What is the required landing area size for changing direction on a ramp?

• A. 3 ft x 3 ft
• B. 4 ft x 4 ft
• C. 5 ft x 5 ft
• D. 6 ft x 6 ft

Answer: (C)

Turning on a ramp requires enough landing area to complete a 90-degree change in direction without hitting the edges or railing. A space of 5 feet by 5 feet provides about a 60-inch turning diameter, which is the typical clearance a wheelchair or assistive device needs to pivot and align with the ramp in the opposite direction. This size offers safe, practical maneuvering room on the landing, whereas smaller spaces don’t allow a full turn and larger spaces aren’t necessary for the basic requirement.