Suburban offices typically need 3.0-4.0 spaces per 1,000 SF. Urban offices with good transit access may use 1.5-2.5. High-density call centers might need 5.0+. Check local zoning for minimum requirements.

Parking Ratio = Total Parking Spaces ÷ (Gross Floor Area ÷ 1,000). Example: 150 spaces for a 50,000 SF building = 150 ÷ 50 = 3.0 spaces per 1,000 SF.

It depends on total spaces. 1-25 spaces need 1 accessible; 26-50 need 2; 51-75 need 3; and so on. For lots over 500 spaces, 2% must be accessible. One in every 6 accessible spaces must be van-accessible.

Standard spaces are 9' × 18' (162 SF). Compact spaces may be 8' × 16'. ADA accessible spaces are 8' wide with a 5' access aisle. Van-accessible spaces need an 8' aisle. Add 300-350 SF per space for aisles and circulation.

At ~350 SF per space (including drive aisles), you'd need about 35,000 SF or roughly 0.8 acres of paved parking area. Add space for landscaping, stormwater, and entrance/exit lanes.

General retail typically requires 4.0-5.0 spaces per 1,000 SF. High-turnover retail (grocery, pharmacy) may need 5.0-6.0. Restaurants within retail require more—often 10+ per 1,000 SF.

Gross floor area (GFA) includes all building area including walls, lobbies, and common areas. Net leasable area excludes common spaces. Parking ratios typically use GFA but verify with your zoning code.

Requirements vary by jurisdiction. California requires 10% EV-capable infrastructure in new construction. Many cities now mandate a percentage of EV charging stations. Check local codes for your area.

Yes, through variances, shared parking agreements (different uses with different peak hours), proximity to transit, bike parking credits, or TDM (Transportation Demand Management) programs. Consult your local planning department.

Shared parking allows different uses with non-overlapping peak times to share spaces. For example, an office (weekday daytime) and church (Sunday morning) can share. This can reduce total required spaces by 20-40%.