Public Spaces: Playgrounds

Design Accessible Play Areas

Accessible play and exercise areas are crucial for ensuring that all members of the community, regardless of physical abilities, can participate in recreational activities. By removing barriers and designing spaces with inclusivity in mind, these areas promote equality and create a welcoming environment for everyone.

  • Provide a clear space of 1.50 meters minimum diameter around accessible play equipment to allow wheelchair maneuverability.
  • Design pathways leading to these areas with a consistent width of 1.80 meters to accommodate strollers, wheelchairs, and groups.
  • Ensure pathways have smooth, non-slip, and stable surfaces.
  • Include entry and exit points with ramps or gradual slopes instead of stairs to ensure accessibility.
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