This page sets out a proposed policy for members parking vehicles at rLab. Parking space is one of our most constrained resources and this policy has been proposed to address the issue of fair-use. As of 13th January 2024 this policy is in consultation. The consultation period is expected to close on 20th January 2024.

Members are invited to propose changes by editing this page. Please log in to the wiki before making changes. If you are making a substantive rather than a cosmetic change (such as fixing formatting or correcting a typo) please explain your rationale in the Discussion tab.

For reference HERE is a copy of the policy in pdf format prior to changes being made here.

Proposed policy

Purpose:

The car parking spaces at rLab are for members actively engaged in hacking, making, or working on projects within the rLab . These guidelines aim to ensure fair and considerate use of parking spaces for all members. (Test edit)

Primary Use:

Parking is intended for members while they are on-site and actively involved in their projects. When your active involvement in RLab ends for the day, we kindly ask that you vacate the parking space.

No Overnight Parking:

Although members do have 24-hour access to the building, the parking spaces are not intended for overnight use, when not actively hacking, making, or working on projects throughout the night. This is to ensure availability for members coming in at all hours to work on their projects. Additionally, using the parking space for sleeping in vehicles contradicts the primary purpose of these spaces, which is to facilitate active project work within rLab. We ask that members respect this guideline to maintain fair access for everyone.

Brief Absences:

Short-term absences (e.g., stepping out for lunch or to purchase supplies) are acceptable, provided you return to continue your project. Prolonged absences for non-Hackspace activities (like shopping in town) are discouraged.

Respectful Use:

Please be mindful that parking space is limited and should be used respectfully. This means not occupying spaces for extended periods without active participation in activities at rLab, and not using the space for activities unrelated to your projects (e.g., vehicle repairs that aren't part of your Hackspace project).

Flexibility for Special Circumstances: If you have a project requiring extended use of a parking space or other special circumstances, please discuss this with the Hackspace membership/directors in advance.

Enforcement and Cooperation: We rely on the spirit of cooperation and mutual respect among members to adhere to these guidelines. If issues arise, they will be addressed on a case-by-case basis by the rlab membership/directors .