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Permit Sharing & Carshare

Discover the eco-friendly and cost-efficient benefits of permit sharing and carsharing to McMaster! 

Permit Sharing

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How Does Permit Sharing Work?

Permit sharing is a program designed to allow multiple individuals to share the cost and usage of a single parking permit. This system is especially beneficial in hybrid work environments where employees or students do not need to be on campus every day. Instead of each person purchasing a separate permit, they can share one

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1. Adding Vehicles

  • To share a permit, the primary account holder (PAH) must add the other user’s vehicle, and may add up to five vehicles to a single permit.
  • Only one vehicle is allowed to use the permit at a time.

2. Usage

  • Both parties agree on a schedule to ensure only one vehicle uses the permit at a time.
  • Each individual can drive their own vehicle to campus on different days without the need to carpool.
  • The PAH is responsible for all citations incurred by any vehicle listed on the permit.

3. Transponders

  • The PAH can purchase additional transponders from the parking office.
  • The PAH distributes these transponders to the other individuals sharing the permit.

4. Responsibility

  • The PAH accepts responsibility for any fines and must coordinate schedules and payments with the other users.
  • The parking staff programs the transponders to prevent multiple vehicles from using the lot simultaneously.

Carshare

Explore our car share program, powered by Communauto, offering flexible plans to suit every commuter’s needs.

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Get the Most Out of Carshare

Car sharing is an excellent choice for reaching campus and integrating with other transportation methods. Enjoy the freedom to bike in the morning, use a car share for your midday meetings, and close your day by taking public transit home. This multi-modal approach not only saves you time and money but also supports a sustainable lifestyle.

How it Works

Communauto provides a variety of car sharing plans tailored to meet the needs of every commuter. Whether you need a car for an hour or a day, they have an option that suits your schedule. Discover the convenience of different plans and learn how the service works by visiting the Communauto Website.

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Information and Policies

Communauto is the operator of carshare in Hamilton. They offer several plans to fit every commuter’s needs. Learn more about their plans and how it works on the Communauto Website.

For detailed information and policies visit the Communauto FAQ Page.