The Dalles City Zoning Code
CHAPTER 10
7 PARKING STANDARDS
§ 10.7.010.010 Purpose.
A.
This Chapter describes off-street parking and loading standards and requirements. Off-street parking and loading shall be provided for all development requiring a building permit, except as exempted in this and other sections of this Title. No structures or buildings shall be occupied or used in any manner until all required parking areas are completed per approved plans, and ready for use as certified by the Director.
B.
Off-street parking and loading areas shall be satisfactorily maintained, per the requirements of this Chapter and other City ordinances, by the owner of the property for each building, structure, or use which is established, constructed, or altered.
C.
Vehicle access and circulation related to off-street parking and loading areas shall encourage smooth traffic flow with minimum hazards to pedestrian, bicycle, and other traffic. Access to, and through parking and loading areas for bicycles and pedestrians shall be by safe, direct, and convenient routes. Accommodations for safe intersections of bicycle and/or pedestrian routes with vehicle routes shall be provided. Safe and convenient vehicle routes for service vehicles and fire, life safety and other emergency vehicles shall also be provided.
D.
This Chapter sets minimum and maximum off-street parking requirements. Nothing in this Title requires more than the minimum required off-street parking so long as no public safety hazards are created.
§ 10.7.020.010 Applicability.
The provisions in this Chapter apply to all permit and development applications, including, but not limited to, new development and/or additions or modifications to existing development which increases the building(s) combined total footprint area by more than 20%.
§ 10.7.020.020 Vehicle Parking Plan Requirements.
A vehicle parking plan, drawn to a scale of 1 inch equals 50 feet (1:50) unless otherwise approved by the Director, shall accompany all development permit applications, except those for one- and two-family structures (which are subject to the appropriate requirements of Article 6.060: Driveway and Entrance Standards), and those applications which will not increase or decrease the off-street parking requirement, not change the parking area configuration, nor increase the total building footprint(s) by 10% or less. The plan shall show those elements necessary to indicate that the requirements of this Title are being met. The plan shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
A.
A delineation, including dimensions, of all individual parking spaces, planting bays, walkways and islands.
B.
Safe, logical and consistent site circulation routes, including delineation of all structures and any obstacles to circulation on the site. (All circulation systems shall be designed to avoid conflicts between bicycles, pedestrians, and vehicles.)
C.
Access.
D.
Curb and curb cuts.
E.
Location and type of screening materials where required.
F.
Location and type of landscaping and parking lot trees where required.
G.
Information on abutting land uses, including location of curb cuts, existing cross access, structures and uses, and travel demand where appropriate.
H.
Grading, drainage, surface and retaining wall details.
I.
Location, type, and height of lighting fixtures.
J.
Location and details of signs, pavement markings, and bumper guards which protect sidewalks, walkways, and property lines.
K.
Accessible walkways and type and location of ramps, driveways, and other accessway crossings, including connections to buildings and sidewalks.
L.
Bicycle parking areas.
M.
Location of wheel stops where included.
N.
Location of area specified for the deposit of plowed snow.
O.
Location of, and circulation route to garbage disposal area.
P.
Location, dimensions, and surfacing of passenger and delivery loading areas.
§ 10.7.020.030 Location and Use of Motor Vehicle Parking.
A.
Location. All vehicle parking spaces shall be on the same lot as the main structure they serve or on an abutting lot. However, if the applicant demonstrates that parking on the same lot is not available, the approving authority may authorize the parking spaces to be on any lot within 1,000 feet walking distance from the use being served, upon written findings of compliance with the following provisions:
1.
There is a safe, direct, and lighted pedestrian route between the vehicle parking area and the use being served.
2.
There is an assurance in the form of a City Attorney approved deed, lease, contract or similar document that the required spaces will continue to be available for off-street parking use according to the required standards.
3.
Loading areas and delivery vehicle maneuvering areas shall be located only on or abutting the property served.
4.
Land devoted to off-site vehicle parking facilities is calculated as part of the total land area of the development proposal when determining minimum and maximum land use intensities and the number of dwelling units allowed.
B.
Use. Required vehicle parking shall be available for the parking of operable automobiles and bicycles of residents, customers and employees and shall not be used for storage and/or sale of vehicles, materials, or for the parking of trucks or other equipment used in conducting the business or use. A required loading space shall not be used for any other purpose than immediate loading or unloading of goods or passengers, as appropriate.
§ 10.7.020.040 Allowed Motor Vehicle Parking Reductions, Waivers, and Exemptions.
A.
