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)
§ 36.504(a)(3)
(3) May, to vindicate the public interest, assess a civil penalty against the entity in an amount...
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Federal Documents > Standards > 1991 ADA Standards for Accessible Design
4.1.6(1)(e)
(e) At least one interior public text telephone complying with 4.31.9 shall be provided if:...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2016 California Standards for Accessible Design Pocket Guide - Eff. Jan. 1, 2017
[BS] RESTRICTED ENTRANCE
An entrance that is made available for common use on a controlled basis, but not public use, and that is not a service entrance....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2016 California Standards for Accessible Design Pocket Guide - Eff. Jan. 1, 2017
11B-217.3 Volume controls
All public telephones shall have volume controls complying with Section 11B-704.3....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2016 California Standards for Accessible Design Pocket Guide - Eff. Jan. 1, 2017
11B-216.9.1 Identification signs
Public TTYs shall be identified by the International Symbol of TTY complying with Section 11B-703.7.2.2....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2019 California Standards
RESTRICTED ENTRANCE
An entrance that is made available for common use on a controlled basis, but not public use, and that is not a service entrance....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2019 California Standards
11B-216.9.1 Identification signs
Public TTYs shall be identified by the International Symbol of TTY complying with Section 11B-703.7.2.2....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2019 California Standards
11B-216.9 TTYs
Identification and directional signs for public TTYs shall be provided in accordance with Section 11B-216.9....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2019 California Standards
11B-217.3 Volume controls
All public telephones shall have volume controls complying with Section 11B-704.3....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2012 Florida Accessibility Code
216.9 TTYs
Identification and directional signs for public TTYs shall be provided in accordance with 216.9....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2012 Texas Accessibility Standards
106.5.55 Restricted Entrance
An entrance that is made available for common use on a controlled basis but not public use and that is not a service entrance....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2012 Florida Accessibility Code
Site
A parcel of land bounded by a property line or a designated portion of a public right-of-way....
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Federal Documents > Preamble to Guidelines > 36 CFR Parts 1190 and 1191 ADA and ABA Accessibility Guidelines - Preamble (Discussion of Comments and Changes)
Door Maneuvering Clearance
The 44 inch specification pertains to the clear opening width of doors intended to accommodate gurneys.
Response....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Title I Technical Assistance Manual
Actions which Constitute Discrimination
Refusing to make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless the accommodation would pose an undue...
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Federal Documents > Preamble to Guidelines > 36 CFR Parts 1190 and 1191 ADA and ABA Accessibility Guidelines - Preamble (Discussion of Comments and Changes)
Van Accessible Parking Spaces
The proposed rule specified that one of every eight accessible spaces, or fraction thereof, be designed to accommodate vans....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Appendix to 29 CFR Part 1630—Interpretive Guidance on Title I of the Americans With Disabilities Act
Section 1630.8 Relationship or Association With an Individual With a Disability
It should be noted, however, that an employer need not provide the applicant or employee without a disability with a reasonable accommodation because that duty only applies to qualified...
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Legal Documents > United States of America v. Quiktrip Corporation - Consent Decree
II. GENERAL NONDISCRIMINATION REQUIREMENTS
practices, or procedures, when such modifications are necessary to afford individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to access goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations...
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Additional Access Publications > A Guide to Planning Accessible Meetings
Food Allergies and Sensitivities
According to FARE (Food Allergy and Research Education) “Fifteen million Americans have food allergies – and they are eager to find restaurants [and other venues] that can accommodate their...
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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)
Web site accessibility. (Section-by-Section Analysis)
and the general public....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2025 California Standards
11B-405.7.5 Doorways
Where a door swings onto a ramp landing width, additional ramp landing length as specified may be necessary to accommodate a clear level area for the wheelchair user to clear the door swing...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
11B-405.7.5 Doorways
Where a door swings onto a ramp landing width, additional ramp landing length as specified may be necessary to accommodate a clear level area for the wheelchair user to clear the door swing...
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Legal Documents > Settlement Agreement Between the United States of America, Louisiana Tech University, and the Board of Supervisors for the University of Louisiana System Under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Training
coordinating the University’s response to disability-related grievances and who convenes the University’s ADA Advisory Council at least annually); Instructors’ obligations to provide all accommodations...
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Links > Federal Department or Agency
Department of Transportation: Disability Training Materials and Helpful Information
Provided training covers the following areas:
Wheelchair and Guided Assistance
Service Animals
Assistive Devices
Seating Accommodations...
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Corada Voices > General Comments or Questions
Creative Mirror Design Ideas to Transform Your Living Space
By: mrsonu tyagi
These mirrors are often placed in living rooms, dining areas, or entryways to create a strong visual impact....