Attachment K: Program Access in Existing Facilities

 

Please Note: Paragraph 39 of this Agreement requires that within nine months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will provide signage as necessary to comply with 28 C.F.R. '' 35.163(b), after having surveyed all facilities that are the subject of this Agreement for the purpose of identifying those that have multiple entrances not all of which are accessible.

 

1.                  The technical requirements and, where appropriate, the scoping requirements of the Standards are used as a guide for determining whether a program or activity held in an existing facility is Areadily accessible to and usable by@ persons with disabilities and for determining what changes are necessary to make this program or activity accessible if it continues to be provided in the existing facility in question.  See 28 C.F.R. '' 35.150(b)(1), 35.151.

 

2.                  In order to ensure that each of the City=s programs, services, and activities operating at a facility that is the subject of this Agreement, when viewed in its entirety, are readily accessible to and usable by persons with mobility impairments, the City will take the following actions:

 

3.                  Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, unless otherwise specifically noted, the City will complete the following modifications to the Administrative Building, located at 125 Ellison Street.

 

a.                  Entrance

 

i.                     There are seven steps up to the entrance, making it inaccessible to persons using wheelchairs.  Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, establish a procedure for providing access to the programs and activities conducted in this area, or install a ramp or platform lift in compliance with the Standards.  Any procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances.  Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8, 4.11.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level at the threshold to the door that is greater than 2 inch.  Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, establish a procedure for providing access to the programs and activities conducted in this area, or provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 


b.                  Access Among Levels.  The building=s different levels are not all connected by ramps, lifts, or an accessible elevator, making it inaccessible to persons using wheelchairs.  The existing elevator is inaccessible to people who use wheelchairs because it cannot be accessed without ascending four steps.  Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, establish a procedure for providing access to the programs and activities conducted in upper levels of the facility, or install ramps and platform lifts in compliance with the Standards and make the existing elevator accessible to people who use wheelchairs.  Any procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances.  Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8, 4.11.

 

1st Floor

 

c.                  Unisex Toilet Room - first of two, near break room

 

i.                     The door to the break room, which leads to the toilet room, is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

ii.                   There is no accessible sign provided.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

iii.                  The entrance to the toilet room is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 26 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

iv.                 The door to the toilet stall is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 27 inches and the door hardware requires twisting.  Provide a door with a clear opening at least 32 inches wide when measured from the face of the door to the opposite stop when the door is opened 90 degrees and with hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist.  Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards '' 4.13.5, 4.13.9.

 


v.                   The light switch is inaccessible because it is mounted 57 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a light switch no higher than 48 inches above the finished floor for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

vi.                 No accessible mirror has been provided.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.19.6.

 

vii.                The turning space is insufficient because it is 24 inches by 59 inches.  Provide an unobstructed turning space at least 60 inches in diameter or a T-shaped space complying with Fig. 3(b).  Standards '' 4.22.3, 4.2.3, Fig. 3.

 

viii.              The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 54 inches above the finished floor and 21 inches over the lavatory.  Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

ix.                 The lavatory is inaccessible because there is not adequate knee or toe clearance.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

x.                   The toilet is inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side of the toilet.  Provide a flush control mounted on the "open" side of the toilet's clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device.  Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.

 

xi.                 There is no rear grab bar provided.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30(a).

 


xii.                There is no side grab bar.  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 12 inches or less from the rear wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as the toilet paper dispenser.  Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30(a).

 

d.                  Unisex Toilet Room - 2nd of two near break room

 

i.                     There is no accessible sign provided.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

ii.                   The entrance to the toilet room is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 26 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

iii.                  The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 23 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

iv.                 The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

v.                   There is insufficient turning space within the toilet room.  Provide an unobstructed turning space at least 60 inches in diameter or a T-shaped space complying with Fig. 3(b).  Standards '' 4.22.3, 4.2.3, Fig. 3.

 

vi.                 The light switch is inaccessible because it is mounted 57 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a light switch no higher than 48 inches above the finished floor for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 


vii.                No accessible mirror has been provided.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.19.6.

 

viii.              The toilet seat cover dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 67 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a seat cover dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

ix.                 The lavatory is inaccessible because its clear floor space measures 23 inches by 30 inches.  Provide a lavatory with clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory.  Standards ' 4.19.3, Fig. 32.

 

x.                   The toilet is inaccessible because its centerline measures 15 inches from the side wall.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near side wall.  Standards ' 4.17.3, Fig. 30. [1]

 

xi.                 The toilet is inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side of the toilet.  Provide a flush control mounted on the "open" side of the toilet's clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device.  Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.

 

xii.                There is no rear grab bar provided.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30(a).

 


xiii.              There is no side grab bar.  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 12 inches or less from the rear wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as the toilet paper dispenser.  Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30(a).

 

e.                  Department of Human Services.  There are four steps up to this area, making it inaccessible to persons using wheelchairs.  Establish a procedure for providing access to this area or install a ramp or platform lift in compliance with the Standards.  Any procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances.  Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8, 4.11.

 

2nd Floor

 

f.                    Community Development

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

ii.                   The door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 10 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

g.                  Section 8 Office

 

i.                     The ramp to the office is inaccessible because it has a 14 degree slope as well as a cross slope of 10 degrees.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 4.76 degrees (or steeper than 1:12) and a cross slope not exceeding 1.15 degrees (or steeper than 1:50); with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.


 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

iii.                  The door is inaccessible because it has 7 inches of pull side clearance.  On the pull side of the door, provide a path of travel at least 48 inches wide for a side approach and at least 24 inches of clear maneuvering space adjacent to the latch side of the door.  Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig. 25(c).

 

3rd Floor

 

h.                  Women=s Toilet Room (stalls)

 

i.                     The toilet room contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with disabilities.  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 '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1, 4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.

 

i.                    Division of Housing, Home Advice Center

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

ii.                   The door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 8 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

j.                    Division of Housing, Conference Room

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.


 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 28 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

4th Floor

 

k.                  Men=s Toilet Room

 

i.                     The toilet room contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with disabilities.  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 '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1, 4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.

 

l.                    Division of Housing, Office - 4th Floor

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

m.                Division of Housing, Room 409

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

n.                  Division of Housing, Room 408

 


i.                     The hallway leading to Paterson Pride is inaccessible because there are shelves that protrude into the main walkway that would not be detectable to a blind person using a cane.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards ' 4.4.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

4.                  Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to Animal Control, located at 41 Kyle Road.

 

a.                  Parking

 

i.                     The parking lot is inaccessible because there are no access aisles.  At each standard accessible space, provide an access aisle at least 60 inches wide.  At each van accessible space, provide an access aisles at least 96 inches wide.  Ensure that all access aisles are flat and level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 1:50 in all directions, and that their surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant.  Standards '' 4.1.2(5), 4.6.3, Fig. 9.

 

ii.                   The parking reserved for persons with disabilities lacks required signage.  At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles.  At van accessible spaces, provide an additional AVan-Accessible@ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility.  Standards '' 4.6.4, 4.30.7(1).

 

b.                  Entrance

 

i.                     The ramp is inaccessible because the slope measures between 9.4% and 9.9%, and there are no handrails.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.


 

ii.                   The door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

5.                  Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to the Paterson Small Business Development Center, located at 131 Ellison Street.

 

a.                  Exterior Entrance

 

i.                     The 2nd entrance door in a series is inaccessible because there is a : inch change in level at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

ii.                   The entrance vestibule is 32 inches deep.  Provide an accessible entrance such that the space between any two doors in series is at least 48 inches plus the width of any door swinging into the space.  Ensure that doors in series swing either in the same direction or away from the space between the doors.  Standards ' 4.13.7, Fig. 26.