Right of Development. A reduction of up to 10% of the minimum off-street vehicle parking requirements established in Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements is allowed as a right of development for all nonresidential uses.
B.
Reductions for Bicycle Parking. Off-street motor vehicle parking requirements for nonresidential uses established in Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements may be reduced by 10% in addition to the reductions allowed in subsection A above, if replaced by bicycle parking over the amount required in Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements, at the rate of 1 bicycle space for 1 vehicle space.
C.
Reductions for Existing Uses. Property owners of existing nonresidential development may take advantage of incentives to reduce vehicle parking below the minimum off-street vehicular parking standards established in Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements as provided below:
2.
Where pre-existing development is unable to accommodate off-street parking that is required by a proposed use change and/or an addition or modification to existing building(s), the applicant may request a conditional use approval for a parking reduction providing each of the following conditions is met. The conditional use permit shall be processed per the provisions of Article 3.050: Conditional Use Permits.
3.
Even when no expansion or redevelopment of the site is proposed, the property owner may replace up to 10% of existing parking spaces with the following:
a.
Additional landscaping equal to the square footage of the parking space reduction.
b.
On-site, publicly accessible pedestrian plazas, seating areas, shelters and/or walkways (in addition to required walkways).
d.
Bus shelters and other pedestrian and transit amenities located adjacent to streets with existing or planned transit routes.
D.
Off-Street Parking Waiver. Minimum off-street parking spaces required by Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements may be waived for the following:
1.
The property is located within the boundaries of a legally adopted parking assessment district that provides district-wide parking facilities.
2.
The property is located within Sub-district CBC-2 in the Central Business Commercial district, as defined in Section 10.5.050.020: Sub-Districts.
E.
Non-Surface Lot Exemption. Motor vehicle parking located within, above, or beneath the building(s) it serves, or within a parking structure, is not counted toward the maximum parking limit, per Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements, for the use served.
F.
Parking Management Plan. The off-street parking requirements in Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements may be reduced or added to based on an approved parking management plan submitted by the applicant which adequately demonstrates that the plan will meet the parking needs of the proposed project without negative impact to adjacent uses. The approving authority shall approve, approve with conditions, or deny the parking management plan. The parking management plan must include the following and be prepared by a licensed professional engineer:
§ 10.7.020.050 Modifications or Expansions of Existing Uses.
Except as specified in Section 10.7.020.040(C)(2) of this Article, where off-street parking is required by this Title, no use of land, building or structure shall be modified or enlarged without inclusion of the required motor vehicle parking and bicycle spaces for the expansion, per Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements, and all applicable requirements for off-street loading, per Section 10.7.030.060: Passenger Drop-Off and Loading Zones. All new parking spaces shall conform to the standards and provisions of this Chapter, and the requirements of the Oregon Americans with Disabilities Act.
§ 10.7.020.060 Shared Parking.
Two or more freestanding uses on the same, adjacent or nearby sites may satisfy the motor vehicle parking requirements of Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements by the use of a shared parking facility. Applicants taking advantage of this provision are not eligible for the parking reductions per subsections 10.7.020.040(A), (B) and (C) of this Article. Shared parking is an option to the extent that the owners or operators proposing the shared parking can demonstrate the following:
A.
Facility Size. The size of the proposed shared parking area shall be at least as large as the number of vehicle parking spaces required by the larger(est) use per Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements.
B.
Space Requirements. There are enough parking spaces to satisfy the minimum requirements, per Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements, of all uses proposing to share the facility, or the owners or operators can show that the demand for parking in the shared facility does not materially overlap (uses primarily of a nighttime versus daytime, or weekday versus weekend nature).
C.
Written Instrument. A right of shared use shall be evidenced by a City Attorney approved deed, lease, contract, or similar written instrument upholding the right of shared parking.
§ 10.7.020.070 Parking In Mixed Use Development.
The requirements for motor vehicle parking for mixed use development may be determined using the formula method or the parking management plan method.
A.
Formula Method. Mixed use development projects using this formula are not eligible for further parking reductions per Section 10.7.020.040(A) of this Article, but may take advantage of reductions per subsections 10.7.020.040(B) and (C) of this Article. For the purposes of this Article, "mixed use" development can include any mix of residential, office, commercial, or light industrial use types:
1.
Primary Use. The primary use (largest portion of total floor area within the development) at 100% of the minimum vehicle parking required for that use per Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements.
B.
Parking Management Plan Method. A parking demand management plan may be submitted in accordance with Section 10.7.020.040(F) of this Article.
§ 10.7.020.080 Required Carpool/Vanpool Parking.
