Chapter 17.608 — PARKING REGULATIONS
Sacramento Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · ingested 2026-07-06 · Sacramento
17.608.010 Purpose. ¶
The purpose of this chapter is to implement general plan goals and policies by establishing off-street vehicle and bicycle parking requirements that balance the city's goal to encourage walking, bicycling, and transit use with the goal to meet the needs of shoppers, visitors, and employees and other workers. Off-street parking requirements are based on the needs of the community and consider the context of the neighborhood, transit availability, on-street parking availability, density and mix of uses, walkability, and the use of alternative modes of transportation. Parking requirements are designed to accommodate average day-to-day demand, as opposed to peak demand, to reduce excessive off-street parking and free up land for more economically productive uses. It is also the purpose of this chapter to provide flexibility and allow alternative means of addressing parking demand. (Ord. 2025-0007 § 31; Ord. 2024-0017 § 56; Ord. 2013-0020 § 1; Ord. 2013-0007 § 1)
17.608.020 General provisions. ¶
A. Off-street parking requirement. Off-street vehicle and bicycle parking shall be provided and maintained for all existing and new development at the ratios specified in and in accordance with the standards and requirements of this chapter.
B. Parking to be provided on-site. Required off-street parking shall be provided and maintained on the same parcel or integrated development site as the land use it is intended to serve, except as provided in section 17.608.060. An integrated development site is a site consisting of two or more contiguous parcels sharing parking facilities with reciprocal access and parking easements or similar shared-parking agreements.
C. Calculation of the off-street parking requirement. The maximum number of off-street vehicle and minimum number of bicycle parking spaces shall be rounded in accordance with section 17.104.050.C.
D. Expansion or change in use of existing buildings and structures that do not meet current parking requirements. The following rules apply to buildings and uses that met all applicable parking requirements when initially constructed or established, but that do not meet current parking requirements due to changes to the building or use.
- Increases in building size.
a. When there is an increase in gross building square footage or, in the case of a residential project, an increase in the number of residential units, additional bicycle parking shall be provided in accordance with chapter 17.608 unless—
i. the increase in building square footage is less than 15% or, in the case of a residential project, the increase in the number of residential units is less than 15%; and
ii. it is physically infeasible to accommodate the additional bicycle spaces.
- b. When additional bicycle parking is required by this subsection D.1, it is required only for the additional gross building square footage or residential units.
- Change in use.
- a. When a conditional use permit is required for a new use, parking shall be provided in accordance with chapter 17.608.
b. When a conditional use permit is not required, no additional bicycle parking is required.
E. Restaurant outdoor seating. Square footage allocated to restaurant outdoor seating is not included in calculating the minimum off-street vehicle parking requirement for restaurants.
- F. Affordable housing and senior housing.
The bicycle parking requirement is reduced by 50% for each senior housing unit.
For purposes of this section, an "affordable housing unit" is a housing unit restricted to occupancy by a lower or very low income household as defined in California Health and Safety Code section 50079.5. A "senior housing unit" is a housing unit restricted to occupancy based on age requirements for older persons under California Civil Code section 51.3.
- G. Accessibility and electric vehicle charging.
If a building permit requires an existing off-street parking facility to comply with any building standards or other requirements in the Sacramento City Building Code related to accessibility, or if accessible parking spaces are otherwise created, the number of parking spaces required by this title may be reduced, redesigned, and restriped as necessary without issuance of a permit under this title.
If a building permit requires an existing off-street parking facility to comply with any building standards or other requirements in the Sacramento City Building Code related to electric vehicle charging spaces or if electric vehicle charging spaces are otherwise created, the number of parking spaces required by this title may be reduced, redesigned and restriped, as necessary without issuance of a permit under this title.
H. Exemptions for small lots. Off-street parking is not required for nonresidential uses on lots of 6,400 square feet or less.
I. Exemptions for nonresidential uses in residential mixed use development. Off-street parking is not required for non-residential uses in mixed use buildings in which at least 50% of the building's square footage is devoted to residential uses.
J. Exemptions for adaptive reuse. Bicycle parking is not required for those portions of historic resources that are converted from nonresidential uses to residential uses.
