Operational Guidelines on Accessibility in Urban Development Projects with Universal Design Principles
By Jose Brakarz, Tomás Engler, Eduardo Alvarez, Verônica Camisão (09/05, En, Es) See also Social Development
Available in Spanish
and Portuguese
4 MB, please see below for the documents in four parts.
The Guidelines facilitate the incorporation of accessibility - with universal design principles - into the preparation phase of projects on urban development, building, and public transportation. The Guidelines contribute with conceptual and technical knowledge to professionals responsible for new initiatives by providing analysis and design measures on how to create access to public environments for all persons independently of their physical and sensory characteristics. The criteria, parameters, and technical recommendations cited in the publication are based on the 'Normas Técnicas Regionales de Accesibilidad' of COPANT (Comisión Panamericana de Normas Técnicas). An English version of the document is being prepared. By Eduardo Alvarez and Verônica Camisão, edited by José Brakarz and Tomás Engler.
Part 1: Spanish and Portuguese
Presentation
Introduction
Primary Objectives of the Guidelines
Conceptual Recommendations
Methodological recommendations
Part 2: Spanish and Portuguese
Step by step: What to Prioritize
Criteria of Eligibility for Accessibility Projects
Part 3: Spanish and Portuguese
Recommendations for an Inclusive Project
General Recommendations
Technical Support
Part 4: Spanish and Portuguese
Annex: Declaration of Rio de Janeiro and Complementary Documentation
Last updated: 05/08/07
