Gemeente Vlaardingen Beleidsregel Parkeernormen 2019 – Parking Standards and Regulations
The Beleidsregel Parkeernormen 2019 is the official regulatory document issued by the Gemeente Vlaardingen to govern car and bicycle parking requirements for new developments and function changes. Established in July 2019 (Version 1.0), this policy rule replaces the previous Nota Parkeerbeleid 2008. It functions within the legal framework of the Reparatiewet BZK 2014, which removed parking requirements from municipal building bylaws, necessitating their inclusion in zoning plans or specific policy rules. The document aligns with the Actieplan Mobiliteit and the Visie Openbare Ruimte to balance urban accessibility with the quality of public spaces.
The scope of these regulations covers all construction projects, renovations, and changes in building use within the municipality. The document utilizes parking figures from CROW Publication 381 (Toekomstbestendig parkeren) while incorporating local data on car ownership. It defines a structured process for determining the Parkeereis (parking requirement), progressing through three phases: determining normative demand based on five specific geographical zones, establishing an application framework that accounts for dual use, and offering customization options for mobility measures such as car-sharing and Mobility as a Service (MaaS).
This policy ensures that developers provide sufficient parking capacity on-site to prevent the displacement of parking pressure to the surrounding neighborhood. It includes detailed annexes for residential car parking, diverse non-residential functions, and specific standards for bicycle storage. The document remains in effect until a subsequent revision is formally adopted by the municipal council.
Geographical Zone Classifications
Parking requirements in Vlaardingen are differentiated based on the level of urbanization and the availability of alternative transport modes. The municipality is classified as 'highly urbanized' with an average density of 2,763 addresses per square kilometre. Standards are applied across five distinct zones:
- Centrum / Stadshart+: The core urban area with the highest density and best transit access.
- Schil centrum: The urban shell surrounding the city center.
- Woonwijken: Established residential neighborhoods.
- Rest bebouwde kom: Other built-up areas within the city boundaries.
- Buitengebied: Rural and outlying areas with the lowest urbanization levels.
Residential and Visitor Parking Standards
Car parking norms for housing are calculated based on the household status (rental vs. owner-occupied) and the Gebruiksoppervlakte (go) of the dwelling. The standards assume an average car ownership of 0.9 for rental units and 1.3 for owner-occupied units. Every residential norm includes a mandatory visitor component:
- Visitor Norm: A fixed requirement of 0.2 parking spaces per dwelling is included in the base norm.
- Social Housing / Small Units: Dwellings under 50m² typically have a lower norm (e.g., 0.7 in the center).
- Large Dwellings: Units exceeding 150m² in the outer zones can require up to 2.2 spaces.
- Disabled Parking: For public facilities, a minimum of 2% of the total parking capacity must be reserved for disabled users.
Implementation Hierarchy and POET Database
The municipality enforces a strict hierarchy for fulfilling the parking requirement. Developers must first attempt to realize all required spaces on their own terrain. If this is not feasible, they must follow these subsequent steps:
- Step 1: Own Terrain: Spaces realized on-site, including garages and driveways (subject to correction factors in Tabel 3).
- Step 2: Private Facilities: Utilization of existing private parking garages or lots within acceptable walking distances, secured by a contract for at least 10 years.
- Step 3: Public Space: Usage of public parking only if a parking pressure study proves that occupancy remains below 90% at peak moments.
Properties that fulfill their parking requirement on-site are recorded in the POET-bestand (Parkeren Op Eigen Terrein). Residents of these addresses are generally excluded from obtaining public parking permits.
Customization and Mobility Reductions
Under Fase 3: Maatwerk, developers may apply for a reduction in the required number of car parking spaces by implementing alternative mobility solutions. The College van B&W has the authority to grant exemptions based on documented evidence:
- Car-sharing: One shared vehicle is considered to replace three private cars, resulting in a net reduction of two spaces per shared car.
- Public Transit Proximity: Developments within 400 meters of Station Vlaardingen Oost, Centrum, or West may receive a 10% reduction in the car parking requirement.
- Bicycle Substitution: Up to 10% of the car parking requirement can be substituted by adding three extra bicycle parking spots for every one car space removed.
- Parkeerfonds: If physical realization is impossible, a financial contribution to the municipal parking fund may be permitted under a separate ordinance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptable walking distance for residential parking in Vlaardingen?
According to Tabel 4, the maximum walking distance is 300 meters in the center and 150 meters in residential neighborhoods and other areas.
Are visitors included in the standard residential parking norm?
Yes, a visitor norm of 0.2 parking spaces per dwelling is already incorporated into the car parking figures listed in Tabel 2.
How does car-sharing affect the total parking requirement?
The use of shared cars allows for a reduction, where 1 shared car replaces 3 private cars, provided the arrangement is secured for at least 10 years.
What happens if a development is located near a train station?
Projects within a 400-meter radius of the three Vlaardingen train stations qualify for a 10% reduction in the total car parking requirement.
When can a developer contribute to the Parkeerfonds instead of building spaces?
A contribution to the Parkeerfonds is only considered in exceptional cases where on-site and private realization is proven impossible after following the three-phase implementation process.
Are there specific requirements for bicycle parking in apartment buildings?
For apartment complexes, bicycle parking must be realized in a communal storage facility, and 10% of spaces must accommodate oversized bicycles or scooters.
Is there a minimum threshold for parking exemptions in non-residential projects?
Exemptions may be granted if the difference between the old and new function's parking demand is fewer than 3 spaces, though this does not apply to housing.
How are driveways and garages on private plots counted toward the requirement?
The theoretical capacity is adjusted by correction factors in Tabel 3; for example, a single driveway without a garage counts as 0.8 spaces if it is at least 5 meters deep.
