Parking Information
Rules and regulations have been developed to control traffic movement and parking for all persons utilizing the parking lots, roads, and ways at Lees-McRae College.
Anyone operating a motor vehicle on property owned, operated, or controlled by Lees-McRae College is subject to these regulations unless otherwise exempt by state and federal laws, except as otherwise provided herein. The general laws of the state of North Carolina and the rules and regulations of the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles shall apply to the college campus and other lands of the college. It is the responsibility of all persons utilizing the college parking facilities to be aware of these regulations and obey such regulations.
Every vehicle on campus must be registered with the Office of Campus Safety. The vehicle must display a permit or temporary permit issued by the Safety Office.
Lees-McRae College assumes no risk or liability for damage or loss for vehicles or vehicle contents when parked on Lees-McRae College property. Park at your own risk.
By operating a motor vehicle on campus, the operator is agreeing to comply with the regulations of Lees-McRae College.
Parking Permit Registration 2025–26
Permits will be issued for assigned lots on a first-come, first-served basis. Students may obtain a parking permit beginning on the following dates:
- Seniors: June 17
- Juniors: June 17
- Sophomores: June 24
- Freshmen, Commuter, and Transfer Students: July 22
Registration opens at 10 a.m. on the assigned days.
Residential students must be registered for classes and have a room assignment to apply for a parking permit. Those who do not have a room assignment by their specified class date may register on the following class registration date.
By registering a vehicle, you agree to and accept all campus parking rules and regulations.
Payments may be made online using a debit or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover only). Cash or check payments are also accepted and may be submitted in person at the Office of Student Accounts, located in the Chaffee Center. Parking fees cannot be charged to your student account.
With questions about parking registration, contact parking@lmc.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I register for a parking permit?
Visit the RYDIN PermitExpress website and follow all directions, complete the registration form, and pay the required fees. Credit card payments may be made directly to RYDIN PermitExpress. Permits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. -
How do I know if I’m eligible for a parking permit?
To be eligible to register for a parking permit, you must know your Lees-McRae email address and password, and have an approved housing assignment. If you are not in the RYDIN PermitExpress system, please contact Campus Operations at parking@lmc.edu. -
What is the cost to park on campus?
The parking permit fee per academic year is $500 for residential students and $200 for commuter students.
Parking on campus is limited. The permit fee supports a variety of parking needs including the maintenance and safety patrols of the designated lots, in addition to transportation and shuttle services.
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How do I pick up my permit?
Purchased permits will be available at check-in on move-in days. After move-in, permits may be picked up at The Exchange (formerly Campus Post Office) in the Cannon Welcome Center (formerly Cannon Student Center).
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Are shuttles offered on campus?
Shuttles are offered between North Campus, South Campus, and the Athletics Complex Monday through Friday during normal class hours. An on-demand shuttle is available until 7 p.m. -
Can I move my vehicle to another lot on campus?
Shutttes provide the campus community with transportation between North Campus, South Campus, and the Athletic Complex Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Parking is available at the Athletic Complex daily from 5 a.m.–midnight and the May Wildlife Rehabilitation Center and the Elk Valley Preserve during class hours. The following lots are open from 5 p.m.–midnight.
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South Campus Overflow
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Bryan Building Lot
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Whitsell Art Studio Lot ALL
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May School Lot
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Maple House Lot
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Upper/Lower Chaffee Lots
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Cannon Welcome Center Lot
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Needham Alumni House Lot
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Theater Design Lot
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