Public Spaces: Esplanades and Squares

Dimensions of Public Plazas, Parks, and Gardens

Public spaces such as plazas, parks, and gardens must be designed to accommodate a diverse range of users, particularly those with disabilities. Ensuring these spaces meet accessibility standards is essential for creating inclusive urban environments.

Street furniture with seating dimensions.
  • Ensure that public plazas, parks, and gardens have a minimum height clearance of 2.20 meters throughout.
  • Pathways should have a minimum width of 1.80 meters, ensuring that people with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or walkers, can navigate easily.
  • Use appropriate paving materials that meet accessibility standards, ensuring that the surface is level, slip-resistant, and free from obstacles.
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