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	For a pedestrian area to be safe, it must have a defined walkway, visually and functionally separate from the path of vehicles. That does not necessarily mean paved in concrete, though to be safe, it must meet ADA guidelines for smoothness (see section on Surface/Texture). Safe Provide a minimum of 6 feet (1.8m) clear for a safe walkway width. This will accommodate pedestrians moving in both directions, as a walking person requires a minimum walkway width of 2.5 to 3 feet (0.8 to 0.9m) and a person in a wheelchair requires at least 3 feet (0.9m). Addtional width should be provided if there will be landscaping or site furnishings (see the Clearance Section for additional information). Comfortable Provide a minimum width of 7 to 12 feet (2.1m to 3.6m) for a comfortable walkway for multiple users. Destination Provide a minimum width of 20 feet (6.1m) for an effective walkway for areas that will be a destination. Shared-use paths should be at least 10 feet wide (3m) to accommodate a combination of walkers, bikers, skaters, and other users. Signing on shared-use paths is essential so people know to expect other types of users. Refer to the signage recommendations in the AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, Page 53.