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e) Requirements for people with disability are to be should be a darker tone compared to that selected
provided for within the landscaped area and shall for the street furniture. Smaller bollard type lights
be as per Authority’s related code. will be used in smaller pedestrian routes where
lighting is only required for immediate pedestrian
20.2.1.2 Hardscape features: (sculptures, water features, use. This will avoid excessive illumination. In
signage, street furniture and lighting standards). general, minimum light fitting height for parking
a) Signage area shall be 3.0 meters. (figure -81)

Signage can be divided into the followings:
1) Street Signage: This signage pertains to the
street names and to individual addresses. A
standard clear simple graphic sign attachable
to a multi use or smart pole system, displayed
in Arabic and English, needs to be designed.

2) Pedestrian Signage: A signage to assist
pedestrians and allow connectivity between the
various parts of the development or the project.
Cycle and footpath signage height should not
be an obstacle element and a minimum clear
height shall be 2.4 meter if it is suspended from
the ceiling.

b) Street Furniture
A set of street furniture shall be chosen as per
the approval of the Authority. Items such as park
benches / tables recycle and litter bins, bollards,
drinking fountains, signage units, stands and
bus shelters. There will be a need for specialized
furniture as well as special decorative fences /
railings that may be used within the environments.

c) Lighting Standards
A set of streetlight fittings shall be chosen as per
the approval of the Authority for use on pedestrian
paths during night time. The color of these fittings

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