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Fontana City Zoning Code

ARTICLE XI

ON-SITE PARKING AND LOADING REGULATIONS

Sec. 30-679. - Purpose.

This article establishes regulations for on-site parking, for passenger vehicles, tractors, trailers, and bicycles, and loading areas. The regulations are designated to achieve the following purposes:

(1)

To ensure that adequate on-site parking and loading is provided for all new uses and for existing uses with major alterations;

(2)

To prevent interference with circulation on-site and within any public right-of-way to ensure a safe environment;

(3)

To ensure that the parking and loading areas are designed to protect surrounding uses from adverse noise and visual impacts.

Sec. 30-680. - Applicability.

The provisions of this article shall apply to all proposed and established land uses and structures. These provisions shall be the minimum standards for all on-site parking and loading. If a conflict occurs between Code sections and applicable actions as part of any local transportation control measures (TCMs), the actions in adopted City Council resolutions or ordinances implementing local transportation control measures as part of the regional air quality management plan shall prevail.

Sec. 30-681. - Nonconforming parking and loading.

No existing use or structure shall be deemed to be nonconforming only because the use does not meet the parking or loading requirements of this article. However, existing parking and loading areas shall not be further reduced.

Sec. 30-682. - Maintenance.

All required parking and loading spaces which are maintained in connection with any existing use or structure shall continue to be maintained in good condition so long as that use or structure remains.

Sec. 30-683. - Enlargement or change in use.

Whenever an enlargement, change in use, or change in occupancy of a structure is proposed, additional parking and loading spaces shall be provided in compliance with the requirements of this article. If, however, the number of spaces existing prior to the enlargement, change in use, or change in occupancy exceeds parking and/or loading requirements, then the excess spaces may be counted toward the required additional spaces.

Sec. 30-684. - General conditions.

(a)

Cross lot reciprocal parking easements for similar land uses shall be considered when possible.

(b)

Joint use of driveways for commercial properties shall be considered wherever possible to minimize the number of entrances/exits from the street.

(c)

Parking areas or driveways may not be used for storage purposes, however, for special circumstances, an approval may be granted by the Director of Community Development or his/her designee through the temporary use permit process pursuant to Section 30-256(10).

(d)

Commercial parking facilities shall contain shopping cart storage areas in addition to required parking areas, for appropriate uses such as: supermarkets, large retail stores, and all other retailers that provide shopping carts for their customers. These facilities shall be appropriately located not to conflict with vehicular movement during parking and also with pedestrian movement. Areas used for cart storage shall not be counted towards the minimum number of parking spaces for the site.

(e)

Commercial vehicles (as defined by California Vehicle Code § 260) exceeding a manufacturer's gross vehicle weight (commonly referred to as GVW) rating of 10,000 pounds and trailers (as defined by California Vehicle Code § 630) designed and/or used for commercial purposes shall not be parked or stored within any residential zone or on properties used for residential purposes, except while the operator of the subject vehicle is making normal deliveries or providing services to the residential premises.

(f)

No commercial vehicle, trailer, or recreational vehicle shall be parked on any property zoned commercial, industrial, open space, or on any premises containing any commercial, industrial, public or semi-public use, except while the operator of the vehicle or trailer is patronizing or using the services of the commercial, industrial, public or semi-public use. The storing of any commercial vehicle, trailer, or recreational vehicle in any commercial or industrial, public or semi-public zone including but expressly not limited to any vacant lot, parking lot or parking space, is expressly prohibited, except in a lawfully approved and existing vehicle storage business.

(g)

No person shall park a vehicle upon a public or private street, parking lot, or any public or private property for the sole purpose of displaying such vehicle thereon for sale, hire, or rental, unless the property is duly zoned and licensed by the City to transact that type of business at that location, except that this section shall not prohibit persons from parking vehicles displayed for sale on private residential or commercial property belonging to and resided in or occupied by the registered owner of the vehicle. No more than one vehicle shall be displayed for sale in any six-month period.

