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CITY OF ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
MI INTRODUCTION
Ili SITE FURNISHINGS
» Athletic Equipment Base Plates
» Athletic Equipment Basketball Goal
Systems
» Athletic Equipment Foul Pole
» Athletic Equipment Goals for Field
Hockey
» Athletic Equipment Goals for Lacrosse
» Athletic Equipment Goals for Soccer
» Athletic Equipment Tennis Net Systems
» Athletic Equipment Volleyball Net
Systems
» Bench Natural Area
» Bench Park
» Bench Players
» Bicycle Rack
» Bleachers
» Bollard Dog Exercise Area
» Bollard Metal
» Bollard Wood
» Drinking Fountain Pet
» Drinking Fountain Stand Alone
» Flagpole
» Grill
» Hand Rails I Stand Alone
» Lighting Area
» Lighting Athletic Facilities
» Lighting Ground Recessed
» Lighting Historic Pole
» Lighting Street Pole
» Picnic Table ADA
» Picnic Table Standard
» Receptacle Ash/Coal
» Receptacle Recycling
» Receptacle Trash
» Wheel Stop
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ITI FENCES AND WALLS
» Fence Backstop
» Fence Chain Link
» Fence Metal
» Fence Netting System
» Fence Paddock
» Fence Post Anchoring Systems
» Fence Solid Wood Board
» Fence Temporary Installations
» Wall Cellular Retaining
» Wall Segmental Retaining
M1' SURFACING
» Aggregates
» Asphalt Pedestrian
» Asphalt Vehicular
» Concrete Pedestrian
» Concrete Vehicular
» Court Surfacing Color Coat
» Infield Mix
» Safety Surfacing Engineered Wood Fiber
» Safety Surfacing Poured in Place Rubber
» Safety Surfacing Rubber Tile System
» Sand Mixes I Volleyball
» Synthetic Infill Turf System
» Track/Warning Track
» Unit Pavers
» Wood Chips and Mulches
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M—PARK STRUCTURES
» Bridges
» Decks and Boardwalks
• PLAYGROUNDS
» Playground Site Considerations
» Play Equipment
» Play Equipment Modular Structures
» Play Equipment Swings
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CHAPTER 01: INTRODUCTION
UTILITY SYSTEMS
» Electrical Systems
» Irrigation/Water Management Systems
» Water Connections
• SIGNS
» Field Closure Sign
» Information Kiosk
» Park Regulatory Sign
» Park Regulatory Sign Text
» Wayfinding Park Sign System
U11 MARINA
» Marina Facilities
» Maritime Lighting
» Pilings
» Pump Out Station
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COURTS AND
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ATHLETIC FIELDS
»
Ball Courts
»
Court Diagram Basketball
»
Court Diagram Tennis
»
Court Diagram Volleyball
»
Fields
»
Field Diagram Baseball
»
Field Diagram Field Hockey
»
Field Diagram Football
»
Field Diagram Lacrosse Boys
»
Field Diagram Lacrosse Girls
»
Field Diagram Rugby
»
Field Diagram Soccer
»
Field Diagram Softball
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CHAPTER 01: INTRODUCTION
UTILITY SYSTEMS
» Electrical Systems
» Irrigation/Water Management Systems
» Water Connections
• SIGNS
» Field Closure Sign
» Information Kiosk
» Park Regulatory Sign
» Park Regulatory Sign Text
» Wayfinding Park Sign System
U11 MARINA
» Marina Facilities
» Maritime Lighting
» Pilings
» Pump Out Station
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INTRODUCTION
The City of Alexandria Park System is comprised of 566 acres of City owned public parkland. The
City's Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities is responsible for the System's planning,
management and maintenance. The park system provides a variety of active and passive facilities
including athletic fields, playgrounds, recreation courts, trails, picnic areas, marina, pools, natural
areas and dog exercise areas.
The Park Facility Standards Manual (Standards) establishes minimum design, construction and
performance expectations for the City's park features. The intent of the Standards is to inform and
guide park and open space planning, capital improvements and capital maintenance and to sustain
life -cycle resource investments in public space. The Standards are a reference instrument for selection
of materials, fixtures, and systems and integrate City criteria with industry standards and applicable
Federal/State/City requirements into a primary -single source document. Anticipated benchmarks for
performance/function, safety, environmental impact, and anticipated maintenance/life-cycle resource
needs are established by each Standard.
Although established in Summer, 2012, the Park Facility Standards Manual is a living document that
is updated and re-evaluated coincident with advancements in industry, changes in the City's park and
open space system, and recreational needs.
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USERGUIDE
CHAPTER 01: INTRODUCTION
This manual supplements industry standards, and federal/state/local requirements, while identifying
City of Alexandria Park Facilities requirements. Information in this manual is not intended to replace
or function as specifications, construction documents, or contract documents.
The standards are organized according to nine categories: Site Furnishings, Fences and Walls,
Surfacing, Park Structures, Playgrounds, Ball Courts and Athletic Fields, Utility Systems, Signs and
Marina Facilities.
The following expectations apply to each Standard:
PRINCIPLE LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Materials shall be procured in compliance with City of Alexandria Procurement procedures.
Materials and products shall be recyclable or its components shall have the potential for re -use at the
end of an item's useful life.
Products and replacement parts shall be proven reliable. Products subject to continual re -design as
a result of product or material failure, or outdated design shall not be used.
Replacement parts, if applicable, shall be readily available throughout the life cycle of the product.
Materials and products shall be selected and installed in a manner that is sensitive to context and to
the City of Alexandria Maintenance Standards.
PRINCIPLE IMPLEMENTATION EXPECTATIONS
Installation of products and materials identified in the following pages shall be performed consistent
with regulatory requirements including permits, permissions, etc.
Installation of products and materials shall comply with manufacturer's recommendations unless
otherwise identified.
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Each Standard sheet is organized consistent with a template on the following pages. Standards will
begin on the right hand page and continue on a second page if necessary. All requirements of the
Standard shall be addressed.
Information is arranged under the headings of purpose, general information, site considerations,
materials and finish, features, installation and life cycle expectations as needed for each specific
Standard.
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PURPOSE
Scope and Function of Each Facility or Component
GENERAL INFORMATION
Local/State/Federal Requirements
Special Conditions/Considerations
Preferred Manufacturer/Make/Model and Contact
Information, if Applicable
Related Sections, if Applicable
Design Criteria, if Applicable
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Material/Treatment
Fabrication Requirements
Color Requirements
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FEATURES
Components
Extras/Options
INSTALLATION
Method/Type
Specific/Seasonal/Site Requirements
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Warranty Requirements
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STANDARDS AND ABBREVIATIONS
CHAPTER 01: INTRODUCTION
Standards shall comply with the most current and up-to-date standards, guidelines, and governing organizations
cited in this document. If referenced standards conflict, the final determination of precedence shall be made by
the Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
City Charter and Code. City of Alexandria, Virginia.
Design Guidelines for the Old and Historic Alexandria and the Parker -Gray District. City of Alexandria,
Virginia.
Four Mile Run Design Guidelines. City of Alexandria, Virginia, Arlington County, Virginia and Northern Virginia
Regional Commission.
Landscape Guidelines. City of Alexandria, Virginia.
Zoning Ordinance of the City of Alexandria, Virginia. City of Alexandria, Virginia.
ADA Standards for Accessible Design. As published by the Department of Justice; Washington D.C.
American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO).
American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).
American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM). As published by ASTM International; West Conshohocken,
PA.
Architectural Barriers Act.
Code of Virginia. Commonwealth of Virginia.
Commonwealth of Virginia Sanitary Regulations for Marinas and Boat Moorings. Commonwealth of Virginia.
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
National Federation of State High Schools (NFSHS).
National Collegiate Athletic Association.
Virginia Clean Marina Guidelines. Commonwealth of Virginia.
Virginia Department of Health. Commonwealth of Virginia.
Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC).
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SITEFURNISHINGS
Athletic Equipment Base Plates
Athletic Equipment Basketball Goal Systems
Athletic Equipment Foul Pole
Athletic Equipment Goals for Field Hockey
Athletic Equipment Goals for Lacrosse
Athletic Equipment Goals for Soccer
Athletic Equipment Tennis Net Systems
Athletic Equipment Volleyball Net Systems
Bench I Natural Area
Bench Park
Bench Players
Bicycle Rack
Bleachers
Bollard Dog Excerise Area
Bollard Metal
Bollard Wood
Drinking Fountain Pet
Drinking Fountain Stand Alone
Flagpole
Grill
Hand Rails I Stand Alone
Lighting Area
Lighting Athletic Facilities
Lighting Ground Recessed
Lighting Historic Pole
Lighting Street Pole
Picnic Table ADA
Picnic Table Standard
Receptacle Ash/Coal
Receptacle Recycling
Receptacle Trash
Wheel Stop
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ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT SECTION
PURPOSE
Ball field base equipment shall be provided at
diamond fields as needed for play.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Base plate dimensions shall comply with National
Federation of State High Schools or other governing
authority.
Base plates shall be anchored in ground.
Related Standards: Infield Mix, Field Diagram
Baseball, Field Diagram I Softball.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Plate color shall be white with black trim.
Double first bases shall include a white base and an
orange outside base.
Plates shall be manufactured from durable materials
such as rubber, reinforced steel and polyurethane.
Materials shall be rated for exterior use and all-
weather play.
Base plate
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BASE PLATES
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
FEATURES
Home plate shall have a rubber waffle style interior.
Plate shall be waterproof with a non-skid exterior
surface.
Pitching rubber shall be four-way, adult size with
inner support tubing.
Base plates shall be progressive release.
Base anchors and plugs shall be easily replaceable.
INSTALLATION
Locate plates, pitching rubbers and bases in
compliance with field layouts.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 1 year minimum warranty is required.
Base plates are anticipated to require replacement
after 2 years of normal and ordinary use, and
annually for heavily programmed fields.
Pitching rubber
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BASKETBALLGOAL SYSTEMS
ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT SECTION CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Competition style, heavy duty backstops shall be Install posts consistent with manufacturer's
provided at outdoor basketball facilities. recommendations. Position backstop consistent
with NCAA standards.
GENERAL INFORMATION Post foundation shall be flush to adjacent grade.
Post systems shall comply with National Collegiate Top of footing shall be sloped to shed water.
Athletic Association regulations or other governing Wind loading design shall comply with American
authority. Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7-98.
Related Standards: Court Diagram IBasketball, Court
Surfacing. LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Basketball Goal Systems are anticipated to require
Upright posts and supports shall be 6 inches replacement after 10 years of normal and ordinary
minimum square structural steel tubing with 1/4 inch use.
thick walls.
Nets are anticipated to require annual replacement
Steel components shall have a double powder coat with normal and ordinary use.
finish. Color shall be black.
Square backboard shall be perforated steel and
include acrylic official perimeter and target area
markings.
Goals shall be a double 5/S inch diameter solid steel
rim, with a continuous net attachment system.
Nets shall be heavy duty, weather resistant nylon
fiber. Color shall be white.
FEATURES
Backstop shall provide an extension inside the
baseline. The backboard shall be 4 feet inside the
baseline and the rim shall be 10 feet above the
playing surface.
Post and backboard padding shall be installed when
upright posts are located on or within the lined
playing surface.
Basketball goal
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ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT SECTION
PURPOSE
Foul poles shall be utilized to identify play/foul
territory on diamond ball fields.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Foul poles shall comply with National Collegiate
Athletic Association standards, Little League
International regulations, or other governing
authority.
Poles greater than 15 feet vertical dimension from
finished grade require a Special Use Permit.
Related Standards: Track/Warning Track Surfacing,
Field Diagram I Baseball, Field Diagram I Softball,
Signs, Fence I Chain Link.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Poles shall be 3 '/z inches minimum to 6 inches
maximum outside diameter, galvanized steel pipe
with powder coat finish.
Color shall be yellow, PMS 113 or similar.
Foul Pole height shall be determined by ball field
needs. Standard height is 15 feet from adjacent
finish grade.
Wing panels shall be 18 inch horizontal width and
15 feet vertical height. Panels shall be 11 gauge
expanded and flattened 3/a inch steel fabric.
FEATURES
Pole heights can be 12 feet, 15 feet, 30 feet and
40 feet from adjacent grade with changes to pole
diameter and wing panels dimensions.
FOUL POLE
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
INSTALLATION
Install separate posts in -ground when existing fence
posts cannot be used.
Pole shall be aligned with foul line and in line with
outfield fence. Pole shall be 6 inch diameter minimum
and integral to outfield fence where possible.
Pole foundation shall be designed to accommodate ,
IBC Wind loading requirements.
Top of pole foundation shall be flush to adjacent '
grade. Top of footing shall be sloped to shed water.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Foul Poles are anticipated to require replacement ,
after 30 years of normal and ordinary use.
Foul pole located external to outfield fence
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GOALS FOR FIELD HOCKEY
ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT SECTION CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
PURPOSE FEATURES
Field hockey goals shall be provided for a variety of Goals shall be portable with wheel transport
age groups including youth and adult. systems. ,
GENERAL INFORMATION INSTALLATION
Goal construction shall comply with the National
Federation of State High Schools, National
Collegiate Athletic Association regulations, or other
governing authority.
Goals shall be removable, stored on-site and secured
in a protected area.
Related Standards: Synthetic Infill Turf Systems,
Field Diagram I Field Hockey.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Goals shall be reinforced, unitized or welded for
stability.
Integral nets shall be weather resistant, heavy duty
nylon cord or webbing.
Goal crossbars and uprights shall be constructed
from heavy wall aluminum tubing with smooth
welds, joints and corners. Tubing shall be 2 inches by
1 inch minimum. Backstays and stabilizing bars shall
be galvanized steel and 1 % inch minimum outside
diameter.
Open tube bottoms shall not be permitted.
Frames shall be white in color.
Nets and bottom boards shall be black in color.
Goals shall be installed with tie down stakes for
natural turf fields.
Goals on synthetic infill turf systems shall be weighted
with an anchoring system that does not puncture the
turf surface.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 1 year minimum warranty is required.
Goals are anticipated to require replacement after
8 years of normal and ordinary use.
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GOALS FOR LACROSSE
ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT SECTION CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Lacrosse goals shall be provided for a variety of age Goals shall be installed with tie down stakes for
groups including youth and adult. natural turf fields.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Goal construction shall comply with the National
Federation of State High Schools, National
Collegiate Athletic Association, or other governing
authority.
Goals shall be removable, stored on-site and
secured in a protected area.
Related Standards: Synthetic Infill Turf Systems,
Field Diagram I Lacrosse Girls, Field Diagram
Lacrosse Boys.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Goals shall be one piece, reinforced, unitized or
welded for stability.
Nets shall be 4mm, weather resistant, heavy duty
nylon cord or webbing.
Goal frame shall be constructed from Schedule 40
steel tubing with smooth welds, joints and corners.
Frames shall be 1.9 inches outside diameter. Goal
dimensions shall be 6 feet vertical height by 6 feet
horizontal width by 7 feet deep.
Back base bars shall be constructed from 4 inch
wide, % inch thick flat steel bar with lacing bar.
Open tube bottoms shall not be permitted.
Nets shall be white in color.
Frames shall be orange in color.
Goals on synthetic infill turf systems shall be weighted
with an anchoring system that does not puncture the
turf surface.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 1 year minimum warranty is required.
Goals are anticipated to require replacement after
8 years of normal and ordinary use.
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ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT SECTION
PURPOSE
Soccer goals shall be provided for a variety of age
groups including youth and adult.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Goal construction shall comply with the National
Federation of State High Schools, National
Collegiate Athletic Association regulations, or other
governing authority.
Goal dimensions will vary according to play level,
and shall comply with the National Federation of
State High Schools, National Collegiate Athletic
Association regulations, or other governing
authority.
Goals shall be removable, stored on-site and secured
in a protected area.
Related Standards: Synthetic Infill Turf System, Field
Diagram I Soccer.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Goals shall be one piece, reinforced, unitized or
welded for stability.
Nets shall be 4mm, hexagonal or square, weather
resistant, heavy duty nylon cord or webbing.
Goals shall be constructed from heavywall aluminum
tubing with smooth welds, joints and corners. Goal
frame tubing shall be 4 inch outside diameter.
Open tube bottoms shall not be permitted.
Net and frames shall be white in color.
GOALS FOR SOCCER
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
FEATURES
Goals shall be portable with wheel transport
systems.
Adult goals shall be 8 feet vertical height and 24 feet
wide. Goals shall be 5 feet deep at the top and 10
feet deep at the bottom.
Youth goals shall be 6 feet vertical height and 18 feet
wide. Goals shall be 4 feet deep at the top and 6 feet
deep at the bottom.
INSTALLATION
Goals shall be installed with tie down stakes for
natural turf fields.
Goals on synthetic infill turf systems shall be weighted
with an anchoring system that does not puncture the
turf surface.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required.
Goals are anticipated to require replacement after
8 years of normal and ordinary use.
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TENNIS NET SYSTEMS
ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT SECTION CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
PURPOSE FEATURES
Regulation tennis net systems shall be provided at
outdoor tennis facilities.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Regulation nets shall comply with United States
Tennis Association standards or other governing
authority.
Related Standards: Court Surfacing, Court Diagram
Tennis, Signs.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Net posts shall be 3'/2 inches minimum aluminum or
galvanized steel with green powder coat finish with
caps.
Net fabric shall be weather resistant No. 36 nylon.
Nets shall have a galvanized top cable with a white
headband. Protective net edging shall be provided
at bottom and ends.
Center net straps shall be included.
Tennis net system
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Net tensioning reel shall be vandal resistant. Reel
shall be heavy duty with lubrication impregnated
parts and heat pinioned gears. Wheel handle shall
be concealed or removable.
Center net anchors shall be provided.
Net posts shall be installed on top of piers as
determined by soil conditions.
INSTALLATION
Posts shall be installed in ground priorto final surface
installation and court lining.
Post layout shall comply with USTA athletic
standards.
Top of post foundation shall be flush with final
surface. Top of footing shall be sloped to shed water.
Concrete net post footers shall be 1 foot -6 inches
diameter and 3 feet vertical depth minimum.
Center net anchors shall be set in 1 foot by 1 foot
horizontal dimensions and 1 foot minimum vertical
depth concrete footings.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 2 year minimum warranty is required for posts.
Nets are anticipated to require replacement
annually with normal and ordinary use.
Posts are anticipated to require replacement after
10 years of normal and ordinary use.
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VOLLEYBALLNET SYSTEMS
ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT SECTION
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
PURPOSE
FEATURES
Volleyball net systems shall be provided at outdoor
Systems shall have a heavy duty net tensioning reel
sand and grass volleyball facilities.
with removable handle.
