Comprehensive Guide to Wayne State University Parking

Wayne State University (WSU) provides various parking options for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The Parking and Transportation Services department ensures well-maintained and safe parking facilities. The present parking system includes eight structures and 26 surface lots, with a current capacity of approximately 10,000 spaces. This article offers a detailed overview of WSU's parking facilities, payment methods, and important services.

Parking Structures at Wayne State University

WSU's parking system includes eight parking structures, each with unique features and access options. Here's a detailed look at each structure:

Structure 1 (Palmer Structure)

Location: 450 W. Palmer, between Cass and Anthony Wayne Drive.
Built: 1965 (oldest structure).
Levels: Six-level aboveground parking deck.
Accessibility: Faculty, staff, students, guests, and visitors with assigned and open parking.
Parking Spaces: Approximately 1,913 spaces.
Access Control:
- Gates 1 and 2: Assigned faculty/staff use only, controlled via WSU OneCard Assigned and RFID Readers.
- Gates 3, 4, and 5: General parking, WSU OneCard Assigned and RFID Readers, WSU OneCard Debit and Credit Card readers for visitors.
Entry/Exit Requirement: Active/approved access device (WSU OneCard, RFID hangtag, or credit card).

Structure 2 (Manoogian Structure)

Location: 5150 Lodge Service Drive, bordered by Kirby Street and Anthony Wayne Drive.
Built: 1972.
Levels: Six-level aboveground parking deck.
Accessibility: Faculty, staff, students, residents, and visitors with assigned and open parking.
Parking Spaces: Approximately 2,045 spaces.
Access Control:
- Gate 3: Assigned faculty/staff use only, controlled via WSU OneCard Assigned and RFID Readers.
- Gates 2 and 4: General parking, WSU OneCard Assigned and RFID Readers, WSU OneCard Debit and Credit Card readers for visitors.
Entry/Exit Requirement: Active/approved access device (WSU OneCard, RFID hangtag, or credit card).

Structure 3 (Rackham Structure)

Location: 45 E. Warren between Woodward and John R.
Built: 1977.
Levels: Three-level aboveground parking deck.
Accessibility: Faculty, staff, students, guests, and visitors with assigned and open parking.
Parking Spaces: Approximately 320 parking spaces (smallest structure).
Access Control: One entrance and exit off Warren Avenue, designed for general parking, WSU OneCard Assigned and RFID Readers, WSU OneCard Debit and Credit Card readers for visitors.
Entry/Exit Requirement: Active/approved access device (WSU OneCard, RFID hangtag, or credit card).

Structure 4 (Medical School Structure)

Location: 555 E. Canfield at St. Antoine, east side of campus in the medical center.
Built: 1978.
Levels: Eight-level aboveground parking deck.
Accessibility: Faculty, staff, students, and DMC staff with assigned parking only.
Parking Spaces: Approximately 1,200 available parking spaces.
Access Control:
- Two entrance/exit gates designed for assigned and general parking, WSU OneCard Assigned and RFID Readers, WSU OneCard debit and credit card readers for visitors.
Entry/Exit Requirement: Active/approved access device (WSU OneCard, RFID hangtag, or credit card).
Additional Feature: Nested parking area reserved for VIP parking.

Structure 5 (Anthony Wayne Drive Structure)

Location: 5501 Anthony Wayne Drive, bordered by the Lodge Service Drive and Kirby, across from Structure 2.
Built: 1987.
Levels: Four-level aboveground parking deck.
Accessibility: Faculty, staff, students, guests, and visitors with assigned and open parking.
Parking Spaces: Approximately 1,076 spaces in the structure and 142 surface spaces.
Access Control:
- Two entrance/exit gates: one on Anthony Wayne Drive and one on Kirby Street.
- Both designed for general parking, WSU OneCard Assigned and RFID Readers, WSU OneCard Debit and Credit Card readers for visitors.
Entry/Exit Requirement: Active/approved access device (WSU OneCard, RFID hangtag, or credit card).

