A decal is required for any and every vehicle parked on-campus, including but not limited to: resident and non-resident students, University faculty or staff, and visitors.
Visitors can obtain a temporary permit from the Parking Services office during regular business hours, or from Campus Police outside of those hours. A visitor is designated as anyone who is neither a student, faculty or staff member of the CNU community. Information regarding Visitor parking is available in the Visitor section.
Student, faculty, and staff decals are valid for the entire span of the academic year.
Decal Designations
Designations for all students, faculty or staff are:
- Day Student: Non-resident students
- Main Campus Resident: Resident students living on the main-campus in either James River Hall, Potomac River Hall, York River Hall, or Santoro Hall
- East Campus Resident: Resident students living on the east-side of campus in Greek Village, Warwick River, CNU Apartments and CNU Landing
- Village Resident: Resident students living in the CNU Village
- University-owned Houses: Resident Students living in the houses on Moores Lane, Prince Drew and Merrit Road
- Faculty and Staff: Instructional, administrative, classified or hourly employee of CNU
Decal Colors
Each decal is designated by sight by the decal number and the color of the outermost border of the decal sticker.
| Color | Designation | |
|---|---|---|
| Green | Day Students | |
| Orange | Main Campus Residents | |
| Violet | East Campus Residents | |
| Red | CNU Village Residents | |
| Light Blue | University-owned Houses | |
| CNU Blue | Faculty and Staff |
Decal Placement
Decals, with the exception of Temporary Permits, are to be displayed on the outside of the vehicle, either on the left side, lower corner of the rear window of the vehicle OR the left side of the rear bumper.
Decals that are not properly displayed are in violation of the decal placement rule, therefore making that vehicle citable for an Improper Display citation.
back to topDecal purchases
Decals are on sale beginning no less than a week before the start of each academic semester.
Decals purchased at the beginning of the fall semester must be purchased for the entire academic year; fall semester only passes are not available. For students planning on graduating in December, there is an appeal process to obtain a refund, equivalent to one semester’s decal fee of that academic year.
For non-resident students, faculty or staff members who wish to get a second decal at no additional charge, may do so by providing Parking Services with the vehicle registration for both vehicles (photocopies are acceptable, registrations will not be kept and are only necessary for proof of documentation) showing that the vehicles are either registered at the same address or to a person with the same last name.
back to topDecal prices
| Designation | Salary | Price |
|---|---|---|
| All Students | N/A | $ 250 |
| Faculty and Staff | Based on Salary | |
| $0 – 5,000 | Free* | |
| $5,001 – 15,000 | $50 | |
| $15,001 – 25,000 | $100 | |
| $25,001 – 50,000 | $150 | |
| $50,001 – 80,000 | $200 | |
| Greater than 80,001 | $350 | |
Temporary permits
If a student, faculty or staff member who has a current valid decal on his/her vehicle is operating a vehicle other than the permitted one on campus, he/she can obtain a temporary pass for the substitute vehicle at no additional charge once providing PTS with proof of identification and the vehicle registration.
The pass will be valid for a period no more than two weeks, and is valid only for the lots, which your regular decal is valid. Members of the CNU community that have chosen not to purchase a decal, may obtain a temporary pass at the cost of $4.00* a day, for no more then a two week period, only ONCE during the academic year.
Outside of those two weeks, the operator of the vehicle is responsible for purchasing a regular decal if he/she desires to park on-campus. Failure to do so will result in the vehicle being cited for not having a valid decal, a fine of $20.00 in addition to the full price of the decal.
These regulations have been prepared for the safety and convenience of those who operate vehicles on campus, in compliance with § 46.2-1228 of the Code of Virginia. The University cannot guarantee a parking space in a convenient area but there is adequate parking available. The University does not assume responsibility for the care or protection of private motor vehicles or their contents. Personal belongings should not be left in the vehicle.
Decal Display
Vehicle registration is not complete until the decal is properly displayed. A valid decal must be securely affixed to the outside of the driver side rear window/bumper. Taping the decal to the inside of the windshield is not permissible. Decals displayed improperly will constitute an improper display violation. Only 1 decal can be displayed per vehicle (i.e., do not display a student and faculty/staff decal).
Temporary Parking Passes
Temporary parking passes may be issued to anyone temporarily operating an unregistered vehicle. Temporary passes can be obtained from the Parking Services Office (Mon- Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.) and University Police (everyday 24 hours a day).
Visitor Parking
Visitor spaces are provided only for individuals outside the University community. If you receive a citation for No Valid CNU Decal, you may return it to the Parking Service Office upon completion of the back portion of the citation.
| Department | Phone |
|---|---|
| Parking Services | 594-7129 |
| University Police Department | 594-7053 |
Admissions Office
These spaces are designated specifically for visitors to the Admissions Office (1st floor in the Administration Building). Signs are posted indicating that these parking spots are "Admissions Visitor Parking". Any student, faculty, or staff member found in these spaces will receive a citation for designated space.
Freeman Center Visitor Spaces
These spaces are designated specifically for paying members of the Freeman Center. Signs are posted indicating that these parking spots are "Freeman Center Hangtag Only". Any student, faculty, or staff member found in these spaces will receive a citation for designated space.
back to topMariners' Museum Visitor Spaces
These spaces are designated specifically for patrons visiting the Mariners' Museum Library inside the Paul and Rosemary Trible Library. Signs are posted indicating that these parking spots are "Visitor Parking for the Mariners' Museum Library." A special pass must be obtained from the front desk of the Mariners' Museum Library. Any student, faculty, or staff member found in these spaces will receive a citation for designated space.
back to topDisabled / Abandoned Motor Vehicles
In the event a motor vehicle becomes disabled, notify Campus Police and Parking Services immediately. Emergency call boxes are located in parking lots throughout campus for your convenience. A disabled vehicle decal will be issued, valid for not more than five days. Vehicles left unattended for a period of, or in excess of, five days may be subject to removal at the owner's expense. The university assumes no responsibility for the protection of, or any damage to, such vehicle.