 

b.                  Counter

 

i.                     The service counter is 42 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

c.                  Unisex toilet room

 


i.                     There is no accessible sign provided.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

ii.                   The doors to the toilet room are inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide doors with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

iii.                  The route to the toilet room is inaccessible because it is only 22 inches wide beside the copier and facsimile machine.  Provide an accessible route with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may decrease to 32 inches.  Standards '' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.

 

iv.                 The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 61 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

v.                   The lavatory is inaccessible because it has twist-type faucets.  Provide a lavatory with a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less 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).  Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.

 

vi.                 The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards ' 4.19.4.

 

vii.                The toilet is inaccessible because the top of the seat is 15 2 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a toilet with a seat that measures 17 to 19 inches above the finished floor.  Standards '' 4.16.3, Fig. 29(b).

 

viii.              The toilet is inaccessible because its centerline measures 19 inches from the side wall.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near side wall.  Standards ' 4.17.3, Fig. 30.

 


ix.                 The toilet is inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side of the toilet.  Provide a flush control mounted on the "open" side of the toilet's clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device.  Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.

 

x.                   There is no rear grab bar provided.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 29.

 

xi.                 There is no side grab bar.  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 12 inches or less from the rear wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as the toilet paper dispenser.  Standards '' 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 29.

 

6.                  Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, unless otherwise specifically noted, the City will complete the following modifications to the City Hall, located at 155 Market Street.

 

a.                  Ramp at Ellison Street Entrance.  The ramp is inaccessible because it has a slope between 15 and 16.5 degrees and a cross-slope of 11.5 degrees, and the handrails do not have extensions at the top or bottom.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 4.76 degrees (or steeper than 1:12) and a cross slope not exceeding 1.15 degrees (or steeper than 1:50); with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.

 

b.                  Platform Lift.  The platform lift requires a key to operate and cannot be operated independently.  Provide a lift that can be operated independently.  '' 4.1.6(3)(g), 4.11, 4.27.

 


1st Floor

 

c.                  Lobby

 

i.                     The information desk is 42 inches high.  Provide a desk on an accessible route such that a portion of the desk is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.  Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

d.                  Division of Revenue Collection

 

i.                     The service counter is 45 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

e.                  Internal Audit Office

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 30 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 1 inch change in level at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

iii.                  The route to the inner office area is inaccessible because it is 18 inches wide.  Provide an accessible route with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may decrease to 32 inches.  Standards '' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.

 

f.                    Assessment of Taxes Office

 


i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than 2 inch at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

ii.                   The route to the records area is inaccessible because it is blocked by boxes.  Provide an accessible route with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may decrease to 32 inches.  Standards '' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.

 

g.                  Division of Sewer

 

i.                     The interior of the entrance door, which is accessed through a front approach, is inaccessible because it has only 11 inches of clearance.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than 2 inch at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

iii.                  The service counter is 412 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

h.                  Division of Accounts and Control

 

i.                     The interior of the entrance door, which is accessed through a front approach, is inaccessible because it has only 11 inches of clearance.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).


 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than 2 inch at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

i.                    Division of Treasury.  This office is currently under construction.  The City will provide architectural plans and other relevant documents to the Department as they become available for the Department=s approval.

 

2nd Floor

 

j.                    Entrance Route.  The ramp is inaccessible because it has a handrail on only one side.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 4.76 degrees (or steeper than 1:12) and a cross slope not exceeding 1.15 degrees (or steeper than 1:50); with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.

 

k.                  Office of the Mayor

 

i.                     The double doors to the entrance are inaccessible because each leaf is 26 inches wide.  Provide a door at this location 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 middle edge of the other door when one door is opened 90 degrees and that has hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist OR provide an automatic door opener that opens both doors simultaneously.  Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24, 25.

 


ii.                   The service counter is 44 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

l.                    Conference Room for Business Administration

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled threshold greater than 2 inch high.  Provide a door with a threshold no greater than 3 inch, or between 3 inch and 2 inch and beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

ii.                   The pull side of the entrance door, which can be accessed through a front approach, is inaccessible because it has only 6 inches of clearance on the latch side.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

m.                Business Administration. 

 

i.                     The service counter is 44 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

ii.                   There is a chair protruding into the route into the office.  Provide an accessible route into the office with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may decrease to 32 inches.  Standards '' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.

 

n.                  Affirmative Action Officer

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 


ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because there is a : inch change in level at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

o.                  Department of Law

 

i.                     The door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 8 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than 2 inch at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

iii.                  The route to the conference room is inaccessible because the entrance is only 28 inches wide.  Provide an accessible route with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may decrease to 32 inches.  Standards '' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.

 

iv.                 The door to the law conference room is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

p.                  2nd Floor Drinking Fountain.  The drinking fountain has a spout that is 42 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a fountain that has a spout height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground surface to the spout outlet, and that otherwise complies with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27.

 

q.                  2nd Floor Single User Unisex Toilet Room

 

i.                     The sign is mounted low on the door.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 


ii.                   The entrance door to the toilet room is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 31 inches.  Provide a door way with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

iii.                  The clear floor space at the toilet is 30 inches wide.  Provide clear floor space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28.  Standards ' 4.16.2, Fig. 28.

 

iv.                 The toilet is inaccessible because its centerline measures 17 inches from the side wall.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near side wall.  Standards ' 4.17.3, Fig. 30.

 

v.                   The toilet paper dispenser is inaccessible because it is mounted 44 inches from the rear wall.  Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered at least 19 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.16.6, Fig. 29(b).

 

vi.                 There is no rear grab bar provided.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 29.

 

3rd Floor

 

r.                   Council Chambers

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 2 inch change in level at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

ii.                   The route within the council chambers is inaccessible because it is 27 inches wide.  Provide an accessible route with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may decrease to 32 inches.  Standards '' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.

 


iii.                  The room containing 88 seats is inaccessible because no wheelchair locations are provided.  Provide 4 wheelchair seating areas, each with a minimum clear ground or floor space of 66 inches wide by 48 inches deep for forward or rear access, or 66 inches wide by 60 inches deep for side access.  Ensure that the ground or floor at all wheelchair locations is level, firm, stable, and slip resistant; that wheelchair seating areas are an integral part of the fixed seating plan and are located so as to provide people with physical disabilities a choice of lines of sight comparable to those available for members of the general public; that wheelchair seating areas adjoin an accessible route that also serves as a means of egress in case of emergency; and that at least one fixed companion seat is provided next to each wheelchair seating area.  Standards '' 4.1.3(19)(a), 4.5, 4.33.

 

iv.                 The room is inaccessible to people with hearing impairments because there is no assistive listening system provided.  Provide a permanently installed assistive listening system (ALS) or a portable ALS with an adequate number of electrical outlets or other supplementary wiring necessary to support a portable assistive listening system.  Also provide (*number: 4% of total seats or a minimum of 2) receivers for use by the general public and signage indicating their availability.  28 C.F.R. ' 35.160; Standards '' 4.30, 4.33.

 

v.                   The council member entrance is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

vi.                 The council member entrance is inaccessible because it has an unbeveled threshold greater than 2 inch high.  Provide a door with a threshold no greater than 3 inch, or between 3 inch and 2 inch and beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

s.                   Council=s President=s Office.  The pull side of the entrance door, which is accessed through a front approach, is inaccessible because it has only has 2 inches of clearance on the latch side.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

t.                    Council President Conference Room

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.


 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 29 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

u.                  City Council Office

 

i.                     The double doors to the entrance are inaccessible because each leaf is 25 inches wide.  Provide a door at this location 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 middle edge of the other door when one door is opened 90 degrees and that has hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist OR provide an automatic door opener that opens both doors simultaneously.   Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24, 25.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 13 inch change in level at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

v.                  Office of City Clerk.  The double doors to the entrance are inaccessible because each leaf is 31 inches wide.  Provide a door at this location 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 middle edge of the other door when one door is opened 90 degrees and that has hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist OR provide an automatic door opener that opens both doors simultaneously.  Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24, 25.

