Towing Information

Vehicle Recovery Information

SUNY Cortland will tow unattended vehicles that interfere with operational needs and/or create hazardous conditions. Some examples include: 

  • Overnight parking ban violations
  • Fire lane violations
  • Vehicles left in areas not designated for vehicle usage

If a vehicle has been towed, the following shall apply:

  • If your citation reads Overnight Parking (2-6 AM) – Onsite Known Registrant Tow, you may pick your vehicle up immediately at the Tow Drop Off Area which is connected to the 281 lot (S-70) (see map below.) NOTE: While payment for violation and tow surcharge is not required to recover vehicle, charges will post to your SUNY Cortland account. Failure to pay within 7 days will result in account being placed on HOLD status.
  • If your citation reads Overnight Parking (2-6 AM) – Offsite Unknown Registrant Tow, your vehicle has been towed off site. For more information, please contact University Police at 607-753-2112.

If you have received notice that your vehicle has been towed for any other violations, please contact University Police at 607-753-2112 for more information.

Onsite Tow Location Map

Tow Map