GENERAL INFORMATION
INSTALLATION
Net systems shall comply with National Collegiate
Posts shall be installed in ground with concrete
Athletic Association standards or other governing
footers. Footers shall be covered with 1 foot
authority.
minimum vertical depth sand.
Related Standards: Sand Mixes I Volleyball, Court
Diagram I Volleyball.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 2 year warranty is required for posts.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Nets are anticipated to require replacement
Post size shall be 14 gauge 4 inches minimum
annually with normal and ordinary use.
diameter aluminum with a powder coated green
finish.
Posts are anticipated to require replacement after
10 years of normal and ordinary use.
Netting shall be 4 inch square black mesh No. 24
nylon fabric, with vinyl coated steel top cables.
Headband shall be 2 inch white vinyl -coated nylon.
NET HEIGHTS AT
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BENCH NATURALAREA
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Natural Area benches shall be located along paths
and trails. Natural Area benches shall be located
in parks in the Carlyle Coordinated Development
District, the Eisenhower East Coordinated
Development District and natural areas.
GENERAL INFORMATION
A standard, free-standing bench shall have back
support and two side rails.
The standard bench is the Columbia Cascade,
Timber Form Restoration bench, model 2118-6 (6
foot length) in black powder -coated cast iron with
kiln -dried 6 inch wide Alaska yellow cedar slats, or
City approved equal.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Benches shall be constructed of a sturdy, durable
metal such as galvanized steel, ductile cast iron or
other metals designed for commercial exterior use.
Metal finishing shall be of high-quality, permanently
affixed powder coating, applied through a heat -
finished process.
Metal elements of benches shall be black.
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints
and corners. Joint fasteners shall be embedded or
sealed.
Wood elements shall be kiln -dried, natural finished
yellow cedar.
FEATURES
Benches may include a center rail.
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Benches shall be permanently affixed to a hardscape
surface (concrete, pavers, etc.).
Provide 3 feet -4 inches minimum hardscape
clearance on the accessible sides of benches.
Provide a solid surface of 3 feet -4 inches by 3 feet -4
inches minimum accessible area directly adjacent
to benches.
Trash or recycling cans shall be placed 5 feet
minimum from a bench.
Benches shall be located in seasonally shaded areas
when possible.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year warranty is required.
Bench slats are anticipated to require replacement
after 10 years of normal and ordinary use.
Bench frames are anticipated to require
replacement after 20 years of normal and ordinary
use.
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PURPOSE
Park benches shall be located along paths and trails
adjacent to activity areas.
GENERAL INFORMATION
A standard, free-standing bench shall have back
support and two side rails.
The standard model is the Victor Stanley, Classic
Series, model CR -96 (6 foot length), with vertical
slats, backrest and two side handrails in black, or
City approved equal.
Benches shall comply with City of Alexandria Small
Area Plan Requirements.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Benches shall be constructed of a sturdy, durable
metal such as galvanized steel, ductile cast iron or
other metals designed for commercial and exterior
use.
Metal finishing shall be of high-quality, permanently
affixed powder coating, applied through a heat -
finished process.
Metal elements of benches shall be black in color.
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints
and corners. Joint fasteners shall be imbedded or
sealed.
Benches shall contain a minimum of 70% post-
consumer steel.
Bench location, plan view Not to scale
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BENCH I PARK
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
FEATURES
Benches may include a center rail.
INSTALLATION
Benches shall be permanently affixed to a hardscape
surface (concrete, pavers, etc.).
Provide 3 feet- 4 inches minimum hardscape
clearance on the accessible sides of benches.
Provide a solid surface of 3 feet -4 inches by 3 feet -4
inches minimum accessible area directly adjacent to
benches.
Trash or recycling cans shall be placed 5 feet
minimum from a bench.
Benches shall be located in seasonally shaded areas
when possible.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year warranty is required.
Benches are anticipated to require replacement
after 20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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BENCH I PARK
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
FEATURES
Benches may include a center rail.
INSTALLATION
Benches shall be permanently affixed to a hardscape
surface (concrete, pavers, etc.).
Provide 3 feet- 4 inches minimum hardscape
clearance on the accessible sides of benches.
Provide a solid surface of 3 feet -4 inches by 3 feet -4
inches minimum accessible area directly adjacent to
benches.
Trash or recycling cans shall be placed 5 feet
minimum from a bench.
Benches shall be located in seasonally shaded areas
when possible.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year warranty is required.
Benches are anticipated to require replacement
after 20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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City of Alexandria
02 BENCH I PARK June 01, 2012
PURPOSE
Player benches shall be located adjacent to athletic
facilities in designated player areas.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Bench shall be free-standing with a back support.
The standard bench model is Alumagoal, 15 foot
length players bench, or City approved equal.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Benches shall be constructed of durable metal such
as aluminum, galvanized steel, or other metals for
commercial and exterior use.
Metal finishing shall be PVC coated or brushed
aluminum. Metal surface shall be ribbed/non-slip.
Metal elements of benches shall be black, dark
green or grey in color.
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints
and corners. Joint fasteners shall be imbedded or
sealed.
Materials and parts shall contain recycled materials.
Bench supports shall be imbedded in concrete
where possible.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
BENCH I PLAYERS
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
FEATURES
Surface mounted and in -ground support posts are
available. Support posts shall be % inch outside
diameter galvanized steel.
Benches are available in the following lengths: 8
feet, 10 feet, 15 feet and 21 feet.
Benches longer than 10 feet shall include bracing
and supports to provide long term stability.
Portable benches are available for use on synthetic
infill turf fields.
INSTALLATION
Benches shall be permanently affixed to a hardscape
surface except on synthetic turf fields or temporary
installations where a portable version shall be used.
Provide a 3 feet minimum horizontal hardscape
clearance on accessible perimeters of benches
where mounted on hardscape.
Permanent and portable benches shall include safety
end caps on supports.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Benches are anticipated to require replacement
after 15 years of normal and ordinary use.
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City of Alexandria
F2 BENCH I PLAYERS June 01, 2012
PURPOSE
Bike racks shall be provided at parks and recreation
facilities consistent with the "Alexandria Bicycle
Transportation and Multi -use Trail Master Plan."
GENERAL INFORMATION
Bike racks shall be the "Inverted U" type bicycle
rack, approximately 3 feet tall and 18 inches wide
after installation.
Commercially produced bike racks meeting the
standards identified in the "Bicycle Transportation
and Multi -use Trail Master Plan" and this document
shall be acceptable alternatives.
The standard bike rack is the Inverted U rack, Victor
Stanley, Cycle Sentry Series, model BRWS-101, or
City approved equal.
Related Standards: Surfacing Section.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Inverted U bicycle racks shall be fabricated from 1
'/z inch inner diameter Schedule 40 steel pipe. The
bicycle racks shall not be welded in sections.
Racks shall be hot dipped galvanized steel and
powder -coated.
Racks shall be black in color.
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints and
corners.
Bike rack construction, including baseplates if
necessary, shall be theft and vandal proof.
FEATURES
Alternative racks shall be subject to approval by
the Director of the Department of Transportation
and Environmental Services and the Director of
the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural
Activities.
A polished stainless-steel finish is an available option
on certain sites subject to approval by the Director
of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
BICYCLE RACK
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
INSTALLATION
Racks shall be flange mounted on concrete, or
imbedded consistent with the "Alexandria Bicycle
Transportation and Multi -use Trail Master Plan".
Where flange mounted on concrete, a 5 inch
diameter minimum steel base plate, % inch thick,
shall be used, with a minimum of 3 mounting anchor
holes in each base plate. Anchors shall be theft -
proof.
Bike racks shall be set firm and plumb.
Where required, steel shims shall be installed prior
to anchoring in place. Baseplates more than % inch
from grade shall require high-strength epoxy non -
shrink grout.
Bike racks shall be installed consistent with the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Multiple racks shall be installed parallel with adjacent
units, 2 feet -6 inches apart.
Racks shall be located so that parked bikes do not
impede pedestrians.
Racks shall be located 3 feet minimum from parallel
or perpendicular walls.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Bike racks are anticipated to require replacement
after 20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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City of Alexandria
F2 BICYCLE RACK June 01, 2012
PURPOSE
Structural bleacher assemblies shall be installed
to provide spectator seating at outdoor athletic
facilities.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Bleachers shall comply with the most current building
codes and ADA standards including requirements
for guardrails and barriers.
Related Standards: Surfacing Section.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Bleacher seats shall be constructed of anodized
aluminum.
Bleachers with more than 5 rows of seats or seats
more than 2 feet -6 inches above adjacent grade
shall include a chain link guard rail.
Bleacher treads and seats shall be a slip resistant
ribbed surface.
Furnished assembly shall be free from sharp edges,
pinch points, corners or protrusions.
Seats shall be continuous bench style.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
BLEACHERS
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
INSTALLATION
Comply with manufacturer's recommendations for
assembly.
Bleachers shall be installed on a hardscape surface
with 4 feet minimum clear horizontal distance from
the edge of structure on accessible perimeter.
Where possible, bleachers shall be accessible by
hardscape surface pathways.
Bleachers shall be stabilized with wedge anchors.
Bleachers shall be anchored to concrete as required
by USBC.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required.
Bleachers are anticipated to require replacement
after 10 years of normal and ordinary use.
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City of Alexandria
02 BLEACHERS June 01, 2012
BOLLARD DOGEXERClSEAREA
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
PURPOSE LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Composite bollards shall identify boundaries in
official City Dog Exercise Areas.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Composite bollards shall be 4 inches by 4 inches
square (nominal dimensions).
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Composite resin shall be structural grade composed
of 50% wood fiber and 50% polyethylene or
fiberglass.
Bollard color shall be an earth tone or brown color.
Bollards shall be 3 feet in vertical height measured
from finished grade after installation.
FEATURES
A 3 inch by 3 inch reflective aluminum sign with
"Paw Print" graphic shall be displayed on two sides
of each bollard.
A 2 inch wide continuous band of white or yellow
reflective material shall be located at the top of
each bollard.
INSTALLATION
Each bollard shall be permanently installed using a 1
foot -6 inches diameter 2 feet -6 inches vertical depth
concrete footing.
Bollardsshall not prevent emergency or maintenance
access to fields and parks.
Footings shall be flush to adjacent grade. Top of
footing shall be sloped to shed water.
Bollards are anticipated to require replacement
after 20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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PURPOSE
Bollards shall be used to limit unauthorized
vehicular traffic without restricting the movement of
pedestrians and cyclists in historic areas.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The standard bollard is the Fair Weather, B-1 Series
(5 inches diameter) bollard with two, 2 inch width
collars in black powder -coated, Schedule 10 steel, or
City approved equal. Collar relief from the surface
of the bollard shall be 1/4 inches.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Bollards shall be a durable metal such as galvanized
steel, designed for commercial exterior use.
Metal finishing shall be a high-quality, permanently
affixed powder coating.
Bollard color shall be black.
Finished assembly shall have smooth welds, joints
and corners.
Hinges, latches and moving parts shall be weather
resistant and lubricated at time of purchase.
FEATURES
Eyebolts shall be provided in instances where chain
will provide an additional barrier between bollards.
Metal bollards are available in heights of 2 feet -6
inches, 3 feet, 3 feet -6 inches, or 4 feet, and 4 inch
and 8 inch diameter.
Mounting styles are permanent embedded, surface
bolted and sleeved/removable.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
BOLLARD
INSTALLATION
METAL
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
Bollards shall be spaced 3 feet -4 inches minimum
horizontal distance.
Removable installation shall be used where
authorized and emergency access is needed.
Removable mounting requires a sleeve/casing
installed 2 vertical feet into the ground. Removable
bollards shall be secured with lock and key.
Bollards shall be marked with reflective tape between
the decorative collars.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Bollards are anticipated to require replacement
after 20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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City of Alexandria
O2 BOLLARD I METAL June 01, 2012
PURPOSE
Wood bollards shall limit vehicular traffic without
restricting the movement of pedestrians and cyclists
in natural resource parks.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Wood bollards shall be constructed of 4 inch by 4
inch pressure treated lumber imbedded into 1 foot -6
inches minimum solid subgrade material (nominal
dimensions).
Vertical height shall be 2 feet -6 inches minimum and
4 feet maximum measured from finish grade.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Wood bollards shall be constructed of pressure
treated lumber. Pressure treated lumber shall be
Alkaline Copper Quaternary (ACQ) or Copper
Borate Azole (CA) type.
Bollard tops shall include a 45 degree chamfer
continuous at top.
A 2 inch wide continuous band of white or yellow
reflective material shall be located at the top of each
bollard.
INSTALLATION
Bollards shall be spaced 3 feet -4 inches minimum
horizontal distance bollard face to bollard face.
Bollards shall not prevent emergency or maintenance
access to fields and parks.
Wood bollards shall be mounted in concrete footing
with 1 foot -6 inches minimum diameter and 2 feet -6
inches minimum vertical depth. Footing shall beflush
to adjacent grade. Top of footing shall be sloped to
shed water.
Removable installation shall be used where
authorized and emergency access is needed.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
BOLLARD I WOOD
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Bollards are anticipated to require replacement
after 15 years of normal and ordinary use.
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DRlNKINGFOUNTAIN I PET
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Fountains with a ground level dog fountain shall be
installed in parks with dedicated pet areas and other
areas recieving large amounts of pedestrian traffic.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The standard fountain is the Most Dependable
Fountains, Inc., 400 Series, Pedestal Drinking
Fountain with optional petfountain, or City approved
equal.
Where accessibility and pet water systems conflict,
the Most Dependable Fountains Inc., Model 300
pedestal pet fountain shall be used.
Only authorized pet fountains shall be attached to
standard drinking fountain systems.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Fountains shall be constructed of stainless steel for
commercial and exterior use and powder coated.
Dark green or stainless steel are the required colors
for fountains. The bubbler, bowl and buttons shall
be satin finish stainless steel.
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints and
corners.
Hinges, latches and mechanical parts shall be
weather resistant.
Fountains shall include jug fillers.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
Fountains shall be mounted permanently to
hardscape surfaces or in -ground mount per
manufacturer's recommendations.
Provide a 3feet-4 inch minimum horizontal dimension
of hardscape surface at the accessible perimeter of
each fountain.
Fountains shall be installed by a licensed plumber
consistent with applicable City and State Codes.
Top of slab shall be sloped to shed water.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 1 year minimum warranty is required.
Fountains are anticipated to require replacement
after 5 years of normal and ordinary use.
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DRINKINGFOUNTAIN
PURPOSE
Water fountains shall be provided in parks where
water supply is desirable, particularly near active
park sites and playgrounds.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Fountains shall be accessible for wheelchair and
mobility devices at standard height.
Fountains shall provide 2 feet -3 inches minimum
vertical clearance and 2 feet -10 inches maximum
vertical clearance from adjacent finished grade.
The drinking bubbler height shall be 3 feet -2 inches
maximum vertical distance from adjacent grade.
Fountains shall be activated by a low -weight, 5lbs
or less, push-button operation mechanism located
below the bowl.
Bubblers shall have a welded protector shield.
Fountains shall include a vandal proof panel for
access to interior systems and filters.
The standard park drinking fountain is the Most
Dependable Fountain Inc., Model 410, pedestal
drinking fountain with satin finish stainless steel
bowl, and stainless steel or green powder -coated
galvanized steel pedestal, or City approved equal.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Fountains shall be constructed of standard steel or
stainless steel, for commercial and exterior use.
Green powder coated and stainless steel shall be
the finish options for fountains. The bubbler, bowl
and buttons shall be satin finish stainless steel.
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints and
corners.
Hinges, latches and mechanical parts shall be
weather resistant.
Fountains shall include jug fillers.
STANDALONE
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
INSTALLATION
Fountains shall be mounted permanently to
hardscape surfaces or in -ground mount per
manufacturer's recommendations.
Provide a 3feet-4 inch minimum horizontal dimension
of hardscape surface at the accessible perimeter of
each fountain.
Fountains shall be installed by a licensed plumber
consistent with applicable City and State Codes.
Top of slab shall be sloped to shed water.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 1 year minimum warranty is required.
Fountains are anticipated to require replacement
after 5 years of normal and ordinary use.
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(1) http://mostdependable.com/
City of Alexandria
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PURPOSE
Flagpoles shall be installed to display local, state
and federal flags.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Flags and flagpoles shall be consistent with the
United States Flag Code.
Flagpoles shall be 30 feet maximum vertical height
without an approved Special Use Permit.
The halyard and pulley system shall be interior and
accessed by a locked panel at the base of the pole.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Flagpoles shall be constructed of seamless
extruded aluminum alloy tubing, with a minimum
wall thickness of 5/3z inch, and a brushed satin finish.
Flagpoles and flashing collar shall have a directional,
medium satin polish and be sealed with a clear,
hard -coat wax.
Flagpoles shall be designed to fly a 6 feet by 10
feet American flag, a 5 feet by 8 feet Virginia State
flag and a 4 feet by 6 feet City of Alexandria flag in
combination.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
FLAGPOLE
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
INSTALLATION
Flagpoles shall not be located in conflict with active
uses or vegetation.
Flagpoles shall be installed in locations that do
not disrupt pedestrian traffic. Provide a 3 feet -4
inch minimum horizontal width hardscape surface
adjacent to accessible pathway.
Flagpoles shall be located adjacent to accessible
hardscape surfaces.
Concrete footings shall be consistent with
manufacturer's recommendations and designed
by a professional engineer. Top of footing shall be
sloped to shed water.
Flagpole footings shall be designed for wind loading
consistent with City of Alexandria Code.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Flagpoles are anticipated to require replacement
after 20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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02 FLAGPOLE June 01, 2012
PURPOSE
Grills shall be located in areas where food
consumption is encouraged.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Where grills are permitted, at least one grill in each
park shall be wheelchair accessible, with a minimum
1 per every 5 installed at each park.
The standard grill model is Summit Supply
Corporation of Colorado, Model Number EC -40-132,
or City approved equal.
Grills shall be located based on prevailing winds, in
relationship to pavilions or nearest picnic area. Grills
shall be located to minimize impact of odors, noise,
and fire in relation to adjacent uses.
Related Standards: Receptacle I Ash/coal.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Finish shall be black enamel
Units shall not contain plastic, resin, wood or
unfinished metal.
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints, and
rounded corners. Joint fasteners shall be imbedded
or sealed.
Units shall have a firebox dimension of 8 inches depth
by 3 feet -6 inches width by 1 foot -5 inches height.
FEATURES
A metal scoop shall be provided with each grill to
dispose of ashes/coals.
