Parking

Starting Fall 2026, campus parking will operate a little differently. 

These updates are based on student feedback and are designed to make residential parking more flexible, predictable, and fair.

Below is a summary of what’s changing and what it means for you.

What’s Changing for Fall 2026

Garage Permits: First‑Come, First‑Served

• The garage lottery system is being eliminated.
• Residential garage permits will be sold first‑come, first‑served.
• Residential students will continue to receive priority access.
• Students may choose between:
  • Annual permits, or
  • Semester‑only permits for added flexibility.
  • No monthly or weekly printable permit

Residential vs. Commuter Parking

• Campus parking areas will be clearly designated as residential or commuter.
• Commuter permits:
  • Valid 6:00 a.m. – midnight
  • Do not include overnight access
• This overnight reset improves daytime parking availability for residential students.

Kenefick Residents

• Garage permit sales open: April 27
• Permits are available first‑come, first‑served.
• A limited number of Kenefick‑ and Heider‑specific garage spaces will be available for purchase.
  • These spaces are also sold first‑come, first‑served.
  • Kenefick and Heider Residents will be able to purchase the 20th (ideal for Kenefick) and the 24th (ideal for Heider) garages.
• Residential Surface Permits will also be for sale

Heider Residents

• Residents of Kenefick and Heider will receive an exclusive purchasing window. April 27 - May 3
• Permits are available first‑come, first‑served.
• A limited number of Kenefick‑ and Heider‑specific garage spaces will be available for purchase.
  • These spaces are also sold first‑come, first‑served.
  • Kenefick and Heider Residents will be able to purchase the 20th (ideal for Kenefick) and the 24th (ideal for Heider) garages.
• Additional Parking Option for Heider Residents
  • Heider residents will have an additional parking option beginning Fall 2026:
    • Secured, gated surface parking located in the Physicians Mutual parking lot
    • Priced the same as standard residential surface parking
    • Permit holders must park in the Physicians Mutual lot during weekday hours
    • Provides a secure alternative for residents seeking additional parking availability
• Residential Surface Permits will also be for sale

Opus/Davis/Magis Residents

• Early Permit Access for Opus, Davis & Magis Residents
  • Residents of Opus, Davis, and Magis will receive an exclusive purchasing window. May 4 – 10
  • Residential Surface Permits will also be for sale

Parking Permit Dates

• Kenefick/Heider Residents: April 27 - May 3
• Opus/Davis/Magis Residents: May 4 - 10
• All Non-Freshmen Residents: May 11 - 31
• Commuters: June 1 - 15
• Freshmen: June 15 - 30
• Employee: July 1 - 12
• All: July 13

Residential Parking Permit Options and Pricing

• Residential Garage
  • Semester: $375
  • Annual: $750
• Residential Surface
  • Semester: $275
  • Annual: $550
• Residential Surface: Heider only Physicians Mutual lot
  • Semester: $275
  • Annual: $550

Starting Fall 2026, campus parking will operate a little differently. 

These updates are based on student feedback and are designed to make commuter parking more flexible, predictable, and fair.

Below is a summary of what’s changing and what it means for you.

What’s Changing for Fall 2026

Garage Permits: First‑Come, First‑Served

• The garage lottery system is being eliminated.
• Residential garage permits will be sold first‑come, first‑served.
• Residential students will continue to receive priority access.
• Students may choose between:
  • Annual permits, or
  • Semester‑only permits for added flexibility.
  • No monthly or weekly printable permit

Health Sciences and Perimeter Permits

• These permits have been discontinued. A commuter is a commuter regardless of school.

Residential vs. Commuter Parking

• Campus parking areas will be clearly designated as residential or commuter.
• Commuter permits:
  • Valid 6:00 a.m. – midnight
  • Do not include overnight access
• This overnight reset improves daytime parking availability for residential students.

Commuter Parking Overview

• Commuter students may park in designated commuter surface parking areas across campus.
• Commuter parking areas are clearly marked and intended to support weekday academic and campus activities.
• All commuter permits provide weekday access only and do not allow overnight parking.

Permit Purchase Information

• All commuter permits go on sale June 1.
• Permits are sold first‑come, first‑served.
• Commuters will be able to purchase garage and surface permits.

