Attachment M: Actions Required to Remedy Accessibility Violations

Provide an accessible route directly connecting the wheelchair seating locations with the performance area, and the performance area with ancillary areas used by performers (dressing rooms, locker rooms, etc.) unless specifically exempted by the Standards. Standards §§ 206.2.6, 206.2.3, 401.1.

Provide aisle seats with no armrest on the aisle side, or with a retractable or folding armrest on the aisle side, identified by a sign or marker, equal in number to at least 5% of the total number of aisle seats (but not less than 1). These seats shall be the aisle seats located closest to accessible routes. Standards §§ 221.4, 802.4.

Provide accessible signage indicating the availability of the assistive listening system. Standards §§ 216.10, 219.2, 703.5, 703.7.2.4.

Provide an assistive listening system. Provide receivers complying with the Standards in accordance with the following chart, and provide signage indicating their availability. Standards §§ 216.10, 219, 703.5, 703.7.2.4, 706.

50 or less

2

2*

51 to 200

2, plus 1 per 25 seats over 50

2*

201 to 500

2, plus 1 per 25 seats over 50

1 per 4 receivers*

501 to 1000

20, plus 1 per 33 seats over 500

1 per 4 receivers*

1001 to 2000

35, plus 1 per 50 seats over 1000

1 per 4 receivers*

2001 and over

55, plus 1 per 100 seats over 2000

1 per 4 receivers*

* unless all seats are served by an induction loop system, in which case no receivers are required to be hearing aid compatible.

Lawn seating areas and overflow seating areas, where fixed seats are not provided, shall connect to an accessible route. Standards §§ 221.5, 206, 401.1.

Provide the number of wheelchair spaces shown in the following chart. Where provided, each luxury box, club box, and suite shall contain wheelchair spaces in accordance with the following chart; and at least 20% of all other boxes shall also contain wheelchair spaces in accordance with the following chart. Standards § 221.2.

Dimensions. Each wheelchair space shall have minimum clear ground or floor space of 36 inches wide by 48 inches deep when approachable from the front or rear, or 36 inches wide by 60 inches deep when approachable only from the side (spaces need only be 33 inches wide if adjacent to another wheelchair space). The ground or floor at all wheelchair spaces shall be level, firm, stable and slip resistant; wheelchair spaces shall not overlap circulation paths; and at least one companion seat shall be provided next to each wheelchair space. Ensure that wheelchair spaces and companion seats are not located on (or obstructed by) temporary platforms or other movable structures. 28 C.F.R. § 35.151(g); Standards §§ 221.2, 221.3, 802.1.

Integration / Lines of Sight. Wheelchair spaces shall be an integral part of the seating plan and shall provide spectators with choices of seating locations and viewing angles that are substantially equivalent to, or better than, the choices of seating locations and viewing angles available to all other spectators. In stadiums where spectators can be expected to stand during the show or event (for example, football, baseball, basketball games, or rock concerts), the wheelchair spaces shall provide lines of sight over standing spectators. Standards §§ 221.2, 802.2.

Dispersion. When the seating capacity exceeds 300, wheelchair spaces and companion seats shall be horizontally and vertically dispersed. Ensure that wheelchair spaces and companion seats are dispersed to all levels that include seating served by an accessible route. Wheelchair spaces and companion seats shall be dispersed vertically at varying distances from the screen, performance area, or playing field, including locations in each balcony or mezzanine located on an accessible route. Assembly areas that (1) have seating encircling, in whole or in part, a field of play or performance area, and (2) are required to horizontally disperse wheelchair spaces and companion seats, shall disperse wheelchair spaces and companion seats around that field of play or performance area. 28 C.F.R. § 35.151(g), Standards § 221.2.3.

Companion Seats. In row seating, companion seats shall be located to provide shoulder alignment with adjacent wheelchair spaces. The shoulder alignment point of the wheelchair space shall be measured 36 inches from the front of the wheelchair space. The floor surface of the companion seat shall be the same elevation as the floor surface of the wheelchair space. Companion seats shall be equivalent in size, quality, comfort, and amenities to the seating in the immediate area. Companion seats may be movable. Standards § 221.3.

Aisle Seats. At least 5% of the total number of aisle seats shall provide folding or retractable armrests on the aisle side of the seat, shall be identified by a sign or marker, and shall be the aisle seats closest to accessible routes. Standards §§ 221.4, 802.4.

4 to 25

1

26 to 50

2

51 to 150

4

151 to 300

5

301 to 500

6

501 to 5000

6, plus 1 for each 150 between 501 through 5000

5001 and over

36, plus 1 for each 200 over 5000

Provide at least one wheelchair space in team or player seating areas serving areas of sport activity. Standards §§ 221.2.1.4, 802.1.

Provide a ramp or platform lift in compliance with the Standards or establish a procedure for providing access to this area. Any procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances. Provide a wheelchair space with a minimum clear ground or floor space of 36 inches wide by 48 inches deep for front or rear access, or 36 inches wide by 60 inches deep for side access. Standards §§ 206.7, 221.2, 802.1, 808.3.

Provide at least one wheelchair space within the defined area for the jury box with a minimum clear ground or floor space of 36 inches wide by 48 inches deep when approachable from the front or rear, or 36 inches wide by 60 inches deep when approachable only from the side. Wheelchair spaces shall be an integral part of the fixed seating plan of the jury box and shall be located so as to provide lines of sight substantially equivalent to, or better than, those available for other members of the jury, and that are not obstructed by other jurors; and wheelchair spaces shall adjoin an accessible route that also serves as a means of egress in case of emergency. Standards §§ 206.2.4, 221.2, 802, 808.3.

Provide audio and audio-visual programs with captioning or in another format that provides equally effective communication for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. 28 C.F.R. § 35.160.

Provide visible fire alarm devices in toilet rooms, hallways, lobbies, meeting rooms, and any other area for common use. Standards §§ 215, 702.

To each area, feature, or element described, provide at least one accessible route that coincides with or is located in the same area as general circulation paths. The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches (except that it may narrow to no less than 32 inches for a length of no more than 24 inches), or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a U-turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of ½ inch vertically; have no level changes greater than ¼ inch vertically unless they are beveled with a slope no greater than 50%; and have a running slope no greater than 5% (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope no greater than 2.08%. Standards §§ 206, 301.1, 401.1.

Provide an accessible route to each area, feature, or element described such that level changes in excess of ½ inch are ramped (or otherwise made accessible); level changes with exposed edges of up to 90 degrees are not more than ¼ inch high; and level changes between ½ inch and ¼ inch high are beveled with a slope no greater than 50% (or up to ¼ inch vertical and at least ¼ inch beveled). Standards §§ 206, 303.

Provide to each area, feature, or element described an accessible route with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except that the width may decrease to 32 inches for a depth of no more than 24 inches. Standards §§ 206, 403.5.1.

Provide a curb ramp that has a maximum slope of 8.33%, a maximum cross slope of 2.08%, and a maximum counter (i.e., gutter) slope of 5%; is located so that it cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles; does not project into traffic, parking spaces or access aisles; and has transitions on and off that are on the same level. Flared sides, if provided, shall have a maximum slope of 10%. Standards §§ 206.2.1, 406.

Openings or gratings on walking surfaces shall not allow passage of a sphere more than ½ inch in diameter. If gratings have elongated openings, then they shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel. Standards §§ 206, 302.3.

Provide a minimum vertical clearance of 80 inches throughout. Where the vertical clearance is reduced to less than 80 inches, provide a guardrail or other barrier with a leading edge no more than 27 inches high. Standards §§ 206, 307.4.

Unless protected by a cane detectable barrier, objects with their leading edges between 27 inches and 80 inches high shall not protrude into circulation paths more than 4 inches for wall-mounted elements, or 12 inches for free standing post- or pylon-mounted elements. Protruding objects (and cane-detectable barriers) shall not reduce the clear width of accessible routes or maneuvering spaces below minimum requirements. Standards §§ 206, 307.

Establish a procedure for providing access to programs in upper and lower levels of the facility, or provide ramps, platform lifts, or elevators in compliance with the Standards. Procedures shall not include lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances. Standards §§ 206.2, 405, 407, 408, 410.

