12.64.404 Parking Guidelines.
A. Access Guidelines. Exterior driveway surfaces should be paved with non-slip, attractive surfaces such as interlocking unit pavers or scored and colored concrete.
B. Parking Lot Guidelines.
1. Trees in parking areas should be large and have a high-branching, broad-headed form to create maximum shade.
2. Curbed planting areas should be provided at the end of each parking aisle to protect parked vehicles from turning movements of other vehicles.
3. Landscaping in parking lot interiors and at entries should not obstruct a driver’s clear sight lines to oncoming traffic.
4. The main pedestrian route from a parking lot to a building entrance should be easily recognizable, accessible, and demarcated by special paving or landscaping, such as a shaded promenade, trellis, or ornamental planting.
C. Sustainability Guidelines. See also related sustainability guidelines under sections 12.64.306(G) (Street and Open Space Guidelines - Sustainability) and 12.64.503(D) (Architectural Elements – Sustainability Guidelines). In addition to the guidelines below, further requirements and guidelines are anticipated to be developed as part of the city’s sustainability initiative.
1. Parking lots shall utilize permeable paving systems and biofiltration swales wherever feasible, as determined by City of Bothell Design and Construction Standards and Specifications.
2. The size of surface parking lots should be minimized to reduce surface water runoff and minimize heat island effects.
3. Rooftop Gardens or other rainwater capture and recycling systems are encouraged on flat sections of parking structure roofs in order to facilitate storm water management, as well as add visual interest to the structure.
D. Bicycle Parking Guidelines. In addition to required secure bicycle parking for tenants and employees, convenience bicycle parking should be provided for customers. (Ord. 2200 § 2 (Exh. B), 2016).