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ADA Accessibility Guidelines

Table of Contents

1. PURPOSE(open in new window)
2. GENERAL(open in new window)
3. MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUCTIONS AND DEFINITIONS(open in new window)


4. ACCESSIBLE ELEMENTS AND SPACES: SCOPE AND TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Minimum Requirements - Scoping
    4.1.1 Application (open in new window)
    4.1.2 Accessible Sites and Exterior Facilities: New Construction(open in new window)
    4.1.3 Accessible Buildings: New Construction(open in new window)
    4.1.4 (Reserved)
    4.1.5 Accessible Buildings: Additions(open in new window)
    4.1.6 Accessible Buildings: Alterations(open in new window)
    4.1.7 Accessible Buildings: Historic Preservation(open in new window)
4.2 Space Allowance and Reach Ranges(open in new window)
4.3 Accessible Route(open in new window)
4.4 Protruding Objects(open in new window)
4.5 Ground and Floor Surfaces(open in new window)
4.6 Parking and Passenger Loading Zones(open in new window)
4.7 Curb Ramps(open in new window)
4.8 Ramps(open in new window)
4.9 Stairs(open in new window)
4.10 Elevators(open in new window)
4.11 Platform Lifts (Wheelchair Lifts)(open in new window)
4.12 Windows(open in new window)
4.13 Doors(open in new window)
4.14 Entrances(open in new window)
4.15 Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers(open in new window)
4.16 Water Closets(open in new window)
4.17 Toilet Stalls(open in new window)
4.18 Urinals(open in new window)
4.19 Lavatories and Mirrors(open in new window)
4.20 Bathtubs(open in new window)
4.21 Shower Stalls(open in new window)
4.22 Toilet Rooms(open in new window)
4.23 Bathrooms, Bathing Facilities, and Shower Rooms(open in new window)
4.24 Sinks(open in new window)
4.25 Storage(open in new window)
4.26 Handrails, Grab Bars, and Tub and Shower Seats (open in new window)
4.27 Controls and Operating Mechanisms(open in new window)
4.28 Alarms(open in new window)
4.29 Detectable Warnings(open in new window)
4.30 Signage(open in new window)
4.31 Telephones(open in new window)
4.32 Fixed or Built-in Seating and Tables(open in new window)
4.33 Assembly Areas(open in new window)
4.34 Automated Teller Machines(open in new window)
4.35 Dressing and Fitting Rooms(open in new window)
4.36 Saunas and Steam Rooms(open in new window)
4.37 Benches(open in new window)
5. RESTAURANTS AND CAFETERIAS (open in new window)
6. MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES(open in new window)
7. BUSINESS, MERCANTILE AND CIVIC(open in new window)
8. LIBRARIES(open in new window)
9. ACCESSIBLE TRANSIENT LODGING(open in new window)
10. TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES(open in new window)
11. JUDICIAL, LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY FACILITIES(open in new window)
12. DETENTION AND CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES(open in new window)
13. RESIDENTIAL HOUSING [RESERVED](open in new window)
14. PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY [RESERVED](open in new window)

15. RECREATION FACILITIES 15.1 Amusement Rides(open in new window)
15.2 Boating Facilities(open in new window)
15.3 Fishing Piers and Platforms(open in new window)
15.4 Golf(open in new window)
15.5 Miniature Golf(open in new window)
15.6 Play Areas(open in new window)
15.7 Exercise Equipment and Machines, Bowling Lanes, and Shooting Facilities(open in new window)
15.8 Swimming Pools, Wading Pools, and Spas(open in new window)
FIGURES INDEX(open in new window)

APPENDIX(open in new window)