Staff members at the University of Leeds are able to book parking day passes for themselves and visitors
For information on permits, day parking, and free out of hours parking
For information on booking visitor parking
Direct link to ParkIT to sign up for parking options
Free parking on campus during core hours will end from Monday 3 May and the temporary ‘interim permit’ system introduced last year will be reinstated.
Until then any members of staff who have registered their vehicles for out of hours parking can park, any time on campus free of charge. If you haven’t already registered your vehicle you can do so by reading the staff Out of Hours Parking section below.
Staff can apply for an interim parking permit on the ParkIT webpage (please note: to access the ParkIT website off campus, you need to log in via the Virtual Windows Desktop). The permit is chargeable and costs will be outlined during the application process. Payment for interim permits is taken on a monthly basis from the permit holders salary.
All existing annual permits remain suspended and payments will not be restarted, if you are an existing annual permit holder who requires parking on campus please apply for an interim parking permit.
Staff who hold a local authority Blue Badge and wish to park on campus are required to apply for a University Blue Badge Permit. This is free of charge and is available throughout the year. For more information please contact the Car Parking Team at carparking@leeds.ac.uk.
A limited number of spaces are available to staff members who do not hold a parking permit. To access these spaces, day parking credits must be purchased and booked in advance using the University’s permit management system (ParkIT). The day parking credit packages currently available are;
Please see the downloadable documents section below to view a step-by-step guide for booking day parking.
Please note, this facility is only available to staff of the University of Leeds. You must be logged into the University’s network to access this system, and therefore if you are connecting from home you will need to log into the network via the Virtual Windows Desktop.
Outside of the core parking hours of Monday – Friday 07:00 – 17:00, University of Leeds staff are permitted to park on campus free of charge in the Orange Zone car park. Automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) is in operation in this car park and therefore vehicles must be registered in advance on the University’s permit management system (ParkIT).
Please see the downloadable documents section below to view a step-by-step guide for booking out of hours parking.
Please note, this facility is only available to staff of the University of Leeds. You must be logged into the University’s network to access this system, and therefore if you are connecting from home you will need to log into the network via Virtual Windows Desktop.
The University offers its employees free subscription to the FAXI carpooling platform to help staff share the financial burden of driving to work and to help reduce air pollution and congestion issues in Leeds. The app enables carpool journeys to be validated by the University and for carpooling behaviour to be rewarded.
It’s easy to join, you can download the app from Google Play, Apple’s App Store or sign up via the web. Follow the simple instructions for how to register on the app and create a car pool for your journey to work.
For more information, including FAXI FAQs, Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy, please visit the University’s Sustainability website.
A limited number of spaces are available for visitors to the University. To avoid disappointment, visitor parking must be pre-booked by a University staff member. Bookings should be made by the host department using the University’s permit management system (ParkIT).
Visitor parking is charged at £7 per day. This can be paid for internally when booking or can be paid by the visitor on the day at a pay station.
Please see the downloadable documents section below to view a visitor guide with step-by-step instructions on booking visitor parking.
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Need help from Car Parking Services? Hopefully our frequently asked questions will help.
I am going on Maternity leave/sabbatical/long-term absence – can I put a hold on my parking permit?
Yes, if the leave is going to be between 3 – 12 months. Contact Car Parking with your name, payroll number and details of your current permit. We will not deduct money from your salary while you are absent from work. You should return your permit and barrier card (where appropriate) to the Facilities Directorate Building on Cloberry Street. You will need to remember to tell us at least one month before you are due back so that we can re-activate your permit and payments.
My car doesn’t have an emission band. How will you determine the cost of my permit?
For staff where emissions data is not available – typically pre March 2001 cars, the engine size (cylinder capacity or cc) will be used to determine the applicable banding level and then the appropriate salary band will be used to determine the actual charge. For vehicles with an engine size up to 1549cc DVLA Category G will be used, and for vehicles, with an engine size over 1549cc DVLA Category I will be used.
What if my visitor stays after 5pm?
The cost for parking for the working day is fixed at £7 which is required to be paid on exit and can be paid any time up till midnight. Additionally, once payment has been made on the first exit your visitor can return to park in the Orange Zone as they require up to midnight the same day without making further payment.
What if my visitor wants to arrive after 5pm?
The campus is open to the public for parking after 5pm on weekdays and all weekend. Vehicles can drive onto campus, park in the multi-storey car park and must pay for parking at the payment machines.
Can we expect to see car parking charges increase again?
Yes. Parking prices will increase annually in line with the consumer or retail price index, whichever is lower.
I am pregnant, can I receive a temporary parking permit?
In normal circumstances a straightforward pregnancy would not entitle expectant mothers to be automatically issued with a parking permit. Where there are complications affecting your mobility you should contact your HR manager initially to see if there are any other reasonable adjustments which the University can offer, including a referral to occupational health or form to request evidence from GP / Specialist.
Can minibuses and coaches park on campus?
There is a dedicated minibus parking area on Finsbury Road, however, space is limited. Vehicles up to 2.1m can park in the multi-storey car park.
We have one coach space on Western Campus that costs £10 per day. Please contact Car Parking to reserve it.
I am a permit holder. Will I have to re-apply next year to renew?
All permits will have to be renewed each year and new permits issued to display on your windscreen.
I am a retired member of staff but I am returning to the University on a part-time contract. Is it possible to retain my parking permit?
Retired staff who are re-engaged for more than 50 days per annum may opt to retain their car parking permits on payment of the appropriate fee. Such an entitlement must be supported in writing by the permit holder’s Head of Department. Without such support, parking permits will be withdrawn upon retirement.
What if I don’t wish to continue with my permit?
You can cancel your permit by accessing your online account or giving one month’s written notice to Car Parking. We will arrange to cancel your permit and cease deductions from your salary.
I have a permit and work part-time. Will I receive a reduction in my parking fee for parking only a few days per week?
We have listened to staff feedback and have now adjusted the permit prices to take into account staff employed on a part-time basis. The price of a permit is based on your basic salary (pro-rata’d where applicable) rather than your grade. If your salary changes during the year your monthly payments will be automatically updated to reflect your new permit price (if applicable).
Where can I park if not on campus?
There are several city centre car parks nearby including a council multi-storey just 5 minutes’ walk away. For details please see the Leeds City Council website.
The University does however promote and support sustainable travel choices through the Travel Plan. These include car-sharing, public transport, cycling and walking.
I have lost my permit/barrier card/fob. Can I get a replacement?
Yes we can issue replacements on payment of the relevant cost. Permits & barrier cards cost £5 and fobs cost £25. Please contact the Car Parking team.
What if the system won’t accept my visitor booking?
The system will recognise whether there are enough spaces on campus. If the car park is already full, your visitor will be expected to park off campus. There are several city centre car parks nearby including a multi-storey just 5 minutes’ walk away.
Applied to all users of the University of Leeds car parks.
In combination with the Terms & Conditions a guide on campus parking procedures and appropriate use of University of Leeds car parks.
Permit and day parking prices for staff and pre-booked visitors.
Step by step guide to applying for permit parking.
A step-by-step guide for staff outlining the visitor booking process.
A step-by-step guide for staff wishing to book day parking.
For staff booking parking through the ParkIT system.
