304.04: REQUIRED PARKING — Porterville Municipal Code

A. Minimum Number of Spaces Required. Each land use shall be provided at least the number of on-site parking spaces stated in Table 304.04(A).

B. Calculation of Required Spaces. The number of required parking spaces shall be calculated according to the following rules:

Fractions. If the calculation of required parking or loading spaces results in the requirement of a fractional space, such fraction, if

one-half (0.5) or greater, shall be considered one (1) additional space; if the fraction is less than one-half (0.5), it shall result in no additional spaces.

Floor Area. Where an on-site parking or loading requirement is stated as a ratio of parking spaces to floor area, the floor area is

assumed to be gross floor area, unless otherwise stated.

Employees. Where an on-site parking or loading requirement is stated as a ratio of parking spaces to employees, the number of

employees shall be based on the largest shift that occurs in a typical week.

Bedrooms. Where an on-site parking requirement is stated as a ratio of parking spaces to bedrooms, any rooms having the

potential of being a bedroom and meeting the standard of the Building Code as a bedroom shall be counted as a bedroom.

Students or Clients. Where a parking or loading requirement is stated as a ratio of parking spaces to students (including children

in day care), the number is assumed to be the number of students or clients at the state-certified capacity.

Seats. Where parking requirements are stated as a ratio of parking spaces to seats, each eighteen (18) inches of bench-type

seating at maximum seating capacity is counted as one (1) seat.

C. Existing Spaces-Role in Parking Calculation. The number of parking or loading spaces required for an expansion or change in use, shall be based on the existing spaces plus the additional spaces prescribed in this section, unless the preexisting number is already greater than the number required.

D. Downtown Parking-Role in Parking Calculation. For properties in the Downtown districts, on-street parking spaces may be counted toward required off-street parking for non-residential uses in an amount equal to the proportionate share of the block face. For example, a site that occupies twenty-five (25) percent of the block face is credited with twenty-five (25) percent of the on-street parking spaces along that block face. These provisions apply to street frontages where on-street parking is allowed as identified in 304.07 Downtown Parking Districts.

E. Sites with Multiple Uses. If more than one (1) use is located on a site, the number of required on-site parking spaces and loading spaces shall be equal to the sum of the requirements prescribed for each use unless a reduction for shared parking is approved pursuant to Section 304.06(b), Shared Parking, and except for commercial centers with two (2) or more commercial establishments, which shall be provided parking at a ratio of one (1) parking space per three hundred (300) square feet of floor area if the floor area is more than fifty thousand (50,000) square feet.

F. Uses Not Specified. The parking requirement for any use not listed inTable 304.04(A) shall be determined by the Zoning Administrator based upon the requirements for the most similar comparable use, the particular characteristics of the proposed use, and any other relevant data regarding parking demand. In order to make this determination, the Zoning Administrator may require the applicant to submit a parking demand study or other information, at the applicant’s cost.

G. Parking Requirements Determined by Zoning Administrator. Where the parking requirement inTable 304.04(A) is listed as “to be determined by the Zoning Administrator,” the Zoning Administrator shall establish the parking requirement based on the particular characteristics of the proposed use, and any other relevant data regarding parking demand. The Zoning Administrator may require the applicant to submit parking studies or any other information needed to assess parking demand for the proposed project. Where a Conditional Use Permit is required for the use, the ultimate parking requirement will be established by the Conditional Use Permit.

H. Queuing Area. The number of parking spaces required by Table 304.04(A) does not include queuing space that may be required for vehicles and customers waiting in vehicles for service at drive-through facilities, pump stations, auto service bays, or similar uses. Queuing Area shall provide space for six (6) vehicles (restaurants shall provide spacing from the menu board). In lieu of this standard, a focused traffic study which models vehicular queuing may be prepared subject to Zoning Administrator approval. The stacking area shall not interfere with other on-site circulation and parking facilities. Where required, queuing area shall be measured as twenty (20) feet per car.

