Parking Services

Take a Few Minutes to Visit the New UMBC PARKING PORTAL

The new portal is up and running! From now on, if you need to add a new vehicle, remove one, purchase permits or anything parking, you will go to umbc.aimsparking.com!

A new feature with the new parking portal, you can now opt-in to getting text messages from parking. Lot closures. Construction. Citations. Just a few of the items you can receive via your phone going forward. Sign-up today to ensure you don’t have a parking issue when coming to campus.

We are so excited to move forward with our new parking management system. This system will provide students, staff and faculty with a much more user-friendly experience.

PARKING ENFORCEMENT

Posted sign violations and standard Maryland Traffic Regulations are enforced 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days per year (regardless of whether UMBC is open or closed that day). Parking permits are enforced during the hours of 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday – Friday. There is no free parking during the hours of 8 AM to 4 PM. You must pay between the hours of 8 AM and 4 PM, Monday thru Friday, in the Pay-to-Park lots.

Questions? Please feel free to contact Parking Services at 410-455-2551 or email us at parking@umbc.edu.

FAQ’s

1. Do you have to pay-to-park in visitor parking lots?

A. All individuals parking in the pay-to-park lots must pay $2 per hour. This policy is in effect, Monday – Friday during the hours of 8 AM to 4 PM. Regardless of whether you are sitting in your car, if you are in a space, you must pay. You may pay at the Pay Machines at any pay-to-park lot. Machines accept cash or credit card payments. Please note, pay machines do NOT give change. Please the exact amount you want or you will not receive change. You may also utilize the Park Mobile App. You can pay conveniently from your phone or device. Receipts are no longer needed. Using the app? You can pay for as little as 15 minutes.

2. Where are your electric charging stations and how long can we park at one?

A. We have 10 charging stations in the Walker Avenue Garage, 7 in Lot 9 and 2 in the Stadium Lot. We do require that you limit yourself to 4 hours per day. Violators will be cited.

3. I tried to remove a car but the parking system will not let me? What do I do?

A. Please contact Parking Services via email at parking@umbc.edu and let us know your campus ID and the plate to be removed. We will happily remove this for you.

4. What are the different parking permit categories for students?
A. Commuter students receive the A Permit. Walker Avenue Apartments students receive a B Permit. Resident students receive the C Permit. Please note, sharing permits is strictly prohibited and will result in citations and further penalties from student conduct.

5. How long do I have to pay my citation?
A. You have 30 days to pay off your account balance before a $10 late fee will be added. If not paid after 45 days, an additional $20 late fee will be added, and a student hold added to your account. Payments can be made with cash or check in the Parking Services Offices or at the UMBC Parking Portal with a credit card.

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