There shall be provided in all districts at the time of erection or enlargement of any main building or structure, automobile off-street parking space with unobstructed access to all spaces. All off-street parking and loading areas shall be hard surfaced Parking on grass, stone, gravel or similar surfaces are prohibited. The number of off-street parking spaces, in conjunction with all land or building uses shall be provided prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, as hereinafter prescribed:

(1)

Off-street parking spaces may be located within a rear yard or within a side yard that is in excess of the minimum side yard setback unless otherwise provided in this chapter.

(2)

Off-street parking for other than residential use shall be either on the same lot or within 300 feet of the building it is intended to serve, measured from the nearest point of the building to the nearest point of the off-street parking lot. Ownership shall be shown of all lots or parcels intended for use as parking by the applicant.

(3)

Required residential off-street parking spaces shall consist of a parking strip, parking bay, or driveway, provided each such space does not constitute an access point to another parking space, garage, or combination thereof and shall be located on the premises they are intended to serve, and subject to the applicable provisions of Article XXIX, pertaining to accessory buildings.

(4)

Any area once designated as required off-street parking shall never be changed to any other use unless and until equal facilities are provided elsewhere.

(5)

Off-street parking existing at the effective date of adoption of this code in connection with the operation of an existing building or use shall not be reduced to an amount less than hereinafter required for a similar new building or new use.

(6)

Two or more buildings or uses may collectively provide the required off-street parking, in which case the required number of parking spaces shall not be less than the sum of the requirements for the several individual uses computed separately.

(7)

In the instance of dual function of off-street parking spaces where operating hours of buildings do not overlap, the Trenton Zoning Board of Appeals may grant an exception.

(8)

The storage of merchandise, motor vehicles for sale, trucks, or the repair of vehicles is prohibited.

(9)

For those uses not specifically mentioned, the requirements for off-street parking facilities shall be in accord with a use that the engineer and building department considers is similar in type.

(10)

When units or measurements determining the number of required parking spaces result in the requirement of a fractional space, any fraction up to and including one-half shall be disregarded and fractions over one-half shall require one parking space.

(11)

For the purpose of computing the number of parking spaces required, the definition of "Usable floor area" in Article II, Definitions, shall govern.

(12)

The requirements of subsection (13) of this section shall not apply to the erection, alteration, or extension of any building or structure within that area zoned CBD Central Business District.

(13)

General parking reduction. To request a waiver of reduction of up to 20 percent of the full parking requirements of this section, an applicant must submit evidence to demonstrate that the waiver or reduction does not result in any unnecessary hardship on surrounding properties, businesses, and residences, and meets all of the criteria listed in this section. A public hearing shall be held in accordance with Article XXX, of this chapter.

a.

The planning commission may approve such waiver or reduction upon finding that such waiver or reduction does not result in any unnecessary hardship on surrounding properties, businesses, and residences, and meets all of the criteria listed in this article.

b.

An applicant may request a reduction in parking requirements pursuant to this section, provided that certain findings are met. If the applicant is unable to meet these findings, a variance is required.

c.

Although not necessary, an applicant may elect to apply for a reduction in parking requirements for projects located in Business Districts. This application is not applicable for projects located in zoning districts other than B-1, B-2, and B-3.

d.

In approving a reduction in off-street parking requirements authorized by this Code, the planning commission shall consider and apply the following criteria:

1.

The reduction in the parking requirement is justified by the reasonably anticipated automobile usage by residents of and visitors to the project;

2.

The reduction in the parking requirement will not be detrimental to the health, safety, convenience, or general welfare of persons residing in or working in the vicinity;

3.

The minimization of conflict of vehicular and pedestrian movements;

4.

The availability of transportation modes other than the automobile;

5.

The pattern of land use and character of development in the vicinity; and

6.

Such other criteria as the planning commission deems appropriate in the circumstances of the particular case.

(14)

Bicycle amenities.

a.

