While looking for some bicycle parking standards to have on hand for discussion as we move into a new building, I came up with a couple good ones other than the classic Arthur Ross piece. Since this has been a recent thread, it seemed appropriate to post it here.
http://www.denvergov.org/Bicycle_Program/template2606.asp http://www.dot.state.co.us/BikePed/Design/06%20Bicycle%20Parking.pdf Also, a "dear merchant" letter from a Houston advocacy group: Dear Merchant, While I would like to do business at your store, I find that I am hindered by a lack of parking facilities for my vehicle. My vehicle is a bicycle, and although it doesn't take up much space, some accommodation is necessary. The parking needs of bicyclists are straightforward: a sturdy, anchored rack in a well-lit place near your entrance, preferably covered although this is not required. I am enclosing information about readily available racks that are suitable for locking the many different types of bicycles in use in Houston. I hope that you will take this issue seriously as you may be turning away more consumers on two wheels than you realize. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, --- Bicycle Parking Guidelines DO place short-term parking as close to the building entrance as possible DO make bicycle parking visible to bicyclists, building security, foot traffic, and anyone who might approach the building. By making bicycle parking visible to foot traffic, you reduce the incidents of theft and vandalism. DO provide lighting for bicycle parking areas if needed. DO install parking devices that support the frame of the bicycle, not just the wheel. DO install parking devices that accept a variety of locks DO make the parking facility simple. Inverted-U�s are simple, relatively vandal and maintenance proof, and accept a variety of locks. DO keep bicycle parking areas clean. DO provide cover from the elements if possible. DON�T put short term bicycle parking in an out-of-the-way place. Bike thieves will love you, bicyclists won�t. DON�T put screening of landscaping around short-term bicycle parking. It�s better to see bikes than to have them stolen. DON�T put up signs that say �No Bike Parking.� If you feel the need to place such signs, something is wrong with your bicycle parking. If you must provide signage, place a sign indicating the location of bicycle parking. DON�T place bicycle parking where an irrigation system waters bicycles. DON�T install bicycle parking devices which are too short and could be a hazard to pedestrians. ------------ Now go have a beer, Bob Paolino >From the Department of Military Intelligence and Jumbo Shrimp: Sign seen on a recently poisoned lawn on Johnson: TruGreen/ChemLawn ( ) ASCII ribbon campaign X against HTML e-mail: / \ Friends don't send friends HTML-bloated messages! A: Because it reverses the logical flow of conversation. Q: Why is top posting frowned upon? _______________________________________________ Bikies mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.danenet.org/mailman/listinfo/bikies
