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Maximum Parking Allowances

Posted on March 8, 2010 at 6:53 pm. Written by Kit Un

Limiting Parking Supply Parking Maximums establish an upper limit on parking supply, either at the site level or across an area. Limits imposed by district or neighborhood are called “Parking […]

What is the Best Process to Plan Mixed Use Zoning?

Posted on February 22, 2010 at 1:51 pm. Written by Kit Un

In the communities we studied closely, mixed use was recommended in local Master Plans, Comprehensive Plans, Community Development Plans, or other studies. The plans themselves were the product of substantial […]

What Should You Consider in Drafting a Bylaw?

Posted on February 12, 2010 at 12:50 pm. Written by Kit Un

Using an Overlay District vs. Changing Underlying Zoning An “overlay” district is a zoning district that is superimposed over one or more existing districts in order to impose additional restrictions, […]

What are the Benefits of Mixed Use Development?

Posted on February 11, 2010 at 6:22 pm. Written by Kit Un

Different communities choose mixed use for different reasons. Some see it as an excellent way to incorporate a mix of housing types on a small scale while enhancing traditional town […]

Local Examples: Shared Parking

Posted on February 8, 2010 at 1:25 pm. Written by Kit Un

Local Example – Marlborough, MA: Shared Parking City of Marlborough Zoning By-Law, §200-25 Off-Street Parking. B. Application of Parking Requirements. (3) [amended 4-23-90 by Ord. No. 89/90-3111] Common Parking Areas […]

Example: Shared Parking Calculation

Posted on February 8, 2010 at 1:19 pm. Written by Kit Un

Source: Driving Urban Environments: Smart Growth Parking Best Practices, Maryland Governor’s Office of Smart Growth, page 7.

Local Examples: Parking Siting Regulations

Posted on February 8, 2010 at 1:14 pm. Written by Kit Un

Local Example – Beverly, MA: Parking Siting Restrictions City of Beverly, CHAPTER 29 ZONING ORDINANCE 29-24 PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS C. General Provisions 4. No accessory off-street parking space shall be […]

Local Examples: Compact Car Spaces

Posted on February 8, 2010 at 1:13 pm. Written by Kit Un

Local Examples: Compact Car Spaces Local Example – Marlborough, MA: Compact Car Spaces City of Marlborough Zoning By-Law, §200-25 Off-Street Parking. C. Location and Layout of Parking Facilities. (3) [amended […]

Local Examples: Landscaping Requirements

Posted on February 8, 2010 at 1:13 pm. Written by Kit Un

Local Example – Acton, MA: Landscaping Requirements Town of Acton Zoning By-Law, SECTION 6. PARKING STANDARDS 6.7 Parking Lot Design Requirements All parking lots shall be designed in compliance with […]

LID Frequently Asked Questions

Posted on February 5, 2010 at 5:30 pm. Written by Kit Un

What is Low Impact Development? Low Impact Development is a way to protect the environment and reduce construction costs at the same time. Conventional design and construction methods generally use […]