Provide stairs with closed risers, uniform tread width and riser height, a tread depth of at least 11 inches, a riser height between 4 inches and 7 inches, and nosings, treads, and risers that otherwise comply fully with the Standards. Provide handrails on both sides of the stairs such that the inside handrail on switchbacks or doglegs is continuous. Handrails shall extend at least 12 inches beyond the top riser and at least the depth of one tread beyond the bottom riser; there shall be a clear space of at least 1½ inches between the handrails and the wall; handrail gripping surfaces shall be continuous and shall not be obstructed along their tops or sides; handrails shall have a diameter between 1¼ and 2 inches or a perimeter between 4 inches and 6¼ inches and a cross section of no more than 2¼ inches; handrails shall be mounted between 34 and 38 inches above stair nosings; the ends of the handrails shall be returned to a wall, a guard, or the landing surface; and the handrails shall not rotate within their fittings and shall be free of sharp or abrasive elements. Standards §§ 206, 210, 504, 505.

At this element, provide clear floor space that contains no changes in level within the required 30 inch by 48 inch space directly in front of the element. Additionally, maneuvering clearances shall comply with § 305, including, if appropriate, providing additional maneuvering space at alcoves. Standards §§ 206, 305.

Where handrails are provided along walking surfaces, provide handrails that have a diameter between 1¼ and 2 inches or a perimeter between 4 inches and 6¼ inches and a cross section of no more than 2¼ inches. Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings; handrails shall be mounted at a consistent height between 34 inches and 38 inches high and at least 1½ inches from the wall; gripping surfaces and adjacent surfaces shall be free of sharp or abrasive elements and shall have rounded edges; and gripping surfaces shall not be obstructed along their tops or sides and the bottoms shall not be obstructed for more than 20% of their length and shall have no horizontal projections occurring closer than 1½ inches from the bottom of the gripping surface (except that the distance between horizontal projections and the bottom of the gripping surface can be reduced by ⅛ inch for each ½ inch of handrail perimeter over 4 inches). Standards §§ 206.2, 405.8, 505.

Provide an ATM or fare machine with clear floor space complying with § 305; with operable parts complying with § 309 and able to be differentiated by sound or touch without activation (unless a clear or correct key is provided); providing an opportunity for the same degree of privacy of output and input available to all individuals; speech enabled in compliance with § 707.5; with input controls and function keys complying with § 707.6; with a display screen providing visibility and characters complying with § 707.7; and with Braille instructions for initiating the speech mode. Standards §§ 220, 305, 309, 703.3, 707.

Provide a bathtub that has clearance alongside that is at least 30 inches wide and at least as long as the bathtub. An accessible lavatory may be provided within the clearance at the foot end of the tub (shower head side). Where a permanent seat is provided at the head of the bathtub, the seat shall be between 17 inches and 19 inches above the bathroom floor, shall be a minimum of 15 inches deep, and shall extend from the back wall to or beyond the outer edge of the tub, and provide clearance extending at least 12 inches beyond the wall at the head end of the tub. Where a permanent seat is not provided at the head of the bathtub, a removable seat shall be provided such that the top of the seat is 17 inches to 19 inches above the bathroom floor, the seat is between 15 inches and 16 inches deep, and the seat is capable of secure placement. Provide two parallel horizontal grab bars on the back (long) wall of the bathtub, one mounted between 8 inches and 10 inches above the rim of the bathtub and the other mounted between 33 inches and 36 inches above the bathroom floor. If the bathtub has a permanent seat, these two grab bars shall be 15 inches maximum from the head end wall and 12 inches maximum from the foot end wall; if the bathtub does not have a permanent seat, these two grab bars shall be 24 inches long minimum and shall be mounted 24 inches maximum from the head end wall and 12 inches maximum from the foot end wall. Provide one horizontal grab bar at the foot end of the bathtub that extends at least 24 inches from the outer edge of the bathtub toward the back (long) wall of the tub between 33 inches and 36 inches high. If the bathtub does not have a permanent seat, provide one horizontal grab bar at least 12 inches long located on the head end wall, towards the outside of the tub between 33 inches and 36 inches high. The bathtub shall have the following features: controls mounted below the grab bar between the open side of the bathtub and the centerline of the width of the bathtub, operable with one hand, without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist, that require no more than 5 pounds of force to operate; a shower spray unit with an on/off control with a non-positive shutoff and a hose at least 59 inches long that can be used both as a fixed shower head and as a hand-held shower and that delivers water no hotter than 120 degrees; enclosures, if any, that do not obstruct bathtub controls or obstruct transfers from wheelchairs onto bathtub seats or into bathtubs and that do not have tracks mounted on their rims; and a seat that complies with § 610. Standards §§ 213.3.6, 607, 609, 610.

Provide a fully accessible transfer or roll-in type shower compartment with the following features: controls that are operable with one hand, without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist, that require no more than 5 pounds of force to operate; a shower spray unit with an on/off control with a non-positive shutoff and a hose at least 59 inches long that can be used both as a fixed shower head and as a hand-held shower and that delivers water no hotter than 120 degrees; a curb at the shower entrance that is no higher than ½ inch and, in roll-in showers, is beveled if higher than ¼ inch; enclosures, if any, that do not obstruct controls, faucets, or spray units and do not obstruct transfers from wheelchairs onto shower seats; and grab bars that comply with § 609. If the shower is transfer type, the compartment shall be 36 inches by 36 inches, the entrance shall be at least 36 inches wide, and clearance adjacent to the opening shall be 36 inches wide by 48 inches long measured from the control wall (so that the clearance extends beyond the seat); provide grab bars across the control wall and across the back wall to a point 18 inches from the control wall; provide a rectangular or L-shaped seat complying with § 610 between 17 and 19 inches high extending from the back wall to within 3 inches of the entry; and provide controls on the wall opposite the seat above the grab bar, between 38 and 48 inches high, on the open side of the compartment. If the shower is roll-in type, the compartment shall be 30 inches minimum by 60 inches minimum, the entrance shall be a minimum of 60 inches wide (or a minimum of 36 inches wide at one end of the long side of the compartment), and clearance adjacent to the opening shall be at least 30 inches wide by 60 inches long; provide grab bars on three walls (unless a seat is provided, in which case grab bars shall be on two walls and there shall be no grab bar above the seat), 6 inches maximum from any adjacent wall; and provide controls mounted above the grab bar, no more than 48 inches high; if a seat is provided, it shall comply with § 610.3 and the controls shall be on the back wall adjacent to the seat within 27 inches of the seat wall (unless the shower opening is 36 inches long, in which case the controls can also be on the back wall opposite the seat). Standards §§ 213.3.6, 608, 609, 610.

Provide a shower compartment such that any curb at the shower entrance is no higher than ½ inch (except that in existing transfer showers where provision of a ½ inch curb would disturb the structural reinforcement of the floor slab, the curb can be 2 inches high). Thresholds in roll-in showers shall be beveled with a slope of no more than 50% if higher than ¼ inch. Standards §§ 213.3.6, 608.7.

Provide a grab bar 18 inches long on the wall adjacent to the seat, extending from the control wall, and provide a grab bar extending the full length of the control wall. Grab bars shall be mounted between 33 and 36 inches high to the top of the gripping surface, 1½ inches from the wall on which they are mounted, 1½ inches from any objects projecting below, and 12 inches from any objects projecting above (other than controls or other grab bars, which may be within 1½ inches above). Standards §§ 213.3.6, 608.3.1, 609.

Grab bars shall be mounted between 33 and 36 inches high to the top of the gripping surface, 1½ inches from the wall on which they are mounted, 1½ inches from any objects projecting below, and 12 inches from any objects projecting above (other than controls or other grab bars, which may be within 1½ inches above). If there is no seat, provide grab bars on three walls mounted within 6 inches of all adjacent walls. If there is a seat in a shower with a 60 inch wide opening, provide grab bars on the back wall and the side wall opposite the seat mounted within 6 inches of the shared corner. If there is a seat in a shower with a 36 inch wide opening, provide grab bars on the back wall and the side wall farthest from the compartment entry within 6 inches of all adjacent walls except the wall on which the seat is mounted. Do not provide grab bars above the seat. Standards §§ 213.3.6, 608.3.2, 608.3.3, 609.

