Attachment
K: Program Access in Existing Facilities
Please Note:
Paragraph 39 of this Agreement requires that within nine months of the effective
date of this Agreement, the City will provide signage as necessary to comply
with 28 C.F.R. '' 35.163(b), after having surveyed all
facilities that are the subject of this Agreement for the purpose of identifying
those that have multiple entrances not all of which are
accessible.
1.
The technical
requirements and, where appropriate, the scoping requirements of the Standards
are used as a guide for determining whether a program or activity held in an
existing facility is Areadily accessible to and usable
by@ persons with disabilities and for
determining what changes are necessary to make this program or activity
accessible if it continues to be provided in the existing facility in
question. See 28 C.F.R.
'' 35.150(b)(1),
35.151.
2.
In order to
ensure that each of the City=s programs, services, and activities
operating at a facility that is the subject of this Agreement, when viewed in
its entirety, are readily accessible to and usable by persons with mobility
impairments, the City will take the following actions:
3.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, unless otherwise specifically
noted, the City will complete the following modifications to the Administrative
Building, located at 125 Ellison Street.
a.
Entrance
i.
There are seven
steps up to the entrance, making it inaccessible to persons using
wheelchairs. Within 3 months of the
effective date of this agreement, establish a procedure for providing access to
the programs and activities conducted in this area, or install a ramp or
platform lift in compliance with the Standards. Any procedure shall not require lifting
or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse
unnecessary or extreme distances.
Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8,
4.11.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level at the
threshold to the door that is greater than 2 inch.
Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, establish a
procedure for providing access to the programs and activities conducted in this
area, or provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than
3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
b.
Access Among
Levels. The building=s different levels are not all connected by
ramps, lifts, or an accessible elevator, making it inaccessible to persons using
wheelchairs. The existing elevator
is inaccessible to people who use wheelchairs because it cannot be accessed
without ascending four steps.
Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, establish a
procedure for providing access to the programs and activities conducted in upper
levels of the facility, or install ramps and platform lifts in compliance with
the Standards and make the existing elevator accessible to people who use
wheelchairs. Any procedure shall
not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require
them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances. Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8,
4.11.
1st Floor
c.
Unisex Toilet
Room - first of two, near break room
i.
The door to the
break room, which leads to the toilet room, is inaccessible because knob
hardware is used. Provide a door
with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require
tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate. Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type
mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs. Standards ' 4.13.9.
ii.
There is no
accessible sign provided. Provide a
toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and
Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door
with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and
situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without
encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
iii.
The entrance to
the toilet room is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 26
inches. Provide a door with a clear
opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of
the door and the opposite stop.
Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
iv.
The door to the
toilet stall is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 27 inches
and the door hardware requires twisting.
Provide a door with a clear opening at least 32 inches wide when measured
from the face of the door to the opposite stop when the door is opened 90
degrees and with hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping,
pinching, or twisting of the wrist.
Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped handles are acceptable
designs. Standards '' 4.13.5, 4.13.9.
v.
The light
switch is inaccessible because it is mounted 57 inches above the finished
floor. Provide a light switch no
higher than 48 inches above the finished floor for a forward approach or 54
inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by
48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a
wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
vi.
No accessible
mirror has been provided. Provide a
mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
' 4.19.6.
vii.
The turning
space is insufficient because it is 24 inches by 59 inches. Provide an unobstructed turning space at
least 60 inches in diameter or a T-shaped space complying with Fig. 3(b). Standards '' 4.22.3, 4.2.3, Fig.
3.
viii.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 54 inches above the
finished floor and 21 inches over the lavatory. Provide a paper towel dispenser such
that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a
side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48
inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person
using a wheelchair. Standards
'' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
ix.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because there is not adequate knee or toe clearance. Provide a lavatory with the top of its
rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of
the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe
clearances that comply with Fig. 31.
Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.
x.
The toilet is
inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side of the toilet. Provide a flush control mounted on the
"open" side of the toilet's clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the
finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or
provide an automatic flush device.
Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.17.2,
4.27.4.
xi.
There is no
rear grab bar provided. Provide a
rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end
no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the
finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig.
30(a).
xii.
There is no
side grab bar. Provide a side grab
bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at
least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer end 12 inches or less from the
rear wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter
between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as the toilet paper dispenser. Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig.
30(a).
d.
Unisex Toilet
Room - 2nd of two near break room
i.
There is no
accessible sign provided. Provide a
toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and
Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door
with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and
situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without
encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
ii.
The entrance to
the toilet room is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 26
inches. Provide a door with a clear
opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of
the door and the opposite stop.
Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
iii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 23 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
iv.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
v.
There is
insufficient turning space within the toilet room. Provide an unobstructed turning space at
least 60 inches in diameter or a T-shaped space complying with Fig. 3(b). Standards '' 4.22.3, 4.2.3, Fig.
3.
vi.
The light
switch is inaccessible because it is mounted 57 inches above the finished
floor. Provide a light switch no
higher than 48 inches above the finished floor for a forward approach or 54
inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by
48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a
wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
vii.
No accessible
mirror has been provided. Provide a
mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
' 4.19.6.
viii.
The toilet seat
cover dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 67 inches above
the finished floor. Provide a seat
cover dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or
with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor
space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach,
respectively, by a person using a wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
ix.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because its clear floor space measures 23 inches by 30 inches. Provide a lavatory with clear floor
space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory. Standards ' 4.19.3, Fig. 32.
x.
The toilet is
inaccessible because its centerline measures 15 inches from the side wall. Provide a toilet with a centerline that
measures 18 inches from the near side wall. Standards ' 4.17.3, Fig. 30.
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xi.
The toilet is
inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side of the toilet. Provide a flush control mounted on the
"open" side of the toilet's clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the
finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or
provide an automatic flush device.
Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.17.2,
4.27.4.
xii.
There is no
rear grab bar provided. Provide a
rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end
no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the
finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig.
30(a).
xiii.
There is no
side grab bar. Provide a side grab
bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at
least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer end 12 inches or less from the
rear wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter
between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as the toilet paper dispenser. Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig.
30(a).
e.
Department of
Human Services. There are four
steps up to this area, making it inaccessible to persons using wheelchairs. Establish a procedure for providing
access to this area or install a ramp or platform lift in compliance with the
Standards. Any procedure shall not
require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to
traverse unnecessary or extreme distances.
Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8,
4.11.
2nd Floor
f.
Community
Development
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
ii.
The door is
inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 10 pounds. Provide a door that requires no more
than 5 pounds of force to open.
Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).
g.
Section 8
Office
i.
The ramp to the
office is inaccessible because it has a 14 degree slope as well as a cross slope
of 10 degrees. Provide a ramp that
is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 4.76 degrees (or steeper
than 1:12) and a cross slope not exceeding 1.15 degrees (or steeper than 1:50);
with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top
and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the
drop off sides. Provide handrails
that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous
gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches
beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted
between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or
returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate
within their fittings. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8,
4.8.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
iii.
The door is
inaccessible because it has 7 inches of pull side clearance. On the pull side of the door, provide a
path of travel at least 48 inches wide for a side approach and at least 24
inches of clear maneuvering space adjacent to the latch side of the door. Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig.
25(c).
3rd Floor
h.
Women=s Toilet Room (stalls)
i.
The toilet room
contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with
disabilities. Provide accessible
directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at
inaccessible toilet rooms indicating the location of the nearest accessible
toilet room, and provide accessible signage with the International Symbol of
Accessibility at all accessible toilet rooms. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1,
4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.
i.
Division of
Housing, Home Advice Center
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
ii.
The door is
inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 8 pounds. Provide a door that requires no more
than 5 pounds of force to open.
Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).
j.
Division of
Housing, Conference Room
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 28 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
4th Floor
k.
Men=s Toilet Room
i.
The toilet room
contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with
disabilities. Provide accessible
directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at
inaccessible toilet rooms indicating the location of the nearest accessible
toilet room, and provide accessible signage with the International Symbol of
Accessibility at all accessible toilet rooms. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1,
4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.
l.
Division of
Housing, Office - 4th Floor
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
m.
Division of
Housing, Room 409
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
n.
Division of
Housing, Room 408
i.
The hallway
leading to Paterson Pride is inaccessible because there are shelves that
protrude into the main walkway that would not be detectable to a blind person
using a cane. Provide an accessible
route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges
measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more
than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles. Free-standing objects mounted on posts
or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the
ground or finished floor. Standards
' 4.4.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
4.
Within 12
months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Animal Control, located at 41 Kyle
Road.
a.
Parking
i.
The parking lot
is inaccessible because there are no access aisles. At each standard accessible space,
provide an access aisle at least 60 inches wide. At each van accessible space, provide an
access aisles at least 96 inches wide.
Ensure that all access aisles are flat and level, with slopes and
cross-slopes not exceeding 1:50 in all directions, and that their surfaces are
firm, stable, and slip-resistant.
Standards '' 4.1.2(5), 4.6.3, Fig.
9.
ii.
The parking
reserved for persons with disabilities lacks required signage. At all spaces designated as reserved for
persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol
of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked
vehicles. At van accessible spaces,
provide an additional AVan-Accessible@ sign located below the International Symbol
of Accessibility. Standards
'' 4.6.4, 4.30.7(1).
b.
Entrance
i.
The ramp is
inaccessible because the slope measures between 9.4% and 9.9%, and there are no
handrails. Provide a ramp that is
at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not
exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches
long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2
inches high at the drop off sides.
Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous
gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches
beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted
between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or
returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate
within their fittings. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8,
4.8.
ii.
The door is
inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
5.
Within 12
months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to the Paterson Small Business Development Center,
located at 131 Ellison Street.
a.
Exterior
Entrance
i.
The
2nd entrance door in a series is inaccessible because there is a
: inch change in level at the threshold to the
door. Provide an accessible door
with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
ii.
The entrance
vestibule is 32 inches deep.
