Parking Code Regulations California Building Code (CBC) Title 24

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Parking Code Regulations

California Building Code (CBC)

Title 24 Part 2

CHAPTER 2:

SECTION 202

DEFINITIONS

ACCESS AISLE. [DSA-AC] An accessible pedestrian space adjacent to or between

parking spaces that provides clearances in compliance with this code.

ACCESSIBLE ROUTE. [DSA-AC] A continuous unobstructed path connecting

accessible elements and spaces of an accessible site, building or facility that can be

negotiated by a person with a disability using a wheelchair, and that is also safe for and

usable by persons with other disabilities. Interior accessible routes may include

corridors, hallways, floors, ramps, elevators and lifts. Exterior accessible routes may

include parking access aisles, curb ramps, crosswalks at vehicular ways, walks, ramps

and lifts.

VEHICULAR WAY. [DSA-AC] A route provided for vehicular traffic, such as in a street,

driveway, or parking facility.

CHAPTER 4: SPECIAL DETAILED REQUIREMENTS BASED

ON USE AND OCCUPANCY

SECTION 406

MOTOR-VEHICLE-RELATED OCCUPANCIES

406.4 Public parking garages.

406.4.1 Clear height. The clear height of each floor level in vehicle and pedestrian

traffic areas shall be not less than 7 feet (2134 mm). [DSA-AC] The clear height of

vehicle and pedestrian areas required to be accessible shall comply with Chapter 11A

or 11B, as applicable

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DSA

Advisory 406.4.1 Clear height. While the minimum height is required to be 7’-0’’ by this

section, greater vertical clearance is required at van-accessible parking spaces,

standard accessible parking spaces, the vehicular routes to these spaces, and

passenger drop-off and loading zones. Refer to Chapters 11A and 11B for requirements

in these areas.

CHAPTER 11B:

Division 1 Administration

11B-108 Maintenance of accessible features

A public accommodation shall maintain in operable working condition those features of

facilities and equipment that are required to be accessible to and useable by persons

with disabilities. Isolated or temporary interruptions in service or accessibility due to

maintenance or repairs shall be permitted.

DSA

11B-10B Maintenance of accessible features. Features for accessibility must be

permanently functional, unobstructed and may not be removed. It is not sufficient to

provide features such as accessible features such as accessible routes, parking,

elevators, ramps or signage if those features are not maintained in a manner that

enables individuals with disabilities to use them. Inoperable elevators, locked accessible

doors, or “accessible” routes that are not obstructed by furniture, filing cabinets or

potted plants are not accessible to nor usable by persons with disabilities.

Division 2 Scoping

11B-206 Accessible routes

11B-206.2.1 Site arrival points. At least one accessible route shall be provided within

the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger drop-off and loading

zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible

building or facility entrance they serve. Where more than one route is provided, all

routes must be accessible

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11B-206.4.2 Parking structure entrances. Where direct access is provided for

pedestrians from a parking structure to a building or facility entrance, each direct access

to the building or facility entrance shall comply with Section 11B-404.

11B-208 Parking spaces

11B-208.1 General. Where parking spaces are provided, parking spaces shall be

provided in accordance with Section 11B-208. For the purposes of this section, electric

vehicle charging stations are not parking spaces; see Section 11B-228.

Exception: Parking spaces used exclusively for buses, trucks, other delivery vehicles,

or vehicular impound shall not be required to comply with Section 11B-208 provided that

lots accessed by the public are provided with a passenger drop-off and loading zone

complying with Section 11B-503.

11B-208.2 Minimum number. Parking spaces complying with Section 11B-502 shall be

provided in accordance with Table 11B-208.2 except as required by Sections 11B-

208.2.1, 11B-208.2.2, and 11B-208.2.3. Where more than one parking facility is

provided on a site, the number of accessible spaces provided on the site shall be

calculated according to the number of spaces required for each parking facility.

Table 11B-208.2 Parking Spaces

Total Number of Parking Spaces

Provided in Parking Facility

Minimum Number of Required

Accessible Parking Spaces

1 to 25

26 to 50

51 to 75

76 to 100

101 to 150

151 to 200

201 to 300

301 to 400

401 to 500

501 to 1000

2 percent of total

1001 and over

20, plus 1 for each 100, or fraction

thereof, over 1000

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Advisory 11B-208.2 Minimum number. The term “parking facility” is used in Section

11B-208.2 instead of the term “parking lot” so that it is clear that both parking lots and

parking structures are required to comply with this section. The number of parking

spaces required to be accessible is to be calculated separately for each parking facility;

the required number is not to be based on the total number of parking spaces provided

in all of the parking facilities provided on the site.

