HomeMy WebLinkAboutExhibit C - Attachment JAttachment J: Altered Facilities
Please Note: Paragraph 27 of the Settlement Agreement requires that within three months of the
effective date of this Agreement, the City provide signage as necessary to comply with 28 C.F.R.
§ 35.I63(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.
In order to ensure that the following spaces and elements in City facilities, for which alterations
commenced after January 26, 1992, are readily accessible to and usable by persons with
disabilities, the City will take the following actions:
1. The City is replacing the facilities at Bryan Park, located at 2301 SW 13th Street. Prior to
construction, the City will provide to the Department a full set of plans and construction
manual for all new facilities at this Park. The Department will review those plans and, if
modifications are required to bring the Park into compliance with the ADA Standards for
Accessible Design, will provide comments to the City. The City will modify the facilities'
design and construction to conform to the Department's comments prior to its opening.
2. Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to City Hall, located at 3500 Pan American Drive:
A. Security Gate: The security gate entrance has an opening width of only 30 inches.
The City will use a hand wand for persons who cannot maneuver through the narrow
security gate, or it will provide a security gate with a clear opening width of 32
inches. Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(a), 4.13.5, Fig. 24.
B. Alarms: Although the facility contains an emergency alarm system, the alarm system
is inaccessible because the system lacks visual alarm appliances in all appropriate
places. 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 §§ 4.1.3(14), 4.28.3.
C. Toilet Rooms with Stalls (First Floor Near City Clerk's Office)
1) Men's and Women's. For each:
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a) The toilet room sign lacks the International Symbol of Accessibility.
Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility
and raised and Braille characters. The sign shall be 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.
b) In the toilet stalls for persons with disabilities, the toilet seat cover
dispensers are mounted 55 inches above the finished floor. In each,
provide a seat cover dispenser with mechanical controls, if any, that can be
operated with 5 pounds of force or less and that 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). Ensure that the controls are a maximum
height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54
inches for a side approach and that it 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 §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.27.4, 4.2.4,
4.2.5, 4.2.6.
2) Women's Only:
a) The toilet room door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open
the door exceeds 5 pounds. Provide a door that requires no more than 5
pounds of force to open. Standards § § 4.1.3 (7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).
b) In the toilet stall for persons with disabilities, the side grab bar measures
only 36 inches long. 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. Standards
§§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.4, Fig. 29(b).
3) Men's Only:
a) The toilet room door swings into the required clear floor space at the
lavatory. Ensure that no door swings into the required clear floor space at
any accessible fixture. Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.2. Alternatively,
provide an accessible door lock.
b) The urinal lacks adequate clear floor space. Provide a urinal with an
elongated rim mounted 17 inches or less above the finished floor, a clear
floor space of at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the
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urinal, and a flush control height of 44 inches or less above the finished
floor. Standards §§ 4,1.3(11), 4.22.5, 4.18.2, 4.18.3, 4.18.4.
D. Commissioners' Chambers: The entrance doors are inaccessible because the pressure
required to open the doors is 9 pounds of force. For each, provide a door that requires
no more than 5 pounds of force to open. Standards § § 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).
E. Mayor's Office: The first door to the Mayor's office has a clear opening width of 27
inches; the second door has a clear opening width of only 24 inches. At both
doorways, 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. Both the first
and second doors to the Mayor's office door require 15 pounds of force to operate. At
each, provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open. Standards
§§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.5, Fig. 24. Alternatively, the City will provide program access
through alternate means, such as meeting with persons with disabilities in a nearby
conference room if they are not able to maneuver through the office doors.
3. Within 24 months of the effective date of the Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Curtis Park and Pool, located at 1901 NW 24th Street:
A. Parking: Although the unmarked parking lot has a total of 50 parking spaces,
including 1 designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, there is no access
aisle, no vertical sign complying with the Standards, and no van accessible space. On
the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide 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 "Van -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. Route: The route from the locker rooms to the pool is inaccessible. Provide at least
one accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these elements 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
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(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.
C. Ramp to Pool House: The ramp is inaccessible because it lacks level landings at the
top and bottom of the ramp, it lacks handrails on one side, and it lacks handrail
extensions. 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 1'
inches and 1'/2 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.
D. Exterior Entrance Doors: The double -leaf exterior entrance door is inaccessible
because each leaf is too narrow. Provide a designated accessible entrance that has at
least one active leaf with a minimum 32 inch clear opening width with the door open
90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop; 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.
Alternatively, provide an automatic door opening device that will activate both doors
simultaneously or provide an alternative accessible entrance and appropriate signage.
