Nota parkeernormen CID en Binckhorst Den Haag 2020 – Parking Standards for Urban Development
The Nota parkeernormen CID en Binckhorst Den Haag 2020 (registration number DSO/ 2019.346) is a municipal regulatory document issued by the Gemeente Den Haag. It establishes the specific parking standards and mobility requirements for new environmental permit (omgevingsvergunning) applications within the Central Innovation District (CID) and the Binckhorst area. This policy framework is part of the broader Hoofdlijnenbrief Mobiliteitstransitie and replaces previous pilot regulations, such as those for the CS-Oost area.
The document governs parking requirements for residential developments, offices, businesses, and various services (Kantoren, Bedrijven en Voorzieningen - KBV). It defines the geographic boundaries of the CID as the area surrounding the three main railway stations (Den Haag Centraal, Hollands Spoor, and Laan van NOI), parts of the city center, and Laakhaven-West. The Binckhorst is treated as a separate regulated zone with its own specific application of standards. The regulation introduces significant reductions in parking norms, mandatory visitor parking minimums, and specific provisions for shared mobility and EV-readiness.
The following sections detail the technical standards for different building uses, the buyout conditions for parking requirements, and the requirements for shared mobility integration.
Parking Standards for Residential Development
In the CID zone, parking norms for housing are based on actual car ownership data from existing apartments, resulting in a reduction of 25% to 50% compared to standard municipal norms. Specific standards are categorized by building size and location (Zone Centrum or Zone Stad).
- Residential norm reduction: Developers in the CID may deviate downwards by up to 50% from the adjusted norm by using the buyout scheme.
- Small units: A specific category exists for apartments smaller than 40 m² bruto vloeroppervlak (BVO).
- Student housing: The visitor norm is set at 0.
- Visitor norms: For standard housing in the CID, the visitor norm is reduced to a maximum of 0.05 and a minimum of 0.025 parking spaces per unit.
Commercial and Office Parking (KBV)
Standards for offices and businesses are significantly tightened to prioritize public transport and cycling accessibility near the main railway hubs.
- Office max: In the CID, the maximum norm for offices is set at 0.4 parking spaces per 100 m².
- Norm halving: Most other commercial functions (KBV) in the CID see their parking norms halved compared to standard city-wide regulations.
- Local functions: Exceptions may be granted for purely local supporting functions, such as a bakery or small supermarket in the plinth of a building, where no visitor parking is required.
The Buyout Scheme (Afkoopregeling)
When developers choose to realize fewer parking spaces than the calculated requirement, they must contribute to the Voorziening Parkeren en Mobiliteitsmaatregelen.
- Buyout amount: The fixed contribution is € 17,500.00 per parking space (price level 2019).
- Usage of funds: Payments are invested by the municipality into mobility hubs, public transport connections, and bicycle facilities within the development area.
- Time limit: The municipality must spend the buyout funds on concrete mobility measures within 10 years.
Shared Mobility and EV Requirements
The document promotes shared mobility as a structural alternative to private car ownership, allowing for a further reduction in physical parking spaces.
- Substitution rule: One shared car (deelauto) plus its dedicated parking spot replaces four regular parking spaces for residents.
- Maximum reduction: Shared mobility can solve a maximum of 50% of the total parking requirement.
- Availability: Shared cars must be guaranteed for a minimum of 5 years.
- EV Ready: All new parking facilities must be prepared for electric charging. At least 20% of the total capacity must be able to charge simultaneously from the start.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which areas are covered by the Nota parkeernormen 2020?
The regulation applies to the Central Innovation District (CID), including areas around stations CS, HS, and Laan van NOI, and the Binckhorst district in Den Haag.
What is the buyout price for a parking space in the CID?
The buyout price is € 17,500 per parking space, based on 2019 price levels.
Are new residents eligible for street parking permits?
No, residents and employees of new developments in these areas are generally excluded from receiving street parking permits (parkeervergunningen).
What is the visitor parking norm for student housing?
The visitor norm for student housing is set at 0 spaces per unit in both the CID and Binckhorst.
What is the maximum reduction allowed when using shared cars?
Developers can fulfill a maximum of 50% of the calculated parking requirement through the use of shared mobility solutions.
What are the height requirements for new parking garages?
The document advises a minimum height of 2.20 meters for garage levels to ensure they can accommodate most commercial vans.