Cooking grate shall be anti -theft.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
GRILL
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
INSTALLATION
Pedestal grills shall be permanently mounted on in -
ground posts. Adjacent grade shall be covered by
a surface layer of compacted stone dust 3 inches
vertical depth over filter fabric and extending 3
feet -4 inches in each direction from the base of the
pedestal.
ADA grills shall be mounted between 1 foot -7
inches and 2 feet from finished grade to the cooking
surface. Standard grills may be mounted up to 4 feet
from finished grade to the cooking surface.
Provide a solid surface of 3 feet -4 inches by 3 feet -4
inches minimum accessible area at the perimeter
of each ADA grill unit on the side facing the hard
surface path.
Grills shall be located a minimum of 16 feet from any
tree trunk and 60 feet from any playgrounds.
Top of footing shall be sloped to shed water.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A minimum warranty of 1 year is required.
Grills are anticipated to require replacement after
10 years of normal and ordinary use.
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June 01, 2012
HANDRAILS STANDALONE
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
PURPOSE FEATURES
Hand rails shall be placed in locations where ramps If site requirements cause changes to height, design
change 6 inches or more in grade and on stairs. or color contradictory to these guidelines, the
Handrails may also be used in conjunction with walls proposed design shall be approved for compliance
1 foot -6 inches or more in vertical height. with accessibility needs by the Department of
Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
GENERAL INFORMATION In heavy use areas, skateboard deterrents may be
required.
Hand rails shall be installed consistent with state and
local building code and federal ADA standards.
INSTALLATION
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Hand rails shall be constructed of durable materials
such as galvanized steel, recycled composite resin or
other appropriate splinter free, exterior material.
Metal finishing shall be of high-quality, permanent,
black powder coating, provided through a heat -
finished process.
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints and
properly treated corners. Joint fasteners shall be
imbedded or sealed.
Composite resin shall be structural grade composed
of 50% wood fiber and 50% polyethylene or
fiberglass.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
Secure rails through a permanent in -ground or
surface method consistent with manufacturer's
recommendations.
Provide hand rails on both sides of the path.
Handrails shall be 5 feet minimum horizontal
length.
Engineer and anchor hand rails to withstand loads
per USBC.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required.
Hand rails are anticipated to require replacement
after 20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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City of Alexandria
F2 HAND RAILS I STAND ALONE June 01, 2012
LIGHTING SECTION
PURPOSE
Lighting shall be used to illuminate portions of the
park including parking lots and designated areas.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Square, down light fixtures shall be installed in
park locations subject to historic light guidelines or
City of Alexandria small area plan approval may be
modified.
Lighting in POS zoned properties requires a Special
Use Permit.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
The lamp housing shall be die-cast aluminum with a
black powder coat finish.
The lens frame shall be die-cast aluminum with a
hinge assembly for maintenance. The lens shall be
high impact, clear -tempered glass.
The metal pole and fitter shall be finished with a
black powder coat finish.
Light fixtures shall be mounted on square aluminum
poles with an extended pole mounting arm to offset
the fixture.
Light poles shall be 15 feet in height and installed
with an anchor base. The anchor bolts shall be
recessed into an anchor base casting. Provide
tamper resistant covers.
FEATURES
Light fixtures that require separate ballast boxes are
not permitted.
Lamps may include a wire guard.
Lamps shall be metal halide.
LED options may be installed with the approval
of the Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultural
Activities, and the Director of Transportation and
Environmental Services.
Double fixtures are available.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
LIGHTING I AREA
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
INSTALLATION
Light poles shall be located so as not to be in conflict
with vegetation or plantings.
Lights shall be located a minimum of 3 feet from
the edge of all shared -use paths or pedestrian
walkways.
Light pole foundations shall be flush to finished
grade. Top of footing shall be sloped to shed water.
Connections installed beneath paving shall be
sleeved.
Installation work shall be performed in conformity
with USBC.
Luminaire shall not extend below fixture housing.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 3 year minimum warranty is required on area light
fixtures.
A 3 year minimum warranty is required on poles.
Lights are anticipated to require replacement after
20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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02 LIGHTING I AREA June 01, 2012
LIGHTING
LIGHTING SECTION
PURPOSE
ATHLETIC FACILITIES
Athletic field and court lighting systems shall be
provided to ensure safe play environments where
athletic field/court use is desired beyond normal
daylight hours.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Athletic field and court lighting shall be provided as
a complete sports lighting system.
The standard system is the Musco Light -Structure
Green, or City approved equal.
Lighting levels shall provide safe play for the
programed sports. The average foot candle level on
a rectangular playing surface shall be 50 fc and the
uniformity shall be 2.0:1.0. The average foot candle
level on a court playing surface shall be 30 fc and
designated uniformity shall be 2.0:1.0.
Lighting in POS zoned properties requires a Special
Use Permit.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Light poles and cross arms shall be galvanized steel,
and shall meet wind loading requirements of the IBC
Building Code and AASHTO Standard Specifications
for Structural Supports for Highway Signs, Luminaires
and Traffic Signals.
Bases shall be pre -stressed direct burial concrete.
Foundations shall be designed by a professional
engineer licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The mounting heights for athletic fields are 60-80
feet above the playing surface. Mounting heights
for athletic courts are 20-40 feet above the playing
surface.
Wiring shall be contained inside the cross arms and
poles.
Light fixtures shall be 150OW or 1000W metal halide
lamps with external visors to minimize light glare
and spill.
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
FEATURES
Light system shall include a remote monitoring
system for performance tracking.
Lighting system shall include a remote lighting control
system that allows operation via web site, phone, fax
and email. System shall be programmable up to a
year in advance and accept a seven day schedule.
Lighting system shall include an accessible on-off
selector switch located on one of the poles.
Lighting shall include pegs on poles for maintenance
access.
Ballasts shall be located on each individual pole.
INSTALLATION
Light pole installations require separate permits.
Coordinate player -activated switches and timers to
minimize additional infrastructure.
Installation work shall be performed in conformity
with USBC.
Poles shall include direct burial concrete bases.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 25 year warranty is required on athletic lighting
systems.
Lighting systems are anticipated to require
replacement after 40 years of normal and ordinary
use.
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LIGHTING GROUND RECESSED
LIGHTING SECTION CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
PURPOSE FEATURES
Ground recessed lights shall be used to illuminate Lens frame material shall be bronze, aluminum or
significant park features or items of special interest black finish.
such as art, flag poles and signs.
Directional shields shall be provided where
appropriate.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Lamps shall be metal halide.
Lighting installations require electrical permits.
LED options may be installed with the approval of the
Lighting in POS zoned properties requires a Special Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
Use Permit.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
The lamp housing shall be composite material,
resistant to ultraviolet degradation and corrosion.
The lens shall be ADA compliant, anti -slip material
and able to withstand loads up to 200 PSI, with a
commercial grade frame.
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June 01, 2012
INSTALLATION
Lights shall be installed in locations with positive
drainage away from lights.
Flush light fixtures shall be installed in hardscape
surfaces.
Connections installed beneath paving shall be
sleeved.
Installation work shall be performed consistent with
USBC.
Install manufacturer's recommended drainage.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 1 year minimum warranty is required on ground
recessed light fixtures.
Lamps are anticipated to require replacement after
2 years of normal and ordinary use.
Light fixtures are anticipated to require
replacement after 7-10 years of normal and ordinary
use.
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LIGHTING I HISTORIC TOLE
LIGHTING SECTION CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
PURPOSE FEATURES
The historic pole light shall be used as a street or park Light fixtures that require separate ballast boxes are
road light in the City's Historic Districts to illuminate not permitted.
portions of public land or right-of-way.
Globes/post tops shall include full top reflectors.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Gadsby light fixtures shall be installed in the Gadsby
Light District within the Old and Historic District of
Alexandria.
Lighting in POS zoned properties requires a Special
Use Permit.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Lights shall be mounted on fiberglass or aluminum
poles.
Poles and fitters shall be finished with a black UV -
resistant catalyzed urethane coating.
Light poles/fixtures/luminaires shall be 14 feet total
height from finished grade and installed with an
anchor base.
The ornamental base cover shall be designed to
cover the anchor bolts with one or two pieces, be
vandal resistant, and finished to match the post.
The pole top shall meet the requirements of the
Department of Transportation and Environmental
Services.
No cage, band, or finial shall be installed.
Fixture metal finishing shall be a high-quality,
permanently affixed powder coating, done through
a heat -finished process.
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June 01, 2012
LED options may be installed with the approval
of the Director of the Department of Recreation,
Parks and Cultural Activities, and the Director of the
Department of Transportation and Environmental
Services.
INSTALLATION
Light poles shall be located so as not to be in conflict
with vegetation or plantings.
Lights shall be located a minimum of 3 feet from
the edge of all shared -use paths or pedestrian
walkways.
Light pole foundations shall be flush to finished
grade. Top of footing shall be sloped to shed water.
Connections installed beneath paving shall be
sleeved.
Installation work shall be performed in conformity
with USBC.
Lights shall be installed on a GFI circuit and switch
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 3 year minimum warranty is required on historic
light fixtures.
A 3 year minimum warranty is required on poles.
Lights are anticipated to require replacement after
20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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LIGHTING
LIGHTING SECTION
PURPOSE
The street pole light shall be used to illuminate
portions of the park system, including streets, park
roads and trails.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Light fixtures shall be installed as a street or park
road light in areas not guided by historic light fixture
requirements or small area plan requirements.
Lighting in POS zoned properties requires a Special
Use Permit.
The standard light fixture is Hadco, Inc., R53, or City
approved equal.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
The globe/post top shall be Type V, clear stabilized
acrylic with a Victorian style roof.
No cage, band, or finial shall be installed.
The pole and fitter shall be finished with a black UV -
resistant catalyzed urethane coating.
Lights shall be mounted on fiberglass, fluted and
tapered decorative poles for post top lights.
Light poles/fixtures/luminaires shall be 14 feet total
height from finished grade and installed with an
anchor base.
The ornamental base cover shall be designed to
cover the anchor bolts in one or two pieces, be
vandal resistant and finished to match the post.
FEATURES
Light fixtures that require separate ballast boxes are
not permitted.
Post tops shall include full top reflectors and may
include a house side shield if warranted by the pole
location.
LED options may be installed with the approval
of the Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultural
Activities, and the Director of Transportation and
Environmental Services.
STREET POLE
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
INSTALLATION
Light poles shall be located so as not to be in conflict
with vegetation or plantings.
Lights shall be located a minimum of 3 feet from
the edge of all shared -use paths or pedestrian
walkways.
Light pole foundations shall be flush to finished
grade. Top of footing shall be sloped to shed water.
Connections installed beneath paving shall be
sleeved.
Installation work shall be performed in conformity
with USBC.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required on street
pole light fixtures.
A 3 year minimum warranty is required on poles.
Lights are anticipated to require replacement after
20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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PICNIC TABLE I ADA
PURPOSE
Accessible picnic tables shall be located in
designated areas of parks.
GENERAL INFORMATION
One wheelchair accessible table is required for every
four tables with a minimum of one per picnic area.
Table top area shall be a minimum 24 square feet.
The width of accessible seat openings shall be
between 2 feet -6 inches and 4 feet. These spaces
shall be located on the side or end of the table with
the appropriate clearance beneath the table.
The standard ADA compliant table is the Barco,
Apollo Picnic Table, model T9EBHDCPPSM, or City
approved equal.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Tables shall be constructed of a sturdy, durable metal
such as galvanized steel or other metals designed
for commercial and exterior use.
Metal finishing shall be a high-quality, permanently
affixed powder coating, preferably done through
a heat -finished process, or a high performance
thermoplastic finish.
Tables shall be dark green. Tables in Historic Districts
shall be black.
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints
and corners. Joint fasteners shall be imbedded or
sealed.
Materials and parts shall contain recycled materials.
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
FEATURES
Picnic tables are available in multiple configurations.
The standard is rectangular with side benches.
INSTALLATION
Tables shall be permanently surface mounted with
anchor bolts or consistent with the manufactures
recommended in -ground method.
Picnic tables shall be accessible by hard surface
paths.
The hard surface pad shall have a minimum 1% and
3% maximum cross slope, and provide 3 feet -4 inches
minimum clearance on all sides and 5 feet minimum
clearance on the ADA accessible side.
Tables shall be located in seasonal shade where
possible.
A trash/recycling can shall be located within 15 feet,
but 5 feet minimum from the picnic table.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Picnic tables are anticipated to require replacement
after 15 years of normal and ordinary use.
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Picnic tables shall be located in designated areas of
parks.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Tables shall be tip resistant.
Table design shall permit'walkthrough' access
The standard picnic tables is the Victor Stanley CM -
565 or City approved equal.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Tables shall be constructed of galvanized steel or
other durable metals designed for commercial and
exterior use.
Metal finishing shall be a high-quality, permanently
affixed powder coating done through a electrostatic
process, or high performance thermoplastic finish.
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints and
corners. Joint fasteners shall be imbedded or sealed
to avoid corrosion and personal injury.
Frame legs shall be 2 % inch minimum outside
diameter, 11 gauge tubular steel welded into a single
piece. Cross members shall be 1 '/s inch minimum
outside diameter tubular steel.
Frames shall be green. Tables in historic districts
shall be black.
Table tops and seats shall be extruded, UV resistant,
recycled high-density polyethylene. Color shall be
neutral or wood tone.
FEATURES
Picnic tables are available in multiple configurations;
the standard rectangle with side benches is
required.
Benches can be configured as an 8 feet long table
with 6 feet long benches for compliance with ADA.
STANDARD
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
Tables shall be surface mounted permanently with
anchor bolts, or consistent with the manufacture's
recommended in -ground method.
Picnic tables shall be accessible by hard surface
paths.
The hard surface pad shall have a minimum 1% cross
slope and provide a minimum of 3 feet -4 inches of
clearance on all sides and a minimum of 5 feet on
the ADA accessible side.
Tables shall be located in seasonal shade where
possible.
A trash/recycling can shall be located within 15 feet,
but 5 feet minimum from the picnic table.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Picnic tables are anticipated to require replacement
after 15 years of normal and ordinary use.
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RECEPTACLE I ASH/COAL
PURPOSE FEATURES
Ash/coal receptacles shall be provided at each park
grill for the safe and accessible disposal of ashes/
coals.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Parks allowing the use of grills shall provide one ash/
coal receptacle per grill.
The standard receptacle size is 10 gallon. The top of
the receptacle shall be 1 foot -6 inches minimum and
4 feet maximum vertical height.
Each receptacle shall include a lid.
Each lid and can shall be connected by a chain to
prevent theft.
Each receptacle shall be clearly marked with red
lettering indicating the specific use of the bin.
Related Standards: Grill.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
The receptacle and lid shall be 25 gauge minimum
galvanized steel, or other fire and heat retardant
material.
Steel chains shall be 3/,a inch welded, hot dipped
galvanized.
The receptacle, lids and chains shall be silver/gray
in color.
Material shall be of high strength, suitable for heavy
public use and exterior exposure.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
Heat -resistant metal scoops shall be provided at
each receptacle. Scoops shall be commercial grade
and include a chain or other method of securing to
the receptacle.
INSTALLATION
Ash/coal receptacles shall be secured to an in -ground
mounted pole with a secure chain. Poles shall be 2
'/z inches outside diameter with a galvanized finish.
Poles shall be 3 feet-6inches, and include a cap and
welded handle to accommodate locked chains for
the receptacle.
Poles shall be mounted in a 1 foot -6 inches minimum
diameter and 2 feet -6 inches minimum vertical depth
concrete footer. Top of footing shall be sloped to
shed water.
Bins shall be placed on a hardscape pad and
accessible by a hard surface path with a 3 feet -4
inches minimum horizontal width on the side
adjacent to the solid surface path.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required.
Receptacles are anticipated to require replacement
after 6 years of normal and ordinary use.
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RECEPTACLE
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Recycling receptacles shall be located adjacent to
activity centers, trail heads and other high -traffic
areas within and around parks/open space.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Recycling is mandated by the City of Alexandria
The standard recycling receptacle is the Victor
Stanley Ironsites model SD -42 (36 gallon) unit with
side -door in powder -coated blue steel (RAL5010), or
City approved equal.
The top band of recycling bins and lid shall be
marked with "Recycling" in white lettering.
Corresponding plastic interior liners shall be used in
all receptacles.
Related Standards: Receptacle I Ash/Coal,
Receptacle I Trash.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Receptacles shall be constructed of sturdy, durable
metal such as galvanized steel, ductile cast iron or
other metals designed for commercial and exterior
use.
Metal finishing shall be of high-quality, permanently
affixed powder coating, done through a heat -
finished process.
FEATURES
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints
and corners. Joint fasteners shall be imbedded or
sealed.
Hinges, latches and moving parts shall be weather
resistant and oiled at the time of purchase.
Receptacles shall contain a minimum of 70% post
consumer recycled steel.
RECYCLING
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
Receptacles shall be affixed to hard surfaces
consistent with manufacturer recommendations.
A hard surfaceof 3 feet -4 inches by 3 feet -4 inches
minimum accessible area shall be provided adjacent
to accessible paths.
Receptacles shall be no taller, or mounted higher,
than 4 feet above adjacent grade at the tallest point
of the unit.
Placement of the receptacles shall not inhibit the
monitoring or emptying of the contents.
The manufacturer's recommendations shall be
followed to ensure the receptacles are installed
level.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Receptacles are anticipated to require replacement
after 20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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RECEPTACLE
PURPOSE
Trash receptacles shall be located adjacent to activity
centers, trail heads and other high -traffic areas within
and around parks/open space.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Trash shall be contained in a durable metal, covered
receptacle.
The City standard trash receptacles are Victor
Stanley Ironsites model SD -42 (36 gallon) unit with
side -door in powder -coated black steel (RAL9005),
or City approved equal. The 'dome -top' style lid in
black is required.
Corresponding plastic interior liners shall be used.
Recycling is mandated bythe City of Alexandria. See
"Recycling Receptacle" for appropriate container.
Related Standards: Receptacle I Ash/Coal,
Receptacle I Recycling.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Receptacles shall be constructed of sturdy, durable
metal such as galvanized steel, ductile cast iron or
other metals designed for commercial and exterior
use.
Metal finishing shall be of high-quality, permanently
affixed powder coating, done through a heat -
finished process.
Black is the required color for trash receptacles
Metal products shall have smooth welds, joints
and corners. Joint fasteners shall be imbedded or
sealed.
Hinges, latches and moving parts shall be weather
resistant and oiled at the time of purchase.
Receptacles shall contain a minimum of 70% post
consumer recycled steel.
INSTALLATION
TRASH
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
Receptacles shall be affixed to hard surfaces
consistent with manufacturer recommendations.
