These standards are intended to provide the reasonable provision of future off-street parking within the city, to restrict temporary storage of vehicles and recreational vehicles in residential districts; to alleviate any unnecessary traffic congestion which could result from on-street parking; and to encourage development and usage of off-street parking facilities.

(Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012)

(a)

Any development providing off-street parking areas as an accessory use to a principal use shall ensure that a minimum of 75 percent of the total number of spaces are full-size and that a maximum of 25 percent are compact-size. Requirements for parking space dimensions are as follows:

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(b)

All parking facilities shall provide adequate interior passageways, drives, and maneuvering areas, as determined by the city engineer, to permit access to each parking space and to connect each space to a public street.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.01, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012)

Parking spaces for the handicapped shall be required. Existing uses providing off-street parking shall have 12 months from date of adoption of the ordinance from which this section is derived to comply with handicapped parking requirements. New uses providing off-street parking shall incorporate handicapped spaces into the design of parking facilities.

Handicapped spaces shall be provided in accordance with the following scale:

Table 208.2 Parking Spaces

(1)

Locations. Accessible parking spaces serving a particular building shall be located on the shortest accessible route from parking to an accessible entrance. In parking facilities that do not serve a particular building, or buildings with multiple entrances, accessible parking shall be located on the shortest accessible route of travel to an accessible pedestrian entrance of the parking facility.

(2)

Dimensions. Accessible parking spaces shall be at least nine feet wide with a minimum five-foot-wide access aisle. For van spaces, the width of the parking space shall be at least 11 feet wide with a minimum five-foot-wide access aisle. Parking access aisles shall be part of an accessible route to the building or facility entrance; two accessible parking spaces may share a common access aisle.

(3)

Signs. Accessible parking spaces shall be designated as reserved by a sign complying with chapter 7, section 703.7.2.1 of the 2010 ADA Standards which shows the symbol of accessibility. Such signs shall be located so that they cannot be obscured by a vehicle parked in that space.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.02, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012)

In the event required off-street vehicle parking cannot be reasonably accommodated on the same property on which the principal, building, structure or use is conducted, an administrative permit for off-site parking may be considered in accordance with the provisions of article IV.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.03, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012)

The standards for shared parking may be utilized for any of the combinations of uses shown below on any number of properties when approval is reflected in the conditions of zoning for each such property. Similar provisions are provided under off-site and shared parking requirements in the use permits article for those uses which were not zoned concurrently or as part of a multiple use project. The conditions of zoning or use permit, as applicable, establish the limits of parking requirements among uses and properties, and the city shall not require any contractual relationship among property owners.

The standards for determining parking requirements in a multiple use development are:

(1)

Determine the minimum amount of parking required for each separate use.

(2)

Multiply each parking requirement by the corresponding percentage for each of the time periods given below.

(3)

Calculate the column total parking requirement for each time period.

(4)

The largest column total is the shared parking requirement.

EXAMPLE:

Properties proposed for individual uses would require the following number of parking spaces:

Properties proposed for multiple uses under the provisions for shared parking would require the following number of parking spaces:

Thus, 508 spaces would be needed for this development, a reduction of 172 spaces or 25 percent.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.04, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012)

Each off-street loading space shall be a minimum of 15 feet in width and 60 feet in length and shall provide a vertical height clearance of 14 feet. The mayor and city council may reduce these requirements upon demonstration in specific instances that a particular loading space will be used exclusively by vehicles that may be accommodated by a loading space of smaller dimensions. In no case shall such a reduction result in a loading space of dimensions less than 12 feet in width and 45 feet in length. All required off-street loading spaces shall be located on the same lot as the building or use they are designed to serve, or on an adjacent lot, in those instances where joint use of a loading space with the use occupying that lot has been approved by the mayor and city council.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.05, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012)

Off-street parking and loading spaces, as well as all drives and maneuvering areas, shall be located a minimum of five feet from all property lines. Where those spaces and areas abut off-street parking and loading spaces and drives and maneuvering areas, no such setback shall be required.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.06, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012)

There shall be no drive-in establishment in which customers are served while located on a public right-of-way. Drive-in establishments which serve customers occupying automobiles parked off a public right-of-way shall provide adequate parking on the premises.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.07, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012)

The provision of off-street parking and loading space applicable to new development, or necessitated by alterations to existing development, as required in this article shall be a continuing obligation of the owner of the real estate on which any such structure is located, so long as the structure is in existence and its use requiring vehicle parking or loading facilities continues. It shall be unlawful for an owner of any structure affected by this article to discontinue, change, or eliminate, or to cause the discontinuance of or change the required vehicle parking or loading space apart from discontinuance, sale, or transfer of the structure, without establishing alternate vehicle parking or loading space in compliance with this article. It shall also be unlawful for any person to use that structure without providing vehicle parking or loading space in conformance to this article.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.08, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012)

No off-street parking area may be used for the sale, repair, and dismantling, servicing, or long-term storage of any vehicle or equipment unless permitted by the zoning district in which the area is located.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.09, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012)

(a)

Intent. The intent of this section is to create areas for landscaping and natural plant growth for developments on which off-street parking, open lot sales, displays and service areas are provided. The objective is to improve and protect the development's appearance, environmental quality and property values, thereby promoting public health, safety and welfare.

