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ORDINANCE NO. 5529
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AMENDING CHAPTER
2, ZONING DISTRICTS - USES AND STANDARDS, CHAPTER 4, CITY-WIDE
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, AND CHAPTER 11, DEFINITIONS, OF
TITLE IV (DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS) OF ORDINANCE NO. 4260 ENTITLED
"CODE OF GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON", TO
AMEND VEHICLE PARKING STANDARDS AND ADD DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
FOR BICYCLE PARKING.
WHEREAS, the goal of the Transportation Element of the Renton Comprehensive Plan is
to provide a balanced multi-modal transportation system with various transportation choices
such as automobiles, buses, rail, transit, bicycles, and walking, that will serve existing and future
residential and employment growth; and
WHEREAS, the Transportation Element of the Renton Comprehensive Plan indicates
inadequate parking can increase congestion, while too much parking is an inefficient use of land
and can deter transit use; therefore a proper balance needs to be achieved between parking
supply and demand; and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes that amendments to the minimum parking standards
would achieve a balance between parking supply and demand; and
WHEREAS, the Non-motorized Transportation chapter of the Renton Comprehensive
Plan indicates that more facilities are needed for bicycle storage and parking in shopping areas,
employment centers and in public places; and
WHEREAS, Renton Comprehensive Plan policies promote accommodation of bicycle
traffic within all areas of the City; and
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WHEREAS, Renton Comprehensive Plan policies encourage bicycle storage facilities and
parking within development projects; and
WHEREAS, this matter was duly referred to the Planning Commission for investigation,
study, and the matter having been duly considered by the Planning Commission, and the zoning
text amendment request being in conformity with the City's Comprehensive Plan, as amended;
and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on December 16, 2009,
having duly considered all matters relevant thereto, and all parties having been heard
appearing in support thereof or in opposition thereto;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DOES
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. Subsection 4-2-080A.8 of subsection 4-2-080A, Subject to the Following
Conditions, of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts - Uses and Standards, of Title IV (Development
Regulations) of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
Washington", is hereby amended to read as follows:
8. Allowed only in the Residential Multi-Family suffix. Twenty-four (24) hour
on-site management required. The manager's unit is not subject to minimum
density requirements. No estate, garage or other sales from any leasable spaces.
No outdoor storage, including vehicle or trailer storage lots. Self-service storage
uses in this zone are subject to the following special development standards:
Side and rear setbacks subject to the Commercial Arterial Zone standards of RMC
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4-2-120A, Development Standards for Commercial Zoning Designations, in lieu of
the RM-F development standards.
SECTION II. The Parking and Loading subsection of subsection 4-2-llOA,
Development Standards for Residential Zoning Designations (Primary and Attached Accessory
Structures), of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts - Uses and Standards, of Title IV (Development
Regulations) of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
Washington", is hereby amended to read as shown on Attachment A.
SECTION III. Subsection 4-4-080F.7, Landscape Requirements, of Chapter 4, City-wide
Property Development Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of Ordinance No. 4260
entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington", is hereby amended
to change the title to "Residential Parking Location Requirements", and to read as follows:
7. Residential Parking Location Requirements:
a. RC, R-1, and R-4 Zones: See RMC 4-2-115, Residential Design and
Open Space Standards.
b. R-8 Zones: For lots abutting an alley, all parking areas and/or
attached or detached garages shall not occur in front of the building and/or in
the area between the front lot line and the front building line; parking areas and
garages must occur at the rear or side of the building, and vehicular access shall
be taken from the alley. See RMC 4-2-115, Residential Design and Open Space
Standards.
c. R-10 and R-14 zones: For lots abutting an alley, required parking shall
be provided in the rear yard area for any unit, when alley access is available.
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For flats, when alley access is not available, parking should be located in
the rear yard, side yard or underground, unless it is determined through the
modification process for site development plan exempt proposals or the site
development plan review process for non-exempt proposals, that parking may
be allowed in the front yard or that under building parking (ground level of a
residential structure) should be permitted. See RMC 4-2-115, Residential Design
and Open Space Standards.
d. RM zones:
i. For Lots Abutting an Alley: All parking shall be provided in the
rear yard area for any unit, and access shall be taken from the alley.
ii. For Lots Not Abutting an Alley: No portion of covered or
uncovered parking shall be located between the primary structure and the front
property line. Parking structures shall be recessed from the front facade of the
primary structure a minimum of two feet (2').
