Application process for annual and Flex accessible parking permits

1. Assess your needs.
   
   
   • Find more details about permit types on the permit options page.
   • Review annual rates on the rates page.
   • Find parking lot locations on the campus parking map.
     
     
2. Apply online or in person.
   

   Apply online:

   • • Complete an application in the Permit Application System (PAS). You will need a valid NetID and password to log in to PAS. Refer to the KnowledgeBase article How to submit a parking permit application in the Permit Application System (PAS)
     • Select UNIVERSITY CAMPUS ACCESSIBLE or UNIVERSITY CAMPUS FLEX ACCESSIBLE from the list of permit options in PAS.
     • If you encounter difficulties in PAS, please contact your Unit Transportation Coordinator.

   Apply in person:

   • • Apply for and purchase a permit in person at a Transportation Services office with proof of a valid, state-issued disabled parking permit.
       
       
3. Make temporary commuting arrangements (online applicants only). If you don't have a current parking assignment, a temporary commuting plan may be necessary while your application is being processed.
   
   
   • Monthly and daily parking permits may be available. To check availability, contact customer service.
   • Hourly paid parking may be available in a UW campus garage. ADA parking is available. For real-time availability, look for public parking options on the interactive campus map.
   • Madison Metro Transit. Take the bus to and from campus. Plan a route with Google Maps.
   • Complete a custom route planning request form for a free consultation with a route planning expert.
     
     
4. Monitor your email for a parking assignment (online applicants only).
   
   
   • Permit assignments are emailed to the email address on file in the eBusiness purchasing portal.
   • Permit offers are sent by email approximately every two weeks. 
   • You can check the status of your application in the Permit Application System (PAS) or contact customer service for more information.
     
     
5. Purchase your permit in the eBusiness purchasing portal (online applicants only).
   
   
   • When you receive an offer, it will contain a link to the eBusiness purchasing portal. Log in to eBusiness with campus NetID.
   • Refer to the KnowledgeBase article for purchase instructions: Parking and transportation - How to make a purchase in eBusiness.
   • When checking out, select your parking permit assignment from the list of options.
   • You can choose to pay in full by credit card or by payroll deduction (if eligible). Please note that payroll deductions are not refundable.
     
     
6. Get your permit. Your purchase receipt will contain instructions on how to get your permit (online applicants only).

• • Depending on the time of year, permits may be mailed to the address listed in your eBusiness account. Or, you may be required to pick up your permit in person at a Transportation Services office. Your receipt will tell you what to do.

Application process for temporary accessible and moped accessible parking permits

Temporary accessible permits and accessible moped permits are available for in-person purchases at a Transportation Services office location with proof of a valid, state-issued disabled permit (or physician's note for temporary permits).

Related resources

• Information about UW parking permits
• Accessible parking at UW-Madison
• ADA/Accessible parking policy