Structure 6 (Welcome Center Garage)

Location: 61 Putnam between Woodward and Cass.
Built: 2001.
Levels: Six-level aboveground parking deck.
Accessibility: Faculty, staff, students, guests, and visitors with assigned and open parking.
Parking Spaces: Approximately 705 available parking spaces.
Features: Premium parking garage with a separate area for visitor parking, including a ticket-spitter and cashier booth at the exit. Generally the visitor parking area has 55 parking spaces; however, the spaces can be adjusted when necessary.
Access Control: Access into the general parking area can be gained via Putnam Street using a WSU OneCard Assigned and RFID Readers, WSU OneCard Debit and Credit Card readers for visitors.
Entry/Exit Requirement: Active/approved access device (WSU OneCard, RFID hangtag, or credit card).

Structure 7 (Pharmacy Structure)

Location: 3717 John R at the corner of Mack Avenue.
Management: Managed by a third-party parking management company.
Accessibility: Faculty, staff, students, guests, and visitors with assigned and open parking.
Parking Spaces: Approximately 954 spaces, with 500 dedicated to WSU. The rest of the space is used for the residents of the Ellington, DMC and the general public.
Access Control:
- Four entrance gates and four exit gates, with two gates having reversible lanes.
- Each entry lane accommodates WSU OneCard Assigned, WSU OneCard Debit, and a ticket-spitter with payment at exit for visitors.
Entry/Exit Requirement: Active/approved access device (WSU OneCard).

Structure 8 (Forest Structure)

Location: 91 W. Forest between Woodward and Cass, adjacent to Studio One apartments and University Towers.
Built: 2008.
Levels: Four-level aboveground parking deck.
Accessibility: Faculty, staff, students, University Towers and Studio One residents, guests, and visitors with assigned and open parking.
Access Control:
- Two entrance/exit gates: one on Forest Street and the other on the University Towers side (Cass Street).
- Both designed for general parking, WSU OneCard Assigned and RFID Readers, WSU OneCard Debit, and ticket-spitters for visitors with pay-on-foot kiosks and one cashier booth (if necessary) for payment. Payments at the pay-on-foot kiosks can be made via credit card.
Entry/Exit Requirement: Active/approved access device (WSU OneCard, RFID hangtag). If a customer uses the ticket-spitter, the ticket must be processed via the pay-on-foot kiosk before exiting.

Surface Lots at Wayne State University

In addition to the parking structures, WSU offers numerous surface lots for parking. Here are details about two high-volume lots:

Lot 50 (Matthaei Lot)

Location: 1200 W. Warren between Trumbull and the Lodge Service Drive.
Parking Spaces: Approximately 601 spaces.
Accessibility: Faculty, staff, students, guests, and visitors.
Usage: Often used for athletic events.
Access Control:
- Two entrance and exit gates located on Warren Avenue and the Lodge Service Drive.
- Both designed for general parking, WSU OneCard Assigned and RFID Readers, WSU OneCard Debit and credit card readers for visitors.
Entry/Exit Requirement: Active/approved access device (WSU OneCard, RFID hangtag, or credit card).

Lot 75 (Medical School Lot)

Location: 545 E. Canfield between Brush and St. Antoine, adjacent to Parking Structure 4.
Parking Spaces: Approximately 617 available parking spaces.
Accessibility: Faculty, staff, students, DMC employees, and visitors.
Access Control:
- Two entrance gates and exit gates, both located off Canfield Street.
- Both gates are designed for assigned and general parking, WSU OneCard Assigned and RFID Readers, WSU OneCard debit and credit card readers for visitors.
Entry/Exit Requirement: Active/approved access device (WSU OneCard, RFID hangtag, or credit card).
Additional Information: Daily student parking is available in surface Lot 75 located at 545 E. Canfield across from Scott Hall. You can use your OneCard, provided you have funds available in your debit account, to access the lot and receive the discounted student rate. Visitor parking is available in surface Lot 75, payable upon entry via credit card only.