Minimum required spaces. Any development requiring motor vehicle parking spaces shall be required to provide bicycle parking. Off-street parking areas shall contain at least one bicycle parking space for every 15 spaces provided for motor vehicles, or fraction thereof, with a minimum of three bicycle parking spaces provided. Bicycle facilities provided in the public right-of-way may be used in parking calculations.

b.

Location. Bicycle parking for commercial, residential and mixed-uses shall be conveniently located near building entry points. Bicycle parking placement shall not conflict with pedestrian travel.

c.

Facility. Bicycle parking shall be bicycle rack or locker-type parking facilities and shall be designed to allow either a bicycle frame or wheels to be locked to a structure attached to the pavement or the building.

d.

Administrative departure. The planning commission and/or ASPR Team may reduce the number of required bicycle parking spaces to a number that meets expected demand, however no less than three spaces shall be provided.

(15)

Electric vehicle infrastructure. The intent of this section is to facilitate and encourage the use of electric vehicles and to expedite the establishment of a convenient, cost-effective electric vehicle infrastructure that such use necessitates. The planning commission may allow a parking reduction of up to 15 percent from the requirements of this section when a site plan provides for all the recommendations noted in this section.

a.

For the purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply:

1.

Accessible electric vehicle charging station means an electric vehicle charging station where the battery charging station is located within accessible reach of a barrier-free access aisle and the electric vehicle.

2.

Battery charging station means an electrical component assembly or cluster of component assemblies designed specifically to charge batteries within electric vehicles.

3.

Battery electric vehicle means any vehicle that operates exclusively on electrical energy from an off- board source that is stored in the vehicle's batteries and produces zero tailpipe emissions or pollution when stationary or operating.

4.

Charging levels.

i.

Level-1 is considered slow charging. Voltage including the range from 0 through 120.

ii.

Level-2 is considered medium charging. Voltage is greater than 120 and includes 240.

iii.

Level-3 is considered fast or rapid charging. Voltage is greater than 240.

5.

Electric vehicle means any vehicle that is licensed and registered for operation on public and private highways, roads, and streets; either partially or exclusively, on electrical energy from the grid, or an off-board source, that is stored on-board via a battery for motive purpose. "Electric vehicle" includes: (1) a battery electric vehicle; and (2) a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle.

6.

Electric vehicle charging station means a public or private parking space that is served by battery charging station equipment that has as its primary purpose the transfer of electric energy (by conductive or inductive means) to a battery or other energy storage device in an electric vehicle. An electric vehicle charging station equipped with Level-1 or Level-2 charging equipment is permitted outright as an accessory use to any principal use.

7.

Electric vehicle charging station - private restricted use means an electric vehicle charging station that is (1) privately owned and restricted access (e.g., single-family home, executive parking, designated employee parking) or (2) publicly owned and restricted (e.g., fleet parking with no access to the general public).

8.

Electric vehicle charging station - public use means an electric vehicle charging station that is (1) publicly owned and publicly available (e.g., Park & Ride parking, public library parking lot, on-street parking) or (2) privately owned and available to visitors of the use (e.g., shopping center parking).

9.

Electric vehicle infrastructure means conduit/wiring, structures, machinery, and equipment necessary and integral to support an electric vehicle, including battery charging stations and rapid charging stations.

10.

Electric vehicle parking space means any marked parking space that identifies the use to be exclusively for the parking of an electric vehicle.

11.

Non-electric vehicle means any motor vehicle that does not meet the definition of electric vehicle.

12.

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle means an electric vehicle that (1) contains an internal combustion engine and also allows power to be delivered to drive wheels by an electric motor; (2) charges its battery primarily by connecting to the grid or other off-board electrical source; (3) may additionally be able to sustain battery charge using an on-board internal-combustion-driven generator; and (4) has the ability to travel powered by electricity.

b.