Commercial and industrial uses, government offices and facilities, educational institutions, hospitals and clinics, retirement homes, and nursing homes, all with more than 40 employees on any single shift (at the same location), and public and private educational facilities with more than 40 enrolled students above the age of 16 shall designate at least 10%, but no fewer than 2, of the long-term (4 hours or more) employee or student vehicle parking spaces for carpool/vanpool parking. These designated spaces shall be closer to the building entrances than other long-term employee or student parking except for disabled accessible parking. These spaces shall be clearly marked "Reserved - Carpool/Vanpool Only" and include hours of use, per the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
§ 10.7.020.090 Fleet Motor Vehicle Parking.
Vehicle parking spaces required per Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements may not be used for storage of fleet vehicles, except when a use can show that employee and fleet parking spaces are used interchangeably. For the purposes of this Title, space devoted to the parking of fleet vehicles shall be considered as outdoor storage, and will not affect required or maximum parking requirements.
§ 10.7.020.100 Stormwater Pretreatment.
All parking areas which are designed to accommodate 25 or more vehicles, or to contain 2 or more levels, or have a minimum of 10,000 square feet of paved surface, shall be required to install an oil/water separator to treat stormwater capture before discharging to the stormwater system. The design and maintenance agreement for the oil/water separator must be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer prior to any building permits being issued. The maintenance agreement for the oil/water separator must be on file with the Public Works Department of the City of The Dalles. The property owner is required to submit annual maintenance reports to the City. (Note: Chapters 4.08 and 4.12 of this Code.)
§ 10.7.030.010 Purpose.
This Article describes the minimum design standards required for all at-grade surface vehicle parking areas. One- and two-family dwellings are exempt from these requirements.
§ 10.7.030.020 Location, Surfacing, Striping and Curb Cuts.
A.
Location. No vehicle parking spaces shall occupy any of the required setbacks unless the parking area is the only developed use of a legal lot of record and provided that all the other screening and landscaping requirements of this Title have been met. This requirement may be waived for the rear setback where alley access serves the subject property, provided the entire block length of the alley right-of-way is free and clear of any obstructions and adequately surfaced with an all weather material such as gravel, concrete, or asphalt. Parked vehicles shall not overhang property lines or walkways unless otherwise approved by the Director.
B.
Surfacing. On site areas used for the parking and maneuvering of vehicles shall be surfaced with material approved by the City Engineer.
C.
Striping. All parking spaces shall be striped.
§ 10.7.030.030 Internal Circulation.
A.
General. Internal circulation shall be designed to facilitate movement of vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians in a safe and efficient manner, with a minimum of impervious surface coverage.
B.
Emergency Vehicles. Safe and convenient vehicular access shall be provided for service and emergency vehicles.
C.
Pedestrian Walkways. Safe, efficient, and conveniently located pedestrian walkways shall be provided.
D.
Integration and Separation. Integration and/or separation of vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian circulation systems shall be appropriate to the type and size of the development and anticipated traffic flows. Accessible connections to the adjacent public sidewalk(s) shall be provided in all cases where such sidewalk exists or is required as a condition of development.
§ 10.7.030.040 Landscaping Requirements.
A.
General Provisions.
1.
Motor vehicle parking lots, loading, and maneuvering areas shall be landscaped by medium and large canopied deciduous trees, mid-sized shrubs, and groundcovers to reduce the visual impact of glare, headlights, and parking lot lights from the public right-of-way and adjoining properties. The intent of a landscaped parking lot is also to break-up and screen the areas of impervious surfaces, reduce the level of carbon dioxide in areas of heavy vehicle use, return pure oxygen to the atmosphere, provide shade as a means of altering the microclimate, and generally improve the environmental and aesthetic qualities of the parking areas.
2.
Efforts shall be made through the design and layout of parking area(s) to save as many existing trees on site as possible.
3.
All required landscaped areas shall be irrigated with a permanent irrigation system.
4.
The property owner is responsible for the establishment and continued maintenance of parking lot landscaping in accordance with the requirements of this Article.
5.
The minimum planting size for trees shall be 2.5 inches caliper at 5 feet above grade per the requirements of Section 10.6.070.100: Measuring Tree Diameter.
6.
Tree species shall be chosen from the recommended tree list provided by the Director; however trees must be deciduous and capable of reaching 30 feet in height and spread at maturity.
7.
A minimum of 60% of all landscaped areas, including required planting strips and planting islands, shall be covered with trees, shrubs, and ground cover. The remaining 40% may be dry landscaped with approved materials.
8.