 

w.                The office area for Council Persons Ames, Garner and McKoy.  The entrance door to this area is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 28 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

x.                  3rd Floor Drinking Fountain.  The drinking fountain has a spout that is 42 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a fountain that has a spout height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground surface to the spout outlet, and that otherwise complies with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27.

 

4th Floor

 


y.                  Division of Purchasing

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 28 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

ii.                   The pull side of the entrance door, which is accessed through a front approach, is inaccessible because it has only 6 inches of clearance on the latch side.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

iii.                  There are two steps up to this area, making it inaccessible to persons using wheelchairs.  Establish a procedure for providing access to this area or install a ramp or platform lift in compliance with the Standards.  Any procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances.  Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8, 4.11.

 

iv.                 The door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open it is 15 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

v.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

vi.                 The service counter is 45 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

z.                   Internal Affairs

 


i.                     The only route to the office contains steps, making it inaccessible to persons using wheelchairs.  Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, establish a procedure for providing access to the programs and activities conducted in this area or install a ramp or platform lift in compliance with the Standards.  Any procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances.  Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8, 4.11.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 292 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

iii.                  The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

aa.               Conference Room

 

i.                     The double doors to the entrance are inaccessible because each leaf is 27 inches wide and has knob hardware.  Provide a door at this location 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 middle edge of the other door when one door is opened 90 degrees and that has hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist OR provide an automatic door opener that opens both doors simultaneously.  Where no automatic opener is provided, door hardware may be lever-operated, push-type, or a U-shaped handle.  Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24, 25.

 

ii.                   The only route to the conference room contains steps, making it inaccessible to persons using wheelchairs.  Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, establish a procedure for providing access to the programs and activities conducted in this area, or, install a ramp or platform lift in compliance with the Standards.  Any procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances.  Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8, 4.11.

 


bb.              3rd and 4th Floor Toilet Rooms with Stalls.  The toilet rooms contain a number of inaccessible elements and are not accessible to people with disabilities.  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 '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1, 4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.

 

cc.               4th Floor Drinking Fountain.  The drinking fountain has a spout that is 42 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a fountain that has a spout height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground surface to the spout outlet, and that otherwise complies with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27.

 

dd.              East Elevator

 

i.                     The elevator is inaccessible because it has neither audible nor visual hall indicators.  Provide hall lanterns at each hoistway entrance that emit a visible and audible signal indicating which car is answering a call.  Ensure that audible signals sound once for the up direction and twice for the down direction or have verbal annunciators that say Aup@ or Adown;@ and that visible signals are mounted so that their centerline is at least 72 inches above the lobby floor, they are at least 22 inches in the smallest dimension, and they are visible from the vicinity of the hall call button.  Lanterns located in cars, visible from the vicinity of hall call buttons, and conforming to the above requirements, are acceptable.  Standards ' 4.10.4, Fig. 20.

 

ii.                   The elevator is inaccessible because there are no accessible hoistway signs.  Provide signage at hoistway entrances with raised and Braille floor designations on both jambs such that the centerline of the characters is 60 inches above the finished floor and the characters are 2 inches high.  Standards ' 4.10.5, Fig. 20.

 

iii.                  The elevator is inaccessible because after notification that an elevator has arrived, the doors start to close in 3 to 5 seconds.  Provide 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.  Ensure that the device is capable of completing these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing through the opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches above the finished floor; that door reopening devices remain effective for at least 20 seconds, after which the doors may close; that the minimum time from notification that a car is answering a call until the doors of that car start to close is 5 seconds; and that the minimum time for elevator doors to remain fully open in response to a car call is 3 seconds.  Standards '' 4.10.6, 4.10.7, 4.10.8, Figs. 20, 21.


 

iv.                 The elevator is inaccessible because the door opening is 272 inches wide.  Provide a door opening that is at least 36 inches wide, and that floor surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant.  Standards '' 4.10.9, 4.10.10, Fig. 22.

 

v.                   The elevator is inaccessible because the car dimensions are 42 by 38 inches.  Provide an elevator with a cab that is a minimum of 51 inches deep from the back wall of the cab to the control panel and 54 inches deep from the back wall of the cab to the face of the door; that, if the doors are centered on the wall, is at least 80 inches wide and, if the doors are located to one side of the wall, is at least 68 inches wide.  Standards '' 4.10.9, 4.10.10, Fig. 22.

 

vi.                 The elevator is inaccessible because the car control buttons lack Braille.  Provide car control buttons that are at least : inch in their smallest dimension and are raised or flush and that are designated by Braille and by raised standard alphabet characters for letters, arabic characters for numerals, or standard symbols.  Ensure that the call button for the main entry floor is designated by a raised star at the left of the floor designation; that all raised designations for control buttons are placed immediately to the left of the buttons to which they apply; that floor buttons are provided with visual indicators to show when each call is registered and are extinguished when each call is answered; that all floor buttons are no higher than 54 inches above the finished floor for a side approach and no more than 48 inches above the finished floor for a front approach; and that emergency controls, including the emergency alarm and emergency stop, are grouped at the bottom of the panel and have their centerlines no less than 35 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.10.12, Fig. 23.

 

ee.               West Elevator

 

i.                     The elevator is inaccessible because the hall call buttons are 52 inches high.  Provide hall (lobby) call buttons with visual signals indicating when each call is registered and when each call is answered.  Ensure that the call buttons are centered at 42 inches above the finished floor, a minimum of : inch in the smallest dimension, with the button designating the up direction on top; that the call buttons are raised or flush; and that objects mounted beneath hall call buttons do not project into the elevator lobby more than 4 inches.  Standards ' 4.10.3, Fig. 20.

 


ii.                   The elevator is inaccessible because it has neither audible nor visual hall indicators.  Provide hall lanterns at each hoistway entrance that emit a visible and audible signal indicating which car is answering a call.  Ensure that audible signals sound once for the up direction and twice for the down direction or have verbal annunciators that say Aup@ or Adown;@ and that visible signals are mounted so that their centerline is at least 72 inches above the lobby floor, they are at least 22 inches in the smallest dimension, and they are visible from the vicinity of the hall call button.  Lanterns located in cars, visible from the vicinity of hall call buttons, and conforming to the above requirements, are acceptable.  Standards ' 4.10.4, Fig. 20.

 

iii.                  The elevator is inaccessible because there are no accessible hoistway signs.  Provide signage at hoistway entrances with raised and Braille floor designations on both jambs such that the centerline of the characters is 60 inches above the finished floor and the characters are 2 inches high.  Standards ' 4.10.5, Fig. 20.

 

iv.                 The elevator is inaccessible because after notification that an elevator has arrived the doors start to close in 3 to 5 seconds.  Provide 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.  Ensure that the device is capable of completing these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing through the opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches above the finished floor; that door reopening devices remain effective for at least 20 seconds, after which the doors may close; that the minimum time from notification that a car is answering a call until the doors of that car start to close is 5 seconds; and that the minimum time for elevator doors to remain fully open in response to a car call is 3 seconds.  Standards '' 4.10.6, 4.10.7, 4.10.8, Figs. 20, 21.

 

v.                   The elevator is inaccessible because the door opening is 272 inches wide.  Provide a door opening that is at least 36 inches wide, and that floor surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant.  Standards '' 4.10.9, 4.10.10, Fig. 22.