Permitted locations: Level-1 and Level-2 electric vehicle charging stations are permitted in every zoning district, when accessory to the primary permitted use. Such stations located at one-family, multiple-family, and mobile home park dwellings shall be designated as private restricted use only. Installation shall be subject to permit approval administered by the Engineering and Building Department. Permitted Locations Level-3 electric vehicle charging stations are permitted in the CBD, B-1, B-2, B-3, I-1, and I-2 districts, when accessory to the primary permitted use. Installation shall be subject to permit approval administered by the Engineering and Building Department. If the primary use of the parcel is the retail electric charging of vehicles, then the use shall be considered a gasoline service station for zoning purposes. Installation shall be subject to Special Land Use approval and located in zoning districts which permit gasoline service stations.

c.

Nonresidential: In order to proactively plan for and accommodate the anticipated future growth in market demand for electric vehicles, it is strongly encouraged, but not required, that all new and expanded nonresidential development parking areas provide the electrical capacity necessary to accommodate the future hardwire installation of Level-2 electric vehicle charging stations. It is recommended that a typical parking lot (e.g., 1,000 or less parking spaces) have a minimum ratio of 2% of the total parking spaces be prepared for such stations. For parking lots with more than 1,000 parking spaces, it is recommended that a minimum ratio of 3% of the total parking spaces be prepared for such stations.

d.

Residential: In order to proactively plan for and accommodate the anticipated future growth in market demand for electric vehicles, it is strongly encouraged, but not required, that all new one-family and multiple-family homes with garages be constructed to provide a 220-240-volt / 40 amp outlet on a dedicated circuit and in close proximity to designated vehicle parking to accommodate the potential future hardwire installation of a Level-2 electric vehicle charging station.

e.

General requirements for Multi-Family Residential and Non-Residential Development.

1.

A parking:

i.

An electric vehicle charging station space may be included in the calculation for minimum required parking spaces required in accordance with section 110-551.

ii.

Public electric vehicle charging stations are reserved for parking and charging electric vehicles only. Electric vehicles may be parked in any space designated for public parking, subject to the restrictions that would apply to any other vehicle that would park in that space.

2.

Accessible spaces. It is strongly encouraged, but not required, that a minimum of one accessible electric vehicle charging station be provided. Accessible electric vehicle charging stations should be located in close proximity to the building or facility entrance and connected to a barrier-free accessible route of travel. It is not necessary to designate the accessible electric vehicle charging station exclusively for the use of disabled persons.

3.

Lighting site lighting shall be provided where an electric vehicle charging station is installed, unless charging is for daytime purposes only.

4.

Equipment standards and protection.

i.

Battery charging station outlets and connector devices shall be no less than 36 inches and no higher than 48 inches from the surface where mounted. Equipment mounted on pedestals, lighting posts, bollards, or other devices shall be designed and located as to not impede pedestrian travel or create trip hazards on sidewalks.

ii.

Adequate battery charging station protection, such as concrete-filled steel bollards, shall be used. Curbing may be used in lieu of bollards, if the battery charging station is setback a minimum of 24 inches from the face of the curb.

5.

Usage fees. The property owner is not restricted from collecting a service fee for the use of an electric vehicle charging station made available to visitors of the property.

6.

Signage

i.

Information shall be posted identifying voltage and amperage levels and any time of use, fees, or safety information related to the electric vehicle charging station.

ii.

Each electric vehicle charging station space shall be posted with signage indicating the space is only for electric vehicle charging purposes. For purposes of this subsection, "charging" means that an electric vehicle is parked at an electric vehicle charging station and is connected to the battery charging station equipment. Restrictions shall be included on the signage, if removal provisions are to be enforced by the property owner pursuant Uniform Traffic Code of the City of Trenton.

7.

Electric vehicle charging stations shall be maintained in all respects, including the functioning of the equipment. A phone number or other contact information shall be provided on the equipment for reporting when it is not functioning, or other problems are encountered.

