Student Parking

All vehicles parked on Grounds require a valid parking permit. Resident student parking availability varies widely by housing location and is not guaranteed on-site. In general, the newest housing locations (Bond, Gaston, Ramazani) have the fewest spaces in proportion to the number of housing beds. Some parking options are available on Grounds in locations not adjacent to housing. These areas are accessible via UTS.

Students living off-Grounds may purchase commuter parking permits in limited locations. Parking availability is subject to change


How to Purchase a Permit

Permit availability is subject to change.  Please check our website frequently for the most up-to-date information.

  1. Go to the Online Parking Portal
  2. Click on “ACCESS YOUR ACCOUNT”  
  3. Click on “Manage Account”  
  4. Click on “Login”  
    1. You will use your Netbadge login to access your account.  
  5. Once you are logged in you will be able to view your Parking Portal (account information).  
  6. Scroll down to "Permits" and click on "Get Permits".  
  7. Select which permit you would like to purchase and continue to check out 
    1. If there are no permits listed, and you are eligible, please contact Parking & Transportation at 434-924-7231 to process your permit over the phone.

NOTE: UVA P&T Parking Permits are not valid for entry to event parking. Those attending events on UVA Grounds must purchase or register for parking as dictated by the event host.

Parking Eligibility for First-Years

University policy prohibits undergraduate first-year students from having vehicles on-Grounds during their first-year (fall & spring semesters). First-year parking exceptions are only granted in extraordinary circumstances. 

First-year parking requests will be reviewed after First-year housing assignments go out to students in early July. Please complete the First-year parking exception application in Mid-July for consideration. First-year student athletes with regular practices away from Grounds should notify their coaches to seek a parking exception. 

Students who receive an exception are eligible to purchase a Storage parking permit (as space allows).

Available Permits and Rates

2024-2025 Student Permits
Parking DesignationAnnual Permit Rate    
(All permits are prorated from the date of purchase through June 30, 2025)
Daily RatePermit Eligibility
A8$384.00$2.10Fraternity Parking
A9$900.00$5.75Employees and Students Living Off Grounds
B1$672.00N/ABice & Bond Residents    
Assigned by lottery    
Communications regarding the lottery will be sent via email
Blue$384.00$2.10Employees and Students Living Off Grounds
D3$828.00$4.65Law Students
D3 (Storage)$384.00$2.10Residents of Copeley III/IV, Faulkner, and Lambeth 
D10$1068.00$6.25Employees and Students Living Off Grounds
E3$828.00$4.65Employees and Students Living Off Grounds - Waiting List
F Permits$156.00N/AResidents of Copeley I/II and Piedmont Only
Moped$384.00N/AEmployees and Students
Motorcycle (Blue)$384.00N/AEmployees and Students
S0$672.00$3.40RA Parking - Assigned by Housing Residence Life
S1$672.00$3.40Copeley Apartments (III/IV) Residents
S2$672.00$3.40Lambeth Field Apartment Residents
S4$672.00$3.40Faulkner Apartment Residents
S5$384.00$2.10Resident Staff & Residents of Central and West Grounds Housing
S6 (Limited Quantity)$672.00$3.40Resident Staff & Residents of Central and West Grounds Housing
S9$672.00$3.40Hereford College Residents

Mandatory Vacates

Some student lots are subject to mandatory vacates for home football games and events as communicated by email and signage. Failure to comply with the posted vacate may result in citations and/or towing.          
Blue, D3, S6, and S9 lots are required to vacate for all UVA home football games. Alternative locations will be provided to you via email.

Annual Renewal

Student parking permits do not renew from year to year. 

Exception: Graduate students who receive a paycheck from the University. You must contact P&T to renew.

Motorcycle and Moped Parking

Parking and Operation

Motorcycles and mopeds are considered motor vehicles in Virginia and are subject to parking and operating restrictions similar to other vehicles while on Grounds. All motorcycles and mopeds must be registered with Virginia's Department of Motor Vehicles and must have valid license plates and VIN numbers clearly displayed. In addition, they must have a valid parking permit to park on Grounds and are subject to parking enforcement.

Parking Locations

The motorcycle and moped parking map shows the designated parking locations. On Grounds locations are designated via signage as either moped parking only, motorcycle parking only, or moped and motorcycle parking. Motorcycles and mopeds are also allowed to park in the Blue/Commuter lots vehicle spaces. 

Parking is prohibited in the following areas:

  • Bike racks
  • Sidewalks and green spaces (unless designated otherwise with signage)
  • Areas that block building entrances or exits
  • Inside residence halls and other University buildings

Accessible Parking

Students with a permanent or temporary disability may submit requests to the Student Disability Access Center (SDAC) to obtain parking and transportation accommodations. If the accommodation results in a reserved parking assignment, reserved parking rates will apply. SDAC representatives will work with P&T on options.

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