Nota Parkeernormen 2023 Hilversum – Municipal Parking Regulations
The Nota Parkeernormen 2023. Hilversum is the official regulatory framework established by the Gemeente Hilversum in the Netherlands. Effective from November 16, 2023, this municipal ordinance governs the calculation and provision of parking spaces for all new spatial developments, including new builds, large-scale renovations, and functional transformations. It sits within the broader legal context of the Woonvisie 2021 tot 2030 and the municipal mobility vision, replacing the previous 2017 parking policy rules and the 2021 Beleidsnotitie Parkeernormering OV-Knooppunten.
The document provides a systematic method for determining the Parkeereis (parking requirement) based on building functions and geographic zones. It covers diverse regulatory domains such as residential housing, commercial services, retail, sports, culture, and healthcare. Key structural elements include detailed norm tables in Bijlage 1, presence percentages for shared use in Bijlage 2, and a defined map of the Kernwinkelgebied in Bijlage 3. The regulation explicitly defines technical terms such as Parkeerbalans, Dubbelgebruik, and the GROP-lijst (No Right to Parking Permit list).
By establishing clear standards for parking on private property and outlining conditions for financial contributions to the municipal Mobiliteitsfonds, the document coordinates spatial planning with urban accessibility. The following sections detail the zoning categories, calculation procedures, and financial buy-off schemes prescribed by the municipality.
Geographic Zoning and Urban Density
Hilversum applies parking standards based on the CROW guidelines for the sterk stedelijk (highly urban) density class. The municipality is divided into specific zones that dictate the intensity of the parking requirement:
- Centrum and OV-knooppunten: Zones within a 500-meter radius of the three main railway stations, where the lowest norms apply due to high accessibility via public transport.
- Schil Centrum: The urban shell surrounding the city center.
- Rest bebouwde kom: Remaining built-up areas within the municipal boundaries.
- Buitengebied: Rural or outlying areas where the highest parking norms are generally enforced.
- Kernwinkelgebied (KWG): A specific zone demarcated by physical bollards where no parking norms are applied, as car access is restricted.
Parking Requirement Calculation Procedure
The document outlines a four-step process to determine the final number of parking spaces required for a spatial development project:
- Step 1: Normative Need: Calculation of the base requirement using the tables in Bijlage 1, which differentiate between residents/personnel and visitors.
- Step 2: Effective Need: Application of Dubbelgebruik (double usage) factors from Bijlage 2 to account for different peak usage times across multiple functions.
- Step 3: Reductions: Evaluating potential reductions (up to 50% in regulated areas) if the applicant implements mobility plans or utilizes the Mobiliteitsfonds.
- Step 4: Final Solution: Determining how the requirement is met, prioritising parking on private terrain in accordance with NEN 2443 standards.
Financial Buy-off and the Mobility Fund
In regulated parking zones, developers may choose to buy off a portion of their parking requirement. Payments are directed to the Mobiliteitsfonds to improve general urban accessibility. The following financial thresholds apply as of January 1, 2024:
- First 3 spaces: A fixed fee of €10,000 per parking space.
- 4th space and beyond: A fee of €16,600 per parking space.
- Social and mid-market housing: A flat fee of €10,000 per space, regardless of the number of spaces bought off.
- Maximum reduction: In regulated areas, the total reduction of the Parkeereis may not exceed 50%.
The GROP-lijst and Parking Permits
To protect public space from excessive parking pressure, the municipality maintains the GROP-lijst (Geen Recht Op Parkeervergunning). Addresses associated with new developments that have fulfilled their parking requirements—whether through on-site provision or buy-off—are added to this list.
- Permit Exclusion: Residents of GROP-listed addresses are ineligible for street parking permits in regulated zones.
- POET-regeling: The Parkeren Op Eigen Terrein (Parking on Own Terrain) list identifies specific addresses where on-site parking is mandated.
- Visitor Regulation: Even if residents cannot obtain permits, they may still be eligible for municipal visitor parking schemes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the visitor parking norm for residential units in Hilversum?
Hilversum uses a standardized visitor norm of 0.1 parking spaces per dwelling for all housing types, which is a deviation from the standard CROW guidelines.
How far is the OV-knooppunt zone around railway stations?
The zone is defined as a 500-meter walking distance measured from the station entrance to the front door of the development.
What is the maximum reduction allowed for the parking requirement?
In regulated parking areas, the parking requirement can be reduced by a maximum of 50%.
Are social housing projects subject to different buy-off rates?
Yes, for social and mid-market rental and owner-occupied homes, the buy-off rate is fixed at €10,000 per space, exempt from the increased rate for four or more spaces.
Which technical standards apply to the design of new parking spaces?
Parking solutions must comply with NEN 2443 for garages and the ASVV 2021 guidelines for surface-level facilities.
What happens if a project cannot meet the parking norm on its own terrain?
Under specific conditions and the Hardheidsclausule (§6.1), the municipality may grant an exemption or allow for a financial contribution to the mobility fund.
