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13 <br /> <br />On-Street Design Recommendations <br /> <br />Bicycle Racks <br />Bicycle racks provide short-term bicycle parking <br />conveniently located near the user’s destination in a <br />publicly visible area. The rack and parked bicycles <br />should not obstruct the pedestrian right-of-way and <br />stay clear of street furniture. The racks should provide <br />two points of contact with the bicycle frame to ensure <br />the bicycle stands upright. The rack should also allow <br />locking of the frame and at least one wheel with a U- <br />lock. <br /> <br />Table 3 – Bicycle Racks Performance Criteria <br />SECURITY <br />• The rack should be made of difficult-to-cut material such as steel or stainless <br />steel. <br />• The rack should have a closed loop, and the cross-section should be no larger <br />than 2” to allow for locking of the frame and at least one wheel with a U-lock. <br />SAFETY <br />• The rack’s highest point of contact is at least 2’8” off the ground to ensure the <br />bicycle is supported upright. <br />• The rack should be located in well-lit public spaces. <br />ACCESSIBILITY <br />• The design should be easily recognizable and intuitive to use without the need <br />for written instructions. <br />• The rack should be located near commercial areas and popular destinations <br />near building entrances. <br />• The rack can be perpendicular or parallel to the curb but should not obstruct <br />the pedestrian right-of-way. <br />• Racks should be available 24/7. <br />ACCOMMODATES <br />A VARIETY OF <br />BICYCLES AND <br />ATTACHMENTS <br />• The rack does not restrict the length, height, or width of bicycles, attachments, <br />or wheels. <br />• Ensure enough clearance around the rack from objects in the street <br />MANAGEMENT <br />• The city and businesses can work together to ensure racks are well-maintained. <br />• The city or site manager should ensure abandoned bicycles are removed from <br />racks. <br /> <br /> <br />7.A. - Page 85 of 121 <br />91