The Americans with Disabilities Act<\/a> (ADA) is a federal law, enacted in 1990, that guarantees individuals with disabilities the same rights, access and opportunities as those without disabilities. This applies to all areas of public life including employment, public services, telecommunications, public accommodations and miscellaneous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is enforced by a strict set of requirements for businesses and organizations that can result in a hefty fine for non-compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Though the ADA applies to all sectors of public life, the sector that directly affects you and your business is Title III or public accommodations. Under this sector, minimum standards for accessibility for alterations and new construction of facilities are outlined. These criteria are also more commonly referred to as the ADA Standards for Accessible Design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are the main things to be aware of when considering ada requirements for parking lots: <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to the ADA Standards, all accessible parking spaces should be equipped with parking space identification signs that include the International Symbol of Accessibility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For van parking spaces, the sign needs to contain the designation \u201cvan accessible\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n All accessibility signage should be a minimum of 60 inches above the ground surface when measured to the bottom of the sign. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Below is an example of what compliant ADA parking signage looks like. <\/p>\n\n\n The number of accessible parking spaces must be considered separately for each parking structure (lot or garage), not based on the total number of parking spaces provided on a site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The chart below shows the number of accessible spaces provided by the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n When it comes to defining the elements of a compliant accessible stall, things can get fairly technical.<\/p>\n\n\n Van accessible spaces must fall into one of the following categories: <\/p>\n\n\n\n A proper path of travel should meet the minimum requirements of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note special circumstance: Alterations made to provide an accessible path of travel to altered areas shall be deemed disproportionate to the overall alteration when the cost exceeds 20% of the cost of the alteration to the primary function area.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n An accessible route should meet the minimum requirements of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n In this instance, a ramp is a walking surface which has a running slope greater than 1:20.<\/p>\n\n\n Curb ramps must be located outside of disabled parking spaces and access aisle Here are the major things to keep in mind: <\/p>\n\n\n\n When calculating the slope of your ramp, here\u2019s a handy image to help. <\/p>\n\n\n The below image shows a typical curb ramp, cut into a walkway perpendicular to the curb face, with flared sides, having a maximum slope of 1:10. Built-up curb ramps should be located so that they do not project into vehicular traffic lanes<\/p>\n\n\n Where the curb ramp is completely contained within a planting strip or other non-walking surface, so that pedestrians would not normally cross the sides, the curb ramp sides can have steep sides including vertical returned curbs<\/p>\n\n\n\n A detectable warning surface is a standardized surface feature built in or applied to walking surfaces or other elements to warn visually impaired people of hazards on a circulation path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Detectable warning textures on walking surfaces consist of exposed aggregate concrete, cushioned surfaces made of rubber or plastic, raised strips, or grooves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Grooves can be used as a detectable warning surface indoors only. Below is an example of what is meant by \u201cgrooves\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n Navigating the world of ADA compliance can be a headache, and a major planning challenge. The best way to ensure you\u2019re in compliance is to review the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design and contact us<\/a> for a free consultation and estimate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our team will come to your facility and assess your parking lot in order to craft a customized solution for bringing your property up to compliance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n See our full list of ADA services including consultation, design, budgeting, and construction of all ADA components here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" … <\/p>\nWhat are the ADA requirements for parking lots?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Proper Signage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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According to Ada.gov<\/a> all car accessible spaces must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Option #1<\/strong><\/td> Option #2<\/strong><\/td><\/tr> Be at least 132 inches wide<\/td> Be at least 96 inches wide<\/td><\/tr> Have an access aisle at least 60 inches wide<\/td> Have an access aisle at least 96 inches wide<\/td><\/tr> Have no more than a 1:48 (2.08%) slope in all directions<\/td> Have no more than a 1.49 (2.08%) slope in all directions<\/td><\/tr> Provide at least 98 inches of vertical clearance (van height) for the parking <\/td> Provide at least 98 inches of vertical clearance for the parking space, access aisle and vehicular route<\/td><\/tr> Have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip-resistant<\/td> Have a surface that is firm, stable and slip-resistant<\/td><\/tr> Have two signs, mounted at least 60 inches above the ground (measured to the bottom of the sign)
First sign: international symbol of accessibility
Second sign: stating that the space is van accessible<\/td>Have two signs, mounted at least 60 inches above the ground (measured to the bottom of the sign)
First sign: international symbol of accessibility
Second sign: stating that the space is van accessible<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nAccessible Route & Path of Travel<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ramps, Slopes and Grades<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nSides of Curb Ramps – Flared Sides<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nSides of Curb Ramps – Curb Return<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nDetectable Warning Surfaces<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nHow Do I Make Sure My Building\u2019s Parking Lot is ADA Compliant?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n