(h)

All motor vehicles, trailers, vessels, campers, and camper shells must be parked or stored on a fully paved surface with a City approved entrance/exit approach to the street. This section shall not prohibit parking or storing of vehicles, trailers, vessels, campers, and camper shells in the rear yard behind a fence, wall, hedge, or other similar material so as to screen such parking from public view.

(i)

Parking of oversized vehicles is restricted in residential zoning districts as set forth in Chapter 17 of the Fontana Municipal Code.

(j)

Any person violating this section shall be subject to a civil penalty as follows:

(1)

A fine not exceeding $100.00 for a first violation.

(2)

A fine not exceeding $200.00 for a second violation within one year.

(3)

A fine not exceeding $500.00 for each additional violation within one year.

Sec. 30-685. - Specific uses.

(a)

Table No. 30-685.A indicates the number of on-site passenger vehicle parking spaces required for specified uses. Parking spaces required for multiple uses (commercial centers, office parks, or industrial condominiums) with reciprocal access shall be calculated as a whole as one use. If there is a discrepancy in the amount of parking provided the resolution shall comply with subsection C, herein.

(b)

Table No. 30-685.B indicates the number of on-site truck and trailer spaces required spaces required for specified uses.

(c)

The Planning Commission may reduce the number of parking spaces required for multiple uses on a lot subject to the following findings:

(1)

Adequate on-site parking will be provided for the proposed use.

(2)

A parking study has been prepared by a Traffic Engineer and found acceptable.

