What are some examples of seldom granted appeals?
1. Lack of knowledge of the parking regulations
2. Forgetfulness
3. Overtime parking at meters
4. Parking in the reserved lots without the proper decal
5. Failure to obtain a parking permit
6. Financial hardship
7. Failure to notify Parking and Transportation Services or the ECU
Police Department when a vehicle is disabled
8. Parking in a handicap space without a valid state-issued handicap
placard and an ECU zoned permit
9. Parking in service/maintenance spaces
What if I can't find a parking space?
Lack of convenient space is not considered a valid excuse for violation of a regulation.
Can I leave on my flashers when loading/unloading or for short-term parking?
Hazard lights do not indicate to an officer that you are only parking momentarily. It only attracts attention to your vehicle. Please contact our office at 328-6294 for loading purposes and use meters for short-term parking.
Why did I receive a citation this time, when I have parked in this lot/zone before?
Failure of the university to strictly enforce any parking regulations shall not be construed as a waiver for future enforcement of the regulations.
Why did I receive a citation in the visitor's lot when I was only here to see my advisor or visit the Student Store?
Students, staff and faculty are not visitors and are in violation of regulations when parked in visitor spaces.
Are permits required after hours?
All parking on campus is by permit or you must use metered parking and this includes after hours and weekends.
Why did I receive a citation when I was just visiting Student Health?
All parking on campus is by permit, so if you are being seen as a patient at Student Health, you need to obtain a permit from within their office so that you will not be cited for unregistered.
Why did I receive a ticket when classes are not in session?
Periods between semesters and breaks are not considered holidays; therefore the parking rules and regulations are enforced. Authorized zone exceptions for these periods are listed on the parking website under the link for the Standard Practices Manual and legally recognized holidays are listed on the academic calendar.
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