(16)

The minimum number of off-street parking spaces by type of use shall be determined in accordance with the following schedule:

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	Use		Minimum Spaces Required
1.	Residential:
	a.	Residential, one- and two-family	Two for each dwelling unit.
	b.	Residential, multiple-family	Two for each dwelling unit, plus one visitor parking space for every four dwelling units, or fraction thereof.
	c.	Housing for the elderly	One for each dwelling unit. Should units revert to general occupancy, the requirements of subsection (13)1.b. of this section shall apply.
	d.	Mobile home park	Two for each mobile home site and one for each employee of the mobile home park.
2.	Institutional:
	a.	Places of worship	One for each three seats or six feet of pews in the main unit of worship.
	b.	Hospitals.	One for each one bed.
	c.	Homes for the aged and Convalescent homes.	One for each four beds.
	d.	Elementary and junior	One for each one teacher, employee or administrator, in addition to the requirements of the auditorium.
	e.	Senior High Schools.	One for each one teacher, employee, or administrator and one for each ten students, in addition to the requirements of the auditorium.
	f.	Private clubs or lodge halls.	One for each three persons allowed within the maximum occupancy load as established by local, county, or state fire, building, or health codes.
	g.	Private golf clubs, tennis clubs, or other similar uses	One for each two member families or individuals plus spaces required for each accessory use, such as a restaurant or bar.
	h.	Golf courses open to the general public, except miniature or par 3 courses	Six for each one golf hole and one for each employee, plus spaces required for each accessory use, such as a restaurant or bar.
	i.	Fraternity or sorority.	One for each five permitted active members, or one for each two beds, whichever is greater.
	j.	Stadium, sports arena, or similar place of outdoor assembly.	One for each three seats or six feet of benches.
	k.	Theaters and auditoriums.	One for each three seats plus one for each two employees.
	l.	Nursery school, day nurseries or childcare centers	One for each 350 square feet of usable floor space.
3.	Offices:
	a.	Banks	One space for each 100 square feet of usable floor area, plus any required vehicle stacking space as set forth herein.
	b.	Business offices or professional offices except as indicated in the following item c.	One for each 200 square feet of usable floor space.
	c.	Professional offices of doctors, dentists, or similar professions.	One for each 100 square feet of usable floor space.
4.	Business and commercial:
	a.	Planned commercial or shopping center	One for each 150 square feet of usable floor area for the first 20,000 square feet, plus one space for every additional 200 square feet up to 400,000 square feet, and one space for every additional 250 square feet thereafter.
	b.	Auto wash (automatic)	One for each one employee. In addition, reservoir parking spaces equal in number to five times the maximum capacity of the auto wash. Maximum capacity of the auto wash shall mean the greatest number of automobiles possible undergoing some phase of washing at the same time, which shall be determined by dividing the length in feet of each wash line by 20.
	c.	Auto car wash, self service or coin-operated	One for each wash stall, plus vehicle stacking spaces equal to that required in this Article.
	d.	Beauty parlor or barber shop.	Three spaces for the first two beauty or barber chairs, and 1-½ spaces for each additional chair.
	e.	Bowling alleys.	Five for each one bowling lane plus spaces required for each accessory use such as a restaurant, bar, or billiard parlor.
	f.	Dance hall, pool or billiard parlors, roller or skating rinks, exhibition halls, and assembly halls without fixed seats.	One for each two persons within the maximum occupancy load as established by local, county or state fire, building, or health codes.
	g.	Establishments for sale, or consumption on the premises, of beverages, food, or refreshments.	One for each 75 square feet of usable floor space or one for each two persons allowed within the maximum occupancy load as established by local, county, or state fire, building, or health codes, whatever is greater.
	h.	Furniture and appliance, household equipment, repair shops, showroom of a plumber, decorator, electrician, shoe repair, and other similar uses.	One for each 800 square feet of usable floor area. (For that floor area used in processing, one additional space shall be provided for each two persons employed therein.)
	i.	Gasoline Service Station.	Two for each stall, rack, or pit, and one for each vehicle fueling terminal plus vehicle stacking space as follows: When more than one pump is placed on a common pump island, one-half vehicle stacking space per fueling placed on one pump island, one vehicle stacking space per fueling terminal. Each fueling space and each stacking space shall be 18 feet long by eight feet wide. When more than one pump is placed on a common pump island as in the first instance above, a ten-foot-wide vehicle pass through the lane shall be provided between vehicle fueling spaces.
			When only one pump shall be placed on a pump island as in the second instance above, a vehicle pass through lane is not required. Vehicle stacking space for each fueling terminal shall be placed as close to the fueling terminal as possible without diminishing traffic circulation within the site, or blocking access to any other vehicle fueling terminal, off-street parking space, other stacking space or loading, unloading area, and no vehicle parking space, fueling space, stacking space, or maneuvering lane, shall block or otherwise encumber in any way, clear access to any vehicle entry or exit driveways, or other vehicle circulation lanes or service areas.
			One parking space shall be provided for each employee in the largest work shift, plus one space for each 150 square feet of usable floor space in any retail store area.
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			1. Fueling space
			2. Stacking space
			3. Fuel pump
			4. Fueling terminal
	j.	Laundromats and coin-operated dry cleaners.	One for each two washing and/or dry-cleaning machines.
	k.	Miniature or "par-3" golf courses.	Three for each one hole plus one for each employee.
	l.	Mortuary establishments	One for each 50 square feet of usable floor space.
	m.	Motel, hotel, or other commercial unit plus lodging.	One for each one occupancy one for each one employee.
	n.	Motor vehicle sales service establishments.	One for each 200 square feet of usable floor space of salesroom and one for each one auto service stall in the service room, plus one for each employee.
	o.	Retail stores except as otherwise specified herein.	One for each 150 square feet of usable floor space.
	p.	Marina (private)	One for every four boat slips or fraction thereof
	q.	Marina (public)	One and one-half (1½) spaces per boat mooring slip, not to include area required for winter boat storage, plus one additional space for every four boat racks in a boat storage building providing in-out service.
	r.	Boat launch ramp.	Twenty-five spaces for each launch ramp.
	s.	Drive-in restaurant.	One for each ten square feet of usable floor space in patron self-service area. In addition, should a dining room or seating area be provided, there shall be one space for each 25 square feet of usable floor space in the dining area.
	t.	Fast-food carry out (no drive-through).	One space for each 50 square feet of usable floor space.
	u.	Fast-food restaurant.	One space for every two employees in the largest working shift and one space for every two seats, plus any required vehicle stacking spaces as set forth herein.
		Fast-food drive-through.	One space for every two employees in the largest working shift and one space for every four seats.
	v.	Dry cleaning pickup.	Four spaces.
4.	Industrial:
	a.	Industrial or research establishments, and related accessory offices.	Five plus one for every 1½ employees in the largest working shift. Space on site shall also be provided for all construction workers during periods of plant construction.
	b.	Warehouses and wholesale establishments and related accessory offices.	Five plus one for every one employee in the largest working shift, or one for every 1,700 square feet of usable floor space, whichever is greater.
	c.	Marihuana establishment.	One and one-half spaces per employee.

