Bicycles, Mopeds, Skateboards and Rollerblades

Bicycle parking is located throughout the campus and is designated by the presence of racks or designated bicycle parking areas.

Bicycle and Moped Registration

Bicycle and moped registration is provided by the University Police Department.
It’s mandatory and FREE!!!!

Read more about bicycle and moped registration!

Regulations Concerning the Use of Bicycle, Mopeds, Skateboards and Rollerblades

Bicycles and mopeds may not be operated on sidewalks except on the pedestrian mall at the front of campus.

Bicycles or mopeds may not be chained or otherwise secured to handrails or traffic signs, or placed in any manner which may create a safety hazard by obstructing passageways, stairs, entrances or exits.

Skateboards and rollerblades may be used as a form of transportation on campus. They may only be utilized on sidewalks and/or roadways.

Skateboards and rollerblading are prohibited from all other areas of the campus including, but not limited to, the following areas:
1. All steps
2. All flower planters
3. All brick patios
4. All curbs and benches
5. Inside of all buildings

Violators of this policy will:
1. Be issued a campus citation for $25.
2. Be charged restitution for any damages
3. Have their skateboards or rollerblades confiscated until the fine and restitution for damages are paid in full.

All underage non-university individuals found in violation of this policy are required to have a parent or legal guardian present to obtain their confiscated property.

Operators of bicycles and mopeds must abide by the rules of UNCW Parking & Transportation Regulations when riding on campus streets. Bicycle regulations are in effect at all times. Bicycles impeding pedestrian traffic including access for the disabled may be impounded without prior notification and an impoundment fee of $25 will be charged.

Enforcement
Bicycles and mopeds parked or operated in violation of the Parking & Transportation Regulations are subject to a $25 fine. Fines are assessed and collected through established University Debt Collection Procedures.  Fines may be paid at the University Cashier’s Office.  The Department of University Police has the authority to use whatever means necessary to impound illegally parked bicycles and mopeds; locks and chains are removed at the owner’s expense. The university will not be held liable for bikes or securing devices (locks) which are damaged during impoundment. Proof of ownership is required to claim impounded bicycles or mopeds. Unclaimed bicycles and mopeds are disposed of in accordance with the North Carolina General Statutes. Violators of this policy will be issued a campus citation set at $25 plus any damages.