(b)

Review procedures. All developments, except single-family and two-family developments, are subject to the following review procedures:

(1)

Permit requirements. No building, grading, site development or tree removal permit shall be issued until approval of the required landscape plan has been granted.

(2)

Landscape requirements. All vehicle use areas subject to these regulations shall provide and maintain the following perimeter and interior landscaped areas:

a.

Perimeter landscape areas. All vehicle use areas shall provide a perimeter landscape area with no horizontal dimension less than five feet. All perimeter landscape areas shall provide a minimum of one-tree for every 250 square feet of landscape area or fraction thereof.

1.

Perimeter landscape areas abutting a public street right-of-way shall have a minimum dimension of ten feet from the right-of-way line to the vehicular use area. All areas of public roadway right-of-way shall be grassed. The vision clearance at corners requirements of this chapter shall also be met.

b.

Interior landscape areas. An area or combination of areas equal to ten percent of the total vehicle use area, exclusive of perimeter landscape areas, shall be dedicated to interior landscaping. All interior landscape areas shall have a minimum horizontal dimension of ten feet. A minimum of one tree for every 250 square feet or fraction thereof of interior landscape area shall be provided. For any parking area that is designed for more than ten vehicles, the plan must provide for landscaped islands and/or peninsulas at least ten feet in width so that no more than 12 adjacent parking spaces exist without a landscaped separation.

c.

Modifications to landscaping requirements.

1.

In cases where proposed innovative designs, landscape techniques and site amenities are demonstrated which address the intent of this article, the strict requirements of this section may be waived by the planning and zoning commission.

2.

In cases where healthy plant materials exist, the requirements of subsections (b)(2)a. and (b)(2)b. may be adjusted to allow credit for the preservation of such existing plant materials. The planning and zoning commission shall ensure that the intent of this section is met and may approve any such adjustments.

3.

Landscape installation requirements. All landscaping shall be installed in accordance with sound planting practices.

(i)

Plant materials. All plant materials shall be of a species known for its ability to withstand harsh parking lot conditions.

A.

Trees. All understory trees shall attain an average crown spread exceeding 15 feet at maturity. All canopy trees shall attain an average crown spread exceeding 30 feet at maturity. All tree species shall be capable of surviving the pruning of all limbs to a height of five feet and shall have a minimum of five feet clear trunk upon installation.

B.

Shrubs. All shrubs to be planted in perimeter and interior landscape areas shall be a minimum of one-foot in height at the time of planting. All shrubs to be planted in perimeter and interior landscape areas shall be permanently maintained at a maximum height of three feet.

C.

Lawn grasses and groundcovers. Grassed areas shall be sodded. Grass sod shall be clean and reasonably free of weeds and noxious pests or disease. Ground covers which present a finished appearance and reasonably complete coverage at the time of planting may be used.

D.

Existing plants. Existing living plants to be retained shall be protected in accordance with chapter 74.

(ii)

Earthwork. Earth berms shall be of variable height and slope (not to exceed 3h:1v). Swales and ponds shall be permitted for on-site retention of stormwater, provided these features are approved by the city engineer.

(iii)

Paving. Paving (other than walks) shall not be permitted within required landscape areas. Landscape area calculations shall not include area given over to walks.

(iv)

Encroachment. Landscape areas, walls, structures and walks shall be protected from vehicle parking encroachment by utilizing curbs, wheel stops, bollards or other acceptable devices. These devices shall be placed a minimum of 2½ feet from all landscape areas, walls, structures and walks.

(v)

Planting bed. The planting beds for all landscape materials shall be free of weeds, debris, and noxious materials and shall be comprised of a healthy planting medium. Planting bed soil shall provide adequate support, drainage, and soil nutrients for the plants.

(vi)

Permanent maintenance. The owner or his agent shall be responsible for permanently maintaining all landscaping in good condition to present a neat, healthy and litter-free condition. All landscape areas shall contain a sprinkler system or readily available water supply with a minimum of one water outlet within 50 feet of all plant materials. The owner shall immediately replace all plant materials that does not survive. The landscaping will be subject to inspection by the code enforcement officer who will ensure the integrity of the landscape plan.

