Please be aware of our towing and relocation policy.
WashU reserves the right to tow or relocate illegally parked vehicles or those with three or more unpaid violations, at the owner’s expense. WashU is not responsible for vehicle damage due to towing.
In Case of Towing
If you suspect your vehicle is towed, contact Parking & Transportation Services at 314-935-5601, or after hours, call the Washington University Police Department at 314-935-5555.
Tow-Related Charges
All fees must be paid before vehicle release, including:
- Hook-up and tow: $75
- Dolly/Go Jack/Unlock service: $35 each
- Storage Fee: $25/day after the first 24 hours
- Drop Fee: $50 if the vehicle is hooked but not yet towed
Claiming Your Vehicle
Provide proof of ownership and picture ID to Hartmann’s Towing. Pickup is available Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special arrangements can be made if necessary.
Hartmann’s Towing
- 6615 Olive Blvd., University City, MO 63130.
- Directions: Take Skinker north to Olive, go west on Olive; Hartmann’s is on the northside of Olive.
- 314-721-1445
In Case of Vehicle Relocation
If your vehicle was relocated to another part of campus, contact Parking Services at 314-935-5601 or Washington University Police at 314-935-5555 for the exact location. A relocation charge of $75 will apply.
For additional public transportation information, please call 314-935-4140.
Violations Eligible for Towing
Vehicles violating parking regulations may be towed without notice in addition to receiving a citation. Violations include:
- Parking in a fire lane (includes campus fire lane) or restricted zone (marked by signs, painted curbs, or yellow lines).
- Failing to park within designated white lines, including at unmarked curbs.
- Parking in reserved spaces (departments, Bearly Drivers, CarShare, or special events).
- Parking in non-designated areas or illegally in ADA spaces. (Only state-issued disabled plates/placards with a valid WashU permit/pass are allowed.)
- Displaying a lost, stolen, altered, invalid or fraudulent permit/pass (fines up to $1,000, towing at owner’s expense, possible parking revocation, and legal action).
- Abandoned vehicles will be towed if not properly licensed, inoperative or dismantled, or parked without authorization for over 72 hours.
Parking Enforcement Before, During and After Events
Washington University reserves the right to modify parking regulations and enforcement procedures at any time to maintain safety, accessibility, and operational efficiency. Certain locations may be subject to special or temporary restrictions, including limited access, time-based enforcement, or permit-specific requirements.