 

(Ord. No. 802, § 1, 12-14-2020; Ord. No. 802-1, § 3A, 9-20-2021; Ord. No. 802-2, § 4, 4-18-2022)

In addition to numerical off-street parking requirements of this section, wherever an accessory drive-up or drive-through window service is provided, the following standards shall apply:

(1)

Stacking space requirements:

Each vehicle stacking space shall be eight feet wide by 18 feet long and shall be located independently of any parking space, vehicle maneuvering lane or loading, unloading area.

(Ord. No. 802, § 1, 12-14-2020; Ord. No. 802-1, § 3B, 9-20-2021)

Automatic reduction: A reduction in minimum required off-street parking spaces granted by-right in the zone or when specific criteria are met (e.g. reduction of 25 percent if within 1,000 feet from bus stop; no off-street parking required in CBD District.

Study reduction: Applicants are allowed to present evidence or studies demonstrating that the number of spaces needed is less than the minimum requirement.

Max spaces/ lot size: A maximum limit is placed on surface parking spaces a development may provide (e.g., 125 percent of the minimum requirement; no more than 50 surface spaces per lot).

Shared parking: Parking spaces are shared by the occupants of more than one building or use at different times of the day resulting in a reduction of overall parking for those developments combined.

On-street counts: Developments may provide shared on-street spaces or use existing adjacent on-street spaces to count towards the minimum requirement.

