A. Paving: The required number of parking and loading spaces as set forth in this chapter, together with driveways, aisles and other circulation areas, shall be improved with material such as asphalt or concrete, to provide a durable and dust free surface. Gravel or dirt surfaces shall not be permitted unless used as part of a home occupation.
B. Drainage: All parking and loading areas shall provide for proper drainage of surface water to prevent the drainage of such water onto adjacent properties or walkways. Drainage plans shall be reviewed and approved by the city engineer and, for any site abutting a public street, such plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Ada County highway district, or highway district having jurisdiction.
C. Access: Access driveways for parking areas or loading spaces shall be located in such a way that any vehicle entering or leaving such area shall be clearly visible by a pedestrian or motorist approaching the access or driveway from a public or private street.
D. Maintenance: The owner of property used for parking and/or loading shall maintain such area in good condition without holes and free of all dust, trash and other debris.
E. Compact Spaces: A maximum of thirty percent (30%) of the total spaces provided may be designed, designated and used for compact size vehicles. The minimum standards for compact vehicle spaces and driveways are set forth in subsection 8-4-4-2F of this chapter. Compact spaces shall be located along the perimeter of the parking lot or in those areas most distant from the structure or use being served. Parking areas immediately adjacent to or within close proximity to the building entrances shall be designated for standard (full size) spaces. Compact spaces shall be clearly marked as such on the pavement or curb. Surplus parking spaces (those spaces that exceed the minimum number required by this title) shall also comply with the thirty percent (30%) maximum per total number of spaces permitted for compact spaces. The allowed percentage of compact spaces may only be increased by conditional use approval from the city council. (Ord. 309, 1-27-1998; amd. Ord. 827, 10-22-2020)