SECTION IV. Subsection 4-4-080F.8.d, Tandem Parking, of Chapter 4, City-wide
Property Development Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of Ordinance No. 4260
entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington", is hereby amended
to read as follows:
d. Tandem Parking: Tandem parking is allowed for detached single-family
residential developments. For attached residential developments or the
residential portion of a mixed-use development, tandem parking is allowed. If
tandem parking is provided the following standards shall apply:
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i. Stall length shall conform to the standards of this subsection F.8; and
ii. A restrictive covenant or other device acceptable to the City will be
required to assign tandem parking spaces to the exclusive use of specific
dwelling units. Enforcement of tandem parking spaces shall be provided by the
property owner, property manager, or homeowners' association as appropriate.
SECTION V. Subsection 4-4-080F.10.a, Interpretation of Standards - Minimum and
Maximum Number of Spaces, of Chapter 4, City-wide Property Development Standards, of Title
IV (Development Regulations) of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of
the City of Renton, Washington", is hereby amended to read as follows:
a. Interpretation of Standards - Minimum and Maximum Number of
Spaces: When a maximum and a minimum range of required parking is listed in
this Code, the developer or occupant is required to provide at least the number
of spaces listed as the minimum requirement, and may not provide more than
the maximum listed in this Code.
SECTION VI. Subsection 4-4-080F.10.e, Parking Spaces Required Based on Land Use, of
Chapter 4, City-wide Property Development Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of
Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington",
is hereby amended to read as shown on Attachment B.
SECTION VII. Subsection 4-4-080F, Parking Lot Design Standards, of Chapter 4, City-
wide Property Development Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of Ordinance No.
4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington", is hereby
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amended to add a new subsection 11, "Number of Bicycle Parking Spaces Required", to read as
follows:
11. Number of Bicycle Parking Spaces Required:
a. Bicycle Parking Spaces Required: Bicycle Parking shall be provided for
all residential developments that exceed 5 residential units and/or all non-
residential development that exceed four thousand (4,000) gross square feet in
size. When there are two or more separate uses on a site, the required bicycle
parking for the site shall be the sum of the required parking for the individual
uses. Modification of these minimum standards requires written approval from
the Department of Community and Economic Development.
USE
All uses, unless specifically
specified below:
Office, general, medical and
dental, manufacturing and
fabrication, laboratories, and
packaging operations:
Attached dwellings:
NUMBER OF REQUIRED SPACES
The number of bicycle parking spaces shall be
ten percent (10%) of the number of required
off-street parking spaces. Spaces shall meet
the requirements of RMC 4-4-080F.ll.b.
The number of bicycle parking spaces shall be
ten percent (10%) of the number of required
off-street parking spaces. Spaces shall meet
the requirements of RMC 4-4-080F.11.C.
One-half (0.5) bicycle parking space per one (1)
dwelling unit. Spaces shall meet the
requirements of RMC 4-4-080F.11.C.
b. The location of and access to bicycle parking areas for all uses except
Office, Manufacturing and Fabrication, Laboratories, Packaging Operations, and
Attached Dwellings, shall be in accordance with the following standards:
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i. Bicycle parking facilities shall include a rack that is permanently
affixed to the ground and supports the bicycle at two (2) or more points,
including at least one (1) point on the frame. The user shall be able to lock the
bicycle with a U-shaped lock or cable lock. Bicycle racks that only support a
bicycle front or rear wheel are not permitted. Bicycle racks shall be installed to
provide adequate maneuvering space and ensure that the requisite number of
bicycle parking spaces remain accessible; and
ii. Each bicycle parking space shall be at least two feet (2') by six feet
(6'), with no less than an overhead clearance of seven feet (7'). A maneuvering
area of five feet (5') shall separate rows of bicycle parking spaces. Where the
bicycle parking is adjacent to the sidewalk, only the maneuvering area may
extended into the right-of-way; and
iii. Areas set aside for bicycle parking shall be clearly marked and
reserved for bicycle parking only; and
iv. Bicycle parking shall not impede or create a hazard to pedestrians
or vehicles. Parking areas shall be located so as to not conflict with vehicle vision
clearance standards; and
v. Bicycle parking shall be conveniently located with respect to both
the street right-of-way and must be within fifty feet (50') of at least one main
building entrance, as measured along the most direct pedestrian access route;
and
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vi. Whenever possible, bicycle parking shall be incorporated into the
building design and coordinate with the design of the street furniture when it is
provided; and
vii. Bicycle parking shall be visible to cyclists from street sidewalks or
building entrances, so that it provides sufficient security from theft and damage;
and
viii. Bicycle parking shall be at least as well lit as vehicle parking for
security.
