Calcasp Academy: Four Full Days of Engaging and Practical Disabled Access Training
Calcasp Academy: Four Full Days of Engaging and Practical Disabled Access Training
Calcasp Academy: Four Full Days of Engaging and Practical Disabled Access Training
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CALCASP
ACADEMY
Crowne Plaza Hotel, Sacramento
February 5th - 8th 2018
PRESNTERS
Contact Information
All Rights Reserved. Copyright © 2018 California Certified Accessibility Specialist, Inc.
Unauthorized reproduction or distribution of this material is prohibited.
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Both Principals have experience as:
A LITTLE ABOUT • BUILDING OFFICIAL
• PLANS EXAMINER
CALCASP, INC. • BUILDING INSPECTOR
AFFILIATIONS
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CLIENTS
• RESTROOMS
• BREAKS
• CERTIFICATES
• CASP CEU’S
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
• Understand the differences between State & Federal accessibility regulations, standards & codes
• Understand the history of State & Federal accessibility regulations, standards & codes
• Understand “Scoping” as it relates to the broad application of all accessibility regulations, standards & codes
• Learn the concepts and the “why” behind the standards, regulations & codes.
DAY ONE
8:30 to 10:00 Overview of CASp Senate Bills (CRASCA) and the CASp Examination
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DAY ONE cont’d
DAY TWO
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DAY TWO cont’d
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DAY THREE
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DAY THREE cont’d
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DAY FOUR
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Examination
ADA
Civil Rights Standards for
Act Accessible
Design
PROWAG ADAAG
Federal
Rehabilitation
Fair Housing Act.
Amendments
Section
Act
504 & 508
Architectural
UFAS
Barriers Act
ANSI A117.1
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How Does it All Relate?
California
Building
Standards
Code
Assembly
Civil Code
Bills
State Housing
H&S Code
Law
California
Unruh Civil
Senate Bills
Rights Act
Disabled Government
Persons Act Code
CA Code of
Regulations
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• SB 262
• SB-1608
• SB-1186
• SB-1521
• SB-269
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SB-262 Key Points
• Senate Bill 262 (Kuhl)
• Chaptered 2003
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• Chaptered 2008
• Statutory damages only plaintiff denied full and equal access to a place of public
accommodation on a particular occasion
• “Qualified Defendant”
• Owner is a qualified defendant if he/she hired CASp, or if he/she authorizes an agent to hire the
CASp
• Must be construction-related accessibility claim
• Legal benefits not recognized in federal court
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SB-1608 Key Points
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• A signed and dated statement that indicates corrections were made as a result of
a CASp inspection which includes a list of all corrections and dates of completion
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SB-1608 Key Points
• CRASCA Determination: “Inspected By a CASp”
• Identification and description of inspected structures and areas of the site
• An identification and description of the structures or areas of the site that need correction
and the correction needed
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• Requires DSA to submit CBC to DOJ for certification Government Code § 4450
• Establishes CEU on disability access requirements for Architects B&P Code § 5600.05
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SB-1608 Key Points
• Established Disability Access Inspection Certificate (DAIC original, not current)
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SB-1186 Key Points
• Senate Bill 1186 (Steinberg)
• Chaptered 2012
• Reduced statutory damages from $4000 to $1000 for properties CASp or Building Dept.
inspected on or after Jan. 1st 2008
• $1 fee for business licenses for education and training Government Code § 4467
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• Requirements for plaintiffs & attorneys in filing complaints Code of Civil Procedure §
425.50
• Required content for demand letters (advisory notice to defendant) Civil Code § 55.54
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SB-1186 Key Points
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• Chaptered 2015
• Requires high frequency litigant plaintiff to pay a $1000 filing fee per claim to the court
(50% goes to the CCDA)
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AB-1521 Key Points
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• Chaptered 2016
• Established a list of technical violations that do not warrant award of statutory damages
for small businesses of 25 or fewer employees and gross receipts of <$3,500,000 over
the last 3 years, if corrected within 15 days of claim. Civil Code § 55.56
• Interior signs
• Lack of exterior signs
• Order of parking signs or exact wording of parking signs
• Color of signs
• Color of parking lot striping
• Deteriorated or faded paint
• The presence or condition of detectable warning surfaces on ramps
• See Civil Code § 55.56 for complete list
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SB-269 Key Points
• Establishes Option A & Option B grace period of liability for minimum statutory damages
for businesses of less than 50 employees over past 3 years
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SB-269 Key Points
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• Requires a CASp to notify DSA of the city, county, or city and county in which the CASp
provides services. Government Code § 4459.8
• Requires each local agency to provide info on the ADA to each applicant, and that
approval of permit does not signify that applicant has complied with the ADA
Government Code § 65941.6
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SB-269 Key Points
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SB-269 Key Points
• Provides for expedited review by local jurisdiction if:
• The applicant provides a DAIC
• Declares project is for correction of violations addressed in the inspection report
• A CASp has reviewed the project plans
• See Government Code § 65946
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Available on your
Member Dashboard!
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Purpose of Certification:
• The purpose of the CASp Program is to certify through examination an individual's
knowledge of accessibility codes, standards, and regulations in order to possess the
expertise to assess facilities for compliance to construction-related accessibility
standards.
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Impartial Determinations
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• Licensed professionals should be advised that the privileges of licensure may not
extend to the services provided by a CASp.
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• The CASp shall be the responsible party from the jurisdictional agency to request
and receive CASp certificates from DSA, and to maintain the certificate record
book.
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• CRASCA only applies to places of public accommodation (Title III entities) and
does not apply to Title II public entities.
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Applicable Standards
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Given:
• A single story 3450 sq. ft. restaurant with a single accommodation restroom built in 1972.
• The owner states that he had removed all readily achievable barriers as per the 1991
ADA Standards.
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You are asked to provide a CRASCA report and found the following:
• The accessible parking stall is not outlined with a blue border, the 12” “No Parking” letters
are missing form the access aisle and the $250 tow away sign is missing.
• All of the light switches are located between 49” – 53” a.f.f.
• The distance between the edge of the water closet and lavatory is 30” in the single
accommodation restroom.
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Available on your
Member Dashboard!
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Eligibility
EITHER:
(A,B,C or D)
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Fees
The fees authorized by Gov. Code Sec. 4459.8(b)
$500.00 Application Fee* $200.00 Verification of CEU’s
*($100 for CA Licensed Architects/Engineers)
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Reference List
Includes, but is not limited to, the following laws, codes and standards:
1. Public Services (Title II), Public Accommodations and Services Operated
by Private Entities (Title III), and Miscellaneous Provisions (Title V) of the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 USC Chapter 126), and
promulgating regulations, the Americans with Disabilities Act
Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG).
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Reference List
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Reference List
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Reference List
Reference List
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Reference List
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Available on your
Member Dashboard!
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What to Bring
• Not much
• Make sure to bring your site admission form
• Make sure to bring your Identification
• Personal items not allowed
• A basic wrist watch
• No reference material for open book (DSA to provide)
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Check-in
• Check in with the proctor
• They verify your identification and Site admission forms
• Only registered examinees with proper identification will be allowed to
enter the test site.
• Better go to the restroom before you enter.
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Late Arrival
• Don’t be late!
• Late arriving examinees will be considered ineligible.
• No visitors
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Examination Length
• The test consists of 100 multiple choice questions.
• You are given two hours to complete the open book exam and 1.5 hrs for
the closed book exam.
• The proctor will periodically announce the remaining time.
• The clock does not stop for restroom breaks
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General Instructions
• The examination will be offered in Northern & Southern California.
• There is assigned seating
• They provide scratch paper and pencils
• The test proctor will read instructions prior to each examination
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Passing Rates
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CASp Exam & Certification Handbook
Available on your
Member Dashboard!
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How Does it All Relate?
ADA
ADA
Civil Rights Standards for
Act Accessible
Design
PROWAG ADAAG
Federal
Rehabilitation
Fair Housing Act.
Amendments
Section
Act
504 & 508
Architectural
UFAS
Barriers Act
ANSI A117.1
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State Housing
H&S Code
Law
California
Unruh Civil
Senate Bills
Rights Act
Disabled Government
Persons Act Code
CA Code of
Regulations
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Common Abbreviations
ABA Architectural Barrier (Removal) Act
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Federal Access
Laws And Regulation
1961 - ASA (ANSI) (Not Federal but must be mentioned)
1964 - Civil Rights Act
1968 - Fair Housing Act (FHA)
1968 - Architectural Barriers Act (ABA)
1973 - Rehabilitation Act (Section 504, 508, 510)
1984 - Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)
1990 - Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
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• The original ANSI A117.1, adopted in 1961, formed the technical basis for the
first accessibility standards adopted by the federal government and most state
governments
• Unchanged through 1980, revised in 1986
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American National Standard
ANSI A117.1
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Rehabilitations Act
General
• Prohibits discrimination
• In programs conducted by Federal agencies
• In programs receiving Federal financial assistance
• In Federal employment
• In the employment practices of Federal contractors
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Rehabilitations Act
General
Section 504
• States that "no qualified individual with a disability in the United States shall be excluded
from, denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under" any program or
activity that either receives Federal financial assistance or is conducted by any Executive
agency or the United States Postal Service.
• Each Federal agency has its own set of section 504 regulations that apply to its own
programs
• Agencies that provide Federal financial assistance also have section 504 regulations
covering entities that receive Federal aid
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Rehabilitations Act
Section 504 cont’d
• Requirements common to these regulations include:
• Reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities
• Program accessibility
• Effective communication with people who have hearing or vision disabilities
• Accessible new construction and alterations
• Each agency is responsible for enforcing its own regulations
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Uniform Federal
Accessibility Standards
General
• Standards for facility accessibility by physically handicapped persons for Federal
and Federally-funded facilities.
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ADA / ABA Guidelines
General
• On July 23 2004 the US Access Board published new design guidelines (first
published in 1991)
• Includes updated guidelines for Federal facilities covered under the ABA
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Architectural Barriers
Act
General
• Applicable to
• Facilities that are designed, constructed, or altered with Federal funds, or leased by a
Federal agency
• Does not address the activities conducted in those buildings and facilities.
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Architectural Barriers
Act
Enforcement and Application
General Services Administration’s ABA Accessibility Standards
• Applies to all Federal facilities except postal, military, and residential facilities
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ABA
Division 1
Application
and
Administration
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ABA
Division 2
Scoping
Architectural Barriers
Act
F201 Application F224 Transient Lodging Guest Rooms
F202 Existing Buildings and Facilities F225 Storage
F203 General Exceptions F226 Dining Surfaces and Work Surfaces
F204 Protruding Objects F227 Sales and Service
F205 Operable Parts F228 Depositories, Vending Machines, Change machines, Mail Boxes,
F206 Accessible Routes and Fuel Dispensers
F207 Accessible Means of Egress F229 Windows
F208 Parking Spaces F230 Two-Way Communication Systems
F209 Passenger Loading Zones and Bus Stops F231 Judicial Facilities
F210 Stairways F232 Detention Facilities and Correctional Facilities
F211 Drinking Fountains F233 Residential Facilities
F212 Kitchens, Kitchenettes, and Sinks F234 Amusement Rides
F213 Toilet Facilities and Bathing Facilities F235 Recreational Boating Facilities
F214 Washing Machines and Clothes Dryers F236 Exercise Machines and Equipment
F215 Fire Alarm Systems F237 Fishing Piers and Platforms
F216 Signs F238 Golf Facilities
F217 Telephones F239 Miniature Golf Facilities
F218 Transportation Facilities F240 Play Areas
F219 Assistive Listening Systems F241 Saunas and Steam Rooms
F220 Automatic Teller Machines and Fare Machines F242 Swimming Pools, Wading Pools, and Spas
F221 Assembly Areas F243 Shooting Facilities with Firing Positions
F222 Dressing, Fitting, and Locker Rooms
F223 Medical Care and Long-Term Care Facilities
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Architectural Barriers
Act
Minimal Differences in Scoping Between
ADA and ABA
• Exceptions for work areas that limit coverage in the ADA scoping
document are not included in the ABA
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ABA
Existing Buildings and Facilities
Section F202.6
Leases
• When new leases are negotiated including new leases for buildings
previously occupied by the Feds
Shall comply with standards for NEW
Exceptions:
1. Serving disasters on a temporary bases
2. Leased for 12 mos. or less provided not renewed or extended
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ABA
Dining Surfaces and Work Surfaces
Section F226.1
General
• Five percent, min. one, of permanent work surfaces in each work area
must be accessible. Including employee only
Permanently installed work surfaces include:
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Title I - Employment
Who Is Covered?
• Employers with 15 or more employees.
• Religious entities with 15 or more employees
What is Covered?
• Prohibits discrimination in recruitment, hiring, promotions, training, pay, social activities, and other
privileges of employment.
• Restricts questions that can be asked about an applicant‘s disability before a job offer is made
• Requires that employers make reasonable accommodation, unless it results in undue hardship
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• Required to follow specific architectural standards in new construction and alterations of their
buildings.
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Title II – State and Local Government
What Is Covered? cont’d
• Communicate effectively with people who have hearing, vision, or speech disabilities
• Required to take actions that WOULD NOT result in undue financial and administrative burdens
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
State and Local Government – Title II
2010 Standards - Including both the Title II regulations at 28 CFR 35.151; and the 2004
ADAAG at 36 CFR part 1191, appendices B and D.
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Title II – State and Local Government
Protects Three Categories of Individuals
2) Individuals who have a record of a physical or mental impairment that
substantially limited one or more of the individual's major life activities but
who has recovered from the impairment.
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Title II – State and Local Government
Scope of Coverage
• The Standards apply to fixed or built-in elements of:
• Buildings
• Structures
• Site improvements
• Pedestrian routes or vehicular ways located on a site
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Including:
• Dormitories
• Suites
• Apartments
• Other places of residence
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Section 35.105 Title II – State and Local Government
Self-evaluation
A public entity shall:
1) Identify all of the public entity's programs, activities, and services; and
2) Review all the policies and practices that govern the administration of the
programs, activities, and services
3) Take immediate remedial action to eliminate the impediments to full and
equivalent participation.
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A public entity shall operate each service, program, or activity so that the
service, program, or activity, when viewed in its entirety, is readily accessible
to and usable by individuals with disabilities.
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Section 35.150 Title II – State and Local Government
Program Accessibility
• Public entities are not required to remove barriers from each facility, even if
removal is readily achievable
• A public entity must make its "programs" accessible
• Physical changes are required only when there is no other feasible way to make
the “program” accessible
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• Require a public entity to take any action that would threaten or destroy the historic
significance of an historic property; or
• Require a public entity to take any action that it can demonstrate would result in
• A fundamental alteration in the nature of a service, program, or activity or
• In undue financial and administrative burdens
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Section 35.150 Title II – State and Local Government
Program Accessibility
• Must consider all resources available for use in the funding and operation of the service,
program, or activity
• Must be accompanied by a written statement of the reasons for reaching that conclusion
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Example: When a city holds a public meeting in an existing building, it is not required to
make all areas in the building accessible, as long as the meeting room is accessible.
• Accessible telephones and bathrooms should also be provided where these services are
available for use of meeting attendees
• .
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Section 35.150 Title II – State and Local Government
Program Accessibility
Example: A public university that conducts a French course in an inaccessible building may
relocate the course to a building that is readily accessible.
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Section 35.151(b)(4)
Path of travel. An alteration that affects or could affect the usability of or access to an area of a facility
that contains a primary function shall be made so as to ensure that, to the maximum extent feasible,
the path of travel to the altered area and the restrooms, telephones, and drinking fountains serving the
altered area are readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities, including individuals
who use wheelchairs, unless the cost and scope of such alterations is disproportionate to the cost of
the overall alteration.
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Section 35.151(b)(2) Title II – State and Local Government
Alterations
The disproportionality test (20%) contained in the path of travel standards is not applicable
in determining whether providing program access results in an undue financial and
administration burden
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• Must comply with 2010 Standards unless compliance would result in undue
financial and administrative burdens
• Must take other actions that would not result in an undue financial burden
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Section 35.151(b)(2) Title II – State and Local Government
Alterations
Example: cont’d
If the public entity later decides to alter courtrooms in the other building, for
purposes of updating the facility (and has met its program access obligations)
• The public entity would have to comply with the path of travel requirements in
the 2010 Standards subject to the disproportionality exception for the Path of
Travel
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Title II – State and Local Government
Relationship to Title III
EXAMPLE: A privately owned restaurant in a university operates for the
convenience of students under a concession agreement with the university.
