Title 18 — DEVELOPMENT CODE

Chapter 18.48 — PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS

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Sections:

18.48.010 - Purpose of Chapter 18.48.020 - Applicability 18.48.030 - General Parking and Loading Regulations 18.48.040 - Number of Parking Spaces Required

18.48.050 - Adjustments to Off-Street Parking Requirements

18.48.060 - Accessible Parking Requirements

18.48.070 - Development Standards for Off-Street Parking

18.48.080 - Driveways and Site Access

18.48.090 - Bicycle Parking and Support Facilities

18.48.100 - Off-Street Loading Space Requirements

18.48.110 - Downtown Parking

18.48.010 - Purpose of Chapter

This Chapter provides off-street parking and loading standards to:

  • A. Provide for the general welfare and convenience of persons within the Town by ensuring sufficient parking facilities to meet the needs generated by the specific use;

  • B. Provide accessible, attractive, secure and well-maintained off-street parking and loading facilities;

  • C. Increase public safety by reducing congestion on public streets;

  • D. Encourage the use of alternative modes of transportation and other trip reduction measures;

  • E. Ensure access and maneuverability for emergency vehicles; and

  • F. Provide loading and delivery facilities in proportion to the needs of the proposed use.

18.48.020 - Applicability

Every use, including a change or expansion of a use or structure, shall have appropriately maintained off-street parking and loading areas in compliance 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.

18.48.030 - General Parking and Loading Regulations

  • A. Retention and maintenance of parking and loading areas. All covered or uncovered offstreet parking and loading facilities required by this Chapter shall be permanently reserved for parking and loading purposes.

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  1. The Director may approve the temporary reduction of parking or loading spaces in conjunction with a seasonal or intermittent use for not more than 90 days in any calendar year.

  2. All parking facilities including, but not limited to, curbs, directional markings, accessible symbols, landscaping, pavement, signs, striping and wheel stops, and other facilities, shall be permanently maintained by the property owner/tenant in good repair, free of litter and debris, potholes, obstructions and stored material.

  • B. Parking and loading to be unrestricted. Owners, lessees, tenants or persons having control of the operation of a premises for which parking or loading spaces are required by this Chapter shall not prevent, prohibit or restrict authorized persons from using these spaces without prior approval of the Director.

  • C. Vehicles for sale. Vehicles, trailers or other personal property shall not be parked upon a public or private street, parking lot, or public or private property for the purpose of displaying the vehicle, trailer or other personal property for sale, hire or rental, unless the property is appropriately zoned and the vendor is licensed to transact business at that location.

  • D. Company-owned vehicle parking in residential zones. The parking of company vehicles is allowed in any residential zoning district in compliance with the following standards:

    1. No more than one company-owned vehicle in excess of 10,000 lbs gross vehicle weight shall be permitted to be stored or parked on a residentially zoned parcel where it is visible from the street or adjacent streets.

    2. No more than one piece of company-owned heavy equipment/construction equipment up to 30 feet in length per parcel where it is visible from the street or adjacent properties.

    3. No more than one tow truck up to 30 feet in length per parcel.

    4. The number of parking spaces required by this Chapter does not include spaces required for the parking of company-owned vehicles in excess of 10,000 lbs gross vehicle weight or 30 feet in length. One additional parking space shall be provided for each additional vehicle or equipment referenced in Section 18.48.030.D.1, 2, and 3 above. (i.e., for a single-family dwelling two spaces would need to be provided for the residence and one additional space would need to be provided for a company-owned vehicle in excess of 10,000 lbs gross vehicle weight or 30 feet in length for a total of three on-site parking spaces).

18.48.040 - Number of Parking Spaces Required

Each use shall provide at least the minimum number of off-street parking spaces required by this Chapter, except where an exception has been granted through approval of a land use permit.

  • A. Parking requirements by land use. Each land use shall be provided the number of off-street parking spaces required by Table 3-8.

    1. Additional requirements. Additional spaces may be required by the review authority through land use permit conditions of approval, where applicable.

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2. Uses not listed. Land uses not specifically listed by Table 3-8 (Parking requirements by land use), below, shall provide parking as required by the review authority. The review authority shall use the requirements of Table 3-8 as a general guide in determining the minimum number of off-street parking spaces to be provided.

3. Rounding of quantities. When a calculation of the number of parking spaces required results in a fraction of 0.50 or more, the number of required spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number.

  • B. Expansion of existing structure, change in use. When a structure is enlarged or increased in capacity or intensity, or when a change in use requires more off-street parking, additional parking spaces for the enlargement or increase in capacity or intensity shall be provided in compliance with this Chapter.

  • C. Multiple uses on a single site. A site or facility proposed for multiple tenants or uses (for example, a building with ground-floor shops and second floor offices) shall provide the aggregate number of parking spaces required for each separate use; except where the site is developed as a shopping center, the parking ratio shall be that required for the shopping center as a whole as provided in Table 3-8.

  • D. Parking required by permits, Development Agreements or Specific Plans. Parking requirements established by Use Permits, Development Agreements, Specific Plans or similar entitlements supersede the provisions of this Chapter.

  • E. Excessive parking. The parking standards established in this Chapter are both minimum and maximum standards. Off-street parking spaces in excess of these standards may be approved only in conjunction with a land use permit, and when additional landscaping and pedestrian improvements are also provided. When a project proposal includes parking in excess of the number of spaces required by this Chapter, the review authority shall approve no more than 20 percent more spaces than otherwise required.

