Bill > HB888

This bill establishes new limits on the minimum number of off-street parking spaces that local governments can require for certain types of residential and mixed-use developments, particularly in "designated areas." A "designated area" is broadly defined to include locations within one mile of a public transportation station, areas designated for revitalization in small area plans, zoning districts that allow significant residential or mixed-use development (with a floor area ratio of 1.0 or greater), or areas subject to affordable housing ordinances. Within these designated areas, localities can no longer require more than 0.5 parking spaces per dwelling unit for multifamily or mixed-use developments, and no more than one parking space per dwelling unit for single-family, two-family, or townhouse developments. Furthermore, any locality with a population over 20,000 must also allow for an administrative reduction of at least 20% in minimum parking requirements for developments *outside* of these designated areas, provided they establish criteria and procedures for such reductions. This legislation aims to reduce parking mandates in areas where alternative transportation options are more feasible or where increased density is encouraged.

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https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB888