FAQ

I bought a permit and it was visible in my car so why did I get a ticket?

Parking permits must be clearly displayed on your driver’s side dashboard or hanging from your rearview mirror. You can visit pmbonline.org to view pictures of the ticket you received.

How do I pay or dispute a ticket?

Please visit pmbonline.org to pay or dispute a ticket.

Who can I talk to about this ticket? Where can I go to speak with someone?

You can call 707-664-4321 to speak or set up a time to meet with a parking representative.

I’m here visiting a student, where can I park?

Parking permits are required 24/7 for anyone parking on campus. You can purchase a daily permit on the Parking Management Bureau website, at our Parking Information booth, or at one of our parking pay stations. General permits are valid in all General parking lots, and in housing lots from 7am-6pm only. Reserved permits are valid in all lots.

Where can I buy a parking permit?

You can purchase a daily permit on the Parking Management Bureau website, at our Parking Information booth, or at one of our parking pay stations. If you are a student, staff, or faculty, you can login to your SSU Online Services, click on the Parking Permit tile, and purchase a semester or monthly permit.

I’m driving a different car today and don’t have my permit, will I get a ticket?

Your parking permit is linked to whichever vehicle is entered into the parking system. You can update this by logging into your SSU Online Services, click on the Parking Permit tile, and updating your vehicle information.

I lost my permit; how do I get a replacement?

Please contact Transportation & Parking Services at 707-664-4321 or parking@sonoma.edu or please visit the Seawolf Service Center.

Do I need to buy a permit? I’m only going to be here for a short amount of time?

Parking permits are required 24/7 for anyone parking on campus. There are 15- and 30-minute visitor parking around campus but are strictly enforced. If you plan to be here longer than the allotted time, you are subject to citation.

I have a disabled placard. Do I still need to purchase a parking permit? Where can I park?

Yes, a Sonoma State parking permit is always required when parking on campus.

Where can I park?

General permits are valid in all General lots (E,F,G,H,J,L,M,N,O) 24/7, Housing lots from 7am to 6pm, and Reserved lots 5pm-6am.

Housing permits are valid in all Housing and General lots 24/7, reserved lots from 5pm to 6am

Reserved permits are valid in all General, Housing and Reserved lots 24/7.

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