  • F. Bench or bleacher seating. Where fixed seating is provided in the form of benches or bleachers, a seat shall be construed to be not less than 24 inches of continuous bench space for the purpose of calculating the number of required parking spaces.

  • G. Company-owned vehicles. The number of parking spaces required by this Chapter does not include spaces needed for the parking of company-owned vehicles. Parking spaces for company-owned vehicles shall be provided in addition to the requirements for a particular land use.

  • H. Restaurants adjacent to Truckee River. Outdoor seating and dining areas for restaurants and cafes (except counter-service restaurants and table service restaurants that provide only outdoor dining) adjacent to the Truckee River shall be exempt from complying with the parking requirements of this Chapter and paying in-lieu parking fees, up to a maximum of 10 parking spaces. The outdoor seating and dining areas shall front the Truckee River, shall provide views of the Truckee River, and shall be accessible to the public during business hours. The outdoor seating and dining areas may be covered but shall not be enclosed. Parking required to serve the outdoor seating and dining in excess of 10 parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter. For example, if the outdoor seating and dining area is 1,200

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square feet in size, two parking spaces shall be required for the outdoor seating and dining area (12 parking spaces required for 1,200 s.f. - exemption for 10 spaces = 2 spaces).

TABLE 3-8 PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE


(12 parking spaces required for 1,200 s.f. - exemption for 10 spaces = 2 spaces).
(12 parking spaces required for 1,200 s.f. - exemption for 10 spaces = 2 spaces).
TABLE 3-8
PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE
Land Use Type:
Manufacturing Processing and Warehousing		 Vehicle Spaces Required
General manufacturing, industrial and processing uses
(See Section 18.12.030, Table 2-7,
“Manufacturing, Industrial & Processing
Uses” for examples.)		 2 spaces per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area for the
first 25,000 sq. ft.; and 1 space per each 1,000 sq. ft.
thereafter. The gross floor area shall include incidental
office space comprising less than 20% of the total gross
floor area. The parking requirements for additional office
space shall be calculated separately as provided by this
tablefor “Offices.”
Breweries 2 spaces per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area for the
first 25,000 sq. ft., and 1 space per each 1,000 sq. ft.
thereafter for production uses. The parking requirements
for each ancillary use (e.g., restaurant, bar and drinking
establishment, retail) shall be calculated as provided by
this table.
Laundries and dry cleaning plants 1space pereach 1,000 sq.ft. ofgrossfloorarea
Recyclingfacilities Determined by UsePermit.
Warehouse and storage facilities (for example,
long-term storage facilities)		 1 space per each 2,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area for the
first 10,000 sq. ft., and 1 space per each 5,000 sq .ft.
thereafter. The gross floor area shall include incidental
office space comprising less than 20% of the total gross
floor area. The parking requirements for additional office
space shall be calculated separately as provided by this
tablefor “Offices.”
Wholesale and distribution operations not used
exclusively for storage.		 1 space per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area for the
first 10,000 sq. ft., and 1 space per each 3,000 sq. ft.
thereafter. The gross floor area shall include incidental
office space comprising less than 20% of the total gross
floor area. The parking requirements for additional office
space shall be calculated separately as provided by this
table for “Offices.”

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TABLE 3-8 PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)

TABLE 3-8
PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)		 TABLE 3-8
PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)
Land Use Type:
Recreation, Education, Public Assembly		 Vehicle Spaces Required
Child day care
Centers		 1 space per each 7 children, plus adequate drop-off area
as approved by theDirector.
Large family day care homes 1 space per each employee and 1 space for drop-off/pick-
up,in addition to the required residential spaces.
Public assembly uses; community centers; membership
organization facilities; mortuaries, theaters and event
spaces,religious retreats,organizational camps		 1 space per each 3 seats; without fixed seats, 1 space per
each 50 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus ancillary uses (e.g.,
bar,restaurant)
Cinemas
Single-screen		 1 spaceper each 3 seats, plus 6 spaces for employees
Multi-screen 1space pereach5 seats, plus10 spacesforemployees.
Golf courses and country clubs 3 spaces per hole; plus clubhouse spaces as required for
restaurants, bars, indoor recreation/fitness centers, office,
etc.
Equestrian facilities, commercialorpublic Determined by UsePermit
Golf driving ranges (separate from golf course) 2 spaces per tee.
Indoor recreation /fitness centers
Arcades		 1 spaceper each 200 sq. ft. ofgross floor area
Bowling alleys 5 spaces per lane, plusrequired spacesforancillary uses.
Health/fitnessfacilities 1space pereach 250 sq.ft. ofgrossfloorarea.
Pooland billiardrooms 2spaces pertable, plusrequired spaceforancillary uses.
Skating rinks 1 space per each 400 sq. ft. of gross floor area for public
use, plusrequired spacesforancillary uses.
Libraries, museums 1 space per each 500 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus 1
space perofficialvehicle.
Outdoor commercial recreation Determined byUse Permit
Parks and playgrounds, privaterecreational facilities Determined by applicable land use permit (e.g., Use
Permit,MinorUsePermit)
Ski lift facilities and ski runs Determined by Use Permit

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PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)

TABLE 3-8
PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)		 TABLE 3-8
PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)
Land Use Type:
Recreation, Education, Public Assembly (Continued)		 Vehicle Spaces Required
Schools (public and private)
Elementary/Junior High 2 spaces per each classroom, plus 1 space for every 200
sq. ft. of assemblyarea in an auditorium.
High School 3 spaces per each classroom, plus 1 space for every 6
students
College As determined byUse Permit.
Specialized educationand training 1space pereach50 sq.ft. ofgross classroom floorarea.
Studiosforart, dance,music, photography, etc. 1space pereach 200 sq.ft. ofgrossfloorarea.
Tennis/racquetball/handball or other courts 2 spaces per each court, plus 1 space per each 200 sq. ft.
of floor area for ancillary uses.