Shrubs shall be at least 24 inches high at maturity and a minimum of one-gallon size at the time of planting.
B.
Landscaping/Screening Along a Public Right-of-Way. All surface vehicle parking lots larger than 6 spaces, and all maneuvering and loading areas shall provide a minimum 5-foot wide screen buffer between the parking, maneuvering or loading areas and a public right-of-way (except alleys and accessways). The screen buffer shall also be required along interior lot lines in residential neighborhoods. Where the curb or the edge of these areas is used as the tire stop for parking, the screen buffer area shall be a minimum of 7.5 feet wide. The screen buffer area shall be landscaped according to the following requirements:
1.
One of the following 2 types of buffering shall be provided (in addition to required street trees):
a.
Planting Strip. A planting strip in the required buffer between the right-of-way and parking area. The planting strip may be pierced by pedestrian and vehicle accessways. Planting strips shall be planted with trees meeting the specie and size criteria of paragraphs (A)(5) and (A)(6) of this section, and a low level evergreen hedge no more than 48 inches in height.
b.
Wall or Hedge. A decorative wall or evergreen hedge screen no more than 48 inches in height and established parallel to, and no nearer than 2 feet from, the right-of-way line. The area between the wall or hedge and the street/sidewalk line shall be landscaped. The wall or screening shall be designed to allow a free access to the site or sidewalk by pedestrians.
2.
Visual Breaks. Visual breaks, not more than 5 feet wide, shall be provided every 30 feet within evergreen hedges abutting public rights-of-way.
3.
Shrubs. Shrubs used for screening parking lot areas shall be planted in minimum 1 gallon container sizes, or larger, in order to achieve a desired height of 30 inches within 12 months.
C.
Interior Parking Lot Landscaping. In addition to buffer landscaping along the public right-of-way (excluding alleys and accessways) and along interior lot lines where required, all surface parking lots greater than 6 spaces shall include landscaping to cover not less than 10% of the interior of the parking area in accordance with the following:
1.
A planting bay shall be located at the end of each parking row and at intervals between parking rows. Planting bays shall be a minimum of 9 feet wide, to allow doors to open without damage, and a minimum of 180 square feet. Each bay shall be curbed, and planted with 1 approved tree having a clear trunk height of at least 9 feet when mature. Height of all plantings, other than trees, in planting bays is limited to 24 inches.
2.
All trees shall be selected from the recommended tree list provided by the Director.
3.
Trees shall not be placed within 10 feet of a public utility easement without prior approval of the City Engineer.
4.
Parking areas shall be separated by a 5-foot landscaped planting bed from all exterior walls that include no pedestrian entranceways or loading areas.
5.
Driveways, accessways, and access drives into vehicle parking lots from public and private streets shall be bordered (both sides) by a minimum 5-foot wide landscape planter strip with approved trees planted 20 to 30 feet on center and low shrubs.
6.
Trees shall be evenly distributed throughout the parking area according to the applicable requirements of this Article and the following table:
Zone District | Parking Lot Tree Requirement Ratio |
|---|---|
RL | No requirement |
RM, RH | 1 tree per 10 parking spaces |
CBC | 1 tree per 5 parking spaces |
CLI | 1 tree per 10 parking spaces |
CG, CR | 1 tree per 12 parking spaces |
I | 1 tree per 20 parking spaces after the first 10 spaces |
P/OS | 1 tree per 10 parking spaces |
D.
Alternate Landscaping Plan. Applicants may prepare an alternate landscaping plan for parking lots with 16 or fewer vehicle parking spaces located in the following zone districts:
CBC - Central Business Commercial
NC - Neighborhood Center Overlay
CFO - Community Facilities Overlay
RL - Low Density Residential
RH - High/Medium Density
RM - Medium Density Residential
The alternate landscaping plan and specifications shall meet the intent of the requirements in this Article and the intent of the subject zone district, and is subject to approval by the approving authority.
§ 10.7.030.050 Accessible Parking.
A.
