Skatepark Typology Primer

Wednesday, 19 September 2007

This skatepark typology outlines different types of skateparks in the same language that park planners use to define ordinary city parks. Each of these types of “skateparks” can work alone or together in a region to establish a skatepark system. Advocates may also find it useful to describe smaller skateparks using terms that express their scale rather than calling everything a "skatepark," which can sometimes cause concern as some members of the community may envision acres of wavy concrete forms as far as the eye can see. For more in-depth information on types of skateparks, see also Skatepark Typologies. Skate Dot: Small site-specific skateable art, single or minimal architecture designed for skateboarding. Site amenities include trash receptacles. Skate Dots are typically single structures set in larger public areas. Skate Spot: Approximately 3,001 to 5,000 square feet with some site amenities such as water and seating. Skate spots feature a small arrangement of skate obstacles  plus seating, water, and other amenities. Skate Spots are usually set within larger public areas. Small Neighborhood Skatepark: 5,001 to 10, 000 square feet with site amenities to possibly include a restroom, bench seating, and parking. Neighborhood skateparks feature a diversity of terrain and are tailored to a range of experience levels. Large Neighborhood Skatepark: 10,001 to 25,000 square feet. Site amenities include those of a Neighborhood Skatepark plus lights, spectator seating, and 16 parking spaces. Sector Skatepark: Over 25,001 square feet, including allocation of space for bicycles and climbing. Site amenities include those of a Large Neighborhood Skatepark plus concessions and 30 parking spaces. County/Regional Skatepark: 40,000 square feet and larger, including amenities appropriate for professional events. Site amenities include those of a Sector Skatepark and 50+ parking spaces.

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