| Primary value | 2.0 × 4.5 m |
| Applies to | Compact car parking · Off-street parking in tight urban plots |
| Exceptions | Equivalent Car Space (ECS) factor → 0.8 ECS / bay |
| Standard car bay (for comparison) → 2.5 m × 5.0 m | |
| Parking for persons with disability → 3.6 m × 5.0 m (minimum bay width, per Clause 13.10.1) | |
| Local Municipal Bye-laws → May specify different dimensions or percentages for small car parking. Always verify against the local Development Control Regulations (DCR). | |
| Measured as | Clear bay dimensions excluding columns and aisle. Width × depth. |
| Source | NBC 2016 — Part 3, Table 7.1, Note 3 ✓ Verified |
Providing smaller bays for up to 25% of the total car requirement allows for a more efficient parking layout, especially in tight urban plots where space is at a premium. This helps developers meet mandatory parking norms prescribed by local authorities while optimizing the use of basement floor area.
These smaller bays are designated for up to 25% of the total capacity, as permitted by NBC 2016. They are clearly marked and often grouped together to optimize the structural grid and aisle widths.