TABLE 304.04A: REQUIRED ON SITE PARKING SPACES

Land Use Classification Required Parking Spaces

Residential use classifications: Single-family, detached 2 covered parking for each dwelling unit Single-family, attached Second unit See section 301.16, “Second Dwelling Units”, of this series 1 per studio unit. 1.5 per 1 bedroom unit. 2 per 2 bedroom unit or 3 bedroom unit. Multi-family residential Additional bedrooms above 3: 0.5 space/bedroom. 1 space for each unit shall be designated for the unit and covered. 1 additional guest parking space shall be provided for every 5 units Small family daycare home None, beyond what is required for the residential use 1 per nonresident employee. 1 passenger loading space, on or off site. Large family daycare home (Required spaces are in addition to those required for the primary residential use.) 1 per bed, bedroom, or dwelling unit, whichever is greatest, plus 1 guest Group residential parking space per 3 units 2 on-site spaces for each dwelling unit. At least 1 required space shall be Manufactured home park covered. Tandem parking allowed Residential care, limited None, beyond what is required for the residential use Public and semipublic use classifications: Cemetery To be determined by the zoning administrator 1 for each 3 permanent seats in main assembly area, or 1 for every 50 square Clubs and lodges feet of assembly area where temporary or movable seats are provided Colleges and trade schools, public or private To be determined by the zoning administrator based on parking demand study Community center To be determined by the zoning administrator Cultural institutions: 1 for each 3 permanent seats in main assembly area, or 1 for every 50 square feet of assembly area where temporary or movable seats are provided. For theaters and auditoriums Galleries and Museums: 1 for every 400 sq. ft. of floor area. Other establishments: determined by the Zoning Administrator. Daycare center 1 per first 5 clients, plus 1 for each additional 10 clients Elderly and long term care: For first 10 beds 1 per 2 beds Additional beds 1 additional space for each 4 beds Government offices 1 per 300 square feet of floor area Instructional services 1 per 300 square feet of floor area Park and recreation facilities, public To be determined by the zoning administrator Public safety facilities To be determined by the zoning administrator 1 for each 3 permanent seats in main assembly area, or 1 for every 50 square Religious facilities feet of assembly area where temporary or movable seats are provided Residential care, general: For first 10 beds 1 per 2 beds Additional beds 1 additional space for each 4 beds

Schools, public or private:

Elementary and middle schools 1 per classroom, plus 1 per 250 square feet of office area High schools 0.35 per student Social service facilities 1 per 200 square feet of floor area Commercial use classifications: Aircraft sales, services, and storage To be determined by the zoning administrator Animal care, sales and services: Kennels 1 per 1,000 square feet of floor area Pet store 1 per 250 square feet of floor area Veterinary services 1 per 250 square feet of floor area Artists’ studios 1 per 1,000 square feet of floor area Automobile/vehicle sales and services: 1 per 250 square feet of office area in addition to spaces for all vehicles for Automobile/vehicle rentals rent 1 per 250 square feet of office area, plus 1 space per 1,000 square feet of indoor or outdoor sales display area Automobile/vehicle sales and leasing Any accessory auto repair: 2 spaces per service bay. Minimum 5 spaces per dealership Automobile/vehicle repair, major or minor 2 per service bay Minimum 1 space for automatic facilities, minimum 3 spaces for other Automobile/vehicle washing facilities, plus 1 space per 250 square feet of any indoor sales, office, or lounge areas Large vehicle and equipment sales, service 1 per 250 square feet of office area plus 1 per 2,500 square feet of sales and rental display area 2 per service bay, if service bays are included on site. 1 per 200 square feet of Service station any convenience store on site 1 per 500 square feet of building area plus 1 per 0.5 acre of gross outdoor Towing and impound use area Banks and financial institutions (all 1 per 300 square feet of floor area subclassifications) 1 per 400 square feet of floor area; 1 per 600 square feet of outdoor display Building materials services area Business services 1 per 300 square feet of floor area Commercial entertainment and recreation: 1 for each 3 permanent seats in main assembly area, or 1 for every 50 square Establishments with seating feet of assembly area where temporary or movable seats are provided Bowling alleys 3 per lane Other commercial entertainment and recreation To be determined by zoning administrator uses Eating, drinking, and smoking establishments: Bars/nightclubs/lounges Minimum 2 spaces. 1 per 75 square feet of customer seating area Coffee shops/cafes Minimum 2 spaces. 1 per 100 square feet of customer seating area Minimum 2 spaces. 1 per 75 square feet of customer seating area; no parking Restaurants is required for outdoor seating when seats provided equal 50 percent or less of total indoor seating Tobacco bars Minimum 2 spaces. 1 per 75 square feet of customer seating area Food and beverage retail sales 1 per 250 square feet of floor area 1 for each 4 permanent seats in assembly areas, plus 1 per 250 square feet of Funeral parlors and mortuaries office area 1 per each living or sleeping unit, plus 2 spaces adjacent to registration office. Hotels and motels Additional parking required for ancillary uses, such as restaurants, according to the parking requirements for the ancillary use Light fleet-based services 1 per 250 square feet of office floor area, plus 1 space for each fleet vehicle Maintenance and repair services 1 per 350 square feet of building floor area, plus 1 space for each fleet vehicle Medical facilities:

