In computing the number of parking spaces required by this chapter, the following rules shall apply:
(a) Where floor area is the standard for determining parking space requirements, floor area shall mean the sum of all interior floor space open to the public, excluding stairs, restrooms, elevator shafts, and similar nonusable areas.
(b) Where seating capacity is the standard for determining parking space requirements, capacity shall mean the number of seating units installed or indicated. Each eighteen lineal inches of bench or pew space shall constitute one seating unit.
(c) Fractional numbers shall be increased to the next whole number.
(d) Parking space requirements for a use not specifically specified in this chapter shall be determined by comparison to a “substantially similar use”.
(Ord. 07-8. Passed 3-19-07.)