Faculty/staff Parking Rules & Regulations
All faculty/staff must read, understand, and comply with UMaine’s Parking Rules & Regulations prior
to obtaining a parking permit.
Where To Park
All Faculty/Staff are required to have a hangtag permit placed on their rearview mirror.
To find Faculty & Staff parking be sure to check out:
If you have any questions about where to park, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at 207-581-4047 or um.parkingservices@maine.edu.
Order a Permit
We offer a variety of permits for faculty/staff members based on their status with the university. The majority of Faculty/Staff Permits can be purchased online, in person, or over the phone.
Electric Vehicles
The UMaine EV parking permit is currently only available to UMaine Faculty/Staff who already qualify for a blue Staff/Faculty permit and as space allows.
Please visit our Electric Vehicles page for more information and qualifying vehicle requirements.
Accessible Parking Spaces
The University of Maine complies with Federal Standards for the number of accessible designated parking spaces in relation to the number of parking spaces on the campus. These spaces are allocated in specific parking lots by the anticipated need in that area.
Visit our Accessible Parking page for more information.
Carpool Program
Carpool and save money on parking permits! Carpools consist of two or more Faculty/Staff traveling in the same vehicle, one of which is deemed the Coordinator.
All carpool members must apply for Carpool permit and should register at GoMaine.org.
Public Transportation
Faculty/Staff have several options for traveling around and near campus.
Pay or Appeal a Citation
If a faculty/staff member receives a parking citation, they must pay it promptly. If a faculty/staff member feels that they received their ticket in error, they have the option to appeal the citation.
Recreation Center Parking
All faculty/staff members visiting the New Balance Recreation Center must have a parking permit to park in the Rec Center lot.
Please visit the Order a Permit page for detailed Rec Center Parking information.
Bicycle Registration
Bikes on campus are encouraged and fun!
Visit the University of Maine Police Department to register your bike on campus. Please bring your bicycle information including any unique identifiers as part of the bicycle registration process.
Athletic Events & Tailgating
Let’s Go Black Bears!
Towing Information
If a faculty/staff member’s car gets towed, please contact:
Sullivan’s Automotive Service
84 Airport Road
Old Town, ME 04468
Dispatch Office Phone : (207) 827-2413 / Fax : (207) 827-3616
Business Office Phone : (207) 817-0142 / Fax : (207) 817-0143
All tow fees, holds, and services are handled through Sullivan’s Automotive directly.
Please reference UMaine’s Towing Policy in Section G of the full Rules and Regulations for more detailed information.
Motorist Assistance
Broken Down Vehicle
We provide complimentary vehicle jump starts on campus when officers are available. This service is provided Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. excluding University recognized holidays.
During regular business hours call 207.581.4047
After hours & weekends, please call 207.581.4040
Jump Start Requests
We provide complimentary vehicle jump starts on campus when officers are available. This service is provided Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. excluding University recognized holidays.
During regular business hours call 207.581.4047
After hours & weekends, please call 207.581.4040
Loading Zone pass requests
Are you moving in or out of a dorm or office? Do you need to load or unload large items such as art pieces or groceries? If so, please request a loading zone pass at the Parking Office, either in person or via an email request. This will allow you to park in the loading zone area of the building without issue. Fire lanes should never be used for this purpose.