Explained | The standards a footpath must meet

A standard footpath design evades the city outside the TenderSure roads and the streets being upgraded under the Smart City project. However, there are certain basic principles that every road design should follow to help pedestrians safely navigate the footpaths. Here are a few guidelines listed by the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) based on the Indian Road Congress (IRC) and international best practices.

Footpath Width

The width of the footpath can vary as per the adjacent land use. Footpaths in residential areas require a minimum clear width of 1.8 metres, which is enough space for two wheelchairs to pass each other. For commercial areas, the clear width should be at least 2.5m