CEMP-ET
TI 804-01
1 July 1908
(4) Parking aisles aligned towards the building entrance to encourage more organized
pedestrian flow and limited places where pedestrian traffic must cross vehicular traffic (figure
4-7).
(5) Parking should not require movement across vehicular paths in areas primarily
designed for children such as Child Development Centers.
(6) Parking lot locations can have a strong heat and visual impact from reflected light
on adjacent land uses.
c. Emergency Vehicle Access. Emergency vehicle access must be provided as follows:
(1) Emergency (rescue) vehicle access must be provided to all buildings.
(2) Fire truck access must be provided between buildings. This access may be
provided on sidewalks, paths, or turf areas designed for the vehicle.
(3) If a special drive is installed to accommodate emergency vehicles, it must provide
sufficient room for the vehicle to turn and exit the site and adequate support for the vehicle
weight.
d. Service Vehicles. Service vehicles range in size from pickup trucks and vans to
garbage and large delivery trucks. These vehicles generally require larger turning radii, more
room to maneuver, and holding space while deliveries or service occurs. Service areas should
be designed to provide space for the largest service vehicle that would use that area. Service
traffic should be separated as much as possible from the traffic aisles of parking lots.
(1) Sanitation Vehicles. The circulation of sanitation vehicles is dictated by the
locations of the dumpster pads. Figure 4-8 indicates the primary consideration in locating
dumpster pads. Dumpster pads should be located to:
(a) Provide convenient access for pedestrians taking garbage to the dumpster.
(b) Provide direct, convenient access to vehicles emptying the dumpster that will
allow the vehicle to drive or back directly to the dumpster with minimal maneuvering.
(c) Reduce visual impact.
(d) Include sufficient screening with plant material, fences or walls.
(e) Provide a continuous route when more than one pad is included.
(f) Be removed physically and visibly from building entrances and major vehicular
and pedestrian circulation routes when the dumpster is located in the principal parking lot.
(2) Delivery Vehicles. Special zones for delivery vehicles should be placed in less
visible areas of the site, such as the rear or sides of buildings. Space requirements vary
according to the type and size of vehicle and the need to access loading docks. Maneuvering
room should be provided to allow trucks to back up and turn around to exit the site or to allow
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