E. The drinking fountain at the recreation center 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). Alternatively, as a program access measure, provide a
cup dispenser and cups within permissible reach ranges.
F. The chess tables at the basketball courts and stadium are inaccessible. Provide at
least one chess table on an accessible route such that there is knee space at the table at
least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide, and 19 inches deep, and such that the height of
the top of the table is between 28 inches and 34 inches above the ground. Standards
§§ 4.32.3, 4.32.4.
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G. Men's and Women's Rooms with Stalls in the Recreation Center (ALTERED). For
each:
1) The toilet room lacks accessible signage. Provide a toilet room sign with raised
and Braille characters. The sign shall be 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.
2) 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.
H. Stadium Men's and Women's Toilet Rooms with Stalls:
1) The toilet room signs are inaccessible because they are not mounted on the wall
to the latchside of the door. For each, provide a toilet room sign with the
International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters. The
sign shall be 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),
4.1.6(1)(b), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.
2) No accessible mirror has been provided. For each, provide a mirror with the
bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished
floor. Standards § 4.19.6.
3) The lavatory hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured
to protect against contact. In each, provide hot water and drain pipes that are
insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards
§§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.
4) In the toilet stall for persons with disabilities in the women's toilet room, the
toilet flush control is on the closed side of the stall. 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.
I. Concession Area Men's and Women's Toilet Rooms with Stalls (altered):
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1) The toilet room doors lack accessible signage. For each, provide a toilet room
sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille
characters. The sign shall be 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), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.
2) The lavatory hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured
to protect against contact. In each, provide hot water and drain pipes that are
insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards
§§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.
3) In the toilet stalls for persons with disabilities, there is no rear grab bar. In each,
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 1'/4 and 1'/2 inches; with 1'/2 inches
between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 1'/2 inches between the grab bar
and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards
§ § 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22.4, 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30.
4) In the toilet stalls for persons with disabilities, the toilet flush control is on the
closed side of the stall. In each, 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.
4. Within 12 months of the effective date of the Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Eaton Park, located at NE 4th Court & 60th Street:
A. The facility lacks accessible permanent room signage. Provide permanent room
signage with upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and numerals, meeting
the requirements of the Standards for character height, raised characters, finish and
contrast, accompanied by Grade 2 Braille; mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch
side of the door or on the nearest adjacent wall at a height of 60 inches above the
finished floor to the centerline of the sign; and located so that a person may approach
within 3 inches of the signage without encountering protruding objects or standing
within the swing of a door. Standards §§ 4.1.2(7), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6.
5. Within 12 months of the effective date of the Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Hadley Park and Pool, located at 4800 NW 12 Avenue:
A. Parking
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1) Recreation Center Lot: Although the parking lot has a total of 61 parking
spaces, no van accessible space is provided and the accessible spaces provided
lack signage. On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance,
provide 1 van accessible space and 2 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 "Van -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), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).
2) Field Lot: Although the parking lot has a total of 47 parking spaces, no van
accessible space is provided and the accessible spaces provided lack signage.
On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide 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 "Van -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), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).
B. Entrance and Accessible Route:
1) The entrance door to the pool building has knob hardware. 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.
2) In the pool office area, the window -mounted air conditioning unit 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,
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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. The picnic tables by the pool do not have sufficient clearances for a person using a
wheelchair to be seated at the table. Provide at least one picnic table on an accessible
route such that there is knee space at the table at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide,
and 19 inches deep, and such that the height of the top of the table is between 28
inches and 34 inches above the ground. Standards §§ 4.32.3, 4.32.4.
D. Men's and Women's Locker Rooms at Pool
1) There is no signage directing people with disabilities to the accessible toilet
rooms. At each, 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.
2) The locker room doors have knob hardware. For each, 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.
3) The showers have grab bars that are 20 inches and 30 inches in length and the
shower heads are fixed and not mounted 48 inches above the finished floor. In
each locker room, provide a shower that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches
deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the
shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the
controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30
inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch
deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening. Ensure that the
shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and
enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35,
36, and 37, as applicable. Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.21, Figs. 35, 36,
37.
4) No accessible benches are provided in the locker rooms. In each, provide a 24
inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.
Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its
surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor. Provide clear
floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a
parallel transfer onto the bench. Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.
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E. Single -User Toilet Rooms at Pool
1) The toilet room signs are not mounted on the wall to the latch side of the door.
For each, provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of
Accessibility and raised and Braille characters. The sign shall be 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), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.30.1, 4.30.4,
4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.