Table No. 30-685.A
Required Number of Passenger Car Parking Spaces
Residential UsesMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Single-Family Dwelling Two-car garage, for up to four-bedrooms
Three-car garage, for five and six bedrooms and one garage space for every two bedrooms over six bedrooms. Tandem spaces are permitted only to satisfy the third space and the spaces there after.
Accessory Dwelling Units See Section 30-467
Multiple-Family Apartments Dwelling, Condominium, or TownhouseMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Studio/One Bedroom One garage space with one-half open parking space is required for each unit
Two Bedroom Two garage spaces is required for each unit*
Three Bedrooms Two garage spaces and one-half open parking space is required for each unit*
* For multiple-family projects, up to 30 percent of the required garage requirement may be satisfied with tandem parking. Tandem parking shall be permitted only when the tandem spaces serve the same dwelling unit. Tandem parking spaces shall be no less than 38 feet in length. Tandem spaces may not be used for visitor parking.
Detached CondominiumMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Two or Three Bedrooms Two garage spaces and one-half open parking space required for each unit. The one-half open space may be located on the driveway or within the private drive aisles.
Four Bedrooms Two garage spaces and 0.7 open parking spaces are required for each unit, the 0.7 space may be located on the driveway or within the private drive aisles.
Senior HousingMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Studio/Efficiency One parking space is required for each unit
One Bedroom One parking space is required for each unit
Two or more Bedrooms One and one-quarter parking spaces are required for each unit
Other Parking RequirementsMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Mobile Home Park Two covered spaces are required for each mobile home site, and one RV parking stall for every five sites
Boardinghouse, Group Care One parking space is required for each sleeping room (or two beds), whichever is greater, in homes, fraternities, sororities and the like, and One parking space is required for each per two employees
Guest parkingMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Multiple-family dwelling including apartments, condominiums, and townhomes One parking space is required for each three units, with a minimum of three parking spaces provided
Detached Condominium One-half open parking space is required for each unit
Senior Housing One parking space is required for each eight units (0.125 per unit)
Mobile Home Parks One parking space is required for each three sites, with a minimum of three spaces provided
Retail SalesMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Retail Sales
(includes shopping centers) 		One parking space is required for each 175 square feet of gross floor area for the initial 5,000 square feet, and
One parking space is required for each 200 square feet of gross floor area for the next 5,000 square feet, and
One parking space is required for each 225 square feet of additional gross floor area greater than 10,000 square feet
Plant Nurseries (outdoor) One parking space is required for each 500 square feet of outdoor sales or display area, and
One parking space is required for each 2,500 square feet of growing area.
Wholesale Sales One parking space is required for each 400 square feet of gross floor area
Automobile/Motor Vehicle UsesMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Automobile or Recreational Vehicle Sales (new and used) One parking space is required for each 300 square feet of display or sales and service area, and
One parking space is required for each 2,500 square feet of out-door sales or display area, and
One parking space is required for each employee
Auction One parking space is required for each 250 square feet of sales area, and
One parking space is required for each 3,000 square feet of out-door sales or display area, and
One parking space is required for each employee
Automobile Repair One parking space is required for each 300 square feet of gross floor area, and
One parking per employee
Bus Depot One parking space is required for the facility, and
One parking space for each 500 square feet of passenger waiting area
Bus Terminal Three parking spaces are required for the facility, and one parking space for each 500 square feet of passenger waiting area
Car Wash, Attended, Non-Coin Operated One parking space is required for each employee, and
12 parking spaces are required for drying and cleaning (clearly marked).
If a detailing service is provided five (5) additional parking spaces are required
Car Wash, Non-Attended, Self-Service. Two parking spaces are required for each wash bay
Fueling Station with convenience store One parking space is required for each 225 square feet of gross convenience store area,
Truck repair One parking space is required for each 300 square feet of gross floor area, and one parking space for each employee
Truck Sales/Services (new and used) One parking space is required for each 250 square feet of sales area, and
One parking space is required for each 3,000 square feet of out-door sales or display area, and
One parking space is required for each employee
Service usesMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Beauty or Barber Shop, Shoe Repair, Cleaners, Laundromat, and similar services One parking space is required for each 225 square feet of gross floor area
Printing Services One parking space is required for each 400 square feet of gross floor area
Heating and Air Conditioning Services One parking space is required for each 400 square feet of gross floor area
Hotel or Motel One parking space is required for each guest room, and required spaces for restaurants, lounge, banquet or meeting rooms, and One space per employee on maximum shift
Self-Storage Facilities Five parking spaces are required for the office, two spaces for a caretaker unit, and one parking space is required for each 25 storage units that are not provided with direct vehicular access, these parking spaces shall be located near the entrance to the building
OfficeMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Banks, savings and loans, and similar institutions Financial Institution Government Offices One parking space is required for each 200 square feet of gross floor area
Medical or Dental Office One parking space is required for each 200 square feet of gross floor area
Professional or Unspecified Office One parking space is required for each 250 square feet of gross floor area
Restaurants and BarsMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Restaurant One parking space is required for each 100 square feet of gross floor area.
Outdoor seating shall be parked at One parking space for each 200 square feet of patio area provided that the patio area is less than 50% of the indoor dining area. If the outdoor seating exceeds 50% of the indoor seating area it shall be parked at One parking space per 100 feet of patio area.
Bar, Night Club, Lounge One parking space is required for each 75 square feet of gross floor area
Entertainment and RecreationMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Amusement Arcade One parking space is required for each 50 square feet of gross floor area
Amusement Park Special study required to be approved by the Planning Commission
Athletic Club or Gym One parking space per 250 square feet of gross floor area, one space per 50 square feet of exercise floor area, and three spaces per outdoor ball court
Bowling Alley Four spaces per lane, and additional spaces as required for restaurant and other accessory uses
Dancing, Nightclub, Skating Rink One parking space per 75 square feet gross floor area
Golf Course Four parking spaces are required for each hole, excluding clubhouse, restaurant, etc.
Golf Driving Range, Batting Cage and The Like One parking space is required for each tee, cage or similar, and one parking space is required for each employee at maximum shift
Park One parking space is required for each 4,000 square feet of total park area
Pool or Billiard Hall One parking space is required for each 175 square feet gross floor area
Swimming Pools One parking space is required for each 75 square feet of pool area
Theater One parking space is required for each three seats, and one parking space is required for each 250 square feet gross floor area of accessory uses
Industrial and ManufacturingMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Auto/Truck Dismantling, Scrap, Salvage and Recycling Operations One parking space is required for each 300 square feet gross floor area, and One parking space is required for each 6,000 square feet of gross yard area
Machine Shops One parking space is required for each 500 square feet gross floor area
Manufacturing Plants, Assembly Plants, and Other Similar Industrial Operations One parking space is required for each 500 square feet of gross floor area for the initial 40,000 square feet, one parking space is required for each 750 square feet of additional gross floor area greater than 40,000 square feet or one parking space is required for each employee on the maximum shift as determined by the Director of Community Development), and one parking space is required for each 250 square feet of gross floor area of office space. Where multiple tenants and or uses occupy the same building, the parking shall be calculated based upon the floor area used by each tenant or use
Service Yards, Contractor Storage Yard and The Like One parking space per 2,000 square feet of lot area
Warehouse/Distribution/Logistics One parking space is required for each 1,000 square feet of gross floor area for the initial 20,000 square feet,
One parking space is required for each 2,000 square feet of additional gross floor area for the next 20,000 square feet, and
One parking space is required for each 5,000 square feet of additional gross floor area over 40,000 square feet,
No additional parking spaces are required for the office area, if office area is less than ten percent of total building square footage.
Educational institutionsMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Elementary and Junior High School One parking space is required for each teaching and non-teaching employee on maximum shift, and at least five visitor parking spaces, and One parking space is required for each five fixed seats in an auditorium, gymnasium or similar place of public assembly
High School One parking space is required for each teaching and non-teaching position on maximum shift, one parking space is required for each four students on maximum enrollment, and not fewer than 10 visitor parking spaces
Universities and Colleges One parking space is required for each teaching and non-teaching position on maximum shift, one parking space per three students on maximum enrollment, and not fewer than 30 visitor spaces
Trade, Professional, Vocational, Art, Dance School One parking space is required for each teaching and non-teaching position on maximum shift, and one parking space per two students on maximum enrollment
Nursery Schools, Preschools, Day Care Centers One parking space is required for each employee on the maximum shift, and One parking space per ten children
Public AssemblyMinimum Number of Spaces Required
Assembly Hall, Church, Temple or Synagogue, Other Public Assembly Area with Fixed Seats One parking space is required for each three seats
Assembly Hall, Church, Temple or Synagogue, Other Public Assembly Area Without Fixed Seats One parking space is required for each 40 square feet of floor area in the principal assembly area and/or overflow area
Museums, Art Galleries, Private Libraries One parking space is required for each 400 square feet gross floor area
Hospitals with Medical Offices on-site One parking space is required for each 2.5 patient beds; one parking space is required for each two employees on the maximum shift for the hospital building(s); and one parking space is required for each 200 square feet of floor area within the medical office building(s)
Hospitals One parking space is required for each 2.5 patient beds; one parking space is required for each staff doctor; and one parking space is required for each two employees on maximum shift
Nursing Homes and the Like One parking space is required for each five patient beds; one parking space is required for each staff doctor; and one parking space is required for each employee on maximum shift

