Parking and Safety

Vehicle Regulations

The person to whom a vehicle is registered is held fully responsible for any violation involving the vehicle, even if another person was using the vehicle at the time of the violation. It is the responsibility of the registrant to explain the applicable regulations to anyone who may be operating their vehicle.

Repeated violations of parking and traffic regulations may result in appropriate judicial action, including, but not necessarily limited to, revocation of driving privileges on university property.

Lack of familiarity with the traffic/parking regulations does not constitute a defense for failure to comply with any of the regulations.

Parking permits are non-transferable from one individual to another or from one vehicle to another.

All parking and traffic fines must be paid prior to the release of school records, diplomas, certificates, or before a student can register for classes or activate preregistration schedules.

Vehicles may not be left on Stetson University property during summer break. Abandoned vehicles will be towed away (at the owner's expense) to the hired towing company's impound facility.

Stetson University assumes no liability for damage to or theft of any vehicle or its contents and for any injury or death of anyone involved in a vehicular accident while on Stetson University property. Stetson University will not be held liable for damage to vehicles as a consequence of any natural disaster or act of God, including but not limited to: falling trees, tree limbs, utility poles, signs, fences, etc.

Proper Display of Parking Permits

Permits are required to be displayed on either the driver's side, rear bumper or the exterior of the lower left (driver's side) rear window. The following exceptions are permitted:

For convertible vehicles, the parking permit may be displayed on the driver's side of the front windshield.
Motorcycle and moped permits must be displayed, in a visible manner, on the front fork of the motorcycle or moped.

All permits must be clearly visible and properly affixed using the adhesive provided. Affixing the permit in any other manner than with the adhesive provided will result in a non-compliance citation. Permits are non-transferable and must be displayed only on the vehicle for which they are registered.

Regulations for Student Employees

Registered students who also work on campus must obey the parking requirements of their specific permit. Preferential permits are not issued to allow students to park closer to their places of employment.

Tow-Away Process

All vehicles are subject to being towed from university property when:

The vehicle is parked in a fire lane.
The vehicle is parked in a handicapped parking space without a permit.
The vehicle is parked in a restricted space marked as a tow away zone.
The vehicle is parked in such a manner as to create a hazard to other traffic, or it is blocking a roadway or gate.
The registered owner has been warned via email that they have had numerous parking citations and any additional offenses will result in their vehicle being towed.
The owner of the vehicle fails to register the vehicle and has already received four citations for non-registration.

If your vehicle has been towed, you are responsible for payment to the towing company for the towing fee and any additional storage fees.

Parking Violations

Repeated violations of these parking and traffic regulations may result in appropriate judicial action, including, but not necessarily limited to, revocation of driving privileges on university property.

Lack of familiarity with the traffic/parking regulations does not constitute a defense for failure to comply with any of the regulations.

Parking permits are non-transferable from one individual to another or from one vehicle to another.

All parking and traffic fines must be paid prior to the release of school records, diplomas, certificates, or before a student can register for classes or activate preregistration schedules.

Vehicles may not be left on Stetson University property during summer break. Abandoned vehicles will be towed away (at the owner's expense) to the hired towing company's impound facility.

Prerequisites for Vehicle Registration

The applicant and the vehicle must meet all legal requirements for operation within the State of Florida. At the time of registration, you must present your:

Driver's license
Student ID

The following requirements must also be met:

The vehicle must be owned or leased by you or a member of your immediate family.
A completed vehicle registration form must be submitted at the time the permit is received. The make, model, year, license tag number, state and applicant's driver's license are required to register vehicles with the university.

Steps to Register a Vehicle, a Bicycle, or a Scooter

Go to your MyStetson webpage and click on the Student section.
Open the Vehicle Registration page in the Forms section, choose the type of vehicle you are registering, and fill out the vehicle registration request form.
Bring your Student ID to Public Safety at 405 North Amelia Avenue to receive your decal

Fees

Vehicle registration fees are $100.00 for students.

Bicycle and Scooter registration is free of charge.

Student parking permits are valid for one year and expire on August 15. All parking fees/fines are attached to each individual person's account and must be paid at the Office of Student Accounts in the Welcome Center. Residential students who change halls during the academic year must obtain a new parking permit if they change zones. In this case, there is no charge for a new permit.

Additional Parking Permits

Additional parking permits are available for a fee of $100.00.

Temporary Parking Permits

If you will have a vehicle on campus for a period of fewer than 14 days, you can obtain a temporary permit from the Office of Public Safety at no charge. This service applies to substitute vehicles when yours is being repaired, a parent's vehicle that was loaned to you at the beginning or end of the term and other, similar circumstances.

BICYCLES and SCOOTERS

Registration

Bicycles and scooters do not have to be registered with the Office of Public Safety, but it is recommended you do so to aid in the recovery if lost or stolen. This service is free. Public Safety will provide you with a decal to be placed on the frame of your bicycle or scooter.

Regulations

For regulations concerning bicycles and scooters, please refer to the Rules and Regulations page.

Bicycle and Scooter Security

All riders of bicycles and scooters are encouraged to take the following precautions in order to protect their property:

Don't forget to register your bike or scooter with Public Safety. This service is free of charge.
Always lock your bike or scooter. Use a high-security ULock as cables may be cut!
Engrave your driver's license number or Stetson ID number onto the frame. Engravers are available for use at the Office of Public Safety.
When you leave campus for extended periods, make certain your bike or scooter is safely stored or take it with you, and always park your in designated areas.

Motorcycles and Mopeds

Motorcycles and mopeds require a parking permit and may park in any standard space within their appropriate zone.
Motorcycles and mopeds may not be driven on walkways or landscaped areas. They may not be parked on porches, walkways, landscaped areas or any other area not designated above.

Safety

Stetson University's Public Safety is committed to providing the campus community with a safe environment, allowing for an enjoyable experience for our students, faculty and staff. We operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week all year round. Please visit our Public Safety website for information on our staff, services, preparedness, prevention, vehicle registration, and Clery compliance.