Title III of the ADA – What are Places of Public Accommodation?
Understanding Title III of the ADA
Understanding Title III of the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) isn’t always easy. Title III of the ADA covers Places of Public Accommodation, which includes a variety of different businesses and organizations. But there are some intricacies related to online-only Places of Public Accommodation that you should be aware of.
We will take a look at who exactly is subject to Title III of the ADA and how you can meet the requirements and avoid legal action.
What are Places of Public Accommodation?
According to the ADA, the following entities are covered by Title III:
- Places of Public accommodation (i.e., private entities that own, operate, lease, or lease to places of public accommodation)
- This includes over five million private establishments, such as restaurants, hotels, theaters, convention centers, retail stores, shopping centers, dry cleaners, laundromats, pharmacies, doctors’ offices, hospitals, museums, libraries, parks, zoos, amusement parks, private schools, day care centers, health spas, and bowling alleys.
- Commercial Facilities
- Nonresidential facilities, including office buildings, factories, and warehouses, whose operations affect commerce.
- Private entities that offer certain examinations and courses related to educational and occupational certification. (This [...]