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TABLE 3-8 PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued )

TABLE 3-8
PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)		 TABLE 3-8
PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)
Land Use Type:
Residential Uses		 Vehicle Spaces Required
Accessory dwelling units 1 space, in addition to that required for the single-family
dwelling, unless exempt underSection 18.58.025.
Group quarters
(Including boarding houses, rooming houses,
dormitories, and organizational houses such as
residential care homes)		 1 space per each bed, plus 1 space per each 8 beds for
guest parking, 1 space per each employee on largest shift.
Mobile homes (in M.H. parks) 2 spaces per each mobile home (tandem parking allowed
in an attached carport), plus 1 guest parking space for each
4 units.
Multifamily dwelling, including condominiums,
townhouses, townhomes and other attached dwellings.		 Studio and 1 bedroom units - 1.5 spaces per each unit with
1 space per unit in a fully enclosed garage. Spaces not
required to be ingarage for affordable housingunits.
2 bedrooms or more - 2 spaces per each unit, with 1 space
per unit in a fully enclosed garage. Spaces not required to
be ingarage for affordable housingunits.
Guestparking- 25%of total required spaces.
Mixed-use developments Determined byUse Permit.
Senior citizen congregate care/Congregate care housing 0.5 space per each residential unit, plus 1 space per each
4 units forguests and employees.
Single-familydwelling 2 spaces.

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TABLE 3-8
PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)		 TABLE 3-8
PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)
Land Use Type:
Retail Trade		 Vehicle Spaces Required
Automobile, mobile home, vehicle, machinery and parts
sale		 1 space per each 400 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus 1
space per each 3,000 sq. ft. of outdoor display and sales
service area, plus 1 space per each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor
areafora parts department.
Building material sales, hardware stores, plant nurseries
and garden supply sales		 1 space per each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus 1
space per each 1,000 sq. ft. of outdoor display and sales
area.
Convenience stores 1 spaceper each 200 sq. ft. ofgross floor area.
Restaurants, table service; bars and drinking
establishments		 1 space per each 75 sq. ft. of gross floor area for patrons,
plus 1 space per each 300 sq. ft. of service area,
plus one space per each 100 sq. ft. of outdoor dining area.
See Section 18.48.040.H regarding restaurants adjacent to
theTruckeeRiver.
Restaurants, fast food; restaurants, drive-in or with
drive-through facilities;restaurants,coffee shop		 1 space per each 100 sq. ft. of gross floor area,
plus 1 spaceper each 100 sq. ft. of outdoor diningarea.
Retailstores
General merchandise, second hand stores 1 space per each 250 sq. ft. of gross sales area, plus 1
space per each 600 sq. ft. of storage area, and 1 space per
eachcompany vehicle.
Furniture, furnishings, and equipment and
warehouse retail stores		 1 space per each 500 sq. ft. of gross floor area and 1 space
per each company vehicle.
Shopping centers 1 space per each 250 sq. ft. of gross floor area for centers
of less than 30,000 sq. ft. and 1 space per each 300 sq .ft.
ofgross floor area for centers of 30,000 sq. ft. or more.

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TABLE 3-8
PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)		 TABLE 3-8
PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE (Continued)
Land Use Type:
Service Uses		 Vehicle Spaces Required
Banks andFinancial Institutions 1space pereach300 sq.ft. ofgrossfloorarea
Bed and Breakfast Inns 1 space per each guest room, in addition to the required
parkingfortheresidentialuse.
Copy and reproduction 1 space per each 400 sq. ft. of gross floor area.
Depots: bus,freight, or rail Determined by UsePermit
Construction/heavy equipment rental 1 per each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus 1 space per
each 1,000 sq. ft. of outdoor display, sales, storage, and
workarea.
Hotels and motels 1 space per each guest room, plus 1 space per each 2
employees on largest shift, plus required spaces for
accessory uses.
Kennels and animal boarding 1 space per each 500 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus 1
space for each 800 sq. ft. of boarding area
Medical services
Clinics,laboratories,medical/ dentaloffices 1space pereach 200 sq.ft. ofgrossfloorarea.
Extended care (elderly, skilled nursing facilities
and residential care homes)		 1 space per each 3 beds the facility is licensed to
accommodate
Hospitals 1 space per each patient bed the facility is licensed to
accommodate, plus 1 space per each 400 sq. ft. of office
area, plus required spaces for ancillary uses as determined
by theDirector.
Medical/dental labs 1space pereach300 sq.ft. ofgrossfloorarea.
Offices, business and professional 1 space per each 250 sq. ft. of gross floor area for the first
5,000 sq.ft. and1space pereach300 sq.ft. thereafter.
Pet grooming 1space pereach 400 sq.ft. ofgrossfloorarea.
Personalservices
Barber/beauty shops (and other personal services,
tattoo studios, massage therapy)		 1 space per each 250 sq. ft. of gross floor area.
Public buildings and structures Determined by Use Permit

