There are some exceptions to the general parking rules which allow greater flexibility in achieving required parking for a use or uses. However, these parking rule exceptions are restricted to either specific zoning districts or have a maximum distance criteria from the use which requires the parking. Please check the parking standards of the zoning code for specifics. The zoning code has a variance procedure which allows a waiver of the standards if certain criteria are met. Please refer to the brochure on Variances for additional information.
Any new use generates the parking standard requirements.
If there is a change in an existing use or an expansion or intensification of an existing use, the required parking standards apply. Please note that there are some general exceptions to this rule and the parking standards of the zoning code should be consulted for more information. The minimum required parking stall must have a clear area of 8 feet in width by 18 feet in length. These linear dimensions can increase with angle parking as you must provide a clear area equivalent to 8 feet by 18 feet. These are minimum dimensions.