Chapter 17.320 — OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING

This Chapter establishes regulations to ensure that parking and loading facilities are properly designed and located to meet the needs of specific uses.

(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2022-008; Ord. No. 2024-006)

Every use and structure, including a change or expansion of a use or structure, shall provide loading areas in compliance with the provisions of this Chapter, as applicable. A use or structure, including a change or expansion of a use or structure, that provides parking, shall comply with the provisions of this Chapter. A use shall not be commenced, and structures shall not be occupied, until improvements required by this Chapter are satisfactorily completed.

(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2022-008; Ord. No. 2024-006)

A. Parking and Loading Spaces to be Permanent. Parking and loading spaces shall be permanently available, marked, and maintained for parking or loading purposes. The Director may approve the temporary reduction of parking or loading spaces, in conjunction with a seasonal or intermittent use, with the approval of a Temporary Use Permit (see Chapter 17.520), or during construction activities.

B. Loading to be Unrestricted. Owners, lessees, tenants, or persons having control of the operation of a premise, for which loading spaces are required, shall not prevent, prohibit, or restrict authorized persons from using these spaces. C. Restriction of Parking Area Use. Off-street parking, circulation, and access areas shall be used exclusively for the temporary parking and maneuvering of motorized, operative vehicles. For all non-residential uses, and in the front setback area of residential uses, parking areas shall not be used for the sale, lease, display, repair, or storage of vehicles, trailers, boats, campers, mobile homes, merchandise, or equipment, or for any other use not authorized by the provisions of this Title.

D. Unimproved Areas. Portions of a parking area not improved for parking or loading facilities or needed for vehicular circulation shall be landscaped in compliance with plans approved by the City.

(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2020-013 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2022-008; Ord. No. 2024-006)

There shall be no minimum required parking for any use, except as may be determined through a Comprehensive Plan. Any parking provided voluntarily or otherwise, shall comply with the development standards outlined in this Chapter or other applicable section of this Title.

(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2013-004 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2013-008 § 1 (part); Ord. 2014-002, § (part); Ord. No. 2017-003 § 2; Ord. No. 2018-001 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2019-003 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2020-003 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2020-012 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2021-003 (part); Ord. No. 2021-012 § 3 (part); Ord. No. 2022-003 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2022-008; Ord. No. 2024-006)

Where conditions preclude the provision of parking spaces in accordance with the standards of § 17.320.035, the following procedures for alternative parking are available, subject to City approval.

A. Hayden Tract and Smiley Blackwelder Parking Districts. Parking Districts for the parking impacted Hayden Tract and Smiley Blackwelder areas shall be established as outlined in Map 3-1 and Map 3-2. In addition to the general parking standards of this Chapter parking in the Districts are subject to the following Parking District standards.

1. Automated Parking. Automated and semi-automated and stacked parking may be provided on site or off-site within the Parking Districts subject to Parking Plan approval by the Director subject to the following.

a. Site Plan. Submittal of a site plan prepared by a design professional indicating all structures; the automated, semi-automated or stacked parking location; number of parking stalls; parking facility address and address of the property served by the parking; site ingress and egress location(s); proposed queuing location (if any); and the identification of adjacent land uses.

b. Operations Plan. Submittal of a parking operations plan describing the number of parking attendants and working hours, and methods for automobile storage and retrieval during nonbusiness hours.

c. Permanent Structure. All automated and semi-automated parking shall be located within a permanent structure and operated with parking attendant service during all hours of parking operation.

d. Technical Studies. Submittal of technical studies demonstrating that the proposed design and operation of the automated or semi-automated parking will not be detrimental to surrounding uses and properties in the vicinity relative to noise, visual impacts, area parking and circulation and existing on-site improvements.

e. Back-up Power. Documentation that the automated semi-automated or stacked parking is serviced with alternative back-up power to allow emergency operation of the parking system.

f. Inspection Report. A maintenance inspection report for any automated semi-automated or stacked parking facility prepared at the sole expense of the applicant shall be submitted annually to the Planning Division for review.

