Parklets are an affordable and fast way to create a sense of place, provide a better experience for your customers, and expand your capacity. Additionally, they make for a more vibrant and welcoming downtown.
Design Requirements
Parklets are currently allowed only within the DDA Boundary
Speed limit of the street must be 25mph or less
A parklet may not be placed in front of a fire hydrant
The parklet may not obstruct the flow of street drainage
Parallel parking spaces:
Bumpers are required at each end of the parklet, so that if a vehicle touches the bumper it will warn the driver (city can help procure these items)
Maximum width: 8 feet
Diagonal parking spaces:
Parklet maximum dimensions: 8’X19’
Maximum height of opaque elements: 42” above sidewalk level
Reflective elements are required at all corners of the parklet (city can help procure these items)
Process
The following requirements for all parklets in the City of Montrose:
Each parklet permit is valid for the remainder of the calendar year. Time extensions will require filing a new permit request.
Written summary or sketch of desired parklet location
Properties within 75 feet must be notified
If any opposition arises by property owners within 75 feet of the proposal, the City of Montrose Planning Services department will review and approve / disapprove accordingly.
Evidence of liability insurance for remainder of calendar year
($1,000,000)
Parklets are on public property and, as such, shall be open to the public.
Contact Us
DART (Development and Revitalization Team)
Kate Adams
DART Program Assistant 970.252.4753
kadams@ci.montrose.co.us
