Anger over the renovation of the bus stops at Pfarrwiesengymnasium!

Anger over the renovation of the bus stops at Pfarrwiesengymnasium!

The renovation of the bus stops at Pfarrwiesengymnasium in Sindelfingen is causing a lack of understanding and anger among residents. In a recent announcement, the city administration explains that the renovations are necessary to ensure accessibility. The previous bus bay will be eliminated and the buses will stop directly on the road in the future, which poses challenges for many citizens. SZBZ reports that the conversion is part of an obligation that arises from the law, in particular Section 8, which prescribes the creation of accessibility.

The changes at the stop are not insignificant. When asked, the city administration explains the background to the project. The demands on the bus stops themselves are particularly high. An unrestricted approach to the stop on the side of the road is considered essential. This is intended to ensure that people with limited mobility can also reach the stops without any problems, without being hindered by obstacles such as parked vehicles. Barrier-free mobility further describes that bus boards with different board heights are necessary in order to meet individual requirements.

Technical challenges and requirements

A central problem is the beltlines, which should be over 12 cm high to avoid damage to vehicles. Depending on the vehicle type, the gradation of the board height must be up to the entry and exit height in front of the rear bus door. This is particularly important for the safety and comfort of passengers. When planning, the city endeavors to take local conditions into account, such as the topography of the surrounding area and the longitudinal and transverse gradients of the road.

If there is enough space, the gradation could even extend to the rear of the bus to ensure smooth operations. The quality and shape of the bus stop boards are of considerable importance. Ideally, the shelves should be arranged in a straight line, as convex or concave shapes can lead to dangerous gaps between the holding edge and the bus. This could potentially cause damage to the vehicle, which could be as high as 16 cm.

In the midst of these structural measures, the most important thing becomes clear: the efforts to ensure accessibility should not only comply with legal requirements, but also make it easier for all citizens to use local public transport. The city administration will continue to provide information about the progress of the work and hopes that residents will understand the necessary renovation work.