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8. Curb ramps must not interfere with the accessible path.

9. When the curb ramp design causes a step in its lateral edges, this level change
should be protected by some element or urban furniture.

10. Curb ramps located on both sides of a street must be aligned.

11. Drain grids shall never be within the accessible pedestrian crossings.

6.3.1. Types of curb ramps

1. Curb ramps with flared sides

Curb ramps with flared sides are comprised of three slopes.

All gradients shall be a maximum of 8%. This type of curb ramp is preferred.

Exceptionally, flared sides of ramps located in parking and drop off areas can have
higher cross gradient slopes, but never more than 12%.

Figure 68. Example of flared side curb cuts

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