Side flares are essential in alterations when space for a top landing (36” deep min.) is not available; in this instance, side flares (1:12 max. slope) are necessary to accommodate wheelchair...
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2010 ADA Definition
Alteration: A change to a building or facility that affects or could affect the usability of the building or facility or portion thereof. Alterations include, but are not limited to, remodeling, renovation, rehabilitation, reconstruction, historic restoration, resurfacing of circulation paths or vehicular ways, changes or rearrangement of the structural parts or elements, and changes or rearrangement in the plan configuration of walls and full-height partitions. Normal maintenance, reroofing, painting or wallpapering, or changes to mechanical and electrical systems are not alterations unless they affect the usability of the building or facility.
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Are side flares required at curb ramps?
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Accessibility Standards in Title II Regulations Issued by DOJ
The Title II regulations provide that design, construction, and alterations of facilities commenced after January 26, 1992, must be done in such a manner that the facility or part of the...
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404.2.3 Clear Width
In alterations, a projection of 5/8 inch (16 mm) maximum into the required clear width shall be permitted for the latch side stop. 2....
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Existing Elevators (Alterations)
Alterations to Existing Elevators The Standards apply to existing elevators that are altered. Compliance is determined by the scope of the project....
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404.2.5 Thresholds
EXCEPTION: Existing or altered thresholds 3/4 inch (19 mm) high maximum that have a beveled edge on each side with a slope not steeper than 1:2 shall not be required to comply with 404.2.5...
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III-4.4600 Seating in assembly areas
general principles applicable to barrier removal in existing facilities, a public accommodation is never required to provide greater access than it would be required to provide under the alterations...
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When alterations are made on an upper story of a facility, is vertical access required?
If an alteration includes installation of a stair or escalator where none existed previously and involves major structural modifications, an accessible route between levels served by the...
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505.10 Handrail Extensions
In alterations, full extensions of handrails shall not be required where such extensions would be hazardous due to plan configuration....
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Additions [4.1.5]
Each addition to an existing building is regarded as an alteration subject to ADAAG alterations requirements (including triggering of path of travel obligations, if applicable)....
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406.4 Landings
EXCEPTION: In alterations, where there is no landing at the top of curb ramps, curb ramp flares shall be provided and shall not be steeper than 1:12....
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Alterations [4.1.6]
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General [4.1.6(1)]
ADAAG sets minimum requirements for accessibility in alterations. New construction technical criteria are applied to each element or space altered where technically feasible....
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Primary Function Areas [4.1.6(2)]
If alterations are made to an area containing a primary function, an accessible "path of travel" is required which means a continuous route connecting the altered area to an entrance, including...
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Special Technical Provisions for Alterations to Existing Buildings and Facilities [4.1.6(3)]
Section 4.1.6(3) recognizes certain allowances where technical feasibility is encountered, such as steeper slopes for short ramps. Special provisions also address stairs, elevators,...
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Historic Preservation [4.1.7]
Alterations to such facilities are required to be done in full compliance with the alteration requirements for other types of buildings....
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Alterations
In alterations, the minimum number is based on the total number of spaces altered or added to a lot....
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Alterations [4.1.6(1)(f) & (k)]
In alterations, ADAAG does not require a level of access greater than that required in new construction....
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4.17.3 SIZE AND ARRANGEMENT
Figure 30 Toilet Stalls EXCEPTION: In instances of alteration work where provision of a standard stall (Fig. 30(a)) is structurally impracticable or where plumbing...
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4.17.3* Size and Arrangement
EXCEPTION: In instances of alteration work where provision of a standard stall (Fig. 30(a)) is technically infeasible or where plumbing code requirements prevent combining existing stalls...
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Alterations [4.1.6(1), (2)]
Alterations [4.1.6(1), (2)] In alterations, access is required where toilet or bathing facilities are altered....
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NEW CONSTRUCTION AND ALTERATIONS {35.151}
NEW CONSTRUCTION AND ALTERATIONS {35.151} New Construction Shall be designed and constructed to be readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities...
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ALTERATIONS {35.151}
ALTERATIONS {35.151} “Each facility or part of a facility altered by, on behalf of, or for the use of a public entity in a manner that affects or could affect the usability of the facility...
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Alterations
Alterations In general, ADAAG requires a text telephone where four or more pay phones are added or altered....
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Subpart D – New Construction and Alterations