The seat cover dispensers and paper towel dispensers are mounted with their
controls too high to be used by persons who use wheelchairs. In each, provide a
seat cover dispenser and a paper towel dispenser with the controls a maximum
height above the fires-hed 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 §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
3) The lavatory counters are 37 '/2 inches above the finished floor and the drain
pipes interfere with knee clearance. In each, 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 §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22.6, 4.19.2,
Fig. 31.
6. Within 12 months of the effective date of the Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to the Miamarina at Bayside, located at 401 Biscayne Boulevard:
A. Accessible Route: The route from the Dock Master to the pier is inaccessible.
Provide at least one accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these
elements 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 'A 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 §§ 4.1.3(1), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
B. Toilet Rooms with Stalls
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1) The toilet room signs are mounted on the door. For each, provide a toilet room
sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille
characters. The sign shall be 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), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.
2) The route in the women's room to the accessible stall is inaccessible because the
bench reduces the width of the route to 22 inches wide. Provide at least one
accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these elements 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
§§ 4.1.3(1), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
7. Within 12 months of the effective date of the Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Moore Park, located at 765 NW 36th Street:
A. Accessible Route and Ramps
1) There is no directional signage at the stairs directing persons with disabilities to
the accessible route. Provide accessible directional signage with the
International Symbol of Accessibility at the stairs directing users to the
accessible route. Standards §§ 4.1.3(8)(d), 4.1.3(16)(b), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.13, 4.30.
2) The handrails at the Tennis Center ramps do not extend at least 12 inches
beyond the top and bottom of the ramps parallel to the ground surface. Provide
handrails that are between 11/4 inches and 1'/2 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 and 11/2 inches from the wall, with ends
rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post. Standards § 4.8.5.
3) The wall -mounted fire extinguishers 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
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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.
4) The route through the computer tables 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.
B. Locker Rooms at Tennis Center (Altered)
1) The signage provided is inaccessible. For each, provide permanent room
signage with upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and numerals,
meeting the requirements of the Standards for character height, raised
characters, finish and contrast, accompanied by Grade 2 Braille; mounted on the
wall adjacent to the latch side of the door or on the nearest adjacent wall at a
height of 60 inches above the finished floor to the centerline of the sign; and
located so that a person may approach within 3 inches of the signage without
encountering protruding objects or standing within the swing of a door.
Standards §§ 4.1.2(7), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.
2) The lavatory hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured
to protect against contact. In each, provide hot water and drain pipes that are
insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards
§§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.
3) No accessible coat hook has been provided. In each, 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 §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
4) The showers contain inaccessible elements. In each of these rooms, provide a
shower that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long
and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-
shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the
full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches
wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear
floor space at the shower opening. Ensure that the shower has grab bars,
controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that
comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.
Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.
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5) The fixed benches are less than 24 inches deep. In each, provide a 24 inch by 48
inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension. Ensure that
the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface
between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor. Provide clear floor
space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a
parallel transfer onto the bench. Standards §§ 4.1.3(21), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.35.4,
4.26.3.
6) In the Men's locker room, the toilet stall for persons with disabilities, the toilet
flush control is on the closed side of the stall. 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 §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22.4,
4.16.5, 4.27,4.
C. Accessible Elements
1) The route to the day care entrance is not 36 inches wide. Provide at least one
accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these elements 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
§§ 4.1.3(1), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
2) The route to the picnic table and playground equipment is inaccessible. Provide
at least one accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these
elements 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 §§ 4.1.3(1), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
3) None of the play equipment is usable by children with disabilities. Ensure
program access by providing at least one piece of play equipment that is on an
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accessible route and has a transfer platform to enable children who use
wheelchairs to use it.
4) The picnic tables have insufficient knee clearance to allow a person using a
wheelchair to sit at the table. Provide at least one picnic table on an accessible
route such that there is knee space at the table at least 27 inches high, 30 inches
wide, and 19 inches deep, and such that the height of the top of the table is
between 28 inches and 34 inches above the ground. Standards §§ 4.1.3(18),
4.1.6(1)(b), 4.32.3, 4.32.4.
D. Exterior Toilet Rooms with Stalls
1) The toilet room signs are inaccessible. For each, provide a toilet room sign with
the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters. The
sign shall be -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),
4.1.6(1)(b), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.
2) 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 §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.
3) The lavatory is inaccessible because faucet operation requires twisting of the
wrist. 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
§§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22.6, 4.19.5, 4.27.4.
4) Each of these toilet rooms has a stall with partitions 38 inches apart and 2
parallel side bars; neither has a stall that is accessible to persons who use
wheelchairs. Provide a "standard" 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.
5) In the Women's room, the paper towel dispenser is a protruding object 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
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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
§§ 4.1.2(3), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.4.