General. Where required by the Oregon Americans with Disabilities Act, parking areas shall provide parking spaces and aisles which are accessible to the disabled. These accessible spaces shall be located closest to an accessible building entry. Whenever practical, the accessible route shall not cross lanes of vehicular traffic. Where the accessible route does cross vehicular traffic, the crossing area shall be distinguished from traffic lanes using at-grade distinctive paving materials or other appropriate surfaces which contrast visually with adjoining surfaces. The crossing area shall be maintained for safety, and shall meet the requirements of the Oregon Americans with Disabilities Act. Location of vehicle parking shall not obstruct curb ramps or other sloped areas. Accessible parking spaces shall be minimum 9 feet wide with a 6-foot wide access aisle per single space, or between each 2 spaces. A van accessible parking space shall be at least 9 feet wide and shall have an adjacent access aisle that is at least 8 feet wide. Accessible parking spaces shall be at least 9 feet wide and shall have an adjacent access aisle that is at least 6 feet wide. The access aisle shall be located on the passenger side of the parking space except that two adjacent accessible parking spaces may share a common access aisle. Accessible parking shall be provided according to the following ratio requirements:
Minimum Required Number of Total Parking Spaces | Number of Accessible Spaces |
|---|---|
1-25 | 1 |
26-50 | 2 |
51-75 | 3 |
76-100 | 4 |
101-150 | 5 |
151-200 | 6 |
201-300 | 7 |
301-400 | 8 |
401-500 | 9 |
501-999 | 2% of total spaces |
Over 1,000 | 20 spaces plus 1 for every 100 spaces over 1,000 |
B.
Van Accessible Parking. One in 8 accessible parking spaces, but no less than 1 space, must provide a van-accessible parking space. Van accessible parking spaces are 9 feet wide with an 8-foot wide aisle which can be shared between another 9-foot accessible space. Van accessible parking spaces shall have an additional van accessible sign mounted below the accessible parking sign. Van accessible spaces can be used by any authorized accessible vehicle.
C.
Marking. The accessible parking symbol shall be painted on the parking space and an accessible parking sign shall be placed in front of each space according to the Oregon Transportation Commission's Disabled Parking Standards.
D.
Medical Facilities.
1.
Medical care facilities shall provide a passenger drop-off and loading zone(s) per the provisions of Section 10.7.030.060 of this Article.
2.
Medical care facilities specializing in the treatment of persons with mobility impairments shall provide 20% of required parking spaces as accessible.
3.
For outpatient facilities, 10% of the parking spaces, but not less than 1 space shall be accessible.
§ 10.7.030.060 Passenger Drop-Off and Loading Zones.
Where provided, passenger drop-off and loading zones shall be located on an accessible route, shall not be less than 12 feet wide by 25 feet long, shall not have a slope exceeding 1 vertical foot for every 50 horizontal feet, shall have a vertical clearance of not less than 114 inches, and shall be designed and constructed according to the Oregon State Structural Specialty Code and the Oregon Americans With Disabilities Compliance Manual.
§ 10.7.030.070 Vehicle Loading and Unloading.
Commercial and industrial buildings with floor area greater than 5,000 square feet shall provide for adequate on site loading area(s). Where the loading area is located such that a delivery vehicle must back directly in, a maneuvering space of 55 feet with 16 feet vertical clearance shall be provided. The CBC - Central Business Commercial zone district is exempt from these vehicle loading/unloading provisions.
§ 10.7.030.080 Motorcycle Parking.
All multifamily dwelling developments shall provide areas sufficient to accommodate 1 motorcycle for every 10 parking spaces to park and store motorcycles and mopeds. These areas shall be clearly defined, and reserved for exclusive use by motorcycles and mopeds.
§ 10.7.030.090 Driveways, Aisles, Clearance, Drainage, and Cross Access.
A.
Driveways. Driveways shall not occupy a front yard or exterior side yard setback except to pass through the setback in order to connect parking spaces directly with the public right-of-way or as necessary for shared driveways and internal access between uses on abutting lots. Driveways are also subject to the requirements of Article 6.060: Driveway and Entrance Standards.
B.
Aisles. Vehicle parking spaces shall be provided with adequate aisles or turnaround areas so that all vehicles may enter the street in a forward manner.
D.
Drainage. Adequate drainage facilities shall be provided to dispose of the runoff generated by impervious surfaces of the parking area. (Roof drains shall connect directly to the storm system, and shall not flow onto parking surfaces.) Provisions shall be made for the on-site collection of drainage waters to eliminate sheet flow of such waters onto sidewalks, public rights-of-way, and abutting private property. Stormwater pretreatment shall be required per the provisions of Section 10.7.020.090: Stormwater Pretreatment.
E.
Joint and Cross Access. In order to eliminate the necessity of utilizing the public rights-of-way for cross movements, surface parking lots serving commercial uses which are open to the public shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of Section 10.6.050.030(D): Joint and Cross Access.
§ 10.7.030.100 Parking Clusters.
Vehicle parking areas shall be landscaped so as to create parking clusters of not more than 35 spaces. Auto parking clusters shall be separated by a minimum 5-foot wide landscaped area with parking lot trees planted 20 to 30 feet on center and low shrubs, or a walkway, or by buildings or building groups. Parking lot trees shall be chosen from a list provided by the Director.