• The restaurant is a public accommodation and subject to Title III
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• As a public entity, it is not subject to title III, even though its tenants are public
accommodations that are covered by Title III
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Title III – Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities
Enforcement Dates
• Start date prior to March 15, 2012
• 1991 Standards, 2010 Standards
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Title III – Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities
Readily Achievable Barrier Removal 1991
• Required for the last 27 years
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Title III – Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities
Scoping
• Basic nondiscrimination requirements that prohibit exclusion, segregation, and unequal
treatment
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Title IV – Communication
What Is Covered?
• Telephone and television access for people with hearing and speech
disabilities
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Title V – Miscellaneous Provisions
Retaliation
• Protects individuals with disabilities who successfully sue a company,
government agency, or other entity subject to ADA regulation
• Including those who may have testified on the disabled individual's behalf
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• Individuals with disabilities, under the discretion of the judge, may have their
attorney's fees awarded as part of the settlement of a successful lawsuit under
the ADA.
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Americans With Disabilities
Act
Title V – Miscellaneous Provisions
Other Federal & State Laws
• Any other state or federal laws addressing individuals with disabilities can be
used under the umbrella of the ADA
• If a Federal or State law is developed that is stronger than the provisions outlined in
the ADA, these new, stricter regulations can be incorporated into the existing ADA
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ADA
Division 1
Application
and
Administration
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ADA Application and
Administration
Title 28 - Chapter I - Part 36
Definitions
Readily Achievable
Easily accomplishable and able to be carried out without much difficulty or expense.
Factors to be considered include:
(1) The nature and cost of the action needed under this part;
(2) The overall financial resources of the site or sites involved in the action; the number of persons
employed at the site; the effect on expenses and resources; legitimate safety requirements that are
necessary for safe operation, including crime prevention measures; or the impact otherwise of the
action upon the operation of the site;
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(B) A series of buildings on a common site, either under common ownership or common control or
developed either as one project or as a series of related projects, housing five or more sales or rental
establishments.
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ADA Application and
Administration
Title 28 - Chapter I - Part 36
Definitions
Undue Burden (for auxiliary aids and services)
Significant difficulty or expense. In determining whether an action would result in an undue
burden
Factors to be considered include:
(1) The nature and cost of the action needed under this part;
(2) The overall financial resources of the site or sites involved in the action; the number of persons
employed at the site; the effect on expenses and resources; legitimate safety requirements that are
necessary for safe operation, including crime prevention measures; or the impact otherwise of the
action upon the operation of the site;
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(4) If applicable, the overall financial resources of any parent corporation or entity; the overall size of
the parent corporation or entity with respect to the number of its employees; the number, type, and
location of its facilities; and
(5) If applicable, the type of operation or operations of any parent corporation or entity, including the
composition, structure, and functions of the workforce of the parent corporation or entity.
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ADA Application and
Administration
Title 28 - Chapter I - Part 36
Important Terms
Path of Travel
An alteration that affects or could affect the usability of or access to an area of a facility that contains a
primary function shall be made so as to ensure that, to the maximum extent feasible, the path of travel
to the altered area and the restrooms, telephones, and drinking fountains serving the altered area, are
readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities, including individuals who use
wheelchairs, unless the cost and scope of such alterations is disproportionate to the cost of the overall
alteration.
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ADA Application and
Administration
Title 28 - Chapter I - Part 36 - 36.402(c)
Important Terms
To the Maximum Extent Feasible
• Applies to the occasional case where the nature of an existing facility makes it virtually
impossible to comply
• Shall provide the max. physical accessibility feasible.
• Accessible to persons with other types of disabilities (crutches, impaired vision or
hearing, other impairments)
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Safe Harbor
• Alterations: Path of travel.
• If constructed in accordance with the specifications in the 1991 Standards
Not required to retrofit such elements to reflect the incremental changes in the 2010
Standards
• The safe harbor does not apply to supplemental requirements.
Must be modified to the extent readily achievable to comply with the 2010 Standards.
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ADA Application and
Administration
Safe Harbor Does Not Apply To:
(supplemental changes)
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ADAS
Division 2
Scoping
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223 Medical Care and Long-Term Care Facilities
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ADAS
Existing Buildings and Facilities
Section 202.4
Alterations Affecting Primary Function Areas
• Primary function areas are not limited to public use areas
• Maximum extent feasible, the path of travel to the altered area, including the
rest rooms, telephones, and drinking fountains serving the altered area
Unless
• Alterations are disproportionate to the overall alterations in terms of cost and
scope (
• 28 CFR 36.403 (f)(1)
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ADAS
Accessible Routes
Section 206.2.1
Site Arrival Points
Min. one accessible route shall be provided within the site from:
• Accessible parking spaces
• Accessible passenger loading zones
• Public streets and sidewalks
• Public transportation stops
To the accessible building or facility entrance they serve
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ADAS
Accessible Routes
Section 206.4 Ex 1
Alterations To Entrances
Exception:
Where an alteration includes alterations to an entrance, and the building or
facility has another complying entrance that is on an accessible route.
• Unless it is a primary entrance
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ADAS
Accessible Routes
Section 206.4.1
Public Entrances
A min. of 60 percent of all public ENTRANCES must be accessible
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ADAS
Toilet Facilities and Bathing Facilities
Section 213.3
Urinals
Where more than one is provided it must be accessible.
Section 213.3.4
Lavatories
Where lavatories are provided at least one must be accessible
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ADAS
Signs
Section 216.5 Ex 1
Parking
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ADAS
Division 4
Accessible Routes
ADAS
Doors, Doorways, and Gates
Table 404.2.5
Thresholds
Exception:
Existing or altered thresholds 3/4 inch high maximum that have a beveled
edge on each side with a slope not steeper than 1:2 shall not be required to
comply.
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ADAS
Doors, Doorways, and Gates
Table 404.2.9
Door and Gate Opening Force
Fire doors
• Min. opening force allowable by the AHJ
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Ramps
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ADAS
Ramps
Section 405.5
Clear Width
The clear width of a ramp run is 36 inches minimum
between handrails
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ADAS
Ramps
Section 405.7.4
Change in Direction
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ADAS
Ramps
Section 405.9
Edge Protection
Protection shall be provide by:
Or
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ADAS
Curb Ramps
Section 406.4
Landings
EXCEPTION: In alterations, where there is no landing at the top of Curb Ramps, Curb
Ramp flares shall be provided and shall not be steeper than 1:12
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ADAS
Ramps
Landings
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ADAS
Division 5
General Site and
Building Elements
ADAS
Parking Spaces
Section 502.2 Ex
Vehicle Space
• Car Stalls must be 8 feet wide min.
• Van Stalls must be 11 feet wide min.
• Access Aisles must be 5 feet wide min.
OR
• Van Stalls and their Access Aisle must be 8 feet wide min.
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ADAS
Parking Spaces
or
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ADAS
Parking Spaces
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ADAS
Parking Spaces
Section 502.3.4
Location
Access aisle are permitted to be placed on either of the parking stall.
• Except angled van parking spaces must have the access aisle on the
passenger side.
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ADAS
Handrails
Section 505.10.3
Bottom Extensions at Stairs
• Bottom handrails must extend at the slope of the stairs for one tread width
min. beyond the last riser.
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ADAS
Division 6
Plumbing Elements
and Facilities
ADAS
Water Closets and Toilet Compartments
Section 604.2
Location
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ADAS
Water Closets and Toilet Compartments
Section 604.7
Location
The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches min. and 48 inches max.
above the finish floor
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ADAS
Water Closets and Toilet Compartments
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ADAS
Shower Compartments
Section 608.2.1
Transfer Type Shower Compartments
• 36 inches by 36 inches
• 36 inch wide entry
• Clear floor space of 36 inches by 48
inches measured from the control wall
side
• ½” max vertical threshold allowed
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ADAS
Shower Compartments
Section 608.3.2
Standard Roll-In Type Shower
Compartments
• If a seat is not provided in standard roll-in type shower compartments
• Grab bars shall be provided on three walls
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ADAS
Shower Compartments
Section 608.5.2
Standard Roll-In Type Shower
Compartments
• Controls, faucet and shower spray unit must be on back wall adjacent to seat
• Located 27 inches max. from seat wall
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ADAS
Division 7
Communication
Elements
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ADAS
Signs
Section 703.4.1
Height Above Finish Floor or Ground
Sign mounting height
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Welcome
to the
CALCASP Academy
Day Two
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DAY TWO
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Origins of California Access Laws
ADA
Civil Rights Standards for
Act Accessible
Design
PROWAG ADAAG
Federal
Rehabilitation
Fair Housing Act.
Amendments
Section
Act
504 & 508
Architectural
UFAS
Barriers Act
ANSI A117.1
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How Does it All Relate?
California
Building
Standards
Code
Assembly
Civil Code
Bills
State Housing
H&S Code
Law
California
Unruh Civil
Senate Bills
Rights Act
Disabled Government
Persons Act Code
CA Code of
Regulations
203
Common Abbreviations
CAC California Administrative Code
102
Origins of California
Access Laws
Publicly funded 1968
• A117.1 was specified as the interim standard
until Title 24 (CBC) took effect in 1982
• Required in California for 50 years
Alterations 1973
• Required in California for 45 years
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Origins of California
Access Laws
1959
Unruh Act (Civil Code 51)
• Outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, and
national origin in places of public accommodation
• Updated in 1992 to make a violation of the ADA a violation of the Unruh
Civil Rights Act
• Statutory Damages for each and every offense
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103
Origins of California
Access Laws
1968
Disabled Persons Act (DPA) (Civil Code 54)
• Protects right of equal access in places of public accommodation for
individuals with disabilities or medical conditions
• Updated in 1992 to make a violation of the ADA a violation of the
Disabled Persons Act (DPA)
• Max of 3 times amount of damage but no less than $1K
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Origins of California
Access Laws
1968
Government Code 4450
• Covered publicly funded buildings, structures, sidewalks, curbs and
related facilities.
• Adopted the 1961 American Standards Association (ASA) A117.1
• 11 page document describing how to make facilities accessible, based on 1950’s
research.
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104
Origins of California
Access Laws
1970
Health & Safety Code 19955
• Access extended to privately funded facilities (hotels, motels, stores,
restaurants, etc.).
1973
Health & Safety Code 19959 & Government Code 4456
• Addressed alterations to existing buildings
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Origins of California
Access Laws
1978
Public Ressources Code 5070 – 5411
• Recreational facilities and playgrounds
1982
CCR, Title 24, Part 2
• First published in CBC (UBC with CA Amendments)
2002
Health & Safety Code 17959
• (HCD) to design guidelines for Universal Design
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CBC
Application
Chapter 1, Section 1.9.1.1 (Gov. Code 4450)
Publicly Funded Buildings, Structures, Sidewalks, Curbs and
Related Facilities
• Constructed with state, county or municipal funds
• Leased, rented, contracted, sublet or hired by government
• Used for congregate residences or 1 and 2 family dwellings
• When alterations, structural repairs or additions to existing publicly funded buildings
or facilities
• When permits are not required, (see GC 4451(c)), the codes in effect at the time of
construction
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CBC
Application
Chapter 1, Section 1.9.1.2 (H&S Code 19952)
Privately Funded Public Accommodations and Commercial
Facilities:
• Any building, structure, facility, complex, or improved area, which is used by the
general public
• Any sanitary facility available to the public, clients or employees
• Any curb or sidewalk intended for public use
• All existing public accommodations, when alterations, structural repairs or additions
are made
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CBC
Application
Chapter 1, Section 1.9.1.3 (Gov. Code 4450 &12955.1(d))
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CBC – 11B
Division 1
Application and
Administration
CBC
Conventions
Section 11B-104.1
Dimensions
All dimensions that are not stated as a min. or max. (range) are
ABSOLUTE.
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Conventions
Section 11B-104.1.1
Construction and Manufacturing Tolerances
• If there is a range then that is considered the “construction tolerance”.
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Conventions
Section 11B-104.2
Calculation of Percentages
• Where the number of elements or facilities are determined by ratios or
percentages and remainders or fractions result
• The next greater whole number
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Conventions
Section 11B-104.2
Calculation of Percentages
Number
Example:
11B-206.2.11 - 5 percent, but no fewer than one of each type of bowling lane shall
be on an accessible route.
• 52 bowling lanes are provided
• 52 X 0.05 = 2.6
• 3 bowling lanes must be on an accessible route
See also: 11B-212.3 Sinks, 11B-221.4 Designated Aisle Seats, 11B-222 Dressing, Fitting, and Locker
Rooms
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Conventions
Section 11B-104.2
Calculation of Percentages
Size or Dimension
Example:
11B-804.5 - 50% of shelf space in storage facilities must be within reach ranges
• 32.25 lf of shelf space provided
• 16.125 lf is required to meet reach range
• 16 lf of storage space that meet reach range is acceptable.
Size is generally area (length x width) or volume (length x width x height)
Dimension is generally length, width, or height
See also: 11B-222 Dressing, Fitting, and Locker Rooms, 11B-804.6.6 Refrigerator/Freezer
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Definitions
Assembly Area
• A building or facility, or portion thereof, used for the purpose of entertainment,
educational or civic gatherings, or similar purposes.
Definitions
Accessible Route
A continuous path connecting accessible elements and spaces of an accessible site,
building or facility
• Negotiated by a person with a disability using a wheelchair
• Safe for and usable by persons with other disabilities.
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111
Definitions
223
Definitions
Clear
Unobstructed
Common Use
Available to a restricted group of people
• Example: occupants of a homeless shelter, occupants of an office building or the guests of
such occupants
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112
Definitions
Curb Ramp
• Sloping pedestrian way
• Provides access between walk or sidewalk and a surface located above or below an
adjacent curb face.
Destination-orientated Elevator
• Operated by the user to select a destination floor
• System assigns an elevator car
• Does not provide floor selection within elevator cars.
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Definitions
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Definitions
Path of Travel
• An accessible route within an existing site, building or facility
• Approached, entered and exited
• Connects exterior approach (including sidewalks, streets, and parking areas), to an
entrance to the facility, and other parts of the facility.
In alterations the term also includes:
• Toilet and bathing facilities, telephones, drinking fountains and signs serving the area of
work.
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Definitions
Pedestrian Way
A route by which a pedestrian may pass
Public Housing
Owned or operated by, for or on behalf of a public entity including:
• One and two family dwellings and congregate residences;
• Complexes with three or more residences;
• Housing provided by entities subject to regulations issued by HUD;
• Homeless shelters, group homes and social service establishments;
• Transient lodging, (hotels, motels, hostels) facilities providing accommodations not
more than 30 days duration;
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Definitions
Public Use
Available to the general public
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Definitions
Public Way
A street, alley or other parcel of land open to the outside air
• Leading to a street, that has been deeded, dedicated or otherwise permanently
appropriated to the public for public use
• Has a clear width and height of not less than 10 feet.
Sidewalk
A surfaced pedestrian way contiguous to a street used by the public (private property?)
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Definitions
Stair
A change in elevation, consisting of one or more risers.
Unreasonable Hardship
An unreasonable hardship exists when the enforcing agency finds that compliance with the building
standard would make the specific work of the project affected by the building standard unfeasible,
based on an overall evaluation of the following factors:
1. The cost of providing access.
2. The cost of all construction contemplated.
3. The impact of proposed improvements on financial feasibility of the project.
4. The nature of the accessibility which would be gained or lost.
5. The nature of the use of the facility under construction and its availability to persons with
disabilities.
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Definitions
Vehicular Way
A route intended for vehicular traffic, such as a street, driveway or parking facility
Walk
An exterior prepared surface for pedestrian use, including pedestrian areas such as plazas
and courts
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Definitions
Workstation
An area defined by equipment and/or work surfaces intended for use by employees only,
and generally for one or a small number of employees at a time.
