Gemeentelijk Verkeer- en Vervoerplan Stichtse Vecht 2013 – Deel B: Beleidsnota parkeren (Parking Policy Note)
The Gemeentelijk Verkeer- en Vervoerplan Stichtse Vecht 2013 (GVVP) is the primary traffic and transport planning framework for the Municipality of Stichtse Vecht, Netherlands. This specific document, Deel B: Beleidsnota parkeren, serves as the official municipal ordinance and guidance for parking management. The version presented is revision 08, dated August 2015. It functions as a sub-component of the broader Beleidsvisie Verkeer (Part A), which was established by the municipal council to ensure a balance between accessibility, spatial quality, and economic vitality.
The scope of this policy note encompasses all residential, commercial, and industrial areas within the municipality, including key centers like Maarssen, Breukelen, Loenen aan de Vecht, and Vreeland. It establishes the regulatory framework for parking standards (parkeernormen), regulation schemes, and enforcement measures. The document is structured into three primary parts: a vision on parking objectives, the deployment of policy instruments, and concrete implementation rules. It defines specific requirements for new developments, redevelopment projects, and the management of existing public spaces, including the use of parkeerschijf(blauwe)-zones (blue zones), vergunninghouderparkeren (permit parking), and betaald parkeren (paid parking).
This document provides the technical basis for the Nota Parkeernormen, ensuring that spatial developments are tested against standardized parking requirements. It details the methodologies for calculating parking needs based on urban density and socio-economic data specific to the Stichtse Vecht region.
Urban Zones and Parking Standards
The municipality is divided into four distinct urban zones to determine appropriate parking standards, following the categories established in CROW publication 317. These zones reflect the varying levels of car dependency and spatial density across the region.
- Centrum (Center): Continuous areas with multiple retail functions serving a regional purpose.
- Schil/overloopgebied (Fringe): Areas adjacent to the center, often with mixed-use functions or high residential density.
- Rest bebouwde kom (Rest of built-up area): All residential and work areas outside the designated centers and fringes.
- Buitengebied (Rural area): Locations outside the core village kernels, characterized by low density.
Urbanity grades are further defined by address density (omgevingsadressendichtheid or OAD). For instance, Maarssenbroek and Maarssen Dorp are classified as Sterk stedelijk (Strongly Urban), while locations like Tienhoven and Oud-Zuilen are categorized as Niet stedelijk (Non-Urban).
Parking Requirement Calculation (Parkeereis)
For new spatial developments or changes in building use, a specific parking requirement (parkeereis) is imposed. The calculation accounts for the existing legal use of the site to ensure that developers only provide for the additional demand created by their project.
- Calculation Formula: The parking requirement equals the demand of the new situation minus the demand of the existing legal situation, plus half of any demonstrated existing parking deficit.
- Mandatory Research: For residential projects exceeding five units where standards cannot be met on-site, a formal parkeeronderzoek (parking study) is mandatory.
- Double Use (Parkeerbalans): Calculations may account for shared parking spaces between functions with different peak occupancy hours, such as offices and residential units.
Parking Regulation Scenarios
The document outlines five scenarios for implementing parking regulations in core shopping and mixed-use areas, ranging from maintaining the status quo to universal paid parking.
- Scenario 1: Maintaining the current situation with limited adjustments.
- Scenario 2: Removing regulation in all areas except recreational zones (e.g., Scheendijk Noord).
- Scenario 3: Universal paid parking in all core shopping and mixed-use areas.
- Scenario 4: Universal blue zones (parkeerschijfzone) with adequate enforcement.
- Scenario 5: Universal blue zones with limited enforcement.
Financial Instruments and Buy-out Scheme
In cases where the required parking capacity cannot be realized on-site, the municipality offers a buy-out option (afkoopregeling). Contributions are managed via the Bestemmingsreserve parkeren (Parking Reserve Fund).
- Maaiveld (Ground level): A buy-out fee of €2,500 per space (excluding VAT).
- Gebouwd bovengronds (Above-ground structure): A buy-out fee of €20,000 per space.
- Gebouwd ondergronds (Underground structure): A buy-out fee of €40,000 per space.
The municipality is obligated to use these funds to realize the necessary parking capacity within a period of five to ten years, depending on the type of development.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum acceptable walking distance for parking in residential centers?
According to Table 11, the maximum acceptable walking distance for the 'Wonen centrum' function is 400 meters.
When is a parking study mandatory for new residential developments?
A parking study is required for projects with more than five housing units if the developer cannot meet the standard parking norms within the project area.
What are the acceptable parking pressure thresholds for residential areas?
A parking situation is considered acceptable if the occupancy rate is below 90% at night and below 85% during the day.
What is the minimum dimension for a parallel parking space on the street?
Section 11.1.7 states the minimum length for a parallel parking space (langsparkeervak) is 5.75 meters with a minimum width of 1.80 meters.
Are there specific rules for parking large vehicles in Stichtse Vecht?
The municipality imposes a zonal parking ban for large vehicles (longer than 6 meters or higher than 2.4 meters) within residential kernels, as defined in the Algemene Plaatselijke Verordening (APV).
How often are the parking standards reviewed?
Parking standards must be reviewed and potentially adjusted at least once every five years based on monitoring and evaluation data.
