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University of Tennessee - Parking - College ProwlerCollege Prowler1.93

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Student Parking Lot? Yes
Freshmen Allowed to Park? Yes
Approximate Parking Permit Cost
  • $162 per year for commuter
  • $253 per year for non-commuter
Common Parking Tickets
  • Expired meter : $24 for registered vehicles, $42 for non-registered
  • Fire lane : $42, plus $42 towing fee and a $3 daily storage fee
  • Handicapped zone : $200 citation plus $42 towing fee and $3 daily storage fee
  • No parking zone : $42, plus $42 towing fee and a $3 daily storage fee

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

It is rather expensive to obtain a parking pass at UT, and students describe the parking situation as inadequate and rarely reliable. Both the UTPD and City of Knoxville will issue parking tickets, and they can get pretty expensive with habitual parking violations. There are not many college campuses that offer a perfect parking environment, so it is one inconvenience you will have to bear anywhere.

Parking is a classic gripe here at UT. There are even bumper stickers that voice the many parking woes of UT. It is all a game finding the good spots at the good times and avoiding tickets. Of course, if you do not come to UT with a vehicle, it is not your problem. If so, pay attention to which lots you are entitled to and those you are not, and plan ahead for walking distances and spot hunting. Remember, parking a large blue Hummer beside Ayres Hall is the fastest and easiest way to make a generous donation to Parking Services.

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Parking at University of Tennessee

jlefan

'15

Psychology

0.8
D-

Oversell of Permits

Permits are extremely expensive, and the University oversells like crazy. You can spend around 30 minutes searching across campus for a decent parking spot that's not in a shady location.

Jan 18, 2012

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Parking at University of Tennessee

micenhou

'14

Accounting

2.3
C

Take 8 Am Classes!

If you must commute to campus take early classes so that you can find a parking space. UT is in the process of building another parking deck. However, space is tight around campus for cars so I generally try to walk or bike as much as possible. Parking passes are reasonably priced and are good for the entire school year. $260 for a non-commuter and $180 for a commuter. Just be careful to park in the right areas because parking services is pretty serious about giving tickets and they are EXPENSIVE!

Jan 18, 2012

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amatth14

'13

Biology and Biological Sciences

3.5
B

Parking Nightmare

The parking on campus is a total headache. There are more parking spots available for staff than there are actual students. Whenever you finally do find a spot, expect to be within five to ten minutes walking distance of your actual destination.

Jan 04, 2012

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Facts

Getting a Parking Permit

There are Commuter, Fraternity (only available to active brothers), Motorcycle, Non-commuter, Perimeter, and Staff permits. Students who do not register for these permits should register for an “E” tag, which is free, but does not legally allow parking anywhere. It will only reduce the fine because your vehicle is registered with UT.

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Best Places to Find a Parking Spot
Spots in dorm parking lots are relatively easy to find in the late afternoon and on weekends. On weekdays at 9 a.m., they begin to fill up. On game day, you might as well be panning for gold in the Tennessee River. Parking spots will be nearly impossible to find.

Good Luck Getting a Parking Spot Here!
Volunteer Boulevard beside Circle Park and the Humanities building

Parking ServicesWhat's This?

Parking and Transit Services
2121 Stephenson Dr.
(865) 974-6031
web.utk.edu/~pso

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