(Ord. No. 802, § 1, 12-14-2020)

The purpose of this article is to allow a reduction in the total number of parking spaces required for properties within the sustainable development overlay and to reduce the amount of impervious surfaces within the overlay.

(Ord. No. 802, § 1, 12-14-2020)

Applicants for a site plan review, subdivision review, or building permit within this overlay that have been found eligible for the incentives contained within the overlay, pursuant to this Article; may evaluate the feasibility of shared parking arrangements and become party to a shared use parking agreement where:

(1)

The application includes a mixed-used development within 750 feet of a parking facility; or

(2)

The number of required parking spaces for a mixed-use development exceeds the ability of the applicant to provide that parking either on-site or off-site.

(Ord. No. 802, § 1, 12-14-2020)

(a)

Shared parking is allowed between two or more uses to satisfy all or a portion of the minimum parking requirement.

(b)

Shared parking is permitted between different uses.

(c)

Shared parking is permitted between uses with different hours of operation or different hours of peak demand.

(d)

A use for which shared parking is being proposed shall be located within at least 500 linear feet of the shared parking area(s).

(e)

Pedestrian connections must be identified and provided between shared parking areas(s) and building entrances;

(f)

Pedestrians shall not be required to cross an arterial street to access shared parking area(s), unless a signalized intersection is available.

(g)

An agreement outlaying the terms and conditions of shared parking, executed by the parties involved, shall be filed with and approved by the building official or their delegate. Shared parking privileges shall continue only as long as the executed shared parking agreement is in effect. Once the agreement is no longer in effect, minimum parking requirements shall be provided for according to chapter.

(Ord. No. 802, § 1, 12-14-2020)

(a)

Upon application for shared parking, the building official shall determine the number of parking spaces that may be shared based upon a shared parking feasibility study prepared and paid for by the applicant.

(b)

Such a shared parking feasibility study shall:

(1)

Identify properties and uses being studied for shared parking;

(2)

Determine the minimum number of spaces required by zoning for each separate use being considered for a shared parking agreement;

(3)

Calculate the peak parking demand of daytime uses being considered for a shared parking agreement. Daytime uses shall be any use operating between 6:00 a.m. and 5:59 p.m.;

(4)

Calculate the peak parking demand of nighttime uses being considered for a shared parking agreement. Nighttime uses shall be any use that operates between 6:00 p.m. and 5:59 a.m.;

(5)

Determine the optimal peak parking allocation for all combined daytime and nighttime uses being considered for a shared parking agreement, using either standard parking generation rates as established in the most current edition of the Institute of Transportation Engineers Parking Generation Manual or the results of field surveys, if standard generation rates are not available;

(6)

Compare the difference of the results of (b) and (e) above.

(c)

If the building official finds that the shared parking feasibility study demonstrates that shared parking could result in a net decrease in required parking, the building official shall use the minimum number of required parking spaces, as defined by the shared parking feasibility study, as the minimum number of required parking spaces.

(Ord. No. 802, § 1, 12-14-2020)

(a)

Prior to issuance of a building permit for any use for which shared parking has been approved as a means to meet the minimum parking requirements, the building official shall require that the owners of the properties enter into an agreement guaranteeing access to, use of, and management of designated shared parking spaces. Such an agreement shall be submitted in a form approved by the city attorney for the city attorney's office to review and approve.

(b)

New business establishments and residences seeking to meet parking requirements by becoming part of an existing shared parking agreement shall provide the official with documentation establishing that sufficient parking capacity exists to accommodate the minimum parking requirements of all uses together with an amendment to the shared parking agreement identifying the new establishment or residence as a party to the shared parking agreement, subject to review and approval by the city attorney.

(Ord. No. 802, § 1, 12-14-2020)

(a)

For any property with an existing site plan relying on shared parking to meet minimum parking requirements, the zoning administrator may require an applicant for a building permit to submit a shared parking plan. Such a plan shall be reviewed as a modification to an existing site plan, using the rules and procedures established in the planning board's site plan and subdivision review regulations. Such a plan shall include the following:

(1)

A site plan indicating parking spaces intended for shared parking spaces, the user(s) of these parking spaces and their proximity to the uses they serve.

