noted in the complete parking regulations. Remember, you must still park legally in a lined parking space to avoid receiving a parking ticket for not parking properly while on campus at all times including open parking times.

I am a resident and have a blue permit with an assigned parking space number, can I park anywhere else?
You must remain in your assigned parking space from 8am - 4pm Monday through Friday. After 4 pm weekdays and all weekend you can park in any non-reserved white lined parking space on campus. You should NEVER park in someone else's number blue space at any time.

I am a resident and have a blue permit with an assigned parking space number, someone is parked in my parking space, what should I do?
Park in the nearest white lined space near your residence hall. Call the 24-hour non-emergency line at 717-871-4357 to report a vehicle in your parking space. You can also leave a tip on the LiveSafe app. 

What if I need to change the vehicle that I have registered with my parking permit?
If you are temporarily using a different vehicle (i.e. vehicle maintenance), stop by the parking office to obtain a temporary permit for the vehicle you will be driving. If your vehicle is sold, traded-in, totaled, or out of service and you wish to obtain a replacement permit sticker, you must provide the following:

• Scrape off the sticker and return the sticker or take a photo of the vehicle without the sticker on it (showing the license plate) OR
• Verification that the vehicle is out of service or is no longer registered to you (bill of sale, trade-in documentation, total loss report from insurance, or title transfer).
• Registration for the new vehicle you wish to obtain a replacement permit.

Why do parking fines seem so high?
Fines and fees are set the by the University and are used to offset the cost of maintaining the parking system, including lot maintenance, signage and equipment. Questions concerning the fees and use of funds should be directed to the University Police Chief or the Vice President of Finance and Administration.

Can I appeal a fine?
Yes, the University Parking Office does have an appeal process if you received a parking ticket for not displaying a parking permit (during weekdays 8 am - 4 pm) or most other fines. If you wish to appeal a parking ticket you received, you must do so online and within 72 hours of receiving your parking ticket. Please remember that it is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with Pennsylvania State parking regulations as part of your PA driving privileges when you received your driver's license. 

What happens if I don't pay my tickets?
Unpaid tickets are subject to late fees. You will be reminded of your outstanding fines via email if your vehicle is registered. You will also receive an email each time a ticket receives a late fee. 

You must understand that unpaid fines constitute a legal debt owed to the University. Thus, if fines remain unresolved, this results in a student being placed on "Hold" with the Registrar's office.  Substantial unpaid fines and/or tickets result in the possibility of having your vehicle booted, towed, or a loss of parking privileges. PLEASE read and understand university parking regulations, and resolve your fines BEFORE these occur.  

We are not responsible for any fees added to outstanding parking tickets if you failed to register your vehicle. All fines will need to be paid prior to any parking permit being issued if you decide you want to apply for a permit after a parking ticket has been issued.

Where can I find more information?
This website contains all the information you need to apply for a parking permit regardless if you are a visitor, student or employee at Millersville University. Our complete Millersville University parking regulations are also located on our parking website.