Integrate your designs with compliant access interpretations ADA in Details provides a visual interpretation of the 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for a convenient, go-to reference of pertinent scoping, technical requirements, and sourcing information. Architects, designers, and everyone else involved in the built environment can turn to this authoritative resource to understand accessibility compliance for places of public accommodation, commercial facilities, and public buildings. Every detail is presented with both a clear explanation and illustrations that synthesize federal regulations and the 2016 California Building Code (CBC).
A reference of this scope presenting visual detail examples and specifications for both newly constructed and existing facilities enables you to: Get up to speed on accessibility standards and requirements Differentiate the CBC from the ADA Standards with color contrasting text and graphics for immediate clarification Keep a solutions guide at your fingertips for accessible routes, site features, architectural elements, restrooms, and more Quickly find requirements for specialty areas of accessibility, including assembly areas, kitchens, storage spaces, hospitality and recreational facilities, as well as dwelling units Integrate accessibility into any space with ADA in Details. provides a visual interpretation of the 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for a convenient, go-to reference of pertinent scoping, technical requirements, and sourcing information.
Architects, designers, and everyone else involved in the built environment can turn to this authoritative resource to understand accessibility compliance for places of public accommodation, commercial facilities, and public buildingsEvery detail is presented with both a clear explanation and illustrations that synthesize federal regulations and the 2016 California Building Code (CBC). A reference of this scope presenting visual detail examples and specifications for both newly constructed and existing facilities enables you to:
ADA in Details - Interpreting the 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design
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Table of Contents
Preface v Acknowledgments vi Chapter 1 Accessible Routes 1 Accessible Routes & Clearances 1 Clear Floor, Turning, & Maneuvering Spaces 6 Walking Surfaces 11 Protruding, Post-Mounted, & Overhanging Objects 14 Reach Ranges 19 Doors & Gates General 23 Doors & Gates Maneuvering Clearances 26 Doors & Gates Opening Configurations 29 Power-Assist, Low-Energy, & Automatic Doors & Gates 34 Doors, Gates, & Windows Specific Types & Uses 38 Machines, Controls, & Other Items 41 Chapter 2 Site Elements 47 Accessible Parking In General 47 Accessible Parking Signage 51 Accessible Parking Spaces 54 Valet & Passenger Drop-Off & Loading Areas 59 Transportation Boarding & Alighting Areas 63 Curb Ramps 66 Corner Curb Cut Ramps 72 Island Conditions & Blended Transitions 76 Detectable Warning Surfaces 80 Accessible Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Requirements 85 Pools, Spas, & Other Recreation 92 Pools, Spas, & Water Entry Systems 96 Chapter 3 Vertical Access 103 Stairways 103 Pedestrian Ramps 107 Pedestrian Ramp Landings 111 Edge Protection 118 Handrails 121 Elevator Lobby & Landing Area 127 Elevator Car 131 Platform Lifts Non-Enclosed Runway 135 Chapter 4 Architectural Elements 139 Counters Check-Out, Food, Sales, & Service 139 Seating At Tables, Bars, & Work Surfaces 144 Kitchens & Kitchenettes 149 Drinking Fountains 157 Common Use Plumbing Fixtures 160 Sign Types 163 Sign Components 167 International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA) 172 Telephones Wheelchair Access 174 Telephones & Other Communication Features 177 Chapter 5 Restrooms & Bathing Facilities 181 Restroom & Bathing Facility Signage 181 Restroom & Bathing Facility Accessories 185 Lavatory 189 Toilet Fixture 193 Grab Bars 196 Restroom & Bathing Facilities Single-User 200 Toilet Compartments 206 Restroom Multi-User 210 Ambulatory Compartment 217 Urinals 220 Showers 222 Bathtubs 229 Chapter 6 Other Elements 233 Children s Suggested Requirements 233 Storage, Lockers, and Fitting & Dressing Rooms 238 Assembly Circulation & Seating 243 Assembly Assisted Listening Systems 248 Transient Lodging 251 Multi-Family Dwelling Units 260 Employee Only Spaces 271 Chapter 7 A Word or Two on Existing Projects 275 Overview 275 Barrier Removal 275 Alterations 278 Summary 279 Chapter 8 Innovative Ideas on Access World-Wide 281 Access Overall 281 Visiting 281 Designing Universally 281 As We Age in Place 282 Life-Long Communities 282 Other Topical Approaches 282 Access Overall In Summary 285 References 286 Index 287
Author Description
JANIS KENT, FAIA, CASp, Architect, is the founding president of the Certified Access Specialist Institute (CASI). Designated a Subject Matter Expert by the California Division of the State Architect, she serves on the committee to develop the California State CASp exams. As a consultant to the City of Los Angeles Housing Division, she provides expertise on accessibility in public housing. Additionally she has been asked to speak on a variety of accessibility topics at numerous venues across the country.