Facility Overview
LMU Parking Lot A, also known as the Hannon Parking Lot, is a primary parking facility serving the Loyola Marymount University campus in Westchester, Los Angeles. Located at 1920 Loyola Blvd, this facility is designed primarily for faculty, staff, students, and university visitors. It functions as an open-air surface lot, providing easy accessibility for standard passenger vehicles, SUVs, and standard-size pickup trucks. As an outdoor facility, there are no height clearance restrictions, making it an excellent choice for drivers with rooftop cargo carriers or taller light-duty vehicles.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
The lot is situated centrally within the LMU Westchester campus, placing it in immediate proximity to major academic buildings and administrative offices. It serves as an ideal staging point for visitors attending university lectures, campus tours, or athletic events at the nearby Gersten Pavilion. Furthermore, its location in Westchester provides quick access to the vibrant dining and retail corridors along Sepulveda Blvd and the nearby LAX airport transit hubs, making it a strategic point for those needing to connect to the broader Los Angeles metropolitan area.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
The facility is accessible via the main university entrance points on Loyola Blvd. Drivers should note that campus traffic can become congested during peak academic hours or large-scale university events. For those utilizing public transportation, the campus is served by several LA Metro bus lines, providing connections to the nearby K Line light rail or the C Line (Green) toward the LAX transit center. Major arterial roads such as Lincoln Blvd and the I-405 freeway are reachable within a 10-minute drive, ensuring convenient regional mobility.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Virtual parking permit system: Permits are tied directly to license plates via the LMU parking portal.
- Accessible ADA-compliant parking spaces clearly marked throughout the lot.
- Well-lit pathways connecting the lot to the main campus quad and student facilities.
- Regular security patrols and campus monitoring for student and visitor safety.
- Designated visitor payment kiosks available for hourly or daily parking needs.
Ideal For
- Prospective students and families visiting the LMU campus for tours.
- Attendees of university academic conferences or guest speaker events.
- Daily campus commuters and staff members.
- Visitors requiring proximity to the Westchester business district.
Visitor & Driver Tips
- Always register your vehicle plate online through the MyLMU portal prior to arrival to avoid potential citations.
- Paid parking enforcement is active Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM; parking is typically free on weekends and university holidays.
- Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early for major campus events, as lot occupancy can reach capacity quickly during peak times.
- Use official campus maps to identify the most efficient route to your specific campus building, as the lot is expansive.
