Off-Street Parking Standards for the MSC: Main Street Center District in Fayetteville
In the City of Fayetteville MSC: Main Street Center district, there is no minimum off-street parking requirement for non-residential projects. Residential developments must provide between one and two spaces depending on the specific unit type, though these requirements can be satisfied by adjacent on-street parking that meets fire code standards. All off-street parking in the Main Street Center district is prohibited in front yards and must be situated to the side or rear of the primary structure to maintain the intended urban form.
Non-Residential Parking Requirements
For non-residential developments within the City of Fayetteville MSC district, the Unified Development Code specifies that there is no minimum number of off-street parking spaces required [Section 172.05(A)].
While there is no minimum, the maximum number of spaces provided is generally limited by established ratios. However, the Fayetteville Planning Commission has specific authority to vary the number of off-street parking spaces provided in the Main Street Center district based on findings related to parking demand generation, the availability of shared parking, or the presence of on-street parking that satisfies demand [Section 156.03(C)(5)].
Residential Parking Requirements
Residential projects in the MSC: Main Street Center district must adhere to specific minimum and maximum ratios based on the type of dwelling unit.
Table 1: Residential Parking Ratios
| 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 |
| Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) | None | N/A |
[Section 172.05 and Section 164.19(D)(3)]
Parking Reductions for Residential Use
The City of Fayetteville allows for significant reductions in required residential parking for larger projects in the MSC district [Section 172.05(B)]:
- 1—50 bedrooms: Maximum reduction of 35% of total required spaces.
- 51—100 bedrooms: Maximum reduction of 20%.
- 101—250 bedrooms: Maximum reduction of 15%.
- Over 250 bedrooms: Maximum reduction of 10%.
Design and Location Standards
The MSC: Main Street Center district is an urban-form district, meaning parking must be integrated into the site without disrupting the pedestrian-oriented streetscape.
- Front Yard Prohibition: In the MSC district, off-street parking spaces and drive aisles are strictly prohibited in the front yard directly between a building and the Master Street Plan right-of-way [Section 172.04(C)(4)].
- Side and Rear Placement: The intent of the City of Fayetteville is for all parking lot drive aisles and spaces to be located to the side or rear of buildings [Section 172.04(C)(4)].
- Build-to Zone Screening: If a parking lot is located within the designated build-to zone, it must be screened with a masonry wall between 32 and 42 inches in height that is at least 50% opaque [Section 172.04(C)(1)].
- Maneuvering: Parking lots must be designed so that no parking or maneuvering encroaches into areas designated for sidewalks or streets. Vehicles must be able to exit the lot in a forward motion [Section 172.04(A)].
Bicycle Parking Racks
All new construction or expansions in the City of Fayetteville MSC district that require five or more off-street automobile spaces must also provide bicycle parking [Section 172.10(A)]:
- Non-Residential: One (1) bicycle parking rack per twenty (20) automobile parking spaces (Minimum of 1 rack) [Section 172.10(C)(1)].
- Residential: One (1) bicycle rack per thirty (30) dwelling units (Minimum of 1 rack) [Section 172.10(C)(2)].
Accessible Parking for Persons with Disabilities
Fayetteville requires a minimum number of accessible spaces based on the total parking provided on-site.
Table 2: Minimum Accessible Parking Spaces
| 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)]
Sections Cited
- Section 156.03 - Development, Parking And Loading (Variances)
- Section 161.27 - Main Street Center (MSC)
- Section 164.19 - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU)
- Section 172.03 - Accessibility
- Section 172.04 - Parking Lot Design Standards
- Section 172.05 - Standards For The Number Of Spaces By Use
- Section 172.10 - Bicycle Parking Rack Requirements