E. The drinking fountain provided in the exterior corridor has fixed steps in front of the
fountain. Provide at least one drinking fountain that is accessible to persons who use
wheelchairs and that has sufficient clear floor space. Standards §§ 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig.
27.
8. Within 12 months of the effective date of the Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Munroe Park and Tennis Center, located at 3120 Oak
Avenue:
A. Entrance
1) The route to the entrance lacks a curb ramp. Provide a curb ramp that is at least
36 inches wide, has a maximum slope of 1:12, is located so that it cannot be
obstructed by parked vehicles, and has a stable, firm, and slip -resistant surface
with a detectable warning extending the full width and depth of the ramp. if the
curb ramp is located where pedestrians must walk across it, provide either flared
sides (with a maximum slope of 1:10) or handrails or guardrails to protect
against cross traffic. Standards § § 4.1.2(1), 4.1.2(2), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.3.8, 4.7, Fig.
12.
2) 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 inch, or is no greater
than V2 inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2. Standards
§§ 4.1.3(7)(a), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
B. Office Center
1) The office counter is inaccessible because it is mounted 44 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 §§ 4.1.1(2), 4.1.6(1)(b), 7.2(2), 4.1.3(1), 4.3.
2) The office counter 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,
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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. Toilet Rooms with Stalls (Altered)
1) The toilet room signs are not mounted on the wall to the latch side of the door.
For each, provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of
Accessibility and raised and Braille characters. The sign shall be 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), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.30.1, 4.30.4,
4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.
2) Both toilet rooms lack a visual alarm appliance. If an emergency alarm system
is provided in this facility, 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 §§ 4.1.3(14), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.28.3.
D. Drinking Fountain: The drinking fountain is a protruding object 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 §§ 4.1.2(3), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.4.
9. Within 6 months of the effective date of the Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Neighborhood Enhancement Team - Coconut Grove SW,
located at 3692B Grand Avenue:
A. Entrance: The entrance door has a round door knob. Provide a door with hardware
that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching,
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or twisting of the wrist to operate. Lever -operated mechanisms, push -type
mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs. Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b),
4.1.6(1)(b), 4.13.9.
B. Men's Single -User Toilet Room (Altered)
1) The toilet room lacks a visual alarm. If this facility contains an emergency
alarm system, 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 §§ 4.1.3(14), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.28.3.
2) 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 §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5,
4.2.6.
3) The rear grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible because there is less than 1 '/A
inches of clearance between the bottom edge of the grab bar andthe top of the
toilet tank. Provide a rear grab bar that has at least 1 V2 inches between the grab
bar and any other object, such as a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards
§§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22.4, 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 39.
C. Women's Single -User Toilet Room (Altered): This 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, grab bars, lavatory, mirror, controls,
and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22,
4.13, 4.16, 4.18, 4.19, 4.26, 4.27, 4.30, Figs. 28, 29.
10. Within 24 months of the effective date of the Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Elizabeth Virrick Park, located at 3255 Plaza Street:
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A. Park Area: The picnic tables are inaccessible. Provide at least one picnic table on an
accessible route such that there is knee space at the table at least 27 inches high, 30
inches wide, and 19 inches deep, and such that the height of the top of the table is
between 28 inches and 34 inches above the ground. Standards §§ 4.32.3, 4.32.4.
B. The route to the pool is inaccessible because there are 5 steps at the entry. Provide at
least one accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these elements
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 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.
C. Steps at Pool: The stairs at the pool are inaccessible because they lack handrails on
both sides. Provide stairs with closed risers, uniform tread width and riser height, a
tread depth of at least 11 inches measured from riser to riser, and nosings, treads, and
risers that otherwise comply fully with the Standards. Provide handrails on both sides
of the stairs such that the inside handrail on switchbacks or doglegs is continuous;
handrails that are not continuous beyond the top and bottom of the stairs extend at
least 12 inches beyond the top riser and at least 12 inches plus the width of one tread
beyond the bottom riser; there is a clear space between the handrails and the wall of
11/2 inches; gripping surfaces are uninterrupted by newel posts, other construction
elements, or obstructions; the handrails are mounted between 34 and 38 inches above
stair nosings; the ends of the handrails are either rounded or returned smoothly to the
floor, wall, or post; and the handrails do not rotate within their fittings. Standards
§ 4.9.
