Application of the access standards to the built environment

Workshop 2

This session covers the key disability access provisions that should be considered for parks, streets and external public spaces.

The topics include:

On-street and on-site accessible car parking
Streetscape and footpath design principals
Street furniture
Considerations for parks and playgrounds
Principles of inclusive design in public spaces, parks and playgrounds
Considerations for events in parks and public places

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