Selecting a suitable skateboarding site

When selecting a site the following should be considered:

• Before anything else consult: neighbours and potential users
• The area should be clearly separated (by barriers, fencing etc.) from any traditional play equipment
• It should be of sufficient size for the facility and any associated landscaping
• It should be easily accessible to users by bicycle, foot, and public transport (if there is any)
• It should be separated from adjacent housing or a buffer zone provided to reduce problems of noise. (Consult supplier on this). Noise levels at surrounding properties should not exceed 55 decibels.
• It should not be near trees (leaves of the surface can be hazardous)
• It should clearly be identified as "their space" for users. Adjacent seating is recommended and ideally there should be toilets nearby.
• It is essential that there is good access for emergency vehicles.
• You may need suitable road signage and possibly crossing facilities
• Hard surface access is desirable
• Try to orientate the equipment so that users are not dazzled by low sun in the spring and autumn
• If lighting is provided there should be some control on timing to prevent a nuisance to local residents.

Users should be encouraged to police and help train new users, discourage irresponsible users, and inappropriate use or vandalism.