Street design
Daylighting
Dégagement de visibilité aux intersections
Daylighting is the removal or prevention of visual obstructions near an intersection or crossing. By keeping selected curb areas clear of parked vehicles or other objects, it helps people approaching a crossing see one another sooner, with the required extent determined by street conditions.
Understanding the term
Painted no-parking space may need physical protection where violations persist. Replacement objects, including planters and signs, must not recreate the visibility obstruction being removed.
Design assessment should follow the complete paths of people and vehicles through the location. Check visibility, drainage, accessible passage, delivery handling, and maintenance under realistic operating conditions. An apparently adequate plan can fail when doors open, vehicles turn, or queues form. Record site constraints and the governing design guidance, then review the arrangement after installation so that changing activity and seasonal conditions do not invalidate the intended function.