(A) Number of required off-street loading spaces. Every use listed under the Commercial Use classification in Table 164.01, Table of Allowed Uses, shall provide one off-street loading space for every 5,000 square feet of gross floor area.
(B) Standards.
(1) Minimum dimensions. Each loading space required by this section shall be at least 12 feet wide by 40 feet long (or deep), with at least 15 feet of overhead clearance. Each off-street loading space shall have adequate, unobstructed means for the ingress and egress of vehicles.
(2) Location. Where possible, loading areas shall be located to the rear of the use they serve; in addition, the loading area shall be located adjacent to the buildings loading doors, in an area that promotes their practical use.
(3) Delineation of loading spaces. All loading spaces shall be delineated by signage and striping and labeling of the pavement.
(4) Access to a street. Every loading area shall be provided with safe and convenient access to a street, but in no case shall the loading space extend into the required aisle of the parking lot.
(5) Paving. The ground surface of loading areas shall be paved with a durable, dust-free and hard material, such as surface and seal treatment, bituminous hot mix or Portland cement, concrete, or some comparable material. Such paving shall be maintained for safe and convenient use at all times.
(6) Landscaping. Loading areas shall be landscaped in accordance with § 166.02-05, Vehicular Use Area Landscaping.
(7) Exterior lighting. Exterior lighting for loading areas shall comply with the standards in § 166.10, Exterior Lighting.
(Ord. 05-10, passed 3-23-10)