2. Managed Parking. Managed or valet parking may be provided for all on-site or off-site parking within the Parking Districts subject to Parking Plan approval by the Director which shall include: (a) the total parking spaces provided; (b) the hours and method of parking operation; (c) number of parking attendants serving the parking facility; and (d) methods for management of the parking facility during non-operating hours.

3. Compact Spaces. Except as otherwise provided in § 17.320.035 compact spaces of seven feet, six inches by 15 feet, may be provided for up to 30% of on-site or off-site parking within the Parking Districts.

Map 3-1 Hayden Tract Parking District

Map 3-2 Smiley Blackwelder Parking District

B. Automated, Semi-Automated, and Stacked Parking. Automated, semi-automated, and stacked parking may be provided for non-residential uses subject to Administrative Use Permit approval pursuant to Chapter 17.530 subject to the following:

1. Site Plan. Submittal of a site plan prepared by a design professional indicating all structures; the automated, semi-automated or stacked parking location; number of parking stalls; parking facility address and address of the property served by the parking; site ingress and egress location(s); proposed queuing location (if any); and the identification of adjacent land uses.

2. Operations Plan. Submittal of a parking operations plan describing the number of parking attendants and working hours; methods for automobile storage and retrieval during nonbusiness hours; provisions for over-sized vehicle parking, handicapped parking, and short term parking (if applicable); vehicle retrieval and through-put times; and other information determined by the Director to be necessary.

3. Permanent Structure and Screening. All automated, semi-automated, and stacked parking shall be located within a permanent structure and screened in a manner to mitigate any potential visual impacts to surrounding properties. Alternatives to a permanent structure including but not limited to a freestanding permanent architectural screening structure or landscaping may be considered as part of the Administrative Use Permit approval on a case by case basis if it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Director that the alternative provides a sufficient level of screening.

4. Technical Studies. Submittal of technical studies demonstrating that the proposed design and operation of the automated, semi-automated, or stacked parking will not be detrimental to surrounding uses and properties in the vicinity relative to noise, visual impacts, area parking and circulation, and existing on-site improvements.

5. Back-up Power. Documentation that the automated, semi-automated, or stacked parking is serviced with alternative back-up power to allow emergency operation of the parking system.

6. Inspection Report. A maintenance inspection report for any automated, semi-automated, or stacked parking facility prepared at the sole expense of the applicant shall be submitted annually to the Planning Division for review. (Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2013-001 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2013-010 § 1; Ord. No. 2014-002, § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2017-002 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2019-009 § 2; Ord. No. 2022-008; Ord. No. 2024-006)

Parking areas shall include parking spaces accessible to persons with disabilities as follows.

A. Number of Spaces and Design Standards. Parking spaces for persons with disabilities shall be provided in compliance with the Uniform Building Code and the Federal Accessibility Guidelines.

B. Residential Multiple-Family Uses. For each dwelling unit required to be designed to accommodate the persons with disabilities or required to be made adaptable for the persons with disabilities, the required parking shall be provided in compliance with Cal. Admin. Code, Title 24, Part 2.

(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2014-002, § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2022-008; Ord. No. 2024-006)

When parking is provided, the following requirements shall apply unless otherwise noted in this Title.

A. Access to Parking Areas and Parking Spaces.

1. Access to parking areas. Parking areas shall be designed to prevent access at any point other than at designated

access drives.

2. Parking space location. Parking spaces shall not be located within ten feet of an access driveway, measured from the property line. See Figure 3-9 (Parking Space Location) below. Uncovered parking spaces in the R1 and R2 zones shall comply with § 17.320.035.P.3. (Allowable R1 and R2 uncovered parking placement).

Figure 3-9 Parking Space Location

3. Internal maneuvering area. Parking areas shall provide suitable maneuvering room so that vehicles enter the street in a forward direction, except for single-family homes, two-family homes, or triplexes on non-arterial streets, which may be designed to permit backing a vehicle into a public street right-of-way.

B. Access to Adjacent Sites. Applicants for non-residential developments are encouraged to provide shared vehicle and pedestrian access to adjacent non-residential properties for convenience, safety, and efficient circulation.

