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MMV Policy Reminder
Students walking across campus with one student on a scooter

UNT MMV Policy Reminder

Micro-Mobility Vehicle (MMV) Storage & Charging Policy

 

Micro-mobility vehicles—such as electric scooters and e-bikes—have become a popular way to travel across campus. To support the safety of our community, UNT implemented a new policy that limits where these devices can be stored and charged in the spring of 2026.

What changed?

Beginning in spring 2026:

  • Micro-mobility vehicles may not be stored inside any UNT campus building.
  • Charging MMVs indoors will be prohibited, including in academic buildings, offices, and residence halls.
  • UNT Housing already restricted MMVs in residence halls; the new policy extends this restriction campus-wide.

At this time, outdoor charging stations are available at the UNT Union. UNT recommends that riders charge MMVs at home or the Union.

The university has explored the possibility of partnering with companies that provide shared e-scooter services with off-campus recharging and assisted pickup, but has not identified a service that fully meets campus needs. This option may be reconsidered in the future.

Why the Policy Is Needed

Micro-mobility vehicles frequently use lithium-ion batteries, which can overheat, fail, or catch fire—especially when damaged or charged improperly.
Limiting indoor storage and charging helps:

  • Reduce the risk of battery-related fires
  • Protect residence halls, classrooms, offices, and campus facilities
  • Support the safety of students, employees, and visitors

These safety considerations drive the need for consistent, campus-wide guidelines.

What MMV Users Need to Do

Students, employees, and visitors who ride electric scooters, e-bikes, or other MMVs to campus should follow these expectations:

Charge at Home

MMVs must be charged off-campus. Indoor charging is not permitted in any UNT building.

Use Outdoor Bicycle Racks

MMVs brought to campus must be locked to outdoor bicycle racks.
This helps prevent:

  • Clutter on sidewalks
  • Obstructions in building entrances
  • Tripping hazards for pedestrians

Keep Walkways Clear

Do not leave scooters or bikes blocking paths, stairs, ramps, or building exits.

Getting Around Without an MMV

UNT offers several transportation options for students and employees who rely on micro-mobility devices for commuting:

  • DCTA Buses
    Service on and off campus, with regular routes throughout Denton.
  • Night Flight
    Operates from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Monday through Friday and 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, providing safe rides across campus.
  • Late-Night Lyft Program
    Available from 2 a.m. to 7 a.m. daily for on-campus travel.

These services support accessibility, safety, and mobility for the entire campus community.

Safety & Compliance

As this policy rolled out, UNT departments—including the UNT Police Department—shared and will continue to share additional information to help users understand:

  • Proper MMV operation
  • Campus safety guidelines
  • Relevant traffic laws for scooters and e-bikes

UNT encourages all riders to stay informed and help maintain a safe environment for the campus community.

 
 
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Parking permits available for 2026-2027

Parking permits for the 2026–27 academic year are now on sale, giving students, faculty and staff the opportunity to secure parking before the fall semester begins. Permits became available for purchase on June 15 through the Transportation Services parking portal.

One of the biggest changes this year is the transition to virtual parking permits. Instead of displaying a physical hangtag or decal, permits are now linked directly to a vehicle's license plate. This streamlined system makes managing permits more convenient while helping improve parking enforcement across campus. Permit holders should ensure their vehicle's license plate information is accurate in their parking account before parking on campus.

Another important update affects those who park at UNT at Frisco. Beginning this year, designated Frisco permits are no longer available. Students, faculty and staff who park at the Frisco Landing campus should purchase the same permit they would use for the Denton campus based on their eligibility. This change simplifies the permit process while providing the same parking access at UNT at Frisco.

Transportation Services encourages the campus community to purchase permits early and review permit options to ensure they select the one that best fits their parking needs. Drivers are also encouraged to opt in to text message notifications during the permit purchase process to receive important updates about parking impacts, lot closures and special events throughout the year.

To purchase a permit or learn more about parking options, visit the Transportation Services parking portal.

 

 
 

 

End of the Semester Bike Roundup

UNT Transportation Services and Housing will conduct our annual bike and scooter round-up starting May 12, with a more expedited approach than in previous years.

This year’s process will function as a rapid campus-wide sweep rather than the traditional tagging period. Due to multiple summer housing projects, the goal is to clear bikes and scooters efficiently without the usual two-week notice window. Teams will begin at a residence hall and move systematically across campus, documenting and tagging items before loading them onto trailers. Once full, items will be transported to the West Warehouse, where they will be stored temporarily.

Although devices will not be taken directly to surplus, they will be held at the warehouse to allow owners an opportunity to reclaim them. Students will need to provide proof of ownership, such as serial number, receipt/proof of purchase, or other identifying information, to retrieve their property. Items that remain unclaimed will eventually be transferred to surplus at a later date.

Operations will begin at 7:00 a.m., with an emphasis on morning work to account for rising temperatures. Additional staff will remain available to handle essential services during the process.

Students who cannot locate their bike or scooter after move-out are encouraged to contact the Transportation Services office, as it may have been collected during the round-up.