Tips to Create Accessible Entrances or Approaches in Public Facilities

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Tips to Create Accessible Entrances or Approaches in Public Facilities

By Benjamin Roussey

Published June 9, 2021

Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mandates that public accommodations should be equally accessible to persons with disability. One of the first issues to consider during the design and construction of public facilities is that the entrance or approach to the building should be accessible. Here are some useful tips that can help achieve this goal.

Route of travel

In any public building, a person with disability should be in a position to reach the site, approach the facility, and enter it as safely and comfortably as anyone else. The building should have at least one route of travel that is accessible for all, including persons with disability. Notable tips include:

  • If the route of travel involves the use of stairs, add a ramp or create an alternative travel route on the ground.
  • To ensure that the route of travel is slip-resistant and stable, consider replacing gravel with solid top, fill any minor breaks and [...]

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