Welcome!

The way I evaluate it is as you say, pavement by the side of the road I wouldn't map separately. 

But, if there is a grass verge between the pavement and road, or an area dedicated for parking between the pavement and road I would map separately. 

And this is probably just because I prefer it clean, I'll often take it to whatever side road is closest.

There were a couple of spots in this one where it was cleaner to map separately, although you're probably right for some of it. 

And don't worry about stepping on toes, no offence taken here, it's a collaborative effort!