4.

Review of landscape plan. The director of planning shall review all landscape plan submitted in conjunction with any proposed development and approve such plans, or approve the plans subject to any modification.

5.

Certification of compliance. All development sites shall be inspected for compliance to the approved landscape plan upon completion of all site development work. A certificate of compliance must be issued prior to a certificate of occupancy being issued for any related structures. In cases where occupancy of a related structure is proposed prior to completion of the required landscaping, a temporary certificate of occupancy may be issued provided the owner presents a financial guarantee in an amount equal to 110 percent of the total cost of the landscape improvements indicated on the approved landscape plan. Such financial guarantee must be in a form acceptable to the city attorney.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.10, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012; Ord. of 10-28-2019(1))

(a)

Unless explicitly exempted by this chapter, areas suitable for parking automobiles in off-street locations shall be required in all zoning districts for any permitted use. Such off-street parking areas shall have direct access to a street or drive open to public use and shall be provided and maintained in accordance with the requirements of this section. These requirements are intended to meet minimum needs. Every property owner must determine his actual needs and provide whatever spaces may be necessary beyond these minimums to remain in full compliance with the provisions of this chapter. Worker shift change peaking and projected growth must be considered when determining parking requirements.

(b)

Off-street parking, storage, standing and loading space shall be provided according to the following schedule:

(1)

All residential development shall provide two spaces per dwelling unit. Parking or storage of such vehicles as RVs, boats, semi-tractors or school buses in the front yard shall be prohibited. In single-family residential zoning districts, parking in the front yard is allowed for each dwelling unit only within a hard-surfaced driveway (i.e., asphalt, concrete, gravel, or if approved by the city engineer, a turf-reinforced driveway). No parking shall be allowed in grass or lawn areas.

(2)

Retail and commercial uses shall provide one space for each 200 square feet of enclosed commercial space which is available to the public.

(3)

Office uses, including financial and banking institutions, shall provide one space for each 250 square feet of gross floor area.

(4)

Hotels and motels shall provide one space for each guestroom, plus one space for every two employees, plus one space for every 200 square feet of commercial area available to the public.

(5)

Restaurants, cafeterias, nightclubs, taverns, and similar establishments shall provide the larger of one space per 100 square feet of gross floor area or one space for every three seats for customers, plus one space for every two employees on the shift of greatest employment.

(6)

One space shall be provided for the largest of every four seats or for each 25 square feet of floor area available for chairs in the largest assembly room in the auditoriums or stadiums of schools and public buildings, places of worship or other locations of public assembly.

(7)

Homes for the aged, rest homes, and similar institutions shall provide one space for each resident or patient, plus one space for each employee.

(8)

Hospitals, outpatient clinics, convalescent homes, nursing homes, and other health care facilities shall provide one space for every three beds, plus one for every two employees and one space for every staff or visiting doctor.

(9)

Dental offices, doctor's offices, veterinary offices, clinics and similar operations shall provide, one space for each 300 square feet of gross floor area.

(10)

Research laboratories shall provide one space for every 500 square feet of office area and one space for every 1,000 square feet of laboratory area.

(11)

Colleges and trade and vocational schools shall provide the larger of eight spaces for each classroom or one space for every 200 square foot of classroom, plus one space for every two employees or administrative personnel.

(12)

Public and private secondary schools shall provide the larger of ten spaces for each classroom or one space for every 35 square feet in largest assembly room, plus one space for every two employees or administrative personnel.

(13)

Public and private elementary schools shall provide the larger of two spaces for each classroom or one space for every 35 square feet in largest assembly room, plus one space for every two employees or administrative personnel.

(14)

Kindergarten, day care centers, and nursery schools shall provide one space for each employee, plus an area sufficient for the safe and convenient loading and unloading of students.

(15)

Personal service establishments such as barbershops and hair salons shall provide one space for each 200 square feet of gross floor area, but not less than two spaces per employee.

(16)

Convenience stores shall provide six spaces for each cash register.

(17)

Automobile repair shops shall provide one space for each 150 square feet of gross floor area.

(18)

Automobile dealers shall provide one space for each 250 square feet of gross floor area.

(19)

Automobile service stations shall provide three spaces for each service bay, with a minimum of five spaces required.

(20)

Self-service gasoline stations shall provide three spaces.

