A. Definitions
In the interest of clarity, the following definitions are provided:
1. ADA Accessible Area refers to a 24-hour controlled parking area restricted to vehicles displaying a UK Accessible Permit for individuals with disabilities.
2. ADA Accessible Permit refers to a parking permit issued to individuals with disabilities.
3. Bicycle means a device that a person may ride and that is propelled by human power and has two tandem wheels at least one of which is more than 14 inches in diameter.
4. Bike Lane means any portion of a sidewalk or roadway defined by signs, stencils, and paint that is dedicated for use by bicycles.
5. Bike Path means an area designated for the exclusive use of bicycles.
6. Bike Rack is an apparatus, specifically designed for providing a means of storing and securing a bicycle.
7. Blue Line Area refers to a restricted parking area designated by blue lines and/or signs.
8. Immobilization refers to use of a wheel locking device attached to a vehicle to render it incapable of movement.
9. Impoundment means a motor vehicle, pursuant to KRS 376.275, or bicycle has been involuntarily immobilized or towed/transported to a compound or storage facility due to a violation(s) of these regulations, the KRS or subsequent to an arrest, and its removal has been ordered by the University of Kentucky Police Department or Transportation Services and retained in custody pending payment of all citation, towing and storage fees.
10. KRS refers to Kentucky Revised Statutes.
11. Loading Zone refers to a 24-hour restricted parking area designated by black and yellow stripes and/or signs.
12. M Permit refers to a motorcycle/moped permit.
13. Moped means either a motorized bicycle whose frame design may include one or more horizontal crossbars supporting a fuel tank so long as it also has pedals, or a motorized bicycle with a step-through type frame which may or may not have pedals rated no more than two brake horsepower, a cylinder capacity not exceeding fifty cubic centimeters (50cc), an automatic transmission not requiring clutching or shifting by the operator after the drive system is engaged, and capable of a maximum speed of not more than thirty miles per hour (30 mph).
14. Motorcycle refers to any self-propelled, motorized vehicle having a seat or saddle for the use of the rider(s), designed to travel on not more than two wheels in contact with the ground, has a cylinder capacity greater than 50 cubic centimeters and a transmission that requires clutching or shifting by the operator after the drive system is engaged. Any motorized vehicle that has three or more wheels in contact with the ground, regardless of its cylinder capacity or transmission type, is defined as a car or truck for purposes of these regulations.
15. Motorcycle/Moped Parking Space refers to any parking space designated by green lines or parking signs.
16. Motorcycle/Moped Parking Area refers to any parking area designated by green lines or parking signs.
17. Permit Sleeve refers to a plastic device with a lock issued by Transportation Services to individuals with E, C, K or Off-Peak permits who also drive a motorcycle or moped to campus. These sleeves shall be attached to the rearview mirror of an automobile or to the handlebars or frame of a motorcycle or moped.
18. Transportation Services refers to the University of Kentucky Transportation Services.
19. Registrant refers to an individual who has registered a bicycle with Transportation Services.
20. Scooter is a term used interchangeably with “moped” but is not a defined term by the KRS. A scooter is considered a moped if, and only if, it is a self-propelled vehicle that fits all of the criteria of a moped. Otherwise, it is considered a motorcycle.
21. Service Area refers to a restricted parking area designated by yellow and white striped lines and/or signs.
22. Shared Use Path means any designated and marked pedestrian walkway, sidewalk, or area for use by both pedestrians and bicyclists.
23. UK HealthCare Patient and Visitor Parking or Patient and Visitor Parking means parking lots, parking structures, and other parking areas located on or adjacent to the University’s main campus restricted for exclusive use by qualified patients and qualified visitors unless otherwise authorized by Transportation Services.
24. UK HealthCare Qualified Patient or Qualified Patient means any person attending a bona-fide outpatient medical appointment or receiving inpatient treatment.
25. UK HealthCare Qualified Visitor or Qualified Visitor means any person accompanying a qualified patient to a medical appointment or inpatient treatment or visiting a patient while not working in an official capacity or attending class.
B. General Information
A valid parking permit or pass is required to park in selected lots on the University of Kentucky campus during restricted hours. Signs located at the entrances to these campus parking areas indicate the type of permit required, the hours of control, and tow zone. In paved lots and parking structures cars and trucks must park within two white lines. Green lines and/or signs indicate the parking spaces for motorcycles and mopeds. In gravel parking lots, vehicles shall be centered against wheel stops.
Additional regulations governing the parking and operation of motorcycles, mopeds and bicycles on campus are presented in the Alternative Transportation section of these regulations.
The responsibility of finding a proper parking space rests with the vehicle operator. A PARKING PERMIT DOES NOT GUARANTEE A PARKING SPACE; however, it does grant the privilege to park in the designated area when there is parking available. Inability to find a parking space is not a license to violate these regulations. Use of emergency flashers does not excuse parking in violation of these regulations.