11B-208.2.1 Hospital outpatient facilities. Ten percent of patient and visitor parking

spaces provided to serve hospital outpatient facilities, and free-standing buildings

providing outpatient clinical services of a hospital, shall comply with Section 11B-502.

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Advisory 11B-208.2.1 Hospital outpatient facilities. The term “outpatient facility” is

not defined in this code but is intended to cover facilities or units that are located in

hospitals and that provide regular and continuing medical treatment without an

overnight stay. Doctors’ offices, independent clinics, or other facilities not located in

hospitals are not considered hospital outpatient facilities for purposes of this chapter.

DSA

Advisory 11B-208.2.1 Hospital outpatient facilities. The higher percentages required

for hospital outpatient facilities or rehabilitation facilities specializing in treating

conditions that affect mobility and outpatient physical therapy facilities (indicated in

section 11B-208.2.2 below) are intended primarily for visitor and patient parking. If there

are separate lots for visitors or patients and employees, the 10% or 20% requirement

shall be applied to the visitor/patient lot while accessible parking could be provided in

the employee lot according to the general scoping requirement in Table 11B-208.2. if a

lot serves both visitors or patients and employees, 10% or 20% of the spaces intended

for use by visitors or patients must be accessible.

At hospitals of other facilities where parking does not specifically serve am outpatient

unit, only a portion of the lot would need to comply with the 10% scoping requirement. A

local zoning code that requires a minimum number of parking spaces according to

occupancy type and square footage may be an appropriate guide in assessing the

number of spaces in the lot that “belong” to the outpatient unit. These spaces would be

held to the 10% requirement while the rest of the lot would be subject to the general

scoping requirement in the table. Those accessible spaces required for the outpatient

unit should be located at the accessible entrance serving the unit. This method may

also be used in applying the 20% requirement to hospitals or other facilities where only

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a portion or unit provides specialized rehabilitation or physical therapy treatment or

services for persons with mobility impairments.

11B-208.2.2 Rehabilitation facilities and outpatient physical therapy facilities.

Twenty percent of patient and visitor parking spaces provided to serve rehabilitation

facilities specializing in treating conditions that affect mobility and outpatient physical

therapy facilities shall comply with Section 11B-502.

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Advisory 11B-208.2.2 Rehabilitation facilities and outpatient physical therapy

facilities. Conditions that affect mobility include conditions requiring the use or

assistance of a brace, cane, crutch, prosthetic device, wheelchair, or powered mobility

aid; arthritic, neurological, or orthopedic conditions that severely limit one’s ability to

walk; respiratory diseases and other conditions which may require the use of portable

oxygen; and cardiac conditions that impose significant functional limitation.

11B-208.2.3 Residential facilities. Parking spaces provided to serve residential

facilities shall comply with Section 11B-208.2.3.

11B-208.2.3.1 Parking for residents. Where at least one parking space is provided for

each residential dwelling unit, at least one parking space complying with Section 11B-

502 shall be provided for each residential dwelling unit required to provide mobility

features complying with Sections 11B-809.2 through 11B-809.4. Where fewer than one

parking space is provided for each residential dwelling unit, parking spaces complying

with Section 11B-502 shall be provided in accordance with Table 11B-208.2.

11B-208.2.3.2 Additional parking spaces for residents. Where the total number of

parking spaces provided for each residential dwelling unit exceeds one parking space

per residential dwelling unit, 2 percent, but no fewer than one space, of all the parking

spaces not covered by Section 11B-208.2.3.1 shall comply with Section 11B-502.

11B-208.2.3.3 Parking for guests, employees, and other non-residents. Where

parking spaces are provided for persons other than residents, parking shall be provided

in accordance with Table 11B-208.2.

NOTE: When assigned parking is provided, Chapter 11A indicates designated

accessible parking for the adaptable residential dwelling units shall be provided on

requests of residents with disabilities on the same terms and with the full range of

choices (e.g., off-street parking, carport or garage) that are available to other residents.

11B-208.2.4 Van parking spaces. For every six or fraction of six parking spaces

required by Section 11B-208.2 to comply with Section 11B-502, at least one shall be a

van parking space complying with Section 11B-502.