A hard surfaceof 3 feet -4 inches by 3 feet -4 inches
minimum accessible area shall be provided adjacent
to accessible paths.
Receptacles shall be no taller, or mounted higher,
than 4 feet above adjacent grade at the tallest point
of the unit.
Placement of the receptacles shall not inhibit the
monitoring or emptying of the contents.
The manufacturer's recommendations shall be
followed to ensure the receptacles are installed
level.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Receptacles are anticipated to require replacement
after 20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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PURPOSE
Pre -fabricated wheel stops shall be installed at
vehicular parking areas located within park facilities.
Wheel stops shall be used to define edges of parking
spaces and to prevent vehicle encroachment.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The standard product is Barco Brand Premium Color
Plastic Wheel Stop (WHLSTP) yellow color, 6 feet in
length and 4 inches minimum vertical height, or City
approved equal.
In historic districts or on historic properties, wheel
stops shall be pre -fabricated concrete or gray in
color.
One wheel stop shall be provided for each
designated parking space. Wheel stop shall be
located 3 feet minimum horizontal distance from the
adjacent walkway/path.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Wheel stops shall be made of durable materials
such as high density polyethylene, rubber/synthetic
composites or precast concrete.
Wheel stops shall contain recycled materials.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
WHEEL STOP
CHAPTER 2: SITE FURNISHINGS
INSTALLATION
Install wheel stops consistent with manufacturer's
recommendations.
Wheel stops shall be installed on asphalt or other
hard surface.
When installed in parking areas of compacted
stone or other loose material, wheel stops shall be
mounted on solid leveling pads at finish grade, with
rebar spikes secured into subgrade.
Stops shall be secured with a minimum of 3 rebar
spikes sunk into pavement and subgrade, consistent
with manufacturer recommendations.
Installation of wheel stops shall not impede access
of wheelchairs or other mobility devices through
parking lots or to pathways.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required.
Wheel stops are anticipated to require replacement
after 10 years of normal and ordinary use.
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CHAPTER3
FENCES AND WALLS
Fence Backstop
Fence Chain Link
Fence Metal
Fence Netting System
Fence Paddock
Fencel Post Anchoring Systems
Fence Solid Wood Board
Fence Temporary Installations
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PURPOSE
Backstops shall be used to separate athletic activities
and surrounding areas.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Backstops shall be permanent, hooded, and flared/
winged structures installed on diamond fields.
Backstop dimensions include 16 feet minimum
horizontal wings (each), 20 feet minimum horizontal
center panel, 12 feet minimum vertical height
fence at the wings and rear of the hood and 20 feet
minimum vertical height clearance at the front of the
hood.
Related Standards: Field Diagram I Baseball, Field
Diagram I Softball, Track/Warning Track, Infield Mix.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Backstop chain link fabric mesh shall have a core wire
diameter of 9 gauge for the wings and hood. Fabric
mesh shall have a core wire diameter of 6 gauge for
the center panels. The diamond mesh shall be 2 inch
opening throughout, without knots or ties except
as knuckling on the top and bottom of the fabric.
Backstops shall include bottom rails.
Fabric shall be matte woodland/dark green in color.
Within historic districts fabric shall be matte black
in color.
Chain link fabric shall be PVC coated, Class 2b,
thermally fused and bonded.
Backstop posts shall be 6 inches outside diameter,
Schedule 40. Hood frame rails shall be 2 inches
outside diameter.
Fence panels over 6 feet in vertical height shall
have a middle rail. Mid-rails/braces shall be 1 5/a inch
outside diameter.
Backstops shall include 'kick boards' on the center
panels. Kick boards shall be 1 foot -4 inch vertical
height, 3/a inch thick plywood the length of the center
panels. Kick boards shall be primed and painted to
match the fence.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
FENCE BACKSTOP
CHAPTER 3: FENCE AND WALLS
INSTALLATION
Fence posts and supports shall be located outside
the field of play for athletic facilities.
Posts shall be permanently mounted in concrete
footings. Top of footing shall be sloped to shed
water.
Footings shall be installed flush to adjacent finished
grade.
Footings and supports shall be designed and sealed
by a professional engineer.
Knuckling of fence fabric shall be 1 '/z to 2 inches
vertical height above the surrounding finish grade.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required on metal
framework.
Kickboards are anticipated to require replacement
after 4 years of normal and ordinary use.
Backstop structures are anticipated to require
replacement after 15-20 years of normal and
ordinary use.
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FENCE
PURPOSE
Chain link fences shall be used to separate athletic
fields, ball courts, playgrounds and active recreation
play areas from adjacent uses, and to secure property
boundaries.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Fences shall be 3 feet -6 inches maximum height
(playground and use -separation fences), 6 feet (field
perimeters), or 12 feet (ball courts). A Special Use
Permit is required for fences exceeding 6 feet in
height. Additional temporary netting shall be 15
feet maximum vertical height from adjacent grade
without a Special Use Permit.
Fenced park areas greater than one half acre shall
have two entry points minimum.
Fences shall not prevent movement of wheelchairs
and other devices along accessible paths.
Pedestrian entrances shall be 4 feet minimum
horizontal width.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Chain link fences shall be matte woodland/dark
green in color. Within historic districts, chain link
fences shall be matte black in color.
Chain link fabric shall be PVC coated, Class 2b,
thermally fused and bonded.
Chain link fabric shall have a core wire diameter of 9
gauge. The diamond mesh shall be 2 inches without
knots or ties, except as knuckling on the top and
bottom of the fabric.
Fence end and corner posts shall be 6 inches outside
diameter. Line posts shall be 2 '/z inches outside
diameter. Rails/braces shall be 1 % inch outside
diameter.
Chain link fence shall include a top and bottom rail.
Fences over 6 feet in vertical height shall include a
middle rail.
FEATURES
CHAIN LINK
CHAPTER 3: FENCE AND WALLS
Fences surrounding diamond field outfields shall
use a "Poly -Cap" system on the top rail.
Gates shall have a lockable fork latch, with a cane
rod on double gates. Gates shall include a 2 foot
horizontal width threshold the full length of the gate
and adjacent posts.
Pedestrian gates shall be single gates 4 feet mini-
mum horizontal width. Gate hinges shall be attached
to gate posts via clamps and pins that ensure hinges
do not rotate on the post.
Maintenance access gates shall be double gates a
total of 16 feet horizontal width. Width variations
shall be approved by the Director of Recreation,
Parks and Cultural Activities. Gate hinges shall be at-
tached to gate posts via clamps and pins that ensure
hinges do not rotate on the post.
Dog parks shall include double entrance gates.
INSTALLATION
Fence posts and supports shall be located outside
the field of play for athletic facilities.
Fences shall be permanently mounted into concrete
footings, 1 foot -6 inches minimum diameter, 2 feet -
6 inches minimum depth. Top of footing shall be
sloped to shed water.
Footings shall be installed flush to adjacent finish
grade.
Fence fabric knuckling shall be installed 1 '/z to 2
inches vertical height above surrounding finish
grade.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required.
Chain link is anticipated to require replacement
after 15-20 years of normal and ordinary use.
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PURPOSE
Metal fencing shall be used in historic districts and
special conditions of park use.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Fences shall be 6 feet maximum vertical height. A
Special Use Permit is required for fences exceeding
6 feet in height.
Fences shall be 3 feet -6 inches minimum vertical
height where installed for use -separation.
Fences shall not prevent movement of wheelchairs
and other devices along accessible paths.
Pedestrian entrances shall be 4 feet minimum
horizontal width.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Metal fences shall be black in color.
Fencing shall consist of 2 '/2 inch square line posts
with a 14 gauge wall thickness, constructed of steel
or other durable metal designed for exterior use.
Pickets shall be 3/4 inch solid bars constructed of steel
or other durable metal designed for exterior use.
Corner and terminal posts shat l be square steel tubing
3 inches square, with a 3/b inch wall thickness.
FEATURES
Decorative post caps shall include a newell post ball
cap sized to fit post top.
Fences shall include ornamental steel rings at a
dimension of 3 % inches outside dimension or sized
to fit picket spacing.
Access gates shall include a lockable fork latch.
Double gates shall include a cane rod. Gates shall
include diagonal bracing.
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June 01, 2012
FENCE I METAL
CHAPTER 3: FENCE AND WALLS
INSTALLATION
Shop drawings for fabrication are required to be
approved by the Director of Recreation, Parks and
Cultural Activities.
Fences shall be permanently mounted in concrete
footings.
Footings shall be installed flush to adjacent finish
grade. Top of footing shall be sloped to shed water.
Bottom of pickets shall be installed 1 '/2 to 2 inches
vertical height from the surrounding finish grade.
Fence panels shall step panel -to -panel, not slope,
with the topography of the site.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Metal fencing is anticipated to require replacement
after 20-30 years of normal and ordinary use.
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FENCE NETTING SYSTEM
CHAPTER 3: FENCE AND WALLS
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Stationary field netting systems shall be used as
temporary or permanent flexible barriers to enhance
separation of athletic fields, ball courts, playgrounds
and active recreation play areas from adjacent uses.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Temporary netting shall be 15 feet maximum vertical
height from adjacent grade without a Special Use
Permit.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Field netting shall be #36 knotted black nylon.
Strands shall have a 200 pound minimum breaking
strength.
Netting system shall include 4 inch outside diameter
posts. Total post height of the netting and fence shall
be 15 feet from adjacent finish grade. Posts shall be
spaced 20 feet on -center.
Netting system shall include a top cable connected
to each pole, and include adjustable turnbuckles on
individual cable runs.
Netting fabric shall include grommets attached via
metal clips to the cable and fence at intervals of 1
foot -6 inches on -center continuous. The fabric shall
be attached to the poles by nylon lacing twine.
Strands shall have a 200 pound minimum breaking
strength.
FEATURES
Netting system may be installed in absence of a
corresponding metal frame. This system requires
provision of a top and bottom cable system. The
bottom cable system shall be installed 2 vertical
inches above the surrounding finish grade.
Netting system posts shall be permanently mounted
into concrete footings. Top of footing shall be sloped
to shed water.
Footings shall be installed flush to surrounding
grade.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 3 year minimum warranty is required.
Netting is anticipated to require replacement after
5 years of normal and ordinary wear.
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F2 FENCE I NETTING SYSTEM June 01, 2012
PURPOSE
Paddock fence shall be used on sites with historic
context.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Paddock fence shall be constructed of vertical posts
supporting two horizontal rails.
Paddock fence shall be 3 feet -6 inches maximum
vertical height from post top to adjacent finished
grade
Fences shall not prevent movement of wheelchairs
and other devices along accessible paths.
Pedestrian entrances shall be 4 feet minimum
horizontal width.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Lumber materials shall be pressure -treated redwood
or similar wood.
Pressure -treated lumber shall not be treated with
Chromated Copper Arsenate (CCA).
Pressure -treated lumber shall be Alkaline Copper
Quaternary (ACQ) or Copper Borate Azole (CA)
type.
Where Alkaline Copper Quaternary (ACQ) lumber
is used, fasteners shall be galvanized or stainless
steel.
Posts shall be 4 inches by 4 inches. Rails shall
be 4 inches by 4 inches, taper splits (nominal
dimensions).
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
FENCEI PADDOCK
CHAPTER 3: FENCE AND WALLS
INSTALLATION
Fences shall be permanently mounted in concrete
footings. Footing shall be 1 foot -6 inches minimum
diameter, and 2 feet -6 inches minimum depth.
Footings shall be flush to adjacent finish grade. Top
of footing shall be sloped to shed water.
Fences shall permit view of parks and activity centers
from the public right-of-way.
Fences shall step, not slope, with the topography of
the site.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required.
Paddock fence is anticipated to require
replacement after 10 years of normal and ordinary
wear.
Paddock fence
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FENCE POST ANCHORING SYSTEMS
CHAPTER 3: FENCE AND WALLS
PURPOSE FEATURES
A fence post anchoring system shall be used for
retaining and landscape walls where a fence or rail
is required.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Walls 2 vertical feet in height from adjacent finish
grade require a fence or rail.
The standard post system is the SLEEVE -IT System
by Strata Systems, utilizing the cantilever design, or
City approved equal.
Related Standards: Walls I Cellular Retaining, Walls
Segmental Retaining , Fence I Chain Link.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Cantilever grid system shall be approximately 2 feet
wide by 3 feet horizontal distance from the fence
post.
Sleeve system shall be plastic, and integrated with
the cantilevered mesh.
Sleeve and post footing top shall be flush to finish
grade or hidden from view.
Sleeve lids/covers shall be installed during
construction and prior to installation of the fence
post and footing.
INSTALLATION
Install system in coordination with retaining wall or
landscape wall construction.
Install system, including fence post and fence post
footing, per fence manufacturer's recommendations
and as coordinated with wall reinforcing.
Washed stone millings shall be installed between
the back of wall cap to 6 inches on the opposite side
of the fence fabric. Stone millings shall be 4 inches
minimum vertical depth and placed over continuous
underlayment of filter fabric.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required.
Fence post anchoring systems shall require
replacement at the time of wall reconstruction.
Fence post anchoring system for walls
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June 01, 2012
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F2 FENCE I POST ANCHORING SYSTEMS June 01, 2012
FENCE TEMPORARY INSTALLATIONS
CHAPTER 3: FENCE AND WALLS
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Temporary fencing shall be used to separate Temporary fencing must be secured according to
temporary hazardous conditions, control pedestrian manufacturer's recommendations, including post
traffic flow, identify boundaries, and address other installation and attachment.
short-term control needs.
Fencing shall close on itself or return around an end
post to create a finished end suitable for adjacent
GENERAL INFORMATION traffic.
Fence height shall be 2 vertical feet minimum to 6
vertical feet maximum, including above -grade posts
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
and fabric.
The standard temporary fences are Duro Fence A 5 year minimum warranty is required.
manufactured by E.C. Shephard Company, and Temporary fence is anticipated to be recycled after
Deer Fence by Benner's Gardens, or City approved 10 uses.
equal.
Fences shall not prevent movement of wheelchairs
and other devices along accessible paths.
Fence openings shall be 4 feet minimum horizontal
dimension.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Fences shall be black in color.
Temporary fencing shall be constructed of welded
wire construction or polypropylene plastic mesh.
Wire mesh shall be coated with durable PVC,
thermally fused and bonded.
Wire mesh shall be 3/s inch thick with openings 4
inches by 2 inches.
Polypropylene plastic mesh openings shall be 1 3/a
inch square.
Polypropylene plastic shall be UV resistant.
Fence components shall be corrosion resistant.
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FENCE I TEMPORARY INSTALLATIONS
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F2 FENCE I TEMPORARY INSTALLATIONS June 01, 2012
FENCE
PURPOSE
Solid board fences shall be used to create a physical/
visual barrier between properties.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Solid board fences shall be 6 feet maximum vertical
height.
Solid board fences shall consist of 4 inch by 1 inch
or 6 inch by 1 inch (nominal dimensions) mounted
perpendicular to finish grade. Provide horizontal
rails continuous; top, middle, and bottom.
Board to board spacing shall not exceed 1/8 inch.
Support posts shall be 6 inch by 6 inch (nominal
sizes) square posts throughout.
Gates shall not be installed in solid board fencing.
Fences shall not prevent movement of wheelchairs
and other mobility devices along accessible paths.
Pedestrian fence openings shall be 4 feet minimum
horizontal dimension.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Lumber materials shall be pressure -treated redwood
or similar wood.
Metal fence fasteners/materials shall be galvanized
steel or aluminum treated for exterior, commercial
use.
Pressure -treated lumber shall not be treated with
Chromated Copper Arsenate (CCA).
Pressure -treated lumber shall be Alkaline Copper
Quaternary (ACQ) or Copper Borate Azole (CA)
type.
When Alkaline Copper Quaternary (ACQ) lumber
is used, fasteners shall be galvanized or stainless
steel.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
SOLID WOODBOARD
CHAPTER 3: FENCE AND WALLS
Post tops shall be finished with a metal cap sized to
fit the post top.
Fences shall not have decorative lattice or other
patterns.
INSTALLATION
Fences shall be permanently mounted into concrete
footings 1 foot -6 inches minimum diameter, 2 feet -6
inches minimum depth. Top of footing shall be
sloped to shed water.
Footings shall be flush to surrounding finish grade.
Fences shall not completely obstruct the view of
parks and activity centers from the public right-of-
way.
Board bottoms shall be at least 1 '/z to 2 inches
vertical height from the surrounding finish grade.
Fences shall step, not slope, with the topography of
the site.
When used to identify or mark property boundaries,
the property lines shall be surveyed and verified
prior to installation.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required.
Solid board fences are anticipated to require
replacement after 10 years of normal and ordinary
wear.
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WALLS CELLULARRETAINING
CHAPTER 3: FENCE AND WALLS
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Cellular confinement retaining walls shall be used in
locations to retain grade where establishment of a
vegetated natural slope is desired.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Retaining walls more than 2 feet vertical height
require a City of Alexandria building permit.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Cellular confinement system shall consist of a high
density polyethylene sheet strip assembly cell
which forms a flexible, 3-dimensional system when
expanded. Approximate collapsed dimensions shall
be 11 inches by 5 inches by 8 inches or 6 inches.
Approximate expanded dimensions shall be 8 inches
by 20 inches by 8 inches or 6 inches. Individual cell
wall thickness shall be 0.047 inches minimum.
Back cells shall be filled with manufacturer approved
materials. Front cells shall be filled consistent
throughout with growing media and plants. Planting
mix and growing media shall be approved by the
Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
Reinforcing materials shall be installed per the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Polyethylene color shall be tan.
FEATURES
Walls 2 vertical feet and higher shall be combined
with a rail/fence system.
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June 01, 2012
Walls shall be installed on prepared leveling base
consistent with manufacturer's recommendations for
the base materials and details.
A minimum of two courses of cells shall be installed
below finish grade.
Install drainage materials, anchoring and reinforcing
as required by the wall design.
Walls shall be inspected by the appropriate
permitting authority and certified by the installer.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Cellular retaining walls are anticipated to require
replacement after 40-50 years or more of normal
and ordinary wear.
Cellular retaining wall construction
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WALLS SEGMENTALRETAINING
CHAPTER 3: FENCE AND WALLS
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Segmental retaining walls shall be used in locations
requiring grade retention.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Retaining walls greater than 2 feet vertical height
require a City of Alexandria building permit.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Segmental retaining walls shall be constructed of
concrete units, with a secure connection between
courses.
Walls shall be graffiti resistant or be finished with a
graffiti resistant coating.
FEATURES
Segmental wall unit faces shall be straight or split.
