Nota Parkeernormen Gemeente Veere 2024 – Municipal Parking Regulations
The Nota Parkeernormen Gemeente Veere 2024 is the official policy framework establishing parking requirements for spatial developments within the municipality of Veere, Netherlands. Issued by the municipal executive, this document constitutes policy rules as defined in Article 4:81, paragraph 1 of the Algemene wet bestuursrecht (General Administrative Law Act). Valid from August 28, 2025, it replaces the 2022 edition to align with the national CROW publication 744 (Parkeerkencijfers 2024). The regulation serves as a legal basis for the Omgevingsplan (Environmental Plan) under the Omgevingswet (Environment Act).
The regulatory scope encompasses all new spatial developments, including new construction, building transformations, and changes in functional use. It governs the calculation of both car and bicycle parking demand based on specific building functions, urban density levels, and geographic zones. The document identifies two primary zones: Binnen de bebouwde kom (urban areas, specifically classified as rest bebouwde kom) and Buitengebied (outlying areas). It defines critical technical terms such as Parkeerbalans (parking balance), POET (Parkeren Op Eigen Terrein — parking on private property), and Bruto vloeroppervlak (gross floor area or BVO).
The framework provides a structured methodology for professionals to determine the necessary number of parking spaces through a nine-step process. This involves applying norm values, correction factors for mobility, and occupancy rates for shared use across different times of the day.
Legal Framework and Applicability
The regulations apply exclusively to new developments or new functions within existing buildings. They do not apply retroactively to previously established functions. Under the Omgevingswet, the municipal Omgevingsplan refers to this policy to determine the number of required parking spaces for a permit.
- Article 4.84 Awb: The municipality maintains the authority to deviate from these norms if strict application leads to disproportionate hardship for stakeholders.
- Prior Agreements: Written agreements established during feasibility studies or preliminary consultations before the adoption of this document may supersede these norms.
- POET Principle: The primary requirement is for developers to facilitate parking within the boundaries of the project site or on private property.
Car Parking Norms and Geographic Zoning
Veere is classified as Niet stedelijk (not urban) based on a density of fewer than 500 addresses per square kilometer. Parking norms are derived from the average bandwidth of CROW 744 figures, except for the recreational sector, where the maximum bandwidth is applied due to high seasonal traffic.
- Rest bebouwde kom: This zone applies to all developments within the urban cores of Veere’s villages.
- Buitengebied: This zone covers areas outside the urban cores, typically requiring higher parking norms due to lower accessibility by alternative transport.
- Recreational Rental: For Bed & Breakfasts or room rentals, one parking space is required per rental room. If more than 3 guests are accommodated, two spaces are required.
- Domburg Holiday Homes: Standard holiday homes in Domburg usually require 1 space per unit, while units for more than 3 persons require 2 spaces.
Parking Balance Methodology (Stappenplan)
A positive or neutral Parkeerbalans must be demonstrated through a nine-step calculation process. This ensures that the parking demand generated by a project is balanced by the available supply without negatively impacting the surrounding environment.
- Step 1: Normative Demand: Calculating the initial requirement based on function and surface area (Function * Norm).
- Step 2: Mobility Correction: Optional adjustments for factors like shared cars that reduce private car ownership.
- Step 3: Shared Use (Dubbelgebruik): Applying Aanwezigheidspercentages (occupancy percentages) from Annex 4 to account for different peak times (e.g., 100% for offices during workdays vs. 50% for residences).
- Step 5: Offsetting (Salderen): Subtracting the parking demand of the previous building function from the new demand.
Technical Standards for Supply
When parking is provided on private property (POET), specific conversion factors apply. For example, a single driveway without a garage counts as 1.0 space if it is at least 6 meters deep, while a garage with a double driveway counts as 2.0 spaces.
- Parking Space Dimensions: For recreational rentals, spaces must be at least 2.5 by 5 meters.
- Public Space Use: Utilizing existing public parking requires proof that occupancy rates do not exceed 85% during the day or 90% in the evening/night.
- Walking Distances: Acceptable distances vary by target group: 100–250 meters for residential, 200–600 meters for city centers, and 200–800 meters for work locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum size for a parking space for a Bed & Breakfast in Veere?
A parking space for recreational room rentals must be at least 2.5 meters wide and 5 meters long.
Which CROW publication does the 2024 Veere parking policy follow?
The policy is based on CROW publication 744, titled 'Parkeerkencijfers 2024'.
Does this document apply to existing houses that are not being renovated?
No, the policy only applies to new spatial developments, transformations, or changes in functional use.
What is the acceptable walking distance from a parking spot to a residential building?
The maximum acceptable walking distance for residents is between 100 and 250 meters.
How are parking requirements calculated for a mixed-use development?
Requirements are calculated by applying the specific norm for each function and then correcting for shared use using the occupancy percentages in Annex 4.
Under what condition can public parking spots be included in the parking balance?
This is only possible if research proves that the occupancy rate remains below 85% during the day and 90% in the evening and night after the development.
What is the parking norm for a detached house in the town centers?
According to Annex 2, a detached house (Koop, woning, vrijstaand) requires 2.0 spaces in the town centers, excluding the 0.2 visitor share.
How does the policy view bicycle parking?
Bicycle parking demand must in principle be solved on the project's own terrain, with specific norms provided in Annex 3 for various functions.
