A. One objective for the B-1, B-3 and B-4 Zoning Districts is to promote pedestrian-scaled development in these areas of the city by providing public accessibility, connecting residences and businesses to public green spaces and promoting pedestrian and bicycle movement between adjacent residential, employment and shopping areas.
B. Parking for bicycles shall be provided in B-1, B-3 and B-4 Zoning Districts as follows:
1. Amount. Bicycle parking shall be provided at a minimum amount of five percent (5%) of the number of spaces provided for car parking or as determined by the Planning and Development Director based upon the use proposed.
2. Location. Bicycle parking shall be located within 75 feet of the main entrance of the building it serves.
3. Design. For each required bicycle parking space, a stationary object shall be provided to which a user can secure a bicycle with at least two (2) points of contact with a six (6) foot cable and lock. The stationary object shall be either a freestanding bicycle rack or a wall-mounted bracket. Features of an acceptable bicycle rack:
a. Installed on a permanent foundation (e.g., concrete pad) to ensure stability or securely anchored to the foundation with tamper-proof nuts if surface mounted.
b. Keeps both bike wheels on the ground.
c. Design that prevents the bicycle from tipping over.
d. Ability to support a variety of bicycle sizes and frame shapes.
e. Space to secure the frame and one or both wheels to the rack with a cable, chain or u-lock.
(Ord. 2017-32. Passed 5-2-17.)