(a) Classification. The loading space shall consist of a rectangular area of one of the following classes:
(1) Class A: An area at least 14 feet by 55 feet having a vertical clearance of 15 feet or more, plus adequate area for ingress and egress.
(2) Class B: An area at least 12 feet by 30 feet having a vertical distance of 15 feet or more, plus adequate area for ingress and egress.
(b) Schedule of Loading Spaces. Loading space shall be provided for retailing, wholesaling, warehousing, processing, hotel, hospital, goods display, and similar uses requiring the receipt or distribution by vehicles of material or merchandise in accordance with the following schedule:
BUILDING AREA (square feet, gross floor area) | REQUIRED CLASS |
Less than 5,000 | None unless otherwise required by Council |
5,000 to 9,999 | 1 Class A and 1 Class B or 3 Class B |
10,000 to 49,999 | 1 Class A and 1 Class B or 3 Class B, plus 1 Class A for each 10,000 sq. ft. over the first 10,000 sq. ft. of area |
More than 50,000 | 1 Class A for each 10,000 sq. ft. over the first 10,000 sq. ft. of area, plus 1 Class A for each 25,000 sq. ft. over the first 50,000 sq. ft. |
Maximum seven required Class A, unless otherwise specified by Council.
(c) Surfacing. Areas designated for off-street loading shall be surfaced with asphalt concrete or concrete and shall be graded for proper drainage. Designs shall be reviewed and approved by the Municipal Engineer prior to construction.
(Ord. 2020-10, passed 6-15-2020)