Parking on campus is restricted to permit holders between 5:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and until 3:30 p.m. on Friday, unless otherwise posted. Parking zones and regulations pertaining to these areas are strictly enforced year-round.
Parking arrangements for special events should be made in advance by contacting the Transportation Services Special Events Coordinator. During special events, certain parking lots are restricted for event parking, and operators of motor vehicles may have to pay a fee to park in these lots or parking may be pre-paid by the event organizer.
Transportation Services has the authority to temporarily close individual parking lots, driveways, or other parking facilities, when necessary to accommodate the needs of the university. These include but are not restricted to street cleaning or maintenance, and parking for special events sponsored by or held at the university. When possible, notices detailing the restrictions, date(s) and time(s) will be advertised in advance of the closure or event.
Because the diverse parking needs of faculty, staff, students, and visitors must be accommodated, the time frame in which parking areas are controlled will vary. Signs located at the entrances to campus parking areas specify the hours of control. ADA accessible parking spaces and loading zones lines (black and yellow striped lines) are examples of 24-hour controlled parking areas.
The Director of Transportation Services, or designee, may exercise discretion to deal with special circumstances not covered by these regulations.
C. University Responsibilities and Individual Parking
The University of Kentucky assumes no responsibility for the care or protection of any vehicle or its contents while it is parked on University property. The University also assumes no responsibility for the care or protection of any vehicle or its contents during its removal or subsequent storage resulting from violations of these regulations.
The action of individuals parking and operating their vehicles on campus will be conclusive evidence of their willingness to abide by these regulations.
D. Special Parking Circumstances
1. Visitors
There are three recognized types of visitors to campus. They are general campus visitors, UK HealthCare qualified patients and UK HealthCare qualified visitors. Visitors are welcome at all times and may park in the following locations:
- General campus visitors
- Pay parking meters
- W.T. Young Library pay parking lot
- Gatton Student Center pay parking lot
- Cornerstone Garage (PS #5)
- Sports Center Garage (PS #7)
- Designated UK HealthCare Patient and Visitor Parking
- UK HealthCare Garage (PS #8)
- Kentucky Clinic Garage (PS #3)
- Good Samaritan Hospital Garage
- Designated Good Samaritan Medical Office Building, Warren Court and Professional Arts Center visitor parking areas
- Emergency Department parking at Chandler and Good Samaritan Hospitals
- Markey Cancer Center Patient Lot
- Main entry drives for Kentucky Clinic and Good Samaritan Hospital
In campus parking lots and structures where designated visitor parking is limited, Transportation Services offers visitor parking passes for a fee in permit-controlled areas.
The issuance of a parking pass does not guarantee a parking space.
2. Official Vehicles
Motor vehicles on official business bearing United States Government or Kentucky official license plates may park in designated service areas, subject to posted time restrictions and limitations, or in any valid parking space, with the exception of reserved and core parking areas during restricted hours, ADA accessible parking spaces and other signed spaces restricting general use. Service areas (yellow and white striped lines) have a two-hour time limit. Official vehicles are not permitted to park in ADA accessible spaces or zones and payment for parking meters is required. Official vehicles abandoned, stored, or left inoperative in a permit-controlled parking lot are subject to towing or immobilization. Official vehicles not used on a daily basis will be parked at remote locations of campus to be determined by the Director of Transportation Services. Official vehicles must adhere to the parking rules and regulations while on campus.
3. Construction Workers
Any general contractor who is employed by the University of Kentucky for campus construction is eligible to purchase two E parking permits at the current fee if approved by the Capital Project Management Division or Physical Plant Division. Only the general contractor and/or key subcontractors may use these permits during the construction period. Additional parking for construction workers is available in the K lots at Commonwealth Stadium or in lots designated by Transportation Services the Director of Transportation Services, or designee, must approve exceptions.
4. Special Events
Event organizers are asked to contact the Transportation Services Event Coordinator three weeks prior to an on-campus event requiring parking. Parking arrangements for events are prioritized on a first come, first served basis and as space is available. The Transportation Services Special Events Coordinator will assist organizers with parking arrangements, parking personnel to work the event, information signs, shuttle service, or other needs.
5. Parking During University Emergency Delays and Closures
In the event of emergency delays, closures or early dismissals, parking on campus will remain under normal control, unless otherwise communicated. All lots, garages and parking spaces will require a valid permit designated for that area.
E. Knowledge of the Rules
It is the responsibility of all individuals operating any vehicle, motorized or non-motorized, on campus to read and understand these regulations. Ignorance of these regulations will not be accepted as grounds for dismissal of enforcement actions. University of Kentucky Parking Regulations are applicable to any and all vehicles, which, if parked in violation are subject to a citation and/or impoundment at the owner's expense. Inability to find a proper parking space is not an excuse to violate these regulations.