Walls shall have a cap course of matching finish,
color and material.
Unit blocks shall be a neutral color.
Provide finished edges on all exposed sides of
corner units.
Walls greater than 2 feet vertical height shall be
combined with a rail/fence system.
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June 01, 2012
Walls shall be installed on prepared subgrade, base
materials and foundation as recommended by the
manufacturer.
A minimum of two courses of block shall be installed
below finish grade.
Install drainage materials and reinforcing as required
by the wall design and height.
Walls shall be inspected by the City of Alexandria
and certified by the installer.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 3 year minimum warranty is required.
Segmental retaining walls are anticipated to require
replacement after 40 years or more of normal and
ordinary wear.
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F2 WALLS I SEGMENTAL RETAINING June 01, 2012
CHAPTER 4
SURFACING
Aggregates
Asphalt Pedestrian
Asphalt Vehicular
Concrete Pedestrian
Concrete Vehicular
Court Surfacing Color Coat
Infield Mix
Safety Surfacing Engineered Wood Fiber
Safety Surfacing Poured in Place Rubber
Safety Surfacing Rubber Tile System
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PURPOSE
Aggregates shall be used as a porous surface for
pedestrian and vehicular use.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Aggregate shall be tested according to ASTM
standards including particle size, standard proctor
potential and sieve analysis.
Material shall have a containment edge or border.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Materials shall be washed processed aggregate.
Acceptable aggregates include washed gravel fines,
such as #10 stone for pedestrian use, and #57 gravel
for vehicular use.
Material shall be clean and free of organic
materials.
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June 01, 2012
AGGREGATES
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
INSTALLATION
Aggregates shall be installed on non -woven
geotextile filter fabric over compacted subgrade.
Prior to installation, subgrade shall be consistent in
grade and free of weeds, trash and other debris.
Finer aggregates shall be compacted with a vibrating
plate.
#10 stone shall be installed at 4 inches minimum
vertical depth.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Aggregates are anticipated to require annual
replacement based on normal and ordinary use.
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ASPHALT PEDESTRIAN
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
PURPOSE FEATURES
Asphalt paving materials shall be provided for non-
vehicular circulation where a smooth and a joint free
surface is desired.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Asphalt material shall be dense, hot -laid and plant -
mixed.
Materials shall meet ASTM standards for asphalt
cement and aggregates.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Asphalt paving sections for pedestrian traffic may
typically include 2 inches of asphalt on top of 6
inches of crushed stone, over subgrade compacted
to 95% proctor density.
Asphalt surface shall be smooth, continuous and
free of pulls, tears and deflections.
Paving strips shall be 10 feet horizontal dimension
minimum, or full width of the travelway.
Paving shall be flush to adjacent grade.
Design mixes shall be appropriate for project
conditions, weather, test results and materials.
Striping shall meet the requirements of Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Standards,
and shall be retroreflective thermoplastic.
Asphalt paths shall include a 6 inch wide concrete
shoring band.
21 B material may include an underdrain dependant
upon the geotechnical analysis and soil conditions.
Accessible paved areas shall be graded at 1.5%
minimum to 4.5% maximum, with a 2% cross slope.
Stamped asphalt patterns shall be approved by the
Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities
andthe Director of Transportation and Environmental
Services.
Pavement surface may be crowned in the middle
or sloped to one side. Valley drainage shall not be
permitted.
Bicycle and multi -use trails require a 10feet minimum
pavement width. Pedestrian trails require a 6 feet
minimum pavement width.
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June 01, 2012 ASPHALT I PEDESTRIAN 01
ASPHALT
INSTALLATION
PEDESTRIAN
Geotechnical analysis is required to establish a
pavement section.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Pavement is anticipated to require replacement
after 15-20 years of normal maintenance and
ordinary use.
Pedestrian use application
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F2 ASPHALT I PEDESTRIAN June 01, 2012
ASPHALT
PURPOSE
Asphalt paving materials shall be provided for
exterior vehicular circulation and staging where a
smooth and a joint free surface is desired.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Asphalt material shall be dense, hot -laid and plant
mix.
Materials shall meet ASTM standards for asphalt
cement and aggregates.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
FEATURES
VEHICULAR
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
Striping shall meet the requirements of Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Standards
and shall be retroreflective thermoplastic.
Asphalt paving shall include a 6 inch wide concrete
shoring band.
Accessible paved areas shall be graded at 1.5%
minimum to 4.5% maximum, with a 1.5% cross
slope.
Stamped asphalt patterns shall be approved by the
Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities
andthe Director of Transportation and Environmental
Services.
Asphalt paving sections shall be designed by a
licensed geotechnical/professional engineer. INSTALLATION
The thickness of sub -base, base, and wearing course
shall be designed using "California Method" as set
forth on page 3-76 of the second edition of "Data
Book for Civil Engineers, Volume One, Design" by
Elwyn E. Seelye.
Values of California Bearing Ratios used in the design
shall be determined by field and/or laboratory
tests.
Asphalt surface shall be smooth, continuous and
free of pulls, tears and deflections.
Paving strips shall be 10 feet horizontal dimension
minimum.
Paving shall be flush to adjacent grade.
Design mixes shall be appropriate for project
conditions, weather, test results and materials.
Asphalt shall be installed by trained and certified
crews
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Pavement is anticipated to require replacement
after 15-20 years of normal maintenance and
ordinary use.
Vehicular use application
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CONCRETE PEDESTRIAN
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Concrete paving materials shall be provided for non Concrete pavement shaIIbedesignedwithexpansion
vehicular circulation where a rigid system is desired. and troweled or saw -cut control joints.
Control joints on concrete curbs 6 inches wide or
GENERAL INFORMATION less shall be saw cut.
Concrete materials including Portland cement, Forms and form release agents shall be appropriate
admixtures, aggregates and reinforcement shall to the concrete mix and finish, and shall not impair
comply with ASTM C-150 standards for Type I subsequent treatment of the concrete surfaces.
concrete.
Concrete pavement shall be designed with 2%
minimum to 4.5% maximum slope, with a 1.5% cross
MATERIALS AND FINISH slope.
Design mixes shall be appropriate for project
conditions, weather, site test results and materials.
Exterior concrete pavement shall be finished with a
light broom finish perpendicular to travel direction
unless otherwise specified.
Concrete shall be tested for compressive strength,
slump and air content.
FEATURES
Reinforcement shall be included as determined by
the design engineer for strength. Reinforcement
shall be synthetic fiberglass material.
Concrete pavement may include lamp black pigment
per District of Columbia standards.
Concrete pavement may include integral color
throughout the entire pavement section or
decorative aggregate as determined by the Director
of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
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June 01, 2012
The temperature of new concrete shall not be
allowed to fall below 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10
degrees Celsius) during the curing period.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Pavement is anticipated to require replacement
after 20-30 years of normal and ordinary use with
regular maintenance.
Pedestrian use concrete
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CONCRETE VEHICULAR
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Concrete paving materials shall be installed for
vehicular circulation and staging where a rigid
system is desired.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Concrete materials including Portland cement,
admixtures, aggregates and reinforcement shall
comply with ASTM C-150 standards for Type I
concrete.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Concrete pavement shall be designed with expansion
or saw -cut control joints per industry standards.
Forms and form release agents shall be appropriate
to the concrete mix and finish and shall not impair
subsequent treatment of the concrete surfaces.
Concrete pavement shall be designed with 2%
minimum to 4.5% maximum slope, with a 1.5% cross
slope.
The temperature of new concrete shall not be
allowed to fall below 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10
degrees Celsius) during the curing period.
Concrete paving sections shall be designed by a
licensed geotechnical/professional engineer. LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Design mixes shall be appropriate for project
conditions, weather, site test results and materials.
Exterior concrete pavement shall be finished with a
medium broom finish unless otherwise specified.
Concrete shall be tested for compressive strength,
slump and air content.
FEATURES
Steel reinforcement shall be included as determined
by the engineer for strength. Rebar and welded wire
fabric shall meet ASTM standards.
Concrete pavement may include lamp black pigment
per District of Columbia standards.
Concrete pavement may include integral color
throughout the entire pavement section or
decorative aggregate as determined by the Director
of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
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June 01, 2012
Pavement is anticipated to require replacement
after 20-30 years of normal and ordinary use with
regular maintenance.
Vehicular use concrete
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COURT SURFACING COLOR COAT
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Tennis, basketball and multi-purpose courts shall be Court surfacing shall be installed by trained and
finished with textured slip resistant surfacing. certified crews. Color coating shall be performed
by professionals with 5 years minimum experience
installing color coating.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Courts shall be installed to drain end-to-end at a 1%
Surfacing material and lining shall meet United slope.
States Tennis Association standards and National
Federation of State High School Associations. Surfacing shall not pond or hold water.
Related Standards: Court Diagram I Tennis, Court
Diagram I Basketball. LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Color coating is anticipated to require re -
MATERIALS AND FINISH application after 5 years of normal and ordinary use.
Courts shall be installed on a base course consisting
of 4 inches minimum vertical depth VDOT 21 b stone,
compacted to 95% proctor density.
Surfacing shall be a hot mix asphalt with 9.5mm
aggregate size.
Surfacing shall be full depth asphalt with 3 inches
minimum vertical depth.
Paving strips shall be 10 feet minimum horizontal
width.
Primers or resurfacers shall be used to fill and
seal the asphalt. Air pockets, holes, cracks,
seams, depressions and other blemishes are not
acceptable.
Color coating shall consist of a mix of 100% acrylic
resins, water, sand and Portland cement.
Color coating shall be a minimum of two coats.
Lines shall have solid, consistent, sharp edges and
corners.
FEATURES
The standard colors are US Green and Dark Green,
with white lines.
Tennis courts shall be lined for both singles and
doubles play.
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June 01, 2012
Ball court color coating
COLOR COAT MIX
ASPHALT COURSE
COMPACTED AGGREGATE
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PURPOSE
Infield mix shall be provided for safe athletic play at
diamond ball fields.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Mix shall be tested according to ASTM standards
including particle size, standard proctor and sieve
analysis.
Mix shall comply with the National Federation of
State High Schools or other governing authority.
Soil stabilizers or other additives shall be approved
by the Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultural
Activities.
Mix shall be free of organic matter.
Related Standards: Field Diagrams I Baseball, Field
Diagrams I Softball, Fenced Backstop, Fence I Chain
Link.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
The soil classification range shall be: Sand (2.0-
0.05mm) 65-70%, Silt (0.05-0.002mm) 15-20%, and
Clay (less than 0.002) 10-15%.
USDA soil classification shall be Sandy Loam.
Moisture Rate shall be between 14-17%.
Mix shall be installed at least 4 inches in depth.
Color shall be Red/Brown.
FEATURES
Mix may include a calcified clay conditioner.
Preferred: one metric or unit ton of calcified clay
conditioner per 20-25 tons of infield mix.
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June 01, 2012
INFIELD MIX
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
INSTALLATION
Prior to installation, existing subgrade shall be
consistent in grade and free of weeds, trash and
other debris.
Infield shall be crowned from the middle equally on
all sides.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Infield mix is anticipated to require replacement
annually based on normal and ordinary use.
Infield mix
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ENGINEERED WOODFIBER
SAFETY SURFACING SECTION CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Engineered wood fiber shall be used on a limited
basis with approval by the Director of Recreation,
Parks and Cultural Activities. This material shall
be used in outdoor playgrounds and areas where
an impact absorbing surface is desired at current
facilities. Surface is not recommended for new
facilities.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Safety surfacing shall meet or exceed the most
current ASTM and CPSC safety standards for public
playgrounds.
Surfacesshall be International Playground Equipment
Manufacturers Association certified or equivalent.
Surfacing shall be ADA compliant.
Safety surfacing shall be installed with a subsurface
drainage system.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Wood fiber pieces shall be comprised of Virginia
softwood or hardwoods that do not exceed 1 '/z
inches in length.
Material shall be non-toxic. Chemicals, additives,
recycled wood products, wood pallets or waste
wood are not permitted.
Material shall be free of soil, leaves, bark and twigs.
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Prior to installation, existing subgrade shall be
consistent in grade and free of weeds, trash, and
other debris.
Install material according to depths specified by the
manufacturer and CPSC guidelines.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year limited warranty is required.
Engineered wood fiber is anticipated to require
replenishment annually based on normal and
ordinary use.
Engineered wood fiber
ENGINEERED WOOD FIBER
GEOTExTILE FILTER FABRIC
CRUSHED GRAVEL SUBBASE
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SAFETY SURFACING SECTION CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Poured in place rubber shall be used in outdoor Coordinate installation with play equipment.
playgrounds and areas where an impact absorbing
Ensure subgrades are properly draining.
surface is desired.
Safety surfacing shall be installed with an adequate
GENERAL INFORMATION subsurface drainage system.
Safety surfacing shall meet or exceed the most Installation shall be performed by qualified
current ASTM and CPSC safety standards for public professional with 5 years minimum experience
playgrounds. installing poured in place rubber.
Surfacesshall be International Playground Equipment After installation, surfacing shall be Gmax tested
Manufacturers Association certified or equivalent. according to ASTM standards by a qualified third
party.
Surfacing shall be ADA compliant.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Surface materials shall be manufactured from
recycled tires and rubber materials.
Binders shall be 'aliphatic' 100% polyurethane with
UV stabilizers.
Safety surfacing shall have a containment border
constructed from concrete, wood timbers, or other
approved material. Containment borders shall be
wide enough to protect surfacing from mowing and
other maintenance equipment.
Compacted gravel is the preferred sub -base
material. Concrete or asphalt shall be used for poor
or unstable soils. Gravel shall be 8 inches minimum
vertical depth.
Minimize use of light or bright colors. Colors ratios
should incorporate between 40%-60% black ethylene
propylene diene monomer (EPDM).
Surfacing shall be a two layer system consisting of
EPDM and styrene butadiene rubber (SBR).
EPDM shall have 1/4 inch minimum vertical depth.
SBR shall have a 3 inch minimum vertical depth or
greater in compliance with CPSC and ASTM fall
heights for adjacent equipment.
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LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year limited warranty is required.
Poured in place rubber is anticipated to require
replacement after 10 years based on normal and
ordinary use.
Poured in place rubber surfacing
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RUBBERTILE SYSTEM
SAFETY SURFACING SECTION
PURPOSE
Rubber tiles shall be used for outdoor playgrounds
and areas where an impact absorbing surface is
needed.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Safety surfacing shall meet or exceed the most
current ASTM and CPSC safety standards for public
playgrounds.
Surfacesshall be International Playground Equipment
Manufacturers Association certified or equivalent.
Surfacing shall be ADA compliant.
Safety surfacing shall be installed with an adequate
subsurface drainage system.
The standard interlocking tile system is " SofTILE
KrosLOCK" manufactured by SofSurfaces, Inc., or
City approved equal.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Tile thickness shall be 3 inches minimum, or greater
in compliance with CPSC and ASTM standard.
Tile weight shall be 25.85 pounds minimum, based
on tile dimensions of 2 feet by 2 feet.
Tiles shall have a concrete containment border.
Tiles shall be installed on concrete or asphalt.
Minimize use of light or bright colors. Colors ratios
should incorporate between 40%-60% black ethylene
propylene diene monomer.
INSTALLATION
Follow manufacturer installation recommendations.
Installation shall be performed by qualified
professional with 5 years minimum experience
installing rubber safety tiles.
Install material according to manufacturer
recommended depths and CPSC guidelines.
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June 01, 2012
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
After installation, surfacing shall be Gmax tested
according to ASTM standards by a qualified third
party.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
An 8 year minimum warranty is required.
Rubber tile systems are anticipated to require
replacement after 15 years based on normal and
ordinary use.
Rubber tile system
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SAND MIXES I VOLLEYBALL
PURPOSE
Sand mixes shall be provided for safe athletic play at
outdoor volleyball facilities.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Volleyball sand shall be contained with a concrete
border or other containment system approved by the
Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
A subsurface drainage system shall be provided.
USDA soil classification analysis shall be provided.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Volleyball sand shall be high quality sand, fast
draining, free of shells, rocks and other debris. Sand
shall have low clay content.
Volleyball sand shall be 1 foot minimum continuous
vertical depth.
INSTALLATION
Prior to installation, existing subgrade shall be
consistent in grade and free of weeds, trash and
other debris.
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LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Sand is anticipated to require replacement annually
based on normal and ordinary use.
Outdoor volleyball court
SAND MIX
GEOTEXTILE FILTER FABRIC
CRUSHED GRAVEL SUBBASE
GEOTEXTILE FILTER FABRIC
WED SUBSURFACE DRAINAGE SYSTEM
EXISTING SUBGRADE
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SYNTHETIC INFILLTURF SYSTEM
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Synthetic infill turf systems shall be provided where
all weather facilities are desired.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Synthetic infill turf systems shall comply with all
ASTM rules and regulations for play surfaces.
Vendors/manufacturers and products approved on
the most current City prequalified synthetic infill turf
system field list shall be considered for use.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Synthetic infill turf shall be extruded monofilament
polyethylene fiber.
Fiber pile weight shall be 36 ounces/square yard
minimum, and pile height shall be 2 '/a inches
minimum vertical height.
Infill system shall consistofresilient styrene butadiene
rubber (SBR) or ethylene propylene Bien polimerisat
(EPDM) crumb rubber granules. Infill systems shall
be 100% rubber. Sand mixes are not permitted.
Rubber shall be black in color, clean, and particles
shall be consistent in shape and size.
FEATURES
Turf markings shall conform the current National
Federation of State High School regulations.
Adhesives used in bonding the system shall be
resistant to moisture, bacteria and fungus.
APPROVE^
CONTAINMENT EDG
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
Systems shall be installed by personnel certified in
installation for the turf system selected.
Systems shall be installed over an engineered base
of stone or stone plus impact board.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
An 8 year minimum warranty is required. The
warranty shall cover all repairs to the turf through its
duration.
Synthetic infill turf systems are anticipated to
require carpet replacement after 8-10 years based
on normal and ordinary use.
Synthetic infill turf athletic field
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TRACK/WARNINGTRACK
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Aggregates shall be used for track surfacing and in
fields to provide a tactile transition from turf to the
fence.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Aggregate shall be tested according to ASTM
standards including particle size, standard proctor
and sieve analysis.
Related Standards: Field Diagram I Baseball, Field
Diagraml Softball.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Materials shall be washed processed aggregate.
Acceptable aggregates include washed gravel fines,
such as stone dust and #10 stone.
Material shall be clean and free of organic
materials.
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
Aggregates shall be installed on top of nonwoven
geotextile filter fabric over compacted subgrade.
Prior to installation, subgrade shall be consistent in
grade and free of weeds, trash and other debris.
