IC-1 Institutional Campus Zoning District Parking Requirements
In the City of Charlotte, the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District is governed by Tier 1 parking standards, which mandate minimum off-street parking counts but do not impose a maximum limit on the number of spaces provided. Residential requirements within the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District range from one space per unit for multi-family dwellings to two spaces for single-family homes, while general commercial and office developments must provide one space per 750 square feet of gross floor area. Furthermore, projects in the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District must adhere to specific ratios for bicycle parking and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure based on the scale and type of the development.
Vehicle Parking Tier System
The City of Charlotte utilizes a three-tier system to regulate off-street vehicle parking. According to the vehicle parking requirements matrix, the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District is classified under Tier 1 [Table 19-1].
- Minimum Requirements: Development in the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District must meet the minimum number of off-street parking spaces specified for each use.
- Maximum Limits: Tier 1 districts, including the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District, do not have a maximum limit on the number of parking spaces allowed [Section 19.2.A.1.a].
Residential Parking Ratios in the IC-1 District
Parking for residential projects in the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District is calculated based on the specific type of dwelling unit.
| Residential Use Type | Minimum Parking Requirement |
|---|---|
| Single-Family Dwelling | 2 spaces per dwelling unit |
| Duplex Dwelling | 1.5 spaces per dwelling unit |
| Triplex or Quadraplex Dwelling | 1.5 spaces per dwelling unit |
| Multi-Family (Attached or Stacked) | 1.5 spaces per dwelling unit |
| Senior Living (within Multi-Family) | 0.25 spaces per dwelling unit |
| Dormitory | 1 space per 2 dorm rooms |
| Group Home | 1 space per 2 residents |
| Rooming House | 1 space per 2 rooming units |
[Table 19-1]
Commercial and Nonresidential Parking Ratios in the IC-1 District
For nonresidential and commercial projects within the City of Charlotte's IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District, requirements are typically based on Gross Floor Area (GFA) or capacity.
| Commercial/Nonresidential Use Type | Minimum Parking Requirement |
|---|---|
| General Commercial Use (unless listed below) | 1 space per 750 square feet GFA |
| Office | 1 space per 750 square feet GFA |
| Restaurant or Bar | 1 space per 750sf GFA + 50% of outdoor seating area |
| Retail Goods Establishment | 1 space per 750 square feet GFA |
| Medical or Dental Office | 1 space per 750 square feet GFA |
| Hotel or Motel | 1 space per guest room |
| Financial Institution | 1 space per 750 square feet GFA |
| Place of Worship | 1 space per 4 seats of the largest assembly area |
| Educational Facility (Primary/Secondary) | 2 spaces per classroom |
[Table 19-1]
Electric Vehicle (EV) and Bicycle Parking Requirements
Development within the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District must also provide specialized parking infrastructure for bicycles and electric vehicles.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure
EV requirements apply to multi-family stacked dwellings, hotels, and the residential portions of mixed-use developments in the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District [Section 19.3.A].
| Total Spaces Provided | EV-Capable Spaces (Minimum) | EVSE-Installed Spaces (Minimum) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 9 spaces | None | None |
| 10 - 25 spaces | 20% of spaces | None |
| 26 - 50 spaces | 20% of spaces | 1 space |
| More than 50 spaces | 20% of spaces | 2% of spaces |
[Table 19-2]
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle parking is required for new construction or significant expansions in the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District [Section 19.4.A].
| Use Category | Required Bicycle Spaces | Long-Term Space % |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-Family (Stacked/Attached) | 1 per 5 dwelling units | 80% |
| General Commercial | 1 per 1,500 square feet GFA | 25% |
| Office | 1 per 1,500 square feet GFA | 25% |
| Institutional/Government | 1 per 1,500 square feet GFA | 25% |
[Table 19-3]
Parking Design and Location Standards
In the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District, specific site design standards apply to ensure the district maintains its campus-like character:
- Arterial Frontage: If a project in the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District abuts an arterial street and includes a minimum 25-foot Class B landscape yard, parking lots cannot be placed between that landscape yard and the permitted uses [Section 7.3.A.1].
- On-Street Credits: Existing or new on-street parking spaces abutting the property may be counted toward the minimum vehicle parking requirements in the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District [Section 19.2.D.1].
- Public Parking Reduction: A 20% reduction in the minimum required parking may be granted if the development site is within 1,000 feet of a public parking facility [Section 19.2.D.2].
- Surface Parking Design: Surface parking in the IC-1: Institutional Campus Zoning District is prohibited within the established setback along a frontage, and any driveways must be installed as nearly perpendicular to the street as possible [Table 19-4].
Sections Cited
- Section 7.1: Campus Zoning Districts Purpose
- Section 7.3: Dimensional and Design Standards (Campus)
- Section 19.1: Off-Street Vehicle & Bicycle Parking Purpose
- Section 19.2: Vehicle Parking Space Requirements
- Section 19.3: Required Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Section 19.4: Required Bicycle Parking
- Table 19-1: Vehicle Parking Requirements
- Table 19-2: Required EV Charging Stations
- Table 19-3: Bicycle Parking Requirements
- Table 19-4: Surface Parking Area Location and Access