Can parking spaces be arranged in tandem for a dual occupancy?

Yes. Parking spaces can be arranged in tandem for a dual occupancy, but the tandem spaces must belong to the same dwelling.

This means one dwelling can have two cars parked one behind the other, but a parking space belonging to one dwelling cannot be used in tandem with a parking space belonging to the other dwelling.

Parking must also:

• stay within the property boundaries;
• generally not be located in the front zone, subject to specified exceptions;
• be at least 1.5 m from habitable-room windows or doors of another dwelling; and
• be located within 50 m of the dwelling it serves.

Reference: Planning (Residential Zones) Technical Specifications 2026 (NI2026-303) – Requirement 27.3, Car Parking - Planning (Residential Zones) Technical Specifications 2026