C. Parking Space and Lot Dimensions.

1. Parking spaces.

a. Residential spaces. Parking spaces within carports shall have minimum dimensions of nine feet in width by

18 feet in length for each vehicle. Parking spaces within garages shall have minimum dimensions of nine feet in width

by 18 feet in length for each vehicle with minimum interior dimensions for a two-car garage of 20 feet, six inches in width by 18 feet in depth; and for a one-car garage ten feet, six inches in width by 18 feet in depth. Uncovered parking spaces shall have a minimum dimension of eight feet, six inches in width by 18 feet in depth. Access to a garage or carport located behind a dwelling unit shall have a backup aisle of 17 feet with a 45 degree angle leading to a driveway. See Figure 3-10 (Residential Garage/Carport and Driveway) below.

Figure 3-10 Residential Garage/Carport and Driveway

b. Tandem parking spaces. Each tandem parking space shall be nine feet in width by 18 feet in depth.

i. Within residential districts or within the residential parking area of a mixed use development, tandem parking spaces may be provided. Tandem parking may be arranged to be no more than two spaces in depth.

ii. For non-residential uses, tandem parking may be provided where authorized through a Parking Plan approval by the Director. The use of the tandem parking for non-residential uses shall require that the operator of the parking facility provide a valet or attendant at all times that the parking is accessible to users, except where the Director determines that the nature of the use and its operation will not require attended parking. Tandem parking may be arranged to be no more than three spaces in depth.

y the Director. The use of the tandem parking for non-residential uses shall require that the operator of the parking facility provide a valet or attendant at all times that the parking is accessible to users, except where the Director determines that the nature of the use and its operation will not require attended parking. Tandem parking may be arranged to be no more than three spaces in depth.

c. Compact parking spaces. For non-residential uses, compact spaces may be provided for up to 25% of the offstreet parking provided. Compact spaces shall measure a minimum of seven feet, six inches in width by 15 feet in length, and shall not be eligible for further reductions (e.g. through an Administrative Modification or other entitlement). Compact spaces shall be clearly marked as compact.

d. All other parking spaces. Minimum parking space dimensions shall be as shown in Table 3-3 (Parking Space and Drive Aisle Dimensions) and Figure 3-11 (Parking Space and Aisle Dimensions).

2. Parking lot aisles. Drive aisles within parking areas shall be designed and constructed in compliance with the following standards.

a. Aisle width. Parking area aisles shall comply with the minimum dimensional requirements in Table 3-3 (Parking Space and Drive Aisle Dimensions) and Figure 3-11 (Parking Space and Aisle Dimension).

b. Visibility. Drive aisles shall be designed and located so that adequate visibility is ensured for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists when entering individual parking spaces, circulating within a parking facility, and entering or leaving a parking facility.

Table 3-3 Parking Space and Drive Aisle Dimensions

Notes:

(1) Each parking space that is adjoined on either side of its longer dimension by a fence, wall, partition, column, post or similar obstruction, and the obstruction is located less than 14 feet from the access aisle, measured along the length of the stall, shall have its minimum width increased by at least 10 inches on the side of the obstruction.

(2) The Director may require greater aisle widths where slopes or other obstructions are encountered.

(3) For all parking spaces that back out onto an alley, the width of the alley shall be included in the minimum dimensions required for aisle width and backup.

Figure 3-11 Parking Space and Aisle Dimension

D. Curbing.

1. Continuous concrete curbing at least six inches high and six inches wide, with breaks to allow on-site drainage, shall be provided along the edges of parking spaces adjacent to fences, walls, other structures, property lines, pedestrian walkways and planted areas. Curbing shall be placed within the parking space a minimum of two feet from the front of the space. Curbs are not required where two parking spaces are contiguous at the width ("head to head"). Alternative barrier designs to protect planted areas may be approved by the Director.

2. To increase the parking lot landscaped area, a maximum of two feet of the parking stall depth may be landscaped with low-growth, hearty materials in lieu of paving, allowing a two-foot bumper overhang while maintaining the required parking dimensions per § 17.310.020.C.4 (Bumper overhang areas). See Figure 3-6 (Bumper Overhand Area).

