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6.3. Curb Ramps

Curb ramps are elements of an accessible pedestrian path that connect different levels
through inclined planes, usually between the roadway and the sidewalk.

Curb ramps, regardless of type must meet the following criteria:

1. The running gradient maximum is 8%. Depending on the height of the sidewalk the
length will vary following table 9. The curb height shall be between 100 mm and 150
mm.

Sidewalk height Central passage dimensions Flared sides

Max. Max.
Length Width Length
gradient gradient

100 mm 1250 mm 1250 mm
Equal to
150 mm 1875 mm 1875 mm
crossing
200 mm painting 8% 8%

(only for existing 2500 mm >2,00m 2500 mm
sidewalks)

Table 9. Dimensions and gradients of curb ramps

2. The total width of curb ramps in pedestrian crossings is the same as the accessible
pedestrian path and never less than 2000 mm with no interruptions by any obstacle
or any raised pavement. In accessible parking places or drop-off zones, curb ramps
should have a minimum width of 1200 mm or the width of the lateral aisle.

3. Except for curb ramps in parking places, curb ramps shall have a warning tactile
pavement at 300 mm from the edge.

4. Curb ramp edge surfaces have to be completely level with the road.

5. The colour and texture of the curb ramp shall be identical to the accessible
pedestrian path.

6. Slip resistance value shall be higher than 45 PTV, as indicated in section 5.2.

7. The maximum cross slope gradient maximum is 2%.

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