#10 stone shall be installed at 4 inches minimum
vertical depth.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Materials are anticipated to require annual
replacement based on normal and ordinary use.
Warning track
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PURPOSE
Unit pavers shall be designed and installed for
pedestrian, bicycle and light vehicule traffic.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Unit pavers include brick, asphalt, concrete and stone
pavers. Paver systems shall meet ASTM standards.
The standard brick paver shall be the Old Virginia
#24 Brick or the #237 Cambridge by Redland Brick,
or City approved equal.
Clay, concrete, stone and asphalt pavers shall be
approved by the Director of Recreation, Parks and
Cultural Activities.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Pavers for use in exterior areas shall include a slip
resistant finish.
Paving patterns shall be approved by the Director of
Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
INSTALLATION
Unit pavers may be installed over flexible setting
bed for pedestrian traffic. Flexible paving systems
shall be installed with sand swept, hand tight joints.
Unit pavers shall be installed over asphalt or concrete
base for pavement designed for vehicular traffic.
Paving systems shall be installed with sand swept,
hand tight joints.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 5 year minimum warranty is required.
Pavers are anticipated to be replaced after 40 years
based on normal and ordinary use.
UNIT PAVERS
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
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WOOD CHIPS AND MULCHES
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
Loose wood chips and mulch materials shall be used
for trail/path surfacing, erosion control and weed
suppression.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The standard materials are double shredded
hardwood and 1 inch -2 112 inch sized wood chips.
Material shall have a containment edge or border
when adjacent to manicured planted areas.
City supplied materials shall be acceptable based
on the Standards requirements.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Wood shall be comprised of softwood or
hardwoods.
Material shall be non-toxic. Chemicals, additives,
recycled wood products, wood pallets or waste
wood materials are not permitted.
Material shall be free of weed seeds, soil, leaves,
bark, twigs, plastic, glass, metal, rock, or paper.
Color enhanced mulch shall not be acceptable.
Material created from recycled mulch shall not be
acceptable.
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June 01, 2012
CHAPTER 4: SURFACING
Mulch shall be applied over non -woven geotextile
filter fabric.
Prior to installation, existing subgrade shall be
consistent in grade and free of weeds, trash and
other debris.
Install mulch at 3 inches minimum continuous vertical
loose depth.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Mulch is anticipated to require replenishment
annually based on normal and ordinary wear.
Wood chips
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CHAPTER5
PARK STRUCTURES
Bridges
Decks and Boardwalks
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PURPOSE
Bridges shall facilitate safe access across bodies
of water, unstable ground conditions, elevation
changes, or other site conditions.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Bridges and abutments shall be designed per
industry standard engineering practices and
principles. Bridges and abutments shall be certified
by a structural engineer licensed to practice in the
Commonwealth of Virginia.
Bridges traversing water courses or deep culverts
subject to periodic flooding shall be designed to
accommodate wet weather events.
Bridges located within the 100 -year FEMA/
FIRM floodplain shall comply with design and/or
performance requirements required for floodplains.
Subsurface and hydrologic investigation shall be
required.
Bridges shall be ADA compliant and subject to local
building codes and ordinances.
Handrails and/or railings shall be ADA compliant
and meet minimum loads per state building codes.
Bridges shall meet the static and dynamic design
loads specified for each project. Loads include but
are not limited to dead load, live load, concentrated
load, vehicle load, wind load and snow load.
Bridges shall be designed to accommodate
lightweight construction equipment and vehicles.
Bridges shall have 6 feet minimum clear horizontal
width. For remote trails, 4 feet minimum clear width
shall be provided for pedestrian only use.
Bridges located on designated multi -modal trail
routes shall comply with the most current Alexandria
Bicycle Transportation and Multi -Use Trail Master
Plan, AASHTO and VDOT trail specifications.
The standard shall be a pre -fabricated weathering
steel truss bridge.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
BRIDGES
CHAPTER S: PARK STRUCTURES
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Structural membersshall be marine gradeweathering
steel.
Decking shall be concrete or composite resin or
silicate -impregnated wood.
Wood materials shall be used on a limited basis.
Wood materials shall be installed crown side up.
Exterior high grade hardwoods shall be used as
decking material with approval by the Department
of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
Paint shall be industrial grade and epoxy based.
Paint finishes and coatings shall be approved by the
Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
Bridge deck surface shall be of a material and/or
finish which inhibits slipping.
Bridge surfaces shall be sloped to shed water.
FEATURES
In remote, difficult to reach locations, bridges shall
be assembled on-site.
Utility conduits shall be located within the bridge
structure and be hidden from view.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty for structural
components and systems is required.
Bridges are anticipated to require replacement
after 30 years based on normal and ordinary use.
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DECKS AND BOARDWALKS
CHAPTER S: PARK STRUCTURES
PURPOSE MATERIALS AND FINISH
Elevated structures, such as decks and boardwalks,
shall be provided where water bodies, unstable
ground conditions, elevation changes, or other site
conditions impede access, or for elevated pathways
over protected natural scenic areas.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Structures and foundations shall be designed
with industry standard engineering practices and
principles. Structures shall be certified by a structural
engineer registered and licensed to practice in the
Commonwealth of Virginia.
Subsurface and hydrologic investigation shall be
required. Engineers shall utilize these reports in
design of footings and foundations.
Elevated structures shall beADAcompliant, including
railings and handrails, per local building codes.
Bridges located within the 100 -year FEMA/
FIRM floodplain shall comply with design and/or
performance requirements required for floodplains.
Elevated structures shall meet the static and dynamic
design loads specified for each project. Loads
include but are not limited to dead load, live load,
concentrated load, vehicle load, wind load and snow
load. Structures shall be designed to accommodate
lightweight construction equipment and vehicles.
Structures located on designated multi -modal trail
routes shall comply with the most current Alexandria
Bicycle Transportation and Multi -Use Trail Master
Plan and VDOT trail specifications.
FEATURES
Structures shall have 6 feet minimum horizontal clear
width.
Structural members shall be marine grade weathering
steel, fiberglass, composite resin, concrete or silicate
impregnated lumber.
Decking shall be concrete, silicate impregnated
lumber or composite resin, and slip resistant.
Wood materials shall be used on a limited basis.
Wood materials shall be installed crown side up. High
exterior grade hardwoods or silicate impregnated
lumber shall be approved by the Director of
Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities.
Piling foundations shall be concrete. Foundations
shall slope to shed water.
Hardware shall be aluminum, stainless-steel, or hot -
dipped galvanized steel.
Surfaces shall slope to shed water.
INSTALLATION
Structures shall be located along existing trails and
paths when possible.
Approaches shall have a smooth transition and
comply with current ADA standards.
Transitions shall not exceed '/z inch vertical dimension
without a ramp.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Decking is anticipated to require replacement after
8 years based on normal and ordinary use.
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CHAPTER6
PLAYGROUNDS
Playground Site Considerations
Play Equipment
Play Equipment Modular Structures
Play Equipment Swings
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PLAYGROUND SITE CONSIDERATIONS
PURPOSE
Playground sites shall provide a safe, clean and
comfortable environment for children and adults.
Playgrounds generally serve children 2-12 years of
age.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Playground sites shall be designed to comply with
the most current CPSC and ASTM safety standards
and guidelines.
Site layout and landscape elements shall comply
with the most current ADA/ADAAG standards and
guidelines.
Water bodies (of any depth), pools, drainage
systems, athletic fields, parking lots, streets with
heavy traffic, and grill stations may conflict with
playground uses. Fence or other approved physical
separation barriers shall be provided.
Trees located within the playground area shall have
an appropriate root zone barrier and shall be located
outside of use -zone areas. Height clearances from
play equipment shall be maintained as specified by
CPSC and ASTM standards and guidelines.
Playground areas shall receive a moderate amount
of seasonal shade throughout the day.
Play equipment shall be located and oriented to
provide clear site lines from within the playground
and surrounding areas.
Age -separated playground areas are recommended,
however multi-age equipment within one
playground area is acceptable provided that the
playground has been designed and/or reviewed by
a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI).
Each playground shall have a permanent park
playground sign posted at the playground entrance
or other high visibility location.
Playgrounds shall have appropriate safety
surfacing.
CHAPTER 6: PLAYGROUNDS
FEATURES
Related Standards: Fences I Chain Link, Fences
Metal, Receptacle I Trash, Picnic Table I Standard,
Picnic Table I ADA, Bench I Park, Signs, Play
Equipment, Playground Safety Surfacing.
Equipment and amenities shall be located together,
within one designated area.
Careful consideration shall be taken to maximize
play value within the designated playground area.
The minimum size of a playground shall be 1,200
square feet. Playground minimum size is based on
one tot swing set and one or two small play features,
each intended for children 2-5 years in age.
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PURPOSE
Playground equipment shall maximize play value and
safety, while minimizing long-term maintenance.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Playground equipment shall be designed and
manufactured to comply with the most current CPSC
and ASTM safety standards and guidelines.
Components shall be International Playground
Equipment Manufacturers Association certified or
equivalent.
Playground equipment shall meet the most current
ADA/ADAAG standards and guidelines.
Playground equipment shall be reviewed and
approved by the Director of Recreation, Parks and
Cultural Activities.
Play equipment shall have an approved safety
surface.
Equipment shall reflect context and aesthetics.
Equipment shall coordinate with other park and
playground site furnishings.
Play equipment shall be designed for children 2-12
years of age. Typical age ranges include pre-school
(2-5), school (5-12), and general (2-12) years of age.
Related Standards: Playground Site Considerations,
Play Equipment I Modular Structures, Play Equipment
Swings, Safety Surfacing.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Play equipment shall be constructed of durable
materials designed for frequent exterior use and
high resistance to varied climates and vandalism.
Wood and wood products shall not be used as
materials.
Products containing recycled materials shall be
used.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
PLAY EQUIPMENT
CHAPTER 6: PLAYGROUNDS
Play equipment surfaces shall be slip resistant and
drain efficiently.
Main structural components shall be one-piece
construction, with a minimum of bolts and fasteners.
Structures with excessive joints, rough welded
corners, pinch points, or other sharp edges or points
shall not be used.
Use of light or bright colors shall be minimized on
components subject to frequent wear or contact.
Hardware and fasteners shall be stainless steel or
treated with a rust proof finish.
Maintenance kits shall be provided for each play
apparatus.
Manufacturer and/or identification number shall be
clearly displayed on each apparatus.
Labels indicating the intended user age group shall
be displayed on each play apparatus. Labels shall
be located at transfer stations or other well visible
areas. Large play structures may require multiple
labels.
FEATURES
In addition to play equipment that has been recalled
or not recommended by the Consumer Product
Safety Commission, the following equipment shall
not be used in park playgrounds: clear bubble
window panels, activity panels with small loose
moving parts, roller slides, and log rolls.
The use of the following items shall be minimized:
cables, ropes, HDPE panels and PVC coated
components.
Crawl tubes, tube slides and enclosed play features
shall have clear openings for viewing, and be no
greater than 4 feet in length.
PVC or other plastic coatings shall not be used on
flexible components such as chains and cables.
Components with S -hook hardware shall not be used
unless approved by the Director of Recreation, Parks
and Cultural Activities.
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PLAY EQUIPMENT
Sand boxes and toys not anchored to the ground
are prohibited.
The Director of Recreation, Parks and Cultural
Activities shall prohibit use of any additional
equipment determined incompatible with these
standards.
INSTALLATION
Install equipment consistent with manufacturer
recommendations and industry safety
specifications.
Equipment shall be permanently ground anchored,
or surface mounted to an approved surface.
Equipment footings shall be installed within the
existing subgrade. Top of footings shall not be
exposed above the approved safety surfacing.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Replacement parts shall be readily available for the
life of the play equipment.
A warranty of 10 years minimum is required.
Play structures are anticipated to require
replacement after 15-20 years based on normal and
ordinary use.
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PLAY EQUIPMENT I MODULAR STRUCTURES
PURPOSE
Modular structures consist of several play
components that are structurally linked or physically
connected to each other.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Modular structures shall be comply with the most
current CPSC and ASTM safety standards and
guidelines.
Components shall be International Playground
Equipment Manufacturers Association certified or
equivalent.
Playground equipment shall meet the most current
ADA/ADAAG standards and guidelines.
Fully concealed areas are prohibited.
Deck dimensions and layouts shall not promote
loitering or unintended use.
Related Standards: Playground Site Considerations,
Play Equipment, Play Equipment I Swings.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Support posts shall be 3'/z inch minimum diameter
for preschool (2-5 years) age structures, and 5
inch minimum diameter for school (5-12 year) age
structures.
Posts shall be structural steel or aluminum with
double powder coated finish.
Deck clamp and play component connections to
support posts shall be factory pre -drilled.
Clamp assemblies shall be one piece and rust
resistant.
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June 01, 2012
CHAPTER 6: PLAYGROUNDS
FEATURES
Equipment decks shall be b feet maximum vertical
height measured from the top of safety surfacing,
unless approved by the Director of Recreation, Parks
and Cultural Activities.
Roofs may be provided for shade and visual
articulation. Roofs sha I I be powder coated perforated
steel or other approved weather resistant material.
Inclusive play features shall be incorporated to the
maximum possible extent.
INSTALLATION
Equipment shall be installed according to the
manufacturers' recommendations and industry
safety specifications.
Equipment shall be permanently ground anchored
or surface mounted.
Equipment footings shall be installed within the
existing subgrade. Top of footings shall not become
exposed above the approved safety surfacing.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Replacement parts shall be readily available for the
life of the play equipment.
A warranty of 10 years minimum is required.
Modular structures are anticipated to require
replacement after 15-20 years based on normal and
ordinary use.
Individual play features are anticipated to require
replacement after 10 years based on normal and
ordinary use.
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PURPOSE FEATURES
Swing sets shall conform to this section.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Swing sets shall be designed and manufactured
to comply with the most current CPSC and ASTM
safety standards and guidelines.
Components shall be International Playground
Equipment Manufacturers Association certified or
equivalent.
Playground equipment shall meet the most current
ADA/ADAAG standards and guidelines.
The standard swing is an arch -style frame. The
standard height is 8 feet. Freestanding preschool -
age swings shall be 7 feet vertical height.
There shall be at least one swing bay with one
accessible seat.
Swing bays shall be continuous as space allows.
Swings shall be located to minimize circulation
conflicts and the probability of conflicts with moving
swings.
T -frame swings shall be used where space is limited
in preschool -age only play areas. T -frame swings
shall have two enclosed infant seats.
Related Standards: Playground Site Considerations,
Play Equipment, PlayEquipmentj Modular Structures,
Play Equipment I Swings, and Safety Surfacing.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Posts and beams shall be 3'/2 inch minimum diameter
with a powder coat finish.
Surfaces shall be sloped to shed water.
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June 01, 2012
SWINGS
CHAPTER 6: PLAYGROUNDS
Accessible seats shall include easily lockable non -
flexible harness, or other rigid restraining device
approved by the Director of Recreation, Parks and
Cultural Activities.
Swing hangers shall be anti -wrap design to prevent
chains from becoming entangled.
Enclosed infant seats shall have a solid handhold
extending from the top of seat.
Chains shall be welded with galvanized or other
corrosion resistant finish. Chain grade shall be #80
or have openings no more than 3/,a inch.
Seat and chain connections shall be a horseshoe
type bolt link.
Swings seats shall be constructed of black ethylene
propylene diene monomer (EPDM) to resist
cracking.
INSTALLATION
Swings shall be installed according to the
manufacturer's recommendations and industry
safety specifications.
Equipment shall be permanently anchored.
Equipment footings shall be installed within the
existing subgrade. Top of footings shall not be
exposed above the approved safety surfacing.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Replacement parts shall be readily available for the
life of the play equipment.
A product warranty of 10 years minimum is
required.
Structures are anticipated to require replacement
after 15-20 years based on normal and ordinary use.
Swings and chains are anticipated to require
replacement after 8 years based on normal and
ordinary use.
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PLAY EQUIPMENT
Enclosed infant seat with solid handholds
Anti -Wrap hangar
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Belt Seat
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CHAPTER7
BALL COURTS AND ATHLETIC FIELDS
Ball Courts
Court Diagram Basketball
Court Diagram Tennis
Court Diagram Volleyball
Fields
Field Diagram Baseball
Field Diagram
Field Diagram
Field Diagram
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Field Hockey
Football
Lacrosse Boys
Lacrosse Girls
Rugby
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PURPOSE
Outdoor ball courts shall serve the recreation needs
of the community.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Bal I courts shal I comply with the most current National
Federation of State High School Associations
(NFSH) standards or other governing bodies as
appropriate.
Ball courts shall have positive drainage.
BALL COURTS
CHAPTER 7: BALL COURTS AND ATHLETIC FIELDS
Ball courts shall be accessible by pedestrian Tennis court
pathways.
Ball courts shall be optimally oriented north -south
on the long axis, 11 degrees off axis.
Ball courts may be designed to serve multiple
sports.
Related Standards: Fence Chain Link, Court
Surfacing I Color Coat, Bench Player, Signs.
Basketball court
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COURTDIAGRAM I BASKETBALL
GENERAL INFORMATION
CHAPTER 7: BALL COURTS AND ATHLETIC FIELDS
Court layouts shall conform to the most current
National Federation of State High School
Associations (NFHS) standards or other governing
bodies as appropriate.
Related Standards: Ball Courts, Fence I Chain Link,
Site Furnishings Section, Court Surfacing I Color
Coat, Bench I Player, Signs.
84 FT
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June 01, 2012
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COURTDIAGRAM I TENNIS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Court layouts shall conform to the most current
National Federation of State High School
Associations (NFHS) standards or other governing
bodies as appropriate.
Related Standards: Ball Courts, Fence I Chain Link,
Site Furnishings Section, Court Surfacing I Color
Coat, Bench I Player, Signs, Tennis Net Systems.
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June 01, 2012
CHAPTER 7: BALL COURTS AND ATHLETIC FIELDS
TRUE (PLANE SLOPE
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COURTDIAGRAM
GENERAL INFORMATION
Court layouts shall conform to the most current
standards of the International Federation of Volleyball
or other governing bodies as appropriate.
Related Standards: Ball Courts, Fence I Chain Link,
Site Furnishings Section, Bench I Player, Signs,
Volleyball Net Systems.
Court diagram
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
VOLLEYBALL
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PURPOSE
Outdoor athletic fields shall serve the recreation
needs of the community.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Fields shall comply with the most current National
Federation of State High School Associations
(NFSH) standards or other governing bodies as
appropriate.
Fields shall have positive drainage and shall be
sloped to drain.
Fields shall be accessible by pedestrian pathways.
