Lesson 13: Walkways, Sidewalks, and Public Space

Barriers to Walking?

Jay Walking Activity

Basic Urban Sidewalk Requirements Min width of 5 ft. if set back from curb, 6 ft. if curb face Paving material = concrete Boarder areas & buffers = min. width is 5-7 ft. Shy distance = 2 ft. Grade = no more than 5%, avoid 8% Stairs = require railing, railing extends 18” beyond top and bottom of stair, lit at nite Landscaping

Sidewalk Placement Priority Construction: Schools All transit stops Parks, sports arenas Shopping districts Recreational corridors Retirement homes Medical complexes/hospitals All public buidlings $$$$

Ambiance, Shade, & Other Sidewalk Enhancements

Pedestrian Plazas Choose an existing public space that currently does not encourage walking/biking & redesign it to better accommodate peds.

Walkability Checklist