Considering the above: in Florida, all accessible parking spaces must be designated
with blue paint. In this case, Florida law is applied in addition to the standard described
in MUTCD. The correct markings for accessible parking spaces have both white and
blue stripes and access aisles are marked in white. Usually this is applied with the blue
paint 'inside' the white paint for the space (see drawing below, which illustrates the
Florida Department of Transportation Standard Plans, Index 711-001.)
NOTES TO DRAWING:
According to the MUTCD, the pavement
markings for the parking space and the
access aisle (blue and white stripes) may
be either 4" or 6".
If used, a ground-level wheelchair symbol
should be white.
If there is a curb, there must be a curb
ramp (1:12 max. slope) outside the space
and access aisle. A perpendicular curb
ramp must have flared sides (1:12 max.
slope) if pedestrians may cross it
transversely.
A pair of parallel curb ramps may also be
used (w/5'-0" landing at the bottom).
Wheel stops should be used to limit
vehicular encroachment on the sidewalk.
FDOT Design Standards show dimensions to the centerline between two adjacent stripes.
This is intended primarily for double lines between travel lanes on a roadway. For parking
spaces, it is appropriate to dimension to the centerline of the white stripes and then add the
blue stripes.
Also, as described above, the Florida accessible parking space provides the space for an
automobile or a lift-equipped van. Therefore, a ‘van accessible’ sign and an 8’ access aisle
are not required. The standard for accessible parking in Florida is a 12’ minimum parking
space with an adjacent 5’ minimum access aisle. Two accessible parking spaces may
share an access aisle.
Respectfully Submitted,
Florida Department of Transportation
H. Dean Perkins, Architect
A.D.A. Coordinator