 

vi.                 The elevator is inaccessible because the car dimensions are 42 by 38.  Provide an elevator with a cab that is a minimum of 51 inches deep from the back wall of the cab to the control panel and 54 inches deep from the back wall of the cab to the face of the door; that, if the doors are centered on the wall, is at least 80 inches wide and, if the doors are located to one side of the wall, is at least 68 inches wide.  Standards '' 4.10.9, 4.10.10, Fig. 22.

 


vii.                The elevator is inaccessible because the car control buttons lack Braille.  Provide car control buttons that are at least : inch in their smallest dimension and are raised or flush and that are designated by Braille and by raised standard alphabet characters for letters, arabic characters for numerals, or standard symbols.  Ensure that the call button for the main entry floor is designated by a raised star at the left of the floor designation; that all raised designations for control buttons are placed immediately to the left of the buttons to which they apply; that floor buttons are provided with visual indicators to show when each call is registered and are extinguished when each call is answered; that all floor buttons are no higher than 54 inches above the finished floor for a side approach and no more than 48 inches above the finished floor for a front approach; and that emergency controls, including the emergency alarm and emergency stop, are grouped at the bottom of the panel and have their centerlines no less than 35 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.10.12, Fig. 23.

 

viii.              The elevator is inaccessible because there is no audible indicator when the car passes or stops on a floor.  Provide car position indicators that emit an audible and visual signal as the car passes or stops at a floor served by the elevator.  Standards ' 4.10.13.

 

7.                  Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to the Health Center, located at 176 Broadway.

 

a.                  Rear Parking Lot.  Although the parking lot has a total of 56 parking spaces, none are designated as van accessible.  On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide 1 van accessible space a minimum of 96 inches wide, served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide, with vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles, and with an additional AVan-Accessible@ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility.  Standards '' 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).

 


b.                  Ramp.  The ramp is inaccessible because it has a slope of 5.5 degree, and the handrails do not have extensions at the top and bottom of the ramp.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 4.76 degrees (or steeper than 1:12) and a cross slope not exceeding 1.15 degrees (or steeper than 1:50); with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.

 

c.                  Elevator at Main Entrance

 

i.                     The elevator is inaccessible because it lacks audible hall indicators.  Provide hall lanterns at each hoistway entrance that emit a visible and audible signal indicating which car is answering a call.  Ensure that audible signals sound once for the up direction and twice for the down direction or have verbal annunciators that say Aup@ or Adown;@ and that visible signals are mounted so that their centerline is at least 72 inches above the lobby floor, they are at least 22 inches in the smallest dimension, and they are visible from the vicinity of the hall call button.  Lanterns located in cars, visible from the vicinity of hall call buttons, and conforming to the above requirements, are acceptable.  Standards ' 4.10.4, Fig. 20.

 

ii.                   The elevator is inaccessible because it lacks hoistway signage on both jambs.  Provide signage at hoistway entrances with raised and Braille floor designations on both jambs such that the centerline of the characters is 60 inches above the finished floor and the characters are 2 inches high.  Standards ' 4.10.5, Fig. 20.

 

iii.                  The elevator is inaccessible because the car control buttons lack Braille.  Provide car control buttons that are at least : inch in their smallest dimension and are raised or flush and that are designated by Braille and by raised standard alphabet characters for letters, arabic characters for numerals, or standard symbols.  Standards ' 4.10.12, Fig. 23.

 

iv.                 The elevator is inaccessible because there is no audible position indicator inside the cab.  Provide car position indicators that emit an audible and visual signal as the car passes or stops at a floor served by the elevator.  Standards ' 4.10.13.

 

1st Floor

 


d.                  Telephone.  The public telephone is inaccessible because there is no volume control. Provide an accessible telephone with a clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches that allows either a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair such that bases, enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the telephone; with the highest operable part of the telephone mounted no more than 48 inches above the floor for a front approach or no more than 54 inches above the floor for a side approach; that is hearing aid compatible and has a volume control mechanism; with telephone books, if provided, located between 15 and 48 inches above the finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and 54 inches above the finished floor for a side approach; with a cord of at least 29 inches long from the telephone to the handset; and with signage that complies with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.31, 4.30.7(2).

 

e.                   1st Floor Drinking Fountain

 

i.                     The drinking fountain has a spout that is 42 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a fountain that has a spout height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground surface to the spout outlet, and that otherwise complies with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27.

 

ii.                   The wall-mounted drinking fountain is inaccessible because it lacks knee clearance.  Provide a drinking fountain with clear knee space between the bottom of the apron and the finished floor or ground of at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide, and 17 to 19 inches deep; and a minimum clear floor space of 30 inches by 48 inches to allow a person in a wheelchair to approach the unit facing forward.  Standards ' 4.15.5(1), Figs. 27(a), (b).

 

f.                    Unisex Single User Toilet Room

 

i.                     The sign is mounted on the door and does not have raised lettering or Braille.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

ii.                   The door to the toilet room is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 


iii.                  Although the facility contains an emergency alarm system, there is no visual alarm in the toilet room.  Provide visual alarm devices in toilet rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use.  Such devices shall be integrated into the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate.  Visual alarm appliances shall be placed 80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the ceiling, whichever is lower.  Visual alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space, including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal.  In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100 feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of suspending appliances from the ceiling.  Standards ' 4.28.3.

 

iv.                 The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 51 inches high over the sink.  Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

v.                   The toilet is inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side.  Provide a flush control mounted on the Aopen@ side of the toilet=s clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device.  Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.27.4.

 

vi.                 There is no rear grab bar provided.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30(a).

 

2nd Floor

 


g.                  Drinking Fountain 2nd Floor.  The drinking fountain has a spout that is 42 inches above the finished floor, and it lacks knee clearance.  Provide a drinking fountain with a spout height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground surface to the spout outlet; and a spout located at the front of the unit that directs the water flow in a trajectory that is nearly parallel to the front of the unit and is positioned so the flow of water is within 3 inches of the front edge of the fountain and at least 4 inches high.  Ensure that fountain controls are operable with one hand, require 5 pounds or less to operate without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; and are front mounted or side mounted near the front edge.  For each accessible drinking fountain, provide a drinking fountain that is accessible to people who have difficulty bending or stooping.  This can be accommodated by the use of a Ahi-lo@ fountain; by providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup dispenser; or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility for each group of people.  Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27.

 

h.                  Men=s Toilet Room

 

i.                     The toilet room contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with disabilities.  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 '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1, 4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.

 

i.                    Women=s Toilet Room

 

i.                     The toilet room contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with disabilities.  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 '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1, 4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.

 

Lower Level

 

j.                    Lower Level Conference Room.  The double entrance doors are inaccessible because each leaf is 28 inches wide and knob hardware is used.  Provide a door at this location 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 middle edge of the other door when one door is opened 90 degrees and that has hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist OR provide an automatic door opener that opens both doors simultaneously.  Where no automatic opener is provided, door hardware may be lever-operated, push-type, or a U-shaped handle.  Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24, 25.

 


k.                  Drinking Fountain on Lower Level.  The route passing the drinking fountain is inaccessible because the drinking fountain protrudes 17 inches into the accessible route and would not be detectable to a blind person using a cane.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards ' 4.4.

 

8.                  Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to Eastside Park, located at Martin Luther King Jr. Way and McLean Boulevard.

 

a.                  Accessible Route

 

i.                     The route to the gazebo is inaccessible because it is not firm, stable and slip resistant and the gazebo can only be accessed by stairs.  Provide at least one accessible route into the gazebo that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public.  The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches 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 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).  Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

 

ii.                   There is no accessible route through the playground or to the yellow play structure.  Provide at least one accessible route to each playground structure that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public.  The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches 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 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).  Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

 


iii.                  The route to the skating rink is inaccessible because there is a 1 inch high break in the concrete.  Provide at least one accessible route to the skating rink that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public.  The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches 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 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).  Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

 

b.                  Portable Toilets.  The portable toilets contain a number of inaccessible elements and are not accessible to people with disabilities.  Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement provide an accessible portable toilet such that all of its elements, including signage, door, door hardware, clear floor space, water closet, grab bars, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.13, 4.16, 4.18, 4.26, 4.27, 4.30, Figs. 28, 29.

