Rules & Regulations
Parking on Seton Hall University property is by permit only. “Parking permit” is the general term used for hangtag, window decal, dashboard placard, guest pass, temporary pass, or other form authorized by Parking Services for parking on university property. Parking rules and regulations are in effect 24 hours every day. Violators are subject to ticketing, towing at the owner’s expense, forfeiture of all fees, and revocation of parking privileges and/or judicial action. Permits are the property of the university and must be returned to Parking Services upon request for just cause.
Registration
Registration and display of a valid Seton Hall University parking permit is required at all times while vehicles are parked on university property. Registration can be completed online or in person at the Parking Services Office.
Vehicle Registration
Vehicle registration is an individual responsibility. Non-receipt of registration materials or notification does not excuse failure to register a vehicle with the University. A vehicle is to be registered for an individual’s own use. Registering a vehicle for another’s personal use through false information is considered fraud. A student may not register another student’s vehicle. Penalty for all parties involved includes a $200 fine for each person, cost of boot or tow, plus loss of parking privileges for an academic year.
Lost or Stolen Permits
The university is not responsible for lost or stolen permits. Parking Services should be notified immediately upon discovery of a lost or stolen permit. Any vehicle found using a permit that has been reported lost or stolen will be towed even if used by the original owner. A replacement permit is $5.00.
Parking on University Property
Parking on university property is permitted for university business only. The purchase of a parking permit provides the privilege of parking on campus. Given the limited number of spaces, a parking spot is not guaranteed. The inability to find a legal parking spot does not excuse illegal parking.
Designated Parking Locations
Parking on university property is permitted only in parking lots, the parking deck, and designated areas. Vehicles must be parked entirely within a marked space. Absence of a marked space indicates NO PARKING.
Responsibility for University Parking Violations
The person who has registered the vehicle with Seton Hall University, regardless of the driver or owner of the vehicle, assumes responsibility for all outstanding university parking violations issued to a vehicle. Violations issued to a vehicle not registered with Parking Services may be investigated through state motor vehicle and other agencies. Any vehicle that is found to be registered to a relative of a current or previous Seton Hall University student will become the responsibility of that current or previous student, unless the registered owner takes responsibility for the parking violations by making payment in full. When no current or previous Seton Hall University student is found, the registered owner of the vehicle will become responsible for the parking violations. Students, Faculty Members and Staff are responsible for violations incurred by their guests.
State Registration Laws
State registration laws must be followed while parked on university property. Permits are issued for registered vehicles only. Use of a permit on an unregistered vehicle without valid state license plates or inspection sticker will result in the removal of that vehicle at the owner’s expense.
Vehicles with Unpaid Tickets
ALL vehicles with unpaid tickets are subject to boots and towing without notice at the owner’s expense. Campus parking privileges may also be suspended. Unpaid tickets will result in denial of the privilege to register a vehicle to park on campus. Additionally, for students; outstanding citations will be assessed through their Bursar account; pursuant to University policy, outstanding balances may hold academic registration, transcripts, and/or diplomas. For faculty and employees outstanding citations will be assessed through Human Resources and may result in payroll deduction.
Restricted Parking
No parking is permitted between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. except for Resident Permits, Overnight Temporary Permits, and employees with permits who are working during the restricted hours. Duffy Lot is closed during this time.
Signs and Markings
Signs and road markings are provided in the interest of parking control and safety. Therefore, signs and markings must be obeyed. Reserved spaces are posted throughout the campus. Only vehicles assigned to these spaces may park there and all others may be ticketed and towed at the owner’s expense. Removal or damage of signs and markings is illegal and subject to the judicial and/or civil process.
Parking Alert
From time to time Parking Alerts, which are electronic notifications transmitting important parking updates, lot and road closures, etc. to the community, are issued.
Green Area Restrictions
Because the Green Area is a fire zone, it is controlled by electronic gate access. Only those given permission to enter may do so. Physically moving the gate arm is a violation of the University policy and subject to the judicial process. Parking is prohibited around the Green except in reserved designated areas opposite Mooney Hall and the curb located on the University Center side of the road nearest the McNulty Gate. Failure to observe the Green Area restrictions may subject the violator to university ticket, tow, and/or South Orange Fire Department summons.
Status Change
Change in status, for example resident to commuter, must be reported to Parking Services Office immediately for review.
Disabled Vehicles
Disabled vehicles must be reported to Public Safety. The vehicle must be removed as soon as possible and not longer than 24 hours. Permission must be obtained from Parking Services for periods longer than 24 hours. Vehicles that are a safety hazard or obstruct the flow of traffic will be removed immediately at the owner’s expense. Damaged or inoperable vehicles may not be stored on university property and will be subject to removal at the owner’s expense.
Counterfeit or Altered Permits
The use or possession of counterfeit or altered permits is illegal and subject to the disciplinary process. Vehicles found to be in use or possession of counterfeit or altered permits are also subject to ticketing, booting and/or towing and may result in loss of parking privileges.
Temporary Closure of Lots and Roadways
The university reserves the right to temporarily close parking areas and roadways for repairs, safety and special events. Vehicles parked in areas that have been closed by barricades, signs, or notifications are subject to ticketing and or towing at the owner’s expense.
Snow Removal Operations
Snow removal operations are announced by campus TV station, WSOU, residence hall postings and electronic parking alerts. In the event of a sudden and severe snow storm vehicles must be removed from surface lots and parked in the deck. It is the responsibility of the registered operator of the vehicle to be aware of weather conditions and remove the vehicle. Failure to remove a vehicle may result in the issuance of a ticket.
Parking in Handicapped Spaces
Faculty, staff and students parking in a handicapped space requires both registration with Seton Hall University Disability Support Services and the appropriate state agency. The proper identification issued by both authorities must be displayed at all times.
Fire Zones
Parking in fire zones is strictly prohibited. Vehicles left unattended, regardless of the amount of time, will be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense and may be subject to South Orange Fire Department summons. The following areas are designated as no parking zones: Seton Drive, Chapel Court and Madison Drive from Walsh Library to and including the Green Area.
Loading Zones
Parking in loading zones is prohibited.
Speed Limits
The posted speed limit on all campus roadways is 15-miles per hour. The speed limit for the parking lots and the parking deck is 5-miles per hour
Faculty Lot
Only those in possession of a Faculty Permit may park in the Faculty Lots. Adjunct Faculty Permits are not permitted in these lots.