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Land Use Type:
Service Uses (Continued)		 Vehicle Spaces Required
Dry cleaning pick-up facilities 1 space per each 400 sq. ft. of activity area (office,
reception area, counter area), plus 1 space per each 1, 000
sq.ft. ofstorage orworkarea.
Laundromats 1 spaceper each 250 sq. ft. ofgross floor area.
Repair/maintenance–consumer products 1space pereach 250 sq.ft. ofgrossfloorarea
Repair/maintenance– vehicles
Repair garage
Self-service vehicle washing
Full-service vehicle washing		 4 spaces per service bay, plus adequate queuing lanes for
each bay, plus 1 space for each 2 employees on the largest
shift.
2.5 spaces perwashing stall,forqueuing and drying.
10 spaces, plus 10 spaces per wash lane for drying area,
plus queuing areafor5 vehicles ahead ofeach lane.
Service stations 1 space per each 180 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus 3
spaces pereachservice bay.
Storage, personal storage facilities(mini-storage) 2 spaces for manager office.
Veterinary clinics animal hospitals, kennels, boarding 1 space per each 250 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus 1
spaceper each 800 sq. ft. of boardingarea.

18.48.050 - Adjustments to Off-Street Parking Requirements

  • A. Shared parking reduction. Where two or more non-residential uses are developed as a recognized shopping or professional center and two or more uses have distinct and differing peak traffic usage periods (for example, a theater and a bank) or share customers (for example, a restaurant and retail store), a reduction in the required number of parking spaces may be approved, provided that the most remote space is located within 500 feet of the use it is intended to serve (as measured along the most direct pedestrian path). The amount of reduction may be up to 25 percent of the total parking spaces required for the uses. A parking study analyzing peak hour parking demands for the uses may be required.

Mixed use projects that include residential uses may be eligible for parking space reduction incentives in compliance with Section 18.58.140 (Mixed Use Development).

  • B. Compact car spaces. Compact car spaces may be provided for up to 25 percent of the total number of required spaces. Compact car spaces shall be a minimum of eight feet by 14 feet in size and shall be clearly marked “Compact Only” in letters not less than 12 inches high and seven inches wide.

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  • C. Parking Exemptions. Residential, commercial and other development projects located within a half mile of a major transit stop shall provide off-street parking in compliance with this chapter unless exempt under State law.

18.48.060 - Accessible Parking Requirements

Parking areas shall include Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-accessible parking spaces in the following manner:

  • A. Number of spaces, design standards. Accessible parking spaces shall be provided in compliance with Section 1129B of the California Building Code of Regulations;

  • B. Reservation of spaces required. Accessible spaces required by this Chapter shall be reserved by the property owner/tenant for use by accessible parking users throughout the life of the approved land use;

  • C. Upgrading of markings required. If amendments to State law change standards for the marking, striping and signing of accessible parking spaces, accessible spaces shall be upgraded in compliance with the new State standards. Upgrading shall be completed by affected property owners within 60 days of being notified in writing by the Department of new State standards; and

  • D. Fulfilling of requirements. Accessible parking spaces required by this Chapter shall count toward fulfilling off-street parking requirements.

18.48.070 - Development Standards for Off-Street Parking

Off-street parking areas shall be designed and constructed in compliance with the following standards. See also Chapter 18.50 (Parking Design Guidelines).

  • A. Location. Off-street parking areas shall be provided on the subject site, outside of any public right-of-way, except that parking may be located on a parcel directly abutting the parcel served subject to a covenant running with the land recorded by the owner of the parking lot guaranteeing that the required parking will be maintained for the life of the use or activity served.

  • B. Access to parking areas and parking stalls.

    1. Driveway location and design. Site access driveways shall be located and designed in compliance with Section 18.48.080 (Driveways and Site Access.)

    2. Internal maneuvering area. Parking areas shall provide suitable maneuvering room so that vehicles enter an abutting street in a forward direction. Parking lots shall be designed to prevent access at any point other than at designated access drives. The Director may approve exceptions for single-family homes;

    3. Carpool and bicycle space location . Carpool and bicycle spaces shall be located as close as is practical to the entrance(s) to the use they are intended to serve. Spaces shall be situated so that they do not obstruct the flow of pedestrians at entrances or sidewalks; and

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4. Vertical clearance . A minimum unobstructed clearance height of 14 feet shall be maintained above areas accessible to vehicles.

  • C. Adjacent site access . Non-residential developments should be designed and constructed to provide shared vehicle and pedestrian access to adjacent non-residential properties for convenience, safety and efficient circulation. A joint access agreement running with the land shall be recorded by the owners of the abutting properties, as approved and executed by the Director, guaranteeing the continued availability of the shared access between the properties;

D. Parking space and lot dimensions.

1. Residential uses. Minimum parking dimensions shall be as indicated in Table 3-9. See also Figure 3-19.

TABLE 3-9 MINIMUM PARKING STALL AND LOT DIMENSIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL USES

**Length ** Width
Covered Spaces (garage/carport)
20 feet 10 feet;
12 feet if located parallel to an object(s) that
may obstruct vehicle doors.
Uncovered Spaces
Spaces shallconformto the standardsin Table 3-10.
Tandem Spaces
20 feet 9 feet

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2. Non-residential uses. Minimum parking dimensions shall be as indicated in Table 3-10. See also Figure 3-19.

