UofA PTS Diversion Program Questions
and Answers
The University of Arizona Parking and Transportation Regulations are enforced only
when classes are in session. - answer False
Where can you find information that indicate the type of permit required, the hours of
control, and special regulations? - answer On signs located at the entrance to
campus parking areas
The responsibility of finding a legal parking space rests with the vehicle operator. A
parking permit does not guarantee a parking space. Inability to find a space does not
constitute a license to violate these regulation. What should a permit holder do if they
cannot find a parking spot in their permitted location? - answer Contact dispatch
office at PTS (520) 621-1108
Which of the following is NOT an example of restricted and prohibited parking areas that
are controlled 24 hours a day: - answer Service permit locations
Any person doing business with the University or working within the University area may
be treated as affiliated with the University for parking purposes. - answer True
What is the speed limit in campus parking structures and lots: - answer 15 MPH
Parking in all garages, except 2nd St Garage, is restricted to vehicles with permits and
pay parking only from 7:00 AM until midnight, Monday through Friday. When are
parking garages restricted to vehicles with parking permits, and other vehicles without a
parking permit must be removed? - answer Monday - Friday 2:00 AM to 5:00 AM
Which of the following is an example of a restricted space with defined time limits? -
answer All choices of the above (Zipcar, Discount Cab, Service Vehicle, Carpool)
PTS has the authority to reserve parking lots and structure in part or whole for the
purpose of allowing parking for special events. There may be special event fees
charged to use these lots or they may be reserved for special event permits or ticket
holders. - answer True
Individuals without a permit who bring a vehicle to campus and have no knowledge of
motor vehicle parking and traffic regulations relieve the violator of responsibility for
citations. - answer False
Vehicles must be parked ONLY where spaces have been designated and within a
parking space. There may be conflicts among these regulations or map designations
, and on-site signs that specify parking instructions. What takes precedence in those
instances? - answer On-site sinage
Which of the following is NOT a legal parking space example: - answer Backed in
parking between two white stall lines reverse of one-way flow in a garage
When it is determined that a University of Arizona employee or student has the same
address or last name as the registered owner of a vehicle with outstanding citations,
what happens? - answer After a review, responsibility for outstanding citations may
be placed on the employee or student affiliate that matches the same address or last
name
Who shall be held responsible for citations that are issued to any vehicle displaying or
registered to their permit? - answer Permit holder
When any vehicle is determined to be in violation of University Parking and Traffic
regulations, it is subject to citation, impoundment or immobilization, or any combination
at owner's expense. Motor vehicles will be released only after all of the following
conditions are met EXCEPT: - answer The registered owner must be present to
release the vehicle
A parking permit holder may select who to transfer their permit to when they are done
with it. For example, when Philip graduates from the University and has to return his
garage permit, he may transfer it to his little sister, Lilian, an incoming Freshman. -
answer False
Parking permits may be resold outside of Parking and Transportation Services on
websites such as Craigslist, Facebook, and direct from permit holder to person. -
answer False, only PTS is authorized to sell parking permits. Any violation of this
may result in a referral to the Dean of Student's office or appropriate Dean, Director or
Department Head.
Permits that are no longer needed should be returned to PTS. Permits may be returned
for a prorated refund up to: - answer First Friday of April
All of the following counts as a parking violation EXCEPT: - answer Parking
perpendicular to bumper blocks in unpaved lots
Which of the following reasons will be accepted by PTS as reasons to dismiss or modify
a citation? - answer None of the above
A person receiving an unfavorable decision from a Parking Appeals Officer may appeal
to the Parking Hearing Officer by doing what? - answer Contacting our office and
posting a retainer for the fine amount, arranging for an appointment with an Appeals
Officer to provide new information relative to your appeal.
and Answers
The University of Arizona Parking and Transportation Regulations are enforced only
when classes are in session. - answer False
Where can you find information that indicate the type of permit required, the hours of
control, and special regulations? - answer On signs located at the entrance to
campus parking areas
The responsibility of finding a legal parking space rests with the vehicle operator. A
parking permit does not guarantee a parking space. Inability to find a space does not
constitute a license to violate these regulation. What should a permit holder do if they
cannot find a parking spot in their permitted location? - answer Contact dispatch
office at PTS (520) 621-1108
Which of the following is NOT an example of restricted and prohibited parking areas that
are controlled 24 hours a day: - answer Service permit locations
Any person doing business with the University or working within the University area may
be treated as affiliated with the University for parking purposes. - answer True
What is the speed limit in campus parking structures and lots: - answer 15 MPH
Parking in all garages, except 2nd St Garage, is restricted to vehicles with permits and
pay parking only from 7:00 AM until midnight, Monday through Friday. When are
parking garages restricted to vehicles with parking permits, and other vehicles without a
parking permit must be removed? - answer Monday - Friday 2:00 AM to 5:00 AM
Which of the following is an example of a restricted space with defined time limits? -
answer All choices of the above (Zipcar, Discount Cab, Service Vehicle, Carpool)
PTS has the authority to reserve parking lots and structure in part or whole for the
purpose of allowing parking for special events. There may be special event fees
charged to use these lots or they may be reserved for special event permits or ticket
holders. - answer True
Individuals without a permit who bring a vehicle to campus and have no knowledge of
motor vehicle parking and traffic regulations relieve the violator of responsibility for
citations. - answer False
Vehicles must be parked ONLY where spaces have been designated and within a
parking space. There may be conflicts among these regulations or map designations
, and on-site signs that specify parking instructions. What takes precedence in those
instances? - answer On-site sinage
Which of the following is NOT a legal parking space example: - answer Backed in
parking between two white stall lines reverse of one-way flow in a garage
When it is determined that a University of Arizona employee or student has the same
address or last name as the registered owner of a vehicle with outstanding citations,
what happens? - answer After a review, responsibility for outstanding citations may
be placed on the employee or student affiliate that matches the same address or last
name
Who shall be held responsible for citations that are issued to any vehicle displaying or
registered to their permit? - answer Permit holder
When any vehicle is determined to be in violation of University Parking and Traffic
regulations, it is subject to citation, impoundment or immobilization, or any combination
at owner's expense. Motor vehicles will be released only after all of the following
conditions are met EXCEPT: - answer The registered owner must be present to
release the vehicle
A parking permit holder may select who to transfer their permit to when they are done
with it. For example, when Philip graduates from the University and has to return his
garage permit, he may transfer it to his little sister, Lilian, an incoming Freshman. -
answer False
Parking permits may be resold outside of Parking and Transportation Services on
websites such as Craigslist, Facebook, and direct from permit holder to person. -
answer False, only PTS is authorized to sell parking permits. Any violation of this
may result in a referral to the Dean of Student's office or appropriate Dean, Director or
Department Head.
Permits that are no longer needed should be returned to PTS. Permits may be returned
for a prorated refund up to: - answer First Friday of April
All of the following counts as a parking violation EXCEPT: - answer Parking
perpendicular to bumper blocks in unpaved lots
Which of the following reasons will be accepted by PTS as reasons to dismiss or modify
a citation? - answer None of the above
A person receiving an unfavorable decision from a Parking Appeals Officer may appeal
to the Parking Hearing Officer by doing what? - answer Contacting our office and
posting a retainer for the fine amount, arranging for an appointment with an Appeals
Officer to provide new information relative to your appeal.
