Where uncertainty exists as to the application of the requirements of this subchapter, or where the applicant for a permit for a building or use finds that the required off-street parking is in excess of the needs of the use or building proposed, the following rules shall apply:
(A) Where other sections of this chapter impose additional or greater requirements than those set forth in § 157.100, the more restrictive shall apply.
(B) Parking requirements for a use not listed in § 157.100 shall be the same as for a listed use of the same general characteristics of traffic generation.
(C) When more than one use occupies a building or premises, the parking requirements shall be equal to the sum of the requirements of each use.
(D) If the applicant for a building permit or certificate of occupancy finds that the off-street parking requirements are in excess of the needs of the proposed building or use, the Board of Adjustment may reduce the number of spaces required and the extent of parking area to be improved, upon finding that any proposed modification shall be sufficient to serve the traffic generated, and that no hazard or traffic congestion shall result. If the building or premises for Which the modification is requested is thereafter occupied by a use which requires a greater number of off-street parking spaces, the use and/or building shall not be continued or occupied until the requirements of this subchapter have been met.
(E) Up to 50% of the required parking for a theater, auditorium, night club or similar use not normally open during regular business hours, and up to 100% of the required space for a church, may be provided and used jointly by banks, offices, retail stores and similar uses not normally open or operated during the same hours, provided that a formal agreement between the parties concerned is properly executed and filed with the Zoning Administrator.
(Ord. 101-1986, passed 10-7-86) Penalty, see § 157.999