These universal design features are about the pathway(s) between the parking area(s) and the entrance(s) into the home.
| 2.1 | No steps to access the front entrance and the entrance closest to parking (if different). | Why? |
| 2.2 | Surfaces along route are only: asphalt, smooth concrete, textured or aggregate concrete, wood decking, composite decking, and/or textured/slip-resistant metal. | Why? |
| 2.3 | Well-maintained surfaces without cracks, gaps, or bumps. | Why? |
| 2.4 | Width no less than 36 inches at the narrow-most part. | Why? |
| 2.5 | Running slope no greater than 1:20 (2.86º). | Why? |
| 2.6 | Cross slope no greater than 1:50 (1.15º). | Why? |
| 2.7 | Lighting covers the entire route. | Why? |
| 2.8 | Lighting on a timer or motion-activated switch. | Why? |