Parking Permit Dates

• Kenefick/Heider Residents: April 27 - May 3
• Opus/Davis/Magis Residents: May 4 - 10
• All Non-Freshmen Residents: May 11 - 31
• Commuters: June 1 - 15
• Freshmen: June 15 - 30
• Employee: July 1 - 12
• All: July 13

Commuter Parking Permit Options and Pricing

• Commuter Garage
  • Semester: $325
  • Annual: $650 
• Surface Parking
  • Semester: $225 
  • Annual: $450 

Important Notes for Commuter Students

• Commuter permits are valid only in designated commuter parking areas or approved commuter garages from 6 a.m. to midnight.
• Overnight parking is not permitted with any commuter permit.
• Commuter students are encouraged to use the JayPass program, which allows unlimited rides on the Metro bus system at no cost with a Creighton ID.
• Additional reminders and updates will be shared as June 1 approaches.

• Can choose from the options below.
  • Employee surface parking: $520

    • Access to any lot on campus marked as employee surface parking.

      Salary Tier	Annually
      Tier 1: less than $50,000	$350
      Tier 2: $50,000-$100,000	$520
      Tier3: more than $100,000	$575
  • Garage parking: $650
    • These are distributed by waitlisted lottery. If awarded the right to purchase garage parking the permit is only valid in the assigned garage, no other parking areas.
    • Waitlists
      • Employee (20GAR)
      • Employee (24GAR)
  • Evening and weekend only parking: $25
    • Only valid Monday through Friday 4 p.m. midnight. and all hours Saturday and Sunday.
    • Valid in any surface lot.
  • Temporary employee surface parking
    • Only valid if printed and placed on dashboard
    • Daily: $6
    • Weekly: $18
    • Monthly: $65

Yes. All students, employees, and guests who park their vehicle on campus must have a permit that identifies the permit holder and the vehicle. There are a variety of parking permit options, including those for only evenings and weekends.

You can learn more about different types of permits in following sections of this page.

• Omaha student parking
• Omaha employee parking
• Phoenix parking
• Guest parking

Note that motorcycles parked near bicycle racks do NOT require a permit; a motorcycle that takes up a parking stall must display a current parking decal.

You can securely pay for a parking permit through JayPark.

• Students can purchase permits with their student account or a credit card.
• Employees can purchase permits through payroll deduction or a credit card.

Most permits are in the form of repositionable decals, allowing you to transfer them between vehicles. Whether you carpool, buy a new vehicle, or are using a loaner or rental, just remove the decal from the vehicle you’re not using (or selling), and place it on the other vehicle. Decals must be placed in the inside lower passenger corner of the windshield. The entire decal must be clearly visible from the outside—not positioned behind tinting or obscured by snow/ice.

Note that the person who purchases the permit is responsible for any citations issued to that permit, regardless of whose vehicle displayed the permit.

Printed permits
Some permits, such as day passes or guest parking permits, are printable. These permits should be placed visibly on vehicle dashboards.

Signs at parking lot entrances include lot numbers and specify which permits are valid in the lot. You can also refer to these parking maps:

• Omaha Parking Map
• Phoenix Parking Map

Starting in April 2026 Garage permits will be first come first serve. Waitlist will be available once permits are sold out.

If a permit was purchased prior to August 10, and you have not received the permit in the mail by September 1, submit a completed Request for Replacement Decal form to Parking Services via email or in person by 4 p.m. on September 8 and the replacement fee will be waived. Requests made after that date will need to purchase a replacement for $50.

No student or employee may park in any visitor stall. Stalls in lot 35 are always reserved for visitors, with no exceptions. The Admissions visitor stall signs in lot 5 may feature bags that signify that they can be utilized by employees and students. Otherwise, those stalls are for Admissions visitors whether there is a name on the sign or not.

Additionally, University Vehicle signs indicate that only facilities, security, and other University-owned vehicles may park there when used for official purposes. All Dean, VP, Special Permit, Handicap, Jesuit and other signed areas are always off limits except for vehicles with proper permits and permissions.

