Nota Parkeernormen Den Helder 2022 – Municipal Parking Standards and Regulations
The Nota Parkeernormen Den Helder 2022 is a regulatory document issued by the Gemeente Den Helder in the Netherlands. It establishes the policy rules for parking requirements related to spatial developments, including new construction, functional changes, and redevelopments. This version, formally adopted by the municipal council on September 27, 2021, and effective from May 1, 2024, replaces the previous 2017–2021 framework. The document serves as an integral part of the spatial assessment framework under the paraplu-bestemmingsplan and transitions into the broader Omgevingsplan structure.
The regulations apply to the entire municipality and are based on the CROW publication 381 parking indicators, adapted to the specific local conditions of Den Helder. The municipality is classified as sterk stedelijk (highly urbanized) by the CBS, with an address density of 1,696 per square kilometer. This classification determines the specific range of parking values applied across different zones. The document outlines requirements for residential, commercial, cultural, and educational facilities, and includes specific mandates for Gehandicaptenparkeerplaatsen (disabled parking) and charging infrastructure for electric vehicles.
The framework detailed in the following sections provides the technical basis for calculating the required number of parking spaces for any given project. It includes a structured flowchart for the parkeertoets (parking assessment), detailed zoning maps, and tables specifying the visitor share included in the standards.
Zoning and Urban Density
The municipality categorizes its territory into three distinct zones for the application of parking standards. These zones reflect the availability of alternative transport and the specific character of the urban environment.
- Centrum: The primary urban core where car usage is lower due to proximity to amenities and transport.
- Schil/overloopgebied: The transitional zone surrounding the center.
- Rest bebouwde kom: All other built-up areas within the municipal boundaries.
- Stedelijkheidsgraad: Den Helder is categorized as sterk stedelijk (highly urban), which influences the baseline parking indicators used from the CROW national standards.
Calculation of the Parking Requirement
The parkeereis (parking requirement) is calculated based on the specific function of a building and its measurable aspects, such as gross floor area (BVO), number of units, or number of treatment rooms.
- Rounding: Calculated requirements are rounded up to the nearest whole number; half-spaces are not permitted.
- Oud recht: For redevelopments, the parking demand of the previous function can be deducted from the new requirement, provided those spaces remain available.
- Visitor Share: Parking standards listed in the annexes are inclusive of a specific visitor percentage (e.g., 0.3 spaces per dwelling).
Parking on Private Property
When calculating whether a project meets its parking requirements on private land, specific 'theoretische aantallen' (theoretical counts) are applied to driveways and garages to account for actual usage patterns.
- Enkele oprit: A single driveway without a garage counts as 1.0 parking space.
- Dubbele oprit: A double driveway without a garage or carport counts as 1.5 parking spaces.
- Garagebox: A standalone garage box or garage without a driveway counts as 0.6 parking spaces.
- Garage met oprit: A garage with a single driveway counts as 1.0 parking space.
- Dubbele garage met oprit: A double garage with a double driveway counts as the standard norm minus 0.3 for visitors.
Special Provisions and Exemptions
The document provides specific percentages for special parking types and conditions under which the College van Burgemeester en Wethouders may grant exemptions.
- Gehandicaptenparkeerplaatsen: A general guideline of 2% of total spaces is required for disabled parking, rising to 5% for public buildings like libraries or town halls.
- Electric Vehicles: New developments must currently provide between 2.5% and 3.0% of spaces as charging points for electric cars.
- Dubbelgebruik: Shared use of parking spaces is permitted if a 'double usage' test proves that peak demand for different functions occurs at different times, as defined in the Aanwezigheidspercentages table.
- Ontheffing: Exemptions from the parking requirement may be granted if meeting the demand on private property is demonstrably impossible and the development is of significant importance to the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the urban density classification for Den Helder in the parking policy?
Den Helder is classified by the CBS as sterk stedelijk (highly urban), with an address density of 1,696 per square kilometer.
How are partial parking spaces handled in calculations?
Partial parking spaces are not permitted; the total parking requirement is always rounded up to the nearest whole number.
How many parking spaces does a private garage box count for?
According to the policy, a standalone garage box or a garage without a driveway counts as 0.6 parking spaces toward the total requirement.
What percentage of parking spaces must be reserved for disabled users in public buildings?
For public buildings such as libraries or municipal offices, a minimum of 5% of the parking spaces must be designated as general disabled parking spaces.
Are bicycle parking standards included in this regulation?
Yes, bicycle parking standards for various functions are detailed in Appendix 7, though residential bicycle storage is primarily governed by the Building Decree (Bouwbesluit).
What is the maximum walking distance considered acceptable for office parking?
The acceptable walking distance for the 'Works' (Werken) function group is set at 400 meters.
How is 'living above shops' treated regarding parking?
Specific exemptions may be granted for creating independent living spaces above shops in the core shopping areas, subject to front facade width and a maximum of 2 spaces per 5 meters of facade.
What is the minimum percentage for electric vehicle charging points?
Current requirements specify a share of 2.5% to 3.0% for charging points for electric vehicles.
