External Path Obstructions in Ground

  • Openings can include grates or grilles for landscape or drainage.
  • Small holes can catch canes and wheels and should be avoided.
  • Large unmarked openings such as for tree pits or where construction is not completed will not be allowed in or adjacent to accessible paths.
  • Following should not be located in accessible paths:
    o Drainage inlets
    o Catch basins
    o Tree grates
  • Where these are already located in accessible path, they should be either relocated or a new accessible path found