Provide an accessible entrance such that the space between any two doors
in series is at least 48 inches plus the width of any door swinging into the
space. Ensure that doors in series
swing either in the same direction or away from the space between the
doors. Standards ' 4.13.7, Fig. 26.
b.
Counter
i.
The service
counter is 42 inches high. Provide
a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least
36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide
an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to
the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
c.
Unisex toilet
room
i.
There is no
accessible sign provided. Provide a
toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and
Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door
with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and
situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without
encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
ii.
The doors to
the toilet room are inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide doors with hardware that is easy
to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or
twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
iii.
The route to
the toilet room is inaccessible because it is only 22 inches wide beside the
copier and facsimile machine.
Provide an accessible route with a minimum clear width of 36 inches,
except at doors, where the width may decrease to 32 inches. Standards '' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.
iv.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 61 inches above the
finished floor. Provide a paper
towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or
with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor
space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach,
respectively, by a person using a wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
v.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because it has twist-type faucets. Provide a lavatory with a faucet that
can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and
without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated,
push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable
designs). Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.
vi.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Standards ' 4.19.4.
vii.
The toilet is
inaccessible because the top of the seat is 15 2 inches above the finished floor. Provide a toilet with a seat that
measures 17 to 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards '' 4.16.3, Fig.
29(b).
viii.
The toilet is
inaccessible because its centerline measures 19 inches from the side wall. Provide a toilet with a centerline that
measures 18 inches from the near side wall. Standards ' 4.17.3, Fig. 30.
ix.
The toilet is
inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side of the toilet. Provide a flush control mounted on the
"open" side of the toilet's clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the
finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or
provide an automatic flush device.
Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.17.2,
4.27.4.
x.
There is no
rear grab bar provided. Provide a
rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end
no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the
finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig.
29.
xi.
There is no
side grab bar. Provide a side grab
bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at
least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer end 12 inches or less from the
rear wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter
between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as the toilet paper dispenser. Standards '' 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig.
29.
6.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, unless otherwise specifically
noted, the City will complete the following modifications to the City Hall,
located at 155 Market Street.
a.
Ramp at Ellison
Street Entrance. The ramp is
inaccessible because it has a slope between 15 and 16.5 degrees and a
cross-slope of 11.5 degrees, and the handrails do not have extensions at the top
or bottom. Provide a ramp that is
at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 4.76 degrees (or steeper than
1:12) and a cross slope not exceeding 1.15 degrees (or steeper than 1:50); with
level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and
bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop
off sides. Provide handrails that
are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous
gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches
beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted
between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or
returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate
within their fittings. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8, 4.8.
b.
Platform
Lift. The platform lift requires a
key to operate and cannot be operated independently. Provide a lift that can be operated
independently. '' 4.1.6(3)(g), 4.11,
4.27.
1st Floor
c.
Lobby
i.
The information
desk is 42 inches high. Provide a
desk on an accessible route such that a portion of the desk is at least 36
inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an
auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the
main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided
in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table
nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
d.
Division of
Revenue Collection
i.
The service
counter is 45 inches high. Provide
a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least
36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide
an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to
the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
e.
Internal Audit
Office
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 30 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is a 1 inch change in level at the threshold
to the door. Provide an accessible
door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
iii.
The route to
the inner office area is inaccessible because it is 18 inches wide. Provide an accessible route with a
minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may decrease
to 32 inches. Standards
'' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.
f.
Assessment of
Taxes Office
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than
2 inch at the threshold to the door. Provide an accessible door with a
threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
ii.
The route to
the records area is inaccessible because it is blocked by boxes. Provide an accessible route with a
minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may decrease
to 32 inches. Standards
'' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.
g.
Division of
Sewer
i.
The interior of
the entrance door, which is accessed through a front approach, is inaccessible
because it has only 11 inches of clearance. On the pull side of the door, provide
maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches
(24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the
door. Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig.
25(a).
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than
2 inch at the threshold to the door. Provide an accessible door with a
threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
iii.
The service
counter is 412 inches high. Provide a counter on an accessible route
such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than
36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a
maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide
equivalent facilitation.
Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf
attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made
available to the public, or other means.
Standards ' 7.2(2).
h.
Division of
Accounts and Control
i.
The interior of
the entrance door, which is accessed through a front approach, is inaccessible
because it has only 11 inches of clearance. On the pull side of the door, provide
maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches
(24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the
door. Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig.
25(a).
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than
2 inch at the threshold to the door. Provide an accessible door with a
threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
i.
Division of
Treasury. This office is currently
under construction. The City will
provide architectural plans and other relevant documents to the Department as
they become available for the Department=s approval.
2nd Floor
j.
Entrance
Route. The ramp is inaccessible
because it has a handrail on only one side. Provide a ramp that is at least 36
inches wide with a slope not exceeding 4.76 degrees (or steeper than 1:12) and a
cross slope not exceeding 1.15 degrees (or steeper than 1:50); with level
landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom
of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off
sides. Provide handrails that are
between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous
gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches
beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted
between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or
returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate
within their fittings. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8, 4.8.
k.
Office of the
Mayor
i.
The double
doors to the entrance are inaccessible because each leaf is 26 inches wide.
Provide a door at this location
that has at least one active leaf with a clear opening at least 32 inches wide
when measured from the face of the door to the middle edge of the other door
when one door is opened 90 degrees and that has hardware usable with one hand
and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist OR provide an
automatic door opener that opens both doors simultaneously. Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24,
25.
ii.
The service
counter is 44 inches high. Provide
a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least
36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide
an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to
the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
l.
Conference Room
for Business Administration
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled threshold greater than
2 inch high. Provide a door with a threshold no
greater than 3 inch, or between 3 inch and 2 inch and beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
ii.
The pull side
of the entrance door, which can be accessed through a front approach, is
inaccessible because it has only 6 inches of clearance on the latch side. On the pull side of the door, provide
maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches
(24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the
door. Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig.
25(a).
m.
Business
Administration.
i.
The service
counter is 44 inches high. Provide
a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least
36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide
an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to
the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
ii.
There is a
chair protruding into the route into the office. Provide an accessible route into the
office with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width
may decrease to 32 inches.
Standards '' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.
n.
Affirmative
Action Officer
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is a : inch change in level at the threshold to the
door. Provide an accessible door
with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
o.
Department of
Law
i.
The door is
inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 8 pounds. Provide a door that requires no more
than 5 pounds of force to open.
Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than
2 inch at the threshold to the door. Provide an accessible door with a
threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
iii.
The route to
the conference room is inaccessible because the entrance is only 28 inches
wide. Provide an accessible route
with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may
decrease to 32 inches. Standards
'' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.
iv.
The door to the
law conference room is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
p.
2nd
Floor Drinking Fountain. The
drinking fountain has a spout that is 42 inches above the finished floor. Provide a fountain that has a spout
height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground
surface to the spout outlet, and that otherwise complies with the
Standards. Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig.
27.
q.
2nd
Floor Single User Unisex Toilet Room
i.
The sign is
mounted low on the door. Provide a
toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and
Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door
with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and
situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without
encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
ii.
The entrance
door to the toilet room is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only
31 inches. Provide a door way with
a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the
face of the door and the opposite stop.
Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
iii.
The clear floor
space at the toilet is 30 inches wide.
Provide clear floor space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28. Standards ' 4.16.2, Fig. 28.
iv.
The toilet is
inaccessible because its centerline measures 17 inches from the side wall. Provide a toilet with a centerline that
measures 18 inches from the near side wall. Standards ' 4.17.3, Fig. 30.
v.
The toilet
paper dispenser is inaccessible because it is mounted 44 inches from the rear
wall. Provide a toilet paper
dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered
at least 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards ' 4.16.6, Fig.
29(b).
vi.
There is no
rear grab bar provided. Provide a
rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end
no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the
finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig.
29.
3rd Floor
r.
Council
Chambers
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is a 2 inch change in level at the threshold
to the door. Provide an accessible
door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
ii.
The route
within the council chambers is inaccessible because it is 27 inches wide. Provide an accessible route with a
minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may decrease
to 32 inches. Standards
'' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.
iii.
The room
containing 88 seats is inaccessible because no wheelchair locations are
provided. Provide 4 wheelchair
seating areas, each with a minimum clear ground or floor space of 66 inches wide
by 48 inches deep for forward or rear access, or 66 inches wide by 60 inches
deep for side access. Ensure that
the ground or floor at all wheelchair locations is level, firm, stable, and slip
resistant; that wheelchair seating areas are an integral part of the fixed
seating plan and are located so as to provide people with physical disabilities
a choice of lines of sight comparable to those available for members of the
general public; that wheelchair seating areas adjoin an accessible route that
also serves as a means of egress in case of emergency; and that at least one
fixed companion seat is provided next to each wheelchair seating area. Standards '' 4.1.3(19)(a), 4.5,
4.33.
iv.
The room is
inaccessible to people with hearing impairments because there is no assistive
listening system provided. Provide
a permanently installed assistive listening system (ALS) or a portable ALS with
an adequate number of electrical outlets or other supplementary wiring necessary
to support a portable assistive listening system. Also provide (*number: 4% of total seats
or a minimum of 2) receivers for use by the general public and signage
indicating their availability. 28
C.F.R. ' 35.160; Standards '' 4.30, 4.33.
v.
The council
member entrance is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
vi.
The council
member entrance is inaccessible because it has an unbeveled threshold greater
than 2 inch high. Provide a door with a threshold no
greater than 3 inch, or between 3 inch and 2 inch and beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
s.
Council=s President=s Office. The pull side of the entrance door,
which is accessed through a front approach, is inaccessible because it has only
has 2 inches of clearance on the latch side. On the pull side of the door, provide
maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches
(24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the
door. Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig.
25(a).
t.
Council
President Conference Room
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 29 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
u.
City Council
Office
i.
