Visitor and Vendor Parking Permits

Effective August 1, 2026, North Carolina Central University will implement updated visitor and vendor parking rates.

A valid NCCU parking permit, active ParkMobile session, or approved event parking authorization is required for vehicles parked on university property. Failure to properly display a permit, maintain an active paid parking session, or comply with posted parking signage may result in parking charges, immobilization, towing, and/or loss of campus parking privileges.

Parking permits are the property of NCCU Police - Parking Services. Permits may not be sold, given away, transferred, borrowed, or used by anyone other than the permit holder or approved department/vendor. The permit holder or registered vehicle owner is responsible for all parking violations associated with the permit or vehicle.

Vehicles displaying a permit must be properly registered with NCCU Parking Services. All drivers are responsible for reviewing and following NCCU parking regulations, posted signage, and applicable North Carolina laws for motor vehicle operation.

Visitors and guests may visit the NCCU Parking Portal to enter vehicle information and purchase a daily visitor permit. As a secondary option, visitors and guests may also visit the NCCU Cashier’s Office to complete payment. After payment is made at the Cashier’s Office, the receipt and vehicle tag information should be brought to the Parking Services Office to receive the appropriate permit.

The Cashier’s Office is located on the bottom floor of the Shepard Administration Building. The Parking Services Office is located on the ground floor of Eagle Landing Residence Hall. Both offices are generally open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding University holidays and announced closures.

Contractors, vendors, and other approved business partners conducting work on campus must obtain the appropriate vendor parking permit before parking on University property.

Effective August 1, 2026, vendor parking permit rates are:

• Daily Vendor Permit: $20
• Monthly Vendor Permit: $100
• Annual Vendor Permit: $500

Departments that regularly coordinate with vendors should ensure vendors are aware of NCCU parking requirements before arriving on campus. Vendor permits must be obtained through NCCU Police - Parking Services after payment has been completed through the Cashier’s Office.

Vendors must park only in areas approved by NCCU Police - Parking Services and must follow all posted signage. A vendor permit does not authorize parking in fire lanes, ADA-accessible spaces without proper credentials, reserved spaces, sidewalks, loading areas, landscaped areas, or any other restricted area.

Visitors and guests may utilize approved visitor parking options, including daily visitor permits, ParkMobile parking, or the Latham Parking Deck.

Effective August 1, 2026, visitor parking rates are:

• Hourly Visitor Parking: $2 per hour
• Daily Visitor Permit: $15

Visitors and guests may visit the NCCU Parking Portal to enter vehicle information and purchase a daily visitor permit. Visitors who purchase a daily visitor permit must ensure their vehicle information is entered correctly and must park only in approved visitor parking areas or other areas specifically authorized by NCCU Police - Parking Services.

As a secondary option, visitors and guests may purchase a daily visitor permit through the NCCU Cashier’s Office during normal business hours. After payment is made, visitors should bring their receipt and vehicle tag information to the Parking Services Office to receive the appropriate permit.

Departments hosting official University events may request special event parking arrangements in advance. Approved NCCU-hosted events may be eligible for a reduced event parking rate, subject to approval and availability.

ParkMobile Parking at NCCU

NCCU offers contactless metered parking through ParkMobile along Nelson Street in Zone 5002. ParkMobile sessions are managed through the ParkMobile app or website.

Drivers must enter the correct zone number, 5002, and license plate information to begin a valid parking session.

To use ParkMobile:

1. Download the ParkMobile app or visit the ParkMobile website.
2. Create or log in to an account.
3. Add the correct vehicle license plate.
4. Select or enter Zone 5002 for the Nelson Street ParkMobile parking area.
5. Start and pay for the desired parking session.
6. Extend the session through the app when available and permitted by the posted maximum parking time.

Drivers are responsible for ensuring that the correct license plate, zone number, and parking duration are entered. ParkMobile sessions cannot be paused or canceled once started.

Latham Parking Deck

Visitor parking is also available in the Latham Parking Deck. The deck provides convenient short-term parking for campus visitors, students, employees, and event attendees.

Parking rates may vary based on campus operations, scheduled events, athletic events, ceremonies, or other University activities. Drivers should review the posted rate information at the entrance kiosk or payment location before beginning a parking session.

NCCU parking officers verify parking authorization by reviewing permits, vehicle registration information, license plates, ParkMobile sessions, and posted parking restrictions.

Vehicles parked without proper authorization, without an active payment session, in the wrong area, or in violation of posted signage may be subject to parking charges, immobilization, towing, and/or loss of parking privileges.

Drivers should carefully review all posted signage before parking. Payment for parking does not override posted restrictions, reserved space designations, ADA requirements, fire lane restrictions, or other University parking regulations.

All unpaid parking charges must be resolved before a permit may be renewed or before additional parking privileges may be granted.