@Jonathan Klemm thanks for the mention
@Glen Fernandes there are some options available for parking relief; that being said, there are some initial questions which would be helpful to have answered in order to provide the best asnwer to your question.
1) How many units is the property currently?
Note: Per code, you would be required to provide 2 parking spaces for a single-family residence, or 1 parking space per unit for a multi-unit. That being said, this property would be grandfathered in for a "non-conforming condition" of providing 0 parking spaces. If you are Adding a new unit to the building, you would need to add 1 parking space for the unit. I.E. if it is is 2-unit building and you are adding a 3rd unit, you would need to provide 1 new parking space. If it is a single-family home and you are adding 2 units, then you would need to provide 2 new parking spaces.
2) Size of Lot, Zone, Etc.
There is another concern for the requirement to provide "Rear Yard Open Space" (RYOS). Depending on the zoning designation and the number of units, there will be varying requirements for the overall sq.ft. and minimum dimension of the space required to be provided. Your parking cannot reduce the required RYOS, and when you are adding additional units, you may end up being required to provide More RYOS, which could further take away from available parking.
As far as exceptions to reducing parking:
- There was a "Transit Orientated Developmnent" Ordinance that was expanded as the "Connected Communities Ordinance" in 07/22 for which some properties could also qualify for parking reduction dependent on Zoning Designation
- There are Administrative Adjustments (Much easier & faster than a Zoning Variation) available to reduce the required parking spaces by up to 100% in some cases
Additional Info:
- The minimum size for a parking space would be 8' wide x 18' deep. Based on the size/dimensions you provided above, you could potentially have room for up to 2 parking spaces
- When adding new units to an existing building, the project Would Not qualify for the expedited "Self-Certified" permit review process
- When adding new units to existing buildings, those spaces must be 100% brought up to current codes. Unlike remodeling work where you can get away with not opening walls in areas that are not within the scope of work and "whatever is existing can remain".
- Due to your unique narrow lot condition you could run into a few other concerns. For example, while you appear to have a vacant lot next to your property; it will be irrelevant when considering the Natural Light and Ventilation required to be provided to the space, as the minimum 3' clear distance is measured to the property line, not the neighboring structure. This means that unless you own the vacant lot next door, or obtain a "Right of way" from them, you would be restricted from counting any windows along that side to comply with "Natural Light and Ventilation" concerns.