The double
doors to the entrance are inaccessible because each leaf is 25 inches wide. Provide a door at this location that has
at least one active leaf with a clear opening at least 32 inches wide when
measured from the face of the door to the middle edge of the other door when one
door is opened 90 degrees and that has hardware usable with one hand and without
tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist OR provide an automatic door
opener that opens both doors simultaneously. Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24,
25.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is a 13 inch change in level at the threshold to the
door. Provide an accessible door
with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
v.
Office of City
Clerk. The double doors to the
entrance are inaccessible because each leaf is 31 inches wide. Provide a door at this location that has
at least one active leaf with a clear opening at least 32 inches wide when
measured from the face of the door to the middle edge of the other door when one
door is opened 90 degrees and that has hardware usable with one hand and without
tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist OR provide an automatic door
opener that opens both doors simultaneously. Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24,
25.
w.
The office area
for Council Persons Ames, Garner and McKoy. The entrance door to this area is
inaccessible because it has an opening width of 28 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
x.
3rd
Floor Drinking Fountain. The
drinking fountain has a spout that is 42 inches above the finished floor. Provide a fountain that has a spout
height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground
surface to the spout outlet, and that otherwise complies with the
Standards. Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig.
27.
4th Floor
y.
Division of
Purchasing
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 28 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
ii.
The pull side
of the entrance door, which is accessed through a front approach, is
inaccessible because it has only 6 inches of clearance on the latch side. On the pull side of the door, provide
maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches
(24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the
door. Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig.
25(a).
iii.
There are two
steps up to this area, making it inaccessible to persons using wheelchairs. Establish a procedure for providing
access to this area or install a ramp or platform lift in compliance with the
Standards. Any procedure shall not
require lifting or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to
traverse unnecessary or extreme distances.
Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8,
4.11.
iv.
The door is
inaccessible because the pressure required to open it is 15 pounds. Provide a door that requires no more
than 5 pounds of force to open.
Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).
v.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
vi.
The service
counter is 45 inches high. Provide
a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least
36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide
an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to
the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
z.
Internal
Affairs
i.
The only route
to the office contains steps, making it inaccessible to persons using
wheelchairs. Within 3 months of the
effective date of this agreement, establish a procedure for providing access to
the programs and activities conducted in this area or install a ramp or platform
lift in compliance with the Standards.
Any procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility
impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances. Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8,
4.11.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 292 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
iii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
aa.
Conference
Room
i.
The double
doors to the entrance are inaccessible because each leaf is 27 inches wide and
has knob hardware. Provide a door
at this location that has at least one active leaf with a clear opening at least
32 inches wide when measured from the face of the door to the middle edge of the
other door when one door is opened 90 degrees and that has hardware usable with
one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist OR
provide an automatic door opener that opens both doors simultaneously. Where no automatic opener is provided,
door hardware may be lever-operated, push-type, or a U-shaped handle. Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24,
25.
ii.
The only route
to the conference room contains steps, making it inaccessible to persons using
wheelchairs. Within 3 months of the
effective date of this agreement, establish a procedure for providing access to
the programs and activities conducted in this area, or, install a ramp or
platform lift in compliance with the Standards. Any procedure shall not require lifting
or carrying persons with mobility impairments or require them to traverse
unnecessary or extreme distances.
Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8,
4.11.
bb.
3rd
and 4th Floor Toilet Rooms with Stalls. The toilet rooms contain a number of
inaccessible elements and are not accessible to people with disabilities. Provide accessible directional signage
with the International Symbol of Accessibility at inaccessible toilet rooms
indicating the location of the nearest accessible toilet room, and provide
accessible signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all
accessible toilet rooms. Standards
'' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1,
4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.
cc.
4th
Floor Drinking Fountain. The
drinking fountain has a spout that is 42 inches above the finished floor. Provide a fountain that has a spout
height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground
surface to the spout outlet, and that otherwise complies with the
Standards. Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig.
27.
dd.
East
Elevator
i.
The elevator is
inaccessible because it has neither audible nor visual hall indicators. Provide hall lanterns at each hoistway
entrance that emit a visible and audible signal indicating which car is
answering a call. Ensure that
audible signals sound once for the up direction and twice for the down direction
or have verbal annunciators that say Aup@ or Adown;@ and that visible signals are mounted so that
their centerline is at least 72 inches above the lobby floor, they are at least
22 inches in the smallest dimension, and they
are visible from the vicinity of the hall call button. Lanterns located in cars, visible from
the vicinity of hall call buttons, and conforming to the above requirements, are
acceptable. Standards ' 4.10.4, Fig. 20.
ii.
The elevator is
inaccessible because there are no accessible hoistway signs. Provide signage at hoistway entrances
with raised and Braille floor designations on both jambs such that the
centerline of the characters is 60 inches above the finished floor and the
characters are 2 inches high.
Standards ' 4.10.5, Fig. 20.
iii.
The elevator is
inaccessible because after notification that an elevator has arrived, the doors
start to close in 3 to 5 seconds.
Provide doors that open and close automatically with a reopening device
that will stop and reopen the car door and hoistway door automatically if the
door becomes obstructed by an object or person. Ensure that the device is capable of
completing these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing
through the opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches above the finished
floor; that door reopening devices remain effective for at least 20 seconds,
after which the doors may close; that the minimum time from notification that a
car is answering a call until the doors of that car start to close is 5 seconds;
and that the minimum time for elevator doors to remain fully open in response to
a car call is 3 seconds. Standards
'' 4.10.6, 4.10.7, 4.10.8, Figs. 20,
21.
iv.
The elevator is
inaccessible because the door opening is 272 inches wide. Provide a door opening that is at least
36 inches wide, and that floor surfaces are firm, stable, and
slip-resistant. Standards
'' 4.10.9, 4.10.10, Fig.
22.
v.
The elevator is
inaccessible because the car dimensions are 42 by 38 inches. Provide an elevator with a cab that is a
minimum of 51 inches deep from the back wall of the cab to the control panel and
54 inches deep from the back wall of the cab to the face of the door; that, if
the doors are centered on the wall, is at least 80 inches wide and, if the doors
are located to one side of the wall, is at least 68 inches wide. Standards '' 4.10.9, 4.10.10, Fig.
22.
vi.
The elevator is
inaccessible because the car control buttons lack Braille. Provide car control buttons that are at
least : inch in their smallest dimension and are
raised or flush and that are designated by Braille and by raised standard
alphabet characters for letters, arabic characters for numerals, or standard
symbols. Ensure that the call
button for the main entry floor is designated by a raised star at the left of
the floor designation; that all raised designations for control buttons are
placed immediately to the left of the buttons to which they apply; that floor
buttons are provided with visual indicators to show when each call is registered
and are extinguished when each call is answered; that all floor buttons are no
higher than 54 inches above the finished floor for a side approach and no more
than 48 inches above the finished floor for a front approach; and that emergency
controls, including the emergency alarm and emergency stop, are grouped at the
bottom of the panel and have their centerlines no less than 35 inches above the
finished floor. Standards
' 4.10.12, Fig. 23.
ee.
West
Elevator
i.
The elevator is
inaccessible because the hall call buttons are 52 inches high. Provide hall (lobby) call buttons with
visual signals indicating when each call is registered and when each call is
answered. Ensure that the call
buttons are centered at 42 inches above the finished floor, a minimum of
: inch in the smallest dimension, with the
button designating the up direction on top; that the call buttons are raised or
flush; and that objects mounted beneath hall call buttons do not project into
the elevator lobby more than 4 inches.
Standards ' 4.10.3, Fig. 20.
ii.
The elevator is
inaccessible because it has neither audible nor visual hall indicators. Provide hall lanterns at each hoistway
entrance that emit a visible and audible signal indicating which car is
answering a call. Ensure that
audible signals sound once for the up direction and twice for the down direction
or have verbal annunciators that say Aup@ or Adown;@ and that visible signals are mounted so that
their centerline is at least 72 inches above the lobby floor, they are at least
22 inches in the smallest dimension, and they
are visible from the vicinity of the hall call button. Lanterns located in cars, visible from
the vicinity of hall call buttons, and conforming to the above requirements, are
acceptable. Standards ' 4.10.4, Fig. 20.
iii.
The elevator is
inaccessible because there are no accessible hoistway signs. Provide signage at hoistway entrances
with raised and Braille floor designations on both jambs such that the
centerline of the characters is 60 inches above the finished floor and the
characters are 2 inches high.
Standards ' 4.10.5, Fig. 20.
iv.
The elevator is
inaccessible because after notification that an elevator has arrived the doors
start to close in 3 to 5 seconds.
Provide doors that open and close automatically with a reopening device
that will stop and reopen the car door and hoistway door automatically if the
door becomes obstructed by an object or person. Ensure that the device is capable of
completing these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing
through the opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches above the finished
floor; that door reopening devices remain effective for at least 20 seconds,
after which the doors may close; that the minimum time from notification that a
car is answering a call until the doors of that car start to close is 5 seconds;
and that the minimum time for elevator doors to remain fully open in response to
a car call is 3 seconds. Standards
'' 4.10.6, 4.10.7, 4.10.8, Figs. 20,
21.
v.
The elevator is
inaccessible because the door opening is 272 inches wide. Provide a door opening that is at least
36 inches wide, and that floor surfaces are firm, stable, and
slip-resistant. Standards
'' 4.10.9, 4.10.10, Fig.
22.
vi.
The elevator is
inaccessible because the car dimensions are 42 by 38. Provide an elevator with a cab that is a
minimum of 51 inches deep from the back wall of the cab to the control panel and
54 inches deep from the back wall of the cab to the face of the door; that, if
the doors are centered on the wall, is at least 80 inches wide and, if the doors
are located to one side of the wall, is at least 68 inches wide. Standards '' 4.10.9, 4.10.10, Fig.
22.
vii.
