Nota Parkeernormen Amstelveen 2021 – Parking Standards and Development Requirements
The Nota Parkeernormen Amstelveen 2021 is the official regulatory framework issued by the Municipality of Amstelveen to govern parking requirements for spatial developments. Published in December 2020 by the Afdeling Projecten en Advies, this document established the standards applicable to all planning applications submitted from January 1, 2021. It serves as a direct update to the 2016 regulations, incorporating modern mobility trends and revised national guidelines from CROW Publication 381 (Toekomstbestendig parkeren: van parkeerkencijfers naar parkeernormen).
The scope of these regulations covers new construction, renovations, extensions, and changes of use within the municipal boundaries. Central to the document is the reclassification of Amstelveen as zeer sterk stedelijk (very strongly urban) based on an address density exceeding 2,500 addresses per square kilometer. The regulatory framework is legally anchored through a paraplubestemmingsplan (umbrella zoning plan), ensuring that parking assessments are a mandatory component of the permit process. It defines specific requirements for residential units, offices, retail, healthcare, and educational facilities across four distinct geographical zones.
The document provides detailed technical annexes covering specific parking ratios, presence percentages for shared use, and dimensions for parking facilities. It also introduces mandatory provisions for bicycle parking and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Urban Density and Zoning Framework
Amstelveen applies parking standards based on geographical zones that reflect car dependency and public transport accessibility. The municipality is classified as zeer sterk stedelijk, a status that generally results in lower parking requirements compared to less dense regions.
- Zone A: Areas with low car dependency, high-quality public transport, and robust cycling infrastructure.
- Zone B: Divided into Zone B1 (areas with paid parking) and Zone B2 (areas without paid parking), characterized by medium car dependency.
- Zone C: Areas with high car dependency and limited local facilities.
- Zone D: Remote areas with very high car dependency and minimal public transport access.
Parking Standards for Residential and Commercial Functions
The document lists specific ratios in Bijlage 1 for various functions. These are calculated per dwelling unit or per 100 square meters of bruto vloeroppervlak (GFA).
- Residential: Standards vary by housing type and zone. For a detached house (Koop, huis, vrijstaand), the requirement ranges from 1.1 spots in Zone A to 1.9 in Zone D.
- Offices: For offices without a counter function (Kantoor zonder baliefunctie), the norm is 0.6 per 100m² GFA in Zone A, rising to 2.3 in Zone D.
- Retail: Full-service supermarkets require 1.5 spots per 100m² GFA in Zone A and up to 2.9 in Zone B2/C.
Exemptions and Shared Mobility
The municipality allows for deviations from the standard parking requirement under specific conditions to promote sustainable mobility and efficient land use.
- Deelauto's (Shared Cars): For residential projects where shared cars are structurally integrated, the total parking requirement is reduced by three spots for every one shared car provided.
- Bicycle Parking Offset: In paid parking areas, providing extra bicycle parking can reduce the car parking requirement by a maximum of 10%, at a ratio of five bike spots per one car spot.
- Hardheidsclausule: The Burgemeester en wethouders may deviate from strict application if it leads to exceptional hardship not justified by urgent reasons.
A total combined reduction through various deviation options is capped at a maximum of 20% of the original parking requirement.
Technical Dimensions and Infrastructure
Specific technical requirements are mandated for the physical design of parking facilities to ensure safety and usability.
- Driveways: A single driveway without a garage must be a minimum of 5.0 meters deep.
- Garages: Calculation values for private garages range from 0.4 to 1.8 depending on the configuration (e.g., a garage with a double driveway counts as 1.8 spots).
- Charging Points: For utility buildings with more than 10 parking spots, at least one charging point must be installed, with cable infrastructure prepared for 1 in 5 spots.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the parking requirement for a student room in Amstelveen?
For non-self-contained student rooms (Kamerverhuur, studenten, niet zelfstandig), the standard is 0.1 parking spots per room across all zones (A, B1, B2, C, and D).
How many parking spots does a shared car replace in a new development?
Each structural shared car (deelauto) provided within a residential project reduces the total parking requirement by three spots.
What are the dimensions for standard 90-degree parking?
Standard perpendicular parking (haaks parkeren) requires a space of 2.50 by 5.00 meters, with a driving aisle width of approximately 6.0 meters.
Is bicycle parking mandatory for new residential builds?
Yes, according to Bouwbesluit Article 4.31, new dwellings must include a lockable storage space for bicycles or mobility scooters, and specific visitor standards are defined in Bijlage 5.
What is the maximum reduction allowed on the total parking requirement?
When combining various deviation possibilities like shared cars or extra bicycle facilities, the total reduction is limited to a maximum of 20%.
When did the Nota Parkeernormen Amstelveen 2021 become effective?
The standards apply to all new permit applications submitted on or after January 1, 2021.
