Page 116 - Dubai Universal Design Code
P. 116

Pedestrian Crossing Signals on public streets shall meet the following criteria:


               1.  Users with visual disabilities must be able to activate the acoustic signal of the traffic
                   light using a smart phone application.

               2.  The pedestrian signal pushbutton shall be mounted at a height between 900 mm
                   and 1200 mm and should be accessible with tactile characters. It must meet the
                   criteria of strength and ergonomic shape to be operated with the elbow.



               6.11. Shaded areas


               The provision of continuous shaded paths is encouraged and at minimum-shaded areas
               shall be provided every 50 m in streets and squares. Each second area shall be
               provided with seating places and adequate space for wheelchair users without invading
               the accessible path. Shaded areas shall be provided by trees, pergolas and retracted
               façades.



               6.12. Pick-up and drop-off areas


               Pick-up and drop-off areas for taxis and private cars shall include curb ramps similar to
               those at accessible parking places.


               Drop-off areas shall be provided in front of administration buildings, health care
               services, shopping malls, hotels, parks, transport buildings, theatres and cinemas and
               amusement parks.


               6.13. Accessible parking bays and access to parking lots


               Public or private parking areas associated with a public street, open space or building
               shall have accessible parking places for holders of accessible parking stickers issued by
               any jurisdiction.


               The number of accessible parking places shall follow table 10.















                                                                                                          115
   111   112   113   114   115   116   117   118   119   120   121