§ 10.7.030.110 Refuse Collection.
Where refuse collection is provided in, or adjacent to a parking area the following shall be required:
A.
Screening. Refuse storage facilities shall be screened by a solid wall, fence, evergreen hedge, or a combination of these methods. Screening shall be designed to screen the refuse storage area from streets, accessways, and adjacent properties.
B.
Placement. All refuse collection containers shall be placed on concrete pads. Pads shall have a positive surface drainage.
§ 10.7.030.120 Outdoor Lighting.
A.
General. Parking areas shall be adequately lighted where necessary for public safety and security of property.
B.
Shielding and Arrangement. Lighting sources shall be shielded, and arranged so as not to produce glare in any public right-of-way, or otherwise constitute a nuisance on adjacent property.
C.
Maximum Illumination. Maximum illumination at the property line shall not exceed an average horizontal foot candle of 0.3 for non-cut-off light and 1.0 for cut-off lights.
§ 10.7.030.130 Stall and Aisle Dimensions.
A.
All surface parking lots shall be designed in accordance with City standards for stalls and aisles as set forth in Figure 7-1, Off-Street Parking Dimensions. A minimum of 70% of vehicle parking stalls shall be of standards size and a maximum of 30% of vehicle parking stalls shall be compact spaces. Compact spaces shall be designed in clusters and appropriately marked "compact."
B.
The following notes apply to Figure 7-1:
1.
For 1 row of stalls use "C" plus "D" as minimum module width.
2.
Public alley width may be included as part of dimension "D," but all stalls must be on private property, off the public right-of-way.
3.
Use 350 square feet per vehicle to estimate available parking area for stall, aisle, and access areas.
4.
The minimum stall width for high turnover self-parking is 9 feet. For supermarkets and similar facilities (shoppers with packages) the minimum stall width is 9.5 feet.
5.
The minimum aisle width for two-way traffic and for emergency vehicle operations is 24 feet. The minimum aisle width for one-way emergency vehicle access is 20 feet.
6.
Where a bumper overhang area is provided (e.g., increased pedestrian walkway width, curbed islands), "G" may be subtracted from "C" to determine stall depth.
Figure 7-1 OFF-STREET SURFACE PARKING DIMENSIONS Required Space and Aisle Dimensions in Feet  |
§ 10.7.040.010 Purpose.
A.
Bicycle parking is required in most land use districts and categories to encourage the use of bicycles by providing safe and convenient places to park. The required number of spaces is lower for uses that do not tend to attract bicycle riders and higher for those that do. Safe and accessible bicycle parking is intended to specifically encourage employee, student, and customer related bicycle use.
B.
The main purpose of these design standards is to ensure that bicycle parking is visible from the street, located conveniently for cyclists, and designed to provide sufficient security from theft and damage.
§ 10.7.040.020 Minimum Requirements.
A.
The required minimum number of bicycle parking spaces for each principal use is given in Article 7.060: Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements. Additional parking spaces may be required at common use areas.
B.
All development shall meet the minimum requirements for bicycle parking and design per the provisions of this Chapter.
§ 10.7.040.030 Bicycle Parking Location and Access.
A.
Location.
1.
Outdoor bicycle parking must be located within 50 feet of the primary building entrance(s).
2.
Bicycle parking may be located inside a building on a floor location which does not require stairs to access the space. Exceptions may be made for parking on upper stories within a multi-story residential building.
3.
Bicycle parking racks shall be located to avoid conflict with pedestrian movement and access walkways required by this Title and the State of Oregon Structural Specialty Code.
4.
Subject to the approval of the City Engineer, bicycle parking may be located in the public right-of-way when the parking does not conflict with pedestrian accessibility.
B.
Visibility. Outdoor bicycle parking shall be visible from on-site buildings and/or the street. When the bicycle parking area is not visible from the street, directional signs shall be used to locate bicycle parking areas. Directional signs shall be approved by the Director.
C.
Lighting. Required bicycle parking must have a minimum lighting level of 3 foot candles.
D.
Walkway. A pedestrian accessible walk must be provided between bicycle parking and the building entrance. The walk must be constructed of hard surfaced materials with a minimum width of 4 feet.
E.
Amenities. Bicycle parking areas are encouraged to include a bench.
§ 10.7.040.040 Bicycle Rack Types and Space Dimensions.