D. Pool Area Men's and Women's Locker Rooms (existing). For each:
1) There is no accessible signage provided. Provide permanent room signage with
upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and numerals, meeting the
requirements of the Standards for character height, raised characters, finish and
contrast, accompanied by Grade 2 Braille; mounted on the wall adjacent to the
latch side of the door or on the nearest adjacent wall at a height of 60 inches
above the finished floor to the centerline of the sign; and located so that a person
may approach within 3 inches of the signage without encountering protruding
objects or standing within the swing of a door. Standards §§ 4,30.1, 4,30.4,
4.30,5, 4.30.6.
2) The toilet room lacks a visual alarm appliance. If the facility contains an
emergency alarm system, provide visual alarm devices in toilet rooms and any
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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.
3) 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.
4) There is no accessible stall provided. Provide a "standard" 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.
5) Although an ambulatory stall is provided, it is inaccessible. If this stall is
retained, ensure that it is exactly 36 inches wide with an outward swinging, self -
closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d). Standards
§§ 4.22,4, Fig. 30(d).
6) The shower is inaccessible because there is a 5 inch step up to the shower and
the features are not accessible. Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36
inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor
space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on
the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a
shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or
threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the
shower opening. Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray
unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the
Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable. Standards § 4.21, Figs.
35, 36, 37.
E. Gym Area Men's and Women's Locker Rooms (New). For each:
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1) The signage provided is inaccessible because it is not mounted on the wall to the
latch side of the door. At each locker room, provide permanent room signage
with upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and numerals, meeting the
requirements of the Standards for character height, raised characters, finish and
contrast, accompanied by Grade 2 Braille; mounted on the wall adjacent to the
latch side of the door or on the nearest adjacent wall at a height of 60 inches
above the finished floor to the centerline of the sign; and located so that a person
may approach within 3 inches of the signage without encountering protruding
objects or standing within the swing of a door. Standards §§ 4.1.2(7),
4.1.6(1)(b), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.
2) The showers are inaccessible because the shower heads are not adjustable and
mounted on vertical bars. In each locker room, provide a shower that is exactly
36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear
floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat
mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the
stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no
curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at
the shower opening. Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower
spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with
the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable. Standards
§§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37,
3) The locker opening mechanisms require tight pinching or grasping. In each
locker room, provide at least one locker with controls, if any, that can be
operated with 5 pounds of force or less and that 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 §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.27.4.
11, Within 24 months of the effective date of the Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to West End Park and Recreation Center, located at 250 SW
60th Avenue. Additionally, the City plans construction at this park. Prior to construction,
the City will provide to the Department a full set of plans and construction manual for the
new facilities. The Department will review those plans and, if modifications are required to
bring the new facilities into compliance with the ADA Standards for Accessible Design,
will provide comments to the City. The City will modify the new facilities' design and
construction to conform to the Department's comments prior to their opening. Any
modifications set forth below regarding affected facilities will not be required if those
facilities are to be replaced.
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 "Van -
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Accessible" sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility. Standards
§§ 4.6.4, 4.30.7(1).
B. Entrance to the Recreation Center.
1) The entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 6 inch change in level at the
threshold to the door. Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no
greater than 'A 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.
2) The door to the entrance, which is accessed through a front approach, is
inaccessible because it lacks adequate maneuvering 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 § 4.1-3.6, Fig. 25(a).
C. The permanent room signage is not accessible. Provide permanent room signage with
upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and numerals, meeting the
requirements of the Standards for character height, raised characters, finish and
contrast, accompanied by Grade 2 Braille; mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch
side of the door or on the nearest adjacent wall at a height of 60 inches above the
finished floor to the centerline of the sign; and located so that a person may approach
within 3 inches of the signage without encountering protruding objects or standing
within the swing of a door. Standards §§ 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.
D. The ramp is inaccessible because the inside handrail is not continuous and the
handrails lack extensions. 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 11/4 inches and 1'/z 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 and 1'/2 inches from the wall, 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.
E. Pool Lobby: The counter is inaccessible because it is mounted 42 V2 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
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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. Recreation Center Men's Toilet Rooms with Stalls:
1) The toilet room lacks accessible signage. Provide a toilet room sign with the
International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters. The
sign shall be 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.
2) In the toilet stall for persons with disabilities, the toilet is inaccessible because
the flush control is on the closed side. 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 §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22.4, 4.16.5,
4.17.2, 4.27.4.
G. Pool Locker Rooms - Men's and Women's. For each:
1) The toilet room lacks accessible signage. Provide a toilet room sign with raised
and Braille characters. The sign shall be 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.
2) 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.
3) Although an ambulatory stall is provided, the partitions are mounted 34 and 35
inches apart, the grab bars are inaccessible and the door is 26 inches wide, and
the door swings into the stall. Provide at least one stall that is exactly 36 inches
wide with an outward swinging, self -closing door and parallel grab bars
complying with Fig 30(d). Standards §§ 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).