TABLE 3-10 MINIMUM PARKING STALL AND LOT DIMENSIONS FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL USES

Standard Stall Standard Stall Compact Stall Compact Stall
Length Width Length Width
20 feet; 18 feet with
bumper overhang per
Subsection D.3		 9 feet 16 feet; 14 feet with
bumper overhang per
Subsection D.3		 8 feet
One-Way Traffic and Single-Loaded Aisles
Parking angle
(degrees)		 Stall depth (1) Aisle width
(travel lane)		 Total bay depth (2)
(approximate)
30 17feet (3) 14 feet 30feet
45 19feet (3) 15feet 35feet
60 20feet (4) 16feet 38feet
90 20 feet(4) 24 feet 44 feet
One-Way Traffic and Double-Loaded Aisles
Parking angle
(degrees)		 Stall depth (1) Aisle width
(travel lane)		 Total bay depth (2)
(approximate)
30 18feet (3) 14 feet 48feet
45 19feet (3) 15feet 55feet
60 20feet (4) 16feet 60feet
90 20 feet(4) 24 feet 64 feet
Two-Way Traffic and Double-Loaded Aisles
Parking angle
(degrees)		 Stall depth (1) Aisle width
(travel lane)		 Total bay depth (2)
(approximate)
30 18feet (3) 24 feet 60feet
45 19feet (3) 24 feet 62 feet
60 20 feet(4) 24 feet 64 feet
90 20 feet(4) 24 feet 64 feet

Notes:

(1) Stall depth may be reduced by two feet with bumper overhang per Subsection D.3.

(2) Bay depths are approximate and may not equal "stall depth + aisle width" because of parking angles.

(3) Stall depth may be reduced by three feet for compact spaces.

(4) Stall depth may be reduced by four feet for compact spaces.

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FIGURE 3-19 PARKING LOT DIMENSIONS

3. Bumper overhang areas. 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. A two-foot bumper overhang is also allowed over adjacent sidewalks provided that a minimum clear distance of four feet is maintained on the sidewalk at all times.

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4. Parallel parking spaces. Parallel parking spaces shall have minimum width of 10 feet and a minimum length of 20 feet (minimum length of 24 feet for end spaces). Aisle widths shall be 14 feet for one-way traffic and 24 feet for two-way traffic.

E. Directional arrows and signs:

  1. In parking facilities containing 40 or more 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 the traffic signs in addition to directional arrows to ensure the safe and efficient flow of vehicles in a parking facility.

  3. The exit from a parking area which provides parking for 40 or more vehicles shall be clearly marked with a vehicle “STOP” sign.

F. Grades of entrances, spaces and driveways.

1. Entrance.

  • a. Single-family. Driveways shall comply with the requirements of the Public Improvement and Engineering Standards.

  • b. Multifamily residential and non-residential development. Driveways shall comply with the requirements of the Public Improvement and Engineering Standards.

2. Parking spaces . Parking spaces and abutting access aisles shall have a maximum grade of seven percent, measured in any direction.

3. Interior driveways.

  - a. **Single-family.** Ramps or driveways within the interior of a parking area (beyond 20 feet from ultimate right-of-way line) shall comply with the requirements of the Public Improvement and Engineering Standards. 

  - b. **Multifamily residential and non-residential development.** Ramps or driveways within the interior of a parking area shall have a maximum grade of 12 percent.

4. Vertical clearance. Covered parking spaces shall have a vertical clearance of at least seven feet, six inches above the parking lot surface for all uses except residential. The Director may require a higher vertical clearance where necessary to comply with Section 1129B of the California Building Code of regulations for accessible parking.

  • G. Landscaping. Landscaping shall be provided in compliance with the requirements of Chapter 18.40 (Landscape Standards).

  • H. Lighting. Parking areas shall have lighting capable of providing adequate illumination for security and safety. Lighting standards shall be energy-efficient and in scale with the height

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and use of the on-site structure(s). Any illumination, including security lighting, shall be directed downward, away from adjacent properties and public rights-of-way in compliance with Section 18.30.060 (Exterior lighting).

  • I. Maintenance of parking facilities. Parking facilities shall be properly maintained at all times. Surface materials shall be free of holes and cracks. Painted markings (e.g., parking space striping, pedestrian crossings, directional markings, loading area identification, fire aisles, etc.) shall be maintained to be clearly visible to motorists and pedestrians. Landscaped areas shall be kept free of litter and shall be maintained in compliance with the requirements of Section 18.40.050.F (Installation and maintenance of landscape).

  • J. Residential garages - Minimum size. Garages shall be completely enclosed on four sides and have a solid roof. The minimum interior dimensions shall be 10 feet in width and 20 feet in length for a single-car garage and 20 feet in width by 20 feet in length for a two-car garage.

  • K. Residential guest parking. Guest parking in residential zoning districts shall be so designated and restricted, with appropriate signs/pavement markings, for the exclusive use of the guests.

