Construction will begin in late January or early February on a $30 million, 1,079-space parking structure that will provide four levels of parking for students, staff, faculty, and visitors. The project will include an additional parking area outside the structure, bringing the total to 1,287 spaces.
The yearlong project is being built on the east side of Parking Lot 13 on Big Springs Road. During construction, part of the existing 685-space lot will be closed. This closure is needed in order to bring more parking to campus.
When construction starts in the winter quarter, the eastern half of the lot will be shut, resulting in the loss of 487 spaces. By summer and fall, some of Lot 13 will open as work is completed. Lot 13 will also see improvements including a redesigned walkway and additional passenger waiting and loading space.
Some Lot 13 permit holders will be able to continue to park in the lot. Others will be relocated to the Big Springs parking structure, while some will be moved to other lots, depending on availability and waitlists.
TAPS advises the campus community to consider walking or teleconferencing to meetings instead of driving during the construction period. Leaving the campus for lunch is also not advised as there may not be space upon return.
The campus community can stay informed of parking availability and other transportation options by following the TAPS Twitter and Instagram feeds, @UCRTAPS for both, and the Transportation Services website.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
UCR Transportation Services