Beleidsregels Parkeernormen Uithoorn – Municipal Parking Standards and Regulations
The Beleidsregels Parkeernormen Uithoorn is a regulatory framework established by the College van Burgemeester en Wethouders of the Gemeente Uithoorn. Formally adopted on November 21, 2023, and effective from July 11, 2024, these policy rules define the parking capacity requirements for spatial developments within the municipality, including the settlement of De Kwakel. This document replaces previous outdated regulations and provides an integrated system for calculating parking obligations for motor vehicles and bicycles under the Omgevingswet framework.
The scope of the document encompasses new construction projects, renovations, functional changes, and building expansions. The regulations utilize a system of fixed parking standards derived from the CROW Publication 381, Toekomstbestendig Parkeren. It defines specific geographic zones based on urban density—such as the Dorpscentrum, Woonwijken, and Buitengebied—each with tailored requirements to reflect local car ownership and accessibility. Key regulatory elements include the salderen (offsetting) method for existing legal functions, shared-use percentages (dubbelgebruik), and specific dimensional requirements for parking facilities on private property.
This regulatory document provides technical tables for diverse land uses, including residential, commercial, retail, sports, and educational facilities. It also outlines the conditions under which developers may apply for reductions in parking requirements through the implementation of shared mobility schemes or enhanced bicycle parking.
Area Typology and Urban Density Zones
Parking standards in Uithoorn are determined by the degree of urban density (stedelijkheid) and the specific urban zone. The municipality is categorized as 'moderately urban' with an average of 1,445 addresses per square kilometer, though standards vary across four primary zones.
- Centrum (Dorpscentrum): The highest density zone where lower car parking standards apply due to better accessibility to alternative transport.
- Rest bebouwde kom: Includes residential neighborhoods like Thamerdal, Zijdelwaard, and Legmeer.
- Bedrijventerrein: Specific standards for industrial and business areas.
- Buitengebied: Rural areas including the De Kwakel countryside where higher car dependency is assumed.
Calculation of Parking Obligations
The document defines the parkeerverplichting as the net requirement resulting from a new development after accounting for existing legal uses. For renovation or functional change, the principle of salderen (offsetting) is applied.
- New Construction: The parking obligation is calculated directly from the tables in Chapter 3.
- Functional Changes: The parking demand of the most recent legal function is subtracted from the demand of the new function.
- Rounding: The final calculated number of required spaces is always rounded up to the nearest whole number.
- Exemption Threshold: Projects requiring 1.0 or fewer additional parking spaces are exempt from realizing extra capacity.
Parking on Private Property and Dimensions
Developers are primarily responsible for realizing parking on their own terrain (eigen terrein). Not all private spaces are counted as a full space in the calculation due to alternative usage (e.g., storage in garages).
- Single driveway without garage: Counts as 0.8 spaces (minimum 5m length, 3.2m width).
- Garage with single driveway: Counts as 1.0 space (minimum 6m length for the driveway).
- Double driveway without garage: Counts as 1.7 spaces (minimum 5.5m width).
- Garage without driveway: Counts as 0.4 spaces.
Reductions and Shared Mobility
The municipality allows for a maximum cumulative reduction of 20% in the parking obligation if sustainable mobility alternatives are provided.
- Shared Cars (Deelauto’s): One shared car replaces four regular spaces; the parking requirement is reduced by 3 spaces per shared car provided.
- Extra Bicycle Parking: Increasing bicycle capacity can lead to a maximum 10% reduction in car parking spaces, calculated at a ratio of five extra bike spaces per one car space.
- Public Transport Proximity: Developments within 200 meters of a High-Quality Public Transport (HOV) stop may qualify for lower standards similar to the Dorpscentrum.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum acceptable walking distance for residents in Uithoorn?
The guideline for residents is approximately 100 meters, which equates to a 1.0 to 1.5-minute walk.
How are parking requirements calculated for social housing?
For social rental apartments, the standard is 1.0 space in the Dorpscentrum and 1.3 spaces in residential neighborhoods, including 0.3 spaces for visitors.
What is the visitor parking requirement for residential units?
The standards include a visitor component of 0.3 spaces per dwelling, except for small one-room dwellings where it is 0.2 spaces.
Can existing parking deficits be ignored during a functional change?
Yes, developers are not required to compensate for an existing shortage in parking capacity; they only need to provide for the extra demand caused by the new development.
What dimensions are required for a standard private garage?
A garage must have a minimum length of 5.5 meters and a minimum width of 2.85 meters.
Under what condition is shared use of parking spaces allowed?
Shared use (dubbelgebruik) is permitted when different functions have different peak hours, provided the developer submits a calculation based on the presence percentages in Table 2.