In terms of the pickup and drop-off areas at Deglman Square and the east lane by the Harper Center, vehicles must be attended at all times, and parking is not allowed.

Since permit decals are repositionable, decals can be transferred between multiple vehicles, and each vehicle that may use the decal can have a profile in JayPark. If a second decal is truly needed, it will need to be approved in person at Parking Services. The decal will have to be purchased for full price.

• If a decal is destroyed due to the totaling of a vehicle or the vehicle itself was stolen, a police or insurance report must be provided to the Parking Services Office in person or through myServices. A replacement can be received with a $10 processing fee. The student or employee must sign the Request for Replacement Decal and return it to Parking Services in Harper 1090. The student or employee must provide valid proof of ID, either a driver's license or JayCard to purchase the replacement.
• If a decal is lost or destroyed, a replacement decal can be purchased for $50. The student or employee must sign the Request for Replacement Decal and return it to Parking Services in Harper 1090. The student or employee must provide valid proof of ID, either a driver's license or JayCard to purchase the replacement.
• If you have not received your permit in the mail within 3 weeks of the shipment notification, we will waive the replacement fee.  The Request for Replacement Decal must be turned into Parking Services in Harper 1090.
• Why is there a fee?
  • The replacement fee is intended to encourage drivers to keep track of their decals, discourage fraudulent claims of losses, and to cover administrative costs of purchasing and shipping replacement decals.

Yes, in JayPark, under Manage Account, you can update your physical and email addresses, phone numbers and vehicles. However, if you need to update your vehicle’s license plate information, you will need to add a new vehicle; you can’t edit an existing vehicle’s information.

We recommend removing all old decals to avoid visibility issues while driving. Any of the decals provided since 2018 can be easily peeled off without a razor blade. Older decals will likely require a razor blade to remove them.

All citations can be securely paid for with a credit card using JayPark.

If your registration is on hold, you likely have an outstanding balance and may be unable to register for classes. You may also be unable to receive transcripts or even your diploma. If this balance is due to citations, pay them on JayPark; to expedite the removal of the registration hold, email Parking Services after you have made the payment.

Parking regulations apply 24/7 and 365 days a year. 

Through proper permitting, we aim to reduce the frequency of citations, and any first minor violation on the Omaha campus will be at no cost to the individual. See details about violations, fines, and the appeals process below.

Pay or Appeal a Citation in JayPark

Add-On Violations

• False Pretense — Placing an old citation on windshield to avoid citation or other deceitful acts to avoid identification or citation; $50, in addition to base citation  
• Immobilization Fee — Additional Fee implemented when Parking Services needs to identify an unregistered vehicle’s owner/driver; $50  
• Tow Dispatch Fee — Additional Fee implemented when a vehicle has been immobilized for towing due to 4 or more citations; $100 
• Immobilization Warning — Warning on the 3rd citation in an academic year that is no associated with a person on campus
• Tow Warning — Issued after 4 citations to let vehicle's owner/driver know they are subject to towing. Nuisance violators (those who have receive 5 or more citations in an academic year) are subject to towing anytime found in violation on campus property; cost of tow and impound paid by the owner/driver to:
  • Young's Service; 3207 S 67th St Omaha, NE 68106-3667; 402-393-7900
• Banned — Parking on campus after losing campus parking privileges; $300, in addition to base citation and towing costs

Appealing a Citation

Citations can only be appealed online through JayPark, and all appeals must be submitted within 7 days of the citation's issuance. Appeals via in-person visits, email, or phone will not be accepted. To be considered, an appeal must provide substantial evidence that the parking violation did not occur or that the circumstances were beyond the appellant's control. The appeal process is not intended for general criticisms, complaints, or debates about parking policies.

To ensure fairness for students, staff, and faculty, Parking Services does not make decisions on appeals. Instead, appeals are reviewed by an independent panel composed of volunteer students and employees from across campus. This panel meets regularly, reviews each case, and renders a final decision. Once made, their decision is conclusive, and Parking Services lacks the authority to alter it.