c. The location of and access to bicycle parking areas for Office,
Manufacturing and Fabrication, Laboratories, Packaging Operations, and
Attached Dwellings shall be in accordance with the following standards:
i. Bicycle parking standards i-iv in RMC 4-4-080F.ll.b shall apply to
this section; and
ii. Bicycle parking shall be provided for secure extended use and
shall protect the entire bicycle and its components and accessories from theft
and weather. Acceptable examples include, bike lockers, bike check-in systems,
in-building parking, and limited access fenced areas with weather protection.
iii. For in-building bike parking and limited access fenced areas, fixed
structures for locking individual bikes, such as racks, must be provided within the
facility. For fenced areas, the fence shall be either six feet (6') high, or be floor-
to-ceiling.
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iv. For Attached Dwellings, spaces within the dwelling units or on
balconies do not count toward the bicycle parking requirement. However,
designated bicycle parking spaces within individual garages can count toward the
minimum requirement.
d. Modification: The Department of Community and Economic
Development may authorize a modification from either the minimum bicycle
parking requirements for a specific development should conditions warrant as
described in RMC 4-9-250D.2. When seeking a modification from the minimum
bicycle parking requirements, the developer or building occupant shall provide
the Department of Community and Economic Development with written
justification forthe proposed modification.
SECTION VIM. Section 4-11-160, Definitions P, of Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV
(Development Regulations) of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton, Washington", is hereby amended to add the definition of "Parking, Bicycle" as
shown below. The remainder of section 4-11-160 shall remain as currently codified.
PARKING, BICYCLE: An off-street space intended for the use of bicycle
storage, which includes a bicycle rack or similar facility that allows one to lock a
bicycle in place.
SECTION IX. This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage, approval, and five (5)
days after publication.
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PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 8th day of March , 2010.
Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 8th day of March # 2010.
Approved as to form:
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Lawrence J. Warren, City Attorney
Date of Publication: 3/12/2010 (summary)
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Attachment A
4-2-llOA Development Standards for Residential Zoning Designations
(Primary and Attached Accessory Structures)
PARKING AND LOADING
General: See RMC 4-2-080
Attachment A
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Attachment B
4-4-080F.10 Number of Parking Spaces Required
e. Parking Spaces Required Based on Land Use: Modification of these minimum
or maximum standards requires written approval from the Department of Community
and Economic Development.
USE NUMBER OF REQUIRED SPACES
GENERAL:
Mixed occupancies:
(2 or 3 different uses in the same
building or sharing a lot. For 4 or more
uses, see "shopping center"
requirements)
Uses not specifically identified in this
Section:
Bicycle Parking:
The total requirements for off-street parking
facilities shall be the sum of the requirements
forthe several uses computed separately,
unless the building is classified as a "shopping
center" as defined in RMC 4-11-190.
Department of Community and Economic
Development staff shall determine which of the
below uses is most similar based upon staff
experience with various uses and information
provided by the applicant. The amount of
required parking for uses not listed above shall
be the same as for the most similar use listed
below.
See minimum requirements in RMC 4-4-080F.il
RESIDENTIAL USES OUTSIDE OF CENTER DOWNTOWN ZONE:
Detached dwellings:
Manufactured homes within a
manufactured home park:
Congregate residences:
A minimum of 2 per dwelling unit, however 1
per dwelling unit may be permitted for 1
bedroom or less dwelling units. Tandem parking
is allowed. A maximum of 4 vehicles may be
parked on a lot, including those vehicles under
repair and restoration, unless kept within an
enclosed building.
A minimum of 2 per manufactured home site,
plus a screened parking area shall be provided
for boats, campers, travel trailers and related
devices at a ratio of 1 screened space per 10
units. A maximum of 4 vehicles may be parked
on a lot, including those vehicles under repair
and restoration, unless kept within an enclosed
building.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per sleeping
Attachment B
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Attachment B
Assisted living:
Attached dwellings in RM-U, RM-T,
RM-F, R-14 and R-10 Zones:
Attached dwellings within all other
zones:
Attached dwelling for low income :
Live-work unit, residential unit:
room and 1 for the proprietor, plus 1 additional
space for each 4 persons employed on the
premises.
A minimum and maximum of 1 space per
residential unit of assisted living, plus dedicated
parking spaces for facility fleet vehicles.
