Renewal & Permit Sales Updates
Cornell Transportation Services is transitioning to a more efficient and sustainable parking system. Below are key updates and frequently asked questions about permit renewals, virtual permits, and more.
🔁 Permit Renewal Timeline
- Current Permits Expire: June 30, 2025
- Renewal Period: May 13 – June 9, 2025
- Renew by June 9 to retain your current parking privileges.
- After June 9, you must reapply via the waitlist process.
✅ Register or Renew
- Visit MyParking.Cornell.edu to manage your permit and vehicles.
- All permit holders must register all personally owned vehicles to their account and associate one vehicle with a virtual permit.
🌐 Continued Transition to Virtual Permits
What’s New:
- RideShare permits are now virtual.
- Please note, only one vehicle associated with the Rideshare permit is allowed on campus at a time.
- Motorcycle permits will remain physical.
We’re also evaluating solutions for live-in staff to invite guests without physical permits.
We aim to eliminate paper communications. Permit holders will be informed of any changes through:
- Faculty & Staff Newsletter
- TDS Website
Email
❓ Need Help?
📧 Email: transportation@cornell.edu
📞 Phone: 607-255-4600
Forms
Permit Renewal FAQ's
How many vehicles can be associated with a permit?
- Up to 4 vehicles can be linked to a single permit, but again only one vehicle can be on campus at a time.
- Vehicles can now be listed on up to 2 permits (for household sharing), but only one can be on campus at a time.
What permit areas are available upon request?
- Outer Tier: A, E* (no fee)
- Perimeter Tier: O, R*, ME*, WE*
*Note: Must work in the associated zone.
Can I add a vehicle that is registered to another Cornell Community Member?
You will need to fill out and submit a permit request form below.
What happens if I miss the permit renewal window?
Expired permits cannot be renewed online. Use the Permit Purchase Agreement Form (below) for new requests (especially for A, E, O, or M permits).
What if I want a different permit than the one offered online?
- Contact Transportation Services:
📧 transportation@cornell.edu
📞 607-255-4600 - Or schedule a meeting to discuss options.
- You may also submit a Permit Purchase Agreement Form, but availability and eligibility apply.
If I skip renewal, can I get a permit later?
- Renewal ends June 9th 2025.
- Permits cannot be reserved or held.
- Future availability depends on campus demand and usage patterns.
- Submit a Permit Purchase Agreement Form.
- If approved, payment defaults to payroll installments, or you'll be contacted for alternatives.
- Note: Many permits are in high demand and restricted. Submitting a form does not guarantee a permit.
What the current RideShare rates?
When will payroll deduction start for my permit?
- This is dependent on the purchase date and the current payroll schedule.
What do I do if I drive a different vehicle to campus?
- Rental car: Email a copy of the rental agreement to register it temporarily.
- Vehicle owned by someone else: Contact the office for temporary linkage.