Examples include:
• ticket booths • kiosk vending stands
• employee side of grocery • lifeguard stations
store check stands • maintenance equipment
• bartender area behind a bar closets
• employee side of snack bars, • counter and equipment areas
sales counters and public in restaurant kitchens
counters • file rooms
• guardhouses • storage areas
• toll booths
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CBC
Division 2
Scoping
Requirements
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Scoping
201 Application 226 Dining Surfaces and Work Surfaces
202 Existing Buildings and Facilities 227 Sales and Service
203 General Exceptions 228 Depositories, Vending Machines, Change Machines,
204 Protruding Objects Mail Boxes, and Fuel Dispensers
205 Operable Parts
206 Accessible Routes 229 Windows
207 Accessible Means of Egress 230 Two-Way Communication Systems
208 Parking Spaces 231 Judicial Facilities
209 Passenger Loading Zones and Bus Stops 232 Detention Facilities and Correctional Facilities
210 Stairways 233 Residential Facilities
211 Drinking Fountains 234 Amusement Rides
212 Kitchens, Kitchenettes, and Sinks 235 Recreational Boating Facilities
213 Toilet Facilities and Bathing Facilities 236 Exercise Machines and Equipment
214 Washing Machines and Clothes Dryers 237 Fishing Piers and Platforms
215 Fire Alarm Systems
238 Golf Facilities
216 Signs
217 Telephones 239 Miniature Golf Facilities
218 Transportation Facilities 240 Play Areas
219 Assistive Listening Systems 241 Saunas and Steam Rooms
220 Automatic Teller Machines and Fare Machines 242 Swimming Pools, Wading Pools, and Spas
221 Assembly Areas 243 Shooting Facilities with Firing Positions
222 Dressing, Fitting, and Locker Rooms 244 Religious Facilities
223 Medical Care and Long-Term Care Facilities 245 Public Accommodation Located in a Private Residence
224 Transient Lodging Guest Rooms 246 Parks and Recreational Areas
225 Storage
247 Detectable Warnings and Detectable Directional Texture
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Section 11B-202.4
Path of Travel Requirements in Alterations, Additions and Structural
Repairs
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Existing Buildings and Facilities
Section 11B-202.4
Path of Travel Requirements in Alterations, Additions and Structural
Repairs (cont’d)
Safe Harbor
• Elements of a path of travel that have been constructed or altered in compliance with
immediately preceding edition of the CBC shall not be required to retrofit such elements
Section 11B-202.4 Ex 8
Path of Travel Requirements in Alterations, Additions and Structural
Repairs (cont’d)
• When the total construction cost does not exceed the current threshold
• Compliance shall be limited to the actual work of the project
AND
• Access shall be provided to a primary entrance, sanitary facilities, telephones, signs and
drinking fountains (path of travel) and limited to 20 percent of the adjusted construction cost of
the alteration, structural repair or addition
http://www.dgs.ca.gov/dsa/Programs/progAccess/threshold.aspx
2018 - $161,298.00
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Existing Buildings and Facilities
Section 11B-202.4 Ex 8
Path of Travel Requirements in Alterations, Additions and Structural
Repairs (cont’d)
• When the total construction cost exceeds the current threshold
AND
• The enforcing agency finds an unreasonable hardship
• Compliance shall be provided by equivalent facilitation or to the greatest extent possible
without creating an unreasonable hardship. What constitutes an UH is determined by the AHJ.
BUT
• In no case shall the cost of compliance be less than 20 percent of the adjusted construction
cost of alterations, structural repairs or additions
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Section 11B-202.4 Ex 9
Path of Travel Requirements in Alterations, Additions and Structural
Repairs (cont’d)
• Previously exempt privately funded, multistory buildings, without elevators, but as of, April 1, 1994,
are no longer exempt are subject to the 20% disproportionality provisions even if the valuation
threshold is exceeded.
1. Office buildings and passenger vehicle service stations ≥ 3 stories and > 3,000 square feet per
floor
2. Offices of physicians and surgeons
3. Shopping centers
4. Other buildings ≥ 3 stories and > 3,000 square feet per floor, if a reasonable portion of services
is available on an accessible level
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Existing Buildings and Facilities
Section 11B-202.4 Ex 10
Path of Travel Requirements in Alterations, Additions and Structural
Repairs (cont’d)
• Alterations solely for the purpose of installing (EVCS) at facilities where vehicle fueling, recharging,
parking or storage is a primary function
• Shall comply to the maximum extent feasible without exceeding 20 percent of the cost of the
work directly associated with the installation of EVCS.
• Alterations solely for the purpose of installing EVCS at facilities where vehicle fueling, recharging,
parking or storage is not a primary function
• Shall not be required to comply with Path of Travel Requirements
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General Exceptions
Section 11B-203.8
Public Housing Facilities
Common use areas not serving units required to have mobility features
• Are not required to comply or be on an accessible route
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General Exceptions
Section 11B-203.9
Employee Workstations
Shall only be required to comply with:
• Path of travel; doorways, ramps, and common use circulation paths
• Means of egress
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Operable Parts
Section 11B-205.1 Ex
General
Exceptions:
1. Intended for use only by service or maintenance personnel
2. Electrical or communication receptacles serving a dedicated use
3. Reserved
4. Floor electrical receptacles
5. HVAC diffusers
6. Except for light switches, where redundant controls are provided for a single element, one control
in each space shall not be required to comply
7. Cleats and other boat securement devices
8. Exercise machines and exercise equipment
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Accessible Routes
Section 11B-206.2.1
Site Arrival Points
• At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from:
• Accessible parking spaces;
• Accessible passenger loading zones;
• Public streets and sidewalks and;
• Public transportation stops
to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve
• Where more than one route is provided, all routes must be accessible.
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Accessible Routes
Section 11B-206.2.3
Multi-Story Buildings and Facilities
At least one accessible route shall connect each story and mezzanine in
multi-story buildings and facilities.
Exceptions
1.1 Privately funded office buildings (other than the professional office of a health care
provider) and passenger vehicle service stations less than three stories high or less
than 3,000 square feet per story.
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Accessible Routes
and that are less than three stories high or less than 3,000 square feet per story if a
reasonable portion of all facilities and accommodations normally sought and used by
the public are accessible
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Accessible Routes
3. and 4. To cells and residential facilities that are not required to have mobility features
Provided
• All common use areas serving cells and residential facilities required to provide
mobility features are accessible and
• All public use areas are accessible.
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Accessible Routes
6. In air traffic control towers, an accessible route is not required to serve the cab and the
equipment areas on the floor immediately below the cab.
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Accessible Routes
Section 11B-206.2.5
Restaurants, Cafeterias, Banquet Facilities and Bars
An accessible route shall be provided to all functional areas, including raised
or sunken areas, and outdoor areas.
Exception: In alterations
• Where an accessible route between stories is not required, and
• The mezzanine contains less than 25% of the seating, and
• The same service and décor are provided in the accessible area
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Accessible Routes
Section 11B-206.2.8
Employee Work Areas
An accessible route must be provided within common use circulation paths
within employee work areas
Exception:
• Work areas that are an integral component of work area equipment
• Exterior employee work areas that are fully exposed to the weather
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Accessible Routes
Section 11B-206.2.13
Exercise Machines and Equipment
At least one of each type of exercise machines and equipment must be on
an accessible route
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Accessible Routes
Section 11B-206.2.18
Area of Sport Activity
An accessible route must be provided to the boundary of each area of sports
activity
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Accessible Routes
Section 11B-206.4.1
Entrances and Exterior Ground Floor Exits
All entrances and exterior ground-floor exits to buildings and facilities must
be accessible
Exceptions:
• Exterior ground floor exits serving smoke-proof enclosures
• Stairwells
• Exits greater than 24 inches above grade and in excess of what is required in Chapter 10
(signed – not accessible)
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Accessible Routes
Section 11B-206.4.10
Medical Care and Long-Term Care Facilities
At least one accessible entrance shall be protected from the weather by
canopy or roof overhang where the period of stay may exceed twenty-four
hours
• Passenger loading zone and one entrance must be protected from the weather
by a canopy or roof
• Loading zone – 5’ x 20’
• Vertical clearance of 114” (9’-6”) min., from the public way
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Accessible Routes
Section 11B-206.7
Platform Lifts
New construction in the following locations:
• Performance Areas
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Accessible Routes
Section 11B-206.7-10
Platform Lifts
New construction in the following locations: (cont’d)
• Amusement Rides
• Play Areas
• Recreational Boating Facilities and Fishing Piers and Platforms (in lieu of gangways)
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Parking Spaces
Section 11B-208.1
General
• Electric vehicle charging stations are not parking spaces
Section 11B-208.2
Minimum Number
10% of patient
Hospital Outpatient Facilities and visitor
(including free-standing buildings providing
outpatient clinical services of a hospital)
20% of patient
Rehabilitation Facilities and Outpatient and visitor
Physical Therapy Facilities
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Parking Spaces
Section 11B-208.2
Van Parking Spaces
For every six or fraction of six parking must be a van parking space
• Van parking space are permitted to be grouped in multi-story parking facilities
Section 11B-209.2.1
Passenger Loading Zones
At least one passenger loading zone in every continuous 100 linear feet of
loading zone space, or fraction thereof
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Stairways
Section 11B-210.1 Ex
General
• In alterations, stairs between levels that are connected by an accessible
route must only provide:
• Contrasting striping on treads
• Handrails
• Stairs in assembly areas and that connect play components must only
provide:
• Contrasting striping on treads
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Toilet Facilities and Bathing Facilities
Section 11B-213.2 Ex
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Section 11B-213.3.1
Plumbing Fixtures and Accessories
• At least 5% but no fewer than one of the toilet compartments, or five
percent of the combination of toilet compartments and urinals
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Toilet Facilities and Bathing Facilities
Section 11B-213.3.3
Urinals
• At least 10% but no fewer than one urinal must be accessible.
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Section 11B-215.4
Transient Lodging
Guest rooms required to comply with Communication Features must have;
• Visual alarms activated by both the in-room smoke alarm and the building fire alarm
system
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Fire Alarm Systems
Section 11B-215.5
Public Housing Facilities
Where provided, in residential dwelling units rooms required to comply with
Communication Features must have;
• Alarms with the capability to support visible alarm notification appliances in
accordance with NFPA 72
• Carbon monoxide alarms, where provided, must comply with Chapter 4
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Signs
Section 11B-216.1 Ex
General
Signs not required to comply
• Building directories
• Menus
• Seat and row designations in assemblies
• Occupant names
• Building addresses
• Company names and logos
• Temporary signs (7 days or less)
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Signs
Section 11B-216.2
Designations
Interior and exterior signs that identifying permanent rooms and spaces
• Raised Characters 11B-703.2
• Braille 11B-703.3
• Visual Characters 11B-703.5
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Signs
Section 11B-216.3
Directional and Informational Signs
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Signs
Section 11B-216.4.1
Means of Egress
Required by Chapter 10
At exit doors to exit passageways, exit discharge, and exit stairways
• Raised Characters
• Visual Characters
• Braille
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Signs
Section 11B-216.4.3
Directional Signs
Required by Chapter 10
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Signs
Section 11B-216.8
Toilet Rooms and Bathing Rooms
If existing toilet and bathing rooms are non-compliant
• Directional signs indicating the location of the nearest accessible toilet or bathing
room
• Sign must have an ISA
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Signs
Section 11B-216.10
Assistive Listening Systems
Assembly areas required to have assisted listening systems
• Sign “Assisted Listening System Available”
• Posted in a prominent place of at or near the assembly entrance
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Signs
Section 11B-216.11
Check-Out Aisles
If all check-out aisles are not accessible
• An identification sign must be posted at each accessible check stand
• Located in the same location as the check-out aisle identification
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Signs
Section 11B-216.14
Variable Message Signs (VMS)
Where provided in transportation facilities or building designed as
emergency shelters
• Must comply with 703.8 (Variable message signs)
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Telephones
Section 11B-217
Volume Controls
All public telephones must have volume controls
• Coin-operated, coinless, courtesy
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Section 11B-219.2
Required Systems
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Assistive Listening System
Section 11B-219.3
Receivers
4% of total number of seats, no less than 2
• 25% and a min. of 2 must be hearing-aid compatible
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Section 11B-219.5
Permanent and Portable Systems
Permanently installed if;
• Accommodate at least 50 people
OR
AND
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Automatic Teller Machines, Fare Machines
and Point-of-Sale Devices
Section 11B-220.1.3
Automatic Teller Machines and Fare Machines
No of ATMS
1 Shall Comply With:
2 One Shall Comply With: The Second Shall Comply With:
3 or more 50% Shall Comply With: The Rest Shall Comply With:
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Assembly Areas
Section 11B-221.1
General
Assembly areas must provide;
• Wheelchair seating
• Companion seating
• Designated aisle seating
• Semi-ambulant seating
• Lawn seating (where fixed seats are not provided), must connect to an accessible
route
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Assembly Areas
Section 11B-221.2
Lines of Sight and Dispersion
• Choice of locations and viewing angles
• Stadiums, arenas and grandstands
• Dispersed to all levels that include seating served by an accessible route
• Horizontal Dispersion
• Assembly areas that have seating encircling, in whole or in part, a field of play or
performance
• Dispersed horizontally around the field of play or performance area
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Assembly Areas
Section 11B-221.3
Companion Seats
At least one companion seat shall be provided for each wheelchair space (immediately
adjacent)
Section 11B-221.4
Designated Aisle Seats
At least 5% of the total number of aisle seats provided must be the aisle seats located
closest to accessible routes
Section 11B-221.6
Semi-Ambulant Seats
1% and no less than 2
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Section 11B-222.1
General
5%, but no fewer than one, of each type of use in each cluster provided
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Medical Care and Long-Term Care
Facilities
Section 11B-223.2.1
Facilities Not Specializing in Treating Conditions That Affect
Mobility
• 10%, but no fewer than one, of the patient bedrooms or resident sleeping
rooms shall provide mobility features
• Dispersed in a manner that is proportionate by type of medical specialty
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Medical Care and Long-Term Care
Facilities
Section 11B-223..3
Long-Term Care Facilities
• 50%, but no fewer than one, of each type of patient bedroom or resident
sleeping room must provide mobility features
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Section 11B-224.1.2
Guest Room Doors and Doorways
• Guest rooms not required to provide mobility features
• Doors must be 32 inches clear
• Bathroom doors must be sliding or swing out
Section 11B-224.1.3
Range of Accommodations
• Dispersed among the various classes of sleeping accommodations to
provide a range of options
• Sizes, costs, and amenities
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Transient Lodging Guest Rooms, Housing At A Place Of
Education And Social Services Center Establishments
Section 11B-224.2.1
Guest Rooms with Mobility Features
• Where 50 or less guest rooms per facility are on the same site and
subject to the same permit
• May be combined to determine of number of accessible rooms and type of
accessible bathing facility
• More than 50
• Each building treated separately
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Section 11B-224.4
Guest Rooms with Communication Features
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Transient Lodging Guest Rooms, Housing At A Place Of
Education And Social Services Center Establishments
Section 11B-224.5
Dispersion
• Rooms with mobility features and rooms with communication features
• Dispersed among the various classes, choices of types
• Number of beds, and other amenities comparable to the choices provided to other guests
• At least one room with mobility features must also provide communication
features
• 10% max. of the rooms that have mobility features may be used to satisfy number of
rooms with communication features
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Section 11B-224.7.1
Housing at a Place of Education
Housing units containing accessible sleeping rooms with mobility features
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Transient Lodging Guest Rooms, Housing At A Place Of
Education And Social Services Center Establishments
Section 11B-224.7
Housing at a Place of Education
Exception:
Housing facilities with residential dwelling units that are provided by or on
behalf of a place of education
• Leased on a year round basis exclusively to graduate students or faculty
• Do not contain any public use or common use areas available for
educational programming
Are not subject to (11B- 224) Transient Lodging Guest Rooms but must
comply with (11B-233) Residential Facilities
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Storage
Section 11B-225.2.1
Lockers
• 5% min., no less than one of each type
Section 11B-225.2.1
Library Book Stacks
• Book stacks may be 54 inches max. above the AFF
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Self-Storage
Table 11B-225.3
Self-Service Storage Facilities
Section 11B-225.3.1
Dispersion
• Dispersed throughout the various classes of spaces
• Number of spaces does not have to exceed table
• Not required to be dispersed among buildings
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Section 11B-226.1
General
• 5% of seating and standing spaces used for the consumption of food or
drink must be accessible
296
148
Dining Surfaces and Work Surfaces
Section 11B-226.2
Dispersion
• Dispersed throughout the space or facility for each type of seating in a
functional area
Section 11B-226.3
Dining Surfaces Exceeding 34 Inches in Height
(food or drink)
297
Section 226.4
298
149
Electrical Vehicle Charging Stations
Section 228.3.1.1
Existing Facilities
• Requirements only apply to new EVCS’s and to alterations of existing
EVCS’s
299
Section 228.3.2
Minimum Number
If an EVCS is provided at more than one facility on a site
300
150
Number of EV SPACES required
TABLE 11B-228.3.2.1
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS FOR PUBLIC USE AND COMMON USE
301
Section 11B-232.2.2
Cells with Communication Features
• 2%, min. of 1 equipped with audible emergency alarm systems and
permanently installed telephones shall provide:
• Visible alarms and telephone volume controls
302
151
Play Areas
Section 11B-240.1
General
• Play areas for children 2 years and older must comply
Section 11B-240.2
Minimum Number and Types
• If elevated play components are provided, ground level play components
shall be provided
303
304
152
Swimming Pools, Wading Pools, and Spas
2. Min. of 1 at wave action pools, leisure rivers, sand bottom pools, and other pools
where user access is limited
• Pool lift
• Sloped entry
153
Religious Facilities
307
154
Detectable Warnings and Detectable
Directional Texture
Section 11B-247.1.2.1 though 11B-247.1.2.7
Where Required
• Platform Edges
• Curb Ramps
• Islands or Cut-through Medians
• Bus Stops
• Hazardous Vehicular Areas
• If a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicular way, and is not separated by curbs, railings
or other elements the boundary shall be defined by a continuous detectable warning
• Reflecting Pools
• Track crossings
309
CBC
Division 3
Building Blocks
155
Floor and Ground Surfaces
Section 11B-302
• Stable, Firm and Slip Resistant
• Carpet
• ½ max. pile and edges be fastened to floor
• Gratings
• ½ max. opening – perpendicular to POT
311
Changes in Level
Section 11B-303
• Changes in level
• ¼ inch max. vertical
• ¼ to ½ - 1 unit vertical to 2 units horizontal
312
156
Changes in Level
• Turning spaces
• Clear floor or ground spaces
• Maneuvering clearance at doors
• Ramp landings
• Parking spaces and access aisles
• Vehicle pull-up and access aisles
• Tread surfaces
• Wheelchair spaces
313
Changes in Level
Section 11B-303.5
Warning Curbs
• Abrupt changes in level exceeding 4 inches between walks, sidewalks or
other pedestrian ways and adjacent surfaces
• Identified by warning curbs min. 6 inches in height
314
157
Turning Space
Section 11B-304
• Changes in level are not permitted
• Exception:1:48 max. slope
315
Turning Space
Section 11B-304
• T-Shaped Space
• 60 inch square min.
