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On-Street Bike Parking
 
As part of the Bicycle Master Plan adopted by the City of Seattle in 2007, the Seattle Department of Transportation will continue to install On-Street Bicycle Parking in Seattle. SDOT plans to install six more of these facilities in 2010 in addition to maintaining the existing stall located on 12 th Avenue near Spring Street.
Why On-Street Bike Parking?
Aside from the fact that a single on-street bike rack can accommodate many more bicyclists than a typical bike rack, pedestrians also benefit from the reduced clutter along increasingly-encumbered sidewalks. Installing on-street bike racks near intersections or driveways can also enhance sight distance for motorists—a safety enhancement for all users of the transportation network.
Where do they go?
SDOT will consider installing on-street bike parking upon the request of the adjacent business owner. Converting a motor vehicle parking space to on-street bike parking is typically warranted in locations where bicycle parking demand is high and sidewalks are constrained—for example, outside of restaurants with sidewalk cafes or in neighborhoods with narrow sidewalks flanked with tree pits and assorted street furniture.
What do the racks look like?
 
SDOT has selected the Dero “Cycle-Stall” to use for on-street bike parking in 2010. This model is very user-friendly, low-maintenance, and can accommodate at least a dozen bikes.
For more information about SDOT’s Bicycle Projects, call (206) 684-7583 or email bikeracks@seattle.gov . |
