[Amended 5-19-2025 ATM by Art. 27]
A.
Number of Spaces—Off-street parking shall be provided in all districts for uses where off-street parking is required, according to the standards set forth in the following schedule.
B.
Mixed Uses. By default, a mixed-use development shall be required to cumulatively meet the parking requirements for each of the included uses. Where mixed use primary uses occur, applicants may propose a reduction in parking requirements based on an analysis using data from the Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE). For peak demands of non-competing uses, a reduction up to 25% of the parking requirements in § 265-6.1C may be approved by the Planning Board under Special Permit. For peak demands of competing uses, a reduction up to 10% of the parking requirements in § 265-6.1C may be approved by the Planning Board via a Special Permit.
(1)
Special Permit Application Requirements. Applicants seeking a Special Permit for a parking reduction shall submit the following:
(a)
A detailed parking demand analysis prepared by a qualified traffic engineer or transportation planner, which shall include data sources; analysis of anticipated peak demand times; and justification for the proposed reduction.
(b)
A shared parking agreement, if applicable; and
(c)
Site plans showing the proposed parking layout.
(2)
Planning Board Findings. The Planning Board may grant a Special Permit only if it concludes, in its discretion, that:
(a)
The parking reductions will not create unreasonable traffic congestion or safety hazards;
(b)
Adequate parking will be available for all users at all times;
(c)
The parking reduction is consistent with the purpose and intent of the Zoning Bylaw in general and § 265-6 in particular; and
(d)
The analysis provided is based on credible data and sound methodology.
(3)
Conditions. The Planning Board may impose conditions on the Special Permit, including, but not limited to: periodic monitoring and reporting of parking demand; and revisions to site circulation or signage.
C.
Parking Space Minimums.
(1)
Employees—One per each employee in addition to other land uses and their required spaces as outlined below.
(2)
Handicapped Spaces—The availability of handicapped parking spaces must comply with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
(3)
Residential—One per dwelling unit.
(4)
Hotel or Motel—1.2 per guest room.
(5)
Place of assembly, church meeting hall or room, club, lodge and country club—One per each five seats of total seating capacity.
(6)
Restaurant, stadium, gymnasium, auditorium, arena—One per each four seats of total seating capacity.
(7)
Theater—One per each four seats of total seating capacity.
(8)
Bank—One per each 400 square feet of gross floor area or fraction thereof.
(9)
Shopping center, mall, strip shopping mall, retail establishment—One per 400 square feet for gross floor area. Parking under canopies for gas stations/convenience stores shall count toward minimum parking spaces required.
(10)
Wholesale, warehouse, or storage establishment—One per employee on the largest shift.
(11)
Medical or dental clinic—Two per each doctor.
(12)
Hospital—Two per bed at design capacity.
(13)
Nursing home—One per two beds.
(14)
Business, trade or industrial school or college—Three per each 1,000 square feet of gross floor area in classrooms and other teaching stations.
(15)
School or college dormitory facilities—One space per person of ultimate dormitory resident capacity.
(16)
Other Schools—Two per classroom in an elementary and junior high school; four per classroom in a senior high school plus any other "mixed use" requirement.
(17)
Office—One per 500 square feet of gross floor area.
(18)
Golf course—10 per green.
(19)
Tennis Court—One per four spectator capacity and two per court.
(20)
Swimming pool, skating rink—One per four spectator capacity plus one per each 1,000 square feet of gross floor area.
(21)
Sports field—One per four spectator capacity.
(22)
Amusement park—One per each 30 square feet of amusement area.
(23)
Ranges (golf, batting, etc.)—1 1/2 per station.
(24)
Campgrounds—2 1/2 per campsite.
(25)
Public Utility—One per each 200 square feet of gross floor area.
(26)
Manufacturing or industrial establishments—Two per each three employees in the largest shift.
(27)
Hair, nail, massage, tattoo establishment—two per each practitioner.
(28)
Any use permitted by these bylaws not interpreted to be covered by this schedule—Closest similar use as determined by the Building Inspector.
D.
Parking Stall and Aisle Dimensions.
Parking Angle / Type | Width | Depth | Aisle |
|---|---|---|---|
90 degrees | 9 feet | 18 feet | 22 feet |
30 to 70 degrees | 9 feet | 18 feet | 16 feet |
0 degrees (parallel) | 8 feet | 22 feet | 12 feet |
Handicap Spaces | 12 feet | 18 feet | |
Electric Vehicle Charging | 9 feet | 18 feet |
E.
Entrance Dimensions. The minimum width of entrance drives providing access to more than two spaces, excepting single family and residential, shall be at least 24 feet wide. On lots where one entrance and exit driveway or access is constructed, the access shall not exceed 35 feet in width. Where two or more driveways or accesses are constructed, the accesses shall not exceed 30 feet in width. For automotive service stations, the maximum width shall be 32 feet for each driveway or access.
F.
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment. In any new commercial construction with over 20 parking spaces, at least one parking space must include installed Electrical Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE).