Accessible sports facilities
Design Guidance Note
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Design Guidance Note
Abstract
Advice on the inclusive design, operation and maintenance of sports facilities; covering entrances, circulation areas, escape routes, changing and toilet facilities, social areas, communication systems and building services.
History
Revision 3, April 2010. First published November 2002; revised March 2010 and April 2010. Supersedes Design guidance note - Access for disabled people (Sport England, 2002).
Subjects
- Building types
- Water supply
- Special subject areas
- Accessibility
- Provision for disabled people
- Sports/recreational facilities
- Sports facilities
- Building services
- Liquid/gas supply
Publisher History
Sport England were formerly called the English Sports Council. Their aim is to create opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to play sport in every community. They publish a number of design guidance notes and technical information on all types of sports facilities.
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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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