A minimum and maximum of 1.6 per 3 bedroom
or larger dwelling unit; 1.4 per 2 bedroom
dwelling unit; 1.0 per 1 bedroom or studio
dwelling unit.
1 per dwelling unit is required. A maximum of
1.75 per dwelling unit is allowed.
A minimum of 1 for each 4 dwelling units is
required. A maximum of 1.75 per dwelling unit
is allowed.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per unit.
RESIDENTIAL USES IN CENTER DOWNTOWN ZONE:
Attached dwellings:
Attached dwellings for low income:
Congregate residences:
Assisted living:
Detached dwellings (existing legal):
A minimum and maximum of 1 per unit.
1 for every 4 dwelling units is required. A
maximum of 1.75 per dwelling unit is allowed.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per 4 sleeping
rooms and 1 for the proprietor, plus 1
additional space for each 4 persons employed
on the premises.
A minimum and maximum of 1 space per
residential unit of assisted living, plus dedicated
parking spaces for facility fleet vehicles.
A minimum of 2 per unit. A maximum of 4
vehicles may be parked on a lot, including those
vehicles under repair and restoration, unless
kept within an enclosed building.
COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE OF THE CENTER DOWNTOWN ZONE AND EXCEPT
SHOPPING CENTERS:
Drive-through retail or drive-through
service:
Stacking spaces: The drive-through facility shall
be so located that sufficient on-site vehicle
stacking space is provided forthe handling of
Attachment B
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Attachment B
Banks:
Convalescent centers:
Day care centers, adult day care (1 and
II):
Hotels and motels:
Bed and breakfast houses:
Mortuaries or funeral homes:
Vehicle sales (large and small
vehicles) with outdoor retail sales
areas:
Vehicle service and repair (large and
small vehicles):
Offices, medical and dental:
motor vehicles using such facility during peak
business hours. Typically 5 stacking spaces per
window are required unless otherwise
determined by the Planning Director. Stacking
spaces cannot obstruct required parking spaces
or ingress/egress within the site or extend into
the public right-of-way.
A minimum of 2.5 per 1,000 square feet of net
floor area and a maximum of 5.0 per 1,000
square feet of net floor area except when part
of a shopping center.
A minimum and maximum of 1 for every 2
employees plus 1 for every 3 beds.
A minimum and maximum of 1 for each
employee and 2 drop-off/pick-up spaces within
100 feet of the main entrance for every 25
clients of the program.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per guest room
plus 1 for every 3 employees.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per guest room.
A minimum and maximum of 10 per 1,000
square feet of floor area of assembly rooms.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per 5,000
square feet. The sales area is not a parking lot
and does not have to comply with dimensional
requirements, landscaping or the bulk storage
section requirements for setbacks and
screening. Any arrangement of motor vehicles is
allowed as long as:
• A minimum 5-foot perimeter landscaping
area is provided;
• They are not displayed in required landscape
areas; and
• Adequate fire access is provided per Fire
Department approval.
A minimum and maximum of 2.5 per 1,000
square feet of net floor area.
A minimum and maximum of 5.0 per 1,000
square feet of net floor area.
Attachment B
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Attachment B
Offices, general:
Eating and drinking establishments
and taverns:
Eating and drinking establishment
combination sit-down/drive-through
restaurant:
Retail sales and big-box retail sales:
Services, on-site (except as specified
below):
Clothing or shoe repair shops,
furniture, appliance, hardware stores,
household equipment:
Uncovered commercial area, outdoor
nurseries:
A minimum of 2.0 per 1,000 square feet of net
floor area and a maximum of 4.5 parking spaces
per 1,000 square feet of net floor area.
A minimum and maximum of 10 per 1,000
square feet of dinning area.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per 75 square
feet of dinning area.
A minimum and maximum of 2.5 per 1,000
square feet of net floor area, except big-box
retail sales, which is allowed a maximum of 5.0
per 1,000 square feet of net floor area if shared
and/or structured parking is provided.
A minimum and maximum of 3.0 per 1,000
square feet of net floor area.
A minimum and maximum of 2.0 per 1,000
square feet of net floor area.
A minimum and maximum of 0.5 per 1,000
square feet of retail sales area in addition to any
parking requirements for buildings.