In transfer type shower compartments, provide a seat mounted between 17 and 19 inches high on the wall opposite the controls extending from within 1½ inches of the back wall to within 3 inches of the compartment entry. If the seat is rectangular, it should extend from 2½ inches to between 15 and 16 inches from the wall on which it is mounted. If the seat is L-shaped, the portion near the compartment entry should extend from 2½ inches to between 15 and 16 inches from the wall on which it is mounted, and the portion near the back wall should extend between 14 and 15 inches from the back wall and between 22 and 23 inches from the wall on which it is mounted. Standards §§ 213.3.6, 610.3.

Provide a shower spray unit with a hose at least 59 inches long that can be used both as a fixed shower head and as a hand-held shower, with an on/off control with a non-positive shutoff, that delivers water no hotter than 120 degrees. In facilities that are not medical care facilities, long-term care facilities, transient lodging guest rooms, or residential dwelling units, a fixed shower head mounted at 48 inches above the shower floor may be used in lieu of a hand-held shower head. Standards §§ 213.3.6, 608.6.

Provide counters dispersed throughout the facility (dispersion is not required where only 1 counter is provided) on accessible routes such that each counter has a portion extending the same depth as the counter top and no more than 36 inches high. If a parallel approach is provided, the accessible portion of the counter shall be at least 36 inches long (unless the entire counter is less than 36 inches high) and have clear floor space positioned for a parallel approach; if a forward approach is provided, the accessible portion of the counter shall be at least 30 inches long and have knee and toe space provided under the counter and clear floor space positioned for a forward approach. Standards §§ 227.3, 305, 306, 904.4.

Provide computers equal in number to at least 5% of the total number of computers (but not less than 1) on tables or counters that have clear floor space that is 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep, knee clearance at least 30 inches wide and at least 11 inches deep at 9 inches high and at least 8 inches deep at 27 inches high, and a work surface (including the keyboard surface) between 28 and 34 inches high. Standards §§ 226.1, 305, 306, 902.

Provide accessible check-out aisles, as required in the following chart (unless selling space is less than 5000 square feet, in which case only one accessible checkout aisle is required), at least 36 inches wide (or 32 inches wide at any point not exceeding 24 inches in length) with a counter surface of no more than 38 inches high and a counter lip no more than 2 inches above the counter surface. Where provided, check-writing surfaces shall be between 28 and 34 inches high. If more than one check-out aisle is provided, provide signage identifying accessible check-out aisles in the same location where the check-out number or type is displayed. Standards §§ 206, 227.2, 403.5.1, 703.7.2.1, 902.3, 904.3.

1 to 4

1

5 to 8

2

9 to 15

3

16 and over

3, plus 20% of additional aisles

Operable parts and controls of this element shall be operable with no more than 5 pounds of force with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated, push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs). The controls shall be between 15 and 48 inches high and accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair. Standards §§ 205.1, 305, 308, 309.4.

Operable parts and controls of this element shall be operable with no more than 5 pounds of force and with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated, push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs). Standards §§ 205.1, 309.4.

Operable parts and controls of this element shall be no more than 48 inches high for a forward reach, or no more than 44 inches high if over an obstruction between 20 and 25 inches deep (for a forward reach, obstructions may not be deeper than 25 inches and obstructions must allow knee space); or mounted not more than 48 inches high for a side reach, or no more than 46 inches high if over an obstruction between 10 and 24 inches deep (for a side reach, obstruction may not be deeper than 24 inches); and accompanied by clear floor space of 30 inches by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair. Standards §§ 205.1, 305, 308.2, 308.3.

Operable parts and controls of this element shall be between 15 and 48 inches high and accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair. Standards §§ 205.1, 305, 308.2, 308.3, 309.

Provide a door that has at least one active leaf with at least 32 inches of clear opening width, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop, when the door is open 90 degrees (or, in the case of automatic doors, the door shall have 32 inches clear opening provided by all leaves in the open position); that has clear and level maneuvering clearance that complies with § 404.2.4 (unless the door is automatic and either has standby power or remains open with the power off); and that has a threshold not exceeding ½ inch in height (or ¾ inch in height if the threshold is existing or altered) and, if it is greater than ¼ inch in height, beveled with a slope no greater than 50%. All hardware and operating devices shall be operable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; shall require no more than five pounds of force to operate; and shall be mounted between 34 and 48 inches high. All automatic door opener operating devices shall be easy to operate with one hand; shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate; shall not require more than 5 pounds of force to operate; shall be mounted between 15 and 48 inches high on an accessible route; and shall be accompanied by a clear floor space that is 48 inches by 30 inches and is beyond the arc of the door’s swing. Standards §§ 206.4, 305, 308, 309.4, 404.

Provide a door with hardware, mounted between 34 and 48 inches high, that is operable with one hand and does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist and requires no more than 5 pounds of force to operate. Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs. Standards §§ 206.4, 206.5, 309.4, 404.2.7.

Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open (not including the initial force needed to overcome inertia, retracting bolts, etc.). Standards §§ 206.5, 404.2.9.

The minimum space between two hinged or pivoted doors shall be at least 48 inches plus the width of any door(s) swinging into the space. Standards §§ 206.5, 404.2.6.

Provide maneuvering clearance at the door that complies with the following chart. Standards §§ 206.5, 404.2.4.1.

From front, pull side

60 inches

18 inches

From front, push side

48 inches

0 inches (12 inches if closer and latch are present)

From hinge, pull side

60 inches

36 inches

From hinge, pull side

54 inches

42 inches

From hinge, push side

42 inches (48 inches if closer and latch are present)

22 inches (beyond hinge side)

From latch, pull side

48 inches (54 inches if closer is present)

24 inches

From latch, push side

42 inches (48 inches if closer is present)

24 inches

At least 60% of all public entrances and the following entrances shall be fully accessible: elevated walkways, all direct access entrances from parking structures, at least one direct access entrance from tunnels, at least one entrance to each tenant space, at least one primary entrance to a residential dwelling unit, and at least one restricted entrance to a facility. Provide signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all accessible entrances and signage at all inaccessible entrances directing users to the accessible entrance(s). Standards §§ 206.4, 216.6, 401.1, 402, 404, 703, 703.7.2.1.

The floor or ground area within the door’s required clearances shall have a slope no greater than 2.08%, or an automatic door opener with standby power or that remains open with the power off. All automatic door opener operating devices shall be easy to operate with one hand; shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate; shall not require more than 5 pounds of force to operate; shall be mounted between 15 and 48 inches high on an accessible route; and shall be accompanied by a clear floor space that is 48 inches by 30 inches and is beyond the arc of the door’s swing. Standards §§ 206.4, 305, 308, 309.4, 404.2.4.4, 404.3.5.

Provide remote monitoring or a notification system within accessible reach ranges and with accessible clear floor space at this entrance. The door will be unlocked promptly when needed, and voice communication shall not required to gain access. Standards §§ 206.4.7, 230.1, 305, 308, 708.

Revolving doors, gates, and turnstiles shall not be part of any accessible route. Standards §§ 206.4, 404.2.1.

Provide accessible directional signage at inaccessible entrances directing users to the accessible entrance, and provide accessible signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all permanent accessible entrances. Standards §§ 216.6, 703.5, 703.7.2.1.

Provide maneuvering clearance in accordance with the following chart. Standards §§ 206.5, 404.2.4.2, 404.3.2.

From front

48 inches

0 inches

From side, where no door is present

42 inches

0 inches

From pocket/hinge side

42 inches

22 inches (beyond pocket/hinge side)

From stop/latch side

42 inches

24 inches

Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no more than ¼ inch high, or is between ¼ inch and ½ inch high (¾ inch high if the threshold is existing or altered) and is beveled with a slope no greater than 50%. Standards §§ 206.5, 302, 303, 404.2.5.

Provide a door that has at least one active leaf with a clear opening at least 32 inches wide when measured from the face of the door to the edge of the other door when one door is opened 90 degrees OR provide an automatic opener that opens both doors simultaneously, even with the power off. Automatic door opener operating devices shall be easy to operate with one hand; shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate; shall not require more than 5 pounds of force to operate; shall be mounted between 15 and 48 inches high on an accessible route; and shall be accompanied by a clear floor space that is 48 inches by 30 inches and is beyond the arc of the door’s swing. Standards §§ 206.5, 305, 308, 309.4, 404.2.3, 404.3.1.

