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General Information
Where can I find parking maps for the UNO campus?
Why does it cost to park at UNO?
Where can I find updates on lot and road closures at UNO?
Where can I find parking maps for the UNO campus?
You can find our campus parking map on the Campus Maps Page, which provides detailed information about parking lots, garages, and designated areas for different permit types.
Why does it cost to park at UNO?
The revenue from permit sales, fines, and pay-to-park areas allows the university to maintain and operate our parking lots and garages, including maintenance and repair of surfaces by patching or replacement, snow removal, lighting, signage, painting and striping lots; as well as funding our sustainability and transit programs, and operating the UNO Parking and Transit Services office.
Where can I find updates on lot and road closures at UNO?
Visit our Parking Lot and Road Status page to find updates on lot and road closures across campus. Lot and road statuses are also posted on our Twitter/X and Facebook pages.
Parking Permits
Is a parking permit required to park on campus?
Is my permit a sticker or a hangtag?
How do I purchase a parking permit?
What types of parking permits are available?
Can I have multiple vehicles registered to my virtual permit?
What should I do if my vehicle does not have a license plate?
Will my UNO parking permit work at UNL, UNMC, UNK?
Are parking permits required on holidays and weekends?
Is a parking permit required to park on campus?
Yes. Any vehicle that parks on UNO campuses is required to have a valid UNO parking permit.
Is my permit a sticker or a hangtag?
Neither. All permits issued at UNO are virtual and based on the state and license plate number of the vehicle. Double check that the letters, numbers, and state of the plate are correct at the time of registering your vehicle. If you change plates or vehicles, let us know as soon as possible so we can help you update your account.
How do I purchase a parking permit?
You can purchase a UNO parking permit online through the MavPark web portal or in person at the UNO Parking and Transit Services office.
What types of parking permits are available?
Several different types of parking permits are available. More information on UNO permits and permit types can be found on the Permits page of the UNO Parking and Transit Services website.
Can I have multiple vehicles registered to my virtual permit?
Yes. For your convenience, UNO parking permit holders are able to register up to two vehicles on their virtual permit, as long as only one vehicle is parked on campus at a time.
What should I do if my vehicle does not have a license plate?
Call or email us. If your vehicle does not have plates at the time of registering for your permit, please contact UNO Parking and Transit Services so we can help you set up your VIN number on your account and linked to your parking permit. Once you add license plates, we stop looking at the VIN, so make sure to contact us.
Will my UNO parking permit work at UNL, UNMC, UNK?
Yes. Contact UNO Parking and Transit Services or visit our Permits page to find more information on reciprocal parking.
Are parking permits required on holidays and weekends?
A: No. A permit is not required to park in general use stalls on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Areas that are excluded include reserved stalls, ADA stalls, visitor stalls, EV charging stalls, pay-to-park timed lots (Lots A,C, and the seven (7) designated stalls in Lot M), drive aisles, and fire lanes. These areas are enforced 24/7.
Visitor Parking
Where can visitors park on campus?
How much does visitor parking cost?
Where can visitors park on campus?
Visitor parking information can be found on the Visitors parking page of the UNO Parking and Transit Services website.
How much does visitor parking cost?
Visitor parking fees vary depending on the location and duration of your stay. Typically, there are hourly and daily rates available. Please check the Permits page of the UNO Parking and Transit Services website for current permit pricing.
Accessible Parking and Transit
Where are accessible parking spaces located on campus?
Do I need a special permit to park in an accessible space?
How do I apply for an accessible parking permit?
Where are accessible parking spaces located on campus?
Accessible parking spaces are located throughout the UNO campus, near building entrances and other key areas. These spaces are marked with the international symbol of accessibility.
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Do I need a special permit to park in an accessible space?
Yes, you must display a state-issued accessible parking tag or license plate to park in these spaces.
Additionally, you must also have a valid UNO parking permit and register your state issued accessibility permit with the UNO Parking and Transit Services office.
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How do I apply for an accessible parking permit?
State-issued accessible parking permits can be obtained through your local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
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Are UNO shuttles accessible?