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11B-208.3 Location. Parking facilities shall comply with Section 11B-208.3.

11B-208.3.1 General. Parking spaces complying with Section 11B-502 that serve a

particular

building or facility shall be located on the shortest accessible route from parking to an

entrance complying with Section 11B-206.4. Where parking serves more than one

accessible entrance, parking spaces complying with Section 11B-502 shall be dispersed

and located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrances. In parking

facilities that do not serve a particular building or facility, parking spaces complying with

Section 11B-502 shall be located on the shortest accessible route to an accessible

pedestrian entrance of the parking facility.

Exceptions:

1. All van parking spaces shall be permitted to be grouped on one level within a multi-

story parking facility.

2. Parking spaces shall be permitted to be located in different parking facilities if

substantially equivalent or greater accessibility is provided in terms of distance from an

accessible entrance or entrances, parking fee, and u ser convenience.

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Advisory 11B-208.2.2 Rehabilitation facilities and outpatient physical therapy

facilities. Conditions that affect mobility include conditions requiring the use or

assistance of a brace, cane, crutch, prosthetic device, wheelchair, or powered mobility

aid; arthritic, neurological, or orthopedic conditions that severely limit one’s ability to

walk; respiratory diseases and other conditions which may require the use of portable

oxygen; and cardiac conditions that impose significant functional limitation.

DSA

Advisory 11B-208.3.1 Location. Accessible spaces can be provided in other facilities

or locations, or, in the case of parking structures, on one level only when equal or

greater access is provided in terms of proximity to an accessible entrance, cost, and

convenience. For example, accessible spaces required for outlying parking facilities

may be located in a parking facility closer to an accessible entrance. The minimum

number of spaces must still be determined separately for each facility even if the spaces

are to be provided on other facilities or locations. Accessible spaces may be grouped on

one level of a parking structure in order to achieve greater access. However, where

parking levels serve different building entrances, accessible spaces should be

dispersed so that access is provided to each entrance.

11B-208.3.2 Residential facilities. In residential facilities containing residential

dwelling units required to provide mobility features complying with Sections 11B-809.2

through 11B-809.4, and adaptable features complying with Chapter 11A, Division IV

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parking spaces provided in accordance with Section 11B-208.2.3.1 shall be located on

the shortest accessible route to the residential dwelling unit entrance they serve.

Spaces provided in accordance with Section 11B-208.2.3.2 shall be dispersed

throughout all types of parking provided for the residential dwelling units.

Exception: Parking spaces provided in accordance with Section 11B-208.2.3.2 shall

not be required to be dispersed throughout all types of parking if substantially equivalent

or greater accessibility is provided in terms of distance from an accessible entrance,

parking fee, and user convenience.

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Advisory 11B-208.3.2 Residential facilities Exception. Factors that could affect “user

convenience” include, but are not limited to, protection from the weather, security,

lighting, and comparative maintenance of the alternative parking site.

11B-208.3.3 Private garages accessory to residential dwelling units. Private

garages accessory to residential dwelling units shall comply with Section 11B-208.3.

Private garages include individual garages and multiple individual garages grouped

together.

11B-208.3.3.1 Detached private garages accessory to residential dwelling units, shall

be accessible as required by Section 11B-208.3.

11B-208.3.3.2 Attached private garages directly serving a single residential dwelling

unit shall provide at least one of the following options:

1. A door leading directly from the residential dwelling unit which immediately enters the

garage.

2. An accessible route from the residential dwelling unit to an exterior door entering the

garage.

3. An accessible route from the residential dwelling unit's primary entry door to the

vehicular entrance at the garage.

11B-209 Passenger drop-off and loading zones and bus stops

11B-209.1

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Exception: Parking spaces provided in accordance with Section 11B-208.2.3.2 shall

not be required to be dispersed throughout all types of parking if substantially equivalent

or greater accessibility is provided in terms of distance from an accessible entrance,

parking fee, and user convenience.

Advisory 11B-208.3.2 Residential facilities Exception. Factors that could affect "user

convenience" include, but are not limited to, protection from the weather, security,

lighting, and comparative maintenance of the alternative parking site.

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11B-208.3.3 Private garages accessory to residential dwelling units. Private

garages accessory to residential dwelling units shall comply with Section 11B-208.3.

Private garages include individual garages and multiple individual garages grouped

together.

