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 35 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services (1991 ADA Title II Regulations)
§35.130(b)(1)(v) (Section-by-Section Analysis)
Paragraph (b)(1)(v) provides that a public entity may not aid or perpetuate discrimination against a qualified individual with a disability by providing significant assistance to an agency...
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Federal Documents > Standards > 1991 ADA Standards for Accessible Design
4.14.1 Minimum Number
Such entrances shall be connected by an accessible route to public transportation stops, to accessible parking and passenger loading zones, and to public streets or sidewalks if available...
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Federal Documents > Standards > 1991 ADA Standards for Accessible Design
10.3.1(3)
retail, or residential facilities shall have an accessible route complying with 4.3 from the point of connection to boarding platforms and all transportation system elements used by the public...
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Federal Documents > Standards > Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)
4.14.1 MINIMUM NUMBER
Such entrances shall be connected by an accessible route to public transportation stops, to accessible parking and passenger loading zones, and to public streets or sidewalks if available...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
§ 37.23(b)
remanufactured vehicles, or remanufactures vehicles, for use, or in contemplation of use, in fixed route or demand responsive service under contract or other arrangement or relationship with a public...
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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)
§ 35.136(h) Surcharges
A public entity shall not ask or require an individual with a disability to pay a surcharge, even if people accompanied by pets are required to pay fees, or to comply with other requirements...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Kompan, Inc. M243 - Crocodile Bench
On a practical level, this play piece incorporates two benches, providing great places both for sitting and for collecting or constructing stuff....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Smith System Husky Clover Activity Table
The cutouts in the table top give the student a sense of place. The friendly, colorful tubular legs and nylon glides make a welcoming statement....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Gamco Channel Frame Mirror - C-Series
Shock absorbing material is placed between mirror and back panel. Standard Mirror Glass - #1 quality, 1/4" (6mm) plate/float glass guaranteed against silver spoilage for 25 years....
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Manual Doors, Doorways, and Manual Gates: ADA Standard Section 404.2
Section 404.2 covers the current ADA Standards for manual doors, doorways and manual gates that are part of an accessible route.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
General: ADA Standard Section 212.1
Section 212 of the ADA Standards covers information in the current ADA Standards on scoping requirements for kitchens, kitchenettes and sinks.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Counter Slope: ADA Standard Section 406.2
Section 406.2 covers the current ADA Standards for counter slope of adjoining gutters and road surfaces immediately adjacent to curb ramps.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
General: ADA Standard Section 106.1
Section 106.1 of the ADA Standards covers information on the differences between italicized definitions and underlined definitions used throughout this document.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
General: ADA Standard Section 230.1
Section 230.1 of the ADA Standards covers information in the current ADA Standards on scoping requirements for two-way communication systems.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Raised Refereeing, Judging, and Scoring Areas: ADA Standard Section 203.10
Section 203.10 covers scoping requirements of general exceptions for raised refereeing, judging, and scoring areas in the most current ADA Standards.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Raised Diving Boards and Diving Platforms: ADA Standard Section 203.14
Section 203.14 covers scoping requirements of general exceptions for raised diving boards and diving platforms in the most current ADA Standards.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Changes in Level: ADA Standard Section 403.4
Section 403.4 covers the current ADA Standards for changes in level on walking surfaces that are part of an accessible route.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Minimum Number: ADA Standard Section 234.3
Section 234.3 covers scoping requirements in the current ADA Standards for the minimum number of wheelchair spaces required at amusement rides.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
General: ADA Standard Section 236.1
Section 236.1 of the ADA Standards covers information in the current ADA Standards on scoping requirements for exercise machines and equipment.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
General: ADA Standard Section 237.1
Section 237.1 of the ADA Standards covers information in the current ADA Standards on scoping requirements for fishing piers and platforms.
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Federal Documents > Standards > 2010 ADA Standards
Additions: ADA Standard Section 240.1.1
Section 240.1.1 of the ADA Standards covers information in the current ADA Standards on scoping requirements for additions to play areas.
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Research and History > Committee Reports > Access for All: Five Years of Progress - A Report from the Department of Justice on Enforcement of the Americans with Disabilities Act
II. ENFORCING THE ADA PART 2
of public accommodation....
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Additional Access Publications > ADA Title II Action Guide for State and Local Governments
Certification and Licensing
Many public entities license or certify individuals and businesses such as nurses, drivers, realtors and day care providers....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Cities and Counties: First Steps Toward Solving Common ADA Problems
Common Problems with Signs
For that reason, room signs are always required to be placed on the wall on the latch side of the door, centered at 60 inches high. The photo on the right shows the correct placement....