2022 California Standards for Accessible Design Guide (effective January 1, 2023 with July 1, 2024 amendments)

CHAPTER 4 SPECIAL DETAILED REQUIREMENTS BASED ON USE AND OCCUPANCY

SECTION 406 MOTOR-VEHICLE-RELATED OCCUPANCIES

406.2 Design.  …

406.2.2 Clear height.

The clear height of each floor level in vehicle and pedestrian traffic areas shall be not less than 7 feet (2134 mm). Canopies under which fuels are dispensed shall have a clear height in Section 406.7.2. [DSA-AC] The clear height of vehicle and pedestrian areas required to be accessible shall comply with Chapter 11A or 11B, as applicable.
Exception: A lower clear height is permitted for a parking tier in mechanical-access open parking where approved by the building official.

Advisory 406.2.2 Clear height. While the minimum height is required to be 7'-0" by this section, greater vertical clearance is required at van-accessible parking spaces, standard accessible parking spaces, the vehicular routes to these spaces, and passenger drop-off and loading zones. Refer to Chapters 11A and 11B for requirements in these areas. ◼

406.2.7 Electric vehicle charging stations and systems.

Where provided, electric vehicle charging systems shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code and the California Green Building Standards Code. Electric vehicle charging system equipment shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2202. Electric vehicle supply equipment shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2594. Accessibility to electric vehicle charging stations shall be provided in accordance with Chapters 11A and/or 11B.

SECTION 412 AIRCRAFT-RELATED OCCUPANCIES

412.2 Airport traffic control towers.  …

412.2.6 Accessibility.

[DSA-AC] In air traffic control towers, an accessible route shall not be required to serve the cab and the equipment areas on the floor immediately below the cab.