Parking Minimum Reductions in TOD Zones
TOD zoning often reduces or eliminates off-street parking requirements to encourage transit use and walkability
- Residential and commercial projects may receive 20%–100% parking reductions
- Proximity to high-frequency transit justifies minimal or zero-car development
- Reductions apply more readily to affordable housing, small businesses, or micro-units
- Developers must sometimes submit a parking demand analysis to justify lower ratios
Shared Parking Agreements Between Uses
TOD ordinances allow multiple land uses to share parking spaces based on time-based demand patterns
- Offices and residential units may use the same parking at different hours
- Agreements must be formalized and recorded with the local authority
- Shared parking structures support more efficient land use and cost savings
- Often paired with parking management plans to monitor utilization
Use of Public or District Parking
Access to nearby public garages or on-street parking may substitute private parking provisions
- Developers can lease spaces in municipal lots to meet zoning requirements
- TOD zones may offer fee-based credits for using district-managed parking
- Encourages centralized parking hubs instead of fragmented lots
- Reduces curb cuts, improves walkability, and supports active streetscapes
Incentives for Parking Alternatives
Projects that support alternative transportation can qualify for additional parking relief
- Reduced parking ratios for bicycle infrastructure, EV charging stations, or shared mobility hubs
- Incentives offered for car-free households or transit-pass programs
- TOD plans may waive parking for units under a certain square footage
- Sustainable design certifications can trigger additional parking reductions