 

9.                  Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to the Paterson Library, located at 250 Broadway.

 

a.                  Parking.  The parking reserved for persons with disabilities lacks appropriate signage.  At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles.  At van accessible spaces, provide an additional AVan-Accessible@ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility.  Standards '' 4.6.4, 4.30.7(1).

 

b.                  Accessible Entrance (Elevator)

 

i.                     The building is inaccessible because there is no International Symbol of Accessibility posted at the accessible entrance or directional signage at the inaccessible entrance.  Provide accessible directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility 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 '' 4.1.3(8)(d), 4.13, 4.30.

 

ii.                   The elevator requires a key to enter at all times.  Provide a call button within accessible reach ranges at the elevator and ensure that the elevator door will be unlocked promptly when the call button is used.  Standards ' 4.1.3(8).

 


iii.                  The elevator is inaccessible because the highest call button is mounted 49 inches above the finished floor.  Provide hall (lobby) call buttons with visual signals indicating when each call is registered and when each call is answered.  Ensure that the call buttons are centered at 42 inches above the finished floor, a minimum of : inch in the smallest dimension, with the button designating the up direction on top; that the call buttons are raised or flush; and that objects mounted beneath hall call buttons do not project into the elevator lobby more than 4 inches.  Standards ' 4.10.3, Fig. 20.

 

1st Floor

 

c.                  Men=s Toilet Room

 

i.                     The sign is mounted above the door and has no raised characters or Braille.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

iii.                  Although the facility contains an emergency alarm system, the alarm system is inaccessible because the toilet room lacks a visual alarm.  Provide visual alarm devices in toilet rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use.  Such devices shall be integrated into the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate.  Visual alarm appliances shall be placed 80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the ceiling, whichever is lower.  Visual alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space, including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal.  In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100 feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of suspending appliances from the ceiling.  Standards ' 4.28.3.

 


iv.                 No accessible mirror has been provided.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.19.6.

 

v.                   The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 632 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a soap dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

vi.                 The paper towel dispenser and hand dryer protrude into the main walkway and would not be detectable to a blind person using a cane.  Provide an accessible route at these locations such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards ' 4.4.

 

vii.                The lavatory is inaccessible because adequate knee and toe clearance are not provided.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

viii.              The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards ' 4.19.4.

 

ix.                 The lavatory is inaccessible because it has twist-type faucets.  Provide a lavatory with a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less 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).  Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.

 

x.                   The toilet is inaccessible because the toilet centerline measures 16 inches from the near side wall, the toilet seat is 16 inches high, and the flush control is on the closed side.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that is 18 inches from the near side wall; a seat that is between17 and 19 inches above the finished floor; clear floor space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28; and a flush control mounted on the Aopen@ side of the toilet=s clear floor space.  Standards '' 4.16.2, 4.16.3, 4.16.5, Figs. 28, 29.


 

xi.                 The toilet paper dispenser is inaccessible because it is mounted on the wall facing the toilet.  Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is mounted with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar and 36 inches or less from the rear wall and is centered at least 19 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.17.3, Fig. 30(d).

 

xii.                The door to the toilet is inaccessible because the door hardware requires twisting.  Provide a door with a clear opening at least 32 inches wide when measured from the face of the door to the opposite stop when the door is opened 90 degrees and with hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist.  Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards '' 4.13.5, 4.13.9.

 

xiii.              There is no rear grab bar provided at the toilet.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30(a).

 

d.                  Women=s Toilet Room

 

i.                     The sign is mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Braille  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 31 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

iii.                  The entrance door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 10 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).

 


iv.                 The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

v.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because it provides no maneuvering clearance on the pull side.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

vi.                 The entrance door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than 2 inch at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

vii.                Although the facility contains an emergency alarm system, the alarm system is inaccessible because the toilet room lacks a visual alarm.  Provide visual alarm devices in toilet rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use.  Such devices shall be integrated into the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate.  Visual alarm appliances shall be placed 80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the ceiling, whichever is lower.  Visual alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space, including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal.  In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100 feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of suspending appliances from the ceiling.  Standards ' 4.28.3.

 

viii.              No accessible mirror has been provided.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.19.6.

 

ix.                 The soap dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted at 513 inches over an obstruction.  Provide a soap dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.


 

x.                   The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 67 inches above the finished floor and 24 inches over the lavatory.  Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

xi.                 The lavatory is inaccessible because adequate knee and toe clearance are not provided.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

xii.                The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards ' 4.19.4.

 

xiii.              The lavatory is inaccessible because it has twist-type faucets.  Provide a lavatory with a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less 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).  Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.

 

xiv.              The toilet in the designated accessible stall is inaccessible because its centerline measures 16 inches from the side wall.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near side wall.  Standards ' 4.16.2, Fig. 28.

 

xv.               The door to the toilet is inaccessible because the door hardware requires twisting.  Provide a door with a clear opening at least 32 inches wide when measured from the face of the door to the opposite stop when the door is opened 90 degrees and with hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist.  Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards '' 4.13.5, 4.13.9.

 


xvi.              The toilet paper dispenser is inaccessible because it is mounted on the wall facing the toilet.  Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered at least 19 inches above the finished floor.  Standards '' 4.16.6, Fig. 29(b).

 

xvii.            There is no rear grab bar provided.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30(a).

 

e.                  Children=s Computer Room.  The children=s computers are inaccessible because the table lacks knee clearance.  Provide a computer on a table or counter that has clear floor space that is 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep, knee clearance at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide, and 19 inches deep, and a writing surface between 28 and 34 inches above the finished floor.  Standards '' 4.2.4.1, 4.32.

 

2nd (Main) Floor

 

f.                    2nd Floor Drinking Fountain.  The drinking fountain has a spout that is 43 inches above the finished floor and the controls require 11 pounds of pressure to operate.  Provide a drinking fountain with a spout height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground surface to the spout outlet; and a spout located at the front of the unit that directs the water flow in a trajectory that is nearly parallel to the front of the unit and is positioned so the flow of water is within 3 inches of the front edge of the fountain and at least 4 inches high.  Ensure that fountain controls are operable with one hand, require 5 pounds or less to operate without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; and are front mounted or side mounted near the front edge.  For each accessible drinking fountain, provide a drinking fountain that is accessible to people who have difficulty bending or stooping.  This can be accommodated by the use of a Ahi-lo@ fountain; by providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup dispenser; or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility for each group of people.  Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27.

 


g.                  Telephone.  The telephone is inaccessible because it is mounted with the highest operable part more than 54 inches above the finished floor.  Provide an accessible telephone with a clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches that allows either a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair such that bases, enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the telephone; with the highest operable part of the telephone mounted no more than 48 inches above the floor for a front approach or no more than 54 inches above the floor for a side approach; that is hearing aid compatible and has a volume control mechanism; with telephone books, if provided, located between 15 and 48 inches above the finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and 54 inches above the finished floor for a side approach; with a cord of at least 29 inches long from the telephone to the handset; and with signage that complies with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.31, 4.30.7(2).

 

h.                  Stacks.  The stacks in the rear of the main floor are inaccessible because the space between stacks is 30 inches wide.  Provide at least 36 inches of clear width between all stacks and provide a clear width of 42 inches between stacks where possible.  Standards ' 8.5, Fig. 56.

