Secure bicycle parking permits are now available for purchase at Hawkeye Parking Ramp. The enclosed bike parking at the ramp offers secure storage for up to 50 bicycles with access permissions provided by University of Iowa ID cards. This storage option provides more security and weather protection.
“We are excited about offering secure bike parking options that help bicycle commuters feel extra comfortable when leaving their bikes on campus for extended hours,” says Michelle Ribble, commuter programs manager.
Secure bike parking is available to UI faculty and staff with a valid HawkID. Space is limited, and permits are issued on a first-come, first-served basis. Graduate students may also apply for a secure bicycle parking permit based on availability.
Secure bike parking
Since installing the first set of bike lockers in Newton Road Ramp in 2024, UI Commuter Programs has continued expanding its secure bike parking options. Lockers were also installed at Dodge Street Ramp on UI Health Care’s downtown campus.
Both locker and enclosed parking options offer cyclists a reliable, protected space to store their bikes. The Hawkeye Parking Ramp enclosure expands these options by providing keycard access parking right next to the UI Health Care’s university campus.
How to join a waitlist
Secure bicycle parking is assigned from waitlists in the online Parking Portal. UI faculty and staff employed 50% of the time or more in a permanent position can log into the portal and add their name to a waitlist. UI graduate students may also add their name to waitlists and be assigned a secure bicycle space based on availability.
Before using secure bicycle parking spaces, users must register their bike with Bike Index.
