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HB 369

Parking Lot Reform/Stormwater Control.

2025-2026 Session Introduced by Mary Belk and 7 co-sponsors

HB 369 updates North Carolina parking lot standards for design, accessibility, maintenance, and environmental compliance, affecting business development costs and municipal infrastructure planning.

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Bill Summary · HB 369

Legislative bill overview

HB 369 modernizes North Carolina's parking lot regulations by updating standards for design, accessibility, maintenance, and environmental considerations. The bill appears to establish new requirements for both public and private parking facilities to meet contemporary infrastructure and sustainability standards.

Why is this important

Parking lot regulations affect urban planning, property development costs, accessibility for people with disabilities, and stormwater management. Modernized standards can influence commercial development feasibility, municipal budgets, and environmental outcomes across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost burden on businesses and property owners - New design and maintenance requirements may increase development and operational expenses, particularly for small businesses and existing lot retrofits
  • Accessibility vs. affordability balance - Enhanced accessibility standards are beneficial but may increase construction costs that could be passed to consumers
  • Environmental mandates scope - Stormwater and sustainability requirements may conflict with rural or economically disadvantaged areas' capabilities to comply

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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