Provide a door with a clear opening at least 32 inches wide, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop, when the door is open 90 degrees. Standards §§ 206.4, 206.5, 404.2.3.

Provide permanent room signage meeting the requirements of the Standards for raised characters, visual characters, and pictograms; accompanied by Grade 2 Braille. Tactile signs shall be mounted between 48 and 60 inches high on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door or on the nearest adjacent wall (except that signs can be mounted on the inactive leaf of a double door or on the push side of doors with closers and without hold-open devices); and shall be located so that a clear floor space of at least 18 inches by 18 inches, centered on the tactile characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door’s swing between the closed and 45 degrees open positions. Standards §§ 216, 703.

Provide a power operated swinging door that has two guide rails or walls that project from the face of the door jambs a distance of at least the width of the door on the outward swing side, or to at least the outside leading edge of the activating carpet less 5 inches; are a minimum of 30 inches high measured from the floor surface; have panels or dividers to inhibit access to the protected area; have a maximum of 6 inches of clearance between the rail and the door in the fully open position, or between the rail and the leading edge of the door at the point in its arc of travel where it is closest to the rail; and that have a 2 inch minimum clearance between the rail at the hinge side and the door in the fully open position. Free standing guide rails shall have a maximum dimension between the rail and the jamb (or other adjacent surface) of 2 inches. Standards § 404.3, ANSI/BHMA A156.10-1999.

50% of all drinking fountains on each floor shall have a spout outlet no more than 36 inches high and located at least 15 inches from the wall of the vertical support and no more than 5 inches from the front edge, which provides a flow of water at least 4 inches high no more than 5 inches from the front of the unit. Fountain controls shall be operable with one hand; shall require no more than 5 pounds of force to operate; and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate. Clear floor space shall be at least 30 inches by 48 inches (36 inches by 48 inches if the unit is in an alcove more than 24 inches deep) positioned for a forward approach and centered on the unit; and knee clearance shall be at least 11 inches deep at 9 inches high and at least 8 inches deep at 27 inches high. Additionally, 50% of all drinking fountains on each floor shall have a spout outlet between 38 and 43 inches high (where there is an uneven number of drinking fountains, the last fountain can comply with either of the requirements herein, except that at least 1 fountain must comply with each, and all fountains must comply with one or the other). Standards §§ 211, 602.

Provide a drinking fountain with controls that are operable with one hand, that require 5 pounds of force or less to operate, and that can be operated without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. Standards §§ 211, 602.3, 309.4.

Provide 50% of all drinking fountains on each floor or exterior site with a spout outlet between 38 and 43 inches high and 50% of all drinking fountains on each floor or exterior site with a spout outlet no more than 36 inches high that otherwise complies with the Standards. At least one of each type shall be provided. Standards §§ 211, 602.4, 602.7.

Provide a drinking fountain with a clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches (36 inches by 48 inches if the unit is in an alcove more than 24 inches deep) positioned for a forward approach and centered on the unit. Knee clearance shall be at least 11 inches deep at 9 inches high and at least 8 inches deep at 27 inches high. Standards §§ 211, 305, 306, 602.2.

Provide a drinking fountain that directs the water flow in a trajectory that is at least 4 inches high and no more than 5 inches from the front edge of the unit. Standards §§ 211, 602.6.

At least 5% (but no fewer than 1) of dining or work surfaces shall be available for use by people with mobility disabilities. Each accessible dining or work surface shall be on an accessible route; with clear floor space 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep positioned for a forward approach; with knee clearance at least 11 inches deep at 9 inches high and at least 8 inches deep at 27 inches high; and with a dining or work surface between 28 inches and 34 inches high. They shall be distributed throughout the facility, if applicable. Standards §§ 226, 305, 306, 902.

Provide food services lines with tray slide surfaces between 28 inches and 34 inches high. Dispensing devices for tableware, dishware, condiments, food, and beverages shall be within accessible reach ranges. Where self-service shelves are provided, at least 50%, but not less than 1 of each type, shall have accessible reach ranges. Standards §§ 227.4, 308, 904.5.

Provide an accessible elevator such that all of its elements, including automatic operation, call buttons, hall lanterns, hoistway signage, door opening, cab size, car controls, and emergency communications, comply with the Standards. Standards §§ 206.6, 407.

Provide an elevator with a cab that complies with the following chart (except that an existing elevator may have a cab in any configuration that provides a clear floor area of at least 16 square feet, an inside clear depth of at least 54 inches and a clear width of at least 36 inches). Standards §§ 206.6, 407.4.1.

Centered

42 inches

80 inches

51 inches

54 inches

Side (off-centered)

36 inches*

68 inches

51 inches

54 inches

Any

36 inches*

54 inches

80 inches

80 inches

Any

36 inches*

60 inches†

60 inches†

60 inches†

* A tolerance of ⅝ inch is allowed.

†Other configurations that provide turning space complying with 304 are allowed.

Provide hall (lobby) call buttons with visible signals indicating when each call is registered and when each call is answered. The call buttons shall be between 15 and 48 inches high (except that existing buttons can be 54 inches high); shall be at least ¾ inch in the smallest dimension, with the button designating the up direction on top; and the call buttons shall be raised or flush (except that existing buttons can be recessed). Standards §§ 206.6, 407.2.1.

Provide car control buttons that are at least ¾ inch in their smallest dimension, are raised or flush, and are designated by Braille and raised characters. The call buttons for emergency stop, alarm, door open, door close, main entry floor, and phone shall be designated by symbols as required in § 407.4.7.1.3; all raised designations for control buttons shall be placed immediately to the left of the buttons to which they apply; floor buttons shall be provided with visual indicators to show that a call has been registered and shall extinguish when the car arrives at the floor; all buttons shall be between 15 and 48 inches high (or no more than 54 inches high if there are more than 16 floors or openings and a parallel approach is provided); and emergency controls, including the emergency alarm and emergency stop, shall be grouped at the bottom of the panel with their centerlines at least 35 inches high. Buttons shall be arranged with numbers in ascending order and reading from left to right. Standards §§ 206.6, 407.4.6, 407.4.7, 703.2, 703.3.

Provide visual car position indicators with characters at least ½ inch high above the car control panel or over the door that show the position of the elevator in the hoistway. Indicators shall emit an audible and visual signal as the car passes or stops at a floor served by the elevator, with the corresponding floor designation being illuminated. Standards §§ 206.6, 407.4.8.

Provide horizontal sliding doors that open and close automatically with a reopening device that will stop and reopen the car door and hoistway door automatically if the door becomes obstructed by an object or person. The device shall be capable of completing these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing through the opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches; door reopening devices shall remain effective for at least 20 seconds, after which the doors may close; the minimum time from notification that a car is answering a call until the doors of that car start to close shall be 5 seconds; and the minimum time for elevator doors to remain fully open in response to a car call shall be 3 seconds. Standards §§ 206.6, 407.3.

Provide a two-way communication system that provides both audible and visible signals, with operable parts between 15 and 48 inches high, and identified by raised characters and Braille adjacent to the device. If the system uses a handset, the cord shall be at least 29 inches long. If the system is located in a closed compartment, the compartment door hardware shall operate without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist. Standards §§ 206.6, 308, 309.4, 407.4.9, 703.2, 708.

Provide emergency controls, including the emergency alarm and emergency stop, grouped at the bottom of the panel with their centerlines at least 35 inches high. Standards §§ 206.6, 407.4.6.4.

Provide horizontal clearance between the car platform sill and the edge of the hoistway landings that does not exceed 1¼ inches. This can be achieved by replacing the sill or by otherwise modifying the conditions. Provide a self-leveling feature that automatically brings the car to floor landings within ½ inch. Standards §§ 206.6, 407.4.3, 407.4.4.

Provide hall signals (which may be in-car signals) at each hoistway entrance that emit a visible and audible signal indicating which car is answering a call and the direction of travel. Audible signals shall sound once for the up direction and twice for the down direction or have verbal annunciators indicating direction; and visible signals shall be at least 2½ inches tall, mounted with the centerline at least 72 inches high, and visible from the vicinity of the hall call button. Existing elevators do not need to signal the direction of travel or comply with specific requirements for visible signals. Standards §§ 206.6, 407.2.2.