1 per bed; plus 1 per 250 square feet of area used for office, clinics, testing,
Hospital research, administration, and similar activities associated with the principal
use
Medical clinic 1 per 200 square feet
Single physician office 1 per 175 square feet
1 per 250 square feet of floor area, plus 1 per 500 square feet of outside

Nurseries and garden centers display or greenhouse area

Offices (all subclassifications) 1 per 250 square feet of floor area Parking, public or private 1 per attendant station (in addition to the spaces that are available to public) Personal services 1 per 200 square feet of floor area Retail sales: Less than 50,000 square feet 1 per 250 square feet of floor area 50,000 square feet or more 1 per 300 square feet of floor area 1 per 500 square feet of building area plus 1 per 0.5 acre of gross outdoor Salvage and wrecking use area As determined by the zoning administrator based upon requirements for the Sexually oriented business most similar comparable use Wholesaling and distribution 1 per 2,000 square feet of floor area Industrial use classifications: Construction and materials yards To be determined by zoning administrator Handicraft/custom manufacturing 1 per 2,000 square feet of floor area Industry, general 1 per 1,000 square feet of floor area Industry, limited 1 per 1,000 square feet of floor area Recycling collection facilities: Minimum 1 space. Number of additional spaces to be determined by the Recycling collection point zoning administrator 1 for each 2 employees on the maximum work shift, or 1 per 1,000 square feet Recycling processing facility of floor area, whichever is greater Warehousing and storage: 1 per 2 employees or 1 per 200 square feet of office area, whichever is Chemical, mineral, and explosives storage greater Indoor commercial storage 1 per 1,000 square feet of floor area 1 per 2 employees or 1 per 200 square feet of office area, whichever is Outdoor storage greater 1 space per 75 storage units, plus 1 space per 300 square feet of office area. Personal storage A minimum of 5 spaces shall be provided Transportation, communication, and utilities use classifications: Airports and heliports To be determined by the zoning administrator Communication facilities: Minimum 1 space for maintenance and servicing. Additional spaces to be Antennas and transmission towers determined by the zoning administrator Facilities within buildings To be determined by the zoning administrator 1 for each 2 employees on the maximum work shift, or 1 for each 3,000 Freight/truck terminals and warehouses square feet of floor area, whichever is greater Transportation passenger terminals To be determined by the zoning administrator Utilities, major To be determined by the zoning administrator Utilities, minor None Agriculture and extractive use classifications: Crop and animal raising 1 for every 2 employees on the maximum shift Mining and quarrying 1 for every 2 employees on the maximum shift

(Ord. 1866, 11-19-2019; amd. Ord.1909, 1-21-2025)