BP344 Accessible Parking Requirements Philippines — Dimensions, Ratio & Signage (2024 Revised IRR) + Free Calculator
Accessible parking is the first BP344 standard a PWD visitor actually experiences — and one of the most common line items building inspectors flag, because it's easy to get the slot count wrong or squeeze the aisle out during a re-striping. Unlike a ramp or an accessible toilet, parking compliance isn't one dimension — it's a ratio tied to your total lot size, a location rule, and a signage spec, all of which have to be right together.
This guide lays out the complete accessible parking standard under BP344's 2024 Revised IRR — the standard currently in force — including the full required-slot ratio table, and a free slot calculator that tells you exactly how many accessible slots your lot needs.
Accessible parking, BP344 Appendix A.6 — the extra 1,500mm of slot width exists to give the adjoining access aisle room to work.
An accessible parking slot is at least 4,000mm wide × 5,000mm long — 1,500mm wider than a standard slot — with an adjoining 1,200mm access aisle for wheelchair transfer. The number required follows a sliding ratio: 1 slot for the first 25, rising in steps to 2% of total above 500 slots. Slots must sit nearest the accessible entrance, connect via dropped curbs (never a ramp or slope), and carry a 600×600mm pole sign at 2,200mm plus a pavement marking — both showing the International Symbol of Access.
BP344 Accessible Parking Slot Calculator
Enter your lot's total number of parking slots. The calculator returns the required number of accessible slots under BP344's 2024 Revised IRR Table A.6.1, plus the dimension and signage spec for each.
Why the Accessible Slot Is 4,000mm × 5,000mm
A standard Philippine parking slot runs roughly 2,500mm wide. BP344's 2024 Revised IRR sets the accessible slot at 4,000mm — 1,500mm wider — specifically so the adjoining pathway can double as a transfer zone: enough room to swing a car door fully open, deploy a wheelchair, and roll clear of the vehicle without entering the traffic aisle. The 5,000mm length gives clearance for rear-hatch wheelchair lifts and side-loading vans.
That extra width is doing one specific job — it's not a generic "bigger is more accessible" buffer. Two things follow:
- The access aisle is what actually enables the transfer. A 4,000mm slot with no adjoining 1,200mm walkway still fails — the width and the aisle are both required, not either/or.
- The aisle sits between the front ends of the parked cars, not to the side — it's the space a wheelchair rolls into after the vehicle's rear-hatch lift or side door opens, not a general side buffer.
Fig. A.6.1 — Plan of Accessible Parking Slot, from the AEDO BP344 Visual Reference.
How Many Accessible Slots Your Lot Needs (Table A.6.1)
Required Accessible Parking Slots by Total Lot Size
| Total Parking Slots | Required Accessible Slots |
|---|---|
| 1 – 25 | 1 |
| 26 – 50 | 2 |
| 51 – 75 | 3 |
| 76 – 100 | 4 |
| 101 – 150 | 5 |
| 151 – 200 | 6 |
| 201 – 300 | 7 |
| 301 – 400 | 8 |
| 401 – 500 | 9 |
| 501 – 1,000 | 2% of total |
| 1,001 and over | 20 + 1 per 100 (or fraction) over 1,000 |
The Complete BP344 Accessible Parking Dimension Table (2024 Revised IRR)
Every Accessible Slot Must Satisfy All of These
| Element | BP344 Requirement (2024 Revised IRR) |
|---|---|
| Slot width | 4,000mm minimum |
| Slot length | 5,000mm minimum |
| Access aisle clear width | 1,200mm minimum, between front ends of parked cars |
| Location | Nearest the accessible main entrance |
| Connection to entrance | Dropped sidewalk or curb ramp — not a raised walkway |
| Ground condition | Level — never located on ramped or sloping areas |
| Multi-storey buildings | Located immediately next to the accessible elevator, every level |
| Pole-mounted sign | 600mm × 600mm, minimum clear height 2,200mm |
| Pavement marking | Square, 1,000mm–1,500mm per side |
| Symbol | International Symbol of Access — white wheelchair figure on UN Blue background |
| Who may use the slot | Only when the PWD passenger is inside the vehicle, with a valid access parking placard (control number + PWD ID) hung conspicuously on the rear-view mirror |
The 6 Accessible-Parking Mistakes Inspectors Flag Most Often
From the site layouts we audit and the BP344 violations our team has corrected on retrofit jobs across Philippine commercial buildings:
| # | Mistake | Why it fails |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Slot striped at standard 2,500mm width | No room for the 1,200mm access aisle — the most common accessible-parking violation on retrofitted lots. |
| 2 | Furthest slot from the entrance, not nearest | Developers often tuck accessible slots into leftover corners instead of the closest available bay to the accessible entrance. |
| 3 | Located on a sloped driveway or ramp | BP344 explicitly prohibits accessible slots on ramped or sloping ground — a wheelchair or open car door will roll. |
| 4 | Connected by a raised walkway instead of a dropped curb | Forces a detour through a curb step that defeats the point of an accessible slot. |
| 5 | Undersized or missing pole sign | A pavement marking alone — without the 600×600mm pole sign at 2,200mm — doesn't meet the dual-signage requirement and is easily blocked by a parked SUV. |
| 6 | Slot count based on the wrong table row | Using the ratio for a smaller lot size (e.g. treating 120 slots as "100 or under") under-provides required slots — a documented deficiency at final inspection. |
What it costs to fix after paving: in our experience, re-striping and relocating accessible parking slots on a finished commercial lot — including new curb ramp cutting and signage — runs ₱25,000–₱90,000 per slot corrected, depending on whether drainage or curb concrete needs to be redone. Getting the count and layout right on the site plan costs nothing extra.
