Designed by people who completely understand both skateboarding and skatepark design ... must be accomplished skater and currently skating ... resulting in skateparks that cater to the continued development of all skateboarders, experienced skateboarders determine who these qualified designers are

Built by people who completely understand both skateboarding and the specialty trade of concrete skatepark construction i.e. experienced skateboarders who are also professional skatepark builders

Enough room for everyone to play

vert + street

From a place for beginners to learn without getting run over by more experienced skaters through completely expert areas and everything in between

Potential to build ownership and community

Potential for interaction and self-policing

Walking distance / transit access

Drinking fountain and hose connection

Roof / cover: permanent, seasonal, or weather permitting full or partial roof / cover to extend usability by keeping areas dry / shaded, radiant heating in concrete: to dry skate surfaces after precipitation, to prevent condensation on skate surfaces

Protect pedestrians and spectators from the action where necessary, but don't enclose / cage the skatepark

Not isolated from other people and other uses, best if there's pedestrian traffic along skatepark, corner location preferred, skateparks are both supported by and contributors to the vibrancy of their location.

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Create park atmosphere with landscaping that balances pavement, keep dirt, mulch, bark, gravel, etc. contained / isolated and away from skate surfaces in order to reduce maintenance and increase safety, use care in placement of trees because litter from trees increases maintenance

Accommodations for passive enjoyment

Accommodations for skatejams and competitions