Shared Parking Regulations in the City of Concord
The City of Concord permits shared on-site parking for adjacent nonresidential uses that demonstrate distinct and different peak hours of parking demand. Applicants must obtain a minor use permit and record a restriction running with the land to guarantee the parking is maintained exclusively for the authorized uses.
Shared On-Site Parking Provisions
The City of Concord allows for the reduction of required parking spaces through shared on-site parking for adjacent nonresidential uses [Section 18.160.050(C)]. To qualify for a shared parking reduction, the applicant must demonstrate that the uses have distinct and different peak hours of parking demand, such as a theater and a bank [Section 18.160.050(C)].
Requirements for Shared Parking Approval
To obtain approval for a shared parking arrangement, the following standards must be met:
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Permit Type | Minor Use Permit [Section 18.160.050(C)] |
| Data Submission | Applicant must provide quantitative information documenting required spaces for each use and peak hour demand [Section 18.160.050(C)(1)] |
| Legal Guarantee | A recorded restriction running with the land must guarantee the maintenance of the parking for the specified uses [Section 18.160.050(C)(2)] |
| Operational Changes | Any change in use or hours of operation is subject to City of Concord approval; additional parking may be required if a change increases demand [Section 18.160.050(C)(3)] |
| Additional Facilities | The City of Concord may require additional parking if the review authority finds the shared parking is inadequate [Section 18.160.050(C)(4)] |
Parking Agreements for Underutilized Lots
In addition to shared parking for distinct peak hours, the City of Concord allows for parking sharing if 20 percent or more of a development’s parking spaces remain unoccupied during the time they are proposed to be shared with another user, group, or development [Section 18.160.050(D)(5)]. This arrangement must be formalized through a shared parking agreement, which must be recorded on all properties providing the required parking [Section 18.160.050(D)(5)].
Sections Cited
- Section 18.160.050(C) – Shared On-Site Parking
- Section 18.160.050(D)(5) – Parking Agreements for Underutilized Parking Lots