Yes. All campus shuttles are equipped with lifts for ADA accessibility.
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Enforcement and Citations
When is parking enforced on campus?
What should I do if I receive a parking citation?
How do I appeal a parking citation?
What are the consequences of not paying a parking citation?
When is parking enforced on campus?
Parking is enforced on campus from 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., Monday through Thursday, and 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Friday.
See our Parking Enforcement Schedule for enforcement and open parking dates.
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What should I do if I receive a parking citation?
If you receive a citation, please contact the UNO Parking and Transit Services office as soon as possible so we can assist you. More information on citations can be found on our Regulations page.
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How do I appeal a parking citation?
Students, Residents, Faculty/Staff, and Visitors who receive a parking citation at UNO may appeal the citation within thirty (30) days of the issue date. Detailed information on the appeals process can be found within the UNO Parking Rules and Regulations.
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What are the consequences of not paying a parking citation?
Failure to pay a parking citation may result in additional fines, holds on your Mavlink account, and/or booting/towing of your vehicle. It is important to address citations promptly to avoid these penalties.
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Special Situations
Can I park overnight on campus?
Are there electric vehicle (EV) charging stations available on campus?
Can I request parking for an event on campus?
Can I park overnight on campus?
Overnight parking on campus is prohibited unless you have made special arrangements with the UNO Parking and Transit Services office. Vehicles left overnight without permission may be subject to citations or towing.
Residents living on campus who have a valid UNO resident parking permit and are parked in their appropriate resident lot are exempt from this.
Are there electric vehicle (EV) charging stations available on campus?
Yes, UNO has multiple EV charging stations available in select areas of Dodge and Scott Campuses. Visit the Sustainable Transportation page on the UNO Parking and Transit Services website for more information on EV charging stations.
Can I request parking for an event on campus?
Yes. If you would like to request parking for a campus event, please contact UNO Event Parking at unoeventparking@unomaha.edu.
It is highly preferred that requests are made with at least 48 hours notice prior to the event to ensure availability. Requests that are submitted with less than 48 hours notice will be reviewed but are not guaranteed.
Transit
Where can I find information on campus shuttle service?
When does campus shuttle service operate?
How can I see the location of all campus shuttles?
Why is a shuttle not showing up on the tracker app?
Do campus shuttles run on weekends or holidays?
I lost an item on a campus shuttle, who do I contact?
Who do I contact to provide feedback on campus shuttle service?
Where can I find information on campus shuttle service?
Visit our Shuttle Services page for more information on campus shuttle service.
When does campus shuttle service operate?
Campus shuttle service operates at different levels throughout the year depending on the academic calendar and university holidays. Visit our Shuttle Services page for more information on shuttle routes and their hours of operation.
How can I see the location of all campus shuttles?
The UNO Shuttle Tracker app offers a convenient way to access real-time location data for each shuttle currently in operation. Additionally, the app provides estimated arrival times for all of UNO’s shuttle stops, allowing you to plan your trips more efficiently.
Why is a shuttle not showing up on the tracker app?
There may be times where transmission of live GPS data from shuttles is interrupted due to circumstances beyond our control. Please note that if a shuttle stops transmitting data, it will not appear on the app, even though it is in service.
Do campus shuttles run on weekends or holidays?
No. Campus shuttle service is not provided on weekends or holidays.
I lost an item on a campus shuttle, who do I contact?
Please reach out to our campus shuttle provider, Arrow Stage Lines, directly at lostandfound@arrowstagelines.com . In your email, please include a detailed description of the lost item, along with information on the shuttle route, time, and date.
Who do I contact to provide feedback on campus shuttle service?
Please contact us via email at unoshuttles@unomaha.edu or call us at 402.554.6424.
Contact Information
How can I contact UNO Parking and Transit Services?
How can I contact UNO Parking and Transit Services?
The UNO Parking and Transit Service office is generally open Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
We can be reached by phone at 402.554.7275, by email at unoparking@unomaha.edu, or visit us at our office on Scott Campus at 1313 South 67th Street, just South of the Pacific Parking Garage. There are two visitor stalls just inside the south entrance.