Service/Delivery Vehicles
On this page:
- Overview
- Service & Delivery Permits
- Exceptions
- The Pedestrian Zone
- Services for Contractors
- Special Arrangements
Overview
Everyone needs a permit to park at Stanford.
Departments and vendors with specific service and delivery needs can apply for appropriate permits and gate access at the Parking & Transportation Services (P&TS) office located at 340 Bonair Siding. All requests will be reviewed for eligibility based on need.
Department sponsorship is required for long-term permits (30-Days+): non-Stanford entities must submit a Department Sponsorship Form with a Department Permit Application Form to establish affiliation with a university department or on-campus organization.
For the safest route to make a service call or delivery, view or download the Service and Delivery/Truck Route Maps or Pedestrian Zone Access Map.
Service & Delivery Permits
Permits can be purchased by the day, month or academic year. Prices for 10 and 12-month permits are prorated monthly from October and reflected in our pricing chart. All departments, on-campus organizations and sponsored affiliates purchasing permits for business purposes must purchase “A-Business” or Service Vehicle permits.
“A-Business” Permits
This permit allows you to park in "A" and "C" spaces in regular commuter lots (except "Carpool Permit Only" spaces before 10 a.m.). Requests of 20 or more permits will be reviewed for approval by Parking & Transportation Services. See the Parking and Circulation Map for the locations of these areas.
Service Vehicle Permits
These permits allow you to park in any "A" or "C" space (except "Carpool Permit Only" spaces before 10 a.m.), metered spaces, residential permit spaces, and special "Service Vehicle" spaces adjacent to the Pedestrian Zone. They are NOT valid in spaces marked "Special Area Permit." If approved, you may also be granted access to the Pedestrian Zone (PZ).
There are three types of Service Vehicle permits. All offer the same privileges:
- Departmental Service Vehicle (DSV)
If your department is located within Stanford's parking system, you may buy a DSV permit. The DSV is for individuals to use when they are out doing departmental business in their private cars. The DSV must be used in conjunction with a valid "A," "C" or "Resident" permit in order to be valid. It may not be used to park all day in a service vehicle space instead of a regular commuter space.
- Off-site Service Vehicle (OSV)
If your department is not housed on campus in the parking system, you may buy an OSV permit. - Vendor Service Vehicle (VSV)
If your organization is a non-Stanford entity housed on campus, you may buy a VSV permit, if sponsored by a Stanford affiliate.
Where NOT to park
Never park at red curbs, in fire lanes, or on anything that isn't asphalt (this includes dirt, concrete sidewalks, grass, and mulch). Your vehicle may be cited and towed if you park in these areas.
Exceptions
Loading and Unloading
No permit is required to load or unload at any marked loading area, except within the Pedestrian Zone. Do not leave your vehicle unattended for more than 10 minutes (or as marked), or you may be cited.
Government and University Vehicles
- Government vehicles with "E" (exempt) plates, may park in "A," "C," or "Service Vehicle" spaces without a permit. If your government vehicle is not identified as such, call Parking & Transportation Services at (650) 723-9362.
- University or other department-owned vehicles with the University Seal on the side may park in "A," "C," "Service Vehicle," or "University Vehicle" spaces without a permit. University vehicles without the University Seal are entitled to a free Vendor Service Vehicle permit (with vehicle registration provided). All vehicles must observe posted parking time limits as applicable.
The Pedestrian Zone
Stanford University's central Pedestrian Zone (PZ) has been established to create a safer central campus for pedestrians and cyclists, preserve facilities, and minimize the disruption of university activities through the elimination of unnecessary vehicular traffic. All vehicles (including motorized carts) require authorization prior to accessing the PZ and must display the appropriate PZ permit while moving through or parking in the PZ.
Please see the Pedestrian Zone Access Protocol for details about applying for PZ access privileges.
Special Services for Contractors
All parking arrangements for construction, renovation or other University-sponsored projects must be made by the general contractor, in conjunction with the Stanford Project Manager, and adhere to the following Stanford University Land and Buildings policies:
- Contractor Parking for Construction Projects
- Construction Project Temporary Facilities Siting Policy
Prior to the start of the project, the Project Manager and general contractor will need to submit the following materials to the Parking & Transportation Services office (340 Bonair Siding):
- the proposed site logistics and parking plan for the entire work crew (including subcontractors)
- a Contractor Parking Permit Sponsorship application
Contact us at (650) 723-9362 or send an email to: parkingoperations@stanford.edu to make parking arrangements for your project.
Removing Bollards
To remove a lockable bollard, your Stanford project manager should send a Work Order Request to Maintenance Customer Service at 340 Bonair Siding, mail code 7270. In the request, identify the location of the bollard you need removed, the dates and times for removal and replacement, the reason it must be removed, a University account number to which the work should be charged, and, finally, a contact name and phone number. Please allow five days for the request to be processed. Your request is subject to P&TS approval. If your request is not accepted, you will be contacted to discuss alternatives.
Special Arrangements
If you need to make special circulation or parking arrangements for your project or unique situation, send an email to parkingoperations@stanford.edu or call (650) 723-9362.
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