Provide signage with raised and Braille floor designations on both jambs of hoistway entrances, mounted between 48 and 60 inches high, with characters at least 2 inches tall. Provide a tactile star on both jambs at the main entry level. Standards §§ 206.6, 407.2.3, 703.2, 703.3, 703.4.1.

Where existing elevators are not fully accessible, clearly identify accessible elevators with the International Symbol of Accessibility. Standards §§ 216.7, 703.7.2.1.

Provide this feature or service in such a way that people with disabilities are given an equal opportunity to participate in or benefit from the aid, benefit, or service provided. 28 C.F.R. § 35.130.

The next time that golf cars are purchased, provide a reasonable number of accessible golf cars (but no fewer than one) to provide program accessibility to individuals with mobility disabilities. Additionally, establish and implement policies and procedures to ensure that accessible cars are available to persons with disabilities. These will include, for example, allowing persons with disabilities to reserve an accessible car or use it without reservations; renting out the accessible golf car to people without disabilities only when all other cars are in use; charging the same for the use of the accessible car as for the use of others; and maintaining the accessible car so it is operable and in good condition. Accessible cars may be used by golfers without disabilities when consistent with the policies set out above. 28 C.F.R. §§ 35.149, 35.150(a).

Provide a kitchen with at least 60 inches of clearance between all opposing base cabinets, counter tops, appliances, or walls within the kitchen work area (except in a pass-through kitchen with 2 entries, where the clearance may be 40 inches). All appliances shall have clear floor space complying with § 305; combination refrigerators and freezers have at least 50% of the freezer space no more than 54 inches high; sinks comply with § 606: and at least 50% of all shelf space complies with § 811. Standards §§ 212, 305, 606, 804, 811.

Provide accessible sleeping rooms as required in the following chart. Guest rooms required to provide mobility features shall be dispersed among the various classes of guest rooms available to the general public based on amenities such as room size, view, number of beds, etc., and restrictions such as non smoking. Where the minimum number of guest rooms required to comply is not sufficient to allow for complete dispersion, guest rooms will be dispersed in the following priority: 1) guest room type, 2) number of beds, 3) amenities. At least one guest room required to provide mobility features shall also provide communication features. Not more than 10 percent of guest rooms required to provide mobility features shall be used to satisfy the minimum number of guest rooms required to provide communication features. Standards §§ 224.2, 224.5.

1 to 25

1

0

26 to 50

2

0

51 to 75

4

1

76 to 100

5

1

101 to 150

7

2

151 to 200

8

2

201 to 300

10

3

301 to 400

12

4

401 to 500

13

4

501 to 1000

3% of total

1% of total

1001 and over

30, plus 2 for each 100 over 1000

10, plus 1 for each 100 over 1000.

Provide sleeping rooms, as required in the following chart, with visible notification devices provided to alert room occupants of incoming telephone calls and a door knock or bell. Notification devices shall not be connected to visible alarm signal appliances. Provide a telephone with volume control served by an electrical outlet within accessible reach ranges located within 48 inches of the telephone. Guest rooms required to provide communication feature shall be dispersed among the various classes of guest rooms available to the general public based on amenities such as room size, view, number of beds, etc., and restrictions such as non smoking. Where the minimum number of guest rooms required to comply is not sufficient to allow for complete dispersion, guest rooms will be dispersed in the following priority: 1) guest room type, 2) number of beds, 3) amenities. At least one guest room required to provide mobility features shall also provide communication features. Not more than 10 percent of guest rooms required to provide mobility features shall be used to satisfy the minimum number of guest rooms required to provide communication features. Standards §§ 224.4, 224.5.

2 to 25

2

26 to 50

4

51 to 75

7

76 to 100

9

101 to 150

12

151 to 200

14

201 to 300

17

301 to 400

20

401 to 500

22

501 to 1000

5% of total

1001 and over

50, plus 3 for each 100 over 1000

Provide vanity counter top space that is comparable, in terms of size and proximity to the lavatory, to the vanity counter top space provided in non-accessible guest toilet or bathing rooms. Standards §§ 224.2, 806.2.4.1.

In guest rooms with more than 25 beds, provide at least 5% of the beds with clear floor space as follows: along both sides of a bed, provide clear floor space that is at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches long (except where there is an alcove alongside the bed, in which case the clear floor space shall be 36 inches wide) positioned for a parallel approach to the side of the bed. Where a single clear floor space is provided between two beds, a clear floor space is not required on both sides of a bed. Standards §§ 224.3, 305, 806.2.3.

Along both sides of a bed, provide clear floor space that is at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches long (except where there is an alcove alongside the bed, in which case the clear floor space shall be 36 inches wide) positioned for a parallel approach to the side of the bed. Where a single clear floor space is provided between two beds, a clear floor space is not required on both sides of a bed. Standards §§ 224.2, 305, 806.2.3.

If an emergency warning system is provided in the facility, provide in all guest rooms required to have communication features a permanently installed audible and visible alarm complying with NFPA 72, except that the sound level shall be no more than 110 dB. Signals for sleeping areas shall have a sound level of at least 15 db above the average ambient sound level, or 5 db above the maximum sound level with a duration of at least 60 seconds, or at least 75 dBA, whichever is greater, measured at the pillow level. Provide visible notification appliances in sleeping areas with effective intensity of 110 candela where the appliances are installed 24 inches or more below the ceiling. Where appliances are installed less than 24 inches below the ceiling, provide an intensity of 177 candela. Standards §§ 224.4, 702.1, 806.3.1; NFPA 72 (2002) §§ 7.4, 7.5.

Provide a lift that is on an accessible route; has interior dimensions of at least 36 inches by 48 inches (or at least 42 inches by 60 inches if the entry is on the side); facilitates unassisted entry, operation, and exit; has a floor surface that is firm, stable, and slip-resistant, has changes of level at the entrance and exit that are no more than ¼ inch high or between ¼ inch and ½ inch high and beveled to a slope no greater than 50%. Lift operating controls shall be located between 15 and 48 inches high; shall be usable with one hand; will not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate; and will require no more than 5 pounds of force to operate. Lift doors and gates shall either be self-closing or operate by a low energy power operator, shall remain open for at least 20 seconds, and shall be at least 32 inches wide (or, if on the side of the lift, at least 42 inches wide). The gap between the platform sill and the edge of the runway landing shall be 1¼ inches or less. Provide standby power if the lift serves as part of an accessible means of egress. Standards §§ 206.7, 207.2, 404.2.4, 410, 302, 303, 305, 308, 309.

Provide a lift at this location that is not attendant-operated and facilitates unassisted entry and exit from the lift. Standards §§ 206.7, 410.1.

At least 5% of all locker rooms, dressing rooms, and fitting rooms shall be on an accessible route; shall contain either a circular turning space of 60 inches in diameter, or a “T” shaped turning space that complies with § 304.3.2; shall contain a 30 inch by 48 inch clear space into which no door swings; shall contain a bench that complies with § 903; shall have at least 1 coat and towel hook, if provided, located within accessible reach ranges; and shall have at least 1 shelf, if provided, between 40 and 48 inches high. Standards §§ 222.1, 304, 308, 803, 903.

Provide a bench with a seat at least 42 inches long and between 20 and 24 inches deep that is either affixed to a wall or has a back support that is at least 42 inches long, is no more than 2½ inches horizontally from the rear edge of the seat, and extends from no more than 2 inches to at least 18 inches above the seat. The top of the seat shall be between 17 and 19 inches high and shall provide clear floor space at the end of the bench parallel to the bench’s short axis. Standards §§ 222.1, 305, 803.4, 903.

Provide at least 5% of the total of each type of locker with at least one of each type of storage element within accessible reach ranges; with clear floor space complying with 305; and with opening mechanisms between 15 and 48 inches high that are usable with one hand, do not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate, and require no more than 5 pounds of force to operate. Standards §§ 225.2.1, 305, 308, 309.4, 811.

