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Access and egress means the rate or means of entry or exit to an [[urban object]], such as a [[Modes of transport|transport mode]] or building. It includes footpaths, corridors, doorways, gates, steps etc., which may provide a means of access and egress, to be suitably constructed, kept free from obstruction and to be well maintained<ref>See: http://www.painsfireworks.info/display_area/access_&_egress.htm</ref>. |
Access and egress means the rate or means of entry or exit to an [[urban object]], such as a [[Modes of transport|transport mode]] or building. It includes footpaths, corridors, doorways, gates, steps etc., which may provide a means of access and egress, to be suitably constructed, kept free from obstruction and to be well maintained<ref>See: http://www.painsfireworks.info/display_area/access_&_egress.htm</ref>. |
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Revision as of 17:27, 3 April 2012
Access and egress
Access and egress means the rate or means of entry or exit to an urban object, such as a transport mode or building. It includes footpaths, corridors, doorways, gates, steps etc., which may provide a means of access and egress, to be suitably constructed, kept free from obstruction and to be well maintained[1].
Obstruction of an access or egress point impacts the flow of people or vehicles towards the desired location. This can have economic impact or social impact.
