Conceptual Display Utility Access Example 6

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A conceptual design for school site layout displaying delivery and utility areas.

Title 5, Article 4. Standards, Planning, and Approval of School Facilities

Section 14030. Standards for Development of Plans for the Design and Construction of School Facilities.

The following standards for new schools are for the use of all school districts for the purposes of educational appropriateness and promotion of school safety:

d. Delivery and Utility Areas. Delivery and service areas shall be located to provide vehicular access that does not jeopardize the safety of students and staff:

1. Delivery/utility vehicles have direct access from the street to the delivery area without crossing over playground or field areas or interfering with bus or parent loading unless a fence or other barrier protects students from large vehicle traffic on playgrounds.

2. Trash pickup is fenced or otherwise isolated and away from foot traffic areas.

There are two conceptual designs illustrating an acceptable and unacceptable layout. The acceptable design illustrates that the utility area access is separate from the playground. The unacceptable design illustrates that the utility area access is through the playground.

California Department of Education, School Facilities and Transportation Services Division. These are conceptual displays only and are intended to illustrate a specific Title 5 criterion. The California Department of Education will evaluate designs based on the unique site conditions and the educational program of a school.