Intersection based crossings for pedestrians should meet the same principles as mid-block crossings. In particular, the crossing points should be located on or as close to pedestrian desire lines as possible and be designed to minimise crossing distances for pedestrians.
PNG: Crossing design principles
Other considerations specific to intersections include:
- There should be separate crossings for each direction at a corner
- Crossings should be located to direct pedestrians across the roadway rather than into the intersection (except at signalised intersections where Barnes Dance phasing operates)
- The kerb crossings should be in the direct line of the pedestrian through route. Where this is not possible, environmental or tactile cues should guide people to the crossing point
- The kerb should be perpendicular to the through route
- There should be sufficient space for pedestrians to wait to cross without encroaching into movement paths or areas used for other activities both at the kerbside and also within any median islands.