• Arms and base 36 inches wide min.
• Arms must be clear of obstructions 12 inches min. in each direction
• Base must be clear of obstructions 24 inches min.
• May include knee and toe space only at the end of either the base or one arm.
• Doors may swing into turning space
316
158
Turning Space
317
Section 11B-305
• Changes in level are not permitted
• Exception:1:48 max. slope
318
159
Clear Floor or Ground Space
319
Section 11B-306
Toe Clearance
• Toe clearance is the space between the floor and 9 inches AFF
• Depth extends 25 inches max. and 17 min.
• Exception:
• 19 inches max. under lavatories
• 19 inches min. under sinks
• 19 inches min. under built in dining and work surfaces
320
160
Knee and Toe Clearance
Section 11B-306
Toe Clearance (cont’d)
• Space extending greater than 6 inches past knee clearance shall not be
considered toe clearance
• 30 inches wide min.
321
Section 11B-306
Knee Clearance
• Min. height
• Between 9 inches and 27 inches AFF
• Exception: (for lavatories) - increases to 29 inches high min. AFF
• At the front edge of a counter with a built-in lavatory
• At the front edge of a wall-mounted lavatory fixture.
• Max. depth
• Extends 25 inches max. at 9 inches AFF
322
161
Knee and Toe Clearance
323
324
162
Protruding Objects
Section 11B-307
Protrusion Limits
325
Protruding Objects
Section 11B-307.2
Protrusion Limits
• Handrails may protrude 4½ inches max.
326
163
Protruding Objects
Section 11B-307
Post-Mounted Objects
327
Protruding Objects
Section 1003.3.2
Protrusion Limits (cont’d)
Within a Means of Egress Component:
328
164
Protruding Objects
Section 11B-307.4
Vertical Clearance
329
Protruding Objects
Section 11B-307.4
Vertical Clearance
330
165
Reach Ranges
Section 11B-308
Switches and Outlets
• Controls and switches intended to be used by the occupant for lighting and receptacle
outlets, appliances, and HVAC equipment
• Receptacle outlets on branch circuits of 30 amperes or less and communication system
receptacles
331
Reach Ranges
Section 11B-308.2
Forward Reach – Unobstructed
332
166
Reach Ranges
Section 11B-308.2.2
Forward Reach – Obstructed
• Clear floor space = obstruction depth
333
Reach Ranges
Section 11B-308.2.2
Must be less than or equal to
Forward Reach knee and toe space below
334
167
Reach Ranges
Section 11B-308.3.1
Side Reach – Unobstructed
335
Reach Ranges
Section 11B-308.3.1
Side Reach – Unobstructed
336
168
Reach Ranges
Section 11B-308.3.1
Side Reach – Obstructed
• Obstruction height = 34 inches max.
• Obstruction depth = 24 inches max.
337
Reach Ranges
Section 11B-308.3.1
Side Reach
338
169
Operable Parts
Section 11B-309
Clear Floor Space / Operation
• Operable parts must be provided with a clear floor space
• Operable with one hand and must not require tight grasping, pinching, or
twisting of the wrist.
339
CBC 11B
Division 4
Accessible Routes
170
Accessible Routes
Section 11B-402.2
Components
• Consist of one or more of the following components:
• Walking surfaces with a running slope not steeper than 1:20
• Doorways
• Ramps
• Curb Ramps excluding the flared sides
• Elevators
• Platform lifts
341
Walking Surfaces
Section 11B-403.3
Slope
• Running slope
• 1:20 or less
• Cross Slope
• 1:48 or less
Exception: The running slope of sidewalks shall not exceed the general grade established
for the adjacent street or highway
342
171
Walking Surfaces
Section 11B-403.5.1
Clear Width
• 36 inches clear min.
Exceptions: 1. Reduced to 32 inches min. for a length of 24 inches max. provided that
reduced width segments are separated by segments that are 48 inches long min. and 36
inches wide min.
Walking Surfaces
Section 11B-403.5.1
Clear Width (cont’d)
Exceptions:
3. Clear width for sidewalks and walks shall be 48 inches min.
• If AHJ determines hardship
• May be reduced to 36 inches (ADAS min.)
4. Aisles:
• 36 inches minimum if serving elements on one side
• 44 inches minimum if serving elements on both sides.
344
172
345
Walking Surfaces
346
173
347
348
174
Doors, Doorways, and Gates
Section 11B-404.2.3
Clear Width
• 32 inches min.
Exceptions
1. Door closers and door stops permitted at 78 inches min. AFF
349
350
175
Doors, Doorways, and Gates
351
Pull Doors
352
176
Push Doors
353
354
177
Doors, Doorways, and Gates
Table 11B-404.2.4.2
Maneuvering Clearances at Doorways without Doors or Gates,
Manual Sliding Doors, and Manual Folding Doors
355
356
178
Doors, Doorways, and Gates
Section 11B-404.2.4.4
Floor or Ground Surface
• Changes in level are not permitted
Exception: Slopes less than 1:48
Section 11B-404.2.4.5
Thresholds
• ½ inch high max.
¼ inch max.
357
Section 11B-404.2.6
Doors in Series and Gates in Series
• 48 inches min. plus the width of doors or gates swinging into the space
358
179
Doors, Doorways, and Gates
Section 11B-404.2.7
Door and Gate Hardware
• 34 inches min., 44 inches max.
*Chapter 10 – 48 max.
• Sliding door hardware, exposed and usable from both sides
Exceptions:
1. Existing locks permitted in any location at
• Glazed doors without stiles
• Overhead rolling doors or grilles, and
• Similar doors or grilles with locks only at the top or bottom rail.
359
Section 11B-404.2.7
Door and Gate Hardware (cont’d)
Exceptions:
1. Access gates for pools and spas
• 54 inches max. above the finish floor or ground
Provided
• The self-latching device is not also self-locking,
and
• Operated by means:
• Key
• Electronic opener, or
• Integral combination lock
360
180
Doors, Doorways, and Gates
Section 11B-404.2.8.1
Door Closers and Gate Closers
Section 11B-404.2.8.2
Spring Hinges
361
362
181
Doors, Doorways, and Gates
Section 404.2.9
Door and Gate Opening Force
• Interior hinged doors and gates 5 pounds max.
• Sliding or folding doors 5 pounds max.
• Exterior hinged doors 5 pounds max.
• Required fire doors Min. force allowed by AHJ
• Forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch or disengage
other devices
363
Section 11B-404.2.10
Door and Gate Surfaces
• 10 inches of smooth surface (push side)
• Measured vertically from the floor or ground
• Free of sharp or abrasive edges
• Cavities must be capped
364
182
Door and Gate Surfaces
365
Section 11B-404.2.11
Vision Lights
• Doors, gates, and side lights adjacent to doors or gates, with glazed
panels that permit viewing
• Bottom of at least one panel must be located 43 inches max. AFF
366
183
Vision Lights
367
Ramps
368
184
Ramps
369
Ramp Landing
370
185
Ramps
371
Ramp Landings
372
186
Ramps
Section 11B-405.7.5
Doorways
373
Ramp Landings
at Doors
374
187
Ramps
Section 11B-405.8
Handrails
• Handrails are required on both sides of ramps
• Handrails are not required on ramps serving door landings
• Runs less than 6 inches in rise
or
• 72 inches in length
375
Ramps
Section 11B-405.9
Edge Protection
• Edge protection required at each side of ramp runs and landings
Section 11B-405.9.2
Curb or Barrier
• 2 inch high min. curb,
or
• Continuous barrier less than 4 inches AFF or ground
376
188
Should be located at least flush
on the ramp side of the handrail
to prevent wheels from being
obstructed. Wheel Guides
377
378
189
Curb Ramps, Blended Transitions and
Islands
Section 11B-406.5
Common Requirements
Location
• Must not be located in:
• Vehicular traffic lanes
• Parking spaces
• Parking access aisles
Landings
• 48 inches min. clear length at tops of curb ramps and at blended
transition
• Clear width equals ramp width
379
380
190
Curb Ramps, Blended Transitions and
Islands
Section 11B-406.5
Common Requirements (cont’d)
Diagonal or Corner Type Curb Ramps (not recommended by PROWAG)
• With return curbs or other defined edges
• Edges parallel with direction of pedestrians
381
382
191
Within crosswalk
marking
383
384
192
Elevators
Section 11B-407.2.1
Call Controls
• Within Reach Range
• Square Shoulders
• ¾ min. in smallest dimension
• Raised ⅛ inch plus or minus ¹/₃₂ inch
• Activated by a mechanical motion that is detectable
• Internally lit with a white light over the entire surface
• Activates when call is registered
385
• Extinguish when call is answered
Elevators
Section 11B-407.2.2
Hall Signals
386
193
387
Elevators
Section 11B-407.3
Elevator Door Requirements
Reopening Device
• Sensing an obstruction passing through the opening at 5 inches and 29 inches AFF
• Remain open for 20 seconds
388
194
389
Table 11B-407.4.1
390
195
Platform Lifts
391
Platform Lifts
Section 11B-410
Doors and Gates
• Low-energy power-operated
Exception: Serving two landings max. and doors or gates on opposite sides
• Manual self closing manual doors or gates are permitted
392
196
Best location
393
Destination-oriented Elevators
Section 11B-106
Destination-orientated Elevator
• User selects a destination floor at a hall call console
• Elevator system then assigns an elevator car
• Do not provide floor selection within elevator cars
394
197
Destination-oriented Elevators
Section 11B-411.1.1
Floor Designations
• Numeric characters only
• 1 or 0 at main entry level
• -1 for initial floor below main entry
Section 11B-411.1.2
Car Designation
• Single alphabetic character
Exception: More than 26 floors
395
Destination-oriented Elevators
Section 11B-411.2.1.1
Hall Call Consoles – Location
• Wall mounted
• On floors with a building entry
• Adjacent to each hoistway entrance
Section 11B-411.2.1.2
Hall Call Consoles – Required Features
• Touch screen or keypad
• Accessibility function button (ISA)
• Audio out loudspeaker
396
198
Destination-oriented Elevators
Section 11B-411.2.1.2.1
Hall Call Consoles – Keypad
• Dot on #5 key
• Star on the lower left button
• “Minus sign” (-) on the lower right button
397
Destination-oriented Elevators
Section 11B-411.2.1.2.4
Hall Call Consoles – Display Screen
• Light on dark or dark on light
• Characters 1 inch high min.
• Display for 5 seconds min.
398
199
Destination-oriented Elevators
Section 11B-411.2.1.2.5
Hall Call Consoles – Audio Output
Upon activation of accessibility function button:
• Verbal announcement:
• Operating instruction
• Location and use of star
• Elevator assignment
• Direction to assigned elevator
• Error message
399
Destination-oriented Elevators
Section 11B-411.2.2
Elevator Car Identification
Visible Identification
• Above or adjacent to each elevator car
• 80 inches min. AFF
• 4 inches min
• Finish and contrast, style, character proportions, stroke thickness
(Exceptions for existing buildings)
400
200
Destination-oriented Elevators
Section 11B-411.2.3
Signs on Jambs of Elevator Hoistway Entrances
Floor Designation Signs
• Both Jambs
• 48 inches min. to 60 inches max. AFF
• Raised characters
• 2 inches high, white on black background
• Braille
• Star on main entry level
• 2 inches high, white on black background
401
Destination-oriented Elevators
Section 11B-411.2.3
• Raised characters
• 2 inches high, white on black background
• Braille
402
201
CBC
Division 5
GENERAL SITE AND
BUILDING ELEMENTS
Accessible Parking
404
202
Parking
Section 11B-502.2
Parking Spaces
• 18 feet long min.
• 9 feet min. for car spaces
• 12 feet min. for van spaces
Exception: 9 feet min. for van spaces with an 8 foot min. access aisle
• 1:48 max. slope in any direction
405
406
203
Parking
Section 11B-502.3
Access Aisles
• Adjoin an accessible route
• 60 inches wide min.
• Extend the full required length of parking space
• Do not overlap vehicular ways
• 1:48 max. slope in any direction
• Permitted on either side of a standard accessible stall
407
408
204
Parking
Section 11B-502.5
Vertical Clearance
• 98 inches min.
• Parking spaces
• Access aisles
• Vehicular routes serving them
409
Parking Identification
410
205
Parking Identification
In lieu of
“Minimum Fine $250 ”
411
Parking
Section 11B-502.6
Identification
Parking Space Marking
• 36 min. inches by 36 min. inches white ISA on blue background
• 6 inches max. from the centerline of the parking space aligned at bottom of space
OR
• Space outlined in blue or painted blue
• 36 inches by 36 inches white (or suitable contrasting color) ISA
• 6 inches max. from the centerline of the parking space aligned at bottom of space
412
206
Parking
Section 11B-502.6
Identification (cont’d)
Signs
• ISA
• Van spaces “Van Accessible”
• 60 inches min. to bottom AFF
Exception: 80 inches min. AFF if within a circulation path
Parking
Section 11B-502.7
Arrangement
• Cannot be compelled to travel behind other spaces than the one which
they are parked
• Wheel stops only when necessary to prevent encroachment into
accessible routes
Section 11B-502.8
Additional Signage
Tow-away
• 17 inches by 22 inches with min. 1 inch high lettering
• Each entrance or each accessible space
• Has the word “special”
414
207
415
Parking
Section 11B-503.2
Passenger Drop-Off and Loading Zones
Vehicle Pull-Up Space
• 96 inches wide min. and 20 feet long min.
