Sideindgang

Sideindgang is a term used in architecture and building design to describe an entrance placed on the side facade of a building, as opposed to the main entrance on the principal frontage. It provides access to specific areas or functions and is often used for secondary occupancy, staff access, deliveries, or emergency egress. Side entrances may lead directly into circulation spaces such as hallways, lobbies, or service corridors, or to subsidiary rooms like a garage, loading dock, or staff facilities. In residential buildings, a sideindgang can grant access to a rear or side apartment, a basement entry, or parking facility. In commercial or public buildings, it may serve as an employee entrance, service entrance, or a secondary public route, often linked to a back-of-house area.

Design and regulatory considerations include accessibility requirements (ramps or level thresholds, handrails), fire safety (clear egress paths, audible/visual alerts, panic hardware), and security measures (lighting, surveillance, controlled access). Signage and visibility are important to prevent confusion with the main entrance.

Historically, side entries facilitated separate flows of traffic and service operations, and some older buildings retain prominent side doors that were once the primary means of access for staff or deliveries. Today, sideindgangs are integrated into site planning to improve functional separation while maintaining overall wayfinding and safety.