Steenbergen Beleidsregels Parkeernormen 2018 – Municipal Parking Regulations
The Beleidsregels Parkeernormen 2018 is a regulatory framework issued by the Burgemeester en wethouders of the municipality of Steenbergen, Netherlands. Effective from January 9, 2018, these policy rules establish the legal requirements for calculating and providing parking spaces during spatial developments. The document operates under the wider framework of the Besluit ruimtelijke ordening and serves as the primary reference when a specific zoning plan (bestemmingsplan) does not contain its own parking standards or refers dynamically to these policy rules.
The regulation governs various land-use functions including residential, commercial, retail, and recreation. It prioritizes parking on private property, climate adaptation through the minimization of paved surfaces, and the sustainable design of public space. The document relies on the CROW-kencijfers (national parking indices) for technical calculations and introduces mechanisms for meervoudig gebruik (shared parking) and financial contributions to a dedicated mobility fund in specific urban contexts.
The following sections detail the methodology for calculating parking demand, the conditions for on-site provision, and the legal pathways for deviating from standard requirements through off-site solutions or financial offsets.
Calculation Methodology and CROW Standards
The determination of parking requirements is based on the nature of the development and the specific functions involved. Per Article 1.2, the most recent CROW parking indices are the leading standard for all calculations.
- Rounding Rules: Calculations are rounded to the nearest whole number at the end of the sum; values lower than 0.5 are rounded down, while values of 0.5 or higher are rounded up.
- Existing Situation: Only the increase in parking demand resulting from a new development must be provided. Any existing parking deficit in the area is subtracted from the total calculated demand.
- Multiple Usage: If a project combines different functions (e.g., retail and residential), the regulation allows for meervoudig gebruik based on CROW presence percentages to reflect alternating peak demands.
- Property Facilities: Garages and driveways for new dwellings are not automatically counted as two full spaces; their contribution is determined by the specific conversion factors in the CROW tables.
Article 1: Parking on Private Property
The primary obligation for any developer is the realization and maintenance of parking capacity within the boundaries of the project site.
- §1.1 Obligation: Increases in parking demand must be realized and maintained on the developer's own terrain.
- §1.2 Standards: Calculations must strictly follow the current CROW-kencijfers.
Article 2: Deviations in the Immediate Vicinity
The municipal executive may permit deviations from on-site parking requirements if certain conditions are met regarding the local environment.
- Unsuitability: On-site parking is deemed impossible or undesirable due to urban planning, traffic safety, or aesthetic reasons.
- Feasibility: A legal and technical possibility exists to create parking facilities in the directe omgeving (immediate vicinity).
- Cost Responsibility: All costs associated with the off-site realization and municipal approval are borne by the developer.
- Walking Distance: The term directe omgeving is defined by reasonable walking distances as established in CROW guidelines.
Article 3: Mobility Fund and Center Zone Exceptions
For developments located in the center of a local nucleus where on-site and immediate vicinity solutions are not feasible, the municipality may allow a financial contribution to the Mobiliteitsfonds.
- Contribution Amount: The required payment is €1,750.00 per parking space (2018 price level).
- Indexation: The contribution amount is adjusted annually based on the CBS price index for building production.
- Fund Utilization: Monies from the mobiliteitsfonds are allocated for the realization of parking facilities or qualitative improvements within the relevant local center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a garage count as two parking spaces in Steenbergen?
No, a garage and driveway are not automatically counted as two spaces because garages are often used for storage; the document refers to CROW tables to determine how these are counted.
What happens if there is already a parking shortage in the area?
The existing parking deficit is subtracted from the total calculated demand, as developers are only required to provide for the net increase caused by their project.
How are parking requirements rounded?
Standard mathematical rounding is applied at the end of the calculation: less than 0.5 is rounded down, and 0.5 or higher is rounded up.
When can I pay into the mobility fund instead of building parking?
This is only permitted in the center of a nucleus if parking on-site or in the immediate vicinity is impossible due to safety, urban planning, or aesthetic constraints.
What is the cost per parking space for the mobility fund?
The initial contribution is €1,750.00 per space (2018 level), subject to annual CBS indexation.
Can I appeal the parking standards in this document?
No, according to Article 4.4, no objection or appeal can be lodged against the adoption of these policy rules under the Algemene wet bestuursrecht.
