Progress Set
SIDEWALK ZONES In an urban context streets and their sidewalks are important in handling significant vehicle and pedestrian traffic that are found within close proximity. This corresponding exhibit breaks down the street R.O.W. into functional zones and provides definition for the roles the functional zones play.
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Seating should be located outside of door swing zones if adjacent to parking.
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Temporary signage or displays may be located in the frontage zone, provided they do not impede the pedestrian throughway.
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Additional landscaping may be added. Use tree grates to maintain an accessible throughway. Trees should be a priority as they provide shade and help reduce heat island effect.
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Parallel parking takes up a smaller amount of the R.O.W allowing for larger sidewalk zone. Additionally, on-street parking is an important buffer between pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
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Overhead elements, such as awnings, canopies, balconies, or signage are acceptable in the pedestrian throughway, provided they meet the clearance requirements for unimpeded movement. Enhancement zones are not limited to planting beds, they can be used as areas for respite or to support nearby business.
Buffer
Sidewalk
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D Frontage Zone
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Street Pedestrian Furniture/ Throughway Curb Zone
A Parking/ Enhancement Zone
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Frontage zones may include areas that are not in the street R.O.W. The spaces can be used for seating, dining, merchandising, etc. With limited sidewalk room, these spaces are vital to providing street life.
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While angled parking provides more overall parking spaces, it consumes more area, reducing opportunities for landscaping, site furnishings, and other amenities. Large planting breaks can be used to reduce this impact.
A. Parking/Enhancement Zone
The portion of the R.O.W used for accommodating on-street parking, landscaping, stormwater facilities, bicycle facilities, or seating areas.
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