(Ord. No. 802, § 1, 12-14-2020)

Whenever the off-street parking requirements in this article necessitate the building of an off-street parking facility, or where P-1 Vehicular Parking Districts (Article XX) are provided, the off-street parking spaces shall be laid out, constructed, and maintained in accordance with the following standards and regulations:

(1)

No parking lot shall be constructed unless and until a permit therefore is issued by the building official. Applications for a permit shall be submitted to the building department in such form as may be determined by the building official and shall be accompanied with two sets of site plans for the development and construction of the parking lot showing that the provisions of this section will be fully complied with.

(2)

Plans for the layout of off-street parking facilities shall be in accord with the following minimum applicable requirements:

(3)

a.

Automobile parking layout standards.

Parking Layout Standards

b.

Boat launch parking layout standards.

c.

All spaces shall be provided adequate access by means of maneuvering lanes. Backing directly onto a street shall be prohibited except in the case of one-and two-family residences.

d.

Adequate ingress and egress to the parking lot by means of clearly limited and defined drives shall be provided for all vehicles.

e.

All maneuvering lane widths shall permit one-way traffic movement, except that the 90-degree pattern may permit two-way movement.

f.

Each entrance and exit to and from any off-street parking lot located in an area zoned for other than single-family residential use shall be at least 25 feet distant from adjacent property located in any single-family residential district.

g.

The off-street parking area shall be provided with a continuous and obscuring wall not less than four feet six inches in height measured from the surface of the parking area. This wall shall be provided on all sides where the next zoning district is designated as a residential district or there is an existing residence. When a front yard setback is required, all land between said wall and the front property line or street right-of-way line shall be kept free from refuse and debris and shall be landscaped with deciduous shrubs, evergreen material and ornamental trees. The ground area shall be planted and kept in lawn. All such landscaping and planting shall be maintained in a healthy, growing condition, neat and orderly in appearance.

h.

The entire parking area, including parking spaces and maneuvering lanes, required under this section shall be provided with asphalt or concrete surfacing in accordance with specifications approved by the city engineer. The parking area shall be paved in such a way as to preclude drainage of water onto adjacent property or toward buildings.

i.

All lighting used to illuminate any off-street parking area shall be so installed as to be confined within and directed onto the parking area only.

j.

In all cases where a wall extends to an alley which is a means of ingress and egress to an off-street parking area, it shall be permissible to end the wall not more than ten feet from such alley line in order to permit a wider means of access to the parking area.

k.

The planning commission, upon application by the property owner of the off-street parking area, may modify the yard or wall requirements where, in unusual circumstances, no good purpose would be served by compliance with the requirements of this section.

(Ord. No. 802, § 1, 12-14-2020)

On the same premises with every building, structure or part thereof involving the receipt or distribution of vehicles or materials or merchandise, there shall be provided and maintained on the lot adequate space for standing, loading, and unloading in order to avoid undue interference with public use of dedicated rights-of-way. Such space shall be provided as follows:

(1)

All spaces shall be provided as required in Article XXIV, Schedule of Regulations, under "Minimum Rear Yards", in this chapter, except as hereinafter provided for in the I Industrial Districts.

(2)

Within an I Industrial District, all spaces shall be laid out in the dimension of at least ten by 50 feet, or 500 square feet in area, with a clearance of at least 14 feet in height. Loading dock approaches shall be provided with a pavement having an asphaltic or Portland cement binder so as to provide a permanent, durable, dustless surface.

All spaces in I-1 and I-2 districts shall be provided in the following ratio of spaces to floor area:

(3)

All loading and unloading in an I Industrial District shall be provided off-street in the rear yard or interior side yard, and shall in no instance be permitted in a front yard. In those instances where exterior side yards have a common relationship with an industrial district across a public thoroughfare, loading and unloading may take place in said exterior side yard when the setback is equal to at least 50 feet.

(Ord. No. 802, § 1, 12-14-2020)