"Satisfaction with the convenience of parking on campus stems from expectations..."

There have been numerous investigations and reports published examining the current parking situation on campus at Clemson University. These detailed investigations reveal the fact that the current parking situation on Clemson University’s campus is insufficient for the needs of both students and faculty alike. Accordingly, there is a great need to improve the current parking situation as there is undoubtedly a case of supply not meeting demand. In short, there is indubitably a high demand for parking and low supply of spaces on campus.

Issues precluding immediate action, according to Clemson University’s website, include zoning regulations and existing issues with Clemson’s Master Plan. The central issues focused on were the green space issues, the small town atmosphere, and the requirement of Clemson to be a “walking campus.” All these ordinances were put into practice in order to preserve the “green” aesthetic appeal of Clemson’s campus that has come to be just as representative of Clemson University as the orange tiger paws painted on the streets leading onto and off of campus. The consequence of preserving the aesthetic appeal of Clemson’s campus is parking on campus that has been forced to the perimeter and is insufficient in providing for the students' or employees’ needs--a consequence that is relevant and has implications for the entire Clemson community. After all, how can Clemson University reach its goal of being a top 20 university if the students and faculty aren't making it to the classroom. The answer is simple--they can't...we can't.

http://stuaff.clemson.edu/parking/content/faq.php