 

i.                    Computer Clubhouse.  The computer desks are 26 inches high measured to the bottom of the apron.  Provide a computer on a table or counter that has clear floor space that is 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep, knee clearance at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide, and 19 inches deep, and a writing surface between 28 and 34 inches above the finished floor.  Standards '' 4.2.4.1, 4.32.

 

3rd Floor

 

j.                    3rd Floor Assembly Room.  The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

k.                  Dictionary Table.  The dictionary is on a table with the top surface 40 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a dictionary on an accessible table on an accessible route at least 36 inches wide.  Ensure that the table has clear floor space of 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep, knee clearance of at least 27 inches above the finished floor by 30 inches wide by 19 inches deep, and a writing surface between 28 and 34 inches above the finished floor.  Standards '' 8.2, 4.2.4.1, 4.32.

 

l.                    Microfilm Stand.  The table apron is 26 inches above the finished floor.  Provide microfilm on an accessible table on an accessible route at least 36 inches wide.  Ensure that the table has clear floor space of 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep, knee clearance of at least 27 inches above the finished floor by 30 inches wide by 19 inches deep, and a writing surface between 28 and 34 inches above the finished floor.  Standards '' 8.2, 4.2.4.1, 4.32.

 


m.                Assembly Room Single User Unisex Toilet Room.  There is no signage directing people with disabilities to the designated accessible toilet rooms on the 1st floor.  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 '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1, 4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.

 

10.              Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to the Lou Costello Park and Public Pool, located on Grant Street.

 

a.                  Parking.  Although the parking lot has a total of 30 parking spaces, no accessible spaces are provided.  On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide at least 1 van accessible space and 1 standard space designated as reserved for people with disabilities.  Ensure that standard accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 60 inches wide.  Ensure that van accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide.  At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles.  At van accessible spaces, provide an additional AVan-Accessible@ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility.  Ensure that all spaces and access aisles for persons with disabilities are flat and level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 1:50 in all directions, and that their surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant.  Standards '' 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).

 

b.                  Ramp to Pool Area.  The ramp is inaccessible because it has no handrails and no edge protection.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; with level landings measuring at least 60 inches by 60 inches when the ramp changes direction; and edge protection that is at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter such that the inside handrail is continuous and both handrails have a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface; the handrails do not rotate within their fittings; and both handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.

 


c.                  Drinking Fountain by Pool.  The drinking fountain protrudes into the main walkway and would not be detectable to a blind person using a cane.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards ' 4.4.

 

11.              Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to the Municipal Courts, located at the Frank X. Graves, Jr., Public Safety Complex at 111 Broadway.

 

a.                  Accessible Route

 

i.                     The route from the parking to the entrance ramp is inaccessible because the sidewalk contains breaks.  Provide at least one accessible route into the facility that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public.  The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches 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 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).  Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

 

ii.                   The ramp from the parking to the upper ramp is inaccessible because it has a slope of 5.5 degrees to 6.5 degrees, a cross slope of 1.5 degrees, and breaks in the concrete, and the handrails do not extend the entire length of the ramp.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; with level landings measuring at least 60 inches by 60 inches when the ramp changes direction; and edge protection that is at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter such that the inside handrail is continuous and both handrails have a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface; the handrails do not rotate within their fittings; and both handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.

 


iii.                  The ramp from the lower ramp to the entrance is inaccessible because it has a slope of 7.5 degrees at the bottom, breaks in the concrete, and no handrail extensions at the top.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; with level landings measuring at least 60 inches by 60 inches when the ramp changes direction; and edge protection that is at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter such that the inside handrail is continuous and both handrails have a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface; the handrails do not rotate within their fittings; and both handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.

 

b.                  Exterior Public Telephones

 

i.                     The highest operable part of the telephones is 56 inches above the ground.  Provide an accessible telephone with a clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches that allows either a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair such that bases, enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the telephone; with the highest operable part of the telephone mounted no more than 48 inches above the floor for a front approach or no more than 54 inches above the floor for a side approach; that is hearing aid compatible and has a volume control mechanism; with telephone books, if provided, located between 15 and 48 inches above the finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and 54 inches above the finished floor for a side approach; with a cord of at least 29 inches long from the telephone to the handset; and with signage that complies with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.31, 4.30.7(2).

 

ii.                   The telephones protrude into the main walkway and would not be detectable to a blind person using a cane.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards ' 4.4.

 


c.                  Entrance.  The building is inaccessible because it lacks signage indicating that the Aexit@ door is to be used as the accessible entrance.  Provide accessible directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility 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 '' 4.1.3(8)(d), 4.13, 4.30.

 

d.                  2nd Floor, Parking and Moving.  The service counter is 44 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

e.                  Clerk.  The registration window is inaccessible because it is mounted 552 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards '' 7.2(2), 4.3.

 

f.                    Courtroom 1

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 28 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 


ii.                   The room containing seating for at least 100 people is inaccessible because no wheelchair locations are provided.  Provide at least 4 wheelchair seating areas, each with a minimum clear ground or floor space of 66 inches wide by 48 inches deep for forward or rear access, or 66 inches wide by 60 inches deep for side access.  Ensure that the ground or floor at all wheelchair locations is level, firm, stable, and slip resistant; that wheelchair seating areas are an integral part of the fixed seating plan and are located so as to provide people with physical disabilities a choice of lines of sight comparable to those available for members of the general public; that wheelchair seating areas adjoin an accessible route that also serves as a means of egress in case of emergency; and that at least one fixed companion seat is provided next to each wheelchair seating area.  Standards '' 4.1.3(19)(a), 4.5, 4.33.

 

g.                  Telephone Near Courtroom #1.  The telephone is inaccessible because it lacks volume control.  Provide an accessible telephone with a clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches that allows either a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair such that bases, enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the telephone; with the highest operable part of the telephone mounted no more than 48 inches above the floor for a front approach or no more than 54 inches above the floor for a side approach; that is hearing aid compatible and has a volume control mechanism; with telephone books, if provided, located between 15 and 48 inches above the finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and 54 inches above the finished floor for a side approach; with a cord of at least 29 inches long from the telephone to the handset; and with signage that complies with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.31, 4.30.7(2).

 

h.                  Courtroom 2.  The room containing seating for at least 100 people is inaccessible because no wheelchair locations are provided.  Provide at least 4 wheelchair seating areas, each with a minimum clear ground or floor space of 66 inches wide by 48 inches deep for forward or rear access, or 66 inches wide by 60 inches deep for side access.  Ensure that the ground or floor at all wheelchair locations is level, firm, stable, and slip resistant; that wheelchair seating areas are an integral part of the fixed seating plan and are located so as to provide people with physical disabilities a choice of lines of sight comparable to those available for members of the general public; that wheelchair seating areas adjoin an accessible route that also serves as a means of egress in case of emergency; and that at least one fixed companion seat is provided next to each wheelchair seating area.  Standards '' 4.1.3(19)(a), 4.5, 4.33.

 

i.                    Violations Bureau.  The service counter is 42 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

j.                    Women=s Toilet Room

 


i.                     The sign is on the door and has no raised characters or Braille.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 29 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

iii.                  The entrance door, which is accessed from the latch side of the door, is inaccessible because it lacks the required push side clearance.  On the push side of the door, provide a clear path of travel for a side approach at least 42 inches wide and at least 24 inches of clear maneuvering space adjacent to the latch side of the door.  Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig. 25c).

 

iv.                 The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

v.                   No accessible mirror has been provided.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.19.6.

 

vi.                 The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 58 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

vii.                The lavatory is inaccessible because adequate knee and toe clearance are not provided.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 


viii.              The lavatory is inaccessible because it has twist type hardware.  Provide a lavatory with a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less 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).  Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.

 

ix.                 The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards ' 4.19.4.