11B-208.3.3.1 Detached private garages accessory to residential dwelling units, shall

be accessible as required by Section 11B-208.3.

11B-208.3.3.2 Attached private garages directly serving a single residential dwelling

unit shall provide at least one of the following options:

1. A door leading directly from the residential dwelling unit which immediately enters the

garage.

2. An accessible route from the residential dwelling unit to an exterior door entering the

garage.

3. An accessible route from the residential dwelling unit's primary entry door to the

vehicular entrance at the garage.

11B-209 Passenger drop-off and loading zones and bus stops

11B-209.1 General. Passenger drop-off and loading zones shall be provided in

accordance with Section 11B-209.

11B-209.2 Type. Where provided, passenger drop-off and loading zones shall comply

with Section 11B-209.2.

11B-209.2.1 Passenger drop-off and loading zones. Passenger drop-off and loading

zones, except those required to comply with Sections 11B-209.2.2 and 11B-209.2.3,

shall provide at least one passenger drop-off and loading zone complying with Section

11B-503 in every continuous 100 linear feet (30480 mm) of drop-off and loading zone

space, or fraction thereof.

11B-209.2.2 Bus loading zones. In bus loading zones restricted to use by designated

or specified public transportation vehicles, each bus bay, bus stop, or other area

designated for lift or ramp deployment shall comply with Section 11B-810.2.

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Advisory 11B-209.2.2 Bus loading zones. The terms “designated public

transportation” are defined by the Department of Transportation at 49 CFR 37.3

regulations implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act. These terms refer to

public transportation services provided by public or private entities, respectively. For

example, designated public transportation vehicles include buses and vans operated by

public transit agencies, while specified public transportation vehicles include tour and

charter buses, taxis and limousines, and hotel shuttles operated by private entities.

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11B-209.2.3 On-street bus stops. On-street bus stops shall comply with Section 11B-

810.2 to the maximum extent practicable.

11B-209.3 Medical care and long-term care facilities. At least one passenger drop-

off and loading zone complying with Section 11B-503 shall be provided at an accessible

entrance to licensed medical care and licensed long-term care facilities where the

period of stay may exceed twenty-four hours.

11B-209.4 Valet parking. Parking facilities that provide valet parking services shall

provide at least one passenger drop-off and loading zone complying with Section 11B-

503. The parking requirements of Section 11B-208.1 apply to facilities with valet

parking.

DSA

Advisory 11B-209.4 Valet parking. Valet parking does not eliminate the requirement to

provide accessible parking spaces. Some vehicles may be adapted with hand controls

or lack a driver’s seat, and may not be operable by a valet parking attendant. The

parking space requirements of Sections 11B-208 and 11B-502 apply to facilities with

valet parking, including the requirement for an accessible route of travel to the entrance

of the facility. In addition, when valet parking is provided, a passenger drop-off and

loading zone complying with Section 11B-503 shall be located on an accessible route of

travel to the entrance of the facility.

11B-209.5 Mechanical access parking garages. Mechanical access parking garages

shall provide at least one passenger drop-off and loading zone complying with Section

11B-503 at vehicle drop-off and vehicle pick-up areas.

Signs

11B-216.5 Parking. Signs identifying parking spaces and signs within parking facilities

shall comply with Section 11B-216.5.

11B-216.5.1 Parking spaces. Parking spaces complying with Section 11B-502 shall be

identified by signs complying with Sections 11B-502.6 and 11B-502.8.

Exceptions:

1. Reserved.

2. In residential facilities, where parking spaces are assigned to specific residential

dwelling units, identification of accessible parking spaces shall not be required.

11B-216.5.2 Parking facilities. Signs within parking facilities shall comply with Section

11B-216.5.2.

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11B-216.5.2.1 Signs intended for use by pedestrians. Signs intended for use by

pedestrians within parking facilities, including directional or informational signs

indicating parking sections or levels, shall comply with the requirements of Section 11B-

216.

11B-216.5.2.2 Additional signs. Signs within parking facilities containing parking

spaces complying with Section 11B-502 shall comply with Section 11B-502.8.

Curb Ramps

11B-406.5.1 Location. Curb ramps and the flared sides of curb ramps shall be located

so that they do not project into vehicular traffic lanes, parking spaces, or parking access

aisles. Curb ramps at marked crossings shall be wholly contained within the markings,

excluding any flared sides.

Technical Specifications

11B-502 Parking spaces

11B-502.1 General. Car and van parking spaces shall comply with Section 11B-502.

