Every use that receives or distributes materials or merchandise by truck shall provide and maintain on site loading spaces in accordance with the following standards:
A. Requirements:
1. The number of loading spaces shall be based upon the total gross floor area in the building or use.
2. On site loading spaces shall be provided in accordance with table 5.4 of this section.
TABLE 5.4
ON SITE LOADING REQUIREMENTS
Gross Floor Area (Square Feet) | Quantity And Type |
14,000 - 36,000 | 1 type B |
36,001 - 60,000 | 2 type B |
60,001 - 100,000 | 2 type B and 1 type A |
Each 75,000 (or fraction thereof) over 100,000 | 1 additional type A |
Notes:
1. Type B = 35 feet in length.
2. Type A = 65 feet in length.
B. Design Standards: Off street loading spaces shall be provided in the following manner:
1. The minimum size of a loading space, exclusive of access platforms or loading areas shall be thirty five feet long by twelve feet wide (35' x 12') for a type B space and sixty five feet long by fifteen feet wide (65' x 15') for:
a. Type A space with a fifteen foot (15') vertical clearance.
2. Loading spaces shall be located as follows:
a. Adjacent to, or as close as possible to, the main structure.
b. Located at the rear or side of the main structure.
c. Situated to provide convenient access from streets or alleyways.
d. Situated to ensure that all loading and unloading shall take place on site and in no case within adjacent public rights of way or on site traffic areas.
e. Situated to ensure that all vehicular maneuvers associated with loading and unloading shall occur on site.
f. Situated to ensure that impact on adjacent residential uses is minimized. (Ord. 710, 1-14-2014)