standplaats

Standplaats is a Dutch term that denotes a designated place where something is meant to stand or be placed. In everyday use it refers to a specific site within a larger area that is allocated for a particular purpose, such as parking, storage, or occupation.

Common usages

One of the most widespread uses is in the context of camping and caravanning. A standplaats on a campsite is a pitch where a caravan or motorhome may be parked, often with access to utilities such as electricity, water, and drainage. Each standplaats is typically mapped and numbered, and occupancy can be short-term or seasonal depending on the site rules and contracts.

In urban planning and housing, standplaatsen can refer to allocated spaces for vehicles or temporary structures within a development, parking area, or service zone. The concept emphasizes a fixed location with a defined function within a larger plan.

Other contexts

Standplaats may also appear in logistics, rail, or road transport to describe a designated stopping or parking location at a terminal or depot. Regardless of context, the core idea remains a pre-assigned place intended for a specific use.

Regulation and management

The allocation and use of standplaatsen are usually governed by local zoning plans, building or environmental regulations, and contractual agreements with operators or authorities. Permissions, leasing terms, and maintenance responsibilities commonly apply to ensure safe and efficient use of the site.

See also: pitch (camping), parking space, campsite, site plan.