 

Table 30-685.B
Required Number of Truck and Trailer Parking Spaces
UseMinimum Number of Truck and Trailer Spaces Required
Distribution/Logistics One parking space is required for each 5,000 square feet gross floor area

 

(Ord. No. 1823, § 8(Exh. A), 2-25-20; Ord. No. 1828, § 8(Exh. A), 5-12-20)

Sec. 30-686. - Fractional numbers.

In calculating the number of required parking spaces, fractional numbers shall be rounded up to the next whole number.

Sec. 30-687. - Uses not specified.

For uses not specified in Table 30-685.A, the Director of Community Development shall determine the number of spaces required based on the most similar use outlined in Table 30-685.A. The determination may be appealed to the City Council or by any aggrieved party.

Sec. 30-688. - Garage or carport required.

(a)

Single-family dwellings. The minimum number of required parking spaces for single-family dwellings shall be provided in a completely enclosed garage. For the purpose of this section, a condominium or townhome shall be considered a single-family dwelling.

(1)

A three-car garage may be required for dwellings at the end of a cul-de-sac where there is a shortage of curb space unless the following is provided.

(2)

There shall be at least 20 feet of full height curb maintained along the curb in-between curb cuts.

(b)

Carports. Carports, if provided, shall be architecturally compatible with the main building(s). Carports shall be located in such a way as to provide the maximum amount of natural surveillance from surrounding dwelling units.

Sec. 30-689. - Joint use parking.

The approval body shall have the authority to grant the joint use of parking facilities for two or more uses. Joint use of parking facilities may only occur when the parties sharing the parking facility provide a signed affidavit which demonstrates that:

(1)

The hours of parking demand for the uses do not overlap.

(2)

The parking facility provides a total number of spaces sufficient to meeting the peak parking demand of any combination of simultaneous uses, as determined by the Traffic Engineer.

(3)

Parking study may be required.

Sec. 30-690. - Location of parking areas.

(a)

All on-site parking required by this article for residential uses shall be located on the same lot as the use of the parking facility is designed to serve.

(b)

All on-site parking required by this article for non-residential uses shall be located within 400 feet of the use or uses it is intended to serve. Appropriate legal instruments shall be required to ensure the continued availability of this parking.

Sec. 30-691. - Ingress/egress.

(a)

All parking lots shall be accessible from a street or alley.

(b)

Access for individual parking spaces shall be designed so that vehicles are not required to back out onto a public street or alley except parking for single-family dwellings, townhomes, and duplexes.

(c)

Parking aisles shall be designed so that vehicles are not required to enter a public street in order to drive from one aisle to another.

(d)

All collector streets or above classification shall have hammerheads where driveways may be permitted.

Sec. 30-692. - Parking lot configuration.

Driveways and aisle widths. Table No. 30-692 outlines the minimum required driveway or aisle width for parking facilities.

Table No. 30-692
[Required Driveway or Aisle Width for Parking Facilities]
Land Use or Type of AccessFeet
1. Single-Family Dwelling or Duplex* 16
2. Detached garage located in rear yard for single-family dwelling with hammer-head or other turn around 12
3. Detached garage located in rear yard for single-family dwelling without hammer-head or other turn around 16
4. One-way driveway and access aisle 20
5. Two-way driveway and access aisle 26
6. Two-way driveway and access aisle for buildings 3 stories and above 30
7. Two-way truck access for commercial sites** 30
8. Two-way truck access for industrial sites** (drive aisles width may be reduced to 30 ft beyond the minimum required landscaping setback) 40

 

* Driveway access to residences which are over 150 feet in length shall provide a minimum 20-foot-wide drive aisle to accommodate emergency vehicles.

** Upon review of a project site plan by staff, wider driveways may be recommended to the approval body in the entitlement review for shopping centers, office complexes, and other high traffic generators.

Sec. 30-693. - Parking stall dimensions.

Parking stalls shall have the minimum dimensions as set forth in Table No. 30-693.

Table No. 30-693
Parking Stall Dimensions
Type of StallMinimum Size (feet)Proportion
Standard
 Open Parking 9 × 19 No restrictions
 Garage or
 carport 		10 × 20 Interior dimension
 Parallel
 parking 		8 × 22 No more than 10% of the total required parking
Handicapped As required by California Code of Regulations, Title 24
Truck and Trailer 12 x 70
Angled Parking
Angle
in Degrees		Stall
Width		Stall
Depth
30 9 17
45 9 20
60 9 21
90 9 19

 

Note: Compact parking stalls shall not be permitted.

Sec. 30-694. - Curb cuts.

The number, location, and width of curb cuts shall be approved by Traffic Engineer.

