Essential considerations for designing accessible parking. 1- Parking spaces marked with an accessible parking sign. 2- Clear blue markings with hatches. 3- Unloading space wide enough for van accessibility. 4- Van accessible sign installed. 5- Wheel stop for safety. 6- At-grade route to sidewalk. 7- Slope grade below 2%.

Avoid these errors when designing accessible parking: 1- The slope is too steep. 2- The access aisle must have diagonal stripes to indicate no parking. 3- Parking spaces must be marked with an accessible parking sign. 4- No ramp for handicap access.

When it comes to parking spaces and handicapped accessibility in the state of Tennessee, there are specific guidelines and regulations that must be followed. These guidelines ensure that parking spaces are of adequate size and are accessible to individuals with disabilities. Let’s take a closer look at the city standards for parking dimensions and handicapped […]

Sidewalks are an important part of the transportation infrastructure in the United States, providing safe and accessible routes for pedestrians to travel on foot. In order to ensure that sidewalks are safe and comfortable to use, there are standards in place for their dimensions.According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) “Design Manual for Urban […]