Overview & Suitability
The SCAD Indian Street Parking Garage is a modern, multi-level facility constructed using durable precast concrete. Designed specifically to support the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) community, it serves as the primary parking hub for students residing at the nearby River House student housing complex, as well as students and faculty attending classes at adjacent academic buildings, including Alexander Hall, Adler Hall, Fahm Hall, Graham Scott, and Hamilton Hall. This garage is private and strictly restricted to SCAD students, faculty, and staff. All vehicles parked here must display a valid, registered SCAD parking permit. It is not open to general transient public parking, and oversized vehicles like RVs or heavy motorhomes are not permitted.
Access, Dimensions & Clearance
The entrance to the garage is located along Indian Street, providing straightforward access near the foot of the Talmadge Memorial Bridge and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The structure features standard multi-level interior ramps with a clear layout that allows for easy navigation of standard passenger cars, SUVs, and motorcycles. Standard overhead clearance limits apply, meaning high-profile commercial box trucks, campers, and lifted vehicles should avoid entry to prevent structural damage. Tight turns on the ramps require cautious driving, especially during peak class hours when student traffic is heavy.
Parking Rates, Tariffs & Booking
For the SCAD community, parking at this facility is highly cost-effective:
- Permit Parking: SCAD student, faculty, and staff parking permits are free, but vehicle registration through the MySCAD portal is mandatory.
- Visitor Passes: Authorized visitors must obtain a temporary visitor parking pass in advance through the university's safety or administrative offices.
- EV Charging Rates: The garage houses public-accessible Blink Level 2 EV charging stations. Charging fees include a session fee, with electricity billed at standard Blink rates of $0.85 per hour for the first four hours and $2.00 per hour thereafter.
Unauthorized vehicles parked without a valid SCAD permit are subject to ticketing, wheel locking, or towing by campus security, with local private towing fees starting at $75 or more.
Security & Amenities
Security is a high priority at this facility, ensuring a safe environment for students and staff around the clock:
- Security Patrols: Monitored and patrolled by SCAD University Safety. Emergency dispatch can be reached directly via call boxes or by phone.
- Lighting & Surveillance: The garage is equipped with extensive security cameras (CCTV) and bright, energy-efficient LED lighting across all levels.
- EV Charging: Contains multiple Level 2 EV charging ports maintained via the Blink network.
- Transit Connections: Directly serviced by the SCAD Bee Line bus system and the SafeRide late-night shuttle, offering seamless, fare-free transit across the Savannah campus.
Strategic Alternative
While the garage itself is restricted to university affiliates, it serves as an indispensable asset for those attending academic events, gallery openings, or visiting residents on the western edge of Savannah's Historic District. Utilizing this deck helps eligible drivers avoid expensive city meters and highly competitive on-street spaces along the Indian Street corridor. For the general public, nearby municipal parking garages operated by the City of Savannah represent the best alternative close by.
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