• Frivolous or abusive appeals, including those using of profanity
• Being late to class or an appointment
• An inability to pay the amount of the fine
• A lack of available parking
• The fact (or perception) that other vehicles were improperly or illegally parked
• The duration of the illegal parking (i.e., it was only for less than five minutes)
• Public Safety did not previously provide a citation for similar offenses
• The parking permit or decal was not displayed it in the vehicle
• The appellant did not have a parking permit

Section 1: Permits

1.1 Permit Requirements All vehicles on University property must display a valid decal or temporary printed permit issued via the JayPark Portal. A permit allows parking in a stall when available but does not guarantee a spot.

1.2 Eligibility and Payment Permits may only be purchased if all citation balances are paid in full. This applies to employees, students, contractors, and visitors.

1.3 Lost, Sold, or Stolen Vehicles

• Keep your permit decal if you sell your vehicle.
• If lost, submit a Permit Replacement Form through myServices and pay a $50 fee.
• For stolen or totaled vehicles, provide a police or insurance report to receive a reduced-rate replacement.

1.4 Permit Holder Responsibility The purchaser of the permit is responsible for all citations, regardless of the vehicle, plate, or driver involved.

1.5 Permit Authorization Only Parking Services may issue permits or grant parking privileges. Handwritten notes are not valid.

1.6 Fraudulent Permits Counterfeiting, altering, purchasing a permit that you are not eligible to purchase, or displaying voided or stolen permits can lead to citations and University disciplinary action, including suspension or termination.

1.7 Proper Display Decals must be placed on the inside of the front windshield (lower passenger side). Printed permits must be placed face-up on the dashboard and fully visible.

1.8 Updated Information License plate or contact changes must be updated immediately in JayPark. Old plate numbers remain in the system but should not be used.

1.9 Permit Validity by Zone Permits are valid only in designated areas, as posted on the current parking map, garage and lot entrance signs.

1.10 Refunds and Cancellations Permits must be physically returned to stop charges. No refunds are given after January 31 for student permits or for short-term absences. Extended absences must be pre-approved.

Section 2: Parking Practices

2.1 Prohibited Areas Do not park in:

• Fire lanes, within 15 feet of hydrants, gate arms, garage doors, grass, landscaping. Or blocking sidewalks
• Spaces reserved for executives, visitors, Jesuits, loading docks, or other signed locations
• The East Lane by the Harper Center (drop-off only; must remain with vehicle)

2.2 Handicapped Parking A valid University permit and a state-issued handicapped placard or plate are required to park in ADA spaces or hash marked egress areas.

• The area accessible from the Old Gym alleyway that extends to the area between St. John’s and the Alumni Library is handicap accessible parking only.

2.3 Guidelines to Remember

• Employees and students cannot park in visitor stalls
• Motorcycles at bicycle racks do not need a permit, but those using a stall do
• All motorcycles should be registered in JayPark
• University ID and valid parking permit are required for all garages
• Enforcement continues year-round

2.4 Stall Use Vehicles must park within painted stalls. Oversized or improperly parked vehicles are subject to citation unless otherwise approved. Includes, but not restricted to RVs, trailers, and limousines.

2.5 Access Control

• Barriers and gate arms are present in some university parking location to restrict unauthorized access
• Open gates are not an invitation for unauthorized parking
• Report malfunctioning barriers/gates to Parking Services or Public Safety
• Tampering with barriers/gates may result in citations, discipline, and restitution for damages incurred.

2.6 Special Circumstances

• Only authorized personnel may access loading docks
• Events and maintenance may affect parking availability
• If your preferred area is full, park in another valid area for your permit type
  • Lack of parking in your preferred area is not a reason to not follow parking regulations.

2.7 Outstanding Balances Unpaid fines may result in holds on registration or graduation and suspension of future permit eligibility.

2.8 Credit Disputes Baseless disputes of credit card charges for fees and fines may result in a six-month campus parking ban.

Section 3: Enforcement

3.1 Immobilization Unregistered vehicles with 3 or more citations will receive a warning. If still unregistered by the 4th citation, they will be immobilized and charged an additional fee.

3.2 Towing Policy Vehicles with 4 or more citations receive a warning; 5 or more citations may lead to towing without further notice—even if previous fines are paid.

3.3 Tow Dispatch Fees If a tow truck is dispatched and the driver arrives beforehand, a fee may still be charged by the towing company.

