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Towing of Vehicles
1. Parking on property controlled by Columbus State is by permit only, including motorcycles, and vehicles with handicap placards. Student permits expire on the last day of each quarter. Parking is restricted to college related business. Students and staff may not park at visitor meters or visitor lots.
Students may purchase a pass:
- Online through CougarWeb (Look under Additional Services).
- In person at the Rhodes Hall Cashier's Office.
In accordance with the Campus Student Fees Policy 7-06 (B), Parking Permits are non-refundable.
1. Parking permit MUST be affixed to the inside of vehicle on the right rear (passenger) side of the rear window.
2. Permits are to be displayed so all information including permit number is clearly visible.
Temporary permits are available for those who need to park an unregistered vehicle on campus. Temporary permits may also be issued for special needs.
Replacements can be purchased from the Cashier's Office for a fee. To prevent unauthorized use, the replaced permit will be invalidated and placed on a tow list.
All parking permits are nontransferable. Any person who gives, sells, lends, or otherwise transfers a permit to another may forfeit their campus parking rights
1. Anyone parking in a handicapped parking space must have a state issued handicapped license plate or plaque in accordance with Ohio Revised Code 4511.69. Handicap permits are non-transferable.
Violators can be cited and towed by police at the owner's expense, and fined up to $500.00 according to state law. State of Ohio citations are processed by the local courts, not Columbus State. If a current state-issued handicapped placard is properly displayed, parking is available in any lot on campus (not just handicap spaces). Please do not attempt to create your own parking space.
2. Any vehicle parked in a fire lane can be cited and towed at the owner's expense.
3. Parking is prohibited in areas not designated as parking.
4. All vehicles must be parked in areas designated by their parking permits and in accordance with parking signs.
5. The speed limit on campus is 15 mph. Campus roads are also pedestrian walkways and pedestrians have the right-of-way.
6. Parking at meters is for Visitors only. If you are a current student or employee and park at the meters, you will be cited, even if money was put in the meter.
1. No Valid Permit Displayed - Fine $15.00 Applies to any vehicle parked on campus other than visitors at meters within their paid time, that is not displaying a valid current quarter parking permit.
2. Improper Display of Permit - Fine $12.00. Parking permit MUST be affixed to the inside of vehicle on the right rear (passenger) side of the rear window. Permits are to be displayed so all information is visible, including permit number.
3. Obstructing - Fine $25.00. Applies to vehicles that are blocking the safe flow of traffic and or parking. Includes vehicles parked on walkways, hash-marked areas, fire lanes, etc.
4. Stop Sign/Reckless Operation - Fine $50.00. Applies to operators who fail to stop for posted stop signs on campus and/or operate their vehicle in a manner that shows willful and wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property.
5. Not Parking Within Lines - Fine $12.00. Applies to vehicles that are not parked within the painted parking space lines.
6. Parking Outside Assigned Zone - Fine $20.00. Applies to students who park in employee or visitor lots, or students/staff/faculty who park at parking meters.
7. Transferring Or Improper Use of Permit - Fine $12.00. Applies to those who allow an unauthorized person the use of a parking permit, or for unrelated college purpose.
8. Unauthorized Parking in Handicap Zone - Fine up to $500.00, as per state law. Applies to those who park in marked spaces reserved for handicap parking without displaying a valid state issued handicap placard, or handicap license plate, or for the improper use of a handicap placard.
9. Unauthorized Overnight Parking - Fine $12.00. Applies to vehicles that are left on campus property overnight without prior approval from the Department of Public Safety.
10. Expired Meter - Fine $15.00. Applies to vehicles parked at an expired parking meter.
11. Unauthorized Parking in Visitor Zone - Fine $20.00. Applies to students and staff who park in an area specifically marked for visitors.
12. Other - This section is used for information only. It is not a violation.
Note: This section does not include State of Ohio citations, which are processed by local courts, not the Columbus State appeals process.
1. A Columbus State citation may be appealed if the recipient feels the citation was unjustified.
2. Appeals must be made within 5 working days of receipt. Appeals are made online from any on campus computer at this link https://web.cscc.edu/pca/default.aspx/.
3. The appeal will be reviewed by the online parking appeal system. The decision of the appeal process is final.
4. All unpaid fines are submitted to the Ohio Attorney General's Office for collection.
Towing of Vehicles
1. Columbus State is a private tow away zone. The towing of cars is authorized by Ohio Revised Code 4511.681.
2. Vehicles may be towed for illegal parking or for excessive fines.
3. Towed vehicles may not be released unless all fines are paid and a release is issued by the Campus Police. Towing charges are determined by the towing service at the time of the retrieval and payable in cash.
Columbus State disclaims all responsibility from losses or damages to vehicles parked on Columbus State property. Columbus State is not responsible for losses or damage to any vehicle towed from campus.
PARKING ON COLUMBUS STATE PROPERTY IS BY PERMIT ONLY. PERMITS EXPIRE ON THE LAST DAY OF EACH QUARTER. PARKING IS ONLY FOR STUDENTS WHILE ATTENDING CLASS OR ATTENDING TO BUSINESS: (ERC, BOOKSTORE, ETC.)
Your Responsibility As a Motorist
As a motorist parking a vehicle on campus, it is your responsibility to:
PURCHASE A PERMIT. A parking permit authorizes you to park in any lot marked for student use. View the parking lot map.
DISPLAY A PERMIT. Each vehicle must have a valid permit properly displayed on it while on campus.
FIND AN AVAILABLE PARKING SPACE IN A DESIGNATED LOT. A parking permit does not guarantee the holder a specific parking space. You must park in an authorized parking lot for students and in the marked spaces.
Have on your person a valid driver's license, ensure that you have valid license plates, proof of insurance, and remember to abide by applicable college policies, state, and federal laws meant to protect you and others.
1. Read all parking signs before you park.
2. Allow enough time to park and get to your class or meeting.
3. Check the MAP for location of lots open for students.
4. Extra parking is available in Lot 28 on Mt. Vernon Ave., just west of Cleveland Ave., the CSCC Discovery Exchange bookstore, and Lot 32 (east side of the parking garage).
5. Remember, abide by policies, local, state and federal laws. Campus police are Ohio certified law enforcement officers empowered to enforce traffic and criminal laws. They also stand ready to assist you when needed.
6. Do not leave valuables in plain sight in your vehicle. Trunk storage is the best. Lock your doors and roll up the windows. Report anything suspicious to Public Safety at 614-287-2525.
7. Be prepared to park in the outer lots around campus due to the closer lots being full at peak times between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm, Monday through Thursday. Allow yourself extra time to walk in from these lots.
8. Be aware that special events, construction, or emergencies could close lots at any time. Be prepared to go to an alternate parking lot.
Any questions about parking, vehicle parking permits, temporary parking permits, handicap parking, or citations should be directed to the Department of Public Safety at 614-287-2525.
