Building Codes: Parking Space Requirements

What is happening? California legislators have agreed to prevent cities from mandating parking spots at new development projects within 1/2 mile of transit stations.” AB2097 (2022 | CA)

Why is this important? Its more limited than prohibiting new parking space requirements for all new construction.

How will this be important? A Government Accountability Office report says that adding parking spaces increases building costs. For affordable housing it can add $50,000 per unit.

Governing | Why California’s Parking Reform Matters for Housing and Climate