Parking Policies

Students may park their registered vehicle in designated student lots. Parking in legal spaces on city streets is an option but beware that on Dudley Avenue and Clayton Avenue there are reserved residential spaces that are not open to students. These spaces are clearly marked as tow zones with signage, and are monitored daily by the city police.

Please Note: Students may not park on Giddings Circle, Pawling Circle, Anderson West, Infirmary, or other lots identified by signage as faculty/staff between the hours of 7:00am and 5:00pm Monday through Friday.

Parking is not permitted in any fire lane, loading zone, marked tow zones, any grass area, or at anytime in specifically reserved spaces such as handicapped, RD, the President, or Governor. All parking policies are enforced every day of the week, this includes weekends.

No vehicles are permitted in the Quad area without authorization. At no time are vehicles permitted on the grass areas except as specifically authorized in advance. Driving or parking on sidewalks or grounds anywhere on campus is strictly prohibited without the expressed prior consent of the Director of Campus Safety.

 

Where to Park

Freshmen

There are specific lots on campus designated for freshmen parking. Freshmen may park their registered vehicle in the following lots; Knight Hall East, Knight Hall West, North and South Military Lots, Military/Jackson Lot, and Anderson East. Freshmen may not park in upper class parking lots at anytime; this includes the weekend, even if they live in a residence hall on South Campus.

Upperclassmen

All other students may park in Knight Hall East and West, Gravel lot by Pike, Anderson East, North Military, South Military, The Pit, Allen/PHA lot, Sigma, Kappa Alpha/Kappa Delta lot, Hollyhock South, Alpha Gamma Delta.

Commuters/East Campus Residents

Students who are commuters or East Campus residents are required to register their vehicle with Campus Safety and properly display a current parking decal if they plan to park on Georgetown College property. East campus residents may not park in front of the Thomas and King Conference Center at anytime.

Fifth Year Seniors or Student Teachers

Fifth year seniors or student teachers must register their vehicle and display a current parking permit if they wish to park on college property.

 

 

 

Parking Violations

The Campus Safety office reserves the right to ticket and/or tow any vehicle in violation of vehicle and parking policies, including registration under false pretenses. The driver and/or the registered owner of the vehicle is responsible for violation(s) of College vehicle and parking regulations, including appropriate fines, towing fees, related charges and possible disciplinary action. Make sure you inform any relative or friend who may use your vehicle about parking guidelines. This includes where to legally park your vehicle.

 

Tickets and Impoundment

If you park in a spot not authorized by your permit, you are a candidate for a parking citation. These citations can be costly; the following is a list of parking violations and fines.

Failure to display current decal………………….. $40
Parking in a Disabled Person’s spot…………..... $40
Parking in a reserved or restricted area……….… $25
Driving/Parking on grounds/sidewalk……............$25
Parking in a Fire Lane…………………………….. $25
Improper Parking(over line, not in space)……..... $10
Improper display of current decal………………... $10

Tow fees and impoundment cost even more. Fines are paid at the Business Office located in Highbaugh Hall. There will be a $5 reduction in the total fine for all tickets paid within 2 days of receiving the ticket.

Parking Violation Appeal

Students who feel their car has been unfairly ticketed have the right to file an appeal with the Campus Safety office within 5 business days. An appeals committee which is comprised of faculty, staff, and students meets monthly to review parking appeals.

How do I file an appeal?

Parking citation appeals are filed with the Campus Safety Office. In order for your appeal to be considered, an appeal form must be completed giving a written explanation of circumstances. The copy of the parking citation must also be attached to the appeal form. When you file an appeal you do not need to pay any portion of the fine until after you have been notified of the committee’s decision.

How will I be notified of the committee's decision?

Students who have filed an appeal will receive a letter informing them of the committee’s decision. Students who are informed that their appeal has been denied or amended will still have the opportunity to receive a $5 reduction in the total fine. However, the fine must be paid in full and within 2 days from receipt of the notification letter.

 

Other Parking Policies

  • Campus Safety should be contacted immediately if your vehicle information changes.
  • Do not use any other permit you find or that you may receive from someone other than Campus Safety.
  • If you loan your vehicle to someone else, you will be held responsible for any citation issued.
  • Do not assume that because other cars are parked illegally that you may do so.
  •  Do not park on yellow lines, fire lanes or any restricted areas with the hazard lights flashing; this will not prevent you from receiving a citation. Park your vehicle only in designated areas between the white lines.
  •  All Georgetown College parking areas, including gravel lots require a current parking decal. There are no lots on campus that do not require a current parking decal. If you park your vehicle on campus and do not properly display the current decal you will receive a parking violation.
  • Transcripts will not be given to students who have not settled outstanding parking violations.
  • Georgetown College is not responsible for any damage or loss that may occur to a student’s vehicle/motorcycle or its contents. Campus Safety will assist you in contacting the Georgetown City Police Department to report theft or vandalism to your vehicle/motorcycle.
  • Campus Safety should be contacted immediately if your vehicle information changes.

 

Questions about Parking

Any questions pertaining to parking or parking policies should be directed to the Campus Safety Office. Do not rely on the advice of fellow students because they may not be giving you the correct information.