Access Aisle
• Cannot overlap vehicular way
416
208
417
Stairs
Section 11B-504
Treads and Risers
• Open risers are not permitted
• 1:48 max. slope
• 2 inch to 4 inch wide contrasting stripe parallel to, and not more than 1 inch
from, the nose of the step or upper approach
• Interior - upper approach and lower tread
• Exterior - upper approach and all treads
• 34 inches min. and 38 inches max. to top
418
209
Handrails
Section 11B-505
Clearance, Gripping Surface
• 1½ inches min. to adjacent surfaces
• May be in recess
• 3 inches max. deep
• 18 inches min. clear above the top of the handrail
419
Handrails
Section 11B-505
Circular Cross Section
• Outside diameter 1¼ inches min. and 2 inches max.
420
210
Handrails
Section 11B-505
Handrail Extensions
• Same direction of stair flight or ramp run
Ramps
• Return to a wall, guard, landing, or continuous to the handrail of an
adjacent ramp
Exception: In alterations, where the extension would create a hazard - may be turned
90 degrees from the stair flight or ramp run.
421
Handrails
Section 11B-505
Handrail Extensions (cont’d)
Stairs
• Return to a wall, guard, landing, or continuous to the handrail of an
adjacent stair flight
equal
422
211
CBC
Division 6
PLUMBING ELEMENTS
AND FACILITIES
Drinking Fountains
Section 11B-602
Clear Floor Space
• 30 inch by 48 inch clear floor space
• Forward approach
• Centered on drinking fountain
424
212
Drinking Fountains
Section 11B-602
Water Flow
• 4 inches high min.
Depth
• 18 inches to 19 inches
425
Drinking Fountains
Section 11B-602.9
Pedestrian Protection
• Completely within:
• Alcoves
• Wing walls
426
213
427
Section 603
Clearances
• Turning space required within the room
• Clear floor spaces, clearance at fixtures and turning space is permitted to
overlap
• Doors may not swing into clear floor space for a fixture
• 12 inches max. into turning space for doors other than the door to the accessible
compartment
Exception: Room is for individual use and a clear floor space provided
beyond arc of door swing
• Door may swing into clear floor space
428
214
429
430
215
Toilet and Bathing Rooms
Section 603
Mirrors
• 40 inches to reflecting surface if above lavatories or countertops
OR
• 35 inches to reflecting surface AFF
Section 603
Accessories
• One of each type
• On an accessible route
• 40 inches max. AFF
EXCEPTION: Baby changing tables
432
216
Comic Strip
433
Section 604
Water Closet Location
• 17 inches to 18 inches to centerline from wall or partition
Ambulatory
• 17 inches to 19 inches to centerline from wall or partition
434
217
Water Closets and Toilet Compartments
Section 604
Overlap
• Clearance around water closet permitted to overlap:
• Water closet
• Associated grab bars
• Dispensers
• Sanitary napkin disposal units
• Coat hooks
• Shelves
• Accessible routes
• No other obstructions or fixtures are allowed
435
Section 604
Seats
• 17 inches min. to 19 inches max.
• 2 inch max. seat height
Exception: In alterations 3 inch max. seat height
436
218
Grab Bars
437
Section 604.5.1
Grab Bars – Side Wall
438
219
Water Closets and Toilet Compartments
Section 604.5.2
Grab Bars – Rear Wall
439
Section 604.6
Flush Controls
• 44 inches max. AFF
• Located on the open side
440
220
Water Closets and Toilet Compartments
Section 604.7
441
442
221
Water Closets and Toilet Compartments
Section 604.8
Wheelchair Accessible Compartments Side Opening Doors
443
Section 604.8
Wheelchair Accessible Compartments
End Opening Doors
444
222
Water Closets and Toilet Compartments
Section 604.8.1.2
Wheelchair Accessible Compartments
Doors
• Located on the front or side wall or partition farthest from water closet
• Self-closing
• Compliant operating hardware on both sides of door
• Door opening 4 inches max. from nearest perpendicular wall
445
Opposite
446
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Water Closets and Toilet Compartments
Section 604.8.1.4
Wheelchair Accessible Compartments
Toe Clearance
• Min one side
• 9 inches min. AFF
• 6 inches min. beyond compartment
447
448
224
Water Closets and Toilet Compartments
Section 604.8.2
Wheelchair Accessible Compartments
Ambulatory Accessible Compartments
• 60 inches min. deep
• 35 min. to 37 max. wide
• Door
• Self closing
• Cannot reduce min. depth
• Hardware on both side
• 44 inches min. if approach is from latch side
449
450
225
Urinal
Section 11B-605.2
Height and Depth
• Flush control max. 44 inches AFF
451
Section 11B-606.2
Clear Floor Space
• Provides for forward approach
• Knee and toe space required
452
226
Lavatories and Sinks
Section 11B-606.3-606.6
Height
• 34 inches max. height of rim or counter
Faucets
• Metering faucets to remain open for 10 seconds min.
Exposed pipes
• Water supply and drain pipes under lavatories and sinks shall be insulated or
configured to protect against contact
Adjacent side Wall
• 18 inches min. to centerline
453
Bathtubs
Section 11B-607.1
Clearance
• Extend the full length of the bathtub
• Forward approach - 48 inches wide
• Side approach – 30 inches wide
454
227
455
456
228
Bathtubs
Section 11B-607.3
Seat
• A seat is required in an accessible bathtub
• A permanent seat at the head end or
• Removable in-tub seat
457
With
Permanent Seat
458
229
Without
Permanent Seat
459
Bathtubs
Section 11B-607.5
Controls
• Located on an end wall
• Below grab bar
• Between open side and centerline of bathtub
460
230
Shower Compartments
Section 11B-608.2.2
Standard Roll-In Type Shower
Compartments
Minimum Size
• 30 inch wide min. by 60 inch long min.
• Full opening width on long side
Clearance
• 36 inch wide min. by 60 inch long min. clear floor space
Seat
• A folding seat is required
461
462
231
Standard Roll-In Type
Shower
Configuration
463
464
232
Standard Roll-In Type
Shower Grab Bar
Location
465
466
233
Shower Compartments
Section 11B-608.2.3
Alternate Roll-In Type Shower
Compartments
Size
• 36 inches wide by 60 inch long min.
• 36 inch wide min. entry at one end of the long side
Seat
• A folding seat is required
467
468
234
Alternate Roll-In Type
Shower Grab Bar
Location
469
470
235
Grab Bars
Section 609.3
Spacing
• Wall and the grab bar -1½ inches
471
472
236
Grab Bars
Section 609.4
Position of Grab Bars
• 33 inches min. to 36 inches max. AFF to the top of the gripping surface
Alternate Configuration
• L-shaped or U-shaped grab bars are permitted
473
Seats
Section 11B-610.2
Bathtub Seats
• 17 inches min. to 19 inches max. AFF in bathroom
• Depth of a removable in-tub seat
• 15 inches min. to 16 inches max.
474
237
Bathtub Seats
475
Section 11B-612.2
Bench
• If seating is provided:
• One bench with clear floor space adjacent to the short axis is required
476
238
CBC
Division 7
COMMUNICATION
ELEMENTS AND FEATURES
Section 11B-702
General
• Permanently installed audible and visible alarms complying with NFPA 72
and Chapter 9,
478
239
Signs
479
Signs
Section 11B-703.3
Braille
• Flush left or centered
• 3/8 inch min. to 1/2 inch max. from other tactile Characters
• 3/8 inch min. from raised borders and decorative elements
480
240
481
Signs
Section 11B-703.4.1
Height Above Finish Floor or Ground
• 48 inches min. AFF measured from the baseline of the lowest Braille cells
• 60 inches max. AFF measured from the baseline of the highest line of
raised characters
482
241
483
Signs
Section 11B-703.4.2
Location
• Latch side, or
• On inactive leaf, or
• On right of a double door
• Nearest adjacent wall
484
242
485
Signs
Visual Characters Raised Characters
Case Case
• Upper or lower or combined • Upper case
Style Style
• Conventional • Sans serif
Character Proportions Character Proportions
• 60% min. to 110% max. of “I” • 60% min. to 110% max. of “I”
Character Height Character Height
• Based on viewing distance • 5/8 inch min. to 2 inches max.
Height AFF or Ground Height AFF or Ground
• 40 inches min. • 48 inches min. to Braille
• 60 inches max. to base of
highest raised characters
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243
Signs
Visual Characters (cont’d) Raised Characters
Stroke Thickness Stroke Thickness
• “I” shall be 10% min. to 20% max. • “I” shall be 15% max. of the
of the height of the character height of the character
Character Spacing Character Spacing
• See text • See text
Line Spacing Line Spacing
• 135% min.. to 170% max. of • 135% min. to 170% max. of
the character height.
the character height.
Format
Format
• Horizontal
• Horizontal
Depth
Finish and Contrast
• 1/32 min.
• Non-glare finish, characters shall
487 contrast with their background
Signs
Section 11B-703.7
International Symbol of Accessibility
• White figure on a blue background
Exception: AHJ may approve other colors to complement décor or unique design
488
244
Signs
Section 11B-703.7.2.6
Toilet and Bathing Facilities Geometric
Door Symbols
489
490
245
Signs
Section 11B-703.7.2.6
Toilet and Bathing Facilities Geometric
Door Symbols
491
Signs
Section 11B-703.7.2.6
Toilet and Bathing Facilities Geometric
Door Symbols
492
246
Signs
Section 11B-703.7.2.6
Toilet and Bathing Facilities Geometric
Door Symbols
493
Section 11B-106
Definitions
Variable Message Signs (VMS). Electronic signs that have a message with the capacity to
change by means of scrolling, streaming, or paging across a background.
494
247
Variable Message Signs
Section 11B-703.8
General
High Resolution
• Finish and contrast (light on dark)
• Style (conventional form – no italics, script…)
• Character proportions
• Character height
• Non-glare
• Rate of change (3 seconds min.,1 second for each 7 characters
495
Section 11B-703.8
General
Low Resolution
• Upper case
• Style (conventional form – no italics, script…)
• Character height based on uppercase letter “I” and comply with Table 11B-
703.8.4
• Character width based on uppercase letter “(O)” and comply with Table 11B-
703.8.5
496
248
Table 11B-703.8.4
Low Resolution VMS Characters
497
Table 11B-703.8.5
Pixel Count for Low Resolution VMS Signage
498
249
Telephones
Section 11B-704.4
TTY (Teletypewriter)
499
Detectable Warnings
50%-60% pf the baseline diameter
.09-1.4
0.2
1.6-2.4
1.6-2.4
0.65
500
250
Detectable Warnings
Section 705.1.1.3
Color and Contrast
• Transit boarding platform edges, bus stops, hazardous vehicular areas,
reflecting pools, and track crossings
• Yellow and approximate FS 33538 of Federal Standard 595C
• Everywhere else
• 70 percent minimum visual contrast with adjacent walking surfaces
Detectable Warnings
Section 705.1.1.4
Resiliency
• Differ from adjoining surfaces in resiliency or sound-on-cane contact
.
502
251
Detectable Warnings
Section 705.1.2
Location
Platform Edges
• 24 inches wide and shall extend the full length of the public use areas
Curb Ramps
• 36 inches min. in the direction of travel
• Full width of the ramp run (less 2 inches) excluding any flared sides
• Edge nearest the curb is 6 inches min. to 8 inches max. from the face of
the curb
503
Location (not)
504
252
Detectable Warnings
Section 705.1.2
Location (cont’d)
Islands or Cut-through Medians
505
506
253
Detectable Warnings
Section 705.1.2
Location (cont’d)
Bus Stops
• 36 inches min. in depth full width of the boarding/alighting area
Reflecting Pools
• 24 inches min. to 36 inches max. in depth
Track Crossings
• 36 inches in the direction of pedestrian travel and extend the full width of circulation path
507
Speech Output
• Operating instructions, visible transaction prompts, user input verification, error
messages, and all displayed information
Input Controls
• Min. of one tactilely discernible input control to be provided for each function
• Number five key shall be tactilely distinct from the other keys.
508
254
Automatic Teller Machines, Fare Machines
and Point-of-Sale Devices
Section 11B-707.7
Display Screen
Exception: Drive-up only automatic teller machines and fare machines are exempt from
clear floor space and height ONLY
509
510
255
CBC
Division 8
SPECIAL ROOMS,
SPACES, AND
ELEMENTS
Wheelchair Spaces
Section 11B-802.1.2
Width
• Single space
• 36 inches wide min.
512
256
Wheelchair Spaces
Section 11B-802.1.3
Depth
• 48 inches for front or rear entry
• 60 inches for side entry
513
Wheelchair Spaces
Semi-Ambulant Seats
• Min 24 inches clear leg space between the front of the seat to the nearest obstruction
or to the back of the seat immediately in front
514
257
Companion Seat
515
Section 803
• Turning space must be provided
• Doors can not swing into turning space
• Bench must be provided (clear floor space)
• If shelves are provided
• 40 inches min., 48 inches max.
• Mirrors
• 20 inches max. AFF
• 18 inches wide min.
• 54 inches high min.
• Affording a view to a person on the bench as well as to a person in a standing
position
516
258
Medical Care and Long-Term Care
Facilities
Section 11B-805.2
Patient Bedrooms and Resident Sleeping Rooms
• 36 inch min. wide clear space along the full length of each side of the
beds
• Turning space within the room
517
518
259
Medical Care and Long-Term Care
Facilities
Section 11B-805.4
Examination, Diagnostic and Treatment Rooms
• 36 inch min. wide clear space along the full length
• Each side of beds
• Exam tables
• Procedure tables
• Gurneys
• Lounge chairs
Exception: One side of beds, gurneys and exam tables in general non-emergency
• Turning space must be provided within the room
519
Section 806.2
Exterior Spaces
• Patios, terraces and balconies that serve the guest room must be accessible
Sleeping Areas
• Parallel approach 36 inch by 48 inch min. clear space on both sides of a bed
520
260
Transient Lodging and Guest Rooms
Section 806.2
Guest Rooms with Mobility Features (cont’d)
Personal Lift Device Floor Space
• 7 inches high min.
• 30 inches deep min.
• 12 inches from the ends max.
521
522
261
Transient Lodging and Guest Rooms
Section 806.2
Guest Rooms with Mobility Features (cont’d)
Vanity Counter Top Space
• If vanity counter top space is provided in non-accessible guest toilet or bathing
rooms, comparable space must be provide in accessible guest toilet or bathing
rooms
523
Section 806.3
Guest Rooms with Communication Features
Alarms
• If emergency warning systems are provided, compliant alarms must be provided
Notification Devices
• Alert room occupants of incoming telephone calls and a door knock or bell
• Telephones must:
• Have volume controls
• An electrical outlet located within 48 inches of the telephone
524
262
Transportation Facilities
Section 11B-8101.1
Vehicle Boarding
• Alight from a vehicle at same location as used by the general public
Section 11B-810.2
Bus Boarding and Alighting Areas
• Clear length of 96 inches min., measured perpendicular to the curb or
vehicle roadway edge
• Clear width of 60 inches min., measured parallel to the vehicle roadway
525
Slope
1:48
526
263
Transportation Facilities
Section 11B-810.2.3
Connection
Newly constructed boarding and alighting areas:
• Detectable transition between the boarding/alighting area and the roadway
• Transition shall consist of a curb with the face sloped at 35 degrees maximum from
vertical or detectable warnings
Section 11B-810-3
Bus Shelters
• Clear floor or ground entirely within the shelter
• Connected by an accessible route to a boarding area
527
528
264
Electrical Vehicle Charging Stations
Section 812.5.1
Accessible Routes to Building
• Serving a building or facility
• Located on accessible route to building entrance
Section 812.5.2
Accessible Route to Charger
Charger must located on an accessible route to parking space it serves
529
530
265
Number of EV Parking Spaces
Table 11B-228.3.2.1
ELECTRICAL VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS FOR PUBLIC AND COMMON USE
TOTAL NUMBER OF MINIMUM NUMBER (by type) OF EVCS REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH 11B-812 1
EVCS AT A FACILITY1 VAN ACCESSIBLE STANDARD ACCESSIBLE AMBULATORY
1 to 4 1 0 0
5 to 25 1 1 0
26 to 50 1 1 1
51 to 75 1 2 2
76 to 100 1 3 3
1, plus 1 for each 300, or 3, plus 1 for each 60, or 3, plus 1 for each 50, or
101 and more
fraction thereof, over 100 fraction thereof, over 100 fraction thereof, over 100
1. Where an EV charger can simultaneously charge more than one vehicle, the number of EVCS provided shall be considered equivalent
to the number of electric vehicles that can be simultaineously charged.