Where parking spaces are marked with lines, width measurements of parking spaces

and access aisles shall be made from the centerline of the markings.

Exception: Where parking spaces or access aisles are not adjacent to another

parking space or access aisle, measurements shall be permitted to include the full width

of the line defining the parking space or access aisle.

11B-502.2 Vehicle spaces. Car and van parking spaces shall be 216 inches (5486

mm) long minimum. Car parking spaces shall be 108 inches (2743 mm) wide minimum

and van parking spaces shall be 144 inches (3658 mm) wide minimum, shall be marked

to define the width, and shall have an adjacent access aisle complying with Section

11B-502.3.

Exception: Van parking spaces shall be permitted to be 108 inches (2743 mm) wide

minimum where the access aisle is 96 inches (2438 mm) wide minimum.

Figure 11B-502.2

Vehicle Parking Spaces

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11B-502.3 Access aisle. Access aisles serving parking spaces shall comply with

Section 11B-502.3. Access aisles shall adjoin an accessible route. Two parking spaces

shall be permitted to share a common access aisle.

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Advisory 11B-502.3 Access aisle. Accessible routes must connect parking spaces to

accessible entrances. In parking facilities where the accessible route must cross

vehicular traffic lanes, marked crossings enhance pedestrian safety, particularly for

people using wheelchairs and other mobility aids. Where possible, it is preferable that

the accessible route not pass behind parked vehicles.

Figure 11B-502.3

Parking Space Access Aisle

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11B-502.3.1 Width. Access aisles serving car and van parking spaces shall be 60

inches (1524 mm) wide minimum.

11B-502.3.2 Length. Access aisles shall extend the full required length of the parking

spaces they serve.

11B-502.3.3 Marking. Access aisles shall be marked with a blue painted borderline

around their perimeter. The area within the blue borderlines shall be marked with

hatched lines a maximum of 36 inches (914 mm) on center in a color contrasting with

that of the aisle surface, preferably blue or white. The words "NO PARKING" shall be

painted on the surface within each access aisle in white letters a minimum of 12 inches

(305 mm) in height and located to be visible from the adjacent vehicular way. Access

aisle markings may extend beyond the minimum required length.

DSA

Advisory 11B-502.3.3 Marking. The requirement that the hatching at the loading and

unloading access aisle be a suitable contrasting color to the parking space is intended

to ensure that the hatching is visually distinct from the background to which it is applied,

and thus can be more easily seen. As hatching is generally recognized as a no-parking

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area, this difference in contrast assists drivers by providing a conspicuous visual

deterrent to parking in the loading and unloading access aisle.

Asphalt is often the parking surface material used at accessible parking spaces. Asphalt

is generally considered to be fairly dark in appearance. In order to provide a suitable

contrasting color at the hatched area of the loading and unloading access aisle, a light

color hatching should be used at locations where asphalt is the parking surface

material. Although white paint is preferred (and traditionally the color most often used),

its use is not mandatory under the California Building Code (CBC).

In order to provide a suitable contrast at the hatched area of the loading and unloading

access aisle in locations where light concrete is used as the parking surface material

(such as at concrete parking garages), a dark color hatching should be used. Although

blue paint is preferred, its use is not mandatory under the California Building Code

(CBC).

Figure 11B-502.3.3

Angled and Perpendicular Parking Identification

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11B-502.3.4 Location. Access aisles shall not overlap the vehicular way. Access aisles

shall be permitted to be placed on either side of the parking space except for van

parking spaces which shall have access aisles located on the passenger side of the

parking spaces.

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Advisory 11B-502.3.4 Location. Wheelchair lifts typically are installed on the

passenger side of vans. Many drivers, especially those who operate vans, find it more

difficult to back into parking spaces than to back out into comparatively unrestricted

vehicular lanes. Where a van and care share an access aisle, the van space must be

located with the access aisle on the passenger side of the van space.

11B-502.4 Floor or ground surfaces. Parking spaces and access aisles serving them

shall comply with Section 11B-302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the

parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.

Exception: Slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.

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Advisory 11B-502.4 Floor or ground surfaces. Access aisles are required to be

nearly level in all directions to provide a surface for a wheelchair transfer to and from

vehicles. The exception allows sufficient slope for drainage. Built-up curb ramps are not

permitted to project into access aisles and parking spaces because they would create

slopes greater than 1:48.

