Nota Parkeernormen Gemeente Waalre – Parking Standards and Development Regulations
The Nota Parkeernormen Gemeente Waalre is the official regulatory framework issued by the Gemeenteraad van Waalre to govern parking requirements for spatial developments. Valid from December 1, 2023, this statute establishes a uniform assessment framework for evaluating parking solutions in residential and commercial projects. It functions under the broader legal scope of the Algemene Plaatselijke Verordening Waalre and the national guidelines set by CROW-publicatie 381 (Toekomstbestendig parkeren, Van parkeerkencijfers naar parkeernormen). The document provides binding standards for developers, architects, and municipal planners to ensure that parking demand is met within project boundaries, thereby protecting the quality of public space.
The scope of these regulations encompasses nieuwbouw (new construction), verbouw (renovations), uitbreiding (expansions), and functiewijziging (changes of use). The document classifies the municipality into three distinct zones: Centrum, Rest bebouwde kom, and Buitengebied, each with specific parking ratios. It covers seven main functional categories: Wonen (Living), Werken (Working), Winkel en boodschappen (Retail), Sport, cultuur en ontspanning (Leisure), Horeca en (verblijfs)recreatie (Hospitality), Gezondheid en (sociale) voorzieningen (Healthcare), and Onderwijs (Education). Specific attention is given to zorgwoningen (care housing), distinguishing between intramural and extramural types, and aan huis gebonden beroep (home-based businesses).
Beyond motorized vehicles, the policy integrates fietsparkeernormen (bicycle parking standards) and requirements for elektrische voertuigen (electric vehicles). It also introduces a formal stappenplan (step-by-step plan) for creating a parkeerplan, which includes the calculation of normative demand, potential offsets for existing functions, and the application of aanwezigheidspercentages (occupancy percentages) for shared use. The framework is designed to facilitate sustainable mobility through mobiliteitscorrecties (mobility corrections), allowing for reduced parking requirements when car-sharing or specific target-group profiles are utilized.
Assessment Framework and Zoning
The municipality determines parking demand based on two primary variables: the type of facility and the geographical environment. For the purpose of these regulations, Waalre is divided into three zones that reflect the availability of alternative transport and urban density:
- Centrum: The core areas of Waalre-Dorp and Aalst, characterized by high density and proximity to retail and public transport.
- Rest bebouwde kom: Areas within the built-up limits as defined by the Wegenverkeerswet but outside the designated centers.
- Buitengebied: Areas outside the built-up limits.
Standards are calibrated using the matig stedelijk (moderately urban) classification from the CROW guidelines. For residential functions, the municipality applies the minimum CROW value, while for non-residential functions, values between the minimum and average are used to balance spatial quality and parking pressure.
Residential Parking and Visitor Shares
Parking for residential units is split between residents and visitors. The standard visitor share is fixed at 0.3 spaces per dwelling, except for kamerverhuur (room rentals), which requires 0.2 spaces per room. Development projects are fundamentally required to provide all necessary parking on-site (parkeren op eigen terrein).
- Woning met garage en oprit: Calculated as 1.0 parking space (design must be 6m deep and 2.5m wide).
- Woning met oprit/parkeerplaats: Calculated as 1.0 parking space.
- Garagebox geclusterd: Calculated as 0.4 parking space.
- Woning met dubbele oprit: Calculated as 2.0 parking spaces (minimum 6m deep and 5.0m wide).
Mobility Corrections and Car Sharing
To promote sustainable urban development, the municipality allows for reductions in the normative parking demand through mobiliteitscorrecties. These corrections are subject to a maximum total discount and require a formal bereikbaarheidsplan (accessibility plan) for approval.
- Deelauto (Car sharing): A maximum discount of 20% on the parking demand. One shared car is legally considered to replace 4 private vehicles.
- Doelgroepcorrectie: A maximum discount of 15% for specific user groups with lower car ownership profiles, supported by a target group analysis.
- Overige deelmobiliteit: A maximum 5% discount for other shared mobility solutions like shared bicycles or scooters.
Bicycle Parking and Special Provisions
New residential developments must comply with Bouwbesluit 2012 regarding lockable storage. The municipality also dictates specific bicycle parking ratios based on gebruiksoppervlakte (GBO) or the number of rooms.
- Apartments: 0.5 visitor bicycle spaces per dwelling for the first 20 units; 0.25 spaces for each unit thereafter.
- Gehandicaptenparkeerplaatsen: For locations with more than 50 spaces, at least 2% must be designated for disabled parking.
- Elektrisch laden: Large parking locations (>50 spaces) must allocate at least 2% of capacity for electric vehicle charging stations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard visitor parking requirement for new homes in Waalre?
The standard visitor parking requirement is 0.3 spaces per dwelling, which must generally be provided on-site and remain accessible to the public.
How much of a discount is allowed for implementing car-sharing?
A maximum reduction of 20% can be applied to the normative parking demand if a verified car-sharing concept is implemented, where one shared car replaces four private cars.
Does a private garage count toward the parking requirement?
A garage at a single residence is typically not counted toward the technical parking supply because they are often used for storage; however, a garage with a driveway is counted as 1.0 space.
What are the rules for disabled parking in large projects?
In parking locations with more than 50 spaces, at least 2% of the total capacity must be designated as general disabled parking spaces located as close as possible to the main entrance.
Is there a minimum size for a parking space on private property?
Yes, a standard driveway or parking spot must be at least 6 meters deep and 2.5 meters wide to be counted as a valid parking space.
What is the acceptable walking distance for parking in residential areas?
The maximum acceptable walking distance for residential parking functions is 100 meters, as defined in Annex B3.
When can a project be exempt from the parking requirement?
For renovations (excluding housing), if the difference between the old and new parking demand is less than 1.5 spaces, the municipality may grant an exemption.
How is the bicycle parking demand calculated for apartments?
Bicycle parking is based on floor area; for example, a home between 75-100m² GBO requires 3.0 bicycle spaces, plus a visitor share of 0.5 spaces per dwelling.