Sec. 30-695. - Drainage.

All parking areas shall be provided with adequate drainage facilities. The drainage facilities shall be designed to prevent the free flow of surface run-off onto adjacent properties and to prevent the creation of ponding or standing water within the parking area.

Sec. 30-696. - Landscaping.

The landscaping provisions of Article X shall apply to parking areas.

Sec. 30-697. - Lighting.

The minimum standard of one foot candle is required for all entrances, exits, pedestrian paths, parking lots, and activity areas. All areas shall be illuminated during hours of darkness and all luminaries utilized shall be vandal-resistant fixtures. The type of lighting shall be fluorescent, white L.E.D.s or metal halide. A photometric layout may be required to ensure the minimum light standard is met, per Police Department security code requirements.

All lights shall be directed and shielded to prevent light or glare from spilling over onto and adversely affecting adjacent properties. Light standards shall have a design compatible with the architectural style of related buildings.

Sec. 30-698. - Markings.

The following parking lot striping and signage shall be provided with all signs and markings being official traffic control devices in accordance with adopted City standards and the California Vehicle Code (CVC).

(1)

All parking stalls shall be clearly marked by double striping pavement painting. Parking stall sizes shall be measured from the mid-point between the striping. No parking spaces shall be designated in a commercial/retail parking facility, except for disabled persons parking, van pool, car pool, or any other designated parking as required by law.

(2)

Entrances, exits, and aisles shall be clearly marked with arrows painted on the parking lot surface and/or with appropriate signage.

Sec. 30-699. - Paving.

All parking lot and loading areas shall be paved with a minimum of three inches of asphalt concrete over 90 percent compacted native soil or aggregate base as recommended in a design soils report as approved by the building official. An alternative Portland cement concrete design may be submitted for a review and approval.

Sec. 30-700. - Screening.

Open parking lots shall be screened as follows:

(1)

Adjacent to a residential zone. Wherever a parking lot abuts a property line of a residential zone, the parking lot shall be screened by a solid masonry wall not less than eight feet in height. If the parking lot abuts or adjoins the front property line of a residential zone, the wall shall be reduced in height to three foot.

(2)

Adjoining a public street. Wherever a parking lot adjoins a public street, screening shall be provided and shall consist of the following:

a.

A low-profile wall or earthen berm not more than three and one-half feet in height, and

b.

Landscaping that shall not exceed three and one-half feet in height.

(3)

Wall design. All screen walls shall be attractively designed with pilasters, caps, and a painted or plastered finish, as determined through the design review process. The colors and style of the wall shall be compatible with related on-site buildings and shall require minimal maintenance.

Sec. 30-701. - Parking structures.

The following standards shall apply to parking structures:

(1)

Landscaping. In addition to the requirements of Article X, an attractive landscaped strip ten-foot wide shall be provided along any structure face which adjoins a public or private street and within any required setback area. One tree shall be provided for each 15 feet of linear footage of structure.

(2)

Alternatives. The Planning Commission shall have the authority to review and approve alternatives to the required landscaping requirements listed in Article X. Such alternatives shall include good architectural designs of parking structures in lieu of the required landscaping.

Sec. 30-702. - Recreational vehicle parking.

In apartments, townhouses, and condominium developments, clustered parking for recreational vehicles may be provided subject to the following:

(1)

The recreational vehicle parking area shall not be visible from a public street or alley;

(2)

The parking spaces shall be used only by residents of the residential development; and

(3)

Parking spaces shall be a minimum of 12 feet by 36 feet.

Sec. 30-703. - Direct access.

Entrances to adjacent building structures shall be readily accessible from any parking facility developed for that building structure.

Sec. 30-704. - Number of loading spaces required.

Table No. 30-704 indicates the number and type of on-site loading spaces required for specific uses.