DSA

Advisory 11B-502.4 Floor or ground surfaces. Accessible parking spaces and

access aisles are required to be level (maximum 1:48 slope) in all directions to provide

a surface for wheelchair transfer to and from vehicles. The access aisle needs to be

adjacent to, and the same required length as the accessible space it serves. Where two

parking stalls share the same access aisle, a full depth aisle is required; in diagonal

parking, the geometric layout will require additional access aisle depth to satisfy the

loading area for both of the adjacent parking stalls as indicated in Figure 11B-502.3.3.

11B-502.5 Vertical clearance. Parking spaces, access aisles and vehicular routes

serving them shall provide a vertical clearance of 98 inches (2489 mm) minimum.

Exception: In existing multi-story parking facilities, car parking spaces, access aisles

and vehicular routes serving them shall provide a vertical clearance of 80 inches (2032

mm) minimum. Existing vertical clearance in excess of 80 inches (2032 mm) and less

than 98 inches (2489 mm) shall be maintained. This exception shall not apply to van

parking spaces, access aisles, or vehicular routes serving them.

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Advisory 11B-502.5 Vertical clearance. Signs provided at entrances to parking

facilities informing drivers of clearances and the location of van accessible parking

spaces can provide useful customer assistance.

11B-502.6 Identification. Parking space identification signs shall include the

International Symbol of Accessibility complying with Section 11B-703.7.2.1 in white on a

blue background. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain additional language

or an additional sign with the designation “van accessible”. Signs shall be 60 inches

(1524 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of

the sign.

Exception: Signs located within a circulation path shall be a minimum of 80 inches

(2032 mm) above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.

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Advisory 11B-502.6 Identification. The required “van accessible” designation is

intended to be informative, not restrictive, in identifying those spaces that are better

suited for van use. Enforcement of motor vehicle laws, including parking priviledges, is a

local matter.

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Advisory 11B-502.6 Identification. This section requires that an additional “van

accessible” sign or additional language be posted below the International Symbol of

Accessibility when designating an accessible parking space that will accommodate a

van. A single parking sign incorporating both the International Symbol of Accessibility

and the language “van accessible” may be used.

11B-502.6.1 Finish and size. Parking identification signs shall be reflectorized with a

minimum area of 70 square inches (45161 mm2).

11B-502.6.2 Minimum fine. Additional language or an additional sign below the

International Symbol of Accessibility shall state “Minimum Fine $250”.

11B-502.6.3 Location. A parking space identification sign shall be visible from each

parking space. Signs shall be permanently posted either immediately adjacent to the

parking space or within the projected parking space width at the head end of the parking

space. Signs may also be permanently posted on a wall at the interior end of the

parking space.

11B-502.6.4 Marking. Each accessible car and van space shall have surface

identification complying with either Section 11B-502.6.4.1 or 11B-502.6.4.2.

11B-502.6.4.1 The parking space shall be marked with an International Symbol of

Accessibility complying with Section 11B-703.7.2.1 in white on a blue background a

minimum 36 inches wide by 36 inches high (914 mm x 914 mm). The centerline of the

International Symbol of Accessibility shall be a maximum of 6 inches (152 mm) from the

centerline of the parking space, its sides parallel to the length of the parking space and

its lower corner at, or lower side aligned with, the end of the parking space length.

11B-502.6.4.2 The parking space shall be outlined in blue or painted blue and shall be

marked with an International Symbol of Accessibility complying with Section 11B-

703.7.2.1 a minimum 36 inches wide by 36 inches high (914 mm x 914 mm) in white or

a suitable contrasting color. The centerline of the International Symbol of Accessibility

shall be a maximum of 6 inches (152 mm) from the centerline of the parking space, its

sides parallel to the length of the parking space and its lower corner at, or lower side

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aligned with, the end of the parking space.

11B-502.7 Relationship to accessible routes. Parking spaces and access aisles shall

be designed so that cars and vans, when parked, cannot obstruct the required clear

width of adjacent accessible routes.

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Advisory 11B-502.7 Relationship to accessible routes. Wheel stops are an effective

way to prevent vehicle overhangs from reducing the clear width of accessible routes.

11B-502.7.1 Arrangement. Parking spaces and access aisles shall be designed so that

persons using them are not required to travel behind parking spaces other than to pass

behind the parking space in which they parked.

