ADA Shop Talk Episode 042 – 2018 Valuation Threshold Updated and How This Effects Unreasonable Hardship

ADA Shop Talk Episode 042 – 2018 Valuation Threshold Updated and How This Effects Unreasonable Hardship

Internet Radio Talk Show With Paul Klein

January 18, 2018

Join Paul & Mark down a “rabbit hole” regarding the new valuation threshold announced by DSA and how to apply the unreasonable hardship provisions in 2016 CBC Section 11B-202.4 Path of Travel Requirements in Alterations, Additions, and Structural Repairs. For example, how to determine the 20% accessibility upgrades obligation for additions, alterations and, structural repairs when they are over or under this valuation threshold.

DSA Announces the 2018 Valuation Threshold Update

In accordance with the 2016 California Building Code Chapter 2 definition of Valuation Threshold, the 2018 valuation threshold has increased to $161,298.00. The amount will be updated again in January 2019.

The Valuation Threshold is an annually adjusted figure used in determining the extent of the required path of travel upgrades. Additional information on the valuation threshold for alterations, structural repairs or additions to existing buildings is available on DSA’s Valuation Threshold webpage.

Please contact your DSA Regional Office with any questions.

Approved amendments to the 2016 California Building Code, Chapter 11B Effective July 1st 2018

Our next Academy is February 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th 2018 in Sacramento, Ca, Register Here

DSA Announces February CASp Examination Dates

Those seeking Certified Access Specialist (CASp) certification may now sign up for the next examinations.

February 21, 2018 – Open Book and Closed Book Examinations

Locations: Sacramento (McClellan) and Los Angeles (Hawthorne)

Registration closes: January 22, 2018