Off-Street Parking Standards for the Reno LLR-.5 (Large-Lot Residential) District
In the City of Reno, the LLR-.5: Large-Lot Residential (0.5 Acre) district is classified as part of the Level 2 Parking District. Residential parking requirements are generally calculated at a ratio of one space per 1,250 square feet of floor area, with total spaces capped at two or three per unit depending on the dwelling type. For non-residential or civic uses permitted within the City of Reno LLR-.5 district, parking ratios range from one space per 300 to 400 square feet of gross floor area [Section 18.04.705].
Level 2 Parking District Classification
Under the City of Reno Annexation and Land Development Code, any zoning district not specifically located within the Downtown or Level 1 districts (such as Mixed-Use Urban) is designated as a Level 2 Parking District. Consequently, all developments within the LLR-.5 district must adhere to the minimum standards specified for Level 2 in the city's master parking table [Section 18.04.705(a)(1)(c)].
Residential Parking Requirements
Off-street parking for residential projects in the City of Reno LLR-.5 district is determined by the specific type of household living structure. The code specifies both a square-footage-based ratio and a maximum cap on required spaces.
| Use Type | Level 2 District Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| Dwelling, Single-Family Detached | 1 per 1,250 sq. ft. per unit (not to exceed 3 per unit) |
| Dwelling, Single-Family Attached | 1 per 1,250 sq. ft. per unit (not to exceed 3 per unit) |
| Dwelling, Duplex | 1 per 1,250 sq. ft. per unit (not to exceed 2 per unit) |
| Dwelling, Triplex | 1 per 1,250 sq. ft. per unit (not to exceed 2 per unit) |
| Dwelling, Fourplex | 1 per 1,250 sq. ft. per unit (not to exceed 2 per unit) |
| Manufactured Home | 1 per 1,250 sq. ft. per unit (not to exceed 3 per unit) |
| Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) | 1 per unit |
| Guest Quarters | 1 per unit |
[Table 4-6 and Section 18.03.405(a)(7)]
Non-Residential and Civic Parking Requirements
While the LLR-.5 district is primarily intended for single-family residential and agricultural uses, certain secondary or conditional uses (such as schools, churches, or commercial stables) are permitted. These uses must provide parking according to the following Level 2 ratios:
| Use Type | Level 2 District Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| Religious Assembly | 1 per 300 sq. ft. |
| Childcare Center | 1 per 400 sq. ft. |
| Schools (Primary/Secondary) | 1 per classroom + 1 per 100 students based on design capacity |
| Animal Clinic/Hospital | 1 per 330 sq. ft. |
| Stable, Commercial | 1 per 5 animals boarding capacity |
| Public Park or Recreation Area | Discretionary (based on demand study) |
[Table 4-6 and Section 18.04.704(d)]
Specific Design and Location Standards
In addition to the number of spaces, the City of Reno enforces specific site and building standards for the LLR-.5 district to maintain neighborhood character:
- Garage Setbacks: Street-facing garages in the LLR-.5 district must be set back at least 30 feet, measured from the sidewalk (or planned sidewalk) to the face of the garage [Table 2-6].
- Accessible Parking: For non-residential uses or residential projects with five or more units, accessible parking must be provided. For example, a lot with 1 to 25 total spaces must include at least 1 accessible space [Table 4-7].
- Bicycle Parking: Non-residential uses in the Level 2 district must provide a minimum of two bicycle parking spaces. Specific ratios include one space per 1,000 square feet for general commercial uses and one space per 600 square feet for community facilities [Table 4-8].
- Surface Materials: All off-street parking areas must be paved with a minimum of two inches of asphaltic concrete over six inches of crushed aggregate base, or approved alternative materials like Portland concrete or pavers [Section 18.04.707(f)].
Sections Cited
- Section 18.02.203: LLR-0.5: Large-Lot Residential (0.5 Acre) District Purpose and Standards.
- Section 18.03.206: Table of Allowed Uses.
- Section 18.03.405: Standards for Specific Accessory Uses.
- Section 18.04.704: Calculation of Parking and Loading Requirements.
- Section 18.04.705: Off-Street Parking Requirements and Parking District Levels.
- Section 18.04.707: Off-Street Parking Layout and Design.