(21)

One space shall be provided for the larger of every employee of the largest shift of any industrial use or similar establishment or one space for every 1,000 square feet of gross floor area devoted to factory production, plus one space for every 2,000 square feet of gross storage area and one space for each vehicle used directly in the conduct of the business. One space shall also be provided for every 100 square feet of floor space used for incidental accessory uses, e.g., administrative offices.

(22)

One standard size parking space shall be provided for every 2,500 square feet of floor space used for warehousing or storage for the first 150,000 square feet, plus one space per 7,500 square feet for that portion over 150,000 square feet. One oversized space shall be provided for every 5,000 square feet of gross warehouse space for truck parking. Parking for office areas comprising less than ten percent of the total square footage of the building shall be included in this calculation. Office area over ten percent shall be calculated at the rate for office uses.

(23)

Salvage, storage, or junkyards shall provide one space per employee, plus four spaces for each acre of yard.

(24)

Wholesale establishments shall provide one space per employee, plus sufficient spaces to accommodate vehicles used in the conduct of the business.

(25)

Mini warehouses shall provide one space per 5,000 square feet of gross storage area, plus one space for every employee.

(26)

Recycling centers shall provide one space for each 200 square feet of floor area, plus one space for every 500 square feet of lot area.

(27)

Lodges and fraternal or social organizations shall provide one space for each 100 square feet of gross floor area.

(28)

Dance schools shall provide one space for each employee, plus one space for every 150 square feet of gross floor area plus an area adequate for the safe and convenient loading and unloading of students.

(29)

Theaters, auditoriums, funeral homes, gymnasiums, stadiums and other places of assembly shall provide the larger of one space for each four fixed seats, one space for each 25 square feet of floor area available for chairs in the largest assembly room, or one space for every 150 square feet of gross floor area.

(30)

Indoor recreation facilities, such as billiard halls, game rooms, video arcade, skating rinks, fitness centers, and private clubhouses shall provide one space for every four seats or for each 150 feet of commercial square footage available to the public.

(31)

Bowling establishments shall provide two spaces for each lane, plus one space for each 200 square feet of commercial space available to the public.

(32)

Golf courses, neighborhood recreation centers or similar uses shall provide one space for every 200 square feet of gross floor area, plus one space for every ten seats in an assembly area with fixed seats. All such uses shall provide a minimum of 20 spaces. Eighteen-hole golf courses shall provide a minimum of 40 spaces. Other outdoor recreational facilities shall provide parking according to the following schedule:

a.

Tennis courts: Three spaces per court.

b.

Basketball courts: Four spaces per court.

c.

Playing fields: One space for every 2,000 square feet of field.

d.

Driving ranges: Two spaces per tee.

e.

Miniature golf: Twenty spaces per 18 holes.

f.

Swimming pools: One for every 100 square feet of water surface area.

(33)

Outdoor festivals shall provide two spaces for each 1,000 square feet of ground area available to the public.

(34)

Riding stables shall provide one space for each employee and one space for every animal that can be accommodated in the stable.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.11, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012; Ord. No. 2015-11, § 1(Exh. A), 7-27-2015; Ord. of 10-28-2019(1))

(a)

A reduction of no more than ten percent of the minimum number of off-street parking spaces required may be approved by the director of planning upon written request. In all instances, the minimum number of off-street parking spaces provided shall be equal to the number required to accommodate all normally anticipated customers, employees and other needs of the establishment.

(b)

Off-street parking requirements for properties containing more than one use shall calculate the requirement for each use separately as provided in this section. The total of these calculated requirements shall constitute the parking requirement for that property.

(c)

There shall be no requirement for off-street parking spaces in the central business district as defined by the DTMU historic downtown commercial district zoning designation.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.12, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012; Ord. of 10-28-2019(1))

(a)

One loading space shall be provided for each 10,000 square feet of building area. Loading spaces for specific use categories shall be provided according to the following schedule:

Retail and commercial businesses with more than 2,000 square feet of gross floor area, one space for every 25,000 square feet.

Industrial uses: One space for the first 25,000 square feet and according to the following thereafter:

(1)

25,000 to 99,000 square feet: A total of two spaces;

(2)

100,000 to 159,999 square feet: A total of three spaces;

(3)

160,000 to 239,000 square feet: A total of four spaces;

(4)

240,000 to 349,999 square feet: A total of three spaces;

(5)

For each additional 100,000 square feet or fraction thereof above 350,000 square feet, one additional loading space shall be required.

(b)

All uses, whether or not specified in this article, shall provide off-street loading areas sufficient to meet their requirements. Off-street loading requirements shall be met without using any portion of any public street right-of-way.

(Ord. No. 2008-10Z, exh. A, § 13.13, 8-25-2008; Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1, 12-10-2012)