The elevator is
inaccessible because the car control buttons lack Braille. Provide car control buttons that are at
least : inch in their smallest dimension and are
raised or flush and that are designated by Braille and by raised standard
alphabet characters for letters, arabic characters for numerals, or standard
symbols. Ensure that the call
button for the main entry floor is designated by a raised star at the left of
the floor designation; that all raised designations for control buttons are
placed immediately to the left of the buttons to which they apply; that floor
buttons are provided with visual indicators to show when each call is registered
and are extinguished when each call is answered; that all floor buttons are no
higher than 54 inches above the finished floor for a side approach and no more
than 48 inches above the finished floor for a front approach; and that emergency
controls, including the emergency alarm and emergency stop, are grouped at the
bottom of the panel and have their centerlines no less than 35 inches above the
finished floor. Standards
' 4.10.12, Fig. 23.
viii.
The elevator is
inaccessible because there is no audible indicator when the car passes or stops
on a floor. Provide car position
indicators that emit an audible and visual signal as the car passes or stops at
a floor served by the elevator.
Standards ' 4.10.13.
7.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to the Health Center, located at 176
Broadway.
a.
Rear Parking
Lot. Although the parking lot has a
total of 56 parking spaces, none are designated as van accessible. On the shortest accessible route to the
accessible entrance, provide 1 van accessible space a minimum of 96 inches wide,
served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide, with vertical signs with the
International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be
obstructed by parked vehicles, and with an additional AVan-Accessible@ sign located below the International Symbol
of Accessibility. Standards
'' 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6,
4.30.7(1).
b.
Ramp. The ramp is inaccessible because it has
a slope of 5.5 degree, and the handrails do not have extensions at the top and
bottom of the ramp. Provide a ramp
that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 4.76 degrees (or
steeper than 1:12) and a cross slope not exceeding 1.15 degrees (or steeper than
1:50); with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at
the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high
at the drop off sides. Provide
handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous
gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches
beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted
between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or
returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate
within their fittings. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8, 4.8.
c.
Elevator at
Main Entrance
i.
The elevator is
inaccessible because it lacks audible hall indicators. Provide hall lanterns at each hoistway
entrance that emit a visible and audible signal indicating which car is
answering a call. Ensure that
audible signals sound once for the up direction and twice for the down direction
or have verbal annunciators that say Aup@ or Adown;@ and that visible signals are mounted so that
their centerline is at least 72 inches above the lobby floor, they are at least
22 inches in the smallest dimension, and they
are visible from the vicinity of the hall call button. Lanterns located in cars, visible from
the vicinity of hall call buttons, and conforming to the above requirements, are
acceptable. Standards ' 4.10.4, Fig. 20.
ii.
The elevator is
inaccessible because it lacks hoistway signage on both jambs. Provide signage at hoistway entrances
with raised and Braille floor designations on both jambs such that the
centerline of the characters is 60 inches above the finished floor and the
characters are 2 inches high.
Standards ' 4.10.5, Fig. 20.
iii.
The elevator is
inaccessible because the car control buttons lack Braille. Provide car control buttons that are at
least : inch in their smallest dimension and are
raised or flush and that are designated by Braille and by raised standard
alphabet characters for letters, arabic characters for numerals, or standard
symbols. Standards ' 4.10.12, Fig. 23.
iv.
The elevator is
inaccessible because there is no audible position indicator inside the cab. Provide car position indicators that
emit an audible and visual signal as the car passes or stops at a floor served
by the elevator. Standards
' 4.10.13.
1st Floor
d.
Telephone. The public telephone is inaccessible
because there is no volume control. Provide an accessible telephone with a clear
floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches that allows either a forward or
parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair such that bases, enclosures,
and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the telephone; with the highest
operable part of the telephone mounted no more than 48 inches above the floor
for a front approach or no more than 54 inches above the floor for a side
approach; that is hearing aid compatible and has a volume control mechanism;
with telephone books, if provided, located between 15 and 48 inches above the
finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and 54 inches above the
finished floor for a side approach; with a cord of at least 29 inches long from
the telephone to the handset; and with signage that complies with the
Standards. Standards '' 4.31, 4.30.7(2).
e.
1st Floor Drinking
Fountain
i.
The drinking
fountain has a spout that is 42 inches above the finished floor. Provide a fountain that has a spout
height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground
surface to the spout outlet, and that otherwise complies with the
Standards. Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig.
27.
ii.
The
wall-mounted drinking fountain is inaccessible because it lacks knee
clearance. Provide a drinking
fountain with clear knee space between the bottom of the apron and the finished
floor or ground of at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide, and 17 to 19 inches
deep; and a minimum clear floor space of 30 inches by 48 inches to allow a
person in a wheelchair to approach the unit facing forward. Standards ' 4.15.5(1), Figs. 27(a),
(b).
f.
Unisex Single
User Toilet Room
i.
The sign is
mounted on the door and does not have raised lettering or Braille. Provide a toilet room sign with the
International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted
on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the
sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can
approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or
standing within a door swing.
Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
ii.
The door to the
toilet room is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
iii.
Although the
facility contains an emergency alarm system, there is no visual alarm in the
toilet room. Provide visual alarm
devices in toilet rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms),
hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use. Such devices shall be integrated into
the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for
lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate. Visual alarm appliances shall be placed
80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the
ceiling, whichever is lower. Visual
alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space,
including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm
appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal. In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100
feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may
be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of
suspending appliances from the ceiling.
Standards ' 4.28.3.
iv.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 51 inches high over
the sink. Provide a paper towel
dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with
Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of
30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a
person using a wheelchair.
Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
v.
The toilet is
inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side. Provide a flush control mounted on the
Aopen@ side of the toilet=s clear floor space; 44 inches or less above
the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or
provide an automatic flush device.
Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.27.4.
vi.
There is no
rear grab bar provided. Provide a
rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end
no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the
finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig.
30(a).
2nd Floor
g.
Drinking
Fountain 2nd Floor. The
drinking fountain has a spout that is 42 inches above the finished floor, and it
lacks knee clearance. Provide a
drinking fountain with a spout height no higher than 36 inches, measured from
the finished floor or ground surface to the spout outlet; and a spout located at
the front of the unit that directs the water flow in a trajectory that is nearly
parallel to the front of the unit and is positioned so the flow of water is
within 3 inches of the front edge of the fountain and at least 4 inches
high. Ensure that fountain controls
are operable with one hand, require 5 pounds or less to operate without tight
grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; and are front mounted or side
mounted near the front edge. For
each accessible drinking fountain, provide a drinking fountain that is
accessible to people who have difficulty bending or stooping. This can be accommodated by the use of a
Ahi-lo@ fountain; by providing one fountain
accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain at a standard height
convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by providing a fountain
accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup dispenser; or by such other
means as would achieve the required accessibility for each group of people. Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig.
27.
h.
Men=s Toilet Room
i.
The toilet room
contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with
disabilities. Provide accessible
directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at
inaccessible toilet rooms indicating the location of the nearest accessible
toilet room, and provide accessible signage with the International Symbol of
Accessibility at all accessible toilet rooms. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1,
4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.
i.
Women=s Toilet Room
i.
The toilet room
contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with
disabilities. Provide accessible
directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at
inaccessible toilet rooms indicating the location of the nearest accessible
toilet room, and provide accessible signage with the International Symbol of
Accessibility at all accessible toilet rooms. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1,
4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.
Lower Level
j.
Lower Level
Conference Room. The double
entrance doors are inaccessible because each leaf is 28 inches wide and knob
hardware is used. Provide a door at
this location that has at least one active leaf with a clear opening at least 32
inches wide when measured from the face of the door to the middle edge of the
other door when one door is opened 90 degrees and that has hardware usable with
one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist OR
provide an automatic door opener that opens both doors simultaneously. Where no automatic opener is provided,
door hardware may be lever-operated, push-type, or a U-shaped handle. Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24,
25.
k.
Drinking
Fountain on Lower Level. The route
passing the drinking fountain is inaccessible because the drinking fountain
protrudes 17 inches into the accessible route and would not be detectable to a
blind person using a cane. Provide
an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom
leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor
protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or
aisles. Free-standing objects
mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80
inches above the ground or finished floor.
Standards ' 4.4.
8.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Eastside Park, located at Martin Luther King Jr. Way
and McLean Boulevard.
a.
Accessible
Route
i.
The route to
the gazebo is inaccessible because it is not firm, stable and slip resistant and
the gazebo can only be accessed by stairs.
Provide at least one accessible route into the gazebo that, to the
maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public. The accessible route must have a minimum
clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a
turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at
least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear
headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant;
have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level
changes in excess of 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of
less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a
cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).
Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
ii.
There is no
accessible route through the playground or to the yellow play structure. Provide at least one accessible route to
each playground structure that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with
the route for the general public.
The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a
minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less
than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at
least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface
that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp,
ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of
less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a
cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).
Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
iii.
The route to
the skating rink is inaccessible because there is a 1 inch high break in the
concrete. Provide at least one
accessible route to the skating rink that, to the maximum extent feasible,
coincides with the route for the general public. The accessible route must have a minimum
clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a
turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at
least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear
headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant;
have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level
changes in excess of 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of
less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a
cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%). Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
b.
Portable
Toilets. The portable toilets
contain a number of inaccessible elements and are not accessible to people with
disabilities. Within 3 months of
the effective date of this agreement provide an accessible portable toilet such
that all of its elements, including signage, door, door hardware, clear floor
space, water closet, grab bars, controls, and dispensers, comply with the
Standards. Standards '' 4.13, 4.16, 4.18, 4.26, 4.27, 4.30,
Figs. 28, 29.
9.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to the Paterson Library, located at 250
Broadway.
a.
Parking. The parking reserved for persons with
disabilities lacks appropriate signage.
At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities,
provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located
such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles. At van accessible spaces, provide an
additional AVan-Accessible@ sign located below the International Symbol
of Accessibility. Standards
'' 4.6.4, 4.30.7(1).
b.
Accessible
Entrance (Elevator)
i.
The building is
inaccessible because there is no International Symbol of Accessibility posted at
the accessible entrance or directional signage at the inaccessible
entrance. Provide accessible
directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at
inaccessible entrances directing users to the accessible entrance, and provide
accessible signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all
permanent accessible entrances.