531
1.Where the long dimension of vehicle spaces is parallel to the traffic flow in the adjacent
vehicular way, the length of vehicle spaces shall be 240 inches minimum.
532
266
Electrical Vehicle Charging Stations
Section 812.8
Identification Signs
Section 812.8.7
Location
Same as other parking identification signs
• $ 250 minimum sign not required
533
Section 812.7.2
Access Aisle Markings
• Border and hatched lines a maximum of 36 inches on center
• Contrasting color to the access aisle surface
• Not in Blue
• “NO PARKING” within each access aisle in letters a minimum of 12
inches in height
534
267
Electrical Vehicle Charging Stations
Section 812.9
Vehicle Space Marking
• “EV CHARGING ONLY”
• 12 inches high letters minimum
• Centerline of the text shall be:
• 6 inches maximum from the centerline of the vehicle space
• Lower side aligned with the end of the parking space length
535
Section 812.10
Electric Vehicle Chargers
• Clear floor space
• Reach ranges
• Tight grasping pinching or twisting
• Characters: 3/16 min. height, san serif, contrast with background
536
268
Electrical Vehicle Charging Stations
Section 812.10
Electric Vehicle Chargers
Location (new)
• Adjacent to, and within the projected width of, the vehicle space(s) being served.
• Combined projected width when serving two spaces
Location (alteration)
• If accessible route is not provided at the head end of space or access aisle
• May be within projected width of access aisle 36 inches max from the head end
537
538
269
539
540
270
CBC
Division 9
BUILT-IN ELEMENTS
Section 11B-902
General
• Clear floor space for a forward approach
• Knee and toe clearance (27 high, 30 wide, 19 deep)
• 28 inches min. to 34 inches max. to top of surface
542
271
Benches
Section 11B-903
Clear Floor Space
• Clear floor space positioned at the end of the bench seat and parallel to
the short axis
Size
• 48 inches long min. and 20 inches deep min. to 24 inches deep max.
Back Support
• Provide for back support or shall be affixed to a wall along its long
dimension
543
544
272
Benches
Section 11B-903
Height
• 17 inches min. to 19 inches max.
Structural Strength
• Benches shall be affixed to the wall or floor
Wet Locations
• Seat must be slip resistant and not accumulate water
545
Identification Sign
• When not all aisle are accessible
• 4 inches by 4 inches min. with ISA
546
273
547
Service Counter
548
274
Check-Out Aisles and Sales and Service
Counters
Section 11B-904.4
Sales and Service Counters
• Forward or parallel approach
• Accessible portion same depth as the counter
Parallel Approach
• 36 inches long min., 34 inches high max.
Exception: If counter surface less than 36 inches
• Entire counter 34 inches max.
Forward Approach
• 36 inches long min., 34 inches high max.
• Knee and toe space
549
Tray Slides
• 28 inches min. to 34 inches max. AFF
550
275
CBC
Division 10
Recreation Facilities
Section 11B-1003.3
Clearances
Boat Slip Clearance
• 60 inches wide min.; as long as the boat slips min.
• Each 10 feet max. of linear pier edge
• One continuous clear opening 60 inches wide min.
Exceptions:…
552
276
Boarding Pier
553
Section 11B-1004
Clear Floor Space
• Positioned for transfer
• Clear floor spaces at exercise machines permitted to overlap
554
277
555
Section 11B-1005.2
Railings
Height
• 25% of the railings, guards, or handrails
• 34 inches max. AFF
Dispersion
• Throughout the fishing pier or platform
Edge Protection
• 2 inches min. high
• 12 inches min. beyond the inside face of the railing
• Toe clearance 30 inches wide min. 9 inches min. AFF
556
278
557
Golf Facilities
Section 11B-1006.2
Accessible Routes
• Serving tees, practice tees, putting greens, practice putting greens,
driving ranges, weather shelters, golf car rental areas, bag drop areas,
course toilet rooms
• 48 inches wide min.
• Where handrails are provided, 60 inches wide min.
Exception: Handrails are not required on golf courses
558
279
Miniature Golf Facilities
Section 11B-1007.2
Accessible Route
Exceptions:
1. Carpet
2. Where route intersect playing surfaces
• 1 inch max. curb permitted , 32 inches min. width
3. 1:4 for 4 inches max. rise
4. Ramp landings
• 1:20 max.
5. 48 inches min. landing length
6. Landing at change of direction
• 48 inches min. by 60 inches min.
559
Section 11B-1007.3
Miniature Golf Holes
Start of Play
• 48 inches min. by 60 inches min.
Golf Club Reach Range Area
• All areas within holes where golf balls rest
• Within 36 inches max. from a clear floor space measuring
36 inches min. by 48 inches max.
• 1:20 max. slope
560
280
561
Play Areas
Section 11B-1008.2
Accessible Routes (cont’d)
Clear Width (ground level)
• 60 inches min.
Exception: Less than 1000 square feet
• 44 inches min.
If
• Turning space required if access route is greater than 30 feet
562
281
Play Areas
Section 11B-1008.2
Accessible Routes (cont’d)
Ramps (ground level)
• 1:16 max. slope
Ramps (elevated)
• 12 inches max. rise
Ground Surface
• ASTM F 1951
563
564
282
Swimming Pools, Wading Pools, and Spas
Section 11B-1009.2
Pool Lifts
Location
• Where water level is 36 inches min. to 48 inches max.
Exception:
1. Entire pool is greater than 48 inches deep or less than 36 inches deep
2. Multiple pool lifts
3. Entire pool, wading pool or spa is less than 36 inches, pool lifts shall be located
where the water level is less than 36 inches.
565
Section 11B-1009.2
Pool Lifts (cont’d)
Seat
• Back support 12 inches high min.
• Seat width 16 inches min.
• Restraints
• Operable parts must comply
• Foot rests
Exception: Spas
• Two arm rests (moveable or removable)
• Allow for unassisted operation
566
283
Pool Lift
567
Section 11B-1009.4
Sloped Entry
Submerged Depth
• Extend to a depth of 24 inches min. 30 inches max. below the stationary
water level
Exception: Wading pools – deepest part
Handrails
• Min two handrails
• Clear width apart 33 inches min. to 38 inches max.
568
284
569
Section 11B-1009.6
Pool Stairs
• No min’s or max’s riser heights - uniform
• 20 inches min. to 24 inches max. between handrails
• No extensions required
570
285
571
Welcome
to the
CALCASP Academy
Day Three
286
DAY THREE
573
574
287
Fair Housing
Amendments Act
ADA
Civil Rights Standards for
Act Accessible
Design
PROWAG ADAAG
Federal
Rehabilitation
Fair Housing Act.
Amendments
Section
Act
504 & 508
Architectural
UFAS
Barriers Act
ANSI A117.1
576
288
How Does it All Relate?
California
Building
Standards
Code
Assembly
Civil Code
Bills
State Housing
H&S Code
Law
California
Unruh Civil
Senate Bills
Rights Act
Disabled Government
Persons Act Code
CA Code of
Regulations
577
578
289
Fair Housing Amendments Act
579
580
290
Fair Housing Amendments Act
581
582
291
Fair Housing Amendments Act
583
584
292
Fair Housing Amendments Act
585
586
293
Fair Housing Amendments Act
587
588
294
Fair Housing Amendments Act
Available on your
Member Dashboard!
589
590
295
Fair Housing Amendments Act
• If the last building permit or renewal of a building permit was issued on or before
June 15, 1990
• The “first occupancy” language in the statute has been defined in HUD’s Fair Housing
Act regulations as “a building that has never before been used for any purpose.”
591
592
296
Fair Housing Amendments Act
Units that are NOT covered
Detached Single Family Houses
593
594
297
Fair Housing Amendments Act
Units that are NOT covered
595
• If a multistory townhouse is located in a building that has one or more public elevators
Note:
• The Fair Housing Act covers all units in buildings with elevators, not just the units on
floors served by elevators.
• Multistory dwelling units are not covered by the Guidelines except when they are located
in buildings which have one or more elevators, in which case, the primary entry level is
covered.
596
298
Fair Housing Amendments Act
597
Question?
Yes or No
598
299
Fair Housing Amendments Act
Question?
Yes
• If there are four or more units in the building, the building as a whole is
covered.
• Even if the building includes some multistory townhouses that are not
covered, any ground floor single story units in the building are covered.
599
600
300
Fair Housing Amendments Act
Housing Built Over Garages
601
No elevator!
602
301
Fair Housing Amendments Act
Yes
603
604
302
Fair Housing Amendments Act
• In such cases, all of the units on all of the ground floors must comply.
605
606
303
Fair Housing Amendments Act
• Such a building must have an accessible route to the ground floor units; if
necessary, an elevator would be required for access.
• These units, assuming that they are not multistory townhouses, must
comply with the Fair Housing Act.
607
Available on your
Member Dashboard!
608
304
Fair Housing Amendments Act
609
610
305
Fair Housing Amendments Act
Reasonable Accommodations
611
Reasonable Accommodations
306
Fair Housing Amendments Act
Reasonable Accommodations
• Property owner must accommodate persons with disabilities
• Changes in the RULES which allow the person to enjoy housing like
someone without a disability
• Not required if causes an undue burden or fundamental alteration of
programs or services
• The tenant should request the accommodation/modification IN WRITING,
stating why it is needed.
• A landlord may request a doctor’s statement of the necessity of the
accommodation, but MAY NOT inquire as to the details of the disability.
613
614
307
Fair Housing Amendments Act
615
Modifications
616
308
Fair Housing Amendments Act
617
A. Yes, provided that the units constitute a new addition to the building and not substantial
rehabilitation of existing units.
618
309
Fair Housing Amendments Act
About the Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines
Q. What if new public and common use spaces are also being added?
A. If new public and common use areas or buildings are also added, they are required to be
accessible.
619
A. No, existing public and common use areas would not have to be made accessible. The
Fair Housing Act applies to new construction of covered multifamily dwellings.
620
310
Fair Housing Amendments Act
About the Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines
Q. If a two or three story building is to be constructed on a slope, such that the
lowest story can be accessed on grade on one side of the building and the second
story can be accessed on grade on the other side of the building, do the dwelling
units on both the first and second stories have to be made accessible?
A. Yes. By defining "ground floor" to be any floor of a building with an accessible entrance
on an accessible route.
621
A. No, the Fair Housing Act applies to "covered” multifamily dwellings for first occupancy
after" March 13, 1991.
622
311
Fair Housing Amendments Act
About the Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines
Q. Is it necessary to have an accessible path of travel from a subterranean garage to
single-story covered multifamily dwellings built on top of the garage?
A. Yes. The Fair Housing Act requires that there be an accessible building entrance on an
accessible route.
623
A. No. Under Requirement 1 of the Guidelines, there must be an accessible entrance to the
dwelling unit on an accessible route. However, this route and entrance need not originate
inside the garage
624
312
Fair Housing Amendments Act
About the Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines
Q. What happens if a builder deliberately manipulates the grade so that a second
story, which also might have been treated as a ground floor, requires steps?
A. Deliberate manipulation of the height of the finished floor level to avoid the requirements
of the Fair Housing Act would serve as a basis for the Department to determine that
there is reasonable cause to believe that a discriminatory housing practice has occurred.
625
A. No, a 32-inch door would not provide a sufficient clear opening to meet the requirement
for usable doors.
626
313
Fair Housing Amendments Act
About the Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines
Q. If a sliding door track has a threshold of 3/4", does this trigger requirements for
ramps?
A. No. The Guidelines Requirement 4 provide that thresholds at doors, including sliding
door tracks, may be no higher than 3/4" and must be beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2.
627
A. No. Kitchen ventilation fans located on a range hood are considered to be part of the
appliance.
628
314
Fair Housing Amendments Act
About the Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines
Q. Is it acceptable to design a bathroom with an in- swinging 2'10" door which can be
retrofitted to swing out in order to provide the necessary clear floor space in the
bathroom?
A. No. The requirements in the Guidelines must be included at the time of construction.
629
630
315
California Building Code
Chapter 11A
ADA
Civil Rights Standards for
Act Accessible
Design
PROWAG ADAAG
Federal
Rehabilitation
Fair Housing Act.
Amendments
Section
Act
504 & 508
Architectural
UFAS
Barriers Act
ANSI A117.1
632
316
How Does it All Relate?
California
Building
Standards
Code
Assembly
Civil Code
Bills
State Housing
H&S Code
Law
California
Unruh Civil
Senate Bills
Rights Act
Disabled Government
Persons Act Code
CA Code of
Regulations
633
HOUSING ACCESSIBILITY
634
317
Divisions
635
Division I
Application, General Provisions & Definitions
636
318
Division I
Application, General Provisions & Definitions
637
Application
Section 1101A.1
Scope
• Newly-constructed covered multifamily dwellings (CMDU’s)
• New common use areas
• Additions
• New Common-use areas serving CMDU’s.
• Where any portion of a building's exterior is preserved, but
the interior of the building is removed
638
319
Application
Section 1101A.1
Scope
639
Application
Section 1101A.1
Scope
• Does not apply to public accommodations
• Public use areas, public accommodations, and public
housing is subject to CBC Chapter 11B
• “Public Housing” is defined in CBC Chapter 2
• Does not apply to public housing
• For public housing, always start in CBC Section 11B-233
640
320
Division I
Application, General Provisions & Definitions
641
Building Accessibility
Section 1102A.1
Where Required
• All buildings and facilities shall be accessible
• Each building on the site shall be considered separately
• Except when calculating the number of units which must
comply with Section 1102A.3.1
• Units within a single structure separated by firewalls do not
constitute separate buildings
642
321
Building Accessibility
Section 1102A.1
Where Required
643
Building Accessibility
Section 1102A.1
1. Apartment buildings with 3 or more dwelling units
2. Condominiums with 4 or more dwelling units
3. Lodging houses with 4 to 5 guest rooms
4. Congregate residences, with 3 or more sleeping units
5. Dwellings with 3 or more efficiency units
6. Shelters for homeless persons
7. Dormitories with 3 or more quest rooms (See Section 310.2)
8. Timeshare dwellings with 3 or more units (Not a Public Accommodation)
9. Other Group R occupancies in covered multifamily dwellings which are regulated by
the Office of the State Fire Marshal
10.Public housing as defined in Chapter 2 of this code is subject to provisions of (DSA-
644 AC). See Chapter 11B.
322
Building Accessibility
Section 1102A.2
Existing Buildings
• Alterations of buildings constructed prior to first occupancy
date are not subject to current accessibility requirements
• First occupancy prior to March 13, 1991
• Shall maintain the accessibility standards in effect at the
time of construction
645
Building Accessibility
Section 1102A.2
Existing Buildings
• Additions shall be subject to the requirements of CBC
Chapter 11A
• Provided the addition, when considered alone, meets the
definition of a CMDU
• New common use areas serving CMDU’s
• Public use areas, Public Accommodations, and Public
Housing is subject to CBC Chapter 11B.
646
323
Building Accessibility
Section 1102A.3.1
647
Building Accessibility
Section 1102A.3.1
324
Building Accessibility
Section 1102A.3.2
649
Building Accessibility
Section 1102A.3.2
3. All rooms or spaces located on the primary entry level shall be served
by an accessible route and shall comply with Division IV.
650
325
Division I
Application, General Provisions & Definitions
651
Section 1104A.2
• This floor will be considered a ground floor and all dwelling units are
considered CMDU’s
652
326
Covered Multifamily Dwellings
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
653
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
654
327
Covered Multifamily Dwellings
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
655
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
656
328
Covered Multifamily Dwellings
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
657
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
658
329
Covered Multifamily Dwellings
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
659
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
660
330
Covered Multifamily Dwellings
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
Is This a Ground
Floor?
661
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
662
331
Covered Multifamily Dwellings
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
663
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
664
332
Covered Multifamily Dwellings
Section 1104A.2
Ground Floor
665
Division I
Application, General Provisions & Definitions
666
333
Key Definitions
Section 1107A
667
Key Definitions
Section 1107A
Bathroom
• For the purposes of Chapter 11A, a room which includes a water closet (toilet), a
lavatory, and a bathtub and/or a shower. It does not include single-fixture facilities or
those with only a water closet and lavatory. It does include a compartmented
bathroom. A compartmented bathroom is one in which the fixtures are distributed
among interconnected rooms. A compartmented bathroom is considered a single unit
and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 11A.
