Off-Street Parking Requirements for the RSF-8 District in Fayetteville
In the City of Fayetteville RSF-8: Residential Single-family - Eight (8) Units per Acre district, residential developments generally require a minimum of two off-street parking spaces per dwelling unit, with outdoor parking for single-family homes strictly limited to a maximum of four vehicles. For non-residential or commercial projects permitted within the RSF-8 district, there is no established minimum number of required spaces, though developers must provide a professional parking analysis to prove their proposed supply will not negatively impact the surrounding neighborhood.
Residential Parking Ratios
The number of off-street parking spaces required for residential uses in the RSF-8 district is determined by the specific type of dwelling unit. While the City of Fayetteville defines RSF-8 primarily for single-family residences, the district also allows for certain other residential forms, such as two-family dwellings (duplexes) and cluster housing as conditional uses [Section 161.09].
| Residential Use Type | Minimum Parking Spaces Required | Maximum Parking Spaces Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family | 2 per dwelling unit | None |
| Duplex, triplex, or quadplex | 2 per dwelling unit | 4 per dwelling unit |
| Townhouse | 2 per dwelling unit OR 1 per bedroom (whichever is greater) | 1 per bedroom |
| Multi-family | 1 per bedroom | 1 per bedroom |
[Section 172.05, Table 3]
Residential Driveway and Yard Standards
For properties in the RSF-8 district that require four or fewer parking spaces, the City of Fayetteville enforces specific site design standards to maintain neighborhood character [Section 172.11(B)]:
- Outdoor Limit: A maximum of four motor vehicles may be parked outdoors on any property containing a single-family home in the RSF-8 district [Section 172.11(C)].
- Front Yard Coverage: Driveways and off-street parking areas are limited to a maximum of 40% of the total front yard area [Section 172.11(D)].
- Paving and Depth: Driveways must be paved with asphalt, concrete, brick, or stone pavers and must extend at least 18 feet into the property from the Master Street Plan right-of-way to prevent vehicles from overlapping onto public sidewalks [Section 172.11(G)(2)].
- Garage/Carport Placement: To ensure vehicles do not block sidewalks, garages and carports must be positioned to provide a minimum of 18 feet between the structure and the Master Street Plan right-of-way line [Section 172.11(G)(2)].
Non-Residential Parking Requirements
Commercial or non-residential uses allowed in the RSF-8 district (typically through a Conditional Use Permit, such as professional offices or neighborhood services) are subject to different criteria than residential uses.
- No Minimum Spaces: In the City of Fayetteville, there is no minimum number of spaces required for non-residential uses [Section 172.05(A)].
- Parking Analysis: Applicants must provide a statement or analysis demonstrating that the proposed amount of parking will succeed without creating dangerous traffic conditions or negatively impacting adjacent properties [Section 172.05(A)].
- Maximum Limits: The maximum number of spaces provided is governed by the ratios established in the city-wide parking table [Section 172.05(A)].
General Parking Lot Standards
All parking lots in the RSF-8 district must adhere to City of Fayetteville construction and accessibility standards.
Construction and Surface Materials
Parking lots must be constructed of asphalt, concrete, or semi-permeable soil pavers. They must be graded and drained to manage surface water properly [Section 172.02(B)]. For lots with five or more spaces, building and grading permits are required before work begins [Section 172.02(A)].
Accessible Parking
The City of Fayetteville requires that all parking lots and garages provide a specific number of accessible spaces for persons with disabilities, as outlined below:
| Total Parking Spaces in Lot or Garage | Minimum Number of Accessible Spaces |
|---|---|
| 1—25 | 1 |
| 26—50 | 2 |
| 51—75 | 3 |
| 76—100 | 4 |
| 101—150 | 5 |
| 151—200 | 6 |
| 201—300 | 7 |
[Section 172.03(E)]
Bicycle Parking
New construction or expansions in the RSF-8 district that require five or more off-street automobile spaces must also provide bicycle parking [Section 172.10(A)]:
- Non-Residential: One bicycle parking rack space per 20 automobile spaces (minimum of one rack) [Section 172.10(C)(1)].
- Residential: One bicycle rack per 30 dwelling units (minimum of one rack) [Section 172.10(C)(2)].
Sections Cited
- Section 161.09 - District RSF-8, Residential Single-family — Eight (8) Units Per Acre
- Section 164.13 - Non Residential Uses In RSF Districts
- Section 172.02 - Parking Lot Construction Standards
- Section 172.03 - Accessibility
- Section 172.05 - Standards For The Number Of Spaces By Use
- Section 172.10 - Bicycle Parking Rack Requirements
- Section 172.11 - Driveway And Parking Standards For Four (4) Or Less Parking Spaces