2012 Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) Pocket Guide

403.5.2 Clear Width at Turn.

Where the accessible route makes a 180 degree turn around an element which is less than 48 inches (1220 mm) wide, clear width shall be 42 inches (1065 mm) minimum approaching the turn, 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum at the turn and 42 inches (1065 mm) minimum leaving the turn.

EXCEPTION: Where the clear width at the turn is 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum compliance with 403.5.2 shall not be required.

(a)
180 degree turn

(b)
180 degree turn
(Exception)

Figure 403.5.2 Clear Width at Turn