Transition highlights

  • June 30: All current HONK permits expire
  • July 1: New ParkEngage signage (with new QR codes) available on Gorham and Portland campuses
  • Parking rates change
  • New text-to-pay option
  • New walk-up paystations on Gorham and Portland campuses
  • Validate parking using ParkEngage
  • Parking Revenue Recovery Services (which is under review) remains in place for parking lot cameras and fines
  • Lewiston-Auburn campus parking remains free of charge

Purchase your new parking permit

Take this quiz to get the information you need about our new ParkEngage permits.

Parking permit audience quiz
Which of the following best describes you?
Faculty & Staff: How can we help you with parking permits?
Other Faculty & Staff: How can we help you with parking permits?
Current Students: How can we help you with parking permits?
Visitors: How can we help you with parking permits?
Vendors: How can we help you with parking permits?
Alumni: How can we help you with parking permits?
Retirees: How can we help you with parking permits?

We know the transition from HonkMobile to ParkEngage is complex, and we want to make it as easy to navigate as possible. We believe ParkEngage will provide a better and more user-friendly experience for everyone.


2024 implementation schedule

As of July 1, the new ParkEngage system has fully replaced all HONK signage and systems. We no longer accept payment, validations, and permits via HonkMobile.

Parking updatesParkEngage datesHONK dates
New permits (all types)Available June 21Unavailable July 1
Validation codesAvailable July 1Expire June 30
Current HONK permitsExpire June 30
Walk-up paystationsAvailable July 1
New signage & QR codesStart July 1Expire June 30
Text-to-pay option (QR code alternative)Available July 1
30-minute grace period for Portland campusOngoingOngoing
60-minute grace period for Gorham campusStarts July 1
Payment at exitStarts July 1
Pay once, park in any designated campus lotStarts July 1
Make sure to read the FAQs for more details.

Do you have questions about the transition process? We’re happy to help!


* Target launch dates are subject to change during the transition from HonkMobile to the ParkEngage system. Unless otherwise noted, all dates on this page are in 2024.