K. Exemptions for accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units. When parking is removed in conjunction with the construction of an accessory dwelling unit or junior accessory dwelling unit, no replacement parking is required for the accessory dwelling unit or other dwelling units on the same lot. (Ord. 2025-0007 § 32; Ord. 2024-0017 § 57; Ord. 2021-0023 § 40; Ord. 2021-0015 § 4; Ord. 2018-0055 § 16; Ord. 2017-0061 § 75; Ord. 20130020 § 1; Ord. 2013-0007 § 1)
17.608.030 Parking requirement by land use type and parking district. ¶
A. Parking districts established. The following parking districts are established as shown in Figure 17.608-1: Central Business and Arts & Entertainment, Urban, Traditional, and Suburban.
Figure 17.608-1
B. Maximum number of off-street vehicle parking spaces. Table 17.608.030B establishes the maximum number of off-street vehicle parking spaces allowed for land uses within each parking district. There are no minimum off-street vehicle parking requirements for any land use.
Table 17.608.030B
Maximum On-site Vehicle Parking Spaces by Parking Districts
| Land Use | Central Business and Arts & entertainment District |
Urban District | Traditional District | Suburban District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto-sales, storage, rental |
Maximum 1 space per 400 gross square feet of building |
No maximum | No maximum | No maximum |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Bar; nightclub | Maximum 1 space per 400 gross square feet of building |
No maximum | No maximum | No maximum |
| Bed and breakfast inn | Maximum 1 space per 400 gross square feet of building |
No maximum | No maximum | No maximum |
| Commercial service | Maximum 1 space per 400 gross square feet of building |
No maximum | No maximum | No maximum |
| Hotel; motel | Maximum 1 space per 400 gross square feet of building |
No maximum | No maximum | No maximum |
| Manufacturing, service, and repair |
No maximum | Maximum 1 space per 500 gross square feet of building |
Maximum 1 space per 500 gross square feet of building |
Maximum 1 space per 500 gross square feet of building |
| Multi-unit dwelling | Maximum 1 space per dwelling unit |
No maximum | No maximum | No maximum |
| Office | Maximum 1 space per 400 gross square feet of building |
Maximum 1 space per 250 gross square feet of building |
Maximum 1 space per 250 gross square feet of building |
Maximum 1 space per 250 gross square feet of building |
| Restaurant | Maximum 1 space per 400 gross square feet of building |
No maximum | No maximum | No maximum |
| Retail store | Maximum 1 space per 400 gross square feet of building |
No maximum | No maximum | No maximum |
| Superstore | Maximum 1 space per 400 gross square feet of building |
No maximum | No maximum | No maximum |
| Warehouse; distribution center |
No maximum | Maximum 1 space per 500 gross square feet of building |
Maximum 1 space per 500 gross square feet of building |
Maximum 1 space per 500 gross square feet of building |
C. Bicycle parking requirements. Bicycle parking requirements are established for land uses in each parking district as stated in Table 17.608.030C.
Table 17.608.030C
Bicycle Parking Requirements by Parking Districts
| Land Use | Central Business and Arts & Entertainment District, Urban District, and Traditional District |
Central Business and Arts & Entertainment District, Urban District, and Traditional District |
Suburban District | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Residential Uses | Long-Term | Short-Term | Long-Term | Short-Term |
| Single-unit, duplex dwelling |
No spaces required | No spaces required | No spaces required | No spaces required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Accessory dwelling unit | No minimum requirements |
No minimum requirements |
No minimum requirements |
No minimum requirements |
| Junior accessory dwelling unit |
No minimum requirements |
No minimum requirements |
No minimum requirements |
No minimum requirements |
| Multi-unit dwelling (3 units or more) a) With private garage or dedicated storage space for each unit |
No spaces required | 0.1 space per 10 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
No spaces required | 1 space per 20 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| b) Without private garage or dedicated storage space for each unit |
1 space per 2 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 10 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 2 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 20 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Fraternity or sorority house; dormitory |
1 space per 2 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 10 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 2 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 2 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Residential hotel (SRO) | 1 space per 2 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 10 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 2 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 20 dwelling units or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| 2. Commercial Uses | Long-Term | Short-Term | Long-Term | Short-Term |
| Auto sales lot, service | 1 space per 10,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 20,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 12,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 20,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Bed and breakfast inn | No spaces required | No spaces required | No spaces required | No spaces required |
| Commercial services (except those specifically included in table) |
1 space per 10,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 2,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 12,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 5,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Hotel; motel | 1 space per 30 rooms or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 60 rooms or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 40 rooms or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 80 rooms or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Office; medical clinic or office; tutoring center |