  • L. Shopping cart storage. Parking facilities shall contain shopping cart storage areas for appropriate uses (e.g., supermarkets, drugstores, etc.). The number, dimensions and locations of these storage areas shall be determined by the Director.

  • M. Striping and identification. Parking spaces shall be clearly outlined with four-inch-wide lines painted on the surface of the parking facility. Compact and carpool spaces shall be clearly identified for compact vehicle and carpool usage respectively. Accessible parking spaces shall be striped and marked according to the applicable State standards. All parking lot striping shall be permanently maintained in good condition.

  • N. Surfacing . Parking spaces, driveways, and maneuvering areas for all vehicles (including motorcycles) shall be paved and permanently maintained with asphalt, concrete or other allweather surfacing approved by the Director. On single-family residential parcels, the primary access driveway to a garage and/or required parking spaces must be paved and permanently maintained with asphalt, concrete or other all-weather surfacing approved by the Town Engineer. Portions of the driveway within the Town right-of-way must be paved with asphalt. Non-vehicular access to secondary structures may be a graveled surface with approval by the Town Engineer.

  • O. Tandem parking . Tandem parking resulting in the stacking of no more than two parking spaces may be allowed to satisfy off-street parking requirements for single-family dwellings, accessory dwelling units, and bed and breakfasts. Tandem parking resulting in the stacking of two parking spaces within a garage shall not be allowed to satisfy off-street parking requirements.

  • P. Separation. Parking spaces shall be separated from adjacent fences, walls, property lines, landscaped areas and structures in accordance with the Public Improvements and Engineering Standards.

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18.48.080 - Driveways and Site Access

Driveways providing site access shall be from an improved street, alley or other right-of-way, and shall be designed, constructed and maintained as follows:

  • A. Number of driveways. One driveway encroachment shall be allowed for each parcel two acres or less in size unless the Director and Town Engineer find that more than one driveway encroachment is necessary to accommodate the type of use for the development and the additional driveway encroachment will not be detrimental to traffic flow on the street(s). On parcels two acres in size or greater, a total of two driveway encroachments may be permitted in compliance with the driveway separation requirements of the Public Improvement and Engineering Standards with approval by the Town Engineer. Whenever a property has access to more than one street, access shall be generally limited to the lowest volume street where the impact of a new access will be minimized.

B. Distance from street corners.

  1. Single-family. Parking area driveways shall be located to comply with the requirements of the Public Improvement and Engineering Standards.

  2. Multifamily residential and non-residential development. Parking area driveways shall be located a minimum of 150 feet from the nearest intersection, as measured from the centerline of the driveway to the centerline of the nearest travel lane of the intersecting street. For parcels with street frontages of less than 150 feet, the minimum distance shall be 100 feet. The review authority may reduce these requirements based on recommendations from the Town Engineer that site configuration or terrain, or adjacent roadway conditions necessitate another location than provided by this Subsection.

  • C. Driveway spacing. Driveways shall be separated along the street frontage as follows:

    1. Single-family. Driveways shall be separated to comply with the Public Improvement and Engineering Standards.

    2. Multifamily residential and non-residential development. Where two or more driveways serve the same or adjacent multifamily or non-residential development, the centerline of the driveways shall be separated by a minimum of 50 feet. Exceptions to this standard shall be subject to the approval of the Town Engineer.

D. Driveway width and length.

1. Single-family. Driveways shall comply with the requirements of the Public Improvement and Engineering Standards.

2. Multifamily residential projects.

  • a. Driveways for multifamily uses with four or less units shall have a minimum paved width of 20 feet.

  • b. Driveways for multifamily uses with more than four units shall have a minimum paved width of 24 feet.

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3. Non-residential uses. Driveways for non-residential uses shall have a minimum paved width of 12 feet for one-way driveways and 24 feet for two-way driveways. The maximum driveway width shall be 30 feet subject to approval of the Director and Town Engineer, exclusive of the area provided for a median divider.

4. Modified width. The review authority may modify the driveway width based on recommendations from the Town Engineer.

  • E. Clearance from obstruction. The nearest edge of a driveway curb cut shall be at least three feet from the nearest property line, the centerline of a fire hydrant, utility pole, traffic signal, light standards or other similar facilities. Street trees shall be a minimum of 10 feet from the driveway access, measured at the trunk. Driveways shall have an overhead clearance of 15 feet in height except within a parking structure which may be reduced to seven feet, six inches.

  • F. Traffic safety sight area. Structures or landscaping over 30 inches in height shall not be allowed within a traffic safety sight area except elements associated with a public utility or a traffic safety device.

18.48.090 - Bicycle Parking and Support Facilities

Bicycle parking facilities shall be provided for non-residential and multifamily residential uses as follows:

A. Definitions.

1. Long-term bicycle parking: Bicycle storage spaces intended to be used for periods of time longer than two hours and are targeted to residents and other long-term users. Longterm bicycle parking shall be covered from the elements and may be located in a locked enclosure or secure area internal to a building. Long-term bicycle parking shall be located at ground-level.

2. Short-term bicycle parking: Bicycle parking spaces intended to be used for periods of time that are two hours or less and are targeted to visitors, customers, and other shortterm users. Short-term bicycle parking racks or devices shall allow for secure locking and be located in a visible location, as near as possible to entrances.

