Developers propose shared parking plan for indoor trampoline park and Pep Boys

The Bel Air Planning Commission meeting on April 3, 2025, spotlighted a significant development plan involving the Pep Boys auto service and a new indoor trampoline park. The proposal includes a party wall to separate the two businesses, allowing Pep Boys to continue operations while accommodating the trampoline park.

Key to the discussion was the addition of 19 parking spaces to meet the increased requirements for the site. The plan originally misidentified the number of spaces needed for shared parking with a nearby mattress store, correcting the figure from four to five. The developers are requesting to share six parking spaces with the mattress store, which has a stable history of low parking demand.

The meeting also addressed modifications to the site layout, including the removal of an existing island to create more parking and improve traffic flow. The developers assured that the changes would not increase impervious surface area, as they plan to reduce it in other areas of the site.

This development aims to enhance local business offerings while ensuring adequate parking and traffic management, reflecting the commission's commitment to balancing growth with community needs. Further steps will involve finalizing the shared parking agreement and ensuring compliance with all zoning regulations.