4) The shower is inaccessible. Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36
inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor
space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on
the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a
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shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or
threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the
shower opening. Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray
unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the
Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable. Standards § 4.21, Figs.
35, 36, 37.
H. Unisex Single User Toilet Room
1) The toilet room lacks accessible signage. Provide a toilet room sign with raised
and Braille characters. The sign shall be 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.
2) 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.
3) The toilet is inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side, 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,
4.27.4.
4) The rear grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible because the overall length is 25
inches. 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. Standards § 4.16.4,
Fig. 29.
5) The side grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible. 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 11/4
and 1 % inches; with 1 % inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least
1 % inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as the toilet paper
dispenser. Standards §§ 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 29.
12. Within 36 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Jose Marti Park, located at 351 SW 4th Street. Additionally,
the City plans construction at this park. Prior to construction, the City will provide to the
Department a full set of plans and construction manual for the new facilities. The
Department will review those plans and, if modifications are required to bring the new
facilities into compliance with the ADA Standards for Accessible Design, will provide
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comments to the City. The City will modify the new facilities' design and construction to
conform to the Department's comments prior to their opening. Any modifications set forth
below regarding affected facilities will not be required if those facilities are to be replaced.
A. Parking: Although the parking lot has a total of 30 parking spaces, the access aisles
provided are too narrow. On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance,
provide 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 "Van -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. Accessible Route: There is no accessible route to the chess tables on the side of
building, to the playground equipment, to the pavilion stage, or to the lower level
stage. Provide at least one accessible route within the boundary of the site to each of
these elements 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 'A 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.
C. The picnic tables are inaccessible. Provide at least one picnic table on an accessible
route such that there is knee space at the table at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide,
and 19 inches deep, and such that the height of the top of the table is between 28
inches and 34 inches above the ground. Standards §§ 4.1.3(18), 4.32.3, 4.32.4.No
accessible picnic tables
D. Recreation Center (New)
1) Toilet Rooms with Stalls (Indoors)
a) The signage is mounted on the door. For each toilet room, provide
permanent room signage with upper case, sans serif or simple serif type
letters and numerals, meeting the requirements of the Standards for
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character height, raised characters, finish and contrast, accompanied by
Grade 2 Braille; mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door
or on the nearest adjacent wall at a height of 60 inches above the finished
floor to the centerline of the sign; and located so that a person may
approach within 3 inches of the signage without encountering protruding
objects or standing within the swing of a door. Standards §§ 4.1.2(7),
4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.
b) The pressure required to open the doors exceeds 5 pounds. For each,
provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.
Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).
c) In the Men's room, the urinal is inaccessible because the rim is mounted
23 inches above the finished floor. Provide a urinal with an elongated rim
mounted 17 inches or less above the finished floor, a clear floor space of at
least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the urinal, and a flush
control height of 44 inches or less above the finished floor. Standards
§§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.5, 4.18.2, 4.18.3, 4.18.4.
d) In the toilet stalls for persons with disabilities, the toilet flush controls are
on the closed side. For each, 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 §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4,
4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.
2) Drinking Fountain at Toilet Rooms On Exterior of Pool Building (constructed
before 1992): Although a drinking fountain is provided, there is no accessible
drinking fountain. Provide at least one 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 of force or less to operate without tight
grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; and are front mounted or side
mounted near the front edge. Standards §§ 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27. Alternatively,
provide a cup dispenser and cups located within permissible reach ranges.
E. Park (constructed before 1992)
1) The picnic tables are inaccessible. Provide at least one picnic table on an
accessible route such that there is knee space at the table at least 27 inches high,
30 inches wide, and 19 inches deep, and such that the height of the top of the
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table is between 28 inches and 34 inches above the ground. Standards
§§ 4.32.3, 4.32.4.
2) The ramp to the toilet rooms lacks handrail extensions. Provide handrails that
are between I 1/4 inches and 1 V2 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. Standards § 4.8.5,
3) Men's and Women's Toilet Rooms with Stalls (constructed before 1992)
a) These toilet rooms are inaccessible, but there is no signage directing
people with disabilities to the accessible toilet rooms. For each, 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 §§ 4.30.1, 4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.
F. Pool Locker Room Area (constructed before 1992)
1) The counter is mounted 42 %2 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), 4.1.3(1), 4.3.
2) The men's and women's outdoor showers are inaccessible because there is a 4 %2
inch curb at the entrance to the shower. For each, provide a shower that is
exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide
clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat
mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the
stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no
curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at
the shower opening. Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower
spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with
the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable, Standards § 4.21,
Figs. 35, 36, 37.
