Illustrated Technical Guide to the Design of Public Spaces: Table of Contents

  1. Welcome Page
  2. Table of Contents
  3. Acknowledgements Page
  4. Introduction to the Illustrated Guide
  1. 1.0 Accessibility Standard for the Design of Public Spaces
    1. What is the Accessibility Standard for the Design of Public Spaces?
    2. Who is responsible for compliance?
    3. What are public spaces?
    4. How does the Accessibility Standard for the Design of Public Spaces relate to other regulations?
    5. Does the Accessibility Standard for the Design of Public Spaces apply to all public spaces?
    6. Is compliance required for all elements within a project?
    7. When must a project comply?
    8. Are there any exceptions?
    9. Do I need to consult with people with disabilities?
  1. 2.0 Creating Accessible Public Spaces
    1. Exterior Paths of Travel
      1. Sidewalks and Walkways
      2. Ramps
      3. Stairs
      4. Rest Areas
      5. Curb Ramps
      6. Depressed Curbs
      7. Accessible Pedestrian Signals at Street Crossings
      8. Exceptions for Exterior Paths of Travel
      9. Design Study - Exterior Paths of Travel
    2. Recreational Trails
      1. Recreational Trails, General
      2. Boardwalks on Recreational Trails
      3. Ramps on Recreation Trails
      4. Exceptions for Recreation Trails
      5. Design Study - Recreation Trails
    3. Beach Access Routes
      1. Beach Access Routes, General
      2. Boardwalks on Beach Access Routes
      3. Ramps on Beach Access Routes
      4. Exceptions for Beach Access Routes
    4. Outdoor Public Use Eating Areas

    5. Outdoor Play Spaces
      1. Outdoor Play Spaces
      2. Design Study - Outdoor Play Spaces
    6. Accessible Parking
      1. Types, Widths and Requirements of Accessible Off-Street Parking Spaces
      2. Required Number and Location of Accessible Parking Spaces
      3. Access Aisles
      4. Signage for Accessible Parking
      5. Exceptions to Off-Street Accessible Parking Requirements
      6. Accessible On-Street Parking
      7. Design Study - Accessible Off-Street Parking
    7. Obtaining Service in Public Spaces
      1. Service Counters
      2. Fixed Queuing Guides
      3. Waiting Areas
      4. Design Study - Obtaining Service in Public Spaces
  1. 3.0 Maintaining Accessible Public Spaces

  1. 4.0 Appendices
    1. Appendix A
    2. Appendix B
    3. Appendix C
    4. Appendix D Additional Better-Practice Resources
    5. Appendix E Definitions and Acronyms
    6. Appendix F CSA Standard for Tactile Walking Surface Indicators
    7. Appendix G Slip Resistant Characteristics of Ground and Floor Finishes
    8. Appendix H Photograph Details and Credits
    9. Appendix I Standard Details
    10. Index

 

Illustrated Technical Guide to the Design of Public Spaces