Standards '' 4.1.3(8)(d), 4.13,
4.30.
ii.
The elevator
requires a key to enter at all times.
Provide a call button within accessible reach ranges at the elevator and
ensure that the elevator door will be unlocked promptly when the call button is
used. Standards ' 4.1.3(8).
iii.
The elevator is
inaccessible because the highest call button is mounted 49 inches above the
finished floor. Provide hall
(lobby) call buttons with visual signals indicating when each call is registered
and when each call is answered.
Ensure that the call buttons are centered at 42 inches above the finished
floor, a minimum of : inch in the smallest dimension, with the
button designating the up direction on top; that the call buttons are raised or
flush; and that objects mounted beneath hall call buttons do not project into
the elevator lobby more than 4 inches.
Standards ' 4.10.3, Fig. 20.
1st Floor
c.
Men=s Toilet Room
i.
The sign is
mounted above the door and has no raised characters or Braille. Provide a toilet room sign with the
International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted
on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the
sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can
approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or
standing within a door swing.
Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
iii.
Although the
facility contains an emergency alarm system, the alarm system is inaccessible
because the toilet room lacks a visual alarm. Provide visual alarm devices in toilet
rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways,
lobbies, and any other area for common use. Such devices shall be integrated into
the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for
lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate. Visual alarm appliances shall be placed
80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the
ceiling, whichever is lower. Visual
alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space,
including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm
appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal. In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100
feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may
be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of
suspending appliances from the ceiling.
Standards ' 4.28.3.
iv.
No accessible
mirror has been provided. Provide a
mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
' 4.19.6.
v.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 632 inches above the finished floor. Provide a soap dispenser such that the
controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach
and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that
allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a
wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
vi.
The paper towel
dispenser and hand dryer protrude into the main walkway and would not be
detectable to a blind person using a cane.
Provide an accessible route at these locations such that no objects with
their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the
finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors,
passageways, or aisles.
Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches
maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor. Standards ' 4.4.
vii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because adequate knee and toe clearance are not provided. Provide a lavatory with the top of its
rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of
the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe
clearances that comply with Fig. 31.
Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.
viii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Standards ' 4.19.4.
ix.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because it has twist-type faucets. Provide a lavatory with a faucet that
can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and
without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated,
push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable
designs). Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.
x.
The toilet is
inaccessible because the toilet centerline measures 16 inches from the near side
wall, the toilet seat is 16 inches high, and the flush control is on the closed
side. Provide a toilet with a
centerline that is 18 inches from the near side wall; a seat that is between17
and 19 inches above the finished floor; clear floor space at the toilet that
complies with Fig. 28; and a flush control mounted on the Aopen@ side of the toilet=s clear floor space. Standards '' 4.16.2, 4.16.3, 4.16.5, Figs. 28,
29.
xi.
The toilet
paper dispenser is inaccessible because it is mounted on the wall facing the
toilet. Provide a toilet paper
dispenser that is mounted with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar and 36 inches
or less from the rear wall and is centered at least 19 inches above the finished
floor. Standards ' 4.17.3, Fig.
30(d).
xii.
The door to the
toilet is inaccessible because the door hardware requires twisting. Provide a door with a clear opening at
least 32 inches wide when measured from the face of the door to the opposite
stop when the door is opened 90 degrees and with hardware usable with one hand
and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped
handles are acceptable designs.
Standards '' 4.13.5, 4.13.9.
xiii.
There is no
rear grab bar provided at the toilet.
Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length,
with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36
inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig.
30(a).
d.
Women=s Toilet Room
i.
The sign is
mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Braille Provide a toilet room sign with the
International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted
on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the
sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can
approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or
standing within a door swing.
Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 31 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
iii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 10
pounds. Provide a door that
requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open. Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).
iv.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
v.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it provides no maneuvering clearance on the pull
side. On the pull side of the door,
provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of
18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of
the door. Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig.
25(a).
vi.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than
2 inch at the threshold to the door. Provide an accessible door with a
threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
vii.
Although the
facility contains an emergency alarm system, the alarm system is inaccessible
because the toilet room lacks a visual alarm. Provide visual alarm devices in toilet
rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways,
lobbies, and any other area for common use. Such devices shall be integrated into
the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for
lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate. Visual alarm appliances shall be placed
80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the
ceiling, whichever is lower. Visual
alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space,
including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm
appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal. In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100
feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may
be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of
suspending appliances from the ceiling.
Standards ' 4.28.3.
viii.
No accessible
mirror has been provided. Provide a
mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
' 4.19.6.
ix.
The soap
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted at 513 inches over an obstruction. Provide a soap dispenser such that the
controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach
and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that
allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a
wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
x.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 67 inches above the
finished floor and 24 inches over the lavatory. Provide a paper towel dispenser such
that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a
side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48
inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person
using a wheelchair. Standards
'' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
xi.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because adequate knee and toe clearance are not provided. Provide a lavatory with the top of its
rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of
the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe
clearances that comply with Fig. 31.
Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.
xii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Standards ' 4.19.4.
xiii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because it has twist-type faucets. Provide a lavatory with a faucet that
can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and
without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated,
push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable
designs). Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.
xiv.
The toilet in
the designated accessible stall is inaccessible because its centerline measures
16 inches from the side wall.
Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near
side wall. Standards ' 4.16.2, Fig. 28.
xv.
The door to the
toilet is inaccessible because the door hardware requires twisting. Provide a door with a clear opening at
least 32 inches wide when measured from the face of the door to the opposite
stop when the door is opened 90 degrees and with hardware usable with one hand
and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped
handles are acceptable designs.
Standards '' 4.13.5, 4.13.9.
xvi.
The toilet
paper dispenser is inaccessible because it is mounted on the wall facing the
toilet. Provide a toilet paper
dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered
at least 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards '' 4.16.6, Fig.
29(b).
xvii.
There is no
rear grab bar provided. Provide a
rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end
no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the
finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig.
30(a).
e.
Children=s Computer Room. The children=s computers are inaccessible because the
table lacks knee clearance. Provide
a computer on a table or counter that has clear floor space that is 30 inches
wide and 48 inches deep, knee clearance at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide,
and 19 inches deep, and a writing surface between 28 and 34 inches above the
finished floor. Standards
'' 4.2.4.1, 4.32.
2nd (Main)
Floor
f.
2nd
Floor Drinking Fountain. The
drinking fountain has a spout that is 43 inches above the finished floor and the
controls require 11 pounds of pressure to operate. Provide a drinking fountain with a spout
height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground
surface to the spout outlet; and a spout located at the front of the unit that
directs the water flow in a trajectory that is nearly parallel to the front of
the unit and is positioned so the flow of water is within 3 inches of the front
edge of the fountain and at least 4 inches high. Ensure that fountain controls are
operable with one hand, require 5 pounds or less to operate without tight
grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; and are front mounted or side
mounted near the front edge. For
each accessible drinking fountain, provide a drinking fountain that is
accessible to people who have difficulty bending or stooping. This can be accommodated by the use of a
Ahi-lo@ fountain; by providing one fountain
accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain at a standard height
convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by providing a fountain
accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup dispenser; or by such other
means as would achieve the required accessibility for each group of people. Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig.
27.
g.
Telephone. The telephone is inaccessible because it
is mounted with the highest operable part more than 54 inches above the finished
floor. Provide an accessible
telephone with a clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches that
allows either a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair such
that bases, enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the
telephone; with the highest operable part of the telephone mounted no more than
48 inches above the floor for a front approach or no more than 54 inches above
the floor for a side approach; that is hearing aid compatible and has a volume
control mechanism; with telephone books, if provided, located between 15 and 48
inches above the finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and 54 inches
above the finished floor for a side approach; with a cord of at least 29 inches
long from the telephone to the handset; and with signage that complies with the
Standards. Standards '' 4.31, 4.30.7(2).
h.
Stacks. The stacks in the rear of the main floor
are inaccessible because the space between stacks is 30 inches wide. Provide at least 36 inches of clear
width between all stacks and provide a clear width of 42 inches between stacks
where possible. Standards
' 8.5, Fig. 56.
i.
Computer
Clubhouse. The computer desks are
26 inches high measured to the bottom of the apron. Provide a computer on a table or counter
that has clear floor space that is 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep, knee
clearance at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide, and 19 inches deep, and a
writing surface between 28 and 34 inches above the finished floor. Standards '' 4.2.4.1, 4.32.
3rd
Floor
j.
3rd
Floor Assembly Room. The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
k.
Dictionary
Table. The dictionary is on a table
with the top surface 40 inches above the finished floor. Provide a dictionary on an accessible
table on an accessible route at least 36 inches wide. Ensure that the table has clear floor
space of 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep, knee clearance of at least 27 inches
above the finished floor by 30 inches wide by 19 inches deep, and a writing
surface between 28 and 34 inches above the finished floor. Standards '' 8.2, 4.2.4.1,
4.32.
l.
Microfilm
Stand. The table apron is 26 inches
above the finished floor. Provide
microfilm on an accessible table on an accessible route at least 36 inches
wide. Ensure that the table has
clear floor space of 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep, knee clearance of at
least 27 inches above the finished floor by 30 inches wide by 19 inches deep,
and a writing surface between 28 and 34 inches above the finished floor. Standards '' 8.2, 4.2.4.1,
4.32.
m.
Assembly Room
Single User Unisex Toilet Room.
There is no signage directing people with disabilities to the designated
accessible toilet rooms on the 1st floor. Provide accessible directional signage
with the International Symbol of Accessibility at inaccessible toilet rooms
indicating the location of the nearest accessible toilet room, and provide
accessible signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all
accessible toilet rooms. Standards
'' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1,
4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.
10.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to the Lou Costello Park and Public Pool, located on
Grant Street.
a.