Removal of Motor Vehicles
The campus police chief reserves the right to remove any vehicle from the campus grounds. Illegally parked vehicles may be towed or a boot may be applied without notice to the owner. The cost of such removal and storage and any penalties shall be charged against the owner of the vehicle.
Loading Zones
No parking is permitted in areas designated as loading zones except for vehicles being loaded or unloaded. Vehicle emergency flashers must be flashing.
Handicapped Parking
Parking in spaces designated as, "Handicapped Parking" is limited exclusively for those people with handicapped pass obtained through the Department of Motor Vehicles. Handicapped Faculty/Staff and students parking in these spaces must also display a valid CNU decal. Persons incurring a temporary handicap must obtain the correct pass from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.
Business and Technology Center (BTC) Parking
There are a limited number of Faculty and Staff parking spaces at the BTC. Each valid parking space is marked "CNU", all other spaces are prohibited. Students are allowed to park in the designated spaces after 5 p.m..
CNU Village Retail Lots
Members of the CNU community are not permitted to use these lots unless they are using the services of the businesses.
Residential Parking
(Santoro Hall, York River Hall, James River Hall, Potomac River Hall, CNU Apartments, Greek Village, CNU Landing, Warwick River Apartments, and CNU Village):
Residents MUST have a valid parking decal to park in their designated areas of the campus. As a resident, YOU are responsible for notifying your visitors as to where they may park. Visitors must obtain a Temporary Parking Pass from Parking Services or Campus Police before parking anywhere on campus. Visitors to these resident areas can park in the "Visitors Parking" spots.
Open Parking
All lots are open 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. except East Campus lots (Warwick, CNU Apartments, CNU Landing, Greek Village and CNU Village). A DECAL IS STILL REQUIRED DURING OPEN PARKING TIMES. VISITOR, UNIVERSITY POLICE, RESERVED, AND HANDICAPPED PARKING ARE RESTRICTED EVERYDAY 24 HOURS A DAY.
Open parking does not apply to the Faculty/Staff only spaces on the Loop in front of the Ferguson Center for the Arts. Parking will be allowed for Faculty/Staff from 6 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday only. No parking is allowed in this area after 5:30pm or on the weekends.
Special Events
Special Event Parking: Throughout the year there are several University sponsored events which require a comprehensive parking plan (examples are graduation, football games, job fairs, etc.).
Parking Services will attempt to minimize parking changes throughout the year and will provide information and signs to notify of the lot closures/relocations in a timely fashion.
Vehicles are required to move from the lot by the deadline. Any departments planning events that will involve multiple visitors to the campus, must notify Parking Services (594-7129) two weeks prior to the event date.
back to topA visitor to the University is defined as a person who is neither a student, faculty or staff member at Christopher Newport University.
Visitors to the University can receive a temp pass:
- For no cost.
- For a period of no more then 3 (three) days at a time.
- For himself/herself, but no others.
To obtain a valid visitor pass, visitors should bring the following to the Parking Services office:
- Proof of identification (driver's licenses, non-CNU ID card).
- Vehicle information: make, model, color, and license plate.
Visitors to the University need to obtain a pass for any and all times that they plan on parking on-campus.
Policy: The person listed on the registration of the motor vehicle shall be held responsible for parking citations regardless of who may be driving the vehicle at the time of the violation, in compliance with § 46.21237 Code of Virginia.
Fines
Payment of Fines
Fines are to be paid in Cash, Check, Money Order, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card or Captains Cash. Fines may be paid at the PTS Office or mailed to:
Christopher Newport University
Attn: Parking Services
1 University Place
Newport News, VA 23606-2998
Note:
Parking fines paid within 24 hours (one working day) will be lowered to one-half the original fine (except no valid CNU decal, boot removal fee, false or stolen decal, and parking in a handicapped space).- Unpaid fines (three or more) or multiple violations of traffic regulations may result in the suspension of parking privileges, or booting of the vehicle
- Payment of one fine does not clear fines for previous violations.
- Parking holds will be placed on student accounts after 30 calendar days, or at the discretion of Parking Services.
- A letter will be sent for all unpaid tickets after 30 days. A final letter will be sent for all unpaid tickets after 60 days.
- Parking fines unpaid at the end of 120 days will be sent to a third party collection agency and submitted to the Virginia Tax Debt-Set-Off Department.
Parking Appeals
The University provides a structured means to appeal citations. An appeal must be initiated within seven (7) days of the date on the citation. Please see the FAQ section for more details. Please make sure the address and phone numbers you list are complete, accurate, and legible. The Parking Services Office cannot be held responsible if you fail to receive your appeal notice under these circumstances. Remember to notify Parking Services of any address changes.
INSTRUCTIONS
Please print clearly the information requested below in the Appeals Form and return to:Christopher Newport UniversityThe parking citation (or a copy) must be included. The person appealing the violation will be notified via mail of the Appeals Committee's decision.
Attn: Parking Services
1 University Place
Newport News, VA 23606
Illegible appeals will be rejected.
ALL APPEAL DECISIONS ARE FINAL
Please note that the following are NOT acceptable grounds for appeals:
- Lack of Space
- Only parked illegally for a few minutes
- Financial Hardship
- Inconvenient Assigned Area
- Bad Weather or Darkness
- Ignorance of Regulations
- Running Late
- Unread or Misunderstood Signs
- Failure to Receive Ticket
- Citation for Parking in a Handicap Space
- Citation for False or Stolen Decal
- Boot Removal Fee
