Article 6-1 PURPOSE
The purpose of this Article is to ensure the provision of adequate off-street parking and loading spaces and vehicular maneuvering areas to those spaces for the uses permitted in this Ordinance in a manner which is safe, efficient, convenient and functional. The provisions contained in this Article are considered reasonable and appropriate, and are established to:
A. Provide standards for the minimum number of required off-street parking and loading spaces with maneuvering areas, driveways and surface materials for the efficient and safe movement of vehicular traffic.
B. Provide adequate screening measures for parking and maneuvering areas in a manner that is visually attractive.
C. Ensure pedestrian-friendly parking areas by providing safe, adequate and convenient pedestrian routes.
D. Provide for the accessibility needs and requirements of the disabled.
E. Allow flexible parking standards to improve circulation and promote community character.
F. Provide adequate on-site bicycle parking facilities.