668
334
Key Definitions
Section 1107A
Carriage Unit
• Living space is located on one or more floors directly above a private
garage
• The footprint of the garage is used for all floors
• The garage level contains no habitable space
Common Use Areas
• Areas limited exclusively to owners, residents, and their guests
• Indoor or exterior rooms, spaces, or elements
669
Key Definitions
Section 1107A
Equivalent Facilitation
• The use of designs, products or technologies as alternatives to those
prescribed, resulting in substantially equivalent or greater accessibility
and usability.
Multistory Dwelling Unit
• Is a dwelling unit with finished living space located on one floor and the
floor or floors immediately above or below it.
670
335
Key Definitions
Section 1107A
Newly Constructed
• Never before been used or occupied for any purpose
Operable Part
• A component of an element used to insert or withdrawal objects or to
activate, deactivate, or adjust the element
Public Entity
• Any State or local government; any department, agency, special-
purpose district, or other instrumentality of a State or local government
671
Key Definitions
Section 1107A
672
336
Divisions
673
Division II
Exterior Facilities
337
Division II
Exterior Facilities
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A
Parking facilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
1. Garages
2. Private garages
3. Carports
4. Off-street parking (parking lots/spaces)
676
338
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.2.1
Exception: A private garage attached to and directly serving a single covered multifamily
dwelling unit, providing at least one of the following options:
1. A door leading directly from the covered dwelling unit which immediately enters the
garage.
2. An accessible route of travel from the covered dwelling unit to an exterior door entering
the garage.
3. An accessible route of travel from the dwelling unit's primary entry door to the vehicular
entrance at the garage.
677
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.3
OR
678
339
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.4
OR
679
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.5
•Signage IS required!
680
340
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.6
681
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.7
Location of accessible parking spaces
682
341
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.7
Location of accessible parking spaces
3. When practical, the accessible route shall not cross lanes for
vehicular traffic
o When crossing vehicle traffic lanes is necessary, the
accessible route shall be designated and marked as a
crosswalk.
683
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.7
Location of accessible parking spaces
342
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.8.1
Vertical Clearances
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.8.5
Accessible Single Parking Space
Figures have not
been revised.
686
343
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.8.6
Accessible Double Parking Space
687
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.8.6
Accessible Double Parking Space
Same As 11B
688
344
Parking Facilities
Section 1109A.8.8.1
Parking Signage
Divisions
690
345
Division IV
Dwelling Unit Features
Division IV
Dwelling Unit Features
346
Covered Dwelling Units
Section 1128A
Covered Dwelling Units
693
Division IV
Dwelling Unit Features
347
Accessible Route within
Section 1130A.1
Accessible Routes within Dwelling Units
Section 1130A.2
Width
696
348
Accessible Route within
Section 1130A.2
697
Division IV
Dwelling Unit Features
349
Doors
Section 1132A.1
Accessible Doors
Doors exposed to common or public use spaces – see 1126A
• Interior doors & secondary exterior doors
• Height & Width
• Floor Landings
• Thresholds
• Maneuvering clearances
• Closure effort
• Type of lock & Latch
• Hardware
• Door surfaces
• Door signal devices
699
Doors
Section 1132A.3
Width and height of Doors
350
Doors
Section 1132A.4
Pervious versus Impervious
701
Doors
Section 1132A.4
Level Floor or Landing
1. Exterior landings of Impervious construction serving primary entry doors and
required exit doors limited to ½” change in height. (subject to section 1131A
Changes in level).
2. Exterior landings of Pervious construction shall be the same level. (except
secondary doors may have ½” change. (subject to section 1131A Changes in level).
3. Exterior landings of Impervious construction at secondary doors onto decks, patios
or balconies limited to 4” change (changes greater than ½” shall be by ramp or
platform-Figure 11A-8J)
4. Exterior landings of Impervious construction at secondary doors onto decks, patios
or balconies limited to 1” provided a ramp is permanently installed - Figure 11A-8K
702
351
Doors
Section 1132A.4:1
Level Floor or Landing
703
Doors
Section 1132A.4:3
Level Floor or Landing
704
352
Doors
Section 1132A.4:3
Level Floor or Landing
705
Doors
Section 1132A.4:4
Level Floor or Landing
706
353
Doors
Section 1132A.4.1
Thresholds
•Interior doors & secondary exterior doors
707
Doors
Section 1132A.4.1.2
Thresholds
708
354
Doors
Section 1132A.4.1
Thresholds
709
Doors
Section 1132A.4.1
Thresholds
710
355
Doors
Section 1132A.5
Different from
Maneuvering Clearances At Doors CBC Chapter
11B
• Minimum length of 44” required at the primary entry door and any
required exit doors.
• Minimum Interior landing lengths shall be 42” Exception: 39” length
OK if 34” opening width provided.
• Doors exposed to common use areas or public spaces shall comply
with Section 1126A.3.
• 18” Strike edge clearance on the door swing side of all doors
711
Doors
Section 1132A.6
Different from
Closer-Effort To Operate Doors CBC Chapter
11B
356
Doors
Section 1132A.7
Type Of Lock Or Latch
• The type of latch and lock required for all doors shall be in
accordance with 1132A.8 and Chapter 10, Section 1008.
713
Doors
Section 1132A.8
Hand-Activated Door Hardware
• Interior doors & secondary exterior doors Different from
CBC Chapter
• Centered between 30” and 44” 11B
• Single effort
• Lever type
• Curved and returned to within ½” of door
(Group R and U occupancies with O/L > 10)
• Not requiring grasping
• Maximum effort pressures
714
357
Doors
Section 1132A.9
Smooth Surface
• Dwelling unit doors require that the 10” smooth surface is measured from finish floor, not
from the bottom of the door, and is required on push side only. Language is consistent
with Section 1126A and Section 11B-404.2.10.
715
Doors
Section 1132A.10
Door Signal Devices
•Interior doors & secondary exterior doors
358
Division IV
Dwelling Unit Features
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2
Clear Floor Space
1. 30” x 48” parallel approach to range and cooktop
3. 30” x 48” parallel or forward approach at the work surface (see new
Figure 11A-10-A)
4. 30” x 48” centerline shall align with appliance, fixture and/or work surface
centerline.
718
359
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2
719
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2
720
360
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2
721
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2
722
361
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2
723
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2
724
362
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2
725
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2
726
363
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2.1
Clear Width
1. U-shaped kitchens with a range or cooktop located at the base of the “U”
(parallel approach required): Requires 60” clear kitchen width
2. U-shaped kitchens with a cooktop or sink located at the base of the “U”
with knee and toe space for forward approach: Requires 48” clear
kitchen width
3. All other kitchen designs shall provide a minimum 48” clear kitchen
width
727
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2.1
Figure 11A-10A
728
364
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2.1
Figure 11A-10A
729
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2.1
730
365
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2.1
731
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2.1
732
366
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2.1
Clear Floor Space Not
Centered For Refrigerator
733
Kitchens
Section 1133A.2.1
734
367
Kitchens
Section 1133A.3
Removable Base Cabinets
• Sinks and work surfaces shall be provided with knee and toe space and
that base cabinets must be removable.
735
Kitchens
Section 1133A.3
736
368
Kitchens
Section 1133A.3
737
Kitchens
Section 1133A.3
738
369
Kitchens
Section 1133A.4
Countertops
Kitchens
Section 1133A.4
740
370
Kitchens
Section 1133A.4.1
Repositionable Countertops
1. Shall be provided in a minimum of 5% of the total units
2. Kitchen sink and work surfaces: repositionable to 28”
3. Base cabinets removable
4. (Repositioned) Sides and back walls of adjacent cabinetry shall be of a
durable, nonabsorbent material
5. Finished flooring shall extend to the wall beneath
Exception: Stone, cultured stone and tiled countertops are not required to be repositionable
Exception: Not required for breadboards used in lieu of countertop work surfaces.
741
Kitchens
Section 1133A.5
Lower Shelving
• Shelving and drawer space shall be provided no more than 48”
Section 1133A.6
Sink Faucet Controls
§ Operable with one hand
§ Not requiring tight grasping, pinching twisting
§ Maximum operating force 5 pounds
§ Lever type, push-type, electronically controlled
742
§ Self-closing valves remain open for 10 seconds
371
Kitchens
Section 1133A.7
Knee and Toe Space
Knee and toe space, when required by Section 1133A, shall comply with
Section 1138A.2 the following:
1. The knee and toe space shall be clear and unobstructed, or removable base cabinets in
compliance with Section 1133A.3 shall be provided.
2. The knee and toe space shall be 30 inches wide minimum, centered on the sink,
countertop or appliance.
3. A clear floor space shall not extend into the knee and toe space more than 19 inches.
Note: Knee and toe space is consistent throughout Chapter 11A and
references 1138A.2.
743
Kitchens
Section 1133A.7
Plumbing Protection
744
372
Division IV
Dwelling Unit Features
Section 1134A.2
Definition of a Bathroom
746
373
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.2
General Requirements for Usable Bathrooms
747
Section 1134A.2
General Requirements for Usable Bathrooms
748
374
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.2
General Requirements for Usable Bathrooms
749
Section 1134A.2
General Requirements for Usable Bathrooms
750
375
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.2
Number of Complying Bathrooms
751
752
376
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.3
Powder Rooms
§ Accessible route
§ Doors
§ Water closets
§ Lavatories, vanities, mirrors and towel fixtures
§ Strike edge maneuvering space
– 18” swing side / strike edge
§ Accessible switches, outlets and controls
§ Reinforced wall for grab bars
§ 30” x 48” maneuvering space, clear of door swing – for all bathrooms
and powder rooms
753
Section 1134A.3
Powder Rooms
754
377
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.5
Bathtubs
• Same as or similar to CBC Chapter 11B Requirements
• The edge of the clear floor space shall be flush with the control wall surface.
• The area under a lavatory, located at the control end of the tub, may be included in the
clear floor space provided the lavatory is 19 inches maximum deep with compliant knee
and toe space.
• Cabinets under lavatories and toilets shall not encroach into the clear floor space.
755
Section 1134A.5
Bathtubs
756
378
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.6
Showers
•Same as or similar to CBC Chapter 11B Requirements
•Reinforced walls/or grab bars required
•Centerline of Sprayer or controls 24” not 27”
•Section 1134A.6.5:
Thresholds 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) or less in height may have a beveled or sloped
angle not exceeding 1 unit vertical in 1 unit horizontal (45 degrees from the
horizontal).
757
Section 1134A.6
Showers
758
379
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.6
Showers
Different from
11B CBC Chapter 11A
759
11B
Section 1134A.7
Water Closet
§Floor space – 36” W x 48” D [ex: 48” W x 36” D]
§ Reinforced walls for grab bars
§ Seat height – minimum 15”
§ Controls – maximum 44” high / maximum 5#
§ The centerline of the water closet shall be 16”-18” from the grab bar
wall or partition
§ 18” from an obstacle for non-gab bar walls.
§Clarifies that bathroom configurations shall permit the installation of
760 grab bars on at least one side of the fixture.
380
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.7
Water Closet
Different from CBC
Chapter 11B
15”
761
Section 1134A.7
Water Closet
762
381
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.7
Water Closet
763
Section 1134A.7
Water Closet
Figure 11A-9L-shower With Water Closet
764
382
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.7
Water Closet
Figure 11A-9M-Wing Wall Or Cabinet At Water Closet
765
Section 1134A.8
Lavatories, Vanities, Mirrors And Towel Fixtures
•Same as or similar to CBC Chapter 11B Requirements
• Location
• Floor Space
• Cabinets
• Knee & Toe Space
• Finished Floor
• Plumbing Protection
• Lavatory Faucet Controls
• Mirrors & Towel Fixtures
766
383
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.8
Lavatories, Vanities, Mirrors And Towel Fixtures
767
Section 1134A.8
Lavatories, Vanities, Mirrors And Towel Fixtures
768
384
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.8
Lavatories, Vanities, Mirrors And Towel Fixtures
769
Section 1134A.8.4
Knee Space and Toe Space
• Knee and toe space shall be provided by one of the following:
• The space beneath the lavatory shall be left clear and unobstructed;
• Any cabinet beneath the lavatory shall be removable without the use of
specialized knowledge or specialized tools; or
• Doors to the cabinet beneath the lavatory shall be removable or openable to
provide the required unobstructed knee and toe space.
• The knee and toe space shall be centered on the fixture, and shall comply
with Section 1138A.2.
• The clear floor space shall not extend into the knee and toe space more than
770 19 inches. (See Figure 11A-9D.)
385
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Section 1134A.8.7
Lavatories, Vanities, Mirrors And Towel Fixtures
•Lavatory Faucet Controls
Section 1134A.8.8
Lavatories, Vanities, Mirrors And Towel Fixtures
•When provided –
772
386
Division IV
Dwelling Unit Features
Section 1136A
Same as or similar to CBC Chapter 11B Requirements
774
387
Electrical & Control Heights
775
Section 1136A
Height of Room Outlets
Bottom of Box
776
388
Electrical & Control Heights
Section 1136A
Height of Switches
Top of Box
777
Section 1136A
Controls Located Over Obstruction Without Knee Space
Section 1138A.3.2 Exception:
Kitchen countertops in dwelling
units, and the top of washing
machines and clothes dryers shall be
permitted to be 36 inches maximum
above the finish floor.
778
389
Electrical & Control Heights
Section 1136A
Controls Located Over Obstruction With Knee Space
779
Section 1136A
Controls Located Over Obstruction With Knee Space
780
390
Divisions
781
DIVISION VI
SITE IMPRACTICALITY TESTS
Section 1150A
782
391
DIVISION VI
SITE IMPRACTICALITY TESTS
Section 1150A
783
DIVISION VI
SITE IMPRACTICALITY TESTS
Section 1150A
784
392
Examples
785
Accessible or Adaptable?
• The terms "adaptable" and "accessible" generally reflect Congress' use of the terms in the text of The Fair Housing Act, and in
the House and Senate conference reports.
• "Adaptable dwelling units", when used with respect to covered multifamily dwellings in California, means dwelling units that are
accessible and include features of adaptable design, on an accessible route unless the accessible route is exempted by unusual
site characteristics.
• The features of "adaptable design" include backing for grab bar installation and the base cabinet removal at the kitchen sink and
work area.
• Although there is no definition for an accessible dwelling unit it is generally considered an adaptable unit on an accessible route.
The standards specify that an accessible route be provided into and throughout the entire covered dwelling unit.
• Some of the specific elements of an accessible route include sufficient width of ramps, halls, doors (e.g., 32" clear), headroom,
& lift/elevators. An accessible route is the critical element that allows the successful use of any unit.
786
393
Accessible or Adaptable?
Accessible or Adaptable?
Additional Tips!
1. Always start by looking for the number of units on an accessible
route.
2. Then determine the number of multi story units and singe story units
and treat them separately.
3. The 10% rule (ground floor powder room etc.) only applies to multi
story dwelling units.
4. Don't confuse “multi story dwelling unit” with “multi story building”.
5. Multi story units have limited requirements.
788
394
Public Housing
Public Housing
Section 11B-233
Scoping Tips
395
Public Housing
Public Housing
Housing facilities owned, operated, or constructed by, for or on behalf of
a public entity including but not limited to the following:
1. Publically owned and/or operated one- or two- family dwelling units or
congregate residences;
2. Publically owned and/or operated buildings or complexes with three or
more residential dwellings units;
3. Reserved
791
Public Housing
Public Housing
4. Publically owned and/or operated homeless shelters, group homes
and similar social service establishments;
5. Publically owned and/or operated transient lodging, such as hotels,
motels, hostels and other facilities providing accommodations of a short
term nature of not more than 30 days duration;
6. Housing at a place of education owned or operated by a public entity,
such as housing on or serving a public school, public college or public
university campus;
7. Privately owned housing made available for public use as housing.
792
396
Public Housing
Public Entity
Any State or local government; any department, agency, special-purpose
district, or other instrumentality of a State or local government.
