About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot 23 - LCC is a dedicated open-air surface parking facility situated on the northern edge of Lansing Community College’s downtown campus at 369 N Capitol Ave in Lansing, Michigan. Functioning as a vital transit and parking point for the college and downtown perimeter, this spacious ground-level lot offers an uncomplicated, drive-in parking environment. Because it is an open surface lot without low overhangs or parking garage deck restrictions, Lot 23 provides unobstructed vertical clearance. This makes it exceptionally well suited not only for standard sedans and crossovers, but also for full-size pickup trucks, commercial service vans, and high-roof sport utility vehicles that often struggle to fit into multi-level parking ramps.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned conveniently in downtown Lansing along North Capitol Avenue, Lot 23 offers direct proximity to higher education facilities, civic institutions, and cultural hotspots. Key destinations within short walking distance include:

Lansing Community College (LCC) Campus: Immediate pedestrian access to core academic facilities, including the Gannon Building, Dart Auditorium, and the Arts & Sciences Building within a 2 to 5-minute walk.
Michigan State Capitol: The historic State Capitol building and Capitol Square grounds are located roughly 5 to 7 blocks south (approximately a 10-minute walk).
Downtown Dining & Retail: A wealth of Washington Square dining spots, coffee houses, and local pubs are located within a 5 to 10-minute stroll.
Jackson Field: Home of the Lansing Lugnuts minor league baseball team, situated just over half a mile to the southeast.
Grand River & Lansing River Trail: Scenic walking and biking pathways along the riverfront are accessible just east of the campus.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress to Lot 23 are straightforward, with curb-cut driveway access directly off North Capitol Avenue and connecting surface avenues. The lot is positioned conveniently between West Shiawassee Street and West Saginaw Street (M-43 / Business Route 69), allowing commuters to bypass heavy downtown interior congestion and reach regional thoroughfares quickly. Drivers can easily connect to the I-496 (Olds Freeway) corridor just south of the downtown district. For public transit users, the Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA) operates frequent bus routes along Capitol Avenue and Grand Avenue, connecting riders across the greater Lansing metropolitan area and to Michigan State University in East Lansing.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging: Equipped with public ChargePoint Level 2 EV charging stations (J1772 connectors) allowing electric vehicle owners to charge while attending classes or visiting downtown.
Unrestricted Clearance: Open-sky surface layout accommodates tall vehicles, rooftop racks, and commercial work trucks without height concerns.
Accessible Parking: Designated ADA-compliant parking spaces with level asphalt access to adjacent campus sidewalks.
Campus Safety & Illumination: Monitored area with overhead night lighting and campus police patrol presence from LCC Public Safety.
Clear Striping & Wayfinding: Wide drive aisles and well-marked standard parking stalls facilitate quick parking and smooth pedestrian movement.

Ideal For

Students & College Faculty: Effortless everyday parking for classes, labs, and staff appointments across the LCC Downtown Campus.
State Government & Civic Visitors: Commuters seeking surface parking alternative within manageable walking distance of the State Capitol complex.
EV Commuters: Drivers looking for reliable Level 2 ChargePoint charging options in downtown Lansing.
Service Technicians & Tradespeople: Drivers operating oversized vans, ladder-rack trucks, and fleet vehicles that exceed parking ramp height maximums.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When planning your trip to Lot 23, check on-site signage regarding semester permit enforcement, visitor stall assignments, and EV charging stall rules, as college lots often enforce designated spaces during peak weekday school hours (typically 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM). If you are using the on-site EV chargers, activate your session via the ChargePoint mobile app or RFID card to avoid idle or non-charging parking citations. For evening events or weekend visits, open stalls are generally abundant, providing an easy and hassle-free parking option right by downtown Lansing.