11B-406.3 Parallel curb ramps

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11B-406.3 Parallel curb ramps.

Parallel curb ramps shall comply with Sections 11B-406.3 and 11B-406.5.

11B-406.3.1 Slope.

The running slope of the curb ramp segments shall be in-line with the direction of sidewalk travel. Ramp runs shall have a running slope not steeper than 1:12.

A turning space 48 inches (1219 mm) minimum by 48 inches (1219 mm) minimum shall be provided at the bottom of the curb ramp. The slope of the turning space in all directions shall be 1:48 maximum.

Line drawing of a parallel curb ramp that is 48" wide and a landing at the bottom, between the two runs of the curb ramp, that is 48" x 48"

FIGURE 11B-406.3.2 ‡‡
PARALLEL CURB RAMPS

Source: 2016 California Standards for Accessible Design Pocket Guide - Eff. Jan. 1, 2017 by California Building Standards Commission (edited by Evan Terry Associates) - published 07/01/2016

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2016 California Standards for Accessible Design Pocket Guide - Eff. Jan. 1, 2017