2010 ADA Definition
Place of Public Accommodation: Place of public accommodation means a facility operated by a private entity whose operations affect commerce and fall within at least one of the following categories –
(1) Place of lodging, except for an establishment located within a facility that contains not more than five rooms for rent or hire and that actually is occupied by the proprietor of the establishment as the residence of the proprietor. For purposes of this part, a facility is a "place of lodging" if it is – (i) An inn, hotel, or motel; or
(ii) A facility that – (A) Provides guest rooms for sleeping for stays that primarily are short-term in nature (generally 30 days or less) where the occupant does not have the right to return to a specific room or unit after the conclusion of his or her stay; and
(B) Provides guest rooms under conditions and with amenities similar to a hotel, motel, or inn, including the following – (1) On- or off-site management and reservations service;
(2) Rooms available on a walk-up or call-in basis;
(3) Availability of housekeeping or linen service; and
(4) Acceptance of reservations for a guest room type without guaranteeing a particular unit or room until check-in, and without a prior lease or security deposit.
(2) A restaurant, bar, or other establishment serving food or drink;
(3) A motion picture house, theater, concert hall, stadium, or other place of exhibition or entertainment;
(4) An auditorium, convention center, lecture hall, or other place of public gathering;
(5) A bakery, grocery store, clothing store, hardware store, shopping center, or other sales or rental establishment;
(6) A laundromat, dry-cleaner, bank, barber shop, beauty shop, travel service, shoe repair service, funeral parlor, gas station, office of an accountant or lawyer, pharmacy, insurance office, professional office of a health care provider, hospital, or other service establishment;
(7) A terminal, depot, or other station used for specified public transportation;
(8) A museum, library, gallery, or other place of public display or collection;
(9) A park, zoo, amusement park, or other place of recreation;
(10) A nursery, elementary, secondary, undergraduate, or postgraduate private school, or other place of education;
(11) A day care center, senior citizen center, homeless shelter, food bank, adoption agency, or other social service center establishment; and
(12) A gymnasium, health spa, bowling alley, golf course, or other place of exercise or recreation.
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 36 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities (2010 ADA Title III Regulations with amendments issued through Dec. 2016)
Definition of "wheelchair.'' (Section-by-Section Analysis)
In seeking public feedback on the NPRM's definition of ‘‘wheelchair,'' the Department explained its concern that the definition of ‘‘wheelchair'' in section 508(c)(2) of the ADA (formerly...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 35 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services (2010 ADA Title II Regulations with amendments issued through Aug. 2016)
Definition of "wheelchair." (Section-by-Section Analysis)
In seeking public feedback on the NPRM's definition of ‘‘wheelchair,'' the Department explained its concern that the definition of ‘‘wheelchair'' in section 508(c)(2) of the ADA (formerly...
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Federal Documents > Standards > 1991 ADA Standards for Accessible Design
10.4.1(4)
(4) Where public pay telephones are provided, and at least one is at an interior location, a public text telephone shall be provided in compliance with 4.31.9....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Kompan, Inc. M584 - Starfish Tables and Benches
This playful structure can also be used as a place to sit and observe or take a break from the action....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Guide to the ADA Standards
Exit Discharge [IBC §1023 (2003), §1006 (2000)]
Accessible means of egress must connect exits to a public way, such as a street or alley (i.e., space permanently deeded and dedicated to public use)....
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 14 CFR Part 382 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel (Air Carrier Access Act) (with amendments issued through May 2016)
§382.27(d)
must provide (see paragraphs (c)(4) through (c)(10) of this section) or choose to provide (see paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(3) of this section), you must provide the requested service or accommodation...
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State and Local Documents > Guidelines > Accessible Swimming Pools, Wading Pools and Spas - A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Recreation Facilities
Seat Height
Lifts can provide additional stops at various heights to accommodate users of all ages and abilities....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Air Carrier Access Act Technical Assistance Manual (2005)
Advance Notice and Reservation System
disability as provided by the ACAA and its implementing regulations (see Ch. 3, Section A), the notice is recorded and properly transmitted to operating employees responsible for providing the accommodation...
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Rulemaking Process Documents > Committee Activity and Reports > Recommendations on Standards for the Design of Medical Diagnostic Equipment for Adults with Disabilities, Advisory Committee Final Report
Introduction
Tasks that are performed on the table, like rolling over, need to be accommodated....
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Research and History > Research Documents > Anthropometry of Wheeled Mobility Project: Final Report
4.3.5.3 180-degree turn around an obstacle
The accommodation model depicts the results with the condition that depth is the same as access and egress aisle width....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > ADA Best Practices Tool Kit for State and Local Governments
3. How and where should the notice be provided?
It is the obligation of the head of the public entity to determine the most effective way of providing notice to the public about their rights and the public entity’s responsibilities under...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Wolf Cooktop Downdraft
Yet what a smoky, pungent place your kitchen might be without it. (Particularly if you’re fond of garlic.)...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2025 California Standards
11B-806.2.4 Toilet and bathing facilities
At housing at a place of education, the requirement that travel between fixtures does not require travel between other parts of the guest room shall have “guest room” interchangeable with...
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Other Boxes: ADA Standard Section 221.2.1.3
Section 221.2.1.3 covers scoping requirements in the current ADA Standards for wheelchair spaces at other boxes not covered under 221.2.1.3.
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
11B-806.2.4 Toilet and bathing facilities
At housing at a place of education, the requirement that travel between fixtures does not require travel between other parts of the guest room shall have “guest room” interchangeable with...
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Federal Documents > Standards > Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)
4.1.7(2)(b)
(b) At least one accessible entrance which is used by the public complying with 4.14 shall be provided....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2025 California Standards
11B-810.8 Clocks
Where clocks are provided for use by the public, the clock face shall be uncluttered so that its elements are clearly visible....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
11B-810.8 Clocks
Where clocks are provided for use by the public, the clock face shall be uncluttered so that its elements are clearly visible....
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Floor Surfaces: ADA Standard Section 409.4.2
Section 409.4.2 covers the current ADA Standards for the floor surfaces of private residence elevator cars.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Circular Cross Section: ADA Standard Section 505.7.1
Section 505.7.1 covers the current ADA Standards for the circular cross section of handrail gripping surfaces.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
General: ADA Standard Section 602.1
Section 602.1 of the ADA Standards covers information in the current ADA Standards for drinking fountains.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
General: ADA Standard Section 410.1
Section 410.1 of the ADA Standards covers information in the current ADA Standards for platform lifts.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Location: ADA Standard Section 407.4.8.1.2
Section 407.4.8.1.2 covers the current ADA Standards for the location of visible elevator car position indicators.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Dimensions: ADA Standard Section 104.1
Section 104.1 of the ADA Standards covers information on dimensions discussed in the 2010 ADA Standards.