New Jersey § 52:32-12
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 52:32-12, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 52:32-12.
The State and every such board, body , or parking authority shall use the following guidelines when providing said parking
spaces for persons with physical disabilities : a. A minimum of one percent of the total number of parking spaces, but not less than two parking spaces, shall
be provided in an area of the parking facility which is most accessible and approximate
to the building or buildings which the facility serves; b. Each space or group of spaces shall be identified with a clearly visible sign displaying
the International Symbol of Access along with the following wording: “These spaces
reserved for drivers with physical disabilities .” c. Each space shall be 12 feet wide to allow room for persons using wheelchairs , braces , or crutches to get in and out of either side of an automobile onto a level, paved
surface suitable for wheeling and walking; d. Where possible, such spaces shall be located so that persons using wheelchairs , braces , or crutches are not compelled to wheel or walk behind parked cars; and e. Where applicable, curb ramps shall be provided to permit people with physical disabilities access from parking area to sidewalk.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 52:32-12
What does New Jersey Statutes § 52:32-12 cover?
Section 52:32-12 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 52:32-12?
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