pages: CityCouncil/2011-04-05.pdf, 5
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CityCouncil | 2011-04-05 | 5 | The Planning Services Manager responded the issue is on the menu for future projects. Mayor Gilmore inquired what would be the concept for reassigning spaces. The Planning Services Manager responded reassigning spaces would work on a project-by-project basis and would have to be managed by the landlord or property owner; stated a person would not have to buy parking if parking is not needed. Councilmember deHaan stated the property would be encumbered forever; leasing would be a different story. The Planning Services Manager stated a person could request a reduction in the parking requirement; unbundling is a concept many cities are considering. Councilmember deHaan stated approximately eighteen months ago, an effort was made to establish parking requirements by retail type. The Planning Services Manager stated retail has been broken down into one or two categories; a restaurant is separate from non-restaurant retail uses; an art gallery would require a huge amount of parking. Councilmember Tam stated Alameda Hospital ran into a similar issue and implemented tandem and free, valet parking because of residential spillovers. Vice Mayor Bonta inquired whether feedback has been received from the business associations. The Planning Services Manager responded the Park Street Business Association (PSBA) and West Alameda Business Association (WABA) are supportive and involved; private parking lots in commercial areas are underutilized, while on-street parking spaces are often full. Vice Mayor Bonta inquired whether more can be done on the maximization and optimization of existing parking spaces. The Planning Services Manager responded on-street and off-street pricing require constant monitoring; stated everyone would benefit from sharing private lots. Mayor Gilmore requested clarification on parking in driveways. The Planning Services Manager stated the provision prohibiting parking in driveways has been eliminated; a different section of the Municipal Code addresses where a person can and cannot leave a car. Mayor Gilmore stated that she is happy that parking in driveways is permissible. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 April 5, 2011 | CityCouncil/2011-04-05.pdf |