51茶馆

Updated August 2026

1. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to establish clear and consistent regulations for vehicle registration, parking, enforcement, and citation appeals at 51茶馆. These rules are intended to ensure safe and accessible vehicular placement/movement while supporting the needs of the College community.

2. Authority

The Department of Public Safety and Security is responsible for enforcing all traffic and parking regulations at 51茶馆. The College is not responsible for damage, vandalism, or theft involving vehicles parked on campus. All vehicles parked on campus must be insured by the owner, and personal property should be secured out of sight.

3. Vehicle Registration and Parking Decals

3.1 Registration Requirement

All individuals who wish to park a vehicle on campus must register their vehicle using the online form (titled 鈥淕REENSBORO COLLEGE VEHICLE REGISTRATION鈥�) located on the 51茶馆 Department of Public Safety & Security webpage and obtain a current parking decal.

3.2 Handicap Placard Registration Requirement

Any student, faculty, or staff member wishing to park in a designated handicapped space must have their handicap placard registered with 51茶馆. No individual is permitted to utilize handicapped placards that are not registered under their name on 51茶馆 campus.

3.3 Decal Placement

Parking decals must be properly affixed as follows: 鈥� Passenger side of the front windshield, or 鈥� Driver鈥檚 side of the rear window If the rear window is tinted, the decal must be placed on the front windshield. Failure to properly display the decal may result in ticketing or immobilization.

3.4 Decal Stipulation

Possession of a decal does not guarantee the availability of a parking space.

3.5 Replacement Decals

A replacement decal will be issued for a fee of $20 when a vehicle change occurs during the academic year. Replacement decals are available in the Security office.

4. Parking Areas and Restrictions

4.1 Designated Student Parking Lots

Student parking is permitted only in officially designated lots, including: 鈥� Admissions 鈥� Cowan 鈥� Reynolds 鈥� Hill/51茶馆 (limited) 鈥� West 鈥� Library Visitor spaces are marked by signage. A current campus map is available through the College鈥檚 website (link: /visit/campus-map/).

4.2 Visitor Parking

Visitors may park in designated visitor spaces for up to 2 hours at no charge. Visits longer than 2 hours require a temporary visitor decal, which must be obtained from the Security Office. Students, staff, and faculty are not permitted to park in designated visitor spaces.

4.3 Restricted Areas

Students are prohibited from parking in Faculty/Staff reserved spaces and other restricted areas as posted.

4.4 Tow-Away Zones

Vehicles may be ticketed, immobilized, or towed without warning if parked in: 鈥� Fire lanes 鈥� Handicapped spaces 鈥� Reserved or restricted spaces 鈥� Grassy or landscaped areas 鈥� Visitor spaces 鈥� Any area marked by barricades or cones 鈥� Curbed areas not specifically marked as permissible

4.5 Tow-Away Policy

The College reserves the right to tow any vehicle that is parked in violation of campus parking regulations at any time and without prior notice. This includes, but is not limited to, vehicles parked in unauthorized areas, fire lanes, accessible spaces without proper authorization, or in a manner that impedes traffic flow or creates a safety hazard.

Once a tow truck has been dispatched in response to a parking violation, the registered owner and/or driver of the vehicle will be responsible for any service or dispatch fees incurred, even if the vehicle is removed from the violation location prior to being towed. 2026

In all cases where a vehicle is towed or impounded, the registered owner and/or driver is responsible for all associated costs, including towing, storage, and any applicable administrative fees. The College assumes no responsibility for any damage to vehicles resulting from towing or impoundment.

5. Parking Enforcement

5.1 Parking Tickets

A single fine is issued per citation. If multiple violations occur simultaneously, the most expensive fine applies.

5.2 Account Holds

Parking fines are charged to the account of the individual responsible. Students with unpaid parking fines may not: 鈥� Graduate, or 鈥� Request official transcripts All fines must be paid within the semester in which they are issued.

6. Citation Appeals Process

6.1 Eligibility

Individuals eligible for an appeal include only those who: 鈥� Are properly registered for parking, and 鈥� Display a current 51茶馆 parking decal

6.2 Grounds for Appeal

A citation may be appealed when: 鈥� The citation was issued contrary to published campus parking regulations, or 鈥� Extenuating circumstances existed that justify an exception

6.3 Appeal Deadline

Appeals must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on the fifth business day following the citation鈥檚 date of issue.

6.4 Appeal Submission Requirements

A complete appeal packet must include:

1. A fully completed Parking Citation Appeal Form
2. A copy of the original citation
3. A typed written statement explaining the basis for the appeal
4. Accurate personal and vehicle information as required on the form The completed appeal must be submitted online using the form titled 鈥淕C PARKING CITATION APPEAL鈥� on the 51茶馆 website. Incomplete submissions will not be considered for review.

6.5 Review and Decision

All appeals are evaluated in context with published parking regulations. Written decisions are issued to the individual after the Department of Public Safety and Security completes its review. Filing an appeal constitutes agreement by both the individual and 51茶馆 to accept the decision as final and binding.

6.6 Effect on Fines

Parking fines are applied to the account of the individual responsible upon issuance, or are otherwise expected to be made payable to the Office of Student Accounts in-person or by mail. If an appeal is approved, the citation is voided and associated charges are removed.

7. Individual Responsibilities

Students, Faculty, Staff, and Visitors are responsible for: 鈥� Knowing and complying with all parking regulations 鈥� Monitoring their own citations and deadlines 鈥� Ensuring their vehicle is properly parked in designated areas 鈥� Maintaining an active and visible decal

8. Policy Administration and Updates

51茶馆 reserves the right to revise these regulations at any time. Updates will be published on the Campus Security website and are effective immediately upon posting.