Bicycle parking facilities shall offer security in the form of either a lockable enclosure in which the bicycle can be stored or a stationary object (i.e., a "rack") upon which the bicycle can be locked. A list of standard bicycle racks, shelters and lockers is available from the Director. The list does not preclude other designs the Director may approve. Racks provided in required bicycle parking facilities shall ensure that bicycles may be securely locked to them without undue inconvenience in accordance with the following:
A.
Security.
1.
Bicycle racks must hold bicycles securely by means of the frame. The frame must be supported so that the bicycle cannot be pushed or fall to one side in a manner that will damage the wheels.
2.
Bicycle parking racks, shelters, and lockers must be securely anchored to the ground or to the structure.
B.
Accessibility. Each required bicycle parking space must be accessible without moving another bicycle.
C.
Parking Space Dimensions. Bicycle parking spaces shall be at least 2 ½ feet wide by 6 feet long and, when covered, provide a vertical clearance of 7 feet. An access aisle of at least 5 feet wide shall be provided and maintained beside or between each row of bicycle parking.
D.
Space Rental and Leasing. Bicycle parking spaces required by this Chapter may not be rented or leased except where required motor vehicle parking is rented or leased. At cost or deposit fees for bicycle parking are exempt from this requirement.
E.
Reserved Areas. Areas set aside for required bicycle parking must be clearly marked (signed) for bicycle parking only.
§ 10.7.040.050 Paving and Surfacing of Bicycle Parking Area.
Outdoor bicycle parking facilities shall be surfaced with a well drained, hard surface material at least 2 inches thick (i.e. pavers, asphalt, concrete or similar material) approved by the City Engineer.
§ 10.7.040.060 Exemptions.
§ 10.7.050.010 Review Process.
All parking structure applications shall be subject to the requirements of Article 3.030: Site Plan Review, and reviewed as Administrative Actions, per the provisions of Section 10.3.020.040: Administrative Actions.
§ 10.7.050.020 Ground Floor Use.
For all new multi-level parking structures, at least 50% of the total ground floor street frontage, excluding driveway entrances and exits, alleys, stairwells, elevators, and centralized payment booths, shall be designed to accommodate commercial, retail, office, or residential floor space.
§ 10.7.050.030 Ground Floor Windows.
Any ground floor wall facing a street shall contain windows, doors, or display areas equal to at least 20% of the ground floor wall area facing the street and excluding those portions of the face(s) devoted to driveway entrances and exits, stairwells, elevators, and centralized payment booths. Required windows shall have a minimum sill height between 2 and 4 feet above finished floor elevation.
§ 10.7.050.040 Development Standards.
Parking structures shall meet the development standards requirements for the zone district where located.
§ 10.7.050.050 Other Standards.
Parking structures must comply with all standards of the State of Oregon Structural Specialty Code in regard to structural design, ventilation, lighting, fire/safety requirements, and disabled accessibility.
§ 10.7.050.060 Layout and Internal Circulation.
Parking configuration shall meet the applicable design guidelines of the current edition of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Dimensions of Parking, the current edition of the Architectural Graphics Standards, or provide proof that a similar structure functions efficiently and safely using proposed modified dimensions, layout, and circulation.
§ 10.7.060.010 Minimum and Maximum Off-Street Parking Requirements.
Each of the use types described below are subject to the following minimum and maximum off-street parking requirements in accordance with the provisions of this Title and other City ordinances. Development which mixes more than one use type shall calculate the parking requirement based on the requirement for each of the uses. Reductions in parking requirements are allowed in Section 10.7.020.040, and further reductions may be requested through the adjustment process in Article 3.080 or through the conditional use procedure in Article 3.050. The Director shall determine similarity of use type for those uses not specifically listed:
Use Type | Auto Parking | Bicycle Parking | |
|---|---|---|---|
Minimum | Maximum | ||
RESIDENTIAL | |||
1 and 2 dwelling units | 2 spaces | None | None |
3 and 4 dwelling units and single-family attached/townhomes | 1 space per dwelling unit | None | |
5 or more dwelling units | 6 spaces, plus 1.5 spaces per dwelling unit in excess of 5 units | None | 1 space per dwelling unit |
In multifamily developments, the applicant may elect to apply a minimum parking requirement of 1 parking space for every 2 bedrooms, but not less than 1 parking space per dwelling unit. | |||
COMMERCIAL | |||
Arcades, bowling alleys, skating rinks, pool halls, sports clubs, and health spas | 4 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Bed & breakfasts and vacation rentals | 1 space/guest room after 2 rooms | 1.5 space/guest room | None |
Campgrounds (excluding RV camping) | 1 space/campsite | None | None |
Convenience markets | 2 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 4 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 1.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Court clubs (tennis, racquetball, basketball, etc.) | 1 space/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 1.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.25 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
General office/administrative | 2 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 3.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Grocery stores and supermarkets | 2.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 3.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.3 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Hotels and motels | 1 space/guest room | 1.5 space/guest room | None |