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3) The ramp to the pool center lacks handrail extensions. Provide a ramp with
handrails that are between 11/4 inches and 11/2 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. Standards §§ 4.3.8, 4.8.
4) Locker Rooms
a) Neither locker room has accessible signage. For each, provide permanent
room signage with upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and
numerals, meeting the requirements of the Standards for character height,
raised characters, finish and contrast, accompanied by Grade 2 Braille;
mounted on -the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door or on the nearest
adjacent wall at a height of 60 inches above the finished floor to the
centerline of the sign; and located so that a person may approach within 3
inches of the signage without encountering protruding objects or standing
within the swing of a door. Standards §§ 4.1.2(7), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6.
b) The locker rooms lack visual alarm appliances. If an emergency alarm
system is provided in this facility, 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 §§ 4,1.3(14), 4.28.3.
c) The lavatory hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact. In each, provide hot water and drain
pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.
Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.
d) In each of the locker rooms, there is no accessible stall provided. In each,
provide a "standard" 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)
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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.
13. Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Shenandoah Park and Recreation Center, located at 1800
SW 21 st Avenue. Additionally, the City plans construction at this park. Prior to
construction, the City will provide to the Department a full set of plans and construction
manual for the new facilities. The Department will review those plans and, if modifications
are required to bring the new facilities into compliance with the ADA Standards for
Accessible Design, will provide comments to the City. The City will modify the new
facilities' design and construction to conform to the Department's comments prior to their
opening. Any modifications set forth below regarding affected facilities will not be
required if those facilities are to be replaced.
A. Old Recreation Center Unisex Single User Toilet Room (existing)
1) The toilet room sign is not mounted on the latch side of the door. Provide a
toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and
Braille characters. The sign shall be 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.
2) The toilet room lacks a visual alarm appliance. If an emergency alarm system is
provided in this facility, 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.
3) The clear floor space at the toilet is obstructed by a locker. Provide clear floor
space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28. Standards § 4.16.2, Fig, 28.
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4) The door to the toilet room which is accessed through a front approach, is
inaccessible because it has less than 18 inches of 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).
B. Pool Men's and Women's Locker Rooms (existing). For each:
1) There is no accessible signage provided. Provide permanent room signage with
upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and numerals, meeting the
requirements of the Standards for character height, raised characters, finish and
contrast, accompanied by Grade 2 Braille; mounted on the wall adjacent to the
latch side of the door or on the nearest adjacent wall at a height of 60 inches
above the finished floor to the centerline of the sign; and located so that a person
may approach within 3 inches of the signage without encountering protruding
objects or standing within the swing of a door. Standards §§ 4.30.1, 4.30.4,
4.30.5, 4.30.6.
2) The door is inaccessible because the pressure required to open the door exceeds
5 pounds. Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.
Standards § 4.13.11(2)(b).
3) The lavatory is inaccessible because it lacks knee and toe clearances. 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.
4) 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.
5) 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.
6) There is no toilet stall provided that is accessible to persons who use
wheelchairs. Provide a "standard" 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,
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and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards §§ 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26,
4.27, Fig, 30.
7) The toilet stall for ambulatory persons with disabilities contains numerous
inaccessible features. Provide at least one stall that is exactly 36 inches wide
with a toilet 18 inches from each wall or partition, an outward swinging, self -
closing door, and parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d). Standards
§§ 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).
8) The shower has no shower seat, it lacks grab bars, the controls are inaccessible,
and the shower head is inaccessible. Provide a shower in this room that is
exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide
clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat
mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the
stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no
curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at
the shower opening. Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower
spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with
the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable. Standards § 4.21,
Figs. 35, 36, 37.
C. Accessible Route: The route to the baseball fields is inaccessible. Provide at least
one accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these elements 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 V2 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.
D. Signage: The permanent room signage is inaccessible. Provide permanent room
signage with upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and numerals, meeting
the requirements of the Standards for character height, raised characters, finish and
contrast, accompanied by Grade 2 Braille; mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch
side of the door or on the nearest adjacent wall at a height of 60 inches above the
finished floor to the centerline of the sign; and located so that a person may approach
within 3 inches of the signage without encountering protruding objects or standing
within the swing of a door. Standards §§ 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.
E. Pool (existing): The ramp is inaccessible because the slope exceeds 1:12, it lacks
adequate edge protection, it lacks handrails on both sides, and it lacks handrail
extensions. Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding
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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 1'/4
inches and 1 %2 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.
F. New Recreation Center — Toilet Rooms with Stalls
1) The toilet rooms lack accessible signage. For each, provide a toilet room sign
with raised and Braille characters. The sign shall be 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 §§ 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.