Payment Methods for Parking

Wayne State University offers several payment options for parking, accommodating different preferences:

WSU OneCard: Students, faculty, and staff can use their WSU OneCard for parking access, provided they have funds available in their debit account.
RFID Hangtag: Those with assigned parking can use an RFID hangtag for entry and exit.
Credit/Debit Card: Visitors can use credit or bank debit cards (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover) at various parking locations. Swipe in and out with the same card.
Hourly Parking Ticket: Pull a ticket from Structure 6 or 8 and Lot 12, 14, 23, 31 or 57. Charges upon exit vary by length of time parked, with daily maximums in effect. Pay with cash or card at Structure 6 and 8. Lot 12, 14, 23, 31, and 57 accepts cards only.
Cash: Deposit bills or quarters into the machine at the entrance gate at Lots 11 and 59.
Coin Parking Meters: Available in Lot 76 on the Medical Campus between Scott Hall and the Lande Building. Note: The majority of metered parking around campus is owned by the City of Detroit and monitored by the Detroit Municipal Parking Department, not Wayne State University.
Guest Card: Purchase a Guest Card for $1 cash from a OneCard Cash Deposit Machine. Additional funds can be added for entry into general parking lots.
One-Time Use Parking Cards: WSU departments or non-WSU entities can purchase these cards to distribute to guests. These cards allow access into designated premium and non-premium locations and must be used to swipe-in and swipe-out.

Important Services and Information

OneCard/Parking Service Center

The OneCard/Parking Service Center is located in the Welcome Center, Room 257, Detroit, MI 48202. The phone number is 313-577-CARD (2273).

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Hours of Operation: 8:30 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday. Any changes or updates to these hours will be posted on our homepage.
Services:
- New or replacement OneCards.
- Parking pass sales (WSU OneCard account ONLY).
- Assistance with parking-related tasks.
- Disability/Special Needs parking assignments.
- Payroll deduction enrollment.
- Refunds and cancellation of parking assignments.
- Parking assignment changes and one-day temporary access.
- Temporary Parking Permits
- Parking validation program
- Special event parking
Online Parking Portal: Many parking-related tasks can be taken care of using our Online Parking Portal.
- Purchase a new semester parking pass and RFID tag.
- Renew a semester parking pass.
- Pay a parking citation.
- Update your vehicle information.
- Load money onto your OneCard via Academica.
Parking Kiosks: For the convenience of our parking patrons, four computer kiosks are set up down the hall from the service center. The kiosks allow parking patrons paying by check or credit card to purchase a parking pass online without having to stand in line. All students, faculty and staff with an AccessID and password can log into the parking system.

24/7 Parking Assistance

For 24/7 Parking Assistance or Motorist Assistance, which includes battery jumps, vehicle lockouts, and help to locate your vehicle, please call 313-577-1979. Patrons needing gate assistance or after-hours assistance can call the Parking Assistance Line at 313-577-1979 or press the intercom at the parking entrance or exit gate.

Student Disability/Special Needs Parking Assignments

Disability/Special Needs parking is available and clearly marked in each lot/structure. Disability/special needs parking passes are not able to be purchased online. Students will need to provide the OneCard/Parking Service Center with a copy of their driver's license, a current handicapped placard or registration showing that they have a handicapped plate, and a copy of their current class schedule.

Payroll Deduction Enrollment

Full-time, nine-month and 12-month faculty and staff are eligible to participate in the payroll deduction program. Part-time faculty/staff, temporary staff and stipend recipients are not eligible for this benefit. Employees may sign up by completing the online Payroll Deduction Enrollment Form.

Refunds and Cancellation of Parking Assignments

It is the student or the employee's responsibility to cancel their parking when leaving the university, or when parking is no longer needed. To cancel your parking assignment, you must complete the online Cancellation Form.

Parking Validation Program

Departments, schools or colleges who have frequent on-campus visitors and would like to pay for their visitor's parking can choose to participate in the parking validation program.

Special Event Parking

Parking and Transportation works with student organizations, departments/schools/colleges, and external groups who wish to rent university-owned lots and structures for special events. For all parking requests made less than 10 days in advance, you must contact Parking Events at (313) 577-4549 after completing the request form.

Transportation Alternatives on Campus

Wayne State University also encourages the use of transportation alternatives, including:

DDOT and SMART buses
The QLine streetcar
MoGo (bike share)
Zipcar

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