Parking at the University of Michigan-Flint
A valid University of Michigan-Flint Parking Permit is required to park in any university-owned lot or structure. Parking permits are managed through the UM-Flint Department of Public Safety (DPS).
Parking permits and policies related to parking are managed in partnership with the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Campus Parking and Traffic Advisory Committee. Comments, questions, and suggestions are welcome via the online comment form.
Students
Permits are provided to all students (both undergraduate and graduate) at no cost, as part of their semester registration.
Faculty & Staff
Faculty and staff members who wish to park on campus are required to have a valid parking permit. The cost of the annual permit is $180 (payable by check in full or monthly installments through payroll deduction). Specialized options are available for the designated Blue Parking Area (UPAV Ramp) and temporary or retired employees.
Recreation Center Members
Permits are provided to members of the University Recreation Center for parking in the Mill Street Parking Ramp. Parking is also available in Lot A before 8 a.m. or after 5 p.m. Day Pass users must acquire a Visitor Parking pass from the Rec Center registration desk for use in the Mill Street Parking Ramp.
Handicap Parking
Spaces are available in all university lots and structures. A valid UM-Flint Parking Permit and a State of Michigan Handicap Parking Permit are required.
Visitor Parking
Permits can be provided to those planning to attend specific meetings or events; other guests should consider the paid parking options on or near campus.
Service Vehicle or Restricted Parking (including Handicap Parking)
To facilitate and maximize service operations, including short-term deliveries, pick-up/drop-off of materials, repair services, and outside vendors, a service vehicle permit is available.
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
UM-Flint welcomes the use of electric vehicles and provides charging stations at certain points throughout campus. A special permit is required.
Designated Parking Areas and Open Parking
UM-Flint parking areas require a valid university parking permit.
Parking Enforcement and Ticket Resolution
DPS officers regularly enforce parking across campus. All tickets are resolved through the Flint Downtown Development Authority (DDA).
All tickets are resolved through the City of Flint 67th District Court.