 

x.                   The toilet paper dispenser is mounted above the grab bar.  Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered at least 19 inches above the finished floor.  Standards '' 4.16.6, Fig. 29(b).

 

xi.                 There is no rear grab bar provided.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30(a).

 

k.                  Men=s Toilet Room

 

i.                     The sign is on the door and has no raised characters or Braille.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

iii.                  The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 29 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 


iv.                 No accessible mirror has been provided.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.19.6.

 

v.                   The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 59 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

vi.                 The lavatory is inaccessible because it has twist type hardware.  Provide a lavatory with a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less 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).  Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.

 

vii.                The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards ' 4.19.4.

 

viii.              The toilet paper is mounted above the grab bar.  Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered at least 19 inches above the finished floor.  Standards '' 4.16.6, Fig. 29(b).

 

ix.                 There is no rear grab bar provided.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30(a).

 

x.                   The toilet is inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side.  Provide a flush control mounted on the Aopen@ side of the toilet=s clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device.  Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.27.4.

 

Jail/Holding Area at Municipal Complex

 

l.                    Cell Block Area


 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 302 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

ii.                   The door to the fingerprint area is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 252 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

iii.                  The door to the cellblock is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 232 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

m.                Elevator.  The elevator is inaccessible because, although emergency communications are provided, they do not work without voice communication.  Provide a two-way communication system such that it does not require voice communication, the highest operable part is a maximum of 48 inches above the finished floor of the car, and it is identified by a raised symbol and lettering located adjacent to the device.  If the system uses a handset, ensure that the length of the cord from the panel to the handset is at least 29 inches.  If the system is located in a closed compartment, ensure that the compartment door hardware operates without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist.  Standards ' 4.10.14.

 

n.                  Domestic Violence Response Team

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 29 inches.  Provide a designated accessible entrance with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

Safety Complex

 


o.                  Main Entrance.  The service counter is 51 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

p.                  Records.  The service counter is 42 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

q.                  Personnel

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 282 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

ii.                   The service counter is 42 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

iii.                  The alternate entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 1 inch change in level at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

r.                   Criminal Investigators Bureau

 

i.                     The door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 14 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).

 


ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

iii.                  The service counter is 52 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

s.                   Division of Community Improvement

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 28 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 11 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

iii.                  The service counter is 432 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

t.                    Department of Public Works

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 11 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).

 


ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

u.                  Domestic Violence

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 292 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

ii.                   Trash cans narrow the path of travel through the office to less than 32 inches.  Provide an accessible route through the office with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may decrease to 32 inches.  Standards '' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.

 

v.                  Interior Telephone.  There is no volume control provided.  Provide an accessible telephone with a clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches that allows either a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair such that bases, enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the telephone; with the highest operable part of the telephone mounted no more than 48 inches above the floor for a front approach or no more than 54 inches above the floor for a side approach; that is hearing aid compatible and has a volume control mechanism; with telephone books, if provided, located between 15 and 48 inches above the finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and 54 inches above the finished floor for a side approach; with a cord of at least 29 inches long from the telephone to the handset; and with signage that complies with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.31, 4.30.7(2).

 

w.                1st Floor  Unisex Toilet Room with Stall.  The toilet room contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with disabilities.  Provide an accessible toilet room such that all of the room=s elements, including signage, door, door hardware, clear floor space, water closet, stall size and arrangement, stall door, urinal (if provided), grab bars, lavatory, mirror, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.18, 4.19, 4.26, 4.27, 4.30, Fig. 30.

 

12.              Within 6 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to the 12th Avenue Police Sub Station, located on 12th Avenue and Rosa Parks Boulevard.

 

a.                  Entrance

 


i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than 2 inch at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

b.                  Exterior Ramp.  The ramp is inaccessible because it has no handrails. Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface and 12 inches from the wall, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Standards ' 4.8.5.

 

13.              Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to the North Main Street Police Sub Station, located on North Main Street.

 

a.                  Entrance

 

i.                     The route to the main entrance is inaccessible because the path is not firm, stable or slip resistant.  Provide at least one accessible route to the facility that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public.  The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches 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 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).  Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

 

ii.                   The entrance is inaccessible because it has an opening width of less than 32 inches.  Provide a designated accessible entrance with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 


b.                  Exterior Ramp.  The ramp is inaccessible because it has no handrails.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.

 

14.              Within 6 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to the Alabama Avenue Police Sub Station, located on Alabama Avenue.

 

a.                  Entrance.  The entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 12 inch change in level at the threshold to the door.  Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 

b.                  Exterior Ramp.  The ramp is inaccessible because it has no handrails.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.

 

15.              Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to the South Paterson Library, located at 930 Main Street.

 


a.                  Entrance Ramp.  The ramp is inaccessible because it does not have handrails extending the length of the ramp and there are changes in level greater than 2 inch along the surface of the ramp.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.

 

b.                  Entrance Vestibule.  The entrance is inaccessible because the vestibule is only 20 inches deep from the end of the open door swinging into the vestibule.  Provide a designated accessible entrance that has at least one active leaf with a minimum clear opening width of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop; that has a minimum space between two hinged or pivoted doors of 48 inches plus the width of any door swinging into the space, with doors swinging in either the same direction or away from the space between the doors; that has either an automatic door operator or clear and level maneuvering clearance that complies fully with Fig. 25; and that has a threshold not exceeding 2 inch in height and beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Ensure that all hardware and operating devices have shapes that are easy to grasp with one hand and do not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate; and that they are mounted no higher than 48 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24, 25, 26.

 

c.                  Check Out Counter.  The counter is 39 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

d.                  Women=s Toilet Room

 

i.                     The sign is mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Braille.  Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 


ii.                   The lavatory is inaccessible because it is 222 inches high to the bottom of the apron.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

iii.                  No accessible mirror has been provided.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.19.6.

 

iv.                 The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 62 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

v.                   The lavatory is inaccessible because it has twist type hardware.  Provide a lavatory with a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less 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).  Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.

 

vi.                 No accessible coat hook has been provided.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

vii.                There is no accessible stall provided.  Provide a Astandard@ accessible toilet stall 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 stall=s elements, including stall door, stall door hardware, water closet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig. 30.

 

e.                  Men=s Toilet Room

 


i.                     The sign is mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Braille. Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

ii.                   The lavatory is inaccessible because its is 212 inches high to the bottom of the apron.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

iii.                  No accessible mirror has been provided.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.19.6.

 

iv.                 The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 61 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

v.                   The route through the toilet room is inaccessible because the paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel and is not detectable to a blind person using a cane.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards ' 4.4.

 

vi.                 The soap dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 51 inches high over the sink.  Provide a soap dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

vii.                The lavatory is inaccessible because it has twist type hardware.  Provide a lavatory with a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-perated, push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs).  Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.


 

viii.              There is no accessible stall provided.  Provide a Astandard@ accessible toilet stall 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 stall=s elements, including stall door, stall door hardware, water closet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig. 30.

 

16.              Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to the 1st Ward Branch Library, located on North Main Street.

 

a.                  Entrance

 

i.                     The main entrance is inaccessible because there is a 5 inch step at the door.  Provide at least one accessible route into the facility that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public.  The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches 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 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).  Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

 

ii.                   The entrance doors in a series are inaccessible because they have an opening width of 262 inches and 26 inches, respectively.  Provide doors with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

iii.                  The entrance to the library is inaccessible because the doors in a series have 21 inches between doors.  Provide an accessible entrance to the library, such that the space between any two doors in series is at least 48 inches plus the width of any door swinging into the space.  Ensure that doors in series swing either in the same direction or away from the space between the doors.  Standards ' 4.13.7, Fig. 26.

