If the City no longer requires parking for new homes, where will everyone park?

The new code doesn’t require a set amount of parking for new homes, which is directed by new state law, but that doesn’t mean parking will disappear. It just means the City won’t set the number—builders will. Here’s what that means:

• Builders will still include some level of parking because people still need and expect it.
• Banks and renters usually require enough parking for a project to work, so builders have a reason to provide it.
• Different areas need different amounts of parking—for example, homes near downtown or bus routes may need less.

In short, the change gives builders flexibility. It also helps lower housing costs by not requiring excessive parking and supports walkable neighborhoods.