(a) General Provisions. Subject to the approval of a Zoning Clearance Application pursuant to Chapter 21.96
, parking lots containing twenty or more parking spaces may substitute standard spaces with compact spaces for up to thirty percent of the total parking spaces required.
(b) Designation. Each compact space shall be clearly labeled "COMPACT".
(c) Location. Compact spaces shall be dispersed evenly throughout the parking lot. For developments characterized by distinct, segmented parking areas, the maximum permitted percentage of compact spaces shall apply to each area or segment of the parking lot. Compact spaces shall not be located adjacent to retaining walls or other formidable barriers which prevent adequate vehicle overhang.
(d) Compact spaces cannot be used to fulfill the off-street parking requirements of residential developments/uses as established by these parking provisions. Except, compact spaces may be used for up to thirty percent of the total required guest parking when more than ten guest parking spaces are required.
(Ord. 710, § 9 (part), 2019)