793
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3
Public Housing Facilities
Public housing facilities with residential dwelling units shall comply with
Section 11B-233.3
Section 11B-233.3.1
Minimum Number: New Construction
794
397
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.1
Minimum Number: New Construction
795
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.1.1
Residential Dwelling Units with
Mobility Features
Section 11B-233.3.1.3
Residential Dwelling Units with
Communication Features
• 2%, min. of 1 of Public Housing Facilities
796
398
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.1.2
Residential Dwelling Units with
Adaptable Features
Public Housing
Exception
798
399
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.1.2.1
Residential Dwelling Units with
Adaptable Features
Elevator Buildings
799
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.1.2.2
Residential Dwelling Units with
Adaptable Features
Non-Elevator Buildings
800
400
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.1.2.3
Residential Dwelling Units with
Adaptable Features
801
Public Housing
New Language
Section 11B-233.3.1.2.4 Effective July 1st 2018
Residential Dwelling Units with
Adaptable Features
802
401
Public Housing
New Language
Section 11B-233.3.1.2.4 (Cont.) Effective July 1st 2018
Residential Dwelling Units with
Adaptable Features
Public Housing
New Language
Section 11B-233.3.1.2.5 Effective July 1st 2018
Residential Dwelling Units with
Adaptable Features
804
402
Public Housing
New Language
Section 11B-233.3.1.2.5 (Cont.) Effective July 1st 2018
Residential Dwelling Units with
Adaptable Features
1. The primary entry of the multi-story residential dwelling unit shall be on an accessible
route
2. At least one power room or bathroom shall be located on the primary entry level
3. Rooms or spaces located on the primary entry level shall be served by an accessible
route and comply with Chapter 11A, Division IV – Dwelling Unit Features
805
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.1.2.6
Residential Dwelling Units with
Adaptable Features
Public Housing Facility Site Impracticality
• The number of adaptable residential dwelling units required in non-elevator building
public housing facilities shall be determined in accordance with Chapter 11A, Section
1150A.1.
• The remaining ground floor residential dwelling units shall comply with the following:
1. Grab bar reinforcement complying with 11B-609 (Grab Bars).
2. Doors complying with 11B-404 (Doors, Doorways, and Gates).
3. Communication features complying with 11B-809.5.5 (Residential Dwelling Unit Primary Entrance).
4. Electrical receptacle and switches complying with 11B-308.1 (Reach Ranges).
5. Toilet and bathing facilities complying with 11B-809.4 (Toilet Facilities and Bathing Facilities).
6. Kitchen sink removable cabinets complying with 11B-606.2 (Clear Floor Space), Exception 3.
806
403
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.2
Residential Dwelling Units for Sale
• Residential dwelling units designed and constructed or altered by public
entities
• That will be offered for sale to individuals shall provide accessible features
to the extent required by this chapter
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.3
Residential Dwelling Units for Sale
Additions
• Where an addition to an existing public housing facility results in an
increase in the number of residential dwelling units
• The requirements shall apply only to the residential dwelling units that are
added until the total number of residential dwelling units complies
• Dwelling units with mobility features and dwelling units with adaptable
features shall be on an accessible route
808
404
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.4
Residential Dwelling Units for Sale
Alterations
• Alterations to a public housing facility shall comply with 11B-233.3.4
• EXCEPTION: Where compliance for units with mobility features or units with adaptable
features is technically infeasible, or where it is technically infeasible to provide an
accessible route to a residential dwelling unit
• The entity shall be permitted to alter or construct a comparable and compliant residential
dwelling unit
• Provided that the minimum number of residential dwelling units as applicable, is satisfied
809
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.4.1
Residential Dwelling Units for Sale
• Where a building is vacated for the purposes of alteration for use as public housing, and
the altered building contains more than 15 residential dwelling units,
• At least 5 percent of the residential dwelling units shall be provided with mobility features.
• Residential dwelling units with adaptable features shall be provided in compliance with
11B-233.3.1.2
810
405
Public Housing
• At least 2 percent of the residential dwelling units shall be provided with communication
features
• EXCEPTION: Where any portion of a building’s exterior is preserved, but the interior of the
building is removed, including all structural portions of floors and ceilings and a new
building intended for use as public housing is constructed behind the existing exterior, the
building is considered a new building for determining the application of this chapter.
811
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.4.2
Residential Dwelling Units for Sale
• In public housing facilities with individual residential dwelling units, where a bathroom or a
kitchen is substantially altered, and at least one other room is altered,
• The requirements for new construction shall apply to the altered residential dwelling units
• Until the total number of residential dwelling units complies with the minimum number of
dwelling units with Mobility, Communication and Adaptable features
812
406
Public Housing
• EXCEPTION: Where public housing facilities contain 15 or fewer residential dwelling units,
the requirements of 11B-233.3.1.1 (Residential Dwelling Units with Mobility Features),
11B-233.3.1.2 (Residential Dwelling Units with Adaptable Features), and 11B-233.3.1.3
(Residential Dwelling Units with Communication Features) shall apply to the total number
of residential dwelling units that are altered under a single contract, or are developed as a
whole, whether or not located on a common site.
813
Public Housing
• Shall be dispersed among the various types of residential dwelling units in the facility and
shall provide choices of residential dwelling units comparable to, and integrated with,
those available to other residents
• EXCEPTION: In public housing facilities where multi-story residential dwelling units are
one of the types of residential dwelling units provided, one-story residential dwelling units
shall be permitted as a substitute for multi-story residential dwelling units where equivalent
spaces and amenities are provided in the one-story residential dwelling unit.
814
407
Public Housing
Section 11B-233.3.6
Graduate Student and Faculty Housing at a Place of
Education.
• Housing facilities that are provided by or on behalf of a place of education, with residential
dwelling units leased on a year round basis exclusively to graduate students or faculty,
• And do not contain any public use or common use areas available for educational
programming,
• Are not subject to 11B-224 (Transient Lodging Guest Rooms) and shall comply with
Section 11B-233 (Residential Facilities)
815
Public Housing
Scoping Examples
408
Public Housing
Example - #1
How Many Mobility Units Are Required?
24 x .05 = 1.2
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 (2) Units Minimum
w/Mobility Features
Remember 11B-104.2 for
calculation of percentages!
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
A = Adaptable Only
*All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
817
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
Public Housing
Example - #1
How Many Mobility Units Are Required?
24 x .05 = 1.2
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 (2) Units Minimum
w/Mobility Features
Remember 11B-104.2 for
calculation of percentages!
1 2 3 4-M 5 6 7 8-M 9 10 11 12
A = Adaptable Only
*All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
818
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
409
Public Housing
Example - #1
How Many Communication Units Are Required?
24 x .02 = 0.48
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 (1) Units Minimum
w/Communication
Features
1 2 3 4-M 5 6 7 8-M 9 10 11 12
A = Adaptable Only
*All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
819
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
Public Housing
Example - #1
How Many Communication Units Are Required?
Where?
24 x .02 = 0.48
18- (1) Units Minimum
13 14 15 16 17 19 20 21 22 23 24
C w/Communication
Features
4-
1 2 3 5 6-C 7 8-M 9 10 11 12
M/C
A = Adaptable Only
*All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
820
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
410
Public Housing
Example - #1
How Many Adaptable Units Are Required?
11B-233.3.1.2.1
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Elevator Buildings.
Residential dwelling
units on floors
E served by an
1 2 3 4-M 5 6-C 7 8-M 9 10 11 12 elevator shall be
adaptable.
Public Housing
Example - #1
How Many Adaptable Units Are Required?
11B-233.3.1.2.1
13- 14- 15- 16- 17- 18- 19- 20- 21- 22- 23- 24- Elevator Buildings.
A A A A A A A A A A A A Residential dwelling
units on floors
E 6- 10- 11- 12- served by an
1-A 2-A 3-A 4-M 5-A 7-A 8-M 9-A elevator shall be
A/C A A A
adaptable.
411
Public Housing
Example - #1
How Many Adaptable Units Are Required?
11B-233.3.1.2.2
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Non-Elevator
Buildings. Ground
floor residential
R dwelling units in
1 2 3 4-M 5 6-C 7 8-M 9 10 11 12 non-elevator
buildings shall be
adaptable.
R = Ramp (No Elevator) A = Adaptable Only
*All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
823
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
Public Housing
Example - #1
How Many Adaptable Units Are Required?
11B-233.3.1.2.2
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Non-Elevator
Buildings. Ground
floor residential
R 6- 10- 11- 12- dwelling units in
1-A 2-A 3-A 4-M 5-A 7-A 8-M 9-A non-elevator
A/C A A A
buildings shall be
adaptable.
R = Ramp (No Elevator) A = Adaptable Only
*All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
824
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
412
Public Housing
= 11B, 11A, FHA & Com. By 11B & 2010 ADAS Example - #1
= 11A & FHA How Many Adaptable Units Are Required?
= 11B & 2010 ADAS (Excds. 11A/FHA) But Don’t Forget about FHA & 11A
= 11B, 11A & FHA 11B-233.3.1.2.2
13- 14- 15- 16- 17- 18- 19- 20- 21- 22- 23- 24- Non-Elevator
A A A A A A A A A A A A Buildings. Ground
floor residential
R 6- 10- 11- 12- dwelling units in
1-A 2-A 3-A 4-M 5-A 7-A 8-M 9-A non-elevator
A/C A A A
buildings shall be
adaptable.
R = Ramp (No Elevator) A = Adaptable Only
*All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
825
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
Public Housing
= 11B, 11A, FHA & Com. By 11B & 2010 ADAS Example - #1
= 11A & FHA How Many Adaptable Units Are Required?
= 11B & 2010 ADAS (Excds. 11A/FHA) But Don’t Forget about FHA & 11A
= 11B, 11A & FHA 11B-233.3.1.2.1
13- 14- 15- 16- 17- 18- 19- 20- 21- 22- 23- 24- Elevator Buildings.
A A A A A A A A A A A A Residential dwelling
units on floors
E 6- 10- 11- 12- served by an
1-A 2-A 3-A 4-M 5-A 7-A 8-M 9-A elevator shall be
A/C A A A
adaptable.
413
Public Housing
Example - #2
1 2 3 4 5 6
G G G G G G
A = Adaptable Only
E = Elevator *All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
G = Garage M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
827
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
Public Housing
Example-#2
A = Adaptable Only
E = Elevator/Vertical Access *All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
G = Garage M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
828
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
414
Public Housing
Example-#2
A = Adaptable Only
E = Elevator/Vertical Access *All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
G = Garage M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
829
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
Public Housing
Example-#2
A = Adaptable Only
E = Elevator/Vertical Access *All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
G = Garage M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
830
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
415
Public Housing
Example - #3
5 6 7 8
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
1 2 3 4 Retail
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom
A = Adaptable Only
*All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
831
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
Public Housing
Example - #3
5 6 7 8
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
A = Adaptable Only
*All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
832
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
416
Public Housing
Example - #3
5 6 7 8
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
A = Adaptable Only
*All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
M = Mobility Only
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
833
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
Public Housing
Example - #3
11B-233.3.1.2.2 Non-
Elevator Buildings. How Many Mobility, Communication & Adaptable Units Are Required?
Ground floor
Dispersion Options
residential dwelling
units in non-elevator
buildings shall be 5 6-M/C 7 8 To meet
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
adaptable. Dispersion to
Unit #6
1-A 2-A 3-M/C 4-A R
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom
Retail
A = Adaptable Only
R = Ramp - Accessible Route *All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
= Req. to Be Adaptable by
M = Mobility Only
11A & FHA (no req. under
11B or 2010 ADAS) M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
834
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
417
Public Housing
Example - #3
11B-233.3.1.2.1
Elevator Buildings. How Many Mobility, Communication & Adaptable Units Are Required?
Residential dwelling Dispersion Options To meet
units on floors Units Not on Floor Served
by Elevator but on Dispersion
served by an requirements
accessible route 5-A 6-M/C 7-A 8-A
elevator shall be 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom but now
adaptable. becomes an
elevatored
1-A 2-A 3-M/C 4-A E
Retail building
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom
A = Adaptable Only
E = Elevator *All Units Single Story, No Elevator
C = Communication Only
= Req. to Be Adaptable by
M = Mobility Only
11A & FHA (no req. under
11B or 2010 ADAS) M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
835
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
Public Housing
Example - #4
How Many Mobility, Communication
& Adaptable Units Are Required?
5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 Retail
A = Adaptable Only
C = Communication Story Units, No Elevator
M = Mobility Units Single Story, No Elevator
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
836
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
418
Public Housing
Example - #4
How Many Mobility, Communication
& Adaptable Units Are Required?
No
5 6 7 8 Requirements,
Not on the
Ground Floor
A = Adaptable Only
C = Communication Story Units, No Elevator
M = Mobility Units Single Story, No Elevator
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
837
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
Public Housing
Example - #4
How Many Mobility, Communication
& Adaptable Units Are Required?
10% not less
5 6 7 8 than 1 must
comply with
9-A 11B-
233.3.1.2.5 on
the primary
1-A 2-A 3-M/C 4-A Retail entry level
A = Adaptable Only
C = Communication Story Units, No Elevator
M = Mobility Units Single Story, No Elevator
M/C = Mobility & Communication Features
838
A/C = Adaptable & Communication Features
419
Comparison of
Dwelling Units
Public Housing
Comparison of Turning Space
840
420
Public Housing
Comparison of Maneuvering Clearance @ Doors
841
Public Housing
Comparison of Clearance @ Plumbing Fixtures
842
421
Public Housing
Comparison of Bathroom
843
Public Housing
Comparison of Clearance @ Water Closet
844
422
Public Housing
Comparison of Clearance @ Bathtub
845
Public Housing
Comparison of Turning Space & Clear Floor Space
846
423
Public Housing
Comparison of Maneuvering Clearance @ Doors
847
Public Housing
Comparison of Bathroom Elements
848
424
Public Housing
Comparison of Bathroom Elements
849
Public Housing
Comparison of Kitchen
48”
850
425
Public Housing
Comparison of Kitchen Elements
851
Public Housing
Comparison of Kitchen Elements
852
426
Public Housing
Calculation of Kitchen Storage
853
Public Housing
Calculation of Kitchen Storage
854
427
Public Housing
Calculation of Kitchen Storage
Does this design meet the code requirements?
855
Public Housing
Comparison of Kitchen Elements
856
428
Public Housing
857
Public Housing
Given:
A new housing complex is being proposed to be constructed by
the City's housing and Community development department.
858
429
Public Housing
Questions:
859
Public Housing
Given:
A developer is proposing to renovate an existing 75 unit apartment complex
privately built in 1975.
The developer has partnered with an investor and will be receiving tax credits
from the CA Tax Credit Allocation Committee. 70 of the units are all single
story units in a single story building.
The remaining 5 units are multi story units in a building with no elevator.
None of the existing units are accessible or adaptable. The complex will be
owned and operated by the private development company.
860
430
Public Housing
Questions:
861
Public Housing
Given:
An addition is planned to an existing 4 story apartment building constructed in
1982. The project will be constructed, with no Federal financial assistance, by
a non-profit organization on behalf of a public entity that will operate the
facility.
There are 50 residential dwelling units in the existing building and an elevator
serving all floors. The addition provides another 50, one story residential
dwelling units.
There is a leasing office on the first floor with non compliant public men's and
women's restrooms and no renovations or alterations are proposed for these
862
areas.
431
Public Housing
Questions:
How many units with mobility features are required?
What is required under Federal law for the leasing office and
restrooms?
863
864
432
Welcome
to the
CALCASP Academy
Day Four
DAY FOUR
866
433
Plan Review
Advanced Scoping
Session
434
Advanced Scoping
What is Scoping?
• Fundamentally, it is the ability to ask the correct
questions regarding a given project to determine the
applicable laws, codes and/or regulations that effect
the accessibility and usability within the built
environment.
869
Advanced Scoping
Typical Questions To Ask
870
435
Advanced Scoping
Typical Questions To Ask
871
Advanced Scoping
Rules of Order
436
Advanced Scoping
Rules of Order
• Scoring:
• 5 points will be awarded for each correct answer.
• The table with the most points at the end of the session will be
the winners and receive a prize.
Please note that the code wizards may award or penalize points for well
thought out responses, various infractions and/or dubious answers.
873
437
875
Thank You!
438
Table of Contents
Day 1
Slide 15 - Overview of CASp Senate Bills (CRASCA) and the CASp Examination
Slide 92 - Overview Of Federal Access Laws And Regulation
Day 2
Slide 201 - Origins of California Access Laws
Slide 214 – California Building Code Chapter 11B
Day 3
Slide 575 - Fair Housing Amendments Act
Slide 631 – California Building Code Chapter 11A
Slide 789 – Public Housing
Day 4
Slide 868 - Advanced Scoping Session
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