E. Slopes of Driveways, Ramps, and Parking Areas. The slopes of driveways, ramps, and parking areas shall comply with the following requirements.

1. Driveways and ramps. Driveways and ramps shall not exceed a maximum slope of 20%, measured along the driveway centerline. Where there is a change in the slope of the driveway, it shall be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Director that vehicles will be able to pass over the change in slope without interference with an average vehicle's undercarriage. The 20 feet of driveway or ramp closest to the exit shall not exceed a slope of 3% or as determined appropriate by the Director.

2. Parking areas. Parking areas shall have a maximum grade of 5%, measured in any direction.

• F. Landscaping. Parking area landscaping shall be provided in compliance with Chapter 17.310 (Landscaping).

G. Lighting. Parking areas within non-residential projects shall have lighting that provides adequate illumination for security and safety, pursuant to the standards in § 17.300.040 (Outdoor Lighting).

H. Directional Areas and Signs.

1. Parking spaces, aisles, approach lanes, and maneuvering areas shall be clearly marked with directional arrows

and lines to ensure the safe and efficient flow of vehicles.

2. The Director may require the installation of traffic signs, in addition to directional arrows, to ensure the safe and

efficient ingress and egress and circulation of vehicles in a parking facility.

I. Striping and Identification. Parking spaces shall be clearly outlined with a double striped line on each side of the parking space. The double striped line shall consist of two four-inch-wide lines spaced six inches apart and painted on the surface of the parking facility. Parking space width shall be measured from the centerline between the two fourinch lines. Circulation aisles, approach lanes, and turning areas shall be clearly marked with directional arrows and lines to ensure safe traffic movement.

of the parking space. The double striped line shall consist of two four-inch-wide lines spaced six inches apart and painted on the surface of the parking facility. Parking space width shall be measured from the centerline between the two fourinch lines. Circulation aisles, approach lanes, and turning areas shall be clearly marked with directional arrows and lines to ensure safe traffic movement.

J. Surfacing. Parking spaces and maneuvering areas shall be paved and permanently maintained with a minimum thickness of two inches of asphalt, concrete, or other all-weather surface, over a minimum thickness of four inches of a base material; or paved and permanently maintained with a minimum thickness of four inches of Portland cement or

as deemed appropriate by the Director. Alternative surfaces for parking and loading areas may be approved by the Community Development Director and the Public Works Director; provided that the material used meets aesthetic standards as determined by the Director, improves drainage and permeability, and responds to any historic guidelines for the property and its setting.

K. Interior Parking Clearance. Covered parking areas shall be provided with a minimum of seven feet of unobstructed clearance from finished floor surface to any ceiling, beam, entranceway, pipe, suspended sign or other obstruction, improvement, or device overhead, except as approved by the Director for storage cabinets or other suspended or cantilevered obstructions. Where a covered parking area is intended for, or is accessible to, general public use, each entrance shall be clearly posted with a sign indicating the minimum interior clearance actually provided.

• L. Treatment of Parking Areas. In order to further the objective of reducing the visual impacts of parking, driveways, and garage doors, projects shall incorporate two or more of the following strategies:

1. Locate parking areas and garages underground, completely wrapped with occupiable enclosed buildings, or to

the rear half of the site.

2. Use garage doors constructed of enhanced materials other than vinyl, fiberglass, or painted metal. Enhanced materials include wood, doors that incorporate windows consistent with the architecture of the building, trellis or trim around the door, carriage-style garage doors, or deeply recessed (eight inches) doors.

3. Orient garage doors perpendicular to the front property line.

4. Design driveways and vehicle maneuvering areas with use of pattern and such materials as integral color

concrete, slate, brick, pervious concrete, or areas of permeable surface.

5. Locate driveways on the side of the project lot so that the driveway is not the central feature visible from the

street.

6. Use landscaping to screen parking areas from the street (see § 17.310.020.C. (Parking Areas and Parkways).

7. Use single car width garage doors.

• M. Entrance Gates and Barriers. Gates or barriers at the entrance to shared parking, if included, shall be set back a minimum of 18 feet from the property line to prevent queuing into the public right-of-way and a minimum of 18 feet from the building wall of the structure to minimize visibility from the public right-of-way.