Parking. Although the parking lot has a total of
30 parking spaces, no accessible spaces are provided. On the shortest accessible route to the
accessible entrance, provide at least 1 van accessible space and 1 standard
space designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Ensure that standard accessible spaces
are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 60 inches
wide. Ensure that van accessible
spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96
inches wide. At all spaces
designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs
with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be
obstructed by parked vehicles. At
van accessible spaces, provide an additional AVan-Accessible@ sign located below the International Symbol
of Accessibility. Ensure that all
spaces and access aisles for persons with disabilities are flat and level, with
slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 1:50 in all directions, and that their
surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant. Standards '' 4.1.2(5), 4.6,
4.30.7(1).
b.
Ramp to Pool
Area. The ramp is inaccessible
because it has no handrails and no edge protection. Provide a ramp that is at least 36
inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding
1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the
top and bottom of the ramp; with level landings measuring at least 60 inches by
60 inches when the ramp changes direction; and edge protection that is at least
2 inches high at the drop off sides.
Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter such that the inside
handrail is continuous and both handrails have a continuous gripping surface
along both sides of the ramp extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and
bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface; the handrails do not rotate
within their fittings; and both handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38
inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the
floor, wall, or post. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8, 4.8.
c.
Drinking
Fountain by Pool. The drinking
fountain protrudes into the main walkway and would not be detectable to a blind
person using a cane. Provide an
accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading
edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor
protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or
aisles. Free-standing objects
mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80
inches above the ground or finished floor.
Standards ' 4.4.
11.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to the Municipal Courts, located at the Frank X. Graves,
Jr., Public Safety Complex at 111 Broadway.
a.
Accessible
Route
i.
The route from
the parking to the entrance ramp is inaccessible because the sidewalk contains
breaks. Provide at least one
accessible route into the facility that, to the maximum extent feasible,
coincides with the route for the general public. The accessible route must have a minimum
clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a
turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at
least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear
headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant;
have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level
changes in excess of 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of
less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a
cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).
Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
ii.
The ramp from
the parking to the upper ramp is inaccessible because it has a slope of 5.5
degrees to 6.5 degrees, a cross slope of 1.5 degrees, and breaks in the
concrete, and the handrails do not extend the entire length of the ramp. Provide a ramp that is at least 36
inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding
1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the
top and bottom of the ramp; with level landings measuring at least 60 inches by
60 inches when the ramp changes direction; and edge protection that is at least
2 inches high at the drop off sides.
Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter such that the inside
handrail is continuous and both handrails have a continuous gripping surface
along both sides of the ramp extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and
bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface; the handrails do not rotate
within their fittings; and both handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38
inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the
floor, wall, or post. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8, 4.8.
iii.
The ramp from
the lower ramp to the entrance is inaccessible because it has a slope of 7.5
degrees at the bottom, breaks in the concrete, and no handrail extensions at the
top. Provide a ramp that is at
least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not
exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches
long at the top and bottom of the ramp; with level landings measuring at least
60 inches by 60 inches when the ramp changes direction; and edge protection that
is at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides. Provide handrails that are between
13 inches and 12 inches in diameter such that the inside
handrail is continuous and both handrails have a continuous gripping surface
along both sides of the ramp extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and
bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface; the handrails do not rotate
within their fittings; and both handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38
inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the
floor, wall, or post. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8, 4.8.
b.
Exterior Public
Telephones
i.
The highest
operable part of the telephones is 56 inches above the ground. Provide an accessible telephone with a
clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches that allows either a
forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair such that bases,
enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the telephone; with the
highest operable part of the telephone mounted no more than 48 inches above the
floor for a front approach or no more than 54 inches above the floor for a side
approach; that is hearing aid compatible and has a volume control mechanism;
with telephone books, if provided, located between 15 and 48 inches above the
finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and 54 inches above the
finished floor for a side approach; with a cord of at least 29 inches long from
the telephone to the handset; and with signage that complies with the
Standards. Standards '' 4.31, 4.30.7(2).
ii.
The telephones
protrude into the main walkway and would not be detectable to a blind person
using a cane. Provide an accessible
route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges
measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more
than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles. Free-standing objects mounted on posts
or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the
ground or finished floor. Standards
' 4.4.
c.
Entrance. The building is inaccessible because it
lacks signage indicating that the Aexit@ door is to be used as the accessible
entrance. Provide accessible
directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at
inaccessible entrances directing users to the accessible entrance, and provide
accessible signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all
permanent accessible entrances.
Standards '' 4.1.3(8)(d), 4.13,
4.30.
d.
2nd
Floor, Parking and Moving. The
service counter is 44 inches high.
Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the
counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished
floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in
close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
e.
Clerk. The registration window is inaccessible
because it is mounted 552 inches above the finished floor. Provide a counter on an accessible route
such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than
36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a
maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide
equivalent facilitation.
Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf
attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made
available to the public, or other means.
Standards '' 7.2(2), 4.3.
f.
Courtroom
1
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 28 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
ii.
The room
containing seating for at least 100 people is inaccessible because no wheelchair
locations are provided. Provide at
least 4 wheelchair seating areas, each with a minimum clear ground or floor
space of 66 inches wide by 48 inches deep for forward or rear access, or 66
inches wide by 60 inches deep for side access. Ensure that the ground or floor at all
wheelchair locations is level, firm, stable, and slip resistant; that wheelchair
seating areas are an integral part of the fixed seating plan and are located so
as to provide people with physical disabilities a choice of lines of sight
comparable to those available for members of the general public; that wheelchair
seating areas adjoin an accessible route that also serves as a means of egress
in case of emergency; and that at least one fixed companion seat is provided
next to each wheelchair seating area.
Standards '' 4.1.3(19)(a), 4.5,
4.33.
g.
Telephone Near
Courtroom #1. The telephone is
inaccessible because it lacks volume control. Provide an accessible telephone with a
clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches that allows either a
forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair such that bases,
enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the telephone; with the
highest operable part of the telephone mounted no more than 48 inches above the
floor for a front approach or no more than 54 inches above the floor for a side
approach; that is hearing aid compatible and has a volume control mechanism;
with telephone books, if provided, located between 15 and 48 inches above the
finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and 54 inches above the
finished floor for a side approach; with a cord of at least 29 inches long from
the telephone to the handset; and with signage that complies with the
Standards. Standards '' 4.31, 4.30.7(2).
h.
Courtroom
2. The room containing seating for
at least 100 people is inaccessible because no wheelchair locations are
provided. Provide at least 4
wheelchair seating areas, each with a minimum clear ground or floor space of 66
inches wide by 48 inches deep for forward or rear access, or 66 inches wide by
60 inches deep for side access.
Ensure that the ground or floor at all wheelchair locations is level,
firm, stable, and slip resistant; that wheelchair seating areas are an integral
part of the fixed seating plan and are located so as to provide people with
physical disabilities a choice of lines of sight comparable to those available
for members of the general public; that wheelchair seating areas adjoin an
accessible route that also serves as a means of egress in case of emergency; and
that at least one fixed companion seat is provided next to each wheelchair
seating area. Standards
'' 4.1.3(19)(a), 4.5,
4.33.
i.
Violations
Bureau. The service counter is 42
inches high. Provide a counter on
an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches
wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an
auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the
main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
j.
Women=s Toilet Room
i.
The sign is on
the door and has no raised characters or Braille. Provide a toilet room sign with the
International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted
on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the
sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can
approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or
standing within a door swing.
Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 29 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
iii.
The entrance
door, which is accessed from the latch side of the door, is inaccessible because
it lacks the required push side clearance.
On the push side of the door, provide a clear path of travel for a side
approach at least 42 inches wide and at least 24 inches of clear maneuvering
space adjacent to the latch side of the door. Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig.
25c).
iv.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
v.
No accessible
mirror has been provided. Provide a
mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
' 4.19.6.
vi.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 58 inches above the
finished floor. Provide a paper
towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or
with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor
space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach,
respectively, by a person using a wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
vii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because adequate knee and toe clearance are not provided. Provide a lavatory with the top of its
rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of
the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe
clearances that comply with Fig. 31.
Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.
viii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because it has twist type hardware. Provide a lavatory with a faucet that
can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and
without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated,
push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable
designs). Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.
ix.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Standards ' 4.19.4.
x.
The toilet
paper dispenser is mounted above the grab bar. Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is
mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered
at least 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards '' 4.16.6, Fig.
29(b).
xi.
There is no
rear grab bar provided. Provide a
rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end
no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the
finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig.
30(a).
k.
Men=s Toilet Room
i.
The sign is on
the door and has no raised characters or Braille. Provide a toilet room sign with the
International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted
on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the
sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can
approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or
standing within a door swing.
Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
iii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 29 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
iv.
No accessible
mirror has been provided. Provide a
mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
' 4.19.6.
v.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 59 inches above the
finished floor. Provide a paper
towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or
with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor
space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach,
respectively, by a person using a wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
vi.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because it has twist type hardware. Provide a lavatory with a faucet that
can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and
without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated,
push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable
designs). Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.
vii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Standards ' 4.19.4.
viii.
The toilet
paper is mounted above the grab bar.
Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its
top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered
at least 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards '' 4.16.6, Fig.
29(b).
ix.
There is no
rear grab bar provided. Provide a
rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end
no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the
finished floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig.
30(a).
x.
The toilet is
inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side. Provide a flush control mounted on the
Aopen@ side of the toilet=s clear floor space; 44 inches or less above
the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or
provide an automatic flush device.
Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.27.4.
Jail/Holding Area at Municipal
Complex
l.
Cell Block
Area
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 302 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
ii.
The door to the
fingerprint area is inaccessible because it has an opening width of
252 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
iii.
The door to the
cellblock is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 232 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
m.
Elevator. The elevator is inaccessible because,
although emergency communications are provided, they do not work without voice
communication. Provide a two-way
communication system such that it does not require voice communication, the
highest operable part is a maximum of 48 inches above the finished floor of the
car, and it is identified by a raised symbol and lettering located adjacent to
the device. If the system uses a
handset, ensure that the length of the cord from the panel to the handset is at
least 29 inches. If the system is
located in a closed compartment, ensure that the compartment door hardware
operates without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist. Standards ' 4.10.14.
n.
