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Figure 80. Example of an accessible garbage container

6.16. Restaurant terraces

Temporary facilities and signs located on sidewalks, squares and outdoor spaces such
as terraces or signs for cafes and restaurants shall meet the following criteria:

1. They should not invade the accessible path and they shall not invade the headroom
clearance.

2. They shall not interrupt the guidance element (façades, walls, guardrails...) without
providing an alternative.

3. In case of interruption of the accessible path, the perimeter of the terrace shall be
protected by a continuous element, except in the access areas, with a minimum
height of 900 mm. This element must be easily detectable by people with visual
disabilities.

4. The clear width required for accessible paths may be increased depending on the
expected flow of pedestrians in the area but shall never be less than 2000 mm.

5. In the case where terraces are installed near the vehicles traffic bollards or other
rigid obstacles they shall be installed every 1200 mm.

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