Provide at least 5% of all lavatories and sinks with the top of the rim or counter 34 inches high or less; knee clearance at least 30 inches wide, between 9 inches and 27 inches high, extending between 11 and 25 inches deep at 9 inches high, and extending at least 8 inches deep at 27 inches high; and toe clearance at least 30 inches wide and 9 inches high, and extending between 17 and 25 inches deep under the lavatory; water supply and drain pipes insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact; no sharp or abrasive surfaces underneath; clear floor space at least 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep positioned for a forward approach (except that a parallel approach with no knee and toe clearance can be provided at a kitchen sink where there is no cook top or conventional range and at wet bars); and a faucet that can be operated with no more than 5 pounds of force and can be used with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated, push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs). Hand-operated metering faucets shall remain open for at least 10 seconds. Standards §§ 213.3.4, 305, 306, 309, 606.

Provide water supply and drain pipes insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. There shall be no sharp or abrasive surfaces underneath the lavatory or sink. Standards §§ 213.3.4, 606.5.

Provide a lavatory with the top of the rim or counter 34 inches high or less; knee clearance at least 30 inches wide, between 9 inches and 27 inches high, extending between 11 and 25 inches deep at 9 inches high, and extending at least 8 inches deep at 27 inches high; and toe clearance at least 30 inches wide and 9 inches high, and extending between 17 and 25 inches deep under the lavatory. Standards §§ 213.3.4, 306, 606.2, 606.3.

Provide a lavatory with a faucet that can be operated with no more than 5 pounds of force and can be used with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated, push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs). Hand-operated metering faucets shall remain open for at least 10 seconds. Standards §§ 213.3.4, 309.4, 606.4.

Provide a lavatory with clear floor space at least 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep positioned for a forward approach. Standards §§ 213.3.4, 305, 606.

Maintain this feature in operable working condition. 28 C.F.R. § 35.133.

On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance(s), provide standard accessible and van accessible parking spaces designated as reserved for people with disabilities, as required in the following chart. Standard accessible spaces shall be a at least 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 60 inches wide. Van accessible spaces shall be at least 132 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 60 inches wide, or at least 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide. Access aisles shall extend the full length of the parking spaces they serve and shall be marked so as to discourage parking in them. At sites with 5 or more parking spaces, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, mounted at least 60 inches high to the bottom of the sign. At van accessible spaces, provide an additional “van accessible” sign mounted at least 60 inches high to the bottom of the sign. All spaces and access aisles for persons with disabilities shall contain no changes in level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2.08%, and their surfaces shall be firm, stable, and slip-resistant. If the parking facility does not serve a particular building or facility, provide accessible parking on the shortest accessible route to an accessible pedestrian entrance of the parking facility. If the parking facility serves a building with multiple accessible entrances or multiple buildings or facilities, provide dispersed parking spaces located on an accessible route closest to the accessible entrances. If the parking facility is a parking garage or otherwise has limitations on vertical clearances, provide minimum vertical clearance of 98 inches at the van accessible parking spaces and along at least one vehicle access route to such spaces from site entrances and exits. Standards §§ 208, 302, 502, 703.7.2.1.

1 to 25

1

1

26 to 50

2

1

51 to 75

3

1

76 to 100

4

1

101 to 150

5

1

151 to 200

6

1

201 to 300

7

2

301 to 400

8

2

401 to 500

9

2

501 to 1000

2% of total

1 in every 6 accessible spaces

1001 and over

20, plus 1 for each 100 over 1000

1 in every 6 accessible spaces

At each accessible parking space, provide an access aisle that is at least 60 inches wide, except at van accessible parking spaces that are less than 132 inches wide, in which case provide an access aisle at least 96 inches wide. All access aisles shall adjoin an accessible route; extend the full length of the parking space they serve; be marked so as to discourage parking in them; contain no changes in level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2.08%; and have surfaces that are firm, stable, and slip-resistant. Standards §§ 208, 302, 502.

At sites with 5 or more parking spaces, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, and, at van accessible parking spaces, provide an additional “van accessible” sign. Mount signs at least 60 inches high to the bottom of the sign. Standards §§ 208, 216.5, 502.6, 703.7.2.1.

Provide designated accessible parking spaces and access aisles that contain no changes in level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2.08%, with surfaces that are firm, stable, and slip-resistant. Standards §§ 208, 302, 502.4.

Provide a van accessible parking space that is a minimum of 132 inches wide and served by an access aisle at least 60 inches wide, or a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by an access aisle at least 96 inches wide; and designated by a vertical sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and an additional “van accessible” sign mounted at least 60 inches high to the bottom of the signs (unless there are 4 or fewer total parking spaces, in which case, signage is not required). The space and access aisle shall contain no changes in level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2.08%, and shall have surfaces that are firm, stable, and slip-resistant; and the access aisle shall be marked so as to discourage parking in it. Standards §§ 208, 302, 502.

Provide designated accessible parking spaces that are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 60 inches wide. Provide van accessible parking spaces that are a minimum of 132 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 60 inches wide, or are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide. Standards §§ 208, 502.2, 502.3.1.

Provide accessible parking spaces such that the spaces are dispersed and located on the shortest accessible route to each of the accessible facility entrances. Standards § 208.3.1.

Provide a minimum vertical clearance of 98 inches at designated van accessible parking spaces and along at least one vehicle access route to such spaces from site entrances and exits. Standards §§ 208, 502.5.

Provide accessible parking that is located on the shortest accessible route to an accessible pedestrian entrance to the facility. Standards § 208.3.

Provide a passenger loading zone on an accessible route such that the pull-up space is at least 96 inches wide and 20 feet long, and the loading zone has a vertical clearance of at least 114 inches, has an access aisle at least 60 inches wide and 20 feet long adjacent, parallel to, and on the same level as the vehicle pull-up space, and has a surface that is firm, stable, slip-resistant, and level with a slope of no more than 2.08% in any direction. Standards §§ 209, 302, 503.

Provide at least one of each type of ground level play component such that it is accessible and it is on an accessible route. Where elevated play components are provided, provide ground level play components in accordance with the following chart, and at least 50% of elevated play components shall be on an accessible route and shall be accessible. Accessible play components shall have accessible turning space on the same level (immediately adjacent in the case of swings), with clear ground or floor space that is stable, firm, and slip resistant and contains no changes in level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2.08%. Where 2 or more required ground level play components are provided, they shall be dispersed throughout the play area and integrated with other play components. Where play components (other than slides) require transfer to entry points or seats, the entry points shall be between 11 inches and 24 inches high. Where transfer is intended from wheelchairs or other mobility aids, transfer platforms shall have level surfaces at least 14 inches deep and 24 inches wide; between 11 and 18 inches high; adjacent to a transfer space at least 48 inches long and 30 inches deep with the longer side centered on and parallel to the longer side of the transfer platform, such that the side of the transfer platform serving the transfer space is unobstructed; and at least one means of support for transferring shall be provided. Where movement is intended from transfer platforms to levels with elevated play components required to be on accessible routes, transfer steps shall have level surfaces at least 14 inches deep and 24 inches wide; each transfer step shall be no more than 8 inches high, and at least one means of support for transferring shall be provided. Standards §§ 206.2.17, 240, 304, 305, 402, 1008.

1

not applicable

not applicable

2 to 4

1

1

5 to 7

2

2

8 to 10

3

3

11 to 13

4

3

14 to 16

5

3

17 to 19

6

3

20 to 22

7

4

23 to 25

8

4

26 and over

8, plus 1 for each additional 3 over 25

5

Provide at least 3% of the total number of general holding or housing cells, and at least one of each type of special holding or housing cell (such as a cell serving a particular courtroom, or those used for orientation, protective custody, administrative or disciplinary detention or segregation, detoxification, or medical isolation), such that the cells provide the following mobility features: turning space complying with § 304; where benches are provided, at least one bench complying with § 903; where beds are provided, a bed with clear floor space complying with § 305 parallel to at least one side of the bed; where provided, at least one toilet, one lavatory, and one bathtub or shower complying with the applicable requirements of §§ 603 through 610. Cells with mobility features shall be provided in each classification level. 28 C.F.R. § 35.151(k). Standards §§ 232, 304, 305, 603, 604, 606, 607, 608, 609, 610, 807.2, 903.

