(a) Applicability.
(1) This code does not require a specific number of off-street loading spaces for uses but the standards of this division shall apply in any instance where an applicant proposes to provide off-street loading spaces or docks.
(2) The Development Code Administrator has the authority to deny an application if he/she deems that an adequate amount of off-street loading areas has not been provided. The Development Code Administrator shall provide, in writing, the reasons for the rejection. The Development Code Administrator may refer to any best practices information in making their determination.
(b) Design standards.
(1) Off-street loading spaces shall not overlap with any areas used for parking or vehicle stacking.
(2) Each loading space shall have a minimum width of 12 feet, a minimum length of 30 feet, and have a minimum vertical clearance of not less than 15 feet.
(3) Loading areas shall be located as near as possible to the main structure and shall be located in the rear yard to the maximum extent feasible. Where locating such loading areas in the rear is not feasible, as determined by the Development Code Administrator, the loading areas may be located in the side yard. The spaces shall be subject to the minimum setbacks established for the applicable zoning district.
(4) All loading and unloading activities, including truck maneuverability, shall take place on-site. In no case shall a loading space or maneuverability area encroach on a public right-of-way or on other required vehicular use areas.
(5) Loading spaces shall be designed and arranged to provide access to a street or alley in a manner that will create the least possible interference with traffic movement and parking lot circulation.
(6) Loading spaces shall be designed with sufficient apron area to accommodate truck-turning movements and to prevent backing of trucks onto any street right-of-way.
(7) All operations, materials, and vehicles within any loading space that are visible from a public street or from any residential use shall be screened. See § 1216.10 for screening requirements.
(8) Loading areas shall have lighting capable of providing adequate illumination for security and safety; lighting shall also comply with the requirements of § 1208.04.
(Ord. O2018-02, passed 2-20-2018)