• N. Subterranean Parking. Subterranean parking structures shall comply with all requirements of this Section, and the following additional requirements when located within a required setback.

1. Invisibility. Subterranean parking shall not extend more than three feet above finished grade.

2. Accommodate landscaping. The subterranean structure shall be designed to accommodate landscaping or other setback area improvements as required by this Title.

3. Covered structure. When located within a required street-facing setback area, the subterranean structure shall

be fully covered by landscaping.

• O. Parking Structures. Parking structures providing parking for residential and non-residential uses shall comply with all requirements of this Section, and the following additional requirements.

1. Parking structures shall comply with the setback requirements and height limits of the applicable zoning district.

2. Above-ground parking structures and above grade portions of subterranean parking structures shall be screened

from the public right-of-way using one or more of the following strategies:

• a. Parking garage is wrapped by occupiable buildings or portions thereof. Occupiable building area used to

• screen a parking garage shall be a minimum depth of 30 feet on the ground floor.

• b. Parking garage is screened with landscaping with a ten-foot minimum depth.

• c. Parking garage is screened with a solid or semi-solid building material/crafted ornamental metal screens/art

• installation that is consistent with the chosen architectural style of the project.

d. Parking levels above the ground level may extend to the building facade but shall be designed and treated with the same level of detail, material quality, and facade articulation as other facade areas (e.g., facade articulation and modulation, use of real windows with glazing or false windows defined by frames, lintels, or sills).

e. Parking structure lighting shall be screened, shielded, and/or directed downward to reduce light trespass and glare onto the public right-of-way and adjacent properties.

3. Parking structure facades facing residential zoning district parcels shall:

a. Be enclosed to prevent light spill, noise, or pollutants from impacting dwellings; and

b. Incorporate architectural design elements, including surface treatments. offset planes, structural articulation, and landscaping to provide visual interest and compatibility with adjacent dwellings.

P. Special Parking Requirements for Residential Uses.

1. Driveway length. Except as otherwise allowed by this Title, within residential zoning districts, access to every parking space or to a common/shared parking area shall be provided by a paved driveway not less than 20 feet in length, measured from the end of the parking space to the nearest public or private street right-of-way line from which access to parking is provided, except uncovered spaces which may be located in accordance with Figure 3-12. In the R1 Zone, front-facing garages shall be set back at least 25 feet from the front property line.

2. No setback parking. Vehicles shall not be parked between the street property line and the front or side of a residential unit except on a driveway leading to a garage or carport, or on a designated uncovered parking space.

3. Allowable R1 and R2 uncovered parking placement. In the R1 and R2 zones, any uncovered parking provided shall be placed within 15 feet of a maximum of one interior side yard property line and/or shall be fully screened from view of the public right-of-way by the primary structure. An additional five feet of permeable hardscape area may be allowed when no other parking is provided onsite. Front yard-facing parking not located within 15 feet of an interior side yard property line shall be fully covered and enclosed. See Figure 3-12 (Allowable R1 and R2 Uncovered Parking Placement) below. For corner lots, uncovered parking accessed from the street side and located in the rear half of the lot may be screened by a solid six-foot-high fence.

Figure 3-12 Allowable R1 and R2 Uncovered Parking Placement

Q. Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking. Each land use type shall be provided the number of parking spaces equipped with electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure for each of the three levels defined below, as set forth in this Section, except where a greater number of spaces are required through the California Green Building Code, a conditional use permit or other permit approval. Surplus EV spaces provided at higher EV levels can be credited toward meeting the required quantity for lower EV levels, such that the overall minimum cumulative quantity is provided at the minimum levels or higher. Property owners shall inform tenants of the availability of EV Ready and EV Capable spaces.

