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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Research and History > Regulations and Standards History > Equality of Opportunity: The Making of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Enshrining the ADA: House-Senate Conference and the Signing
On July 26, before about 3,000 persons, President Bush signed the ADA into law as Public Law 101-336....
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Using Corada > Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Corada
FAQ: How do I enter keywords in my Voices post?
Begin to type a keyword or phrase like "side reach" or "public right-of-way." When the keyword options are displayed, select the desired keyword. ...
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Federal Documents > Standards > Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)
4.1.4(5) BUSINESS
Application
All areas for which the intended use will require public access or which may result in employment of physically handicapped persons....
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Legal Documents > United States of America v. Hilton Worldwide Inc. - Consent Decree
27. ADA COMPLIANCE OFFICER(S)
The ADA Compliance Officer shall serve as HWI’s primary administrative contact on disability issues for all Brand Hotels for the public, and for the Parties to this Consent Decree....
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Part 37 - Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities; Reasonable Modification of Policies and Practices
3. Private Property
A public or private entity that unreasonably denies access to a paratransit vehicle may be subject to a complaint to the U.S. Department of Justice or U.S....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2016 California Standards for Accessible Design Pocket Guide - Eff. Jan. 1, 2017
11B-216.7 Elevators
Existing buildings that have been remodeled to provide specific elevators for public use that comply with these building standards shall have the location of and the directions to these...
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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)
§ 35.151(k)(2) Alterations to detention and correctional facilities.
Alterations to jails, prisons, and other detention and correctional facilities shall comply with the 2010 Standards except that public entities shall provide accessible mobility features...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2016 California Standards for Accessible Design Pocket Guide - Eff. Jan. 1, 2017
[A] 101.4.5 Fire prevention
processes and premises from the hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or public...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
3. Private Property
A public or private entity that unreasonably denies access to a paratransit vehicle may be subject to a complaint to the U.S. Department of Justice or U.S....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2016 California Standards for Accessible Design Pocket Guide - Eff. Jan. 1, 2017
11B-206.6 Elevators
Elevators provided as a means of access within a private residence shall be installed so that they are not accessible to the general public or to other occupants of the building.
3. ...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
Commuter Bus Service
The definition of "commuter bus service'' is important because the ADA does not require complementary paratransit to be provided with respect to commuter bus service operated by public entities...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2019 California Standards
11B-216.7 Elevators
Existing buildings that have been remodeled to provide specific elevators for public use that comply with these building standards shall have the location of and the directions to these...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2019 California Standards
101.4.5 Fire prevention
processes and premises from the hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or public...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2019 California Standards
[ADA Title II §35.151(b)(4)(i)] Primary function
function include, but are not limited to, the dining area of a cafeteria, the meeting rooms in a conference center, as well as offices and other work areas in which the activities of the public...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
11B-404.2.7 Door and gate hardware
Door hardware that can be operated with a closed fist or a loose grip accommodates the greatest range of users....
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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)
"Qualified Interpreter'' (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The guiding criterion is that the public accommodation must provide appropriate auxiliary aids and services to ensure effective communication with the individual....
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Research and History > Research Documents > Exhibit Design Relating to Low Vision and Blindness Summary Report
Introduction
Historically, museums have displayed their collections for the visiting public primarily through visual means....
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Regulatory Support Documents > Regulatory Impact Analyses > Final Regulatory Assessment and Final Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Final Rule - Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations - Movie Theaters; Movie Captioning and Audio Description
4.1.1. Total Costs
Figure 4-1 : Annual Costs in Primary Analysis, Discounted at 7 percent ($ millions)
ETA Editor's Note
As of 11/21/16 (this document's publication date), Figure 4-1 is not shown....
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Links > Employment
How to File a Charge of Employment Discrimination
Where the discrimination took place can determine how long you have to file a charge....
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Demonstrations by Persons with Disabilities
The Challenges EV Charging for People with Disabilities
Automatic cable management systems are ideal for public locations, as they:
• Reduce liability from tripping hazards & false claims
• Prevent damage to connectors from contact with...
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Links > Trade Organization
Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA)
RESNA advances the field by offering certification, continuing education, and professional development; developing assistive technology standards; promoting research and public policy; and...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Populas Accella Adjustable Activity / Computer Workstation
It is especially appropriate when frequent adjustment is needed to accommodate people who use wheelchairs....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Lutron Sivoia QED Kirbé Vertical Motorized Drapery System
The vertical uptake of the Kirbé system eliminates this issue, making it ideal for narrow windows or other areas that could not accommodate drapery in the past....