Parking

Parking on campus is coordinated through the Transportation and Parking Services office, ensuring a smooth experience for all students and visitors. If you’re looking to obtain a parking permit or a Disabled Persons Parking Placard, detailed information can be found below. We strive to create an accessible environment for everyone, and our team is here to support your needs. Explore the various options available to you, and feel free to reach out for personalized assistance! Your convenience and accessibility are our top priorities.


Transportation and Parking Services

Information on obtaining On-Campus Parking Permit or Short-Term Medical Permit clicking here to be re-directed to TAP's website for more information.

California DMV

Information on applying for a Disabled Persons Parking Placard can be found here

Cat Access to Road Transportation (CatCart Program)

CatCart is a service provided by UC Merced Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) to assist UC Merced students, faculty and staff with temporary mobility issues in getting around campus. CatCart services are available during the fall and spring semesters only, between the hours of 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday. Please allow 24-48 hours for processing and scheduling. Please note the CART service is not a call-a-ride service. Further questions about this service should be directed to TAPS by clicking this box.

 

To be eligible for CART Program, students must be approved by Student Accessibility Services where we will then make a referral to TAPS to initiate services. 

 

PROGRAM RULES / GUIDELINES:

  • CatCart program vehicles are not city-street legal, and therefore cannot leave campus. Service is not available to off-campus housing. Anyone registering for CatCart service should be able to independently get in and out of a standard golf cart on their own. Due to liability concerns, drivers cannot provide assistance.
  • Due to high demand for the program, drivers will not wait more than five (5) minutes past a scheduled pick-up time. If you are not ready at your assigned location/time, the driver may leave without you to continue their other assignments. If you no longer require a scheduled pickup, please call in advance to cancel the ride.
  • Service will be automatically terminated after three (3) consecutive missed pick-ups. If service is no longer needed, please contact the CatCart program at (209) 228-8277 to be removed from the schedule. See map below for CatCart Program drop off and pick up locations.

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For more information, please feel free to stop by our office.

Our office is open Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. We are located in ACS-140 cubicle-128.