Two Ways to Get From This Calculator to a Compliant Building
Use the free AEDO BP344 Reference & Checklists
Accessible parking is one standard. The BP344 Reference covers the full accessibility envelope — every dimension you need for permit-ready drawings, with illustrated diagrams for parking, ramps, toilets, corridors, doors, pools, and signage.
- 40+ dimensioned BP344 diagrams
- Downloadable BP344 compliance checklists
- Parking, ramps, toilets, doors, corridors
- Used by architects and engineers nationwide
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Have AEDO design it BP344-compliant from day one
The most expensive BP344 problem is discovering it at the permit stage. AEDO designs the accessibility envelope — parking, toilets, ramps, corridors — before the site plan is finalized, so compliance is never a retrofit.
- BP344-sealed accessibility details on every project
- Pre-submission audit of existing drawings
- Retrofit parking layout design for non-compliant lots
- Permit-ready architectural + structural drawings
- Free initial consultation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a 3,700mm × 6,000mm slot still acceptable?
No. That was the pre-2024 figure. Under the 2024 Revised IRR, the accessible slot is 4,000mm wide × 5,000mm long with a separate 1,200mm access aisle — design and inspect to the current dimensions, not the superseded ones.
Do accessible slots need to be van-accessible specifically?
BP344's 2024 Revised IRR does not set out a separate "van-accessible" category the way some foreign codes do — the word "van" does not appear in the IRR. There is one accessible-slot standard, 4,000mm wide with a 1,200mm aisle, that applies regardless of vehicle type.
Can accessible parking count toward the building's total required parking?
Yes. Accessible slots are part of the total parking count required for the occupancy — they are not additional spaces on top of the base requirement, but a portion of it must meet the accessible standard per Table A.6.1.
What if my lot has multiple entrances?
Accessible parking should be nearest to whichever entrance is designated as the accessible main entrance and connects to an accessible route. If a building has several public entrances, provide the required accessible slots at the primary one used by the public.
Does an existing building have to retrofit its parking lot?
Yes. Retrofits and renovations of existing public buildings must meet the current standard for any parking areas being modified or re-striped; only the layout and location within the lot are flexible.
Where can I find a free BP344 reference with all accessibility dimensions?
The AEDO BP344 Reference is a free visual guide covering 40+ accessibility standards with dimensioned diagrams — accessible parking, ramps, PWD toilets, corridors, doors, pool decks, and signage. No login, no paywall. Built by Filipino engineers and used by architects across the Philippines for permit-ready accessibility design.
Free BP344 Reference — Every Accessibility Dimension in One Place
This guide covers accessible parking. The AEDO BP344 Reference covers everything else — ramps, toilets, corridors, doors, pool decks, and signage — with the dimensioned diagrams architects use directly in permit drawings. 40+ standards, fully illustrated, zero cost.
| Standard | This Guide | BP344 Reference (free) |
|---|---|---|
| Accessible parking dimensions & ratio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Location & signage rules | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ramp slope (1:20 rule, 2024 IRR) | — | ✓ |
| PWD toilet compartment layout | — | ✓ |
| Door clear width & hardware | — | ✓ |
| Corridor & passageway widths | — | ✓ |
| Pool deck & transfer wall | — | ✓ |
| Tactile & wayfinding signage | — | ✓ |
| Dimensioned diagrams (40+) | — | ✓ |
No login. No paywall. Built by AEDO's engineers and used by architects and developers across the Philippines for permit-ready accessibility design.
Building or Renovating a Public Facility? The Parking Ratio Is Where Plans Get Rejected.
Accessible parking is one item on a 40-point BP344 compliance list — but the ratio table trips up more site plans than any single dimension. AEDO's design-build process starts with the BP344 envelope — parking, ramps, toilets, corridors — and works the site layout inward, so compliance is never a surprise at the permit counter.
- BP344-sealed parking, ramp, and toilet details on every commercial project
- Pre-submission BP344 audit of existing drawings — catch violations before the building official does
- Retrofit parking layout design for non-compliant existing lots
- Permit-ready architectural and structural drawings
- Free initial consultation — send your drawings or site description, get a written BP344 gap assessment within 48 hours
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