A. Applicability. New commercial buildings shall meet the requirements of this Section in connection with an application for site plan (development) approval. Modifications to existing buildings are exempt.
B. Waiver. The Development Review Committee may grant a waiver to the requirements of this Section as part of the site plan approval process based upon the applicant demonstrating that one or more of the following factors exist:
1. The property is located on a major arterial with no dedicated bicycle lane or multi- use path in the immediate vicinity of the site or no such improvement is scheduled in the City's 5-Year Capital Improvements Plan;
2. The intended use of the building will not generate outside customer traffic;
3. The intended use of the building will not generate employee traffic requiring more than 20 vehicular parking spaces;
4. A suitable alternative for securing the required number of bicycles is provided;
5. Other special circumstance involving the specific nature of the intended use of the building or unique site condition.
C. Required Spaces. A minimum of two bicycle parking spaces or a number of bicycle rack spaces equal to 5 percent of the required number of vehicle parking spaces, whichever is greater, shall be provided.
D. Design and Installation. Racks shall be designed and installed to permit the frame and both wheels to be secured. Each bicycle parking space shall provide a minimum of six feet by three feet of unobstructed space that shall not encroach into any sidewalk or pathway providing required pedestrian access. Racks shall be spaced at least 48 inches apart.
E. Placement. Bicycle parking shall be located within 50 feet from the main public entrance.
(Ord. 2017-003, passed 3-9-17)