Tubbergen Besluit “bouwen & parkeren 2018” – Municipal Parking Standards and Regulations
The Besluit van de gemeenteraad van de gemeente Tubbergen houdende regels omtrent de beleidsnotitie “bouwen & parkeren 2018” is a formal municipal decree established by the Gemeente Tubbergen in the Netherlands. Valid from June 14, 2018, this regulation provides the legal framework for assessing parking requirements in building permit applications and spatial developments. It replaces the previous 2014 iteration and responds to the Reparatiewet BZK, which shifted the legal basis for parking requirements from the Bouwverordening (Building Decree) to the bestemmingsplan (zoning plan). The document applies to the administrative territories of both Dinkelland and Tubbergen, ensuring a unified assessment methodology across these jurisdictions.
The regulatory scope encompasses new construction, renovations, extensions, and changes of use where parking demand is affected. The document defines concrete standards based on CROW Publicatie 317 kencijfers, specifically utilizing 'average' values for regions classified as 'not urban' (niet stedelijk). It establishes distinct parking zones, including Centrum (center), Rest bebouwde kom (remainder of built-up area), and Buitengebied (rural area). Technical components of the policy include specific calculation methods for BVO (Bruto Vloeroppervlak), rules for combined use through presence percentages, and defined walking distances for different functional categories.
This framework acts as a directive for the College van burgemeester en wethouders when evaluating deviations from standard zoning rules. It details the conditions under which parking requirements can be met off-site or through alternative solutions when development on private property is unfeasible. The following sections outline the core calculation principles and deviation options provided by the statute.
Calculation Principles and Methodology
The parking requirement for any project is determined by multiplying the assigned parking norm by the number of units or the BVO (gross floor area). Bijlage IV specifies that for mixed-use developments, calculations may account for 'combined use' using presence percentages to reflect varying peak times.
- Net Increase Only: For renovations or function changes, the existing parking demand of the 'old' situation is subtracted from the new demand.
- Vacancy Rule: If a building has been vacant for 5 years or more, the existing parking demand is officially valued at zero.
- Small Project Exemption: If the calculated extra parking demand is less than or equal to 2.0 spaces, the requirement to realize these spaces is waived.
- Rounding: Final calculations are always rounded up to the nearest whole number (e.g., 7.1 spaces becomes 8 spaces).
Geographic Zones and Functional Standards
Parking norms vary depending on the geographic zone and the specific use of the building. The municipalities distinguish between three main zones as identified in Bijlage II and Bijlage III.
- Centrum: Defined as the areas within the parking disc zones (parkeerschijfzones) of Denekamp, Ootmarsum, Tubbergen, and Weerselo.
- Rest bebouwde kom: All streets within the built-up areas that fall outside the designated center zones.
- Buitengebied: All areas located outside the official town centers and built-up boundaries.
- Residential Standards: Norms range from 0.60 for care homes to 2.30 for detached houses in the rural areas.
Deviations from On-Site Parking
The primary requirement is that parking must be accommodated on the applicant's own property. If this is demonstrably impossible, the decree provides five hierarchical deviation options (Options A-E) as specified in Paragraaf 5.1.
- Option A: Realization on a nearby private plot within a reasonable walking distance (typically 100 meters).
- Option B: Construction of new parking spaces in public space at the applicant's expense, subject to municipal approval of the design.
- Option C: Utilization of existing surplus parking in the vicinity, provided a parking survey shows occupancy remains below 85% after project completion.
- Option D: Custom solutions, such as shuttle services for industrial estates.
- Option E: Payment into a Parkeerfonds (Parking Fund), which is only applicable in Dinkelland or in Tubbergen under exceptional short-term municipal realization scenarios.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum walking distance for residential parking?
In both Tubbergen and Dinkelland, a reasonable walking distance for residents is defined as 100 meters via the most direct pedestrian route.
How is the Gross Floor Area (BVO) calculated for parking demand?
The BVO is measured along the exterior of the building or space; for retail, it is calculated as 1.25 times the retail floor area (WVO).
When is a parking survey required?
A parking survey is required for Option C deviations to prove that the peak occupancy in the surrounding area remains under 85% after the new development.
Are there specific rules for social housing in Tubbergen?
Yes, Bijlage VII outlines specific agreements with Woningstichting Tubbergen, including cost-sharing for parking in public spaces for semi-detached houses.
What happens if a building has been empty for a long time?
If a building has been vacant for 5 years or longer, its historical parking demand is considered zero when calculating the required increase for a new permit.
Is there a minimum threshold for requiring extra parking spaces?
If the calculated additional parking demand for a project is 2.0 spaces or fewer, the developer is not required to realize these extra spaces.
Which CROW publication forms the basis for these norms?
The norms are based on the average figures from CROW Publicatie 317, adapted for the non-urban character of the region.
Can parking spaces be shared between different users?
Yes, Bijlage IV-4 allows for 'combined use' calculations using presence percentages for different times of the day and week (e.g., workdays vs. weekends).
