Nota Parkeernormen en Uitvoeringsregels Zoetermeer 2019 – Parking Standards and Execution Rules
The Nota Parkeernormen en Uitvoeringsregels Zoetermeer 2019 is an official policy document issued by the Gemeente Zoetermeer. Established on December 16, 2019, as version 1.0, it serves as a legally binding framework for car and bicycle parking requirements. It operates as a policy rule (beleidsregel) integrated through dynamic planning rules in the municipality's paraplubestemmingsplannen. This document replaces the previous 2012 parking standards and forms a key component of the broader Beleidsnota Parkeerbeleid 2019.
The scope of this regulation covers all new building developments and transformations within the municipality. It defines specific requirements for various functional categories, including residential housing, employment, retail, leisure, hospitality, healthcare, and education. The framework relies on a three-zone system (Zone A, Zone B, and Zone C) to differentiate standards based on public transport accessibility and urban density. Technical standards are derived from CROW publicatie 381, with adjustments tailored to Zoetermeer's local context, such as the specific parking needs for student housing, care homes, and shared mobility concepts.
This document outlines the procedural steps for calculating parking demand, the criteria for double use of parking spaces, and the conditions under which shared mobility or financial contributions to a municipal parking fund can be applied. It provides architects and developers with a structured methodology to determine the normative parking obligation (parkeeropgave) for any given project site.
Zonal Classification and Area Differentiation
The municipality is divided into three zones based on proximity to transport hubs and infrastructure quality. These zones directly influence the applicable car parking norms, while bicycle norms for residential functions remain uniform across all areas.
- Zone A: Includes the Stadshart and the Entreegebied. It is characterized by high-quality public transport (RandstadRail and train stations), low car ownership (< 0.90 per household), and a high density of daily facilities.
- Zone B: The shell around the center with average car ownership (1.00 per household) and good accessibility to public transport and bicycle infrastructure.
- Zone C: Peripheral areas with higher car dependence (> 1.10 per household) and relatively fewer direct public transport connections.
Parking Standards for Residential Functions
Residential parking norms are categorized by housing type (stacked or non-stacked), size in square meters of gross floor area (m2 bvo), and target demographics. The norms include a mandatory visitor component.
- Visitor parking: In Zone A, the visitor share is 0.15 spaces per unit; in Zone B, it is 0.2; and in Zone C, it is 0.3.
- Social/Cheap rental: Defined by rent levels at or below the liberalization threshold, with specific car parking norms ranging from 0.7 to 0.9 depending on the zone.
- Specialized housing: Dedicated standards are provided for student housing (campus contracts), youth housing (ages 18–26), and care homes (zorgwoningen).
- Bicycle parking: Residential units must meet a minimum bicycle parking standard (e.g., 5.0 for large units) plus 1 visitor spot per unit.
Shared Mobility and Norm Corrections
Developers may reduce the total number of required car parking spaces by implementing shared mobility (deelmobiliteit) concepts, provided they submit a 10-year contract and a feasibility study.
- Car substitution: One shared car replaces 4 standard car parking spaces (saving 3 net spaces).
- Bicycle substitution: One shared bicycle replaces 5 standard bicycle spaces (saving 4 net spaces).
- Correction cap: The total reduction in parking demand via shared mobility is limited to a maximum of 25% of the normative residential requirement.
- Fallback option: A terugvaloptie must be defined to manage the risk of shared mobility failing to meet actual demand.
Technical Requirements and Electric Charging
The regulation specifies spatial and technical standards for parking facilities, referencing NEN 2443 for car parking and the Leidraad Fietsparkeren for bicycle facilities.
- Electric charging: For projects requiring more than 20 spaces, 5% must be equipped with charging points, and an additional 5% must have the infrastructure prepared for future expansion.
- Disabled parking: At least 2% of total capacity must be reserved for disabled users, with a minimum of 1 space near public facilities or shopping centers.
- Double use: Shared use of parking spaces between different functions is allowed using occupancy rates (aanwezigheidspercentages) defined in Bijlage 2.
- POET-lijst: The municipality maintains a list of addresses with on-site parking (Parkeren Op Eigen Terrein) to regulate parking permits in the public space.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum increase in parking demand that requires a new parking solution?
If the increase in parking demand due to a change of use, demolition, or expansion is 0.5 spaces or less, the project is exempt from providing additional parking.
How is the 'double use' of parking spaces calculated?
It is calculated by applying occupancy percentages for different times of the week (e.g., workday morning, Saturday evening) across the various functions within a development to find the moment of peak demand.
What are the walking distance limits for parking facilities?
The maximum acceptable walking distance depends on the zone and function, ranging from 200 meters for residents in Zone B/C to 600 meters for visitors or leisure functions in Zone A.
Is there a reduction available for very large developments?
Yes, for large developments where the visitor component exceeds 80% and the total requirement is over 100 visitor spaces, a 10% reduction may be applied to the visitor portion of the requirement.
What constitutes a 'student housing' unit under these rules?
It is defined as a unit designated for students via a campus contract, requiring the tenant to be registered at an educational institution.
Are motorcycles and scooters covered by these parking norms?
While specific norms are not listed, the municipality expects developers to provide appropriate space within the project contours based on the specific mobility profile of the development.