Table No. 30-704
Required Number of Loading Spaces
Use SpaceRequired
Loading Spaces		Type of
Loading Space
Automobile or Vehicle Sales and Service One space Tractor Trailer
Automobile or Vehicle Parts and Service One space Truck
Entertainment and Recreation From 0 to 29,999 square feet, one space Truck
From 30,000 to 99,999 square feet, two spaces Truck
Over 100,000 square feet, three spaces Truck
Hospital, Nursing Home From 10,000 to 50,000 square feet, one space Van
Over 50,000 square feet, one space Truck
Hotels and Motels From 10,000 to 50,000 square feet, one space Van
Over 50,000 square feet, one space Truck
Manufacturing, Warehousing, and Industrial Uses From 5,000 to 30,000 square feet, one space; and Truck
One additional space for each additional 30,000 square feet (1) Tractor Trailer
Medical or Dental Office, Clinic or Laboratory One space Van
Professional Office From 5,000 to 50,000 square feet, one space Van
Over 50,000 square feet, one space Truck
Public Buildings, Schools, Colleges, Theaters, and Similar Public Assembly Uses One space Van
Retail and Service Commercial Use Up to 10,000 square feet, one space Truck
10,001 to 30,000 square feet, one space Tractor Trailer
30,001 to 90,000 square feet, two spaces Tractor Trailer
Over 90,000 square feet, two spaces and one additional space for each additional 50,000 square feet over the initial 90,000 square feet Tractor Trailer
Drive-Thru Restaurants One space Tractor Trailer
Fueling Stations One loading space is required for fueling. Tractor Trailer
Warehouse Distribution/Logistics One loading space is required for buildings with floor area between 5,000 and 30,000 square foot, and

One loading space is required for each 30,000 square foot of gross floor area over 30,000 square feet 		Tractor Trailer

 

Notes:

(1)

Loading area is to be located as close as possible to loading doors.

(2)

Variations in the size, number and/or location of required loading spaces may be reviewed and approved in writing by the Director of Community Development on a case-by-case basis following the submission of supporting traffic, parking or loading information, study or analysis.

(3)

In the event that it is feasible, upon approval of the Director of Community Development, one loading space may be used between two occupants of a commercial center with a joint use agreement.

(Ord. No. 1830, § 8(Exh. A), 6-9-20)

Sec. 30-704a. - Trailer parking.

Logistics, Distribution Facilities (High Cube) and Warehousing Facilities Trailer Parking:

1 trailer space 12 feet x 52 feet for every four bay doors for buildings 199,999 square feet and smaller (round up to nearest whole number).

1 oversized trailer space (12 feet x 52 feet)/5,000 sq. ft. GFA* for buildings 200,000 square feet and larger for the entire building square footage;

Parallel parking for trailers (12 x 80 feet) may be utilized as required trailer parking for up to 25 percent of required spaces when demonstrated as usable trailer parking.

The area in front of the bay doors and knock out doors shall not be utilized as required trailer parking.

*Truck docks and knock out doors shall not be included in this calculation. 		Trailer

 

(Ord. No. 1830, § 8(Exh. A), 6-9-20)

Sec. 30-705. - Multiple uses on a lot.

If individual uses on the same site or lot have a floor area less than that for which loading spaces would be required, then the total gross floor area of all uses on the site or lot shall be used in determining the required number of loading spaces.

Sec. 30-706. - Size of loading spaces.

Loading spaces required by Table No. 30-706 shall have the minimum dimensions. Uses not otherwise listed shall be parked for loading at the discretion of the Director of Community Development.

Table No. 30-706
Minimum Loading Space Dimensions
Type of Loading SpaceWidthLengthOverhead
Clearance
Van 12-foot 19-foot 10-foot
Truck 12-foot 45-foot 14-foot
Tractor trailer 12-foot 70-foot 14-foot

 

Sec. 30-707. - Access.

Each on-site loading space shall be accessible from a street. Entry and exit drives shall be located so as to minimize adverse impacts on surrounding land uses, vehicular, and pedestrian movements. There shall be no backing into or from the public right-of-way.

Sec. 30-708. - Lighting of loading space.

Exterior lighting shall be directed and shielded so as to illuminate only the loading area and to avoid glare impacts on adjacent properties.

Sec. 30-709. - Location.

Truck loading areas may not be located:

(1)

In any public street.

(2)

In any sidewalk or public parkway.

(3)

In any front yard without proper screening.

(4)

In the required street side yard of a corner lot.

(5)

In the required rear yard of a through lot.

(6)

Within any required parking or interior circulation drive, or aisle or drive approach.

Sec. 30-710. - Safety features.

Pavement markings and other official traffic control devices for vehicles shall be provided to ensure safe and efficient operation of all on-site loading facilities.

Sec. 30-711. - Screening.

All loading areas shall be separated from adjoining residential properties and public right-of-way by a building or masonry wall not less than eight feet in height. Other types of screening such as landscaping and berming may be required upon project review.

Sec. 30-712. - Turning radius.

All loading areas shall be located to provide adequate turning radius. Adequate turning radius means one which allows a vehicle to maneuver safely without backing into a street or without backing into the loading space from a street.

Sec. 30-713. - Motorcycle parking.

Employers are encouraged to provide motorcycle parking facilities. Motorcycle parking facilities should be placed on paved surfaces that are well lit and protected from potential damage by other vehicle traffic. The paved surface shall be concrete to prevent motorcycle kickstands from damaging the pavement and clearly identified for motorcycle usage.

Sec. 30-714. - Bicycle parking.

(a)

All employers shall provide bicycle parking. There shall be no bike parking on sidewalks unless additional area is provided which does not conflict with pedestrian access and entryways. Bicycle parking and facilities shall be located in an area on the site convenient to destination entrances for employees as well as for patrons. Bicycle parking facilities shall be located in highly visible areas to minimize theft and vandalism and shall not interfere with pedestrian traffic. Employers with 100 or more employees shall provide shower and locker facilities to encourage non-motorized travel such as bicycling and walking.

(b)

Bicycle parking facilities (racks or locks) shall be of a size and design which will accommodate the minimum number of required bicycles. The approval body may increase the minimum number of required bicycle spaces subject to or as mandated by regional or local transportation control measures.

Table 30-714
Bicycle Parking Requirements
UseNumber of Spaces Required
1. Regional Shopping Center Five bicycle spaces are required for each mall entrance
2. Retail Commercial Uses
 for buildings up to 5,000 square feet Two bicycle spaces are required
 for buildings between 5,001 square feet and 15,000 square feet Four bicycle spaces are required
 for buildings between 15,001 square feet to 50,000 square feet One bicycle space is required for each 5,000 square feet
 for buildings above 50,000 square feet One bicycle space is required for each 33 automobile parking spaces
3. Restaurants
 Fast/Quick Food, Pizza Parlor Four bicycle spaces are required
 Dinner House, Coffee Shop Two bicycle spaces are required
4. Commercial Recreation
 Bowling Alleys, Miniature Golf, Skating Rinks, Movie Theaters, Health Clubs, and Similar Activities One bicycle space is required for each 33 automobile parking spaces
5. Community Facilities
 Swim clubs, racquet and tennis clubs, community centers, and similar uses One bicycle space is required for each 25 automobile parking spaces
 Libraries One bicycle space is required for each 20 automobile parking spaces
 Government offices One bicycle space is required for each 50 employees
6. Office Developments
 for buildings up to 50,000 square feet Two bicycle spaces are required
 for buildings between 50,001 square feet and 100,000 square feet Three bicycle spaces are required
 for buildings above 100,000 square feet Five bicycle spaces are required
7. Financial Institutions Two bicycle spaces are required
8. Hospitals Five bicycle spaces are required
9. Medical, Dental Offices Two bicycle spaces are required
10. Churches Four bicycle spaces are required
11. Warehouse/Logistics/Distribution One bicycle space is required for each 30,000 square feet of gross floor area