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Frequently Asked Questions and Answers Regarding the Supplementary Ordinance

Last Updated April 9, 2024

1.Procedure

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1-1: How many days does it take to complete the procedure?
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1-1: It is approximately one month for prior consultation and within approximately two weeks after submitting the notification. Please consult with us with plenty of time.

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1-2: Is prior consultation necessary?
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1-2: The prior consultation confirms the contents of registration form and conforms to the regulations before submitting the notification. Notifications without prior consultation may not be accepted, so please consult in advance.

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1-3: Is it possible to apply for a building confirmation before notification?
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1-3: Notification before confirmation application is stipulated in the regulations. (Ordinance on Attachment of Yokohama City Bicycle Parking Lot (hereinafter referred to as "Ordinance") Article 12, Ordinance on Enforcement of the Ordinance on Attachment of Yokohama City Bicycle Parking Lot (hereinafter referred to as "Enforcement Regulations") Article 5)

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1-4: If the facility area (acquisition facility) or the number of dwelling units (condominiums, etc.) is changed, is the procedure required?
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1-4: Install the bicycle parking lot (change) Please submit the registration form. (Article 5 of the Enforcement Regulations)

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1-5: If the submitter is changed, is the procedure necessary?
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1-5: Install the bicycle parking lot (change) Please submit the registration form. (Article 5 of the Enforcement Regulations)

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1-6: Is there a completion inspection?
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1-6: There is no completion inspection, but if you have completed the construction, please submit the completed registration form immediately. (Article 6 of the Enforcement Regulations) In addition, on-site inspections may be conducted. (Article 17 of the Ordinance)

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1-7: Is it possible to respond to the counter at any time?
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1-7: Please adjust the schedule in advance. If you come to the agency without reservation, you may have to wait. Also, the person who made a reservation will be given priority. In Hours, from 8:45 to 12:00 on weekdays and from 13:00 to 17:15.

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1-8: Is it unnecessary to submit an ordinance if you apply for the Large-Scale Retail Store Location Act?
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1-8: Notification is required. Please complete the procedure before applying for confirmation.

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1-9: Are offices eligible?
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1-9: It is not subject to the ordinance, but please secure a bicycle parking space on the premises as necessary.

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1-10: Is bicycle parking lots possible?
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1-10: In the case of a facility to attract customers, a remote area of bicycle parking lots is possible if the walking distance is within approximately 50 meters. (Ordinance Article 4) Apartment houses must be secured in the facility or on the site. (Article 8 of the Ordinance)

2.Technical standards, etc.

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2-1: Is it possible to use the rack?
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2-1: It can be used for things that the mayor recognizes that bicycles can be parked effectively and safely. Please submit catalogs, detailed drawings, etc.

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2-2: What is the difference between an on-site aisle and an off-site aisle?
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2-2: A passage in the hall is a passage in the bicycle parking lot. Out-of-office passages are passages that lead from bicycle parking lots to entrances (roads, etc.). (Article 4 of the Enforcement Regulations)
Figures of passages and out-of-office passages (PDF: 130KB)

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2-3: What is the basis for the passage width of 1.5m?
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2-3: The width required for the drawer space for bicycles, etc., and for face-to-face traffic (passing each other).

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2-4: What is the case where the outside passage width of 0.8m is allowed?
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2-4: Please consult us in advance as it will be an individual judgment.

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2-5: Is it acceptable to include planting and flower beds in the aisle?
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2-5: It cannot be included. You need an effective width for bicycles and areas where people can pass.

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2-6: Is it possible to enter and exit directly from the road?
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2-6: The entrance of the parking lot cannot be provided in contact with the road. Please secure a passage width of 1.5m or more on the premises. (Article 4 of the Enforcement Regulations)
Figure of parking lot in contact with road (PDF: 151KB)

3.Obligations of Efforts, etc.

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3-1: Are motorbikes included in the mandatory number?
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3-1: It is not included, but please secure parking space as needed (Article 10 of the Ordinance). Motorcycles may be subject to the Yokohama City Parking Ordinance (Urban Development Bureau Urban Transportation Division), so please check it.

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3-2: Are existing facilities eligible?
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3-2: It is not eligible if there is no extension, but please secure a bicycle parking space as necessary. (Article 10 of the Ordinance)

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3-3: Is it eligible if the application is changed?
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3-3: It is not eligible if there is no extension, but please secure a bicycle parking space as necessary. (Article 10 of the Ordinance)

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Road Policy Promotion Section, Road and Highway Bureau Road Policy Promotion Department

Telephone: 045-671-3644

Telephone: 045-671-3644

Fax: 045-550-4892

Email address: do-huchi@city.yokohama.jp

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