Borough by-laws regarding parking in front of a building must
focus on the following aspects :
The paving materials of the parking area and driveway;
The minimum and maximum dimensions of a parking space;
The number of entrances to the parking area from public
streets;
The maximum width of a driveway leading to a parking area;
The clearance required between the parking lot and the main
building, the lateral lot line, the public right-of-way and their landscaping;
The requirement that a vehicle gain access to the parking
area and the public thoroughfare by driving forward, without another
vehicle having to be moved, for a parking area of 5 or more spaces;
The layout of a parking area must not require, unless otherwise
stated, cutting down a tree belonging to the City.
When the layout of a parking lot in front of a building is
approved by following the procedure laid out for a Specific Construction,
Alteration or Occupancy Project for a Building (SCAOPB) or for a conditional
use, the project must be evaluated on the following criteria :
The contribution of the landscaping to the design of a
parking lot and its integration with the site;
Respect for the characteristics of the surrounding area;
The placement of the parking lot to avoid or minimize the
need to cut down trees on the site.