Where audible emergency alarms systems and/or permanently installed telephones are provided, provide at least 2% of the total number of general holding or housing cells such that the cells are equipped with visible alarms complying with § 702 and/or telephones with volume controls complying with § 704.3, respectively. Standards §§ 232.2.2, 702, 704.3, 807.3.

Where at least one pay telephone is provided in a secured area used only by detainees or inmates and security personnel, provide at least one TTY in at least one secured area. If the TTY is a portable unit, adopt policies and procedures to ensure that access afforded to the TTY for detainees and inmates with disabilities is equal to the access afforded to inmates who use the standard telephone. In addition, where detainee and inmate telephone calls are time-limited, adopt policies permitting detainees and inmates with disabilities who use TTYs a longer period of time to make those calls, due to the slower nature of TTY communications compared with voice communications. 28 C.F.R. § 35.160(a); Standards §§ 216.9, 217.4.8, 704.4.

Provide a visitation or other such area such that at least 5% of cubicles provide accessible clear floor space and work surfaces on both the visitor and detainee sides. Where counters are provided, provide at least one that is, on both the visitor and detainee side, at least 30 inches long and no more than 36 inches high, with knee space and clear floor space provided under the counter. Where solid partitions or security glazing separate visitors from detainees, at least one of each type shall have a method to facilitate voice communication. Standards §§ 232.5, 305, 306, 902, 904.4.2, 904.6.

Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide between handrails, with a slope not exceeding 8.33% and a cross slope not exceeding 2.08%; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of every ramp run; with level landings at least 60 inches by 60 inches when the ramp changes direction; and with no changes in level other than the slope and cross-slope. The ramp shall have no run containing a rise greater than 30 inches. On each side of ramp runs and landings, provide edge protection that consists of either an extended ground surface at least 12 inches beyond the edge of the surface of the ramp or landing, or a curb or barrier that prevents the passage of a 4 inch diameter sphere where any part of the sphere is within 4 inches of the surface. On both sides of ramps with rises greater than 6 inches, provide handrails that have a diameter between 1¼ and 2 inches or a perimeter between 4 inches and 6¼ inches and a cross section of no more than 2¼ inches such that the handrails are continuous along the full length of the ramp run. Inside handrails on switchbacks or doglegs shall be continuous between runs; handrails shall have a continuous gripping surface extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface; extensions shall return to the wall, guard, or landing surface (or continue on as handrails); handrails shall not rotate within their fittings; handrails shall be mounted at a consistent height between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface and at least 1½ inches from the wall; gripping surfaces and adjacent surfaces shall be free of sharp or abrasive elements and have rounded edges; and gripping surfaces shall not be obstructed along their tops or sides and the bottoms shall not be obstructed for more than 20% of their length and have no horizontal projections occurring closer than 1½ inches from the bottom of the gripping surface (except that the distance between horizontal projections and the bottom of the gripping surface can be reduced by ⅛ inch for each ½ inch of handrail perimeter over 4 inches). If the ramp is subject to wet conditions, landings shall be designed to prevent the accumulation of water. Standards §§ 206.2, 405, 505.

On both sides of the ramp, provide handrails that have a diameter between 1¼ and 2 inches or a perimeter between 4 inches and 6¼ inches and a cross section of no more than 2¼ inches such that the handrails are continuous along the full length of the ramp run. Inside handrails on switchbacks or doglegs shall be continuous between runs; handrails shall have a continuous gripping surface extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface (except in alterations where extensions would be hazardous due to plan configuration); extensions shall return to the wall, guard, or landing surface (or continue on as handrails); handrails shall not rotate within their fittings; handrails shall be mounted at a consistent height between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface and at least 1½ inches from the wall; gripping surfaces and adjacent surfaces shall be free of sharp or abrasive elements and have rounded edges; and gripping surfaces shall not be obstructed along their tops or sides and the bottoms shall not be obstructed for more than 20% of their length and have no horizontal projections occurring closer than 1½ inches from the bottom of the gripping surface (except that the distance between horizontal projections and the bottom of the gripping surface can be reduced by ⅛ inch for each ½ inch of handrail perimeter over 4 inches). Standards §§ 206.2, 405.8, 505.

On each side of ramp runs and landings, provide edge protection that consists of either an extended ground surface at least 12 inches beyond the edge of the surface of the ramp or landing, or a curb or barrier that prevents the passage of a 4 inch diameter sphere where any part of the sphere is within 4 inches of the surface. Standards §§ 206.2, 405.9.

Provide a ramp with a slope no greater than 8.33%, unless there are space limitations and the ramp serves an existing site, building, or facility, and has a rise of no more than 6 inches, in which case a ramp may be provided in accordance with the following chart. Standards §§ 206.2, 405.2.

3 inches

Not steeper than 12.5%

6 inches

Not steeper than 10%

Provide landings at the top and bottom of each ramp run such that the landings have slopes of no more than 2.08% in any direction and contain no changes in level; the landings are at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of every ramp run; and any landings provided where the ramp changes direction are at least 60 inches by 60 inches. On each side of the ramp, provide edge protection that consists of either an extended ground surface at least 12 inches beyond the edge of the surface of the landing, or a curb or barrier that prevents the passage of a 4 inch diameter sphere where any part of the sphere is within 4 inches of the surface. If the ramp is subject to wet conditions, landings shall be designed to prevent the accumulation of water. Standards §§ 206.2, 405.7.

Provide at least one of each type of storage (including coat hooks) such that it has a clear floor space complying with § 305; it is within accessible reach ranges; and it has operable parts, if any, that are operable with one hand and do not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate. Where shelves are provided in toilet and bathing rooms, provide a shelf between 40 and 48 inches high. No storage element shall protrude more than 4 inches into the walkway between 27 inches and 80 inches high. Standards §§ 213.3.7, 225, 305, 308, 309.4, 603.4, 811.

Provide an accessible toilet room such that all of the room’s elements, including signage, door, door hardware, clear floor space, toilet, stall size and arrangement (if any), urinal (if provided), grab bars, lavatory, mirror, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards §§ 204, 205, 206, 213, 216, 225, 301.1, 401.1, 601.1, 703, 811.

Provide an accessible toilet compartment at least 60 inches wide and at least 59 inches deep (or at least 56 inches deep with a wall-mounted toilet) such that all of the compartment’s elements, including door, door hardware, toilet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards §§ 213.3.1, 301.1, 404, 604, 604.8.1, 609.

Provide a coat hook or towel hook between 15 and 48 inches high accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches. Standards §§ 213.3.7, 305, 308, 603.4.

Provide a flush control mounted on the “open” side of the toilet’s clear floor space, between 15 and 48 inches high, and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 309.4, 604.6.

Provide at least one mirror such that, if it is mounted above a lavatory or countertop, it is mounted with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface no more than 40 inches high; or, if it is not mounted above a lavatory or countertop, it is mounted with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface no more than 35 inches high. Standards §§ 213.2, 603.3.

Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is mounted with its centerline between 7 and 9 inches from the front of the toilet and with its outlet between 15 and 48 inches high with continuous paper flow that does not control delivery. The dispenser shall be mounted either at least 1½ inches below the side grab bar or at least 12 inches above the side grab bar. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 604.7, 609.3.

Provide a toilet with its centerline between 16 and 18 inches from the near side wall. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 604.2.

Provide a stall-type or a wall-hung urinal with a rim mounted 17 inches high or less; a depth of at least 13½ inches from the outer face to the rear of the urinal; a clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep positioned for a forward approach; and a flush control between 15 and 48 inches high or an automatic flush. Standards §§ 213.3.3, 305, 308.2, 309.4, 605.

Provide a toilet with the top of the seat 17 to 19 inches high. The seat shall not be sprung to return to a lifted position. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 604.4.

Provide accessible directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at inaccessible toilet rooms indicating the location of the nearest accessible toilet room, and provide accessible signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all accessible toilet rooms. Standards §§ 216.3, 216.8, 703.5, 703.7.2.1.

Provide a toilet or locker room sign with raised and Braille characters. Tactile signs shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door or the nearest adjacent wall (except that signs can be mounted on the push side of doors with closers and without hold-open devices); mounted between 48 and 60 inches high; and located so that a clear floor space of at least 18 inches by 18 inches, centered on the tactile characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door’s swing between the closed and 45 degrees open positions. If not all toilet rooms are accessible, provide signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all accessible toilet rooms. Standards §§ 216.8, 703.