2) The toilet rooms lack visual alarm appliances. If the facility contains an
emergency alarm system, 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 §§ 4.1.3(14), 4.28.3.
3) The lavatory hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured
to protect against contact. In each, provide hot water and drain pipes that are
insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards
§§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.
4) Toilet Stalls for Persons with Disabilities
a) The toilet flush controls are on the closed side of the stall. In each,
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
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maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush
device. Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.
b) No accessible coat hook has been provided. In each, 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.
c) The rear grab bar is only 24 inches. In each, 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. Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.17.6, Fig. 30.
d) In the toilet stall for persons with disabilities in the Women's room, the
toilet paper dispenser is mounted 47 inches from the rear wall. Provide a
toilet paper dispenser that is mounted with its top at least 1'/2 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 §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22,4,
4.17.3, Fig. 30(d).
e) In the Men's room, the urinal is inaccessible because the rim is mounted
26 '/2 inches above the finished floor and it lacks clear floor space.
Provide a urinal with an elongated rim mounted 17 inches or less above
the finished floor, a clear floor space of at least 30 inches wide and 48
inches deep centered on the urinal, and a flush control height of 44 inches
or less above the finished floor. Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.5, 4.18.2,
4.18.3, 4.18.4.
14. Within 36 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Sandra Delucca Developmental Center, located at 4560 NW
4th Terrace:
A. Entrance (NEW)
1) The entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 1 inch change in level at the
threshold to the door. Provide a door with a threshold no greater than inch, or
between'/4 inch and 'A inch and beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.
Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
2) The entrance ramp is inaccessible because there are not handrails on both sides,
the handrail is not continuous, and there is insufficient 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
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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 1'/4 inches and 1'/2 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 and 1'/ inches from the wall, 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 §§ 4.1,2(1), 4.1.2(2), 4.3.8, 4.8.
B. Signage (NEW): The permanent room signs are not accessible. Provide permanent
room signage with upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and numerals,
meeting the requirements of the Standards for character height, raised characters,
finish and contrast, accompanied by Grade 2 Braille; mounted on the wall adjacent to
the latch side of the door or on the nearest adjacent wall at a height of 60 inches above
the finished floor to the centerline of the sign; and located so that a person may
approach within 3 inches of the signage without encountering protruding objects or
standing within the swing of a door. Standards §§ 4.1.2(7), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5,
4.30.6.
C. Recreation Center Toilet Rooms with Stalls (EXISTING)
1) Men's and Women's. For each:
a) The toilet room lacks accessible signage. Provide a toilet room sign with
the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.
The sign shall be 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.
b) The toilet room 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.
c) The door to the toilet room, which is accessed from the latch side of the
door, is inaccessible because it has only 41 inches of maneuvering width.
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
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maneuvering space adjacent to the latch side of the door. Standards
§ 4.13,6, Fig. 25(c),
d) The route to the toilet room is inaccessible. Provide an accessible route to
the toilet room with required minimum width, passing space, head room,
surface textures, slopes, and changes in level. Standards §§ 4.3.1, 4.3.2,
4.3.3, 4.3.4, 4.3.5, 4.3.6, 4.3.7, 4.3.8.
e) 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.
f) The lavatory is inaccessible because the apron is mounted 26 % inches
above the finished floor and it lacks knee and 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.
g)
In the ambulatory stall, the partitions are mounted 40 and 41-1/2 inches
apart. Provide at least one stall that is exactly 36 inches wide with an
outward swinging, self -closing door and parallel grab bars complying with
Fig 30(d). Standards § § 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).
h) There is no toilet stall for persons who use wheelchairs. Provide a
"standard" 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, coat
hook, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards §§ 4.13, 4.16,
4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig. 30.
2) Men's Only:
a) The door to the toilet room is inaccessible because it has an opening width
of only 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.
b) The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated
or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Provide hot water and
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drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against
contact. Standards § 4.19.4.
D. Developmental Center: The counter is mounted 42 '/2 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 §§ 4.1.1(2), 7.2(2),
4.1.3(1), 4.3.
E. Toilet Rooms with Stalls (Development Center)
1) The toilet room signs are not mounted 60 inches above the finished floor on the
wall to the latch side of the doors. For each, provide a toilet room sign with
raised and Braille characters. The sign shall be 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.
2) The lavatory hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured
to protect against contact. For each, provide hot water and drain pipes that are
insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards
§§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.
3) In the toilet stalls for persons with disabilities, the toilet flush controls are on the
closed side of the stalls. In each, 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 §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.
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