Northern Illinois University

Parking Services

Employee Permits

Employees who need a permit for less than one semester can purchase a temporary permit.

Employees who need short-term special parking for medical reasons should contact Campus Parking Services.

Blue Permit

Available to employees and non-university personnel working on campus in a contractual arrangement. A vehicle displaying a blue permit can park in spaces designated as blue.

Reserved parking

Reserved parking may be available for an additional fee. Reserved permit holders may also park in blue-designated spaces or at a meter if their reserved space is occupied by an unauthorized vehicle.

Renters of a reserved space may also be issued a privilege card. Privilege cards are only good for a specific reserved space and may not be used as a second permit by another person actively employed by or enrolled in the university. Reserved space privilege cards should be displayed in accordance with the instructions noted on the card.