Permit Parking Services

A12. Permit Parking Services – Overview

Permit parking services establish the process for purchasing, using, and managing University parking permits for employees, students, and approved contractors. This framework includes eligibility, permit options, payment requirements, and rules governing cancellations and suspensions.

Permit parking provides in‑and‑out privileges in designated lots during posted hours and requires advance registration through a University parking account.

Up to three vehicles may be registered to a single permit; however, only one registered vehicle may be parked on campus at any given time. If multiple registered vehicles are parked simultaneously without additional payment, each vehicle is subject to ticketing.

A12.1. Permit Types

Each permit type is governed by specific rules concerning availability, oversubscription ratios, overflow privileges, and designated parking locations.

Available Permit Types

  • Discounted (P18, P59, Gordon Hall Only)
  • Yellow Zone — Value Perimeter
  • Red Zone — Basic Interior
  • Blue Zone — Plus Interior
  • Black Zone — Premium Interior (Guaranteed)
  • Green (EV) Zone — Electric Vehicle
  • Motorcycle Zone
  • Accessible Zone

Discounted Permit Parking

  • Valid only in designated discounted lots
  • First‑come, first‑served; parking not guaranteed
  • No overflow privileges
  • Visitor parking required if lot is full
  • Oversubscription ratio: 1.45 permits per space
  • No waitlist maintained

Yellow Zone Permit Parking

  • Valid in any yellow zone facility
  • First‑come, first‑served
  • Visitor parking required if no yellow spaces are available
  • Oversubscription ratio: 1.45:1
  • Waitlist may be maintained

Red Zone Permit Parking

  • Valid in any red zone facility
  • Overflow into yellow zones permitted (excluding P14 and P19)
  • Oversubscription ratio: 1.35:1
  • Waitlist may be maintained

Blue Zone Permit Parking (Staff Only)

  • Available to staff only
  • Overflow into red and yellow zones allowed
  • Oversubscription ratio: 1.10:1
  • Waitlist may be maintained

Black Zone Permit Parking – Guaranteed

  • Assigned lot with guaranteed parking
  • 24/7 access
  • Oversubscription ratio: 1:1
  • Temporary overflow allowed during unexpected capacity issues
  • Waitlist may be maintained

Green (EV) Zone Permit

EV permits authorize parking at EV charging stations only while actively charging.

Green / Red
  • Red zones and EV chargers in red zones
  • 4‑hour max: P4, P12, P23, P31
  • No limit: P48, P49, P59
  • Vehicle must relocate after charging
Green / Yellow
  • Yellow zones and EV chargers in yellow zones
  • No limit: P15, P30
  • No waitlist maintained

Motorcycle Zone Permit

  • First‑come, first‑served
  • No guaranteed spaces
  • Kickstand support plate required
  • May be oversold
  • No waitlist maintained

Accessible Zone Permit

  • Valid U of G permit or PayByPhone payment required
  • Valid ServiceOntario permit displayed
  • Named permit holder must be present
  • Short‑term accommodation coordinated with Accessibility Services or OHW
  • Availability not guaranteed

A12.2. University Parking Account

A University parking account must be created and activated before eligibility assessment, permit purchase, or permit parking.

Mandatory Information

  • Full name
  • U of G student or employee number
  • University and/or local address
  • University email address
  • Mobile phone number
  • Up to three registered vehicles
  • Policy acknowledgement

A12.3. Accuracy and Updating Information

Permit holders are solely responsible for ensuring all account information is current and accurate. The University assumes no liability for impacts resulting from inaccurate data.

A12.4. Permit Eligibility

Students

Must be enrolled and in good standing. Availability varies by season and zone.

Employees

Subject to availability. Student employees are not eligible for staff permits.

A12.5. Payment and Renewal

Permit fees must be paid in full and in advance unless authorized for payroll deduction.

Payroll Deduction

  • Mandatory for regular full‑time employees
  • Renews automatically each May unless opted out
  • Monthly deductions apply

Permit Renewal

  • Monthly permits not renewed in May or September
  • Alternate schedules communicated in advance
  • Renewal subject to availability and eligibility

Restrictions on Issuance

Permits will not be issued if outstanding fines exist unless proof is provided:

  • ServiceOntario plate transfer and cancellation receipt; or
  • MTO vehicle record search or confirmation letter

A13. Payments, Parking Licence, and Cancellation Rules

A13.1. Payment

Full payment is required to activate a permit. Virtual permits are issued and linked to registered licence plates. Permits expire at the end of the paid period unless renewed.

A13.2. Parking Licence

Payment establishes a licence relationship granting permission—not a right—to park, conditional on compliance with policy.

A13.3. Administrative Charge for Insufficient Funds

Returned payments may incur administrative fees in addition to outstanding balances, all of which become immediately payable.

A13.4. Withdrawal, Cancellation, or Revocation

University‑Initiated

  • Policy non‑compliance
  • Unpaid fines or fees
  • Repeated violations

Voluntary Cancellation

Permit holders may cancel anytime before the prepaid period ends by submitting an online cancellation request.

Employee Leave of Absence

  • Option 1: Cancel permit and reapply upon return
  • Option 2: Retain permit and continue payments

Involuntary Termination

Permits are automatically revoked upon conclusion of employment or student status.

A13.5. Determination of Refund or Balance Owing

Daily and monthly permits are non‑refundable.

Refund / Balance Formula: a = b − (c × d) − e

  • a = final balance
  • b = total fees paid
  • c = monthly permit rate
  • d = months used (no partial months)
  • e = unpaid fines or penalties