1 space per 6,667 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 20,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 10,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 20,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Restaurant; bar; brew pub; wine bar |
1 space per 10,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 2,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 12,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 5,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Retail store | 1 space per 10,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 2,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 12,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 5,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Stand-alone parking facility |
1 space per 20 vehicle parking spaces or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
No spaces required | 1 space per 20 vehicle parking spaces or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
No spaces required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 3. Industrial Uses | Long-Term | Short-Term | Long-Term | Short-Term |
| Wholesale warehousing and manufacturing |
1 space per 12,000 gross square feet of building |
2 spaces | 1 space per 15,000 gross square feet of building |
2 spaces |
| Towing service, vehicle storage yard |
No spaces required | No spaces required | No spaces required | No spaces required |
| Mini storage; locker building |
No spaces required | No spaces required | No spaces required | No spaces required |
| 4. Recreational Uses | Long-Term | Short-Term | Long-Term | Short-Term |
| Athletic club; fitness studio |
1 space per 10,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 2,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 12,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 2,400 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Bowling alley | 1 space per 10 lanes or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 2 lanes or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 20 lanes or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 4 lanes or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Land Use | Central Business and Arts & Entertainment District, Urban District, and Traditional District |
Central Business and Arts & Entertainment District, Urban District, and Traditional District |
Suburban District | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card room, bingo, and similar uses with seating |
1 space per 10,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 3,333 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 20,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 6,666 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Pool hall, billiard hall | 1 space per 10,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 3,333 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 20,000 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 6,666 gross square feet of building or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Courts for games played with 4 or fewer players, such as racquetball, tennis, handball |
1 space per 15 courts or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 7.5 courts or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 30 courts or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 15 courts or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Indoor fields, such as soccer, volleyball, hockey |
((36 x no. of fields + spectator occupancy) ÷ 5)x(0.05) or 2 spaces, whichever is greater) |
((36 x no. of fields + spectator occupancy) ÷ 5)x(0.05) or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
((72 x no. of fields + spectator occupancy) ÷ 3)x(0.1) or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
((72 x no. of fields + spectator occupancy) ÷ 3)x(0.1) or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| Batting cages; golf driving range (indoor or outdoor) |
1 space per 15 batting stands or tees or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 12 batting stands or tees or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 30 batting stands or tees or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
1 space per 24 batting stands or tees or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
| 5. Other Uses | Long-Term | Short-Term | Long-Term | Short-Term |
| Assembly-cultural, religious, social; theater; night club |
1 space per 13 employees or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
Spaces for 5% of occupancy |
1 space per 13 employees or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
Spaces for 2% of occupancy |
| Childcare center | No spaces required | 2 spaces | No spaces required | No spaces required |
| Hospital | 1 space per 13 employees or 1 space |
1 space per 20,000 gross square feet of |
1 space per 20 employees or 1 space |
1 space per 20,000 gross square feet of |
| per 50,000 gross square feet of building, whichever is greater |
building, or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
per 50,000 gross square feet of building, whichever is greater |
building, or 2 spaces, whichever is greater |
|
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Kennel | No spaces required | No spaces required | No spaces required | No spaces required |
| Nursing home | No spaces required | 2 spaces | No spaces required | 2 spaces |
| School requiring a conditional use permit |
1 space per 7 employees | 1 space per 10,000 gross square feet of building |
1 space per 15 employees |
1 space per 10,000 gross square feet of building |
| Other | Determined by the Zoning Administrator |
(Ord. 2025-0007 § 33; Ord. 2024-0017 § 58; Ord. 2021-0023 §§ 41, 42; Ord. 2019-0006 § 11; Ord. 2017-0061 §§ 76, 77; Ord. 2017-0008 § 8; Ord. 2013-0020 § 1; Ord. 2013-0007 § 1)
17.608.040 Development standards for off-street parking facilities. ¶
All parking facilities shall conform to the standards in this section.
A. Location of parking. Except for required off-street parking in M- zones and for single unit and duplex dwellings, on-site vehicle parking facilities in the Central Business and Arts & Entertainment District, Urban District, and Traditional District shall be located to the rear or interior side of the building and not in front of the building.
B. Use of off-street parking facilities. Off-street parking facilities shall be used for automobile and bicycle parking only. No sales, storage, repair work, dismantling, or servicing of any kind is permitted.
