Federal Accessibility Requirements
Most building designers are familiar with their local accessibility requirements, however often there is much more confusion when it comes to federal accessibility regulations. The recent introduction of the new 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design, make it even more important to understand what is required on the federal level for accessible buildings. Read more
Accessible Benches In Dressing Rooms, Fitting Rooms, & Locker Rooms
The 2010 ADA Standards require dressing rooms, fitting rooms, and locker rooms to comply with the accessibility requirements of sections 222 and 803 of the 2010 Standards. Read more
A New Accessible Entrance at Regional Mall
Common perception is that accessible design is ugly and often builders and architects think accessible elements distract from good architecture. Countless times I hear concern that accessibility will result in utilitarian design that is only appropriate for hospitals and housing for the elderly. But we at Accessibility Services know, with thoughtful and careful planning, accessible design can be beautiful. Read more
Equipment & Furniture Proposed Rule
During the planning of a building, architects and designers provide placement of equipment and furniture in the various rooms and spaces. Thus, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Equipment and Furniture requesting input from individuals with disabilities, industrial representative, design professionals, and others who have an interest in the final requirements. Therefore, the Proposed Rule should be reviewed and comments provided to ensure that the final rule provides enough details to assist in the design process. Comments are due to the Access Board by January 24, 2011. Read more
Update: Enhanced Accessibility Requirements for ATM’s
Accessibility Services staff members have received questions from stakeholders seeking guidance on the accessibility requirements for Automatic Teller Machines (ATM’s) that are found in the 2010 ADA Design Standards recently released by the US Department of Justice.
We have assembled the three (3) most commonly asked questions about ATM accessibility below along with our responses. Read more
US Department of Justice Issues Revised ADA Title II & III Regulations
Accessibility Services Staff Members have been providing training programs on the Revised ADA/ABA Accessibility Guidelines for several years, and everyone always asks – “When will DOJ adopt these new guidelines as an enforceable standard?” Well – the wait is over! DOJ has issued final regulations revising Titles II and III, including the ADA Standards for Accessible Design. Read more
