Off-Street Parking Standards for the A-7.5 One-Family District in Fort Worth
In the City of Fort Worth A-7.5 One-family district, residential dwellings with three or fewer bedrooms require two off-street parking spaces, while units with more than three bedrooms require an additional space for every extra bedroom. Nonresidential or civic projects permitted within this residential district must comply with specific ratios, such as four spaces per 1,000 square feet for general retail and one space per 100 square feet for restaurants, with a maximum cap of 125% of the required minimum [Section 4.704, Section 6.201].
Residential Parking Requirements
The City of Fort Worth established specific parking counts and location constraints for the A-7.5 One-family district to ensure compatibility with the neighborhood character. The number of required spaces is determined by the number of bedrooms in the dwelling unit [Section 4.704].
Minimum Ratios and Placement
| Dwelling Type | Required Spaces | Mandatory Location |
|---|---|---|
| 3 or fewer bedrooms | 2 spaces | Must be located behind the front building wall |
| More than 3 bedrooms | 2 spaces + 1 space per additional bedroom | First two spaces behind the front building wall; additional spaces behind the front wall or in the driveway |
Nonresidential and Civic Parking Requirements
For any nonresidential projects located within the A-7.5 One-family district (such as schools, places of worship, or approved conditional uses), the City of Fort Worth applies the general standards found in the residential compatibility section of the development code [Section 4.704, Section 6.201].
Ratios for Permitted Nonresidential Uses
The following ratios represent the minimum off-street parking required for various use categories that may be established in or within 250 feet of the City of Fort Worth A-7.5 One-family district.
| Use Category | Minimum Parking Ratio |
|---|---|
| Commercial Business / Retail | 4 spaces per 1,000 square feet |
| Restaurant / Cafeteria | 1 space per 100 square feet |
| Medical Clinic / Health Services | 1 space per doctor + 1 space per 4 employees + 4 spaces per 1,000 square feet |
| Place of Worship | 1 space per 4 seats in the main sanctuary |
| Day Care / Kindergarten | 1 space per facility + 1 space per 10 children (must be behind the front building line) |
| School (Elementary / Junior High) | 2.5 spaces per classroom |
| Bank / Financial Institution | 4 spaces per 1,000 square feet |
General Regulations and Limitations
The City of Fort Worth imposes several supplemental rules regarding the design and maximum capacity of parking facilities within the A-7.5 One-family district to prevent over-paving and maintain environmental standards.
Maximum Parking Cap
No project in the City of Fort Worth A-7.5 One-family district may exceed 125% of the minimum required parking count. If a developer wishes to provide parking in excess of this 125% maximum, they must plant one additional tree (beyond the standard landscaping requirements) for every ten extra spaces, beginning with the first space over the limit [Section 6.201].
Design and Surface Standards
- Hard-Surfacing: All required parking spaces in the City of Fort Worth must be hard-surfaced and dust-free [Section 6.202].
- Maneuvering: Maneuvering space for parking must be located entirely off the public right-of-way. Using the public street for maneuvering into a space is only permitted for one- and two-family dwellings [Section 6.202].
- Front Yard Restrictions: In the A-7.5 One-family district, the total area of the front yard used for driveways and parking cannot exceed 50% of the total front yard area [Section 6.202].
Sections Cited
- Section 4.704 ONE-FAMILY (“A-7.5”) DISTRICT
- Section 6.200 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (Off-Street Parking)
- Section 6.201 OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS
- Section 6.202 PARKING LOT DESIGN STANDARDS