C. Off-street parking facility shall function properly. No off-street parking facility shall be approved which, in the judgment of the planning director, cannot properly function due to the site configuration, building obstruction, or restricted access and turning radius, or which requires excessive maneuvering.
D. Vehicle parking spaces to function independently. Each parking space in an off-street vehicle parking facilities shall function independently of any other parking space, with the following exceptions:
Tandem parking spaces. Off-street vehicle parking facilities that serve a single-unit dwelling, duplex dwelling, or multi-unit dwelling, or off-street vehicle parking facilities that are designated by posted sign as parking exclusively for office employees, may utilize tandem parking spaces.
Attendant parking. Attendant vehicle parking is permitted with a director-level site plan and design review, as provided in section 17.808.120. The director may waive or reduce off-street vehicle parking facility development standards required by this chapter as part of site plan and design review.
Stacked parking. Off-street vehicle parking structures that utilize mechanical lifts for stacking parked cars are allowed.
E. Surfacing, drainage, and striping. Off-street parking facilities shall meet the surfacing and drainage requirements in section 17.612.020. All vehicle parking spaces shall be marked on the parking area.
- F. Minimum dimensions for vehicle parking spaces.
Single-unit and duplex dwellings. Unless a parking pad that meets the requirements of section 17.624.060 is provided, the minimum dimensions for a garage or carport shall be 10 feet wide and 20 feet deep. The driveway shall conform to the requirements of chapter 17.508.
Off-street vehicle parking facilities shall conform to the parking space and maneuvering dimensions in the tables below. Single-unit and duplex dwelling units are exempt from the maneuvering dimensions.
a. Standard vehicle spaces. Standard off-street vehicle parking spaces shall meet the following minimum dimensions:
| Type | Space Width | Space Depth | Maneuvering Width |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 degree | 8.5 feet | 18 feet | 24 feet |
| 60 degree | 8.5 feet | 19 feet | 20 feet; 16 feet for one-way traffic |
| 45 degree | 8.5 feet | 18 feet | 20 feet; 12 feet for one-way traffic |
| 30 degree | 8.5 feet | 15 feet | 20 feet; 11 feet for one-way traffic |
| Parallel | 8 feet | 22 feet | 20 feet; 11 feet for one-way traffic |
| Other | To be determined by the planning director |
b. Compact car spaces. Up to 50% of all required and non-required vehicle parking spaces, excluding accessible spaces, may be sized for compact cars. Compact car spaces shall be clearly marked "COMPACT CARS" and shall meet the following minimum dimensions:
| Type | Space Width | Space Depth | Maneuvering Width |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 degree | 8 feet | 15 feet | 24 feet |
| 60 degree | 8 feet | 17 feet | 20 feet; 16 feet for one-way traffic |
| 45 degree | 8 feet | 16 feet | 20 feet; 12 feet for one-way traffic |
| 30 degree | 8 feet | 13 feet | 20 feet; 11 feet for one-way traffic |
| Other | To be determined by the planning director |
c. Electric vehicle charging spaces and electric vehicle charging stations. The number of electric vehicle charging spaces and electric vehicle charging stations are determined by the Sacramento city building code. Electric vehicle charging stations shall be clearly marked "EV CHARGING ONLY."
- Scooter and motorcycle spaces. Scooter and motorcycle spaces shall be a minimum of four feet wide and eight feet long.
G. Vehicle overhang as planter area. Up to two feet of the required vehicle parking space depth used for a vehicle overhang may be improved and maintained as a planter; provided, that the planter is a minimum of six feet wide and is not located in a required minimum front or street side setback area.
H. Access to the required on-site parking shall be provided by a driveway that complies with chapter 17.508.
I. Vehicle maneuvering width. Maneuvering width shall not be located in the public right-of-way, except that a public alley may be utilized as required maneuvering space for adjacent parking facilities.
J. Setback areas. Except for single-unit and duplex dwellings, off-street vehicle parking spaces and maneuvering areas shall not be located in any required minimum front or street side setback areas.
K. Tree shading. Off-street vehicle parking facilities shall comply with the shading and landscaping requirements in chapter 17.612.
L. Exterior lighting. Exterior lighting shall be provided for all off-street vehicle and bicycle parking facilities and shall conform to the following requirements:
- Exterior lighting shall meet the following performance standards:
- a. Minimum maintained illumination of 1½ foot-candles per square foot of parking area during business hours;
and
b. Minimum maintained illumination of ¼ foot candles per square foot of surface area of all walkways, alcoves, and passageways serving the parking lot from one-half hour before dusk to one-half hour after dawn.