Rectangular fields shall generally be oriented in
a north -south direction. Diamond fields shall be
generally oriented in a north- northeast direction.
Related Standards: Fence I Backstop, Fenced Chain
Link, Site Furninshings Section, Infield Mix, Track/
Warning Track Surfacing.
Fields may be designed to serve multiple sports.
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June 01, 2012
FIELDS
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FlELDDIAGRAM I BASEBALL
CHAPTER 7: BALL COURTS AND ATHLETIC FIELDS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Field layouts shall conform to the most current
National Federation of State High School
Associations (NFHS) standards or other governing
bodies as appropriate.
Related Standards: Fields, Fence I Backstop, Fence
Chain Link, Site Furnishings Section, Infield Mix,
Track/Warning Track Surfacing.
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FlELDDIAGRAM FIELDHoCKEY
CHAPTER 7: BALL COURTS AND ATHLETIC FIELDS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Field layouts shall conform to the most current
National Federation of State High School
Associations (NFHS) standards or other governing
body.
Related Standards: Fields, Fence I Chain Link, Site
Furnishings Section, Signs.
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FlELDMAGRAM I FOOTBALL
GENERAL INFORMATION
Field layouts shall conform to the most current
National Federation of State High School
Associations (NFHS) standards or other governing
bodies as appropriate.
Related Standards: Fields, Fence I Chain Link, Site
Furnishings Section, Signs, Fences, Utility Systems.
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June 01, 2012
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FIELDDIAGRAM LACROSSEBoys
CHAPTER 7: BALL COURTS AND ATHLETIC FIELDS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Field layouts shall conform to the most current
National Federation of State High School
Associations (NFHS) standards or other governing
bodies as appropriate.
Related Standards: Fields, Fence I Chain Link, Site
Furnishings Section, Signs, Utility Systems.
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FIELDDIAGRAM LACROSSEGIRLS
CHAPTER 7: BALL COURTS AND ATHLETIC FIELDS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Field layouts shall conform to the most current
National Federation of State High Schools (NFHS)
standards or other governing body.
Related Standards: Fields, Fence I Chain Link, Site
Furnishings Section, Signs, Utility Systems.
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June 01, 2012
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FlELDDIAGRAM I RUGBY
CHAPTER 7: BALL COURTS AND ATHLETIC FIELDS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Field layouts shall conform to the most current
National Federation of State High School
Associations (NFHS) standards or other governing
bodies as appropriate.
Related Standards: Fields, Fence I Chain Link, Site
Furnishings Section, Signs, Utility Systems.
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June 01, 2012
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FIELDDIAGRAM I SOCCER
CHAPTER 7: BALL COURTS AND ATHLETIC FIELDS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Field layouts shall conform to the most current
National Federation of State High School
Associations (NFHS) standards or other governing
bodies as appropriate.
Related Standards: Fields, Fence I Chain Link, Site
Furnishings Section, Signs.
FIA91H MARK ( TIONAL)=
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FIELDDIAGRAM I SOFTBALL
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standards of the appropriate body as specified in r
the table below. RP IRelated Standards: Fields, Fence I Backstop, Fencedr
Chain Link, Site Furnishings Section, Infield Mix,
Track/Warning Track Surfacing.
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Fast Pitch
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CHAPTER8
UTILITY SYSTEMS
Electrical Systems
Irrigation/Water Management Systems
Water Connections
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
PURPOSE
Provide the necessary power systems for park
facilities.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Systems shall be compliant with the NEC and Virginia
Electrical Code.
Electrical power will be provided through Dominion
Virginia Power.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Electrical service enclosures shall be NEMA -3
standard enclosures, powder coated dark green.
Electrical components shall be UL labeled.
Conductors shall be THW or THWN copper.
FEATURES
New electrical service shall be 240 volt 3-phase
power where feasible.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
CHAPTER 8: UTILITY SYSTEMS
INSTALLATION
New electrical connections shall be installed
underground in compliance with City of Alexandria
Standards.
Transformers and electrical service enclosures shall
be located outside of property setbacks. Selected
locations shall be inconspicuous and outside of
major use areas. Locations shall be selected to limit
quantity of electrical conduit.
Electrical connections beneath paving shall be
installed in industry standard sleeves.
Ballasts shall be located underground.
Screening for service enclosures and transformers
shall comply with City of Alexandria Code.
NEMA -3 rated electrical enclosure
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IRRIGATION/WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
PURPOSE
Irrigation and water management systems shall be
implemented to provide supplementary water for
plantings and turf areas during periods of drought.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Irrigation systems shall be compatible with the City's
Maxicom Central Control Irrigation System.
Standard irrigation components shall be
manufactured by Hunter, Rainbird, Toro, or City
approved equal.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Irrigation installations shall include communication
devices to coordinate with the central controller
including the following as applicable: cluster control
unit, site satellite or radio antenna, flow sensor,
and rain sensor. Small sites may be exempt at the
determination of the Director of Recreation, Parks
and Cultural Activities.
Valve boxes shall be heavy duty, H-20 loaded, Carson
boxes with black covers. Boxes shall include 3 inches
minimum vertical depth of gravel at the base.
FEATURES
New irrigation installations shall include an accurate,
complete, data report of all components installed,
precipitation rates and water pressure/flow rates.
Irrigation systems may include drip, spray -head and
turf rotors as applicable for site specific needs.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
CHAPTER 8: UTILITY SYSTEMS
INSTALLATION
Irrigation components shall be installed in
compliance with plans designed by a professional
irrigator licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Irrigation installations shall be documented with
as -built drawings detailing component type and
information, location and connections.
Irrigation systems shall provide head-to-head
coverage.
Installation documentation shall include field verified
precipitation rates for input in the City's Maxicom
central control system.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Communication components shall be warranted for
a minimum of 5 years.
Irrigation components shall be warranted for a
minimum of 1 year.
Athletic field irrigation
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WATER CONNECTIONS
PURPOSE FEATURES
Water connections shall be installed in parks and
public open space for drinking fountains, ornamental
fountains, irrigation systems and maintenance use.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Water connections shall be installed by a certified
professional licensed in the Commonwealth of
Virginia.
Water service will be provided through Virginia
American Water.
Connections shall be compliantwith USBC Plumbing
Code and other applicable plumbing and health
codes.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Below grade enclosures shall be heavy duty, H-20
loaded, Carson irrigation boxes with black covers or
City approved equal. In -ground valve boxes shall
include 3 inches minimum vertical depth of pea
gravel at the base.
Above grade backflow preventer and booster pump
enclosures shall be marine grade aluminum. Color
shall be stainless steel or dark green.
CHAPTER 8: UTILITY SYSTEMS
Water meters are the property of Virginia American
Water.
Connections shall have backflow preventers.
INSTALLATION
Water connections shall be installed beneath the
frost line.
Water connections beneath pavement shall be
installed as sleeved connections.
Water meters locations shall be inconspicuous and
outside of major use areas.
Above grade irrigation backflow preventer enclosure
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CHAPTER 9
SIGNS
Field Closure Sign
Information Kiosk
Park Regulatory Sign
Park Regulatory Sign Text
Wayfinding Park Sign System
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FIELD CLOSURE SIGN
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
The field closure sign is a weather and vandal
resistant flip sign for communicating the use status
of athletic fields.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Signs shall be aluminum and include a backboard
with one flip panel.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
CHAPTER 9: SIGNS
Signs shall be mounted on the field perimeter fence
at the central/prominent access gate. Signs shall
be attached using 9 gauge wire or screen clamps,
coated to match the fence fabric.
Signs shall be mounted on the fence 3 feet -6 inches
vertical distance from the bottom of the sign to
adjacent finish grade and level.
Flip panel shall be lockable to secure the panel to
the fence.
Sign backboards shall be 2 feet vertical dimension x
2 feet horizontal dimension. LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Sign flip panels shall be 1 foot vertical dimension x 2
feet horizontal dimension.
Sign backboard and flip panel shall have bright white
reflective backgrounds.
Sign backboard text shall read 'Field Closed' in red
letters. Red shall be PMS 485 C.
Sign flip panel text shall read 'Field Open' in green
letters. Green shall be PMS 370 C.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
A 1 year minimum warranty is required.
Signs are anticipated to require replacement after
10 years based on normal and ordinary use.
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PURPOSE
The information kiosk is a weather and vandal
resistant location for the posting of temporary
and seasonal programing, rule changes and safety
information.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Information kiosks shall be comprised of a message
board, vandal -proof glass or acrylic display panel,
and a small roof to protect the contents from the
weather.
The standard information kiosk is the Barco, Medium
Message Center, model KMC2145 in black, or City
approved equal.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Information kiosks shall be constructed of weather
resistant recycled plastic, resin or composite resin
composed of 50% wood fiber and 50% polyethylene
or fiberglass.
Free-standing kiosks shall be supported by 4 inch by
4 inch posts (nominal dimensions).
Free-standing kiosks shall be double sided.
The interior display panel shall have a water and
weather tight seal.
Interior display panels shall have a lock mechanism.
Kiosk elevation
elevation
INFORMATIONKioSK
CHAPTER 9: SIGNS
FEATURES
Low energy, LED lighting is available.
Colored, recycled rubber mounting board or cork
panels are are available for the message board.
INSTALLATION
Information kiosks must be installed permanently
through a surface bolt or in -ground system, consistent
with the manufacturer's recommendation.
Kiosks shall be installed adjacent to pathways and
parallel to the direction of travel. Kiosks installed
perpendiculartothe pathwayshall include a concrete
viewing pad parallel to the kiosk of equal width.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A 10 year minimum warranty is required.
Structures are anticipated to require replacement
after 15-20 years based on normal and ordinary
wear.
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Kiosk section
City of Alexandria
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PARKREGULATORY SIGN
PURPOSE FEATURES
Permanent regulatory information such as park hours,
rules, regulations, emergency contact information
and non -seasonal programing shall be posted at all
parks.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Signs shall clearly state the name of the park, the
City of Alexandria as the park operator, and a contact
number to report safety issues.
Signs shall be posted in unobstructed viewsheds
near activity centers or park entrances.
Consistent with the Code of Alexandria, new
language shall be approved by the City Manager.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Materials shall be durable, reflective, weather
resistant, UV resistant and low -glare.
Sign graphics, colors and fonts shall coordinate with
the City of Alexandria Wayfinding Program.
Sign shall be 1/16 inch thick aluminum.
INSTALLATION
Signs shall be permanently affixed to fences or
attached to a standard post per the methods
identified in the City of Alexandria Wayfinding
Program Manual.
Signs shall not be posted at a height greater than
4 feet from finish grade to the center of the sign
board.
At time of installation, outdated or repetitive signage
shall be removed.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
CHAPTER 9: SIGNS
Signs shall not vary from the template provided
by the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural
Activities.
Signs shall use Forest Green (Pantone 560) in the
frame.
Sign frame font shall be FF Unit Medium.
Sign information font shall be Whitney Medium.
Signs shall be the following sizes as determined by
location, size of park, and visibility: 18 x 24, 24 x 24,
24 x 36, or 36 x 48 inches.
QR codes shall be provided for Dog Park signs.
Signs shall be oriented in a portrait direction.
Authorized signs are approved for the following
special areas:
• Fields/Active Recreation Sites
• Natural Areas
• Picnic Areas
• Playgrounds
• Ponds
• Residential Neighborhoods
• Waterfront, including Marina
• Dog Parks
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
Signs shall have a UV and vandal resistant
protective coating.
Signs are anticipated to require replacement after
10 years based on normal and ordinary wear.
PARK REGULATORY SIGN OZ
PARK REGULATORY SIGN
• Park hours are from sunrise to
sunset, except by permitted use
• Dogs must be on a leash and
handlers must clean up after their pet
Use trash cans to dispose of all
waste
No amplified sound, except by
permitted use
i No alcoholic beverages
Fur nowemerpcncy police assistance, call 703.838.4444,
For general recreation ia(omuvkqi, call 703.746-4343 or
vM www-araxandriavazowAecreal6m.
Use of this park is subkd to the Alexandra {qty Co*.
irxrudin& but not limned, to ass#ions 6.1-8.
Park regulatory sign for all parks
City of Alexandria
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CHAPTER 9: SIGNS
PURPOSE
Park regulatory signs shall use the following text.
ALL PARK AREAS
(except user specific, such as dog parks, Waterfront
parks, athletic fields/synthetic turf, etc.)
• Park hours are from sunrise to sunset, except by
permitted use
• Dogs must be on a leash and handlers must
clean up after their pet
• Use trash cans to dispose of all waste
• No amplified sound, except by permitted use
• No alcoholic beverages
For non -emergency police assistance, call 703-838-
4444. For General recreation information, call 703-
746-4343 or visit www.alexandriava.gov/recreation.
Use of this park is subject to the Alexandria City
Code, including, but not limited to section 6-1-8.
NATURAL AREAS
• Park hours are from sunrise to sunset, except by
permitted use
• Dogs must be on a leash and handlers must
clean up after their pet
• Use trash cans to dispose of all waste
• No amplified sound
• No alcoholic beverages
• Stay on trails to protect native plants and to
avoid poison ivy
• Disturbing park wildlife or plants is prohibited
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
FIELDS/ACTIVE RECREATION SITES
• Park hours are from sunrise to sunset, except by
permitted use
• Dogs must be on a leash and handlers must
clean up after their pet
• Use trash cans to dispose of all waste
• No amplified sound, except by permitted use
• No alcoholic beverages
• No dogs allowed on field
• Field use by permit only
• No golfing
• Vehicles in designated areas only; the City of
Alexandria is not responsible for damage to
vehicles in this lot
• No vehicle maintenance allowed on site
• Add for diamond fields: No hitting balls into
fence
PICNIC AREAS
• Park hours are from sunrise to sunset, except by
permitted use
• Dogs must be on a leash and handlers must
clean up after their pet
• Use trash cans to dispose of all waste
• No amplified sound, except by permitted use
• No alcoholic beverages
• No organized sports allowed in picnic areas
• Fires are permitted in park grills only
• Picnic areas available by reservation April -
October; to reserve please call 703-746-4343
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PARK REGULATORY SIGN TEXT
PONDS
• Park hours are from sunrise to sunset, except by
permitted use
• Dogs must be on a leash and handlers must
clean up after their pet
• Use trash cans to dispose of all waste
• No amplified sound, except by permitted use
• No alcoholic beverages
• Do not feed the wildlife
• Do not allow your pet in the pond
• No fishing in the pond
• No entering the water
PLAYGROUNDS
• Park hours are from sunrise to sunset, except by
permitted use
• No dogs allowed in playground area
• Use trash cans to dispose of all waste
• No amplified sound, except by permitted use
• No glass or other breakable objects permitted
• Bicycles, skateboards or roller skates are
prohibited in the playground area
• Keep play equipment and its perimeters free of
obstructions and loose objects
• No alcoholic beverages
• Children should be accompanied by an adult
• Children should use age-appropriate
equipment
• Avoid use of equipment when surfaces are wet
or hot
• Proper footwear required
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RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS
• This is a residential neighborhood. Please be
kind to your neighbors
• Dogs must be on a leash and handlers must
clean up after their pet
• Use trash cans to dispose of all waste
• No amplified sound, except by permitted use
• No alcoholic beverages
WATERFRONT (INCLUDING MARINA
• Park hours are from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., except by
permitted use
• Dogs must be on a leash and handlers must
clean up after their pet
• Use trash cans to dispose of all waste
• No amplified sound, except by permitted use
• No alcoholic beverages
• No roller skates, rollerblades, or skateboards
• No commercial activity allowed, except by
permitted use
• No ball playing or thrown objects
• No fishing in the marina area
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
PARKREGULATORY SIGNTEXT
• Park hours are from sunrise to sunset, except by
permitted use
• Dogs must be on a leash and handlers must clean up
after their pet
• Use trash cans to dispose of all waste
• No amplified sound, except by permitted use
• No alcoholic beverages
• No dogs allowed on field
• Field use by permit only
• No golfing
• No vehicle maintenance allowed on site
• Vehicles in designated areas only; the City of
Alexandria is not responsible for damage to vehicles in
this area
Use of this park is subject to the Alexandria City Code, including, but not limited
to section 6-1-8. For non -emergency police assistance, call 703-838-4444.
For general recreation information, call 703-746-4343 or visit
www.alexandriava.gov/recreation.
Park sign for fields/active recreation sites
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
CHAPTER 9: SIGNS
• Park hours are from sunrise to su nsetr except by
permitted use
• No dogs allowed in playground area
• Use trash cans to dispose of all waste
• No a mplified sound, exctlpt by permitted use
• No glass or other breakable objects per m itted
- gicyclesr skateboards or roller skates are prohibited
in the playground area
- Keep play equipment and its perimeters free of
obstructions and loose objects
• Na alcohol is beverages
• Children should be accompanied by an adult
• Children should use ag"pprop r iate equipment
-Avoid use of equipment when surfaces are wet or hot
• Proper footwear required
Far Imre-amergeney pal ice assista vu. call 703-838-44A.4,
R)F $ewal rKreatlon In*ma&ft call 703•M6 4343 or
visltwwAr. examkIava.gvtlrKreaklon.
Park sign for playgrounds
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UNFENCED DOG EXERCISE AREAS
• All dogs must be under the owner's/handler's
control.
• Only three dogs per person (owner/handler)
are allowed.
• All dog handlers must have a leash in hand at
all times.
• No female dogs in heat are allowed.
• Only dogs 4 months and older are allowed.
• Dogs must be legally licensed, vaccinated and
wearing both current tags.
• Dog owners/handlers must keep their dog(s) in
view at all times.
• Any bite of a person or other dog must be
immediately reported to Alexandria Animal
Control and parties involved must wait for an
officer to respond, except in the case where
immediate medical care is needed.
• Dogs are not allowed to bark incessantly or to
the annoyance of the neighborhood.
• Dog owners/handlers must immediately pick
up and dispose of, in trash receptacles, all dog
feces.
• Aggressive dogs are not allowed at any time.
An aggressive dog is defined as a dog posing a
threat to human beings or other dogs. Owner/
handlers are legally responsible for their dog(s)
and any injury or damage to facilities caused
by them. Dogs must be on leash when entering
and exiting.
• Report violations to Alexandria Animal Control
703-746-4774.
• The following City Codes apply to the park 6-1-
2.2, 5-7-35, 5-7-42, 5-7-40, 5-7,38, 5-7-47
Dog Fxereiise Area Rules and Regulations
• AN dogs must b• urldart th• awnaf'afhandlee caetrot
• 0nfy three dogs per person townerlhandlerj ore agowe4
a AI dbg he ndlers much have a loom h In hand of a 1 tlmea-
• No femmlo doga in heal are at"ed.
a Ont y doge 4 roontha an d older are Mowed.
a Dago rnuist be legsilp Ilcenaed, vaccinaled eno wo1kring
bosh current toga_
■ Dog ownera1handlersmust keepIheir do&)inview
ON am time*.
