Parking Permits
404 S Lincoln ST
- Case Date:
- 9/25/2019
This car has been parked in front of my house for over a month. It is leaking oil and has a flat tire and no residential permit. I called parking enforcement early in September after the car had been there over 2 weeks. I reported it via this website last Saturday. It now has 4 tickets on it but it's still there. How can I get it removed?
Parking Permits
409 S Swain AVE
- Case Date:
- 3/31/2017
Several cars without parking permits are consistently parking in Neighborhood Zone 2 permit-only spaces.
I paid for a Zone 2 parking permit and I cannot find a parking spot on Swain Ave. (where I live) because they are almost all filled with non-permitted vehicles. I'd like to request stricter enforcement of parking laws in Zone 2.
Parking Permits
411-413 East University Street
- Case Date:
- 10/5/2017
A blue Toyota, plate # S33 5650, has been parked for several days in the same location. No Bloomington parking permit. It has a ticket, but I believe the same ticket has been left on the car for most of the time it has been parked. It was moved last night, and gone for about 12 hours before being returned to the same spot on the 400 block of E. University. It is now also slightly over the (admittedly faded) yellow line and very close to my neighbor's driveway. I have tried to report this twice today with an attached photo, each time receiving an error message.
Parking Permits
421 N Dunn ST
- Case Date:
- 11/30/2018
Your system is flawed. I’m entirely convinced no one reads the parking ticket appeals because you just want to abuse the college students and you love to abuse your power
Parking Permits
424 E Cottage Grove AVE
- Case Date:
- 9/23/2024
Hello, I'm reaching out regarding our house's parking permits. I, (Ava Kaiserlian), bought both my 2024 - 2025 permit for my own vehicle along with the one guest pass we got for the house, but only ever received my personal one. I did move out of the address that was listed for the parking pass to be sent to not too long after, but it never got forwarded to my new location either. I have the receipts of buying the two passes, yet I only received the one for my residence and not the guest pass. I was wondering if there is any way we can resolve this issue and we could get a new one sent to us (at our address). If I need to talk to someone about this issue to figure it out, I am more than happy to. Thank you!
Parking Permits
429 S Walnut ST
- Case Date:
- 1/29/2025
Incident Report – Improper Towing of Vehicle
Date of Tow: February 25, 2024
Location: 429 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN
Incident Description
On February 25, 2024, my vehicle was towed from 429 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN, without my consent. The towing company did not obtain my explicit authorization before removing my vehicle, making this a non-consensual tow in potential violation of Bloomington Municipal Code Chapter 4.32 (Non-Consensual Towing Businesses).
At the time of the tow, my vehicle was properly registered with the apartment complex’s parking system. My license plate was on file as having a valid parking permit, but I had not been issued a physical parking sticker by management, which was outside of my control. Despite my valid registration, my vehicle was still towed, suggesting improper enforcement of parking regulations.
Additionally, maintenance personnel were occupying my assigned parking spot the last time I drove. This forced me to park elsewhere in the lot, which may have contributed to the towing error.
Signage Review
The posted signage did include the following legal requirements:
A clear statement that unauthorized vehicles would be towed.
The name and contact information of the towing company.
Information on where towed vehicles could be retrieved.
A schedule of towing and storage fees.
However, the signage also stated that parking was reserved for residents of Kirkwood Management, which I was not at the time, even though my vehicle was registered with the complex and I had been assigned a parking spot.
Violation of Ordinances
Lack of Consent (BMC § 4.32.100(a))
The tow was conducted without my authorization. Bloomington Municipal Code 4.32.100(a) states that it is unlawful to tow a vehicle from a parking lot unless the parking lot owner or an authorized agent, present at the time of the tow, signs a written authorization for that specific vehicle. If this requirement was not met, the tow was unlawful.
Valid Parking Permit Not Honored
My vehicle was registered with the complex’s parking system, but I had not received a sticker from management. Since my plate was on file as having a valid permit, my vehicle should not have been subject to towing. This indicates an error in enforcement, either by the property management or the towing company, leading to an unjustified tow.
Claim & Request for Action
Given that my vehicle was towed despite being properly registered and that the signage at the location failed to recognize my valid permit, I formally request the following:
A full refund of all towing and storage fees incurred.
Confirmation that my valid parking permit is properly recognized moving forward to prevent future incidents.
Parking Permits
489 W 10th ST
- Case Date:
- 8/6/2024
Basement level, personal truck vehicle with FT pass parking in city vehicle/fleet reserved 24 hour spot (spot #2 specifically).
Parking Permits
489 W 10th ST
- Case Date:
- 11/12/2024
Near showers west and in road next to trades garage - 2 RVs plugged in and being used blocking street and parking. Whole parking lot is also blocked.
Parking Permits
501 N Morton ST
- Case Date:
- 12/17/2018
This landlord must have put up a sign for at least 5 private parking spots. I thought private parking would have a price. Brenda Lane
Parking Permits
501 N Morton ST
- Case Date:
- 2/2/2019
I want to apply for a Neighborhood Parking Permit, and found a page of FAQ, but did not see a link to the actual parking permit application.