Landscape · Pedestrian Circulation
Sidewalk / Walkway Width
Clear width for public sidewalks and site walkways.
Description
Wider sidewalks are needed on higher-traffic streets and where two wheelchairs, or a wheelchair and a pedestrian, must pass comfortably.
Sources
- ADA Standards for Accessible Design
- Local zoning codes
Tags
Values
Minimum public sidewalkMinimum
1220 mm4 ft
Comfortable two-way sidewalkRecommended
1525–1830 mm5–6 ft
Private residential pathRange
915–1220 mm3–4 ft