1. Definitions.

a. "EV Capable." Installation of raceway, conduit, and panel capacity to accommodate the future installation of a dedicated branch circuit and 208/240 volt (Level 2) chargers/charging stations.

b. "EV Ready." A complete circuit installation, including raceway, conduit, wiring, receptacle, circuit breakers, dedicated branch circuit, 208/240 volt 40 amp panel capacity, and any other necessary components to support the future installation of a Level 2 charger/charging station.

c. "Full EV Charger/Charging Station." All necessary components required for EV Ready, in addition to an already installed charger/charging station (208/240 volt, Level 2).

2. Multiple-Family Residential Uses.

• a. Quantity of EV Capable: 20% of the parking spaces provided.

• b. Quantity of EV Ready: 10% of the parking spaces provided.

• c. Quantity of Full EV Charger/Charging Station: 10% of the parking spaces provided.

d. Requirements for Full EV Chargers/Charging Stations shall not apply to parking spaces that are located within individual privately accessible garages that correspond to a specific dwelling unit.

3. Non-Residential Uses.

• a. Quantity of EV Capable: 20% of the parking spaces provided.

• b. Quantity of EV Ready: 10% of the parking spaces provided.

• c. Quantity of Full EV Charger/Charging Station: 10% of the parking spaces provided.(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1

(part); Ord. No. 2014-002, § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2019-009 § 2; Ord. No. 2020-013 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2021-012 § 3 (part); Ord. No. 2022-008; Ord. No. 2023-002, Exhibit A (part); Ord. No. 2024-001, Exhibit A (part); Ord. No. 2024006; Ord. No. 2025-008, Exhibit A (part))

• A. Driveway Widths. Minimum driveway widths shall be as follows:

1. Driveway serves 1-20 spaces: 10 feet wide.

2. Driveway serves residential use with 20 or more spaces: 18 feet wide.

3. Driveway serves non-residential use with 20 or more spaces: 25 feet wide.

4. Driveways serving as parking aisles shall be increased in width as necessary to provide parking stall backup area, as required by § 17.320.035 (Parking Design and Layout Guidelines).

5. Driveway aprons shall conform to standards established in Chapter 9.08 (Streets, Sidewalks and Parkways) of the CCMC.

B. Garage Access. A driveway to a residential parking garage located behind a dwelling shall meet the access and maneuvering standards of § 17.320.035 (Parking Design and Layout Guidelines).

C. Visibility at Driveways and Intersections. Driveways and driveway landscaping shall be designed to maintain visibility and minimize interference with passing pedestrians. When within a 15 foot intersection safety sightline or five feet of the intersection of a driveway or alley with the public right-of-way, landscaping shall be no taller than 30 inches in height (see Figure 3-5 (Measurement of Fences, Walls, and Landscaping Height). Landscaping adjacent the walls of the building shall be designed not to interfere with motorists' views of the sidewalk and pedestrians' views of vehicles exiting the project.

(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2022-008; Ord. No. 2024-006)

Bicycle parking shall be provided for all multi-family projects and non-residential uses in compliance with this Section.

A. Number of Bicycle Spaces Required.

1. For all residential buildings containing three or more units the number of bicycle parking spaces shall be

provided onsite per Table 3-5 below.

Table 3-5 Bicycle Parking Requirements Multiple-Family Residential Uses

2. For all non-residential buildings, the number of bicycle parking spaces shall be provided onsite per Table 3-6 below.

Table 3-6 Bicycle Parking Requirements - Non-Residential Uses

3. For uses not listed, bicycle parking shall be provided, based on the most similar use in the table, as determined by the Director.

B. Bicycle Parking Design.

1. Parking equipment. Each bicycle parking space shall include a stationary parking device, as indicated below, to adequately secure the bicycle.

a. Short-term bicycle parking. Short-term bicycle parking shall consist of bicycle racks that support the bicycle frame at two points, including inverted - "U" bicycle racks or similar. Racks that support only the wheel of the bicycle are not permissible.

i. Racks shall allow for the bicycle frame and at one wheel to be locked to the racks.

ii. The rack shall allow for the use of a cable as well as a U-shaped lock.

iii. If bicycles can be locked to each side of the rack, each side shall be counted toward a required space.

• iv. Racks shall be securely anchored to a permanent surface.