  • B. Number of spaces required. Multifamily residential projects and all non-residential projects shall provide bicycle parking spaces in accordance with this section. The Director may modify these requirements where it can be demonstrated that a lesser number of bicycle spaces can adequately serve the intended use. 

    **1. Multifamily bicycle parking** .  All multifamily residential projects shall provide long-term bicycle parking spaces at a rate of one space per residential unit, with additional short-term bicycle parking provided for guests at a rate of one space per ten residential units (a minimum of two guest spaces shall be provided in all cases). Guest parking requirements may be waived by the Director for residential units located within a mixed-use project. Residential units with fully enclosed garages are exempt from the long-term bicycle parking requirement.

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2. Non-residential bicycle parking. All non-residential projects shall provide bicycle parking spaces at a rate of fifteen percent of the number of vehicle parking spaces required by Section 18.48.040 (Number of Parking Spaces Required) and as calculated before any parking reductions are applied through a Planned Development, density bonus, or shared use reduction. A minimum of three spaces is required in all cases.

  • C. Nonconforming uses. Any existing non-residential use without bicycle parking spaces shall provide the number of bicycle spaces required by this Section for the area of any proposed expansion or intensification.

  • D. Bicycle parking design and devices. Bicycle parking areas shall be designed and constructed as follows:

    1. Parking equipment. Each bicycle parking space shall include a stationary parking device to adequately support the bicycle.

2. Parking location and design:

  • a. Aisles . Front or rear aisles providing access to bicycle parking spaces shall be at least five feet in width;

  • b. Spaces. Each bicycle space shall be a minimum of two feet in width and six feet in length and have a minimum of seven feet of overhead clearance. Enclosed bicycle parking spaces are exempted from the seven feet of overhead clearance requirement;

  • c. Relationship to structure entrances. Bicycle spaces shall be conveniently located and generally within proximity to the main entrance of a structure;

  • d. Relationship to structure walls or surfaces. Bicycle racks shall be installed a minimum of 18 inches from any wall or other obstruction or as recommended by the manufacturer to maximize bicycle capacity and as approved by the Town Engineer, and shall be positioned to allow for maneuverability and proper securing of bicycles;

  • e. Relationship to motor vehicle parking. Bicycle spaces shall be separated from motor vehicle parking spaces or aisles by a fence, wall or curb, or by at least five feet of open area, marked to prohibit motor vehicle parking;

  • f. Secure design and installation. Bicycle parking facilities shall be securely anchored to the lot or building surface and shall be comprised of durable materials sufficient to avoid vandalism or theft;

  • g. Incorporation into building design. Whenever possible, bicycle parking is encouraged to be incorporated into building design;

  • h. Location approval. The location of all exterior bicycle parking shall be approved by the Town Engineer; and

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  - **i.  Bicycle parking area surfacing.** Bicycle parking areas shall be surfaced so as to keep the area in a dust-free condition, subject to the approval of the Director.

3. Maintenance requirements. All bicycle parking facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Access to both short-term and long-term bicycle parking facilities shall be maintained at all times, including keeping the parking spaces clear of snow and debris.

4. Site coverage exemption. Required outdoor bicycle parking does not count toward site coverage requirements. The site coverage exemption for bicycle parking shall be based on the minimum dimensions required for each bicycle parking space of two feet in width and six feet in length (12 square feet per space).

  • E. Shower and locker facilities encouraged . The Town encourages shower and locker facilities in projects when appropriate. Incentives may be provided (e.g., reduction of required parking) when it can be demonstrated that providing these facilities will help reduce vehicle trips generated by the particular use. The granting of incentives (e.g., waiver or modification of development standards) shall be through the approval of a Minor Use Permit (Chapter 18.76).

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BICYCLE PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE		 TABLE 3-11
BICYCLE PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE		 TABLE 3-11
BICYCLE PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY LAND USE
Type of Land Use Short-Term Parking Long-Term Parking
RESIDENTIAL USES
Multifamily residential projects and
residential units within mixed-use
projects		 1 space per 10 units (minimum 2
spaces)		 1 space per unit1
NON-RESIDENTIAL USES
All non-residential uses, other than
public/community uses.		 15% of required parking spaces per
Development Code Chapter 18.48
(minimum 3 spaces)2
Public/community uses including
libraries, museums, community
centers, and similar uses3		 25% of required parking spaces per
Development Code Chapter 18.48
(minimum 3 spaces)2

Table notes continued on the following page.

Notes:

  • (1) Long-term bicycle parking spaces required for multifamily projects shall be provided either as indoor storage within a building or within a secure exterior parking area that is covered from the elements. The location of exterior parking areas requires approval by the Town Engineer.

  • (2) Required bicycle parking is based on the Development Code parking demand before any reductions in required parking through a Planned Development, density bonus, shared parking reduction, or other reduction.

  • (3) As determined by the Community Development Director.

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18.48.100 - Off-Street Loading Space Requirements

  • A. Number of loading spaces required. Non-residential uses with less than 5,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area shall provide one off-street loading space, which may be combined with an off-street parking space. Non-residential uses with 5,000 square feet of floor area or more shall provide off-street loading space in compliance with Table 3-12. Requirements for uses not specifically listed shall be determined by the Director based upon the requirements for comparable uses and upon the particular characteristics of the proposed use.

