Off-Street Parking Standards for the SF-8: Single-Family Residential District

In the City of Reno’s SF-8: Single-Family Residential district, most residential dwellings require one off-street parking space for every 1,250 square feet of gross floor area, with a total cap of three spaces per unit. Civic or institutional projects allowed in this district, such as religious assemblies or childcare centers, generally must provide one space per 300 to 400 square feet of area. Within the SF-8: Single-Family Residential district, off-street parking is strictly prohibited within the front yard setback unless it is located on a compliant driveway.

Parking District Classification

For the purposes of determining parking requirements, the City of Reno classifies the SF-8: Single-Family Residential district as a Level 2 Parking District. This classification applies to all zoning districts that are not specifically designated as Downtown or Level 1 (Mixed-Use) districts [Section 18.04.705(a)(1)(c)].

Residential Parking Requirements

Off-street parking for residential uses in the SF-8: Single-Family Residential district is calculated based on the gross floor area of the unit. The City of Reno imposes a maximum cap on the number of required spaces to ensure requirements remain proportional to the district's character.

Residential Use Type	Minimum Requirement (Level 2 District)
Dwelling, Single-Family Detached	1 per 1,250 sq. ft. (not to exceed 3 per unit)
Dwelling, Single-Family Attached	1 per 1,250 sq. ft. (not to exceed 3 per unit)
Dwelling, Duplex	1 per 1,250 sq. ft. (not to exceed 2 per unit)
Manufactured Home	1 per 1,250 sq. ft. (not to exceed 3 per unit)
Group Home	1 per 2 resident beds
Assisted Living Facility	1 per 1.5 resident beds

[Table 4-6]

Civic and Institutional Parking Requirements

While standard commercial retail is generally prohibited in the SF-8: Single-Family Residential district, several civic and institutional uses are permitted by right or through a conditional process. These "commercial-scale" projects must meet the following Level 2 standards in the City of Reno:

Non-Residential Use Type	Minimum Requirement (Level 2 District)
Childcare Center	1 per 400 sq. ft.
Religious Assembly	1 per 300 sq. ft.
School, Primary	1 per classroom AND 1 per 100 students
Cemetery or Mausoleum	1 per 200 sq. ft. used for viewing or services
Public Park or Recreation Area	Discretionary [Per Section 18.04.704(d)]

[Table 4-6]

Design and Location Standards

The City of Reno applies specific design limitations to parking and vehicle storage within the SF-8: Single-Family Residential district to preserve neighborhood aesthetics:

Front Yard Setback Prohibition: Off-street parking is prohibited within the front yard setback of the SF-8: Single-Family Residential district unless the parking is located on a driveway serving a single-family, duplex, or triplex residence [Section 18.04.903(a)(3)(b)].
Driveway Dimensions: For residential projects, driveways must be between 12 and 30 feet wide at the curb cut. A minimum distance of 28 feet must be maintained between multiple curb cuts on the same property [Section 18.04.903(a)(3)(c)].
Large Vehicle Storage: In the SF-8: Single-Family Residential district, recreational vehicles (RVs), boats, and trailers cannot be parked in front of the front building line. They may be stored in a side yard only if screened by a six-foot-tall solid fence [Section 18.04.904(b)].
Garage Prominence: To reduce the visual impact of garages in the City of Reno, garage doors for front-loading garages must be recessed a minimum of 10 feet behind the front facade of the house or 2 feet beneath a second-floor bay [Section 18.04.118(f)(1)].

Bicycle Parking Requirements

Residential and non-residential projects in the SF-8: Single-Family Residential district must also provide off-street bicycle parking according to Level 2 standards.

Use Category	Bicycle Parking Requirement
Household Living	1 per unit
Group Living	1 per 2 bedrooms
Community/Cultural Facilities	1 per 600 sq. ft.
Education/Healthcare	1 per 1,000 sq. ft.

[Table 4-8]

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