Domestic
Violence Response Team
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 29 inches. Provide a designated accessible entrance
with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured
between the face of the door and the opposite stop. Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
Safety Complex
o.
Main
Entrance. The service counter is 51
inches high. Provide a counter on
an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches
wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an
auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the
main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
p.
Records. The service counter is 42 inches
high. Provide a counter on an
accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide
and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary
counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main
counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
q.
Personnel
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 282 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
ii.
The service
counter is 42 inches high. Provide
a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least
36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide
an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to
the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
iii.
The alternate
entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 1 inch change in level at the
threshold to the door. Provide an
accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
r.
Criminal
Investigators Bureau
i.
The door is
inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 14 pounds. Provide a door that requires no more
than 5 pounds of force to open.
Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
iii.
The service
counter is 52 inches high. Provide
a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least
36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide
an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to
the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
s.
Division of
Community Improvement
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 28 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 11
pounds. Provide a door that
requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open. Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).
iii.
The service
counter is 432 inches high. Provide a counter on an accessible route
such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than
36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a
maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide
equivalent facilitation.
Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf
attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made
available to the public, or other means.
Standards ' 7.2(2).
t.
Department of
Public Works
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 11
pounds. Provide a door that
requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open. Standards ' 4.13.11(2)(b).
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
u.
Domestic
Violence
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of 292 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
ii.
Trash cans
narrow the path of travel through the office to less than 32 inches. Provide an accessible route through the
office with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width
may decrease to 32 inches.
Standards '' 4.3.3, 4.13.5.
v.
Interior
Telephone. There is no volume
control provided. Provide an
accessible telephone with a clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches
that allows either a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair
such that bases, enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the
telephone; with the highest operable part of the telephone mounted no more than
48 inches above the floor for a front approach or no more than 54 inches above
the floor for a side approach; that is hearing aid compatible and has a volume
control mechanism; with telephone books, if provided, located between 15 and 48
inches above the finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and 54 inches
above the finished floor for a side approach; with a cord of at least 29 inches
long from the telephone to the handset; and with signage that complies with the
Standards. Standards '' 4.31, 4.30.7(2).
w.
1st
Floor Unisex Toilet Room with
Stall. The toilet room contains a
number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with
disabilities. Provide an accessible
toilet room such that all of the room=s elements, including signage, door, door
hardware, clear floor space, water closet, stall size and arrangement, stall
door, urinal (if provided), grab bars, lavatory, mirror, controls, and
dispensers, comply with the Standards.
Standards '' 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.18, 4.19, 4.26,
4.27, 4.30, Fig. 30.
12.
Within 6 months
of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following
modifications to the 12th Avenue Police Sub Station, located on
12th Avenue and Rosa Parks Boulevard.
a.
Entrance
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is an unbeveled change in level greater than
2 inch at the threshold to the door. Provide an accessible door with a
threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
b.
Exterior
Ramp. The ramp is inaccessible
because it has no handrails. Provide handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous
gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches
beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted
between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface and 12 inches from the wall, with ends rounded or
returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate
within their fittings. Standards
' 4.8.5.
13.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to the North Main Street Police Sub Station, located on
North Main Street.
a.
Entrance
i.
The route to
the main entrance is inaccessible because the path is not firm, stable or slip
resistant. Provide at least one
accessible route to the facility that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides
with the route for the general public.
The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a
minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less
than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at
least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface
that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp,
ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of
less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a
cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).
Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
ii.
The entrance is
inaccessible because it has an opening width of less than 32 inches. Provide a designated accessible entrance
with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured
between the face of the door and the opposite stop. Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
b.
Exterior
Ramp. The ramp is inaccessible
because it has no handrails.
Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding
1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide
as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge
protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides. Provide handrails that are between
13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous
gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches
beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted
between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or
returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate
within their fittings. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8, 4.8.
14.
Within 6 months
of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the following
modifications to the Alabama Avenue Police Sub Station, located on Alabama
Avenue.
a.
Entrance. The entrance door is inaccessible
because there is a 12 inch change in level at the threshold to the
door. Provide an accessible door
with a threshold that is no greater than 3 inch, or is no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards '' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
b.
Exterior
Ramp. The ramp is inaccessible
because it has no handrails.
Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding
1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide
as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge
protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides. Provide handrails that are between
13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous
gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches
beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted
between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or
returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate
within their fittings. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8, 4.8.
15.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to the South Paterson Library, located at 930 Main
Street.
a.
Entrance
Ramp. The ramp is inaccessible
because it does not have handrails extending the length of the ramp and there
are changes in level greater than 2 inch along the surface of the ramp. Provide a ramp that is at least 36
inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding
1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the
top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at
the drop off sides. Provide
handrails that are between 13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous
gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches
beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted
between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or
returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate
within their fittings. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8, 4.8.
b.
Entrance
Vestibule. The entrance is
inaccessible because the vestibule is only 20 inches deep from the end of the
open door swinging into the vestibule.
Provide a designated accessible entrance that has at least one active
leaf with a minimum clear opening width of 32 inches with the door open 90
degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop; that has a
minimum space between two hinged or pivoted doors of 48 inches plus the width of
any door swinging into the space, with doors swinging in either the same
direction or away from the space between the doors; that has either an automatic
door operator or clear and level maneuvering clearance that complies fully with
Fig. 25; and that has a threshold not exceeding 2 inch in height and beveled with a slope no
greater than 1:2. Ensure that all
hardware and operating devices have shapes that are easy to grasp with one hand
and do not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate;
and that they are mounted no higher than 48 inches above the finished
floor. Standards ' 4.13, Figs. 24, 25,
26.
c.
Check Out
Counter. The counter is 39 inches
high. Provide a counter on an
accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide
and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary
counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main
counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be
provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an
auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other
means. Standards ' 7.2(2).
d.
Women=s Toilet Room
i.
The sign is
mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Braille. Provide a toilet room sign with raised
and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the
door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and
situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without
encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
ii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because it is 222 inches high to the bottom of the apron. Provide a lavatory with the top of its
rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of
the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe
clearances that comply with Fig. 31.
Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.
iii.
No accessible
mirror has been provided. Provide a
mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
' 4.19.6.
iv.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 62 inches above the
finished floor. Provide a paper
towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or
with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor
space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach,
respectively, by a person using a wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
v.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because it has twist type hardware. Provide a lavatory with a faucet that
can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and
without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated,
push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable
designs). Standards '' 4.19.5, 4.27.4.
vi.
No accessible
coat hook has been provided.
Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48
inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is
accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or
parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair. Standards '' 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
vii.
There is no
accessible stall provided. Provide
a Astandard@ accessible toilet stall at least 60 inches
wide and at least 59 inches deep (or at least 56 inches deep with a wall-mounted
toilet) such that all of the stall=s elements, including stall door, stall door
hardware, water closet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars,
controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards '' 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig.
30.
e.
Men=s Toilet Room
i.
The sign is
mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Braille. Provide a toilet
room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille
characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the
centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such
that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an
obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
ii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because its is 212 inches high to the bottom of the apron. Provide a lavatory with the top of its
rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of
the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe
clearances that comply with Fig. 31.
Standards ' 4.19.2, Fig. 31.
iii.
No accessible
mirror has been provided. Provide a
mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
' 4.19.6.
iv.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 61 inches above the
finished floor. Provide a paper
towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or
with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor
space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach,
respectively, by a person using a wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
v.
The route
through the toilet room is inaccessible because the paper towel dispenser
protrudes into the path of travel and is not detectable to a blind person using
a cane. Provide an accessible route
at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring
between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4
inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles. Free-standing objects mounted on posts
or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the
ground or finished floor. Standards
' 4.4.
vi.
The soap
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 51 inches high over
the sink. Provide a soap dispenser
such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for
a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48
inches that allows a forward or parallel approach, respectively, by a person
using a wheelchair. Standards
'' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
vii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because it has twist type hardware. Provide a lavatory with a faucet that
can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and
without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-perated,
push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable
designs). Standards '' 4.19.5,
4.27.4.
viii.
There is no
accessible stall provided. Provide
a Astandard@ accessible toilet stall at least 60 inches
wide and at least 59 inches deep (or at least 56 inches deep with a wall-mounted
toilet) such that all of the stall=s elements, including stall door, stall door
hardware, water closet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars,
controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards '' 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig.
30.
16.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to the 1st Ward Branch Library, located on
North Main Street.
a.
Entrance
i.
The main
entrance is inaccessible because there is a 5 inch step at the door. Provide at least one accessible route
into the facility that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route
for the general public. The
accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum
clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48
inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every
200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is
firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp,
elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of 2 inch vertically; and have a running slope of
less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a
cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).
Standards '' 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
ii.
The entrance
doors in a series are inaccessible because they have an opening width of
262 inches and 26 inches, respectively. Provide doors with a clear opening of 32
inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and
the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
iii.
The entrance to
the library is inaccessible because the doors in a series have 21 inches between
doors. Provide an accessible
entrance to the library, such that the space between any two doors in series is
at least 48 inches plus the width of any door swinging into the space. Ensure that doors in series swing either
in the same direction or away from the space between the doors. Standards ' 4.13.7, Fig. 26.
b.
Tables. The table apron is 242 inches above the finished floor. Provide an accessible table on an
accessible route at least 36 inches wide.
Ensure that the table has clear floor space of 30 inches wide by 48
inches deep, knee clearance of at least 27 inches above the finished floor by 30
inches wide by 19 inches deep, and a writing surface between 28 and 34 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
'' 8.2, 4.2.4.1,
4.32.
c.
Toilet
Room
i.
