In addition to the parking spaces required by Section 8-2.1306, a new use, expanded use, or change in use shall also provide, when applicable, the type and number of spaces required as follows:
(a) Accessible parking required. For multi-family residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and public uses, California law establishes the required number of accessible parking spaces. The requirements in effect at the time of adoption of this article are reflected in Table 8-2.1307 (Number of Accessible Parking Spaces Required), and shall apply unless the California Building Code is amended to establish stricter requirements. In all respects, accessible parking spaces shall be designed, located and provided with identification signing as set forth in the California Building Code, as may be amended from time to time. One in every eight (8) accessible spaces, but not less than one (1), shall be van accessible.
Total Number of Parking Spaces in Lot or Garage | Minimum Required Number of Accessible Parking Spaces |
Total Number of Parking Spaces in Lot or Garage | Minimum Required Number of Accessible Parking Spaces |
1-25 | 1 |
26-50 | 2 |
51-75 | 3 |
76-100 | 4 |
101-150 | 5 |
151-200 | 6 |
201-300 | 7 |
301-400 | 8 |
401-500 | 9 |
501-1,000 | 2% of total |
1,001 and over | 20 plus 1 for each 100, or fraction over 1,001 |
(b) Bicycle parking. The following bicycle parking standards shall apply only for those uses located within community growth boundaries as identified in the General Plan.
(1) For non-residential uses, bicycle parking spaces shall be provided at a rate equal to five (5) percent of the total required vehicle parking spaces. Spaces may be in the form of racks (for short-term use) or lockers (for long-term use by employees).
(2) For multiple-family housing, bicycle parking spaces shall be provided at a rate equal to ten (10) percent of the total required parking spaces.
(3) Bicycle parking spaces shall be conveniently located and generally within proximity to the main entrance of a structure and shall not interfere with pedestrian access.
(4) Bicycle and vehicle parking areas shall be separated from one another by a physical barrier or sufficient distance to protect bicycles and riders from damage.
(5) All bicycle parking and storage areas shall be paved with asphalt, concrete or other all-weather surface.
(c) Company vehicles. Commercial or industrial uses shall provide one (1) parking space for each company vehicle which is parked on the site during normal business hours. Such space may be located within a building.
(Ord. 1445, eff. August 14, 2014)