A. Applicability. Bicycle parking shall be provided for all new construction, additions of ten percent (10%) or more floor area to existing buildings, and changes in land use classification. Single-family homes, duplexes, and multi-family dwellings of less than four (4) units are exempt.
B. Number of Required Bicycle Parking Spaces. The required minimum number of bicycle parking spaces for each use category is shown on Table 17.48.120-1. Uses that are not listed in the table are not required to provide bicycle parking. Required bicycle parking may be provided in floor, wall, or ceiling racks.
Use Classification | Bicycle Parking Spaces |
Use Classification | Bicycle Parking Spaces |
Residential | |
Multiple-Family Residential, Group Housing, or Transitional Housing | 1 space per 4 units |
Public, Semipublic, and Service | |
Community Center, Religious Facility, or Cultural Institution | 1 space per 40 seats or 1 space per 500 sq. ft. of assembly area, whichever is greater |
Government Offices | 1 space per 10,000 sq. ft. |
Hospitals and Clinics | |
Hospitals | 1 space per 50 beds |
Clinics | 1 space per 3,000 sq. ft. |
Park and Recreation Facilities | To be determined by the Zoning Administrator |
Parking Facilities, Public | 1 space per 20 auto spaces |
Schools, Public or Private | |
Elementary | 2 spaces per classroom |
Junior High, High School | 4 spaces per classroom |
Commercial and Entertainment | |
Animal Sales and Services (except Kennels) | 1 space per 10,000 sq. ft., minimum of 2 spaces per establishment |
Banks and Other Financial Institutions | 1 space per 10,000 sq. ft., minimum of 2 spaces per establishment |
Business Services | 1 space per 10,000 sq. ft., minimum of 2 spaces per establishment |
Use Classification | Bicycle Parking Spaces |
Use Classification | Bicycle Parking Spaces |
Commercial Recreation | To be determined by the Zoning Administrator |
Eating and Drinking Establishments | 1 space per 10,000 sq. ft., minimum of 2 spaces per establishment |
Food and Beverage Sales Offices | 1 space per 10,000 sq. ft., minimum of 2 spaces per establishment |
Live/Work Unit | 1 space per 4 units |
Retail Sales | 1 space per 10,000 sq. ft., minimum of 2 spaces per establishment |
Theaters | 1 space per 40 seats |
Business and Professional Offices | |
Medical and Dental | 1 space per 10,000 sq. ft., minimum of 2 spaces per establishment |
Personal Service | 1 space per 10,000 sq. ft., minimum of 2 spaces per establishment |
C. Location. Bicycle parking must be located on the site of the use it serves, generally within fifty (50) feet of an entrance to the building it serves unless otherwise approved. In the case of a multi-tenant shopping center, bike parking must be located within fifty (50) feet of an entrance to each use it serves.
D. Bicycle Lockers. Where required bicycle parking is provided in lockers, the lockers must be securely anchored.
E. Bicycle Racks. Required bicycle parking may be provided in floor, wall, or ceiling racks. Where required bicycle parking is provided in racks, the racks must meet the following requirements:
1. The bicycle frame and one (1) wheel can be locked to the rack with a high-security U-shaped shackle lock if both wheels are left on the bicycle;
2. A bicycle six (6) feet long can be securely held with its frame supported so that the bicycle cannot be pushed or fall in a manner that will damage the wheels or components; and
3. The rack must be securely anchored.
F. Special Requirements for Long Term Bicycle Parking. Mixed-use and high-density residential development have special long-term bicycle parking needs. As such, required spaces for such uses shall be designed and located to maximize security in one (1) or more of the following locations/ways:
1. In a locked room.
2. In an area that is enclosed by a fence with a locked gate. The fence must be either eight (8) feet high or be floor to ceiling.
3. Within view of an attendant, security guard or employee work area.
4. In an area that is monitored by a security camera.
5. Within a dwelling unit, dormitory, or other group housing unit, live/work unit, or artists' studio. If provided within a unit, racks or lockers are not required.
G. Parking and Maneuvering Areas. Each required bicycle parking space must be accessible without moving another bicycle. There must be an aisle at least five (5) feet wide adjacent to all required bicycle parking to allow room for bicycle maneuvering. Where the bicycle parking is adjacent to a sidewalk, the maneuvering area may extend into the right-of-way. The area devoted to bicycle parking must be hard surfaced.
H. Visibility. If required bicycle parking is not visible from the street or main building entrance, a sign must be posted at the main building entrance indicating the location of the bicycle parking. (Ord. 2010-02 § 1 (part), 2010)