No door shall swing into the required clear floor space or clearance at any accessible fixture (e.g., toilet, urinal, lavatory). Standards §§ 213.2, 603.2.3.

Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches long (except where wall space does not permit it due to the location of a recessed fixture, in which case the grab bar may be 24 inches long), extending 12 inches from the toilet centerline on one side and 24 inches on the other side (except where an administrative authority requires flush controls to be located in a position that conflicts with the location of the rear grab bar, in which case the bar may be split or shifted to the open side); mounted horizontally between 33 and 36 inches high to the top of the gripping surface; with a diameter between 1¼ and 2 inches (or, if the grab bar is not circular, a perimeter between 4 and 4¾ inches and cross-section dimensions of no more than 2 inches); with 1½ inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object beside or below it and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any object above it. Grab bars shall also comply with requirements for surface hazards, fittings, and structural strength. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 604.5.2, 609.

Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches long (except where wall space does not permit it due to the location of a recessed fixture, in which case the grab bar may be 24 inches long and centered on the toilet), extending 12 inches from the toilet centerline on one side and 24 inches from the toilet centerline on the other side (except where an administrative authority requires flush controls to be located in a position that conflicts with the location of the rear grab bar, in which case the bar may be split or shifted to the open side). Standards §§ 213.3.2, 604.5.2.

Provide grab bars that have at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object projecting beside or below it and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any object projecting above it. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 604.5, 609.3.

Provide a side grab bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer end no more than 12 inches from the rear wall; mounted horizontally between 33 and 36 inches high to the top of the gripping surface; with a diameter between 1¼ and 2 inches (or, if the grab bar is not circular, a perimeter between 4 and 4¾ inches and cross-section dimensions of no more than 2 inches); with 1½ inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object projecting beside or below it and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any projecting object above it. Grab bars shall also comply with requirements for surface hazards, fittings, and structural strength. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 604.5.1, 609.

Provide a side grab bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear wall, and with the closer end no more than 12 inches from the rear wall. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 604.5.1.

Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches long (except where wall space does not permit it due to the location of a recessed fixture, in which case the grab bar may be 24 inches long), extending 12 inches from the toilet centerline on one side and 24 inches on the other side (except where an administrative authority requires flush controls to be located in a position that conflicts with the location of the rear grab bar, in which case the bar may be split or shifted to the open side). Provide a side grab bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer end no more than 12 inches from the rear wall. Grab bars shall be mounted between 33 and 36 inches high to the top of the gripping surface; with a diameter between 1¼ and 2 inches (or, if the grab bar is not circular, a perimeter between 4 and 4¾ inches and cross-section dimensions of no more than 2 inches); with 1½ inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object projecting beside or below it and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any object projecting above it. Grab bars shall also comply with requirements for surface hazards, fittings, and structural strength. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 604.5, 609.

Provide grab bars that are mounted in a horizontal position between 33 and 36 inches high to the top of the gripping surface. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 609.4.

Provide grab bars such that there is 1½ inches between the grab bar and the wall on which it is mounted. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 609.3.

Provide an unobstructed turning space at least 60 inches in diameter or a T-shaped space complying with § 304.3.2. Standards §§ 213.2, 304.3, 603.2.1.

Provide at least one ambulatory accessible compartment that is at least 60 inches deep and between 35 and 37 inches wide with a self-closing door that does not swing into the minimum 60 inch depth; with parallel side grab bars complying with § 604.5.1 and § 609; with the centerline of the toilet between 17 and 19 inches from either side wall or partition; with a door pull on each side of the door near the latch. If the approach is to the latch side of the exterior of the compartment door, clearance between the door opening and any obstruction shall be at least 42 inches. Standards §§ 213.3.1, 604.2, 604.8.2.

Provide a toilet compartment that is at least 60 inches wide and at least 56 inches deep for a wall-mounted toilet or at least 59 inches deep for a floor-mounted toilet, such that the centerline of the toilet is between 16 and 18 inches from the near side wall or partition. If the compartment is 62 inches deep or less, provide toe clearance at least 9 inches high and 6 inches deep under the front partition; and if the compartment is 66 inches wide or less, provide toe clearance at least 9 inches high and 6 inches deep under one of the side partitions. Provide a self-closing compartment door at least 32 inches wide either in the front partition or side partition farthest from the toilet. Standards §§ 213.3.1, 604.8.1.1, 604.8.1.2, 604.8.1.4.

Provide clearance at the toilet that is at least 60 inches wide and 56 inches deep. This clearance may overlap with the toilet, grab bars, dispensers, sanitary napkin disposal, coat hooks, shelves, accessible routes, clear floor space and clearances for other fixtures, and turning space; but no other fixtures or obstructions, including lavatories, may be located within this clearance. Standards §§ 213.3.2, 604.3.

Provide a toilet compartment door complying with § 404 except that, if the approach is to the latch side of the compartment door, clearance between the door side of the compartment and any obstruction shall be at least 42 inches. Doors shall be located in the front partition or in the side wall or partition farthest from the toilet. If located in the front partition, the door opening shall be at least 4 inches from the side wall or partition farthest from the toilet. Where located in the side wall or partition, the door opening shall be at least 4 inches from the front partition. The door shall be self-closing, and a door pull complying with § 404.2.7 shall be placed on both sides of the door near the latch. Toilet compartment doors shall not swing into the minimum required compartment area. Standards §§ 213.3.1, 404, 604.8.1.2.

Provide an accessible toilet room for each gender such that all of the room’s elements, including signage, door, door hardware, clear floor space, toilet, urinal (if provided), compartment size and arrangement (if provided), stall door (if provided), grab bars, lavatory, mirror, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Alternatively, provide one unisex, single user toilet room such that all of the room’s elements, including signage, door, door hardware, clear floor space, toilet, urinal (if provided), grab bars, lavatory, mirror, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards §§ 204, 205, 206, 213.2, 216, 225, 301.1, 401.1, 601.1, 703, 811.

Provide a toilet, grab bars, and dispensers in accordance with the following chart. Flush controls shall be mounted no more than 36 inches high. If the toilet is in a compartment, provide a compartment at least 60 inches wide and at least 59 inches long. Standards §§ 213.2, 604.8.1.1, 604.9.

Toilet Centerline (inches)

12

12 to 15

15 to 18

Toilet Seat Height (inches)

11 to 12

12 to 15

15 to 17

Grab Bar Height (inches)

18 to 20

20 to 25

25 to 27

Dispenser Height (inches)

14

14 to 17

17 to 19

Provide accessible telephones in accordance with the following chart with clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches that allows either a forward or parallel approach such that bases, enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the telephone. All operable parts of the telephone shall be mounted between 15 and 48 inches high; volume control shall be provided; the cord shall be at least 29 inches long from the telephone to the handset; and there shall be a picture of a telephone handset with radiating sound waves. Standards §§ 217, 305, 309, 703.7.2.3, 704.

1 or more single units

1 per floor, level, or exterior site

1 bank of 2 or more

1 per floor, level, or exterior site

2 or more banks

1 per bank

Provide at least one accessible public TTY permanently affixed within or adjacent to a public pay telephone enclosure. The touch surface of the TTY shall be at least 34 inches high (unless a seat is provided). Standards §§ 217.4, 704.4.

Provide a shelf and an electrical outlet within or adjacent to the public pay telephone enclosure. The telephone handset shall be capable of being placed flush on the surface of the shelf, and the shelf shall be capable of accommodating a TTY, with at least 6 inches of vertical clearance above the area where the TTY is to be placed. Standards §§ 217.5, 704.5.

Provide at least 2 accessible washers and dryers (unless there are three or fewer of each, in which case provide at least 1 accessible washer and dryer) with clear floor space at least 30 inches by 48 inches centered on the appliance and positioned for a parallel approach; with operable parts, including doors, lint screens, and detergent and bleach compartments that are within accessible reach ranges, operable with one hand, with 5 pounds of force or less, and without tight grasping pinching or twisting of the wrist; with doors to the laundry compartment between 15 and 36 inches high. Standards §§ 214, 305, 308, 309, 611.