Rumors are going around that, due to freshmen being restricted from being able to bring their car to campus next year (which I could rant about for 5 hours, but I digress), some freshmen are thinking about having an upperclassman that wont be living on campus register themselves on the waitlist for the freshman’s car, and then the freshman pays them back, w/interest. I’m super into this idea but was wondering if anyone (ie; those who plan to do this too) knows how to really go about this? Post on a facebook page perhaps? I’m from OOS and don’t know anyone personally in SLO.
I’ve sent a lengthy email to those in charge of parking at poly and have spoken to 2 people in person- all of whom have merely referenced me back to the website to the fact that, they “don’t know what it is yet” but there will be an exemption process, released this summer.The rumor mill (one person saying they heard this directly from a poly employee during open house) is also saying that the so-called “exemption process” is only for those who have a medical necessity for the car (need to go to Dr.s appointments further away from campus, etc). Does anyone know if eye doctors (for significantly bad vision that continues to worsen (I need a new contacts prescription every 6months-ish)) or dentists/orthodontists would count in such case?
I appreciate any feedback anyone can give but please refrain from postings of “oh you don’t need a car” or “using public transport is better anyways!!!” or “my son never had a car and he was perfectly happy without it!!” type discussions- I’m not interested, and I very much need my car for reasons I don’t need to explain to strangers on the internet. Thanks
I’m not sure of the exact procedure, but students who do not live on campus are not able to buy residential parking permits. I don’t think it matters what or whose car you say you have. So, I don’t see how this plan could work. As for the exemption process, I think you are going to have to wait until they release the information to find out for sure.
@berkeleymom4
I might have messed that up and mean upperclassmen that live on campus but don’t have a car or otherwise don’t technically need a parking pass? I see how those may be few and far between- but I’m willing to try anything if I can’t work the exemption process.
Like my parents even already bought non-refundable one-way plane tickets home after driving out with me to help me move in.
Are there other options such as arranging to rent a private parking space near by?
The problem with the upperclassman purchasing the permit is that he or she might be billed for any on campus fines you might incur.
You and your parents had better start developing a plan B for getting the car back home.
Just wanted to update this thread-
I got lucky and found an upperclassmen to rent me a spot in an apartment lot that’s only a 10-15 minute walk from campus, so I will be bringing my car this coming school year :). I was offered spots from a total of 4 people, so for those of you who may be looking, it’s worth it to post on cal poly FB groups (I did the rideshare page and other classes’ pages) and see if anything comes up!
Residential Parking Permits have not been sold yet and are on a limited basis. Upperclassmen who are offering you a parking spot have not secured their passes. Be cautious before handing over any money.
I think they are renting their driveways or other reserved spot off campus, not campus spots.
You need to be careful in California. I don’t know SLO, but where I lived parking was very regulated. Even in my private community, we had to prove that the car was registered to the homeowner/name on the lease. We had a 2 car garage and any car could park there, but the few spaces outside were for guests (and you had to print out a pass, only 1 per month) or if you had 3 cars, you could get a pass for the 3rd, but after that they had to go park on the street. They would not allow garages to be converted to rooms or works paces. Some homes that had been converted (illegally) had to be converted back to garages before they could be sold.
@twoinanddone
Thanks, I didn’t really think to look out for that- the guy I’m renting it from simply talked to his landlord and said it’s fine, as I’m getting what would otherwise be his spot (not an extra one). It’s in the parking lot of the building, so I’m not too worried about the regulations that would come with street parking. But you brought up an excellent point about the car and leaser’s registration, so I’ll make sure that wont be a problem. Thanks!