Parklet Program
Program Manual, Process & Fees
March 1, 2022
CITY COUNCIL
Deputy Director Gabe Osburn & Deputy Director Raissa de la Rosa
P L A N N I N G A N D E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T D E PA R T M E N T 1 Purpose
Allow the safe delineation and repurposing of certain spaces within public streets that historically have been used for auto-centric functions in order to broaden the potential for the public right-of-way and create vitality and activity in commercial districts and residential centers. 2 Definitions Diagram
3 Public Parklets vs. Private Parklets
PRIVATE PARKL E T
The owner of a private
parklet may limit the use
of the parklet to
members of the public
who patronize the
sponsoring business.
PUBL IC PARKL ET
Designed as publicly accessible
open space, members of the pubic
may freely use the parklet
regardless of whether they
patronize the sponsoring business
or not.
4 Permit Pathway, Duration & Process
Pathway & Duration
• Encroachment Permit application
• 1 year (renewed annually)
Process
1. Initial Review
• Check site suitability
• Provide clarity prior to development of construction drawings
2. Submission of Final Design Package
• Design drawings reviewed against manual requirements, codes, policies and standards • Includes required 15-day public noticing process
• Once approved, encroachment permit will be issued
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PRIVATE
PARKLET
Water/Wastewater
Demand Fees Parking Fees
Processing, Plan Review,
Noticing, Inspection Fees
PUBLIC
PARKLET
FEES:
Parking Fees – Private Parklets
For Private Parklets displacing paid parking spaces, a per space parking fee will be charged at 50% of the daily per space Premium Zone or Value Zone Meter Cover rate for a 12-month period, based on the Schedule of Parking User Fees as set by Council.
P r e m i u m Z o n e M e t e r C o v e r R a t e : $15/day per space 50% Meter Cover Rate x 365 days = $2,737.50/space
3-Space Parklet Cost: $8,212.50/year
Va l u e Z o n e M e t e r C o v e r R a t e : $12/day per space 50% Meter Cover Rate x 365 days = $2,190.00/space
3-Space Parklet Cost: $6,570.00/year
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Parking
Diagrams
Parking Fee Context/Comparisons
Santa Rosa Parking District Revenue Based Example – 600 block of 4th Street:
• Revenue generated between November 2019-October 2020: $54,600 • Per space average parking revenue: $2,374
• 3-Space Parklet parking cost: $7,122
San Francisco Model:
• Up-front year 1 cost: $3,000 for the first space + $1,500 for each additional space • Annual renewal: $2,000/space
• Year 1 3-space Parklet parking cost: $6,000
• Year 2+ 3-space Parklet parking cost: $6,000
• Fully public parklets are $1,000/space + $250 for additional space; $100/space annually • Parking fees waived until 3/31/2023; Parking lane license fees are waived for first 2 years • SF PERMIT COSTS: range from $0 to $6,500/permit depending on type 9 Total Estimated SR Parklet Fees
Proposed Santa Rosa Fee Model – YEAR 1 – excluding water impact fees • Encroachment Permit (est. based on $5k construction cost): $550 • Parking Fees – based on 3 parking spaces): ranges between $0 to $8,212.5 • Premium Meter Zone: $8,212.50
• Value Meter Zone: $$6,570
• No Meters/No Paid Parking: $0
Proposed Santa Rosa Fee Model – YEAR 2+
• Encroachment Permit: $128
• Parking Fees – based on 3 parking spaces): ranges between $0 to $8,212.5 • Premium Meter Zone: $8,212.50
• Value Meter Zone: $6,570
• No Meters/No Paid Parking: $0
10 Yr. 1 Permit Cost Range:
$550 to $9,087.50
Permit Renewal - annual:
$128 to $8,390.50
Key Program Elements
Traffic Safety – placement on active public streets:
• Speed limit of 25 mph or less and a trip volume of less than 5,000 vehicles/day • Must be at least 15’ from any street corner, intersection and active driveways unless a lesser setback is determined by the Traffic Engineer
Utilities and Public Safety:
• Access to surface utilities must be maintained at all times (e.g. sewer manholes, water meters, water valve covers, underground vaults) • Clear access must be provided to fire hydrants and Fire Department connections at all times • Must be designed for easy removal given they sit on critical infrastructure • Inclusive design (ADA compliance) is required
• Parklets may not be installed in blue or red curb zones 11 Sample Preliminary Site Plan
12 Design Structure – General Aesthetics
Every effort should be made to ensure the parklet adds to the beautification and visual character of the street scape.
Parklet design shall include:
• Modular and movable outdoor dining/seating furnishings. • The design, materials and colors of outdoor furnishings shall be coordinated and match the associated business establishment’s design, colors and materials. • Any umbrella, patio cover or tabletop lightings shall not create glare or illuminate an area off the site.
• All exposed support structures shall be covered with a visually pleasing product. 13 Design Structure – General Aesthetics, cont.
The following design elements will NOT be permitted:
• Pop-up tents
• Outdoor carpeting or faux lawn products
• Lattice (wood or plastic)
• Pallets
• Plastic tables or chairs
• Plastic or vinyl fences, trellis, or furniture (including umbrellas) • Picket fencing
• Chain link fencing
• Hinged metal pet enclosures
14 Sample Final Site Plan
15 Public Engagement
• Requires permission from adjacent owner/tenant when the parklet extends in front of another business.
• 15-day public review period - notice sent to tenants and owners within a 600’ radius.
• Staff will work with applicant to address community concerns 16 Application Review
Manual Creation
• Coordination with Downtown and Railroad Square Districts • Direct interaction with temporary permit holders
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Parklet
Permits
Recommendation
It is recommended by the Planning and Economic Development Department that the Council, by resolution, adopt the Parklet Program Manual, outlining requirements to expand a business’ outdoor operating space on a public street; approve the application of existing permit and use fees associated with the cost of program uses in the right-of-way; and authorize staff to approve future changes in the Program Manual where references to State Code requirements and/or application process and/or submittal requirement streamlining need updating.
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