The sign is
mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Brille. Provide a toilet room sign with raised
and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the
door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and
situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without
encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6, 4.30.7.
ii.
The entrance
door, which is accessed through a front approach, is inaccessible because it has
insufficient clearance on the pull side.
On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60
inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of
maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door. Standards ' 4.13.6, Fig.
25(a).
iii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Standards ' 4.19.4.
iv.
No accessible
mirror has been provided. Provide a
mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
' 4.19.6.
v.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 61 inches above the
finished floor. Provide a paper
towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or
with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor
space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach,
respectively, by a person using a wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
vi.
The toilet is
inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side. Provide a flush control mounted on the
Aopen@ side of the toilet=s clear floor space; 44 inches or less above
the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or
provide an automatic flush device.
Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.27.4.
vii.
The grab bars
at the toilet are inaccessible because the length of the rear and side grab bars
is 24 inches and the side grab bar is mounted 132 inches from the rear wall. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least
36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the
side wall, and a side grab bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length,
with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer
end 12 inches or less from the rear wall.
Ensure that the grab bars are mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished
floor; with a diameter between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bars and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bars and any other
object, such as a toilet paper dispenser or a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig.
29.
viii.
The toilet
paper dispenser is inaccessible because it is mounted 41 inches from the rear
wall. Provide a toilet paper
dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered
at least 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards ' 4.16.6, Fig.
29(b).
ix.
The toilet is
inaccessible because the toilet seat is 15 inches high. Provide a toilet with a centerline that
is 18 inches from the near side wall; a seat that is between17 and 19 inches
above the finished floor; clear floor space at the toilet that complies with
Fig. 28; and a flush control mounted on the Aopen@ side of the toilet=s clear floor space. Standards '' 4.16.2, 4.16.3, 4.16.5, Figs. 28,
29.
x.
There is
insufficient turning space within the toilet room. Provide an unobstructed turning space at
least 60 inches in diameter or a T-shaped space complying with Fig. 3(b). Standards '' 4.22.3, 4.2.3, Fig.
3.
17.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, unless otherwise specifically
noted, the City will complete the following modifications to the Totowa Branch
Library, located at 405 Union Street.
a.
Entrance
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because there is a 22 inch change in level at the threshold to the
door. Within 3 months of the
effective date of this agreement, provide an accessible door with a threshold
that is no greater than inch, or is
no greater than 2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater
than 1:2. Standards ' 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
ii.
The entrance
doors in a series are inaccessible because they have an opening width of 31
inches and 262 inches, respectively. Within 12 months of the effective date
of this agreement, provide doors with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door
open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite
stop. Standards ' 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
b.
Tables. The tables are inaccessible because the
apron is 24 inches above the finished floor. Provide an accessible table on an
accessible route at least 36 inches wide.
Ensure that the table has clear floor space of 30 inches wide by 48
inches deep, knee clearance of at least 27 inches above the finished floor by 30
inches wide by 19 inches deep, and a writing surface between 28 and 34 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
'' 8.2, 4.2.4.1,
4.32.
c.
Check-Out
Counter. The counter is
392 inches high. Provide a counter on an accessible route
such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than
36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a
maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide
equivalent facilitation.
Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf
attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made
available to the public, or other means.
Standards ' 7.2(2).
d.
African
American Collection. The ramp to
the African American Collection is inaccessible because the slope measures 9.46
degrees and there are no handrails.
Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding
1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide
as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge
protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides. Provide handrails that are between
13 inches and 12 inches in diameter with a continuous
gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches
beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted
between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or
returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate
within their fittings. Ensure that
the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces. Standards
'' 4.3.8, 4.8.
e.
Access Among
Levels. The various levels of the
building are not connected by ramps, lifts, or elevators, making it inaccessible
to persons using wheelchairs.
Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, establish a
procedure for providing access to the programs and activities conducted in the
upper levels of the facility or install ramps, platform lifts, or an elevator in
compliance with the Standards. Any
procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility
impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances. Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8,
4.11.
f.
Toilet
Rooms. The single user toilet room
contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with
disabilities. Provide an accessible
toilet room such that all of the room=s elements, including signage, door, door
hardware, clear floor space, water closet, urinal (if provided), grab bars,
lavatory, mirror, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards '' 4.13, 4.16, 4.18, 4.19, 4.26, 4.27,
4.30, Figs. 28, 29.
18.
Within 24
months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to the Paterson Museum, located at 2 Market
Street.
a.
Parking. Although the parking lot has a total of
79 parking spaces, there is only one designated accessible space, which has no
access aisle and which has a sign mounted too low. On the shortest accessible route to the
accessible entrance, provide at least 1 van accessible space and 3 standard
spaces designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Ensure that standard accessible spaces
are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 60 inches
wide. Ensure that van accessible
spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96
inches wide. At all spaces
designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs
with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be
obstructed by parked vehicles. At
van accessible spaces, provide an additional AVan-Accessible@ sign located below the International Symbol
of Accessibility. Ensure that all
spaces and access aisles for persons with disabilities are flat and level, with
slopes and cross-lopes not exceeding 1:50 in all directions, and that their
surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant. Standards '' 4.1.2(5), 4.6,
4.30.7(1).
b.
Drinking
Fountain
i.
The drinking
fountain has a spout that is 40 inches above the finished floor. Provide a fountain that has a spout
height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground
surface to the spout outlet, and that otherwise complies with the
Standards. Standards '' 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig.
27.
ii.
The route
passing the drinking fountain is inaccessible because the drinking fountain
protrudes inches into the accessible route and would not be detectable to a
blind person using a cane. Provide
an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom
leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor
protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or
aisles. Free-standing objects
mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80
inches above the ground or finished floor.
Standards ' 4.4.
c.
Women=s Toilet Room with
Stalls
i.
The sign is
mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Braille. Provide a toilet room sign with raised
and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the
door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and
situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without
encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6.
ii.
The door is
inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door is 10 pounds. Provide a door that requires no more
than 5 pounds of force to open.
Standards 4.13.11(2)(b).
iii.
There is no
rear grab bar provided at the toilet in the designated accessible stall. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least
36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the
side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter
between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig.
30(a).
iv.
The toilet
paper is mounted above the grab bar in the designated accessible stall. Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is
mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered
at least 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards '' 4.16.6, Fig.
29(b).
v.
The toilet the
designated accessible stall is inaccessible because the flush control is on the
closed side of the toilet. Provide
a flush control mounted on the "open" side of the toilet's clear floor space; 44
inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of
force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device. Standards '' 4.16.5, 4.17.2,
4.27.4.
vi.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Standards ' 4.19.4.
vii.
No accessible
mirror has been provided. Provide a
mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches
above the finished floor. Standards
' 4.19.6.
viii.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 61 inches above the
finished floor. Provide a paper
towel dispenser with the controls a maximum height above the finished floor of
48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is
accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or
parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
d.
Men=s Toilet Room with
Stalls
i.
The sign is
mounted on the door and has no raised characters or Braille. Provide a toilet room sign with raised
and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the
door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and
situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without
encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards '' 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6.
ii.
The lavatory is
inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact.
Standards ' 4.19.4.
iii.
The paper towel
dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted too high above the
finished floor over an obstruction.
Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5
for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is
accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or
parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair. Standards '' 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
iv.
There is no
rear grab bar provided at the toilet in the designated accessible stall. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least
36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the
side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter
between 13 and 12 inches; with 12 inches between the grab bar and the wall;
and at least 12 inches between the grab bar and any other
object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards '' 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig.
30.
v.
The toilet
paper dispenser is inaccessible because it is mounted above the side grab
bar. Provide a toilet paper
dispenser that is mounted within reach, with its top at least 12 inches under the side grab bar, and centered
at least 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards ' 4.16.6, Fig.
29(b).
vi.
The door to the
designated accessible stall is inaccessible because it has twist hardware. Provide a door with hardware usable with
one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped
handles are acceptable designs.
Standards ' 4.13.9.
vii.
No accessible
coat hook has been provided.
Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48
inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is
accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or
parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair. Standards '' 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
19.
Within 12
months of the effective date of this Agreement, unless otherwise specifically
noted, the City will complete the following modifications to the Paterson Public
Schools offices, located at 133 Ellison Street.
a.
Access
Among Levels. The various levels of
the building are not connected by ramps, lifts, or elevators, making it
inaccessible to persons using wheelchairs.
Within 3 months of the effective date of this agreement, establish a
procedure for providing access to the programs and activities conducted in the
upper levels of the facility or install ramps, platform lifts, or an elevator in
compliance with the Standards. Any
procedure shall not require lifting or carrying persons with mobility
impairments or require them to traverse unnecessary or extreme distances. Standards '' 4.33.5, 4.3.8, 4.8,
4.11.
b.
Assistive
Listening System. The training room
is inaccessible to people with hearing impairments because there is no assistive
listening system available. Provide
a permanently installed assistive listening system (ALS) or a portable ALS with
an adequate number of electrical outlets or other supplementary wiring necessary
to support a portable assistive listening system. Also provide receivers equal in number
to 4% of the total number of seats (or a minimum of 2) for use
by the general public, and provide signage indicating their availability. 28 C.F.R. ' 35.160;
Standards '' 4.30,
4.33.
c.
Computer
Room
i.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards
' 4.13.9.
ii.
The entrance
door is inaccessible because it has an opening width of only 27 inches. Provide a door with a clear opening of
32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door
and the opposite stop. Standards
' 4.13.5, Fig.
24.
[1]Shifting a
toilet a small distance to comply with the centerline requirement need not be
expensive. The important factor is
maintaining the correct distance between the side grab bar and the toilet. Options include moving the partition on
which the grab bar is mounted or installing an offset flange to shift the
toilet. Another option is to mount
the grab bar on a board attached to the side wall or partition. The board must extend 1 2@ below the grab
bar and 18" above the grab bar to achieve the appropriate distance between
toilet and grab bar.