DSA

Advisory 11B-502.7.1 Arrangement. Accessible parking spaces located so that the

accessible route passes behind parked vehicles create a safety hazard, especially for

wheelchair users. Wheelchair users traveling behind parked vehicles may be obscured

from the view of the drivers backing out of parking spaces, especially when passing

behind high-profile vehicles. This section requires that persons with disabilities not be

required to travel behind parking spaces other than the one in which they have parked.

11B-502.7.2 Wheel stops. A curb or wheel stop shall be provided if required to prevent

encroachment of vehicles over the required clear width of adjacent accessible routes.

11B-502.8 Additional signs. An additional sign shall be posted either; 1) in a

conspicuous place at each entrance to an off-street parking facility or 2) immediately

adjacent to on-site accessible parking and visible from each parking space.

11B-502.8.1 Size. The additional sign shall not be less than 17 inches (432 mm) wide

by 22 inches (559 mm) high.

11B-502.8.2 Lettering. The additional sign shall clearly state in letters with a minimum

height of 1 inch (25 mm) the following:

"Unauthorized vehicles parked in designated accessible spaces not displaying

distinguishing placards or special license plates issued for persons with disabilities will

be towed away at the owner’s expense. Towed vehicles may be reclaimed at:

_________________________ or by telephoning _______________________." Blank

spaces shall be filled in with appropriate information as a permanent part of the sign.

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11B-503 Passenger drop-off and loading zones

11B-503.1 General. Passenger drop-off and loading zones shall comply with Section

11B-503.

11B-503.2 Vehicle pull-up space. Passenger drop-off and loading zones shall provide

a vehicular pull-up space 96 inches (2438 mm) wide minimum and 20 feet (6096 mm)

long minimum.

11B-503.3 Access aisle. Passenger drop-off and loading zones shall provide access

aisles complying with Section 11B-503 adjacent and parallel to the vehicle pull-up

space. Access aisles shall adjoin an accessible route and shall not overlap the vehicular

way.

11B-503.3.1 Width. Access aisles serving vehicle pull-up spaces shall be 60 inches

(1524 mm) wide minimum.

11B-503.3.2 Length. Access aisles shall extend the full length of the vehicle pull-up

spaces they serve.

11B-503.3.3 Marking. Access aisles shall be marked with a painted borderline around

their perimeter. The area within the borderlines shall be marked with hatched lines a

maximum of 36 inches (914 mm) on center in a color contrasting with that of the aisle

surface.

Figure 11B-503.3

Passenger Drop-Off and Loading Zone Access Aisle

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11B-503.4 Floor and ground surfaces. Vehicle pull-up spaces and access aisles

serving them shall comply with Section 11B-302. Access aisles shall be at the same

level as the vehicle pull-up space they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.

Exception: Slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.

11B-503.5 Vertical clearance. Vehicle pull-up spaces, access aisles serving them, and

a vehicular route from an entrance to the passenger drop-off and loading zone and from

the passenger drop-off and loading zone to a vehicular exit shall provide a vertical

clearance of 114 inches (2896 mm) minimum.

DSA

Advisory 11B-503.5 Vertical clearance. The minimum vertical clearance at designated

passenger drop-off and loading zones, and along at least one vehicle access route to

the area from site entrances and exits, is 114 inches. This differs from the 98 inch

vertical clearance requirement for accessible parking spaces. Commercial vans used for

accessible transit may be taller than the passenger vans.

Valet Parking and Mechanical Access Parking Garages

11B-209.4 Valet parking. Parking facilities that provide valet parking services shall

provide at least one passenger drop-off and loading zone complying with Section 11B-

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503. The parking requirements of Section 11B-208.1 apply to facilities with valet

parking.

DSA

Advisory 11B-209.4 Valet parking. Valet parking does not eliminate the requirement to

provide accessible spaces. Some vehicles may be adapted with hand controls or lack a

driver’s seat, and may not be operable by a valet parking attendant. The parking space

requirements of Sections 11B-208 and 11B-502 apply to facilities with valet parking,

including the requirements for an accessible route of travel to the entrance of the facility.

In addition, when valet parking is provided, a passenger drop-off and loading zone

complying with Section 11B-503 shall be located on an accessible route of travel to the

entrance of the facility.

11B-209.5 Mechanical access parking garages. Mechanical access parking garages

shall provide at least one passenger drop-off and loading zone complying with Section

11B-503 at vehicle drop-off and vehicle pick-up areas