3.4 Disciplinary Referrals Chronic violations will result in disciplinary referrals and loss of campus parking privileges.

Add-On Violations

• False Pretense — Placing an old citation on windshield to avoid citation or other deceitful acts to avoid identification or citation; $50, in addition to base citation  
• Immobilization Fee — Additional Fee implemented when Parking Services needs to identify an unregistered vehicle’s owner/driver; $50  
• Tow Dispatch Fee — Additional Fee implemented when a vehicle has been immobilized for towing due to 4 or more citations; $100 
• Immobilization Warning — Warning on the 3rd citation in an academic year that is no associated with a person on campus
• Tow Warning — Issued after 4 citations to let vehicle's owner/driver know they are subject to towing. Nuisance violators (those who have receive 5 or more citations in an academic year) are subject to towing anytime found in violation on campus property; cost of tow and impound paid by the owner/driver to:
  • Young's Service; 3207 S 67th St Omaha, NE 68106-3667; 402-393-7900
• Banned — Parking on campus after losing campus parking privileges; $300, in addition to base citation and towing costs

Section 4: Appeals

4.1 Submission of Appeals

• Parking citations may only be appealed through the JayPark Parking Portal.
• Appeals must be submitted within ten (10) calendar days of the citation issue date.
• Appeals submitted in person, by phone, or by email will not be considered.

4.2 Basis for Appeal

• All citations are presumed valid.
• Appeals must include substantial evidence that:
  • The citation was issued in error, or
  • Significant extenuating circumstances existed beyond the appellant’s control.
• Claims made in appeals may be verified using photographs, video, permit records, and system data.

4.3 Appeal Review Panel

• Appeals are reviewed by the Appeal Review Panel, comprised of employees and students outside of Parking Services.
• All decisions of the Appeal Review Panel are final.

4.4 False or Misleading Statements

• Providing false information in an appeal is a violation of Student Conduct Standard 1.2.
• Appeals containing false or misleading statements will be denied and may be referred to Student Conduct.

4.5 Appeal Decision Notification

• Appellants will be notified of appeal decisions via email.
• Decisions are also viewable within the appellant’s JayPark account.
• Parking Services will not reconsider Appeal Review Panel decisions.

4.6 Appeals That Will Not Be Considered

The appeal process is not intended for general complaints, policy challenges, or the reasons listed below. Appeals based on these grounds will be automatically denied:

• Frivolous, abusive, or profane language
• Being late to class or an appointment
• Inability or unwillingness to pay the fine
• Lack of available parking
• Other vehicles parked improperly or illegally
• Vehicle parked illegally for a short duration
• Prior lack of enforcement for similar violations
• Purchased a permit but failed to display it
• Failure to purchase a required permit
• Lack of familiarity with parking rules or regulations
• Use of outdated parking maps
• Lack of printer or printing access

Section 5: Electric Vehicle (EV) Stalls

5.1 Permit Requirement and Priority

• Electric vehicles (EVs) must have a valid garage permit to charge on University property.
• University‑owned vehicles have priority access to EV charging stations.

5.2 Authorized Use of EV Stalls

• EV stalls are reserved exclusively for electric vehicles that are actively charging.
• Non‑EV vehicles are prohibited from parking in EV charging stalls.
• EV drivers should not leave notes on non‑EV vehicles parked in EV stalls.
  • Improperly parked vehicles should be reported to Parking Services at 402‑280‑5225.

5.3 Time Limits and Enforcement

• Vehicles must be removed from the EV charging stall once charging is complete.
• Maximum charging time is four (4) hours.
• Vehicles remaining in EV stalls after charging is complete are subject to citation.

5.4 Charging Safety and Equipment Use

• Only designated EV charging stations may be used.
• Charging via 110‑volt outlets is prohibited.
• Charging cords must be properly managed to prevent tripping hazards or damage.

5.5 Policy Changes

• EV charging regulations are subject to change at any time to meet University operational needs.

5.6 Public Charging Stations

• Public EV charging stations are located near 17th Street & Cass Street on the east side of campus.

These stations are not owned, operated, or managed by the University.