Uitvoeringsregels parkeernormen Gemeente Maashorst 2023 – Municipality Parking Standards
The Uitvoeringsregels parkeernormen Gemeente Maashorst 2023 is an official regulatory document issued by the municipality of Maashorst, Netherlands. Adopted by the Municipal Council on November 16, 2023, and effective from December 2, 2023, these implementation rules provide the legal and technical framework for calculating parking requirements for cars and bicycles. The regulation functions as a normative framework under the local bestemmingsplan or omgevingsplan, replacing the former Nota Parkeernormen Uden 2018 to harmonize standards following the merger of the municipalities of Uden and Landerd.
The scope of this document covers all new construction projects, building renovations, and changes in functional use within the municipality. It defines parking standards based on geographical zones—Centrum, Rest bebouwde kom, and Buitengebied—and utilizes national indices from CROW (Centrum voor Regelgeving en Onderzoek in de Grond-, Water- en Wegenbouw en de Verkeerstechniek). The document is structured into five main chapters and ten technical annexes, covering calculation methodologies for dual use (dubbelgebruik), offsetting (saldering), and specific dimensions for parking facilities.
The following sections detail the core regulatory components, including the step-by-step plan for parking balance calculations and the technical requirements for different building functions.
Area Classification and Urban Density
Parking requirements in Maashorst are differentiated by geographic location and the degree of urbanization. The municipality identifies three primary zones that dictate the applicable norm:
- Centrum: Specific to the center of Uden.
- Rest bebouwde kom: Includes the built-up areas of Uden, Schaijk, Zeeland, Volkel, Reek, and Odiliapeel.
- Buitengebied: The rural areas outside the defined built-up boundaries.
The classification aligns with CROW guidelines for 'moderately urbanized' areas, reflecting local car ownership rates which average 1.34 per household in Maashorst, notably higher than the Dutch national average of 1.08.
Functional Parking Norms
The regulation categorizes land use into seven main functional groups, each with specific parking norms per unit (e.g., per dwelling or per 100 m² of Gross Floor Area - bvo):
- Wonen (Housing): Differentiated by price segment and house type, ranging from 1.1 for social housing apartments to 2.4 for detached houses in rural areas.
- Werken (Work): Includes offices, commercial services, and industrial activities.
- Winkelen en boodschappen (Retail): Specific norms for supermarkets, specialty stores, and large-scale retail like furniture boulevards.
- Sport, cultuur en ontspanning: Covers facilities such as sports halls, cinemas, and swimming pools.
- Horeca en (verblijfs-)recreatie: Norms for hotels, restaurants, and campsites.
- Gezondheidszorg: Requirements for health centers, pharmacies, and hospitals.
- Onderwijs: Standards for schools and childcare facilities.
Calculation Methodology and Step-by-Step Plan
To determine the final parking requirement for a project, the document prescribes a mandatory step-by-step plan (stappenplan) to arrive at a balanced parking solution:
- Step 2: Calculation of demand: Multiplying the scope of the project by the specific norm from Bijlage 2.
- Step 3a: Dual Use (Dubbelgebruik): Applying presence percentages from Bijlage 3 to account for different peak times (e.g., residents at night vs. workers during the day).
- Step 3b: Offsetting (Saldering): Subtracting the parking demand of the most recent legally existing function if applicable.
- Step 5: Location of Provision: Priority is given to providing parking on the project's own terrain. Public space provision is only considered under strict conditions and municipal approval.
Technical Standards and Dimensions
Construction must adhere to the dimensions specified in Bijlage 7, which are based on the ASVV 2021 standards. Key values include:
- Perpendicular parking (Haaks): Minimum width of 2.50 meters and length of 5.13 meters.
- Parallel parking (Langs): Minimum width of 2.00 meters and length of 6.00 meters.
- Disabled parking: At least one space per open building, located within 50 meters of the main entrance.
- Walking distances: Maximum acceptable distances from the destination vary, such as 100 meters for residents and up to 600 meters for retail visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the standard dimensions for a car parking space in Maashorst?
According to Bijlage 7, a standard perpendicular parking space must be 2.50 meters wide and 5.13 meters long, while parallel spaces require 2.00 by 6.00 meters.
Does the parking norm include visitor parking?
Yes, all norms listed in Bijlage 2 include a specific visitor share, such as 0.3 spaces per dwelling for most residential types.
How is a private garage counted toward the parking requirement?
Under Bijlage 8, a garage with a single driveway is counted as 1.0 space for the parking balance, while a single driveway without a garage counts as 0.8 spaces.
What is the maximum walking distance from a parking spot to a home?
The maximum acceptable walking distance for residential functions is set at 100 meters, as defined in Bijlage 6.
Can I use existing public parking spaces to meet my project's demand?
Parking on own terrain is the primary requirement; however, public spaces can be considered if a parking pressure measurement (Bijlage 5) shows the utilization remains below 85% during peak hours.
Are there requirements for electric vehicle charging?
The rules state that the parking solution must account for sustainability, including the provision of electric charging points and facilities for (electric) bicycles and scooters.
