In the same way that the availability and usability of car parking is an important requirement for motor vehicle use, the availability and usability of bicycle parking is critical to the viability of the bicycle as a mode of transport. By providing bicycle parking in accordance with the principles outlined in this report, bicycle use can be encouraged and high-value urban space can be utilised efficiently. This report provides information that assists in the design and installation of bicycle parking facilities and end-of-trip facilities that are fit for purpose. The report provides recommendations and principles that should be followed as well as examples of best-practice facility design. The report also highlights common mistakes and suggests ways to improve such flawed designs. This report provides information that allows owners, managers, designers and installers to: * understand the benefits of installing bicycle parking; * consider special issues that apply to the provision of bicycle parking for various applications; * gain familiarity with the various product types on the market and how they may be utilised; * assess and meet bicycle parking demand over the lifespan of a bicycle parking installation; * choose the appropriate location for bicycle parking; * design appropriate access to the bicycle parking facility; * plan and design the internal layout of a bicycle parking facility to provide easy and safe access to bicycles; * plan and design the surrounding building features such as walls, floors, corridors and lighting; * plan and design end-of-trip facilities such as showers, lockers and change facilities; and * operate the facility on a day-to-day basis. This report should be read in conjunction with the Australian Standard for Bicycle Parking (AS2890.3) which provides detailed information on certain aspects of bicycle parking, such as the geometric spacing that is required to provide adequate clearance for access to bicycles during the parking process. This report extends the information provided in the Austroads Guide to Traffic Management Part 11: Parking, which provides guidance on parking provision rates and other jurisdictional guidance. (Author/publisher)
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