*Sidewalks that receive infrequent use could be closed for the winter season.
*Sidewalks that receive infrequent use could be closed for the winter season.
*Maintained sidewalks should be ≥ 1.5 m wide to accommodate plowing and minimize the salting required.
*Maintained sidewalks should be ≥ 1.5 m wide to accommodate plowing and minimize the salting required.
*Using textured pavers can improve grip for pedestrians, again reducing the salt required.
*Using textured pavers or overlays can improve grip for pedestrians, reducing the salt required.
*In busy areas around building entrances, covered walkways and heated mats also reduce salt requirements.<ref>LSRCA. 2015.Parking Lot Design Guidelines to Promote Salt Reduction. GHD. 11115623 (2). https://www.lsrca.on.ca/Shared%20Documents/Parking-Lot-Design-Guidelines/Parking-Lot-Guidelines-Salt-Reduction.pdf</ref>.
*In busy areas around building entrances, covered walkways and heated mats also reduce salt requirements (LSRCA, 2017)<ref name="example8" />.