Exterior lighting shall be designed in coordination with the landscaping plan to minimize interference between the light standards and required illumination and the landscape trees and required shading.
All light fixtures shall be vandal resistant.
Exterior lighting shall be shielded or otherwise designed to avoid spill-over illumination to adjacent streets and properties.
M. Directional signage. If a development project includes directional signage to an off-street vehicle parking facility, the signage shall also indicate the location of bicycle parking and the existence of electric vehicle charging stations.
- N. Bicycle parking facility requirements.
- Long-term bicycle parking.
a. Location. If a long-term bicycle parking facility is located in an area not visible from the main entrance of the building it serves, a safe access route from the main entrance to the bicycle parking facility, with nighttime lighting and directional signage, shall be provided.
- b. Minimum space dimensions for bicycle lockers. Bicycle lockers shall be situated to allow a minimum of five feet clear space at the door for access.
c. Minimum space dimensions for secured enclosures. The stationary racks in a secured bicycle parking enclosure shall be adequately spaced to prevent conflicts with adjacent bicycle handlebars, rear racks, baskets, and the like. A minimum area of 2 feet wide, 6 feet long, and a 5 foot maneuvering space per bicycle, or alternative configuration providing comparable access and ease of use, shall be provided. When arranged in aisles, a minimum four foot clear space is required when all of the racks are in use.
- Short-term bicycle parking.
a. Location. Required short-term bicycle parking facilities shall be located in an area visible from and within 200 feet of the primary entrance of the building served, and may be located on site, off-site, or in the public right-ofway. Existing bicycle parking spaces located in the public right-of-way immediately adjacent to a parcel may be counted toward the required bicycle parking requirement.
b. Minimum dimensions. Short-term bicycle parking facilities shall provide a minimum area of 2 feet wide, 6 feet long, and a 5 foot maneuvering space per bicycle, or alternative configuration providing comparable access and ease of use, and shall be placed to maintain a clear path of travel for pedestrians.
- Surface. Bicycle parking facilities shall be located on a well-drained ground surface.
- O. Electric vehicle charging spaces and electric vehicle charging stations.
Electric vehicle charging stations and electric vehicle charging spaces shall comply with the requirements in the Sacramento city building code.
All off-street parking facilities, shall provide electric vehicle charging stations and electric vehicle charging spaces in compliance with the provisions in the Sacramento city building code. (Ord. 2024-0017, § 59; Ord. 20210015 § 5; Ord. 2019-0006 § 12; Ord. 2017-0061 § 78; Ord. 2017-0008 § 9; Ord. 2013-0020 § 1; Ord. 2013-0007 § 1)
17.608.050 Off-street loading and unloading space. ¶
A. Off-street loading and unloading space required. The following loading and unloading space shall be provided and maintained for retail and wholesale markets, warehouses, hotels, hospitals, laundry and dry cleaning establishments, and other places where large amounts of goods are received or shipped. Fractional requirements are omitted.
For a building less than 10,000 square feet in gross floor area, none is required.
For a building with 10,000 to 40,000 square feet in gross floor area, one space is required.
For a building with greater than 40,000 square feet in gross floor area, one space is required for each 40,000 square feet in total gross floor area.
- B. Minimum dimensions. A loading and unloading space shall be at least 10 feet wide, 14 feet high, and 40 feet long.
C. Location. A loading and unloading space shall not be located in the public right-of-way. (Ord. 2013-0020 § 1; Ord. 2013-0007 § 1)
17.608.060 Alternatives to standard parking requirements; other modifications. ¶
A. Administrative parking permit. Alternatives and other modifications to the standard off-street parking requirements stated in this subsection A are permitted with approval of an administrative parking permit. The planning director shall approve an application for an administrative parking permit if the alternatives proposed in the application substantially conform to the requirements in this section.
