Arthur Avenue
E 188
th
Street -Crescent Avenue
Schematic Street Design & Operations
June 2020
Credit: Leonard J. DeFrancisci
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Study Area
Arthur Avenue between E 188
th
Street and Crescent Avenue is part of the Belmont District Management Association (BDMA), also known as “Little Italy in the Bronx” historic district with dining establishments, markets and retail stores. Study Area:
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3 city blocks -One-way Southbound
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26 Dining Establishments
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Crescent Ave –E186th St:
5
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E 186
th
St -E 187
th
St:
8
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E 187
th
St -E188th St:
3
Existing Conditions
Belmont District Management Association
Main Study AreaE 187
th
Street“Typical block”
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Design Paraments
For Safety and ‘Physical Distancing’
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5
ft Clear Path at center of Right-of-Way for:
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Pedestrian Walkway
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Emergency vehicle access (FDNY requirement)
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Keep Clear Access to Fire Hydrants
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Entrances to Dining Establishment & Building:
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Not interrupted by dining table
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Ensure accessible path with temp. ramp mid-block (in
blue
)
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6
ft between four-top tables:
Effective Outdoor Dining AreaRestaurantSidewalkEffective Outdoor Dining AreaParking Lane
5’ Clear Path