Mesa Public and Semi-Public District Parking Regulations
In the City of Mesa, off-street parking for the PS: Public and Semi-Public District is determined by the specific land use, with ratios ranging from one space per 75 square feet for public assembly areas to one space per 400 square feet for hospitals. Residential uses within this district, such as Community Residences, generally require two spaces per dwelling, while the City of Mesa exempts Accessory Dwelling Units from additional off-street parking requirements.
Required Parking Ratios for the PS District
The City of Mesa establishes specific parking minimums based on the intensity and type of land use permitted within the PS: Public and Semi-Public District. These ratios are calculated based on the gross floor area (GFA) unless otherwise specified [Section 11-32-3(B)].
Public and Semi-Public (Commercial-Type) Uses
The following table outlines the parking requirements for common non-residential uses found in the City of Mesa PS District:
| Use Classification | Minimum Parking Standard |
|---|---|
| Hospitals | 1 space per 400 square feet [Table 11-32-3.A] |
| Medical Clinics | 1 space per 200 square feet [Table 11-32-3.A] |
| Government Offices | 1 space per 375 square feet [Table 11-32-3.A] |
| Public Assembly (Theaters, Halls) | 1 space per 75 square feet of assembly area [Table 11-32-3.A] |
| Museums | 1 space per 250 square feet [Table 11-32-3.A] |
| Schools (K-12) | 1 per 75 sq. ft. (assembly) + 1 per 600 sq. ft. (other) [Table 11-32-3.A] |
| Colleges & Universities | 1 space per 200 square feet [Table 11-32-3.A] |
| Day Care Centers | 1 space per 375 square feet [Table 11-32-3.A] |
Residential and Specialized Living
Residential uses within the City of Mesa PS District are typically limited to institutional-residential forms or accessory structures:
| Use Classification | Minimum Parking Standard |
|---|---|
| Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) | No parking space required [Section 11-31-3(G)] |
| Community Residence (Family/Transitional) | 2 spaces per dwelling (Same as Single Residence) [Table 11-32-3.A] |
| Residential Care (Nursing Home) | 1.0 space per room or unit plus 2 additional spaces [Table 11-32-3.A] |
Parking Design and Dimensional Standards
All parking facilities in the City of Mesa PS District must adhere to specific design dimensions to ensure safety and accessibility. Standard parking stalls must measure 9 feet by 18 feet for 90-degree parking [Table 11-32-2-H-1].
Standard and Compact Space Dimensions
The City of Mesa allows up to 20% of required parking spaces to be "compact" (8 feet by 16 feet) on sites with at least 10 required spaces [Section 11-32-2(D)].
| Parking Angle | Stall Width | Stall Depth | Two-Way Aisle Width |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90° (Standard) | 9' 0" | 18' 0" | 24' 0" [Table 11-32-2-H-1] |
| 90° (Compact) | 9' 0" | 16' 0" | 24' 0" [Table 11-32-2-H-2] |
| Parallel | 9' 0" | 9' 0" (22' length) | 20' 0" [Table 11-32-2-H-1] |
Setbacks and Location
In the PS District, the City of Mesa requires that on-site parking and maneuvering areas be located outside of the required front yard or corner side yard [Section 11-32-2(A)].
- Parking Setbacks: Parking structures must be set back at least 15 feet from freeways [Table 11-10-3].
- Landscaping: On-street parking credit, which is available in certain other Mesa districts, is generally not applicable in the PS District unless the property has a "-U" (Urban) character designator [Section 11-32-3(F)].
Bicycle Parking Requirements
For non-residential projects in the City of Mesa PS District, the City requires a minimum of 3 bicycle parking spaces or 1 space per 10 on-site vehicle spaces, whichever is greater [Section 11-32-8(A)]. Educational institutions have higher requirements:
- Colleges and Universities: 1 space per 5 vehicle spaces provided [Section 11-32-8(A)].
- Libraries: 1 space per 5 vehicle spaces provided [Section 11-32-8(A)].
Sections Cited
- Section 11-10-2 Land Use Regulations (PS)
- Section 11-10-3 Development Standards (PS)
- Section 11-31-3 Accessory Dwelling Unit
- Section 11-32-2 General Regulations and Standards (Parking)
- Section 11-32-3 Parking Spaces Required
- Section 11-32-8 Bicycle and Motorcycle Parking