This course provides detailed information on designing accessible parking spaces that meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act as defined by the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. Both vans and cars are considered. Dimensions, distribution, location, connections to access routes (to accessible entrances to buildings), and minimum number of spaces are all described. Special requirements for making temporary events (such as street festivals, craft fairs, musical performances, sporting events and home shows) accessible are also presented.

Topics: Temporary accessible parking spaces Aisle width, vertical clearance, and signage for van accessible parking spaces Relation of access aisle to accessible route Requirements for access route Location and distribution of parking spaces Number of van accessible spaces relative to accessible spaces Readily achievable barrier removal Minimum number of accessible parking spaces Requirements when restriping parking lots Dealing with problem curb ramps Intended Audience: for civil, transportation, land planning, and other engineers whose job description may require a general knowledge of the design of parking spaces which comply with ADA standards.