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Code of Development Parking Ratio
Analysis and Support Memo
ZMA 2023-
February 20, 2023
The Applicant manages a number of multi -family residences and has found that the number of parking spaces
needed in this type of development does not align with the requirements of the Albemarle County Zoning
Ordinance. The demand needed is supported by current planning and zoning practice, transportation
engineering practice, as well as market realities. Overabundance of parking results in adverse effects and is
counter to other Albemarle County land use policies and goals such as the adopted Climate Action Plan and
stormwater management policies and goals.
The proposed parking ratio stated within the Code of Development is supported by the following factors:
1. Availability of transit near the site
2. Multi -modal access to surrounding area and services
3. Industry Standard for Total Spaces Required
1.) Availability of transit
The Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) provides bus service via Route 7 within walking distance of the
Project with a stop at the Virginia Institute of Autism along Hillsdale Drive. The proposal includes an
emergency access connection which will also serve as a bike/pedestrian connection to Hillsdale Drive. The
close proximity to this transit stop, with the proposed bike/pedestrian access, will make it convenient for
residents of the Project to utilize transit, thereby reducing the number of necessary on -site parking spaces.
2.) Multi -modal access to the surrounding area and services
Sidewalks exist along Route 29, Hillsdale Drive, and Greenbrier Drive, and bike lanes also exist along
Hillsdale Drive, which will allow residents of the Project to walk or bike to nearby services and amenities
within the area including the US Post Office and the many shopping destinations and restaurants at
Seminole Square Shopping Center. In addition, the development is enhancing these modes by providing a
multi -use path along the entire frontage of the property. Please reference the application narrative for
additional information.
3.) Industry Standard Total Spaces Required (Source: ITE Parking Generation Manual)
The most recent ITE Parking Generation Manual, 51h Edition, for mid -rise Multi -Family Housing provides
recommended parking ratios based upon the setting of the development from Center City Core to General
Urban/Suburban and including ratios for rail transit. Given the location of the Project, using the area of
Dense Multi-Use/Urban and allowing for the transit ratio due to the proximity of the bus service to the site,
the average parking supply needed is 1.2 spaces/unit.
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