Beleidsregel Parkeernormen 2019 – Vlaardingen Parking Standards and Regulations
The Beleidsregel Parkeernormen 2019 is a municipal ordinance issued by the Gemeente Vlaardingen, Netherlands. Established in July 2019 (Version 1.0), this document defines the legal framework for determining parking requirements for new construction, building modifications, and changes in land use. It replaces the parking standards previously contained in the Nota Parkeerbeleid 2008 and sits under the broader umbrella of the Nota Herijking Parkeerbeleid 2017 and the Actieplan Mobiliteit 2018. The regulation functions as an open norm in zoning plans, providing a direct legal basis for imposing parking requirements during the environmental permit (omgevingsvergunning) process.
The scope of the document encompasses both car and bicycle parking requirements for a wide variety of functions, including residential units, offices, retail, and leisure facilities. It utilizes CROW Publication 381 (Toekomstbestendig parkeren) as its primary technical foundation while incorporating local data regarding car ownership in Vlaardingen. Key regulatory elements detailed within the text include the Gebiedsindeling (area classification based on urban density), the POET-bestand (registry for parking on own terrain), and specific calculation methods for Dubbelgebruik (shared use). It also establishes the procedures for the Parkeerfonds, where developers may pay a financial contribution if parking requirements cannot be met on-site.
This regulatory document is structured to guide professionals through three distinct phases: establishing the normative parking need, determining how to fill that need, and exploring custom solutions or exemptions. The following sections detail the specific technical criteria and application frameworks defined by the municipality.
Area Classification and Urban Density
Vlaardingen is classified as a very highly urbanized area with an address density of 2,763 addresses per square kilometer. For the application of parking standards, the municipality is divided into five distinct zones based on dominant land functions and accessibility:
- Centrum/Stadshart+: The core city center with high density.
- Schil centrum: The urban fringe surrounding the center.
- Woonwijken: Primary residential neighborhoods.
- Rest bebouwde kom: Other built-up areas.
- Buitengebied: Rural or outlying areas.
Residential Parking Norms
Residential standards are differentiated by tenure (rental vs. owner-occupied) and usable floor area (gebruiksoppervlakte or GO). These norms include a fixed visitor component of 0.2 spaces per dwelling.
- Rental Properties: Norms range from 0.7 for units <50m² in the center to 1.8 for units >125m² in residential neighborhoods.
- Owner-Occupied Properties: Norms range from 0.7 for units <50m² in the center to 2.2 for units >150m² in outlying areas.
- Special Housing: Includes specific standards for self-contained student rooms (Kamerverhuur zelfstandig) and assisted living facilities (Aanleunwoning en serviceflat).
- Correction Factors: Table 3 provides calculation values for private parking, such as 0.8 for a single driveway without a garage and 1.3 for a garage with a long driveway.
Bicycle Parking Standards
In alignment with the goal to be a bicycle-friendly city, specific standards are set for non-residential functions and special residential types like student housing. General residential bicycle storage is primarily governed by Bouwbesluit 2012, but local norms apply for other functions:
- Offices: 2.0 spaces per 100m² GFA for staff in the city center.
- Retail: 2.5 spaces per 100m² GFA for shopping centers.
- Oversized Bicycles: 10% of required spaces must accommodate cargo bikes (bakfietsen) or scooters.
- Walking Distance: For non-residential functions, bicycle parking must be within 50 to 100 meters of the destination.
Custom Solutions and Exemptions (Maatwerk)
The regulation allows for deviations from normative requirements under specific conditions described in Phase 3. These include measures that reduce car dependency or address exceptional public interests:
- Shared Cars (Deelauto): One shared car replaces 3 private cars, resulting in a net reduction of 2 parking spaces, provided a 10-year contract is secured.
- Public Transport Proximity: A 10% reduction in car parking requirements applies to projects within 400 meters of Vlaardingen Oost, Centrum, or West stations.
- Bicycle Bonus: Developers can reduce car parking by up to 10% by providing 3 extra bicycle spaces for every 1 car space removed.
- Small Projects: Exemptions may be granted if the difference between the old and new parking need is fewer than 3 spaces (excluding residential functions).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mandatory percentage of disabled parking spaces?
For public facilities, at least 2% of the parking spaces must be designed and designated as parking for the disabled.
How are electric vehicle charging points treated in the public domain?
Parking spaces equipped with a charging point for electric cars in the public domain are considered public parking spaces.
What is the maximum acceptable occupancy rate for public parking?
When using public space to meet a parking requirement, the total occupancy (including the new development's demand) must not exceed 90% during peak moments.
What is the 'POET-bestand' and how does it affect residents?
The POET-bestand (Parking On Own Terrain) is a registry of addresses with private parking; these residents are generally ineligible for public parking permits to ensure on-site facilities are utilized.
What happens if a building has been vacant for several years?
If a building or site has been unused for five years or longer, the parking demand of the existing situation is considered zero (nihil) when calculating the new requirement.
What are the maximum walking distances for residential parking?
The maximum acceptable walking distance is 300 meters in the center and 150 meters in other residential areas or outlying zones.
How long must a shared car contract last to reduce the parking requirement?
A shared car concept must be secured through a contract for at least 10 years, often via the Homeowners Association (VVE), to qualify for a reduction.
When is a contribution to the Parking Fund required?
A contribution to the Parkeerfonds is required when an initiator cannot meet the parking demand on-site or in the public space, and the municipality agrees to take over the parking obligation.
