Summer 2024 Commuter Parking Permits
Commuter parking permits for summer 2024 are expected to go on sale May 1, 2024. Permits will be valid May 13, 2024 through Aug. 9, 2024 and will cost $114. Permit is only valid in Bellevue Lot - Green Zone.
*Permits can be purchased via My UC Merced Parking Portal.
Annual/Fall Semester 2024-2025 Commuter Parking Permits
Student commuter parking permits for Fall 2024 are expected to go on sale Aug. 5, 2024. Fall semester permits will be valid Aug. 12, 2024 to Dec. 13, 2024 and will cost $160. Annual permits will be valid Aug. 12, 2024 to May 16, 2025 and will cost $320. Carpool and Commuter permits are only valid in Bellevue Lot - Green Zone.
*Commuter permits can be purchased via My UC Merced Parking Portal.
Student commuters are eligible to purchase monthly Slate Zone parking. Permits can be purchased via My UC Merced Parking Portal. The permit cost is $50 per month.
First-year students who would like a commuter parking permit are required to submit an application to TAPS. Please use the link below to apply for an annual/fall 2024-25 permit:
Annual/Fall 2024-25 UC Merced Freshman Exception Parking Application
General Freshman Commuter Parking Information
Freshman commuters are not eligible to purchase on-campus parking permits (including kiosk permits), however, a petition may be filed for those that meet the following criteria:
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Health (Medical Exception) - A medical condition, disability or frequent and urgent visits to an off-campus health care provider that cannot be accessed through Cat Tracks. You will need to submit a letter from your health care provider on his/her office stationary detailing your diagnosis. All information provided will be kept confidential.
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Employment - Off-campus employment. Along with your resident parking application, you will need to submit your most recent pay stub and a written explanation of how your employment relates to your education. In addition, you will need to submit your most recent pay stub by the 10th day of each month as proof of your continued employment.
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Military - Meeting your military service requirements. You will need to submit a letter from your commanding officer on unit stationary with your 1) full unit designation 2) drill location and 3) a drill schedule that reflects your required attendance.
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Extreme Circumstances - Any other urgent transportation need. Having a car for convenience does not qualify for this exception. Please provide official supporting documentation.
*Please note, if you have a pending appeal you will not be able to make your permit purchase online. You will need to visit the TAPS office.
Please contact our office with further questions. We can be reached at 209-228-8277 or taps@ucmerced.edu.
