The University of Michigan is set to increase parking permit rates by 4% for all annual categories in fiscal year 2026. This adjustment supports the campus parking system’s operations and maintenance, as well as alternative transportation options like the MRide and vanpool programs. These changes will affect faculty, staff, and students alike.
Purchasing a Permit
Starting May 1, 2025, fiscal year 2026 parking permits, valid from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, will be available for online purchase. As a new initiative, all permits will be virtual, utilizing License Plate Recognition technology. More details on this transition can be found here.
Order annual permits online starting May 1, 2025.
The updated parking permit rates for fiscal year 2026 are as follows:
| Permit Type | University Contribution* | Fiscal Year 26 Rate | Change From Fiscal Year 25 |
| Gold | $186 | $169.67/Month | +$6.50/Month |
| Blue | $186 | $69.08/Month | +$2.66/Month |
| Yellow | $186 | $15.00/Month | +$0.58/Month |
| Orange | $186 | $7.66/Month | +$0.33/Month |
| Student – Orange | – | $92/Year | +$4.00/Year |
| Student – After Hours | – | $75/Year | +$3.00/Year |
| Student – Yellow w/After Hours | – | $257/Year | +$10.00/Year |
| Student – Storage (NC32/SC34) | – | $600/Year | +$356.00/Year |
| Departments – Business Vehicle | – | $1,015/Year | +$39.00/Year |
| Daily Blue (Light Blue) | – | $8/Day | +$2.00/Day |
| Visitor Rate | – | $2.50/Hr | +$0.10/Hr |
* Faculty with a 0% appointment, temporary staff, affiliates, and other non-University staff must cover the full permit cost.
Permit Eligibility
Details on eligibility, daily parking options, and other programs can be found on the Permit Parking page. Students interested in Student Storage Permits should order online on Monday, June 16. Availability is limited and will operate on a first-come, first-served basis with a waitlist if sold out.
For Parking Customer Services office hours and locations, visit the Contact Customer Services page.
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