 


b.                  Tables.  The table apron is 242 inches above the finished floor.  Provide an accessible table on an accessible route at least 36 inches wide.  Ensure that the table has clear floor space of 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep, knee clearance of at least 27 inches above the finished floor by 30 inches wide by 19 inches deep, and a writing surface between 28 and 34 inches above the finished floor.  Standards '' 8.2, 4.2.4.1, 4.32.

 

c.                  Toilet Room

 

i.                     The sign is mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Brille.  Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

ii.                   The entrance door, which is accessed through a front approach, is inaccessible because it has insufficient clearance on the pull side.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

iii.                  The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards ' 4.19.4.

 

iv.                 No accessible mirror has been provided.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.19.6.

 

v.                   The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 61 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

vi.                 The toilet is inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side.  Provide a flush control mounted on the Aopen@ side of the toilet=s clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device.  Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.27.4.

 


vii.                The grab bars at the toilet are inaccessible because the length of the rear and side grab bars is 24 inches and the side grab bar is mounted 132 inches from the rear wall.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall, and 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 12 inches or less from the rear wall.  Ensure that the grab bars are mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bars and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bars and any other object, such as a toilet paper dispenser or a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 29.

 

viii.              The toilet paper dispenser is inaccessible because it is mounted 41 inches from the rear wall.  Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered at least 19 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.16.6, Fig. 29(b).

 

ix.                 The toilet is inaccessible because the toilet seat is 15 inches high.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that is 18 inches from the near side wall; a seat that is between17 and 19 inches above the finished floor; clear floor space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28; and a flush control mounted on the Aopen@ side of the toilet=s clear floor space.  Standards '' 4.16.2, 4.16.3, 4.16.5, Figs. 28, 29.

 

x.                   There is insufficient turning space within the toilet room.  Provide an unobstructed turning space at least 60 inches in diameter or a T-shaped space complying with Fig. 3(b).  Standards '' 4.22.3, 4.2.3, Fig. 3.

 

17.              Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, unless otherwise specifically noted, the City will complete the following modifications to the Totowa Branch Library, located at 405 Union Street.

 

a.                  Entrance

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 22 inch change in level at the threshold to the door.  Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than  inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.  Standards ' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

 


ii.                   The entrance doors in a series are inaccessible because they have an opening width of 31 inches and 262 inches, respectively.  Within 12 months of the effective date of this agreement, provide doors with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

 

b.                  Tables.  The tables are inaccessible because the apron is 24 inches above the finished floor.  Provide an accessible table on an accessible route at least 36 inches wide.  Ensure that the table has clear floor space of 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep, knee clearance of at least 27 inches above the finished floor by 30 inches wide by 19 inches deep, and a writing surface between 28 and 34 inches above the finished floor.  Standards '' 8.2, 4.2.4.1, 4.32.

 

c.                  Check-Out Counter.  The counter is 392 inches high.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards ' 7.2(2).

 

d.                  African American Collection.  The ramp to the African American Collection is inaccessible because the slope measures 9.46 degrees and there are no handrails.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards '' 4.3.8, 4.8.

 

e.                  Access Among Levels.  The various levels of the building are not connected by ramps, lifts, or elevators, making it inaccessible to persons using wheelchairs.  Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, establish a procedure for providing access to the programs and activities conducted in the upper levels of the facility or install ramps, platform lifts, or an elevator in compliance with the Standards.  Any procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances.  Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8, 4.11.

 


f.                    Toilet Rooms.  The single user toilet room contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with disabilities.  Provide an accessible toilet room such that all of the room=s elements, including signage, door, door hardware, clear floor space, water closet, urinal (if provided), grab bars, lavatory, mirror, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.13, 4.16, 4.18, 4.19, 4.26, 4.27, 4.30, Figs. 28, 29.

 

18.              Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following modifications to the Paterson Museum, located at 2 Market Street.

 

a.                  Parking.  Although the parking lot has a total of 79 parking spaces, there is only one designated accessible space, which has no access aisle and which has a sign mounted too low.  On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide at least 1 van accessible space and 3 standard spaces designated as reserved for people with disabilities.  Ensure that standard accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 60 inches wide.  Ensure that van accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide.  At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles.  At van accessible spaces, provide an additional AVan-Accessible@ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility.  Ensure that all spaces and access aisles for persons with disabilities are flat and level, with slopes and cross-lopes not exceeding 1:50 in all directions, and that their surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant.  Standards '' 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).

 

b.                  Drinking Fountain

 

i.                     The drinking fountain has a spout that is 40 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a fountain that has a spout height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground surface to the spout outlet, and that otherwise complies with the Standards.  Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27.

 

ii.                   The route passing the drinking fountain is inaccessible because the drinking fountain protrudes inches into the accessible route and would not be detectable to a blind person using a cane.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards ' 4.4.

 

c.                  Women=s Toilet Room with Stalls


 

i.                     The sign is mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Braille.  Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

 

ii.                   The door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 10 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards  4.13.11(2)(b).

 

iii.                  There is no rear grab bar provided at the toilet in the designated accessible stall.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30(a).

 

iv.                 The toilet paper is mounted above the grab bar in the designated accessible stall.  Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered at least 19 inches above the finished floor.  Standards '' 4.16.6, Fig. 29(b).

 

v.                   The toilet the designated accessible stall is inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side of the toilet.  Provide a flush control mounted on the "open" side of the toilet's clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device.  Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.

 

vi.                 The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards ' 4.19.4.

 

vii.                No accessible mirror has been provided.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.19.6.

 


viii.              The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 61 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a paper towel dispenser with the controls a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

d.                  Men=s Toilet Room with Stalls

 

i.                     The sign is mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Braille.  Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

 

ii.                   The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards ' 4.19.4.

 

iii.                  The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted too high above the finished floor over an obstruction.  Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

iv.                 There is no rear grab bar provided at the toilet in the designated accessible stall.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30.

 

v.                   The toilet paper dispenser is inaccessible because it is mounted above the side grab bar.  Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered at least 19 inches above the finished floor.  Standards ' 4.16.6, Fig. 29(b).

 


vi.                 The door to the designated accessible stall is inaccessible because it has twist hardware.  Provide a door with hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist.  Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 

vii.                No accessible coat hook has been provided.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards '' 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

19.              Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, unless otherwise specifically noted, the City will complete the following modifications to the Paterson Public Schools offices, located at 133 Ellison Street.

 

a.                  Access Among Levels.  The various levels of the building are not connected by ramps, lifts, or elevators, making it inaccessible to persons using wheelchairs.  Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, establish a procedure for providing access to the programs and activities conducted in the upper levels of the facility or install ramps, platform lifts, or an elevator in compliance with the Standards.  Any procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances.  Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8, 4.11.

 

b.                  Assistive Listening System.  The training room is inaccessible to people with hearing impairments because there is no assistive listening system available.  Provide a permanently installed assistive listening system (ALS) or a portable ALS with an adequate number of electrical outlets or other supplementary wiring necessary to support a portable assistive listening system.  Also provide receivers equal in number to 4% of the total number of seats (or a minimum of 2) for use by the general public, and provide signage indicating their availability.  28 C.F.R. ' 35.160; Standards '' 4.30, 4.33.

 

c.                  Computer Room

 

i.                     The entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.  Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.  Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.  Standards ' 4.13.9.

 


ii.                   The entrance door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 27 inches.  Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.  Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.



[1]Shifting a toilet a small distance to comply with the centerline requirement need not be expensive.  The important factor is maintaining the correct distance between the side grab bar and the toilet.  Options include moving the partition on which the grab bar is mounted or installing an offset flange to shift the toilet.  Another option is to mount the grab bar on a board attached to the side wall or partition.  The board must extend 1 2@ below the grab bar and 18" above the grab bar to achieve the appropriate distance between toilet and grab bar.