It will depend on the type of vehicle and if they vary suggest you use Inclusive Mobility for any roadside bus stop design. BS8300 section C.6 advises on the space required for a variety of ramps, whether side, or rear exit, suggest you use the maximum, for your particular location.
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From: Accessibuilt list [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Steven Mifsud
Sent: 04 July 2014 14:18
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Subject: Dimensions for an accessible bus drop off bay
Importance: High
Dear all,
One of my clients has asked for the dimensions of an accessible drop off bay for a minibus that will allow for a person to be lifted in at the rear. I have scoured the internet but for the life of me I can’t find ‘set’ dimensions for a bus drop off bay. I have looked through many guidance documents, including the Transport for London guidance that refers to ‘public’ buses (http://www.tfl.gov.uk/cdn/static/cms/documents/accessibile-bus-stop-design-guidance.pdf). The majority of the guidance tends to be either American, Irish, French etc but not British. There is nothing in the BS8300.
Amongst my peers, everybody is saying something different. What is coming up though is that the bus stop should be the length of the minibus/vehicle + 2 metres with hatching at the back to allow a wheelchair/mobility user to be lowered/raised into the vehicle. The kerb also needs to be lowered in this area. Can anyone clear this up and provide a definite answer? It would make my weekend so much better!
Kindest regards
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