About this Location

Facility Overview

The University at Buffalo (Governors C Parking Lot) is an expansive, open-air surface parking facility situated on the northern perimeter of the University at Buffalo (UB) North Campus in Amherst/Buffalo, NY 14228. Strategically positioned right beside the historic Governors Residence Complex (Clinton, Dewey, Lehman, and Roosevelt Halls), this dedicated surface lot accommodates daily academic and residential campus parking. Because it is completely open-air without height overhead barriers, it offers unrestricted vertical clearance, making it suitable for all vehicle types including compact cars, large passenger SUVs, pickup trucks, and high-clearance utility vans.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Governors C Lot serves as a vital access point to north-side residential and academic facilities across the sprawling UB North Campus:

Governors Residence Halls: Directly adjacent to the lot, providing seamless, steps-away parking for students residing in the complex, resident advisors, and moving-day families.
UB Student Union: Approximately an 8- to 10-minute walk south across the academic spine, where students access dining hubs, campus services, banking, and university events.
Capen Hall & One World Café: Roughly a 7- to 9-minute stroll, offering access to the university library, administrative offices, and premier campus dining.
Center for the Arts (CFA) & Alumni Arena: Located a 12- to 15-minute walk or a quick ride on the UB Stampede shuttle, providing convenient parking during university concerts, division athletics, and commencement exercises.
Audubon Golf Course & Nature Preserve: Situated just across Audubon Parkway, offering easy access to tranquil walking trails and recreational green spaces.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Drivers can conveniently access the Governors C Parking Lot via Lee Road, Governors Road, and Webster Road, branching off Audubon Parkway and Sweet Home Road. It enjoys direct proximity to major regional roadways including Interstate 990 (I-990 Lockport Expressway) and Interstate 290 (I-290 Youngmann Expressway), allowing hassle-free arrivals from downtown Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and nearby suburbs. For non-vehicular navigation, the University at Buffalo Stampede shuttle stops are within walking distance, offering free, frequent transit loops connecting to the academic core, Ellicott Complex, and the South Campus Metro Rail terminus at University Station.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Spacious, clearly marked open-air surface bays for standard passenger vehicles.
Designated ADA accessible parking stalls located along the walkways closest to the Governors Complex entrances.
High-efficiency pole-mounted night lighting and University Police (UBPD) call boxes for continuous nighttime safety.
Routine security patrols conducted by UB Campus Police.
Proximity to university recycling, waste management, and bicycle rack stations.
Convenient permit integration via the University at Buffalo Parking & Transportation portal, alongside visitor pay-by-app capabilities (ParkMobile) where signed.

Ideal For

Resident students living in the Governors Complex and visiting family members during move-in, move-out, or family weekends.
Faculty, staff, and graduate students with assigned campus zone parking permits.
Campus visitors attending specialized lectures, campus tours, or university department events.
Evening eventgoers accessing campus auditoriums, libraries, or computer labs outside core enforcement windows.

Visitor & Driver Tips

UB parking regulations are strictly enforced on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM during regular academic semesters. Ensure your UB virtual parking permit is up to date or purchase a temporary daily visitor e-permit online through the UB Parking Customer Portal prior to leaving your vehicle. Outside of restricted enforcement hours (evenings and weekends), many lot regulations are relaxed for general parking, but always consult posted signage at the bay entrances to confirm whether special restrictions or overnight winter snowplow regulations apply.