Parking Information
Overview
The following rules and regulations govern vehicular traffic and parking on the Santa Fe College Northwest Campus and other college locations. They are enforced by the Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³» Police Department (Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»PD) and, where applicable, local law enforcement agencies.
General Parking Rules and Regulations
- The speed limit on campus is 20 mph.
- Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³» does not require a decal for students or charge a fee for parking.
- Students are not permitted to park in faculty/staff lots. Faculty/staff parking is designated in blue. Learn more about obtaining parking decals or temporary parking here.
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Disabled and Purple Heart parking is enforced at all times. Violations for parking in these spaces carry a $100 fine. All other parking violations incur a $20 fine.
- Parking on the grass is prohibited except where signs expressly designate otherwise.
Parking Designations
White Lines
Student parking spaces
Blue Lines
Faculty/staff parking spaces
Green Lines
Student Carpool parking spaces
Motorcycles, Bicycles and Other Vehicles
- Motorcycles: Must park in designated motorcycle parking areas.
- Bicycles: Must use bicycle racks and may not be taken into buildings or parked elsewhere. Bicycle traffic is restricted to roads open to motor vehicles.
- Skateboards, Scooters, etc.: Not permitted on campus or center properties.
Electric and Fuel-Efficient Vehicles
- Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³» does not currently offer designated parking or charging stations for electric or fuel-efficient vehicles.
Visitor Parking
- Visitor Spaces: Visitors can come to the Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»PD if they have any questions about parking.
Assistance for Motorists
- The Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»PD provides jump-start boxes for vehicle assistance. Visit the front desk with a photo ID to check one out. How to request help.
Citations and Appeals
- Citations: Issued for violations including:
- Operating or parking without a valid decal.
- Parking in restricted or unauthorized areas (e.g., grass, handicapped, faculty spaces).
- Appeals:
- Faculty and Staff: Contest citations by completing the online appeal form.
- Students: Submit a Student Parking Appeals form to contest citations.
- Towing and Immobilization: Vehicles may be towed or booted for violations such as blocking traffic or repeat offenses.