In computing the number of parking spaces required by this Code, the following rules shall apply:
(a) Floor Area. Where floor area is designated as the standard for determining parking space requirements, gross floor area shall be used for all land uses.
(b) Seating Capacity. Where seating capacity is the standard for determining parking space requirements, the capacity shall mean the number of seating units installed or indicated, or when fixed seats are not indicated, the capacity shall be determined as being one (1) seat for each 20 square feet of floor area of the assembly room. Where the Fire Code establishes a greater maximum seating capacity, the number of spaces provided shall comply with the Fire Code maximum seating capacity.
(c) Employees. Where employees are the standard for determining parking space requirements, employees shall mean the maximum number of employees on any two successive shifts.
(d) Fractional Numbers. Fractional numbers shall be increased to the next whole number.
(e) Shared Parking for Mixed Uses. The parking spaces required for mixed uses shall be the sum of the parking required for each use considered separately.
(Ord. 2007-222. Passed 1-10-08.)