• v. If more than 20 short-term bicycle parking spaces are provided, at least 50%shall be covered by a roof or

• overhang.

• b. Long-term bicycle parking. Long-term bicycle parking shall be secured from the general public and enclosed

• on all sides to protect bicycles from inclement weather.

i. Acceptable examples of long-term bicycle parking include individual bicycle lockers, bike racks within a bicycle room, and bicycle cages.

ii. Except in the cases of lockers, all long-term bicycle parking shall provide means of securing the bicycle frame at two points to a securely anchored rack.

2. Parking layout and siting requirements.

a. Bicycle spaces shall be separated from motor vehicle parking spaces by at least five feet of open area and a physical barrier.

b. A minimum five-foot wide access aisle shall be provided for all bicycle parking spaces.

c. Spaces shall not be required to rely on stairs or escalators for access. For spaces allowed above or below the ground floor, elevators shall be a minimum of six feet, two inches to accommodate a standard adult bicycle with both wheels on the floor.

d. Short-term spaces shall be located on the ground floor, outside of the building, or with direct access to a public right of way, no more than 50 feet of walking distance from the main pedestrian entrance/access to the building, and with maximum visibility from the pedestrian access.

e. Long-term spaces shall be located in one of the following locations, or in a combination thereof:

• i. On the ground floor within 50 feet of the main entrance, with safe and convenient access from the public right

• of way and lobby area.

ii. On a floor above or below the ground floor, including a parking structure, within 50 feet of the elevator, with safe, convenient, and dedicated access between the bicycle parking and the elevator.

3. Parking dimensional requirements.

a. Short-term and long-term spaces shall be a minimum of two feet wide by six feet long. Bicycle racks, including those within communal bike enclosures, shall be spaced at minimum 30 inches apart and 30 inches from a wall or other obstruction on any side, measured from the centerline of the rack. Individual bicycle enclosures such as lockers or cages shall not require clearance from adjacent enclosures or obstructions. A minimum of seven feet of vertical clearance shall be provided at all bicycle parking spaces.

b. If more than 20 long-term spaces are provided, a minimum 100 square feet of workspace is required adjacent to the bicycle parking area for bicycle maintenance work; the workspace shall be adjacent to the area with the most bicycle spaces if spaces are provided in more than one area within the site.

• c. Bicycle rooms shall provide outlets for charging electric bicycles.

C. Lockers and Showers. For non-residential uses, one personal locker shall be provided for each required longterm bicycle parking space for use by all genders. Showers for employee use shall be provided per Table 3-7 below. Table 3-7 Required Showers for Non-Residential Uses

• (Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2022-008; Ord. No. 2024-006; Ord. No. 2025-008, Exhibit A (part))

A. Loading Area Size Categories. Loading areas shall comply with the minimum dimensions, area, and clearance requirements in Table 3-8 below.

Table 3-8 Loading Area Size and Dimensions

B. Number of Loading Spaces Required. Non-residential uses shall provide the number of loading spaces in compliance with Table 3-9 below.

Table 3-9 Required Loading Spaces

• C. Standards for Loading Areas. Loading areas shall be provided in the following manner.

1. Access. Loading areas accessible only from a public street right-of-way shall be located to allow head-in and head-out access from and to the public street right-of-way. Back-in access may be permitted if it is determined by the

Director that no feasible alternative exists.

2. Lighting. Loading areas shall have lighting capable of providing adequate illumination for security and safety.

• Lighting standards shall comply with § 17.300.040 (Outdoor Lighting).

3. Loading ramps/docks. Plans for loading ramps or truck wells shall be accompanied by a profile drawing

showing the ramp, ramp transitions, and overhead clearances.

4. Location and Screening. Loading areas shall be located and screened per § 17.300.035.C. (Utilities, Equipment,

Service, Loading, and Refuse Areas).

5. Identification. Loading areas shall be designed, laid out, and clearly marked as being distinct from required parking spaces and aisles, unless the City approves the use of the parking area as an undesignated overlay loading area during non-business hours.

(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2022-008; Ord. No. 2024-006)