Transportation and Parking

Neighborhood Parking Policy

Policy: TPS 6750-0007
Authorization: ORS 341.300 | PCC Board Policy 6750 | City of Portland City Charter & Title 16 Permit Agreements | City of Lake Oswego Revocable Permit Agreement

Overview

Portland Community College (PCC) works to maintain safe, livable neighborhoods and to reduce congestion from PCC related parking. This policy explains where PCC members, visitors, and vendors may park. It also outlines how neighborhood residents can request an exemption.

Who This Policy Applies To

  • People driving to PCC for work, classes, or other PCC activities
  • Neighborhood residents who live near PCC campuses

General Rules

  • PCC members, visitors, and vendors must park on PCC property while conducting PCC business.
  • Parking in nearby neighborhoods is not allowed during PCC related activities.
  • A PCC parking permit does not allow parking in neighborhood areas.

Neighborhood Boundaries

  • PCC does not publicly share specific neighborhood boundary lines.
  • Residents and PCC members may not give permission for PCC related parking in neighborhood areas.
  • If asked about boundaries, staff will direct PCC members to park on campus.

Neighborhood Resident Program

  • Residents who receive warnings may enroll in the Neighborhood Resident Program.
  • Proof of residency is required (such as DMV registration or official mail showing name and address).
  • Approved residents receive an electronic residential permit assigned to their vehicle.

Important Notes

  • Residential permits may be reassigned to another vehicle owned by the same resident. They may not be shared with nonresidents.
  • Enrollment in the program does not allow parking in PCC lots or on PCC roadways.

Enforcement

  • Vehicles without a registered Neighborhood Resident permit may receive a warning notice.
  • If a vehicle receives multiple warnings, PCC staff will review:
    • Whether the vehicle is registered to a PCC member
    • Whether warning times match the person’s PCC schedule
  • If a violation is confirmed, PCC may issue a citation by mail or email.
  • A PCC parking permit does not prevent neighborhood citations.