Medical and dental offices and clinics | 3 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.3 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Meeting rooms | 5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 7 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.75 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Mortuaries and cemeteries | 0.25 spaces/seat in assembly area, or 6 linear feet bench seating in largest area | 0.5 spaces/seat in assembly area, or 6 linear feet bench seating in largest area | 0.1 space/1,000 sq. ft. of floor area |
Open air building materials and nurseries, equipment rental, mini-storage | 0.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. site area | 0.75 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. site area | None |
Personal and business services | 3 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 4 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Recreational vehicle parks (auto vehicle parking; RV park buildings shall be calculated per use type) | 0.5 space/RV space | 1.5 spaces/RV space | None |
Restaurants (with drive-thru) | 5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 12 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 1 space/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Restaurants (without drive-thru)* | 7 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 16 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 1 space/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Retail trade | 3.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.3 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Retail—bulky merchandise | 2 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 2.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.2 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Service stations** | 3 spaces plus 2 spaces/service bay | 4 spaces plus 2.5 spaces/service bay | 2 spaces |
Theaters | 0.3 spaces/seat or 6 linear feet bench seating | 0.5 spaces/seat or 6 linear feet bench seating | 1 space/20 seats or 60 linear feet bench seating |
Truck, trailer, boat and auto rental or sales | 1 space/1,000 sq. ft. site area | 1.5 space/1,000 sq. ft. site area | 2 spaces |
Vehicle repair | 3 spaces/service bay | 5 spaces/service bay | 2 spaces |
COMMUNITY SERVICES | |||
Child care centers, preschools, and kindergartens | 2 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 3 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 1.5 spaces/classroom |
Colleges and commercial schools (excludes dorms, which are subject to residential facilities standards) | 2 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 3.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.3 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Senior housing: dwelling units designated as independent living units shall have one parking space per dwelling | 1 space/8 beds | None | 1/first 20 units, 1/40 units thereafter |
Elementary and middle schools | 1.5 spaces/classroom | 2 spaces/classroom | 5/classroom |
High schools | 0.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 1 space/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 3/classroom |
Hospitals and medical centers | 1 spaces/bed | 2 spaces/bed | 0.2 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Libraries, museums and cultural institutions | 2.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 4 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 1 space/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Marinas and boat moorage | 1 space/berth | None | 1 space/40 berths |
Residential facilities or homes | 1 space/4 beds | None | 1 space/6 beds |
Sanitariums and convalescent hospitals | 0.5 spaces/bed based on maximum capacity | 0.75 spaces/bed based on maximum capacity | 1 space/20 beds for first 100 beds, 1 space/40 beds thereafter |
Senior centers | 2 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 2.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.2 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Stadiums, arenas, auditoriums and churches | 0.3 spaces/seat or 6 linear feet bench seating | 0.5 spaces/seat or 6 linear feet bench seating | 1 space/40 seats or 100 linear feet bench seating |
Utilities | 0.75 spaces/each employee on largest shift | 1 spaces/each employee on largest shift | 0.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. of office floor area |
Welfare or correctional institutions | 0.3 spaces/bed based on maximum capacity | 0.3 spaces/bed based on maximum capacity | 1 space/20 beds |
INDUSTRIAL | |||
Industrial and commercial services | 0.75 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 1.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.1 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Laboratories, research and development facilities | 3 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 4 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.25 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Manufacturing, processing, packing, assembly, and fabrication | 0.75 spaces/each employee on largest shift | 2.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.1 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Office (relating to industrial uses) | 0.75 spaces/each employee on largest shift | 1.25 spaces/each employee on largest shift | 0.25 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. of floor area |
Warehouses, freight distribution, and storage | 0.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area up to 100,000 sq. ft., 0.3 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. thereafter | 1 space/1,000 sq. ft. up to 100,000 sq. ft. floor area, 0.3 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. thereafter | 0.1 space/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
Wholesale and retail sales | 0.5 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 1 space/1,000 sq. ft. floor area | 0.1 space/1,000 sq. ft. floor area |
* | Outdoor seating area shall count as floor area in determining the parking requirements for restaurants without drive-thru. |
** | Service stations with convenience markets shall meet the parking requirements for each use. |
(Ord. 19-1373; Ord. 21-1384; Ord. 24-1405)