CITY OF ARLINGTON , TEXAS
City of Arlington Hike & Bike Policy Analysis ( continued )
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Entire Subdivision NA Regulation
Subdivision Rules and Regulations
Design Criteria Manual
Section 2.1 Definitions
All Definitions of Street Classifications
[ Add ]: Need to add pedestrian , bicycle , and alternative non-motorized transportation language and guidelines throughout the entire Subdivision Regulation . These modes need to be stressed as equally if not more important than automobile provisions and facilities . Sidewalks , bicycle lanes , and other pedestrian facilities , and bicycle racks need to be required with all new development and should follow the recommendations and design guidelines set forth in the Arlington Hike and Bike System Master Plan .
[ Add ]: Regardless of classification , the design and construction of streets and intersections in the City of Arlington should aim to serve all types of users , including pedestrians , bicyclists and motorists , and should be inclusive of all levels of ability , such as those in wheelchairs , the elderly and the young .
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Design Criteria Manual
Section 2.1 Definitions
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[ Add New Definition ]: Sidewalks : Residential sidewalks shall be a minimum of 5 ’ in width . Sidewalks serving mixed use and commercial areas shall be a minimum of 8 ’ in width ( 12 ’– 15 ’ is required in front of retail storefronts ). Curb ramps should be fully contained within the markings . The design standards for all pedestrian amenities in the Arlington Hike and Bike System Master Plan shall be adhered to for new streets and modifications to existing streets . |
In accordance with ADA standards |
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Design Criteria Manual
Section 2.1 Definitions
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[ Add New Definition ] Traffic : Pedestrians and vehicles including bicycles , automobiles and other conveyances either singly or together while using streets for the purposes of travel . |
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Design Criteria Manual
Design Criteria Manual
Section 2.1 Definitions
Section 2.1 Definitions
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[ Add New Definition ]: Crosswalks : Shall mean a rightof-way , publicly owned , 10 ’ or more in width , which cuts with ADA
In accordance
across a block for the purpose of improving pedestrian standards access to adjacent streets or properties . The use of traffic calming devices such as raised intersections , lateral shifts , and roundabouts are encouraged as alternatives to conventional traffic control measures with approval of the Planning and Zoning Commission . A pedestrian crosswalk at least 10 ’ in width may be required to provide convenient public access to a public area such as a park , greenway , or school , or to a water area such as a stream , river , or lake . Sidewalks and crosswalks must be ADA compliant and shall be installed in accordance to the Arlington Hike and Bike System Master Plan .
[ Add New Definition ]: Pedestrian Easements : In such cases and at such locations as the Planning and Zoning Commission deems advisable , easements alongside or near lot lines not exceeding 20 ’ in width may be required for pedestrian or bicycle traffic to and from schools , neighborhood parks , and other places that may attract or generate such traffic .
C-6 | Appendix C : Hike & Bike Policies