Cerritos College Parking: A Comprehensive Guide

Navigating parking at Cerritos College requires understanding the rules, regulations, and various permit options. This guide provides comprehensive information to help students, staff, and visitors park legally and safely on campus.

Parking Rules and Regulations

All vehicles parking on campus must abide by the Cerritos College parking rules and regulations. These rules, along with the California Vehicle Code, are enforced at all times to ensure the safety and order of the campus community. It is important to note that colored curbs (blue for disabled, red for no stopping, green for 15 minutes, etc.) have the same meaning on campus as those found in any city. Any vehicle not properly parked or not in compliance with Cerritos College parking regulations is subject to citation and possible towing.

Cerritos College Police Officers patrol the parking lots every day and night. However, persons parking on district property do so at their own risk. Cerritos College does not assume any responsibility for loss or damage to vehicles or their contents while parked anywhere on District property.

Parking Permits

Parking at Cerritos College is by permit only. The Cerritos College parking permit entitles a vehicle to park on the campus when space is available. A valid parking permit is required to park in any parking space. Possession of a permit does not guarantee a parking space on campus.

Daily Permits

For those who only need to park on campus occasionally, Virtual Daily Permits are available online. The cost of each Virtual Daily Permit is $3.00 per day and is valid until the end of the day of purchase at 11:59pm. Note that there are NO REFUNDS on daily or monthly parking permits, no exceptions. Each permit is valid only on the day it is purchased. The permit is valid only in white-lined student stalls.

Semester and Yearly Permits

Semester and yearly permits are available for students and staff. These permits offer a more cost-effective solution for those who park on campus regularly.

Staff Parking

Staff Parking is reserved in yellow lined stalls for Cerritos College full-time staff only. Staff permits are available for the semester or for the year.

Parking Locations and Guidelines

Parking is only permitted in areas that have been painted with lines indicating parking stalls. Understanding the color-coded parking zones is crucial for avoiding citations.

WHITE - Student, public and Short-Term Hourly parking. Daily / Special Event Permits are available online.
GREEN - Timed stalls 2 hr max parking time limit.
BLUE - Valid DP plate or disabled placard. To utilize these spaces, vehicles must display a valid disabled placard and a valid parking permit. A valid disabled placard is required to park in any disabled parking space in either student or staff parking lots. A space is a marked disable parking space.
WHITE GRID MARKED "MOTORCYCLE" - Motorcycle parking only.

It is important to NEVER park in the Staff lot which is the row closest to the Performing Arts Center, as this WILL RESULT IN A PARKING TICKET.

Disabled Parking

Parking for individuals with disabilities is available in designated blue spaces. To utilize these spaces, vehicles must display a valid disabled placard and a valid parking permit. A valid disabled placard is required to park in any disabled parking space in either student or staff parking lots. A space is a marked disable parking space.

Off-Campus Parking

Off-Campus Parking is extremely restricted. Parking on city streets without a permit may result to being cited, towed away and impounded by the city at the student's expense. It is the responsibility of vehicle owners to adhere to city parking regulations at the student's expense.

Motorcycle and Bicycle Parking

Motorcycles must park in designated motorcycle parking areas, which are marked with a WHITE GRID. Bicycles must park in District provided racks. Bicycles should never be parked against poles etc.

Parking Violations

Parking Violations will be cited for vehicles parked without a valid parking permit, or illegally parked.

Important Reminders for Theatre Events

While attending events at the theatre, please note the following:

DO NOT park in the Staff lot which is the row closest to the Performing Arts Center. YOU WILL RECEIVE A PARKING TICKET.
Flowers are not permitted in the Theatre.
Snacks and drinks are not permitted in the theater; receptacles are available on the exterior of the theatre.
Children under the age of 5 are not permitted to theatre performances.
Smoking, drug use and other adult themes are strictly forbidden in the theatre.
Performances may contain haze, flashing lights, strobe effects and fogs.
Not all shows require the purchase of a ticket.
Recording of any kind is strictly prohibited and will be deleted. Violators will be removed from the event.
There are absolutely no refunds for purchased tickets unless the event is postponed or cancelled.
No pets are allowed.

Additional Information

The college is committed to ensuring student, faculty and staff vehicles safe at all times. If the vehicle's license plate does not show up in the system upon arrival, you may park in any student space available.
Events may contain smoking, drug use and other adult themes.
Patrons are expected to respect performers, and students by adhering to the no recording policy.
Follow any notifications inside the theatre. First offense will be your first warning. Further violations will result in your removal from the event.
The college provides accommodations for persons with disabilities.
Parking hours are $3.00 for 2 hours or $5.00 for the entire day.
Students who have officially dropped within the appropriate deadline for the semester or class meetings for shorter than semester length classes are eligible for refunds.

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