Baey Yam Keng on barrier-free access on public footpaths
Public paths are designed to be free from encumbrances to ensure a barrier-free passage. Since 2018, all new standalone footpaths are also required to have a minimum clear width of 1.8 metres, while those adjacent to cycling paths must be at least 1.5 metres wide. When rejuvenating footpaths, the government will widen them to these standards unless there are site constraints, such as the lack of roadside space. The Land Transport Authority also takes in residents’ feedback when planning for footpath widening within private estates. Minister of State for Transport Baey Yam Keng said this in parliament on Monday (Mar 2) in reply to an MP’s question.
Public paths are designed to be free from encumbrances to ensure a barrier-free passage. Since 2018, all new standalone footpaths are also required to have a minimum clear width of 1.8 metres, while those adjacent to cycling paths must be at least 1.5 metres wide. When rejuvenating footpaths, the government will widen them to these standards unless there are site constraints, such as the lack of roadside space. The Land Transport Authority also takes in residents’ feedback when planning for footpath widening within private estates. Minister of State for Transport Baey Yam Keng said this in parliament on Monday (Mar 2) in reply to an MP’s question.
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