- On-site alternatives to required vehicle off-street parking. One or more of the following alternatives may be substituted for required off-street parking spaces on the same parcel or integrated development site as the land use the spaces serve:
a. Additional bicycle parking. Four non-required bicycle parking spaces may be substituted for one on-site vehicle parking space, up to a maximum of two spaces or 10% of the required on-site vehicle parking spaces, whichever is greater.
b. Zero-emission carsharing. One zero-emission carshare space may be substituted for four required on-site vehicle parking spaces up to a maximum of 20% of the required on-site vehicle parking spaces. "Zero-emission carshare space" means a parking space reserved for a zero-emission vehicle that can be rented or reserved for short periods of time, such as by the hour or minute.
c. Scooter and motorcycle parking. One scooter or motorcycle space may be substituted for one on-site vehicle parking space, up to a maximum of two spaces or 10% of the required on-site vehicle parking spaces, whichever is greater.
d. Shared parking. Required off-street parking facilities may be shared between two separate land uses upon demonstrating that the uses utilize the parking spaces at different times.
e. On-street parking. Each on-street parking space directly adjacent to the subject parcel may be substituted for one on-site vehicle parking space. If the parking in the street is unmarked, each 24 feet of adjacent street frontage that can be legally parked shall equal one on-street parking space.
f. Shared bicycles. Shared bicycles provided on-site for the use of employee commutes and off-site trips may be substituted for up to a maximum of two spaces or 10% of the required on-site vehicle parking spaces, whichever is greater. Two shared bicycles are equivalent to one on-site vehicle parking space.
g. Transportation management plan. The required number of on-site vehicle parking spaces for a development site or use shall be reduced by 35% if a transportation management plan permit has been approved under chapter 17.700.
h. Additional electric vehicle charging station. One electric vehicle charging station utilizing an electric vehicle charger level 2 or an electric vehicle direct current fast charger may be substituted for two parking spaces.
- Off-site alternatives to vehicle off-street parking. Off-street parking may be located on a parcel other than the parcel or integrated development site served by the off-street parking, if it is located within the distances specified, and it complies with the requirements stated below:
a. In the Central Business and Arts & Entertainment District and the Urban District, off-street parking for residential uses may be located off-site within 400 feet of the use served. Off-street parking for nonresidential uses
may be located off-site within 1,250 feet of the use served.
b. In the traditional parking district and the suburban parking district, off- street parking for residential uses may be located off-site within 300 feet of the use served. Off-street parking for nonresidential uses may be located within 600 feet of the use served.
c. If the parcel designated for off-street parking is not in the same ownership as the site the parking will serve, the application shall include written evidence that users of the site that the off-site parking will serve will have rights to use the off-site parking parcel for required parking.
- Exceeding maximum vehicle parking requirement in parking structures. The maximum vehicle parking requirement for uses that provide off-street parking in parking structures may be exceeded if:
a. The off-street parking is made available for public or shared-parking at all times during off-peak hours; and
b. The parking structure incorporates active ground floor uses such as retail, restaurants, or offices.
- Alternative vehicle parking space dimensions and maneuvering widths. Alternatives to the minimum parking space dimensions in section 17.608.040.F may be approved if the alternative space dimensions do not cause vehicle stacking in the adjacent public right-of-way.
B. Alternatives to required vehicle off-street parking-Parking beyond specified distances of use served. Required off-street parking provided at distances farther than the distances specified in subsection A.2 are allowed with a zoning administrator's conditional use permit. (Ord. 2021-0024 § 33; Ord. 2021-0015 § 6; Ord. 2019-0006 § 13; Ord. 20170061 § 79; Ord. 2013-0020 § 1; Ord. 2013-0007 § 1)
17.608.070 Waiver of minimum and maximum parking requirements. ¶
A. Waiver of required off-street parking minimum. Up to and including 75% of the required number of off-street vehicle and bicycle parking spaces may be waived with a director-level site plan and design review. Greater than 75% of the required number of off-street vehicle and bicycle parking spaces may be waived with a planning and design commission site plan and design review.
B. Exceeding the maximum vehicle parking requirement. The maximum vehicle parking requirement for office projects or any project in the Central Business District and Arts & Entertainment parking district may be exceeded with a director-level site plan and design review, if supported by at least one of the following findings in addition to the findings specified in section 17.808.180:
Alternatives to driving to work are not available to employees of the project due to inadequate pedestrian, bicycle, and transit facilities;
The project will operate at times when transit service is not available or when it is not safe to walk or bicycle to the project site;
On-street parking in adjacent residential neighborhoods would be impacted by the project, and no other measures to reduce this impact (other than additional off-street parking) is feasible; or
Unique characteristics of the project require more parking than that which is otherwise allowed. (Ord. 20170061 § 80; Ord. 2013-0020 § 1; Ord. 2013-0007 § 1)