7.2. APPLICABILITY

   The standards in this article applies apply to all principal and accessory structures and uses established in the City of Tucson, unless exempted by the terms of this article or elsewhere in this code.

7.3. SOLAR CONSIDERATIONS

7.3.1. SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTORS ALLOWED

   The use of solar energy collectors for the purpose of providing energy for heating or cooling is permitted in all zones , whether as part of a principal structure or as an accessory structure .

7.3.2. SHADOWS FROM MULTISTORY STRUCTURES

   Shadows cast from any proposed multistory structure must be taken into consideration as to their effect on adjacent properties. Where such shadows adversely affect solar energy systems between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., a plot plan must show that the multistory structure has been reoriented on the site to mitigate this effect or that other measures have been taken to minimize the adverse effects of the shading. The development potential of any property shall not be reduced by compliance with this section. (See Figure 7.3.2-A.)

Figure 7.3.2-A: Solar Considerations

7.4. MOTOR VEHICLE AND BICYCLE PARKING

7.4.1. PURPOSE

   This section establishes minimum requirements for motor vehicle and bicycle parking to ensure that such facilities are consistent with the objectives of the General Plan . As part of a balanced transportation system, these regulations are intended to promote public safety and environmental quality. Specifically, these regulations are intended to:

   A.   Ensure sufficient off-street motor vehicle and bicycle parking facilities by establishing minimum parking requirements for land uses ;

   B.   Reduce excessive off-street parking ;

   C.   Promote pedestrian safety by separating vehicular use areas from pedestrian areas and by providing a safe pedestrian path from parking spaces to destinations;

   D.   Encourage safe, convenient, and efficient design of motor vehicle and bicycle parking spaces , circulation, and access areas;

   E.   Improve air quality by requiring paving of vehicular use areas ; and,

   F.   Enhance community appearance.

7.4.2. APPLICABILITY

   The provisions of this division apply to:

   A.   Proposed development or redevelopment;

   B.   Changes of use in existing development , except as permitted by Section 3.3.3.G, Zoning Compliance for Site  Improvements in Existence on May 1, 2005; and,

   C.   Any expansion of an existing use or any addition of a new use to an existing development .