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d. A right arrow, left arrow, or words "This Stall" or similar
wording shall be included near the bottom of the sign.
e. Each sign shall be erected on an adequate support. The
vertical distance from the parking lot surface to the bottom
of a sign shall be not less than 4 feet. A single sign with
the message "This Space" or similar wording shall be used
to designate a single reserved space. At least 2 signs are
required for multiple reserved spaces. When 2 signs are
used they shall be located at the outermost limits of the
spaces reserved and, by arrow, designate the location of
the reserved spaces. A sign shall be located at the end of an
angled or right-angled space and shall be set to face a
motorist entering the space.
f. Signs in place prior to adoption of the rules: Signs which
are in place prior to the effective date of these standards
and specifications may remain in place and have the same
effect as the signs described herein for 5 years after the
effective date provided that they include the international
symbol for barrier-free environments and the wording
required under 3.a) either as a part of the original sign or
on a supplementary plaque or plaques.
Note: The standards and specifications pertaining to Disabled
Parking Requirements meet the provisions of Wisconsin ss.
346.503 with respect to parking spaces for vehicles
displaying special registration plates or special
identification cards.
(e) Striping. All parking spaces shall be clearly striped with white or yellow
stripes a minimum of 3” wide. Such striping shall delineate parking space
dimensions consistent with space number and size requirements of the
Village of Sturtevant.
(f) Access. Each required off-street parking space shall open directly upon an
aisle or driveway of such width and design as to provide safe and efficient
means of vehicular access to such parking space. All off-street parking
facilities shall be designed with appropriate means of vehicular access to a
street or alley in a manner which will least interfere with traffic movement.
No driveway across public property at the right-of-way line shall exceed a
width of 35’, unless excepted by the Plan Commission.
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