Toms River City Zoning Code
§ 348-8.38
Handicapped facilities.
[Added 11-10-1992 by Ord. No. 2941-92]
In accordance with the provisions of state and federal regulations, the following standards shall be utilized in the design of all facilities to provide access for the physically handicapped.
A.
Curb ramps for the physically handicapped.
(1)
Curb ramps for the physically handicapped shall be constructed on all street curb returns and, where appropriate, in parking areas. In general, two curb ramps shall be constructed at each corner. A single ramp at the center of the corner is acceptable when site conditions preclude the use of the two-ramp system.
(2)
Curb ramps for the physically handicapped shall be constructed in accordance with the standards shown on Figures 7A, 7B or 7C. If there is a grass or landscaped area between the curb and the sidewalk, side ramps need not be provided. Curb ramps shall be provided at all four corners of full intersections and at the two corners plus a location across the street from both of the ramps at T-intersections.
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NOTE: If X is less than 48 inches, then the slope of the fanned or flared side may not exceed 1:12 (8.33%). |
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NOTE: When X is less than 48 inches, the slope of the fanned or flared side must not exceed 1:12 (8.33%). |
(3)
The developer shall submit a detailed intersection grading plan for the approval of the Township Engineer prior to installation of curbs, sidewalks and curb ramps at the intersection.
(4)
Curb ramps shall be constructed with a rough broom finish in accordance with New Jersey Department of Transportation specifications and shall be flush with the street pavements at the gutter line, and transitions from walks to ramps, gutters or streets shall be flush and free of abrupt changes.
(5)
A detectable warning shall be provided on the ramp extending the full width and depth of the ramp. Such detectable warning shall contrast visually with adjoining surfaces, either light on dark or dark on light. The material used to provide contrast shall be an integral part of the walking surface. The detectable warning shall be in accordance with Figure 7D.
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1) | Detectable warning shall contrast visually with adjoining surfaces, either light on dark or dark on light. | |
2) | The material used to provide contrast shall be an integral part of the walking surface. | |
(6)
Built-up ramps shall be permitted within parking areas only and may not encroach on any loading/unloading zone, parking space, vehicular traffic lane or fire lane. The design of such ramp shall be in accordance with Figure 7E, and such ramp shall otherwise comply with all standards applicable to curb ramps above.
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NOTE: Built-up ramps are not allowed to encroach into loading/unloading zones, parking spaces or vehicular traffic areas. |
B.
Handicapped parking spaces. Parking spaces for the physically handicapped shall be provided in accordance with the following table:
Total Parking Spaces in Parking Area | Minimum Number of Spaces to be Provided for Physically Handicapped | |
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Up to 25 | 1 | |
26 to 50 | 2 | |
51 to 75 | 3 | |
76 to 100 | 4 | |
101 to 150 | 5 | |
151 to 200 | 6 | |
201 to 300 | 7 | |
301 to 400 | 8 | |
401 to 500 | 9 | |
501 to 1,000 | 2% of total | |
Over 1,000 | 20, plus 1 for each 100 over 1,000 |
C.
Parking space design.
(2)
Each parking space shall have a minimum width of eight feet and shall be adjoined by a minimum five-foot-wide access aisle. The access aisle shall be located on the passenger side of the parking space. (See Figure 7F.)
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GENERAL PARKING NOTES: | ||
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1) | Handicapped space must permit use of either of car doors. | |
2) | A bumper is required when no curb or barrier is provided which will prevent encroachment of cars over walkway. | |
3) | A maximum crossfall of 2% is allowed in parking space and access aisle. | |
4) | Loading/unloading area must connect to an accessible path of travel. | |
5) | Refer to handicap formula in Item #2. | |
(3)
For double parking space design, a minimum twenty-one-foot width shall be provided for two spaces and access aisle area. The access aisle shall be located between the parking spaces. (See Figure 7G.)
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(4)
Van-accessible parking spaces.
(a)
One of every eight handicapped parking spaces provided, but not less than one, shall be a van-accessible parking space.
(b)
Each van-accessible parking space shall have a minimum width of eight feet with passenger side access of a minimum eight feet wide. (See Figure 7H.) Alternate parking design specifications may be provided in accordance with Figure 7I providing a total twenty-seven-foot-wide width for two stalls or a minimum sixteen-foot width for single parking stalls.
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D.
Parking space signage. Each reserved handicapped parking space shall be provided with signage in accordance with Figure 7J, and every van-accessible parking stall shall be provided with signage identifying the stall as van-accessible. The parking spaces shall also be delineated by light blue striping, and an emblem with minimum dimensions of 36 inches by 36 inches being a profile view of a wheelchair and occupant in white on a light blue background shall be installed on each handicapped space and shall be located such that the base of said emblem is located at the open end of the parking stall. (See Figure 7K.)
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E.
Accessible route. At least one accessible route within the boundary of each site developed shall be provided from public transportation stops, accessible parking and accessible passenger loading zones and public streets and sidewalks to the accessible building entrance they serve.
(1)
Width. The minimum clear width of an accessible route shall be three feet and shall provide a passing space having minimum dimensions of five feet by five feet at reasonable intervals not to exceed 200 feet.
(2)
Surface. The surface texture shall be stable, firm and slip-resistant.
(a)
Changes in level. Changes in level of less than 1/4 inch may be vertical, of between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch shall be beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2. For changes in level of greater than 1/2 inch, a ramp in accordance with the requirements herein shall be required.
(b)
Gratings. If gratings are located within the accessible route, they shall have spaces no greater than 1/2 inch wide in one direction, and if the grading has elongated openings, the long dimension shall be perpendicular to the route of travel.
(c)
Slope. The maximum cross slope of an accessible route shall be 1:50, and any accessible route with a running slope of greater than 1:20 shall be considered a ramp and comply with the requirements herein for the same.
(3)
Detectable warning. If an accessible route crosses or adjoins a vehicular way and the pedestrian area and vehicular area are not separated by curbs, railings or other elements, the boundary between the areas shall be defined by a continuous detectable warning having a minimum width of three feet and installed in accordance with Figure 7D above.
F.
Bus stops and shelters. To the extent that the construction of bus stops and shelters is within the control of Toms River Township or is constructed within a Township right-of-way, the ADA requirements per Section 810.2 of the Federal Transportation Authority, as amended, shall be followed.
[Added 11-12-2019 by Ord. No. 4649-19]
(1)
Bus boarding and alighting areas shall provide a clear length of 96 inches (2,440 mm), measured perpendicular to the curb or vehicle roadway edge, and a clear width of 60 inches (1,525 mm), measured parallel to the vehicle roadway.
(2)
Connection. Bus stop boarding and alighting areas shall be connected to streets, sidewalks, or pedestrian paths by an accessible route.
(3)
Slope. Parallel to the roadway, the slope of the bus stop boarding and alighting area shall be the same as the roadway, to the maximum extent practicable. Perpendicular to the roadway, the slope of the bus stop boarding and alighting area shall not be steeper than 1:48.
(4)
Bus shelters. Bus shelters shall provide a minimum clear floor or ground space complying with Section 305 of the FTA ADA requirements, entirely within the shelter. Bus shelters shall be connected by an accessible route to a boarding and alighting area complying with Section 810.2.
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