Mission
A driveway connects the public roadway with an adjacent property. As driveways are, in effect, low volume intersections, their numbers and location have a definite impact on highway capacity, primarily on arterial highways.
Driveway entrances should be constructed perpendicular to a roadway and shall not cause the blocking of any sidewalk, border or tree space area, street, or roadway. Sight distance should be located to provide the best visibility possible within the limitations of the property that each driveway serves.
- DDOT Design and Engineering Manual, Chapter 31.2.3 - Driveways: District Policy
Curb Cut Closure Policy
Procedures & Services
FAQs: Residential Driveway and Curb Cut
See Related
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Driveways (Compendium)
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Parklets (Compendium)
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Streetscape (Compendium)
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Special Trees (Compendium)
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Sidewalks (Compendium)
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Sidewalk Cafes (Compendium)
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Snow and Ice Removal (Compendium)
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Block Parties (Compendium)
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Public Space Permits (Compendium)
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Public Space Committee (Compendium)
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Vendors (Compendium)
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Public Space and Right of Way (Compendium)
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Pedestrian Access and Safety (Compendium)
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Diplomat and Embassy Parking (Compendium)
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Curbside Management Study (Compendium)
Additional Information
Legal References
- DCMR 10-A404.8: Policy T-1.2.3: Discouraging Auto-Oriented Uses
Design Standards & Specifications
- DDOT Design and Engineering Manual, Chapter 31.2.3 – Driveways: District Policy
- DDOT Public Realm Design Manual § 3.4 – Driveways
Transportation Plans & Studies
Other Resources