• Any bite ref a p arson or other dog must he Imrrmedab*
reported to Alaxendrlm Anima Control and psrlfss
Involved must welt for an officer to respond, except
In Ihm case where Irnme dlate m edCcal care is needed.
• Ur"matred doge mu at remain wtthln the bound0se.
of the derg exerctae are a, a s delhad by batlards_
■ Doge are net allowed No bark Insmsmantly or to the
annoyance of Ihenelghborhood,
a Dog owneralhendle rs must Imrrmedately pick up and
dlspoire of. In trash recep(aclea, all dog feces.
• Aggressive dogs are nal alowed at moy time. An
aggreomhee dog la donned as a do g posing a threat to
human badge or other dogs. Owners handlers are
Iagely r•#ponelhlg for that clog to) ■np any Injury or
damage to faclilies caumed by them_ dogs must be
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Park sign for unfenced dog exercise areas
City of Alexandria
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PARKREGULATORY SIGNTEXT
FENCED DOG EXERCISE AREAS
• All dogs must be under the owner's/handler's
control.
• Only three dogs per person (owner/handler)
are allowed.
• All dog handlers must have a leash in hand at
all times.
• No female dogs in heat are allowed.
• Only dogs 4 months and older are allowed.
• Dogs must be legally licensed, vaccinated and
wearing both current tags.
• Dog owners/handlers must keep their dog(s) in
view at all times.
• Any bite of a person or other dog must be
immediately reported to Alexandria Animal
Control and parties involved must wait for an
officer to respond, except in the case where
immediate medical care is needed.
• Dogs are not allowed to bark incessantly or to
the annoyance of the neighborhood.
• Dog owners/handlers must immediately pick
up and dispose of, in trash receptacles, all dog
feces.
• Aggressive dogs are not allowed at any time.
An aggressive dog is defined as a dog posing a
threat to human beings or other dogs. Owner/
handlers are legally responsible for their dog(s)
and any injury or damage to facilities caused
by them. Dogs must be on leash when entering
and exiting.
Children under the age of 16 must be
accompanied by an adult when inside a Fenced
Dog Park.
• Food is not allowed inside the Fenced Dog
Park, non-alcoholic beverages are allowed.
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• Report violations to Alexandria Animal Control
703-746-4774.
• The following City Codes or more apply to the
park 6-1-2.2, 5-7-35, 5-7-42, 5-7-40, 5-7,38, 5-7-
47
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Fenced Dog F.xerviceArm ffrrle% and Rexirfalivh.%
• A1111 tlW mruet be un*K thr owner'a'handler'a Gentfol.
• t thane doge per Pareon (awnerlh+ndler) #Irb Irlawed.
• All dog handiva m%Kh Faro ■ Issah In hand 1t e1 tlmoy,
• lip ferrule dppi In heat"okw*d.
# only dopa 4 rnonttrs and cider $zp slowed
* Days must be Iagaly orosed, Yaccknatid and fwiaring bath
dunrcnk Ings.
* Dog awnrfslhandrre must keep dw# dogrel In +clew ht al Urnem,
* Anq We of d parson ow other dog mwt ba Imcmdaisly
reported to Algrandrla AnInnal CeMojacrdparties Invokxed
musk walk for m oHlcnr to respond, &XWI I5 UM cams Whom
ImmMmte medlcel care It needed.
Dog& wo no' a lowrd la ba rk Inc ■s cantly or to Ih■ avvloytn4♦
oT lha nalghhcrhoad
• Dogowmsrrihs.n4sr•s must Imm$Jmlely pick yip mod ctllpese
04, Ifs Verb febspTAgW.. a1 dap lrcrr.
• AgronsWe dugp sm IIUt rowed et any dma. An aggraiarve
dap Is deified as ■ dao posing a threat to human beings Or
ofm logic OwrAnMantlkrm ere Irpety reepdnud:e for blek
doM and ■ny injury or damage is t1 mtie1 meed by i he T
Daps mia be OM1 Ierih when onlering end erldo¢
• Cllldran urld•r Iha age of i5 rnoat ha a cornpanled by an adult
,whin In"o ■ Fenced Dag PsrL,
• Faoe Is nol allowed In11de I" FWH44 Mn Park, aaarmlcoholc
beverages ■re allowed.
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WAYFINDING PARK SIGN SYSTEM
PURPOSE INSTALLATION
The City of Alexandria Wayfinding sign package shall
be used for all park identification. Implementation
shall be coordinated with the Department of
Transportation and Environmental Services (T&ES)
and the City of Alexandria Wayfinding Design
Guidelines Manual and the Wayfinding Technical
Manual.
GENERAL INFORMATION
CHAPTER 9: SIGNS
Duplicate/old signs shall be removed from parks.
Signs shall be installed close to trail heads, entrance
drives and pedestrian trails. Signage shall not hang
into pathways or impede mobility devices.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A workmanship warranty of 5 years minimum is
required.
The following signs shall be consistent with the Signs are anticipated to require replacement after
guidelines identified bytheWayfindingPlan including 15-20 years based on normal and ordinary use.
park entrance and identification, interpretive panels,
automotive trail blazing and pedestrian/bike trail
signs.
Signs may require City of Alexandria sign and
building permits.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Park identification signs shall be the D1.2 Single
Post Large Destination Identification sign, the D1.2a
Single Post Small Destination Identification Sign,
or the D1.3 Double Post Destination Identification
sign.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
Park sign
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WAYFINDING PARK SIGN SYSTEM
COLORS AND FINISHES
Colors and finishes have been selected from a range
of high-quality, industry -standard sources and are
readily available to fabricators and end-users alike.
F°r,W;NOM
The color swatches shown in these standards are for
illustrative purposes only and should not be used for
color proofing - all color matching should be done
cm. Pjrd sU"
with physical samples, in the form of color chips and
vinyl sample sheets.
Color specifications are indicated in the following
hierarchy:
Color Name (Color Reference for Text)
Paint (P#) armies
Opaque Vinyl (OV#)
Reflective Vinyl (RV#)
Translucent Vinyl (TV#)
Hi -Intensity Vinyl (HV#) NT MPONAS
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High Resolution Digital Printing (D#)
Not all colors require the full range of film (vinyl) and
paint equivalents.
Paint and vinyl have been sourced from the following
manufacturers:,7,�.
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Paints:
Map (Matthews Paint Company) }t
www.matthewspaint.com
Akzo Nobel Sign Finishes
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OM2 3M 77YSIQ
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Vinyl Films:
3M
www.3M.com/graphics
Avery Graphics
www.averygraphics.com
Arlon }1s P_ -
www.arlong.com
Sign color palette
City of Alexandria
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TYPE STANDARDS
The palette of fonts developed for the sign standards
respond to the varying needs of legibility and
aesthetics, and can be grouped into the following
broad categories:
Wayfinding and Legibility
• FHWA Series 2000 (TF1)
• FF Unit Medium (TF2)
Secondary Text
• Aviano Sans Regular (used for Alexandria
logotype)
• Electra Family (used for interpretive text) (TFS,
TFSA, TF4B)
• Whitney Family (used for interpretive text) (TF4,
TF4A, TF4B, TF4C, TF4D, TF4E, TF4G, TF41-1)
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SMALL SINGLE POST DETAILS
Finial: Fabricated aluminum finial tapers from 4
inches at bottom to 2 inches at top across 6 5/a inch
length P2 mechanically fastened to reveal plate.
Reveal: 3/a inch exposed plate inset 3/a inch from
outside of post painted D15, attached to post with
plug welds, ground smooth.
Cross Bar: 1 inch thick by 2 1/z inch wide aluminum
flat bar or aluminum rectangular tube P2 welded to
post.
Sign Panels: Two 1/16 inch thick aluminum panels
inserted into fram from the side. Color D15 with
applied vinyl graphics.
Park sign - single post - small
Frame: 1 1/z inch deep by 1 3/a inch wide by 1/a inch
thick square corner angle painted P14, with inside
frame return painted P16. Internal structure as
required to support two sign panels that slide in
from the outside edge.
Footer Panel: 1 1/z inch deep fabricated aluminum
panel painted P2, with P3 "Alexandria" and P27
"City of & Est. 1749".
Post: 4 inch square aluminum post painted P2.
Baseplate/Footing: Below -grade baseplate with
stainless steel anchor bolts set into poured in place
concrete footing.
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SMALL SINGLE POST DETAILS
Frame: 1 3/4 inch painted aluminum frame, color P14.
Inside frame return painted as accent color, P16.
Seal/Logo Field: 5'/n inch by 5'/a inch square field
for seal/logo artwork as supplied by entity. Seal/logo
masked and sprayed color D14. Located 2 inches
from top and right of visible sign panel aligned to
top right of box.
Supplemental Text A: Color OV3, 3/4 inch cap height
TF4D set in lower case (height based on lowercase
E) optically spaced and tracked +180 em in Adobe
Illustrator. Located 3/4 inch below seal.
Destination Name Grid A: Color OV1 2'/z inch cap
height, TF2 optically spaced and tracked -25 em in
Adobe Illustrator set on 3'/z inch line spacing.
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Destination Name Grid B: Color OV1 2 3/4 inch cap
height, TF2 optically spaced and tracked -25 em in
Adobe Illustrator set on 3'/a inch line spacing.
Destination Name Grid C: Color OV1 3 inch cap
height, TF2 optically spaced and tracked -25 em in
Adobe Illustrator set on 4'/a inch line spacing.
Supplemental Text B Grid A/B: Color OV3 1 '/4
inch cap height on 2 ''/b line spacing TF4B optically
spaced and tracked +10 em in Adobe Illustrator. Set
1 inch below OV3,'/4 inch rule.
Supplemental Text B Grid C: Color OV3 1 inch cap
height on 1 5/a line spacing TF4B optically spaced
and tracked +10 em in Adobe Illustrator. Set 1 inch
below OV3,'/4 inch rule.
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WAYFINDING PARK SIGN SYSTEM
LARGE SINGLE POST DETAILS
Finial: Fabricated aluminum finial tapers from 4
inches at bottom to 2 inches at top across 6 5/a inch
length P2 mechanically fastened to reveal plate.
Reveal: 3/a inch exposed plate inset 314 inch from
outside of post painted D15, attached to post with
plug welds, ground smooth.
Cross Bar: 1 inch thick by 2'/z inch wide aluminum
flat bar or aluminum rectangular tube P2 welded to
post.
Sign Panels: Two '/,a inch thick aluminum panels
inserted into fram from the side. Color D15 with
applied vinyl graphics.
Frame: 1 '/z inch deep by 1 3/4 inch wide by 1/4 inch
thick square corner angle painted P14, with inside
frame return painted P16. Internal structure as
required to support two sign panels that slide in
from the outside edge.
Footer Panel: 1 '/z inch deep fabricated aluminum
panel painted P2, with P3 "Alexandria" and P27
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Post: 4 inch square aluminum post painted P2.
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Frame: 2'/z inch painted aluminum frame, color P14.
Inside frame return painted as accent color, P16.
Seal/Logo Field: 8 inch by 8 inch square field for
seal/logo artwork as supplied by City. Seal/logo
masked and sprayed color D14. Located 1 '/a inches
from top and right of visible sign panel aligned to
top right of box.
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Destination Name Grid A: Color OV1 4 inch cap
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Destination Name Grid B: Color OV1 4 inch cap
height, TF2 optically spaced and tracked -25 em in
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Destination Name Grid C: Color OV1 3'/2 inch cap
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Destination Subtitle: Color OV1 3 inch, TF4B
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Post Cap: 5'/z inch square by 1 inch aluminum plate
welded to post, all welds ground smooth.
Cross Bar: 1 '/z inch thick by 3 inch wide aluminum
flat bar or aluminum rectangular tube P2 welded to
post.
Sign Panels: Two '/,e inch thick aluminum panels
inserted into frame from the top. Color D15 with
applied vinyl graphics.
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Frame: 1 '/2 inch painted aluminum frame, color P14.
Inside frame return painted as accent color, P16.
Seal/Logo Field: 1 inch to 2 inches by 1 inch to 2
inches square field for seal/logo artwork as supplied
by City. Seal/logo masked and sprayed color D14.
Located 3 inches from top and right of visible sign
panel aligned to top right of box.
Supplemental Text A: Color OV3, 1 '/2 inch cap
height TF4D set in lower case (height based on
lowercase E) optically spaced and tracked +180 em
in Adobe Illustrator. Located 4'/2 inch below seal.
Destination Name Grid A: Color OV1 6 inch cap
height, TF2 optically spaced and tracked -25 em in
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Destination Name Grid B/C: Color OV1 5 inch cap
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CHAPTER 10
MARINA
Marina Facilities
Maritime Lighting
Pilings
Pump Out Station
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PURPOSE
Marina facilities shall be safe, efficient, and inviting
to visiting boaters, tourists and citizens while
minimizing environmental impact to the Potomac
River and Chesapeake Bay watersheds.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Facilities shall be designed and constructed by
personnel specializing in marine/waterway design
and construction.
Layout and design shall generally conform to the
California Department of Boating and Waterways
Layout and Design Guidelines for Marina Berthing
Facilities, July 2005.
Designs shall allow for individual fixtures and
accessory items to be readily replaced.
Restroomsand sanitarycomponents shaIIcomp lywith
the Commonwealth of Virginia Sanitary Regulations
for Marinas and Boat Moorings, as administered by
the Virginia Department of Health.
Marinas shall incorporate best practices as detailed
in the Virginia Clean Marina Guidebook.
Marinas shall comply with local and state permits
regulating use and activity in Virginia Waterways,
including but not limited to the Army Corps of
Engineers, Virginia Marine Resources Commission,
Virginia Department of Conservation and
Recreation.
Marina facilities shall be ADA compliant.
Fire protection systems shall be provided.
Water safety systems shall be provided.
Construction may require the approval of the
Alexandria Board of Architectural Review.
Related Standards: Park Structures, Site Furnishings,
Surfacing, Signs, Utilities Systems.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
MARINAFACILITIES
CHAPTER 10: MARINA
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Electrical components and devices shall be listed
and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified
testing agency, and marked for intended location
and application.
Electrical systems shall conform to NFPA 303 Fire
Protection Standards for Marinas and Boatyards.
Safety materials shall be durable, easy to maintain
and resistant to vandalism.
Metal components shall be rust and corrosion
resistant. Electrolytic corrosion resulting from
dissimilar materials, metals and finishes shall be
avoided.
Signs shall be readable, durable and prominently
displayed.
City Marina
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PURPOSE
Maritime lighting shall be provided for navigational
marking, dock lighting and hazard marking. Lights
include: Two Mile Lights, Blue Lights, One Mile
Lights, and Pier Lights.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Electrical components and devices shall be listed
and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified
testing agency, and marked for intended location
and application.
Lights shall meet IALA-AISM guidelines and
standards on marine lights and flash patterns.
Lighting systems shall include emergency lighting
system and nightlight connections.
Lighting options shall include lens color, lamp color,
and flash patterns.
The standard light fixture is manufactured by
Carmanah, Model M502 or Model M650.
Light performance shall be visible at 2 nautical miles
maximum.
Related sections: Lighting I Street Pole
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Maritime lighting shall be waterproof, vibration
proof and vandal proof.
Lights shall be solar powered LED lighting or energy
saver rated. Lens shall be UV stabilized.
Lights shall include a function for battery operation.
Casing materials shall be UV -resistant and
constructed from impact resistant polycarbonate.
Top of fixture shall be domed with self cleaning solar
panels.
Bird deterrants shall be provided as needed.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
MARITIME LIGHTING
CHAPTER 10: MARINA
INSTALLATION
Install lights according to manufacturer's
recommendations.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A product warranty of 5 years minimum is required.
Batteries are anticipated to require replacement
after 5 years based on normal and ordinary use.
Bulbs and fixtures are anticipated to require
replacement after 7 years based on normal and
ordinary use.
Marina solar light
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PURPOSE
Pilings shall secure docks and vessels.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Piling shall be designed consistent with industry
standard practices.
Piling locations shall not obstruct navigation waters.
Pilings shall follow the rules for Use of Submerged
Lands -Permitting, Dredging, and Construction,
Subaquaeous Guideline, VA Constitution Article XI.
MATERIALS AND FINISH
Pile diameters shall be round, 1 foot minimum
outside diameter. Wall thickness shall be .0375
inches minimum.
Piling shall be open (hollow). Piling material shall
be fiberglass composite. Piling finish shall be a PPT
thermoplastic finish with UV inhibitors.
Piling color shall be brown or neutral color.
Piles shall have caps made of fiberglass or
polyethylene, secured by galvanized or stainless
steel hardware.
Piling shall be impact resistant.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
iILINGS
CHAPTER 10: MARINA
INSTALLATION
Driving equipment shall minimize disturbance to
submerged aquatic vegetation and animals.
Required permits shall be obtained prior to
installation.
Cut-off elevation of piles shall be determined by
application, local conditions, design high water,
design low water, weather data, and flood data.
Generally piles shall extend 4 feet minimum above
docks and walkways.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A product warranty of 10 years minimum is
required.
Piles are anticipated to require replacement after
10 years based on normal and ordinary use.
Marina pilings
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PURPOSE
Pump out stations shall be provided to remove
sewage from on -board marine sanitation devices.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Pump out stations shall meet Chapter 570
Commonwealth of Virginia Sanitary Regulations for
Marinas and Boat Moorings, Section 270.
The standard vacuum pump out station is
manufactured by Edson International, Model 210-
2210 Series.
The pump outstation shall have a 10 gpm minimum
capacity.
Pump type shall be diaphragm or centrifugual
power.
Motor shall be electric.
Suction and discharge opening size shall be
regulated.
Pump out facilities shall include equipment for
rinsing boat holding tanks. Backflow preventers shall
be installed on the water service line when potable
water is used.
City of Alexandria
June 01, 2012
PUMP OUT STATION
CHAPTER 10: MARINA
INSTALLATION
Pump locations shall be connected to approved
discharge lines.
Pump out locations shall be fixed and not portable.
Locations shall be convenient to boat slips.
LIFE CYCLE EXPECTATIONS
A product warranty of 2 years minimum is required.
Diaphrams and valves are anticipated to require
replacement after 5 years based on normal and
ordinary use.
Pump out stations are anticipated to require
replacement after 10 years based on normal and
ordinary use.
Pump out station
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