Recreational and entertainment uses:
Outdoor and indoor sports arenas,
auditoriums, stadiums, movie
theaters, and entertainment clubs:
Bowling alleys:
Dance halls, dance clubs, and skating
rinks:
Golf driving ranges:
Marinas:
Miniature golf courses:
A minimum and maximum of 1 for every 4 fixed
seats or 10 per 1,000 square feet of floor area
of main auditorium or of principal place of
assembly not containing fixed seats, whichever
is greater.
A minimum and maximum of 2 per alley.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per 40 square
feet of net floor area.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per driving
station.
A minimum and maximum of 2 per 3 slips. For
private marina associated with a residential
complex, then 1 per 3 slips. Also 1 loading area
per 25 slips.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per hole.
Attachment B
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Attachment B
Other recreational:
Travel trailers:
A minimum and maximum of 1 per occupant
based upon 50% of the maximum occupant load
as established by the adopted Building and Fire
Codes of the City of Renton.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per trailer site.
COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES WITHIN THE CENTER DOWNTOWN CORE ZONE:
Convalescent center, drive-through
retail, drive-through service, hotels,
mortuaries, indoor sports arenas,
auditoriums, movie theaters,
entertainment clubs, bowling alleys,
dance halls, dance clubs, and other
recreational uses:
All commercial uses allowed in the CD
Zone except for the uses listed above:
These uses follow the standards applied outside
the Center Downtown Zone.
A maximum of 1 space per 1,000 square feet of
net floor area, with no minimum requirement.
SHOPPING CENTERS:
Shopping centers (includes any type
of business occupying a shopping
center):
A minimum of 2.5 per 1,000 square feet of net
floor area and a maximum of 5.0 per 1,000
square feet of net floor area. In the UC-N1 and
UC-N2 Zones, a maximum of 4.0 per 1,000
square feet of net floor area is permitted unless
structured parking is provided, in which case 5.0
per 1,000 square feet of net floor area is
permitted. Drive-through retail or drive-through
service uses must comply with the stacking
space provisions listed above.
INDUSTRIAL/STORAGE ACTIVITIES:
Airplane hangars, tie-down areas:
Manufacturing and fabrication,
laboratories, and assembly and/or
packaging operations:
Self service storage:
Parking is not required. Hangar space or tie-
down areas are to be utilized for necessary
parking. Minimum and Maximum parking for
offices associated with hangars is 5 per 1,000
square feet.
A minimum of 1.0 per 1,000 square feet of net
floor area and a maximum of 1.5 spaces per
1,000 square feet of net floor area (including
warehouse space).
A minimum and maximum of 1 per 3,500
squarefeet of net floor area. Maximum of three
Attachment B
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Attachment B
Outdoor storage area:
Warehouses and indoor storage
buildings:
moving van/truck spaces is permitted.
A minimum and maximum of 0.5 per 1,000
squarefeet of area.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per 1,500
square feet of net floor area.
PUBUC/QUASI-PUBLIC ACTIVITIES:
Religious institutions:
Medical institutions:
Cultural facilities:
Public post office:
Secure community transition
facilities:
Schools:
Elementary and junior high:
Senior high schools: public, parochial
and private:
A minimum and maximum of 1 for every 5 seats
in the main auditorium; however, in no case
shall there be less than 10 spaces. For all
existing institutions enlarging the seating
capacity of their auditoriums, 1 additional
parking space shall be provided for every 5
additional seats provided by the new
construction. For all institutions making
structural alterations or additions that do not
increase the seating capacity of the auditorium,
see "outdoor and indoor sports arenas,
auditoriums, stadiums, movie theaters, and
entertainment clubs."
A minimum and maximum of 1 for every 3 beds,
plus 1 per staff doctor, plus 1 for every 3
employees.
A minimum and maximum of 40 per 1,000
squarefeet.
A minimum and maximum of 3.0 for every
1,000 square feet.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per 3 beds, plus
1 per staff member.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per employee.
In addition, if buses for the transportation of
students are kept at the school, 1 off-street
parking space shall be provided for each bus of
a size sufficient to park each bus.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per employee
plus 1 space for every 10 students enrolled. In
addition, if buses for the private transportation
of children are kept at the school, 1 off-street
Attachment B
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Attachment B
Colleges and universities, arts and
crafts schools/studios, and trade or
vocational schools:
parking space shall be provided for each bus of
a size sufficient to park each bus.
A minimum and maximum of 1 per employee
plus 1 for every 3 students rooming units, plus
.5 space for every full time students not residing
on campus. In addition, if buses for
transportation of students are kept at the
school, 1 off-street parking space shall be
provided for each bus of a size sufficient to park
each bus.
Attachment B