TABLE 3-12 REQUIRED LOADING SPACES

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REQUIRED LOADING SPACES		 TABLE 3-12
REQUIRED LOADING SPACES		 TABLE 3-12
REQUIRED LOADING SPACES
Type of Land Use Total Gross Floor Area Loading Spaces Required
Manufacturing, research and
development, institutional, and
service uses		 5,000 to20,000 sq.ft. 1space
20,001 sq. ft. or more 1 for each additional 20,000 sq. ft.,
plus additional as required by
Director.
Office uses 5,000 to 35,000 sq.ft. 1space
35,001 sq. ft. or more 1 for each additional 35,000 sq. ft.,
plus additional as required by
Director.
Commercial and other allowed uses 5,000 to 10,000 sq. ft. 1 space
10,001 sq. ft. or more 1 for each additional 10,000 sq. ft.,
plus additional as required by
Director.

  • B. Standards for off-street loading areas. Off-street loading areas shall be provided in the following manner:

    1. Dimensions. Loading spaces shall be not less than 15 feet in width, 25 feet in length, with 14 feet of vertical clearance;

    2. Lighting. Loading areas shall have lighting capable of providing adequate illumination for security and safety. Lighting standards shall be energy-efficient and in scale with the height and use of adjacent structure(s);

    3. Loading doors and gates. Loading bays and roll-up doors shall be painted to blend with the exterior structure wall(s) and be located on the rear of the structure only. Bays and doors may be located on the side of a structure, away from a street frontage, where the Director determines that the bays, doors and related trucks can be adequately screened from view from adjacent streets;

    4. Loading ramps. Plans for loading ramps or truck wells shall be accompanied by a profile drawing showing the ramp, ramp transitions and overhead clearances;

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5. Location. Loading spaces shall be located and designed as follows:

  • a. As near as possible to the main structure and limited to the rear two-thirds of the parcel, if feasible;

  • b. Situated to ensure that the loading facility is screened from adjacent streets as much as possible;

  • c. Situated to ensure that loading and unloading takes place on-site and in no case within adjacent public rights-of-way or other traffic areas on-site;

  • d. Situated to ensure that vehicular maneuvers occur on-site and away from parking areas and driveways; and

  • e. Situated to avoid adverse impacts upon residential properties, and landscaped in compliance with Section 18.40.040.B (Site Landscaping Requirements - Parking Areas).

6. Screening. Loading areas abutting residentially zoned parcels shall be screened in compliance with Section 18.30.110 (Screening); and

7. Striping. Loading areas shall be striped indicating the loading spaces and identifying the spaces for “loading only.” The striping shall be permanently maintained by the property owner/tenant in a clear and visible manner at all times.

18.48.110 - Downtown Parking

Unless a project is exempt from providing required parking under state law, off-street parking requirements for uses in the Downtown Residential Zoning Districts and the Downtown Commercial and Manufacturing Zoning Districts may be provided in one or more of the following manners:

  • A. Off-street parking provided in accordance with this Chapter;

  • B. An in-lieu parking fee in accordance with Section 18.12.070.A;

  • C. Off-street parking provided on a non-contiguous, separate parcel or parcels subject to all of the following requirements:

    1. The off-street parking shall be approved as part of the land use permit and comply with all applicable standards of Chapter 18.40 (Landscape Standards) and Chapter 18.48 (Parking and Loading Standards);

    2. The parcel(s) on which the parking is proposed to be provided shall be located in the DMU, DC, DM, DRM or DRH zoning district and shall be located within 300 feet from the parcel containing the use the parking is intended to serve;

    3. Due to existing site conditions, the review authority shall find that it is not feasible to provide the required off-street parking on the parcel containing the use; and

    4. The parcel(s) on which the parking is proposed to be provided is under the control of the same business or ownership entity as the parcel containing the use, and a deed restriction

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is recorded in the Nevada County Recorder’s Office on the parcels. The deed restriction shall prohibit the conveyance or transfer of the parcels separately from each other during the period the use is operating.

  • D. On-street parking provided within the street right-of-way in front of the parcel containing the use subject to all of the following requirements:

    1. A Zoning Clearance shall be approved in compliance with Chapter 18.72;

    2. The review authority shall find that the on-street parking does not currently exist or the condition of the parking is substantially below Town standards;

    3. The property owner and/or business owner shall construct the on-street parking in accordance with the Public Improvement and Engineering Standards and the requirements of the Town Engineer;

    4. The on-street parking shall be located directly adjacent to the parcel containing the use;

    5. One on-street parking space shall be equivalent to 0.75 of an on-site parking space;

    6. An agreement shall be executed between the property owner, business owner and the Town requiring the property owner and/or business owner to provide street maintenance services and snow removal on the on-street spaces as required by the Town Engineer;

    7. The on-street parking spaces shall be available for public parking with no exclusive occupancy for the business(es);

    8. For any portions of the on-street parking located within the parcel containing the use, a public use easement shall be executed and recorded in the Nevada County Recorder’s Office;

  1. The on-street parking shall not be identified in the Downtown Truckee Plan as part of a public parking lot or as a streetscape improvement for the street;

    1. The review authority shall find that the on-street parking will not hinder future improvement plans for the street, will not result in traffic safety hazards, and will not unduly interfere with traffic flow.
  • E. Other on-street and off-street parking proposals that do not comply with Subsections A, B, C and/or D may be authorized through approval of a Zoning Clearance in compliance with Chapter 18.72.

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