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Bike Racks Sidewalk Bike Racks The Bicycle Spot Improvement Program installs bicycle racks in neighborhood business districts to encourage bicycling for short trips and errands. The racks provide safe and convenient bicycle parking. Rack Installation Racks are installed at the request of citizens and business or property owners or managers. Bicycle Program staff are available to meet with representatives from interested businesses to explain the program, answer questions and select locations for racks. Racks remains the property of SDOT. SDOT assumes responsibility for the racks but not for bicycles parked at them. Rack Location Criteria Several criteria are used in siting the racks: Racks are installed in public space within City of Seattle limits, usually on a sidewalk with six or more feet of clear sidewalk space remaining. Racks are placed at convenient, usable locations in close proximity to building entrances without impeding pedestrians. Racks are placed with adequate clearance from curb ramps and crosswalks, street furniture, driveways, and parked cars. Racks can be installed in bus stops or loading zones only if they do not interfere with boarding or loading patterns and there are no alternative locations. Installation on Private Property Racks on private property are usually paid for by the property owner. City racks are not available for purchase, but Bicycle Program staff can help property owners choose appropriate racks and installation locations. Types of Racks The Bicycle Program has selected the following racks that we prefer to install. - The Rail-type rack, made of 2" galvanized pipe, 54 inches long, 32 inches high, and holds two bikes. The rack is unobtrusive, has no sharp edges or moving parts, and requires little maintenance. If you notice a rack has become loose or damaged, please let us know.
On-Street Bike Parking
As part of the Bicycle Master Plan adopted by the City of Seattle in 2007, the Seattle Department of Transportation will continue to install On-Street Bicycle Parking in Seattle. SDOT plans to install six more of these facilities in 2010 in addition to maintaining the existing stall located on 12 th Avenue near Spring Street. Why On-Street Bike Parking? Where do they go?  
SDOT has selected the Dero “Cycle-Stall” to use for on-street bike parking in 2010. This model is very user-friendly, low-maintenance, and can accommodate at least a dozen bikes. For more information about SDOT’s Bicycle Projects, call (206) 684-7583 or email bikeracks@seattle.gov .
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