HomeMy WebLinkAboutExhibit D - Attach K (3)Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise
configured to protect against contact. Standards § 4.19.4.
d) The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are
mounted 58 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 paraileI approach by a person using
a wheelchair. Standards §§ 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.
e) In the toilet stall for ambulatory people with disabilities, the
partitions are mounted 40 inches apart, the toilet is not centered in
the stall, and the flush control is too high. Provide at least one stall
that is exactly 36 inches wide with an outward swinging, self -
closing door and parallel grab bars complying with rig 30(d).
Standards §§ 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).
I) There is no toilet stall provided 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, and dispensers, comply with the
Standards. Standards §§ 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig. 30.
3) Drinking Fountains (Near the Toilet Rooms): Although an accessible
drinking fountain is provided, there is no drinking fountain provided for
people who have difficulty bending or stooping. Provide a drinking
fountain that is accessible to people who have difficulty bending or
stooping. This can be accommodated by the use of a "hi-lo" fountain; by
providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one
fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty
bending; by providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs
and a cup dispenser, or by such other means as would achieve the required
accessibility for each group of people. Standards § 4.1.3(10)(a).
14. Within 36 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Fern Island - South Fork Park, located at 1100 NW 22nd
Avenue:
A. Parking: Although the parking lot has a total of 35 parking spaces, none are
designated as reserved for people with disabilities. On the shortest accessible
route to the accessible entrance, provide 1 van accessible space and 1 standard
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space designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Standard accessible
spaces shall be a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least
60 inches wide. Van accessible spaces shall be a minimum of 96 inches wide and
served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide. All spaces designated as reserved
for people with disabilities shall have vertical signs with the International Symbol
of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles.
Van accessible spaces shall have an additional "Van -Accessible" sign located
below the International Symbol of Accessibility. Standards §§ 4.1.2(5), 4.6,
4.30.7(1).
B. Route: The routes from the parking reserved for persons with disabilities to the
playground equipment, the ballfield bleachers, and the toilet facilities are
inaccessible. Provide at least one accessible route within the boundary of the site
connecting 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/2
inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been
constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).
Standards §§ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
C. Men's and Women's Single User Toilet Rooms. 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.
15. Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Fire Station #2, located at 1901 North Miami Avenue:
A. Entrance Door: The entrance door is inaccessible because thumb latch hardware
is used. Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that
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does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever -operated mechanisms, push -type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards § 4.13.9.
B. Unisex, Single -User Toilet Room
1) The toilet room sign lacks Braille. 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 door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used.
Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hated 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 rear grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible because the overall length is
24 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;
mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between
1'/4 and 1 %s inches; with 1 %2 inches between the grab bar and the wall; and
at least 1'/a inches between the grab bar and any other object, such as a
toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards §§ 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 29.
16. Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Fire Station #3, located at 1103 NW 7th Street:
A. Parking: Although the parking lot has a total of 23 parking spaces, there is no
space designated as reserved for people with disabilities with an access aisle. On
the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide 1 van accessible
space designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Standard accessible
spaces shall be a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least
60 inches wide. Van accessible spaces shall be a minimum of 96 inches wide and
served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide. All spaces designated as reserved
for people with disabilities shall have vertical signs with the International Symbol
of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles.
Van accessible spaces shall have an additional "Van -Accessible" sign located
below the International Symbol of Accessibility. Standards §§ 4.1.2(5), 4.6,
4.30.7(1).
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B. Support Services Area: The service counter is inaccessible because it is mounted
42 inches above the finished floor. Provide a counter on an accessible route such
that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches
above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height
of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent
facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf
attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made
available to the public, or other means. Standards §§ 7.2(2), 4.3.
17. Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Fire Station #4, located at 1105 SW 2"d Avenue (Polling):
A. Entrance: The exterior entrance door is inaccessible because knob hardware is
used. Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that
does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever -operated mechanisms, push -type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards § 4.13.9.
18. Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Fire Station #5, located at 1200 NW 20th Street:
A. Entrance Door; The entrance door is inaccessible because thumb latch hardware
is used. Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that
does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever -operated mechanisms, push -type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards § 4.13.9.
B. There is inadequate clear floor space at the drinking fountain and the spout is too
high. 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 lbf or less to
operate without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; and are front
mounted or side mounted near the front edge. For each accessible drinking
fountain, provide a drinking fountain that is accessible to people who have
difficulty bending or stooping. This can be accommodated by the use of a "hi-lo"
fountain; by providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and
one fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty
bending; by providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a
cup dispenser; or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility
for each group of people. Standards § § 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27.
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C. Unisex, Single -User Toilet Room (Lobby)
1) 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.
2) No visual alarm appliance is provided in this toilet room. 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
§ 4.28.3.
3) The paper towel dispenser is mounted 54 inches above the finished floor
and requires a forward approach. 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.
4) The soap dispenser is mounted more than 48 inches above the finished
floor and requires a forward approach. Provide a soap 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.
5) No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the
bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above
the finished floor. Standards § 4.19.6.
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6) 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.
7) The lavatory is inaccessible because it has hardware that requires twisting
of the wrist to operate. 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.
19. Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Fire Station #6, located at 701 NW 36th Street:
A. Entrance Doors
1) The entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 1 'A inch change in
level at the threshold to the door. Provide an accessible door with a
threshold that is no greater than 1/4 inch, or is no greater than 'A inch and is
beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2. Standards §§ 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
2) The entrance door thumb latch hardware is inaccessible. Provide a door
with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require
tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate. Lever -
operated mechanisms, push -type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are
acceptable designs. Standards § 4.13.9.
B. The drinking fountain is not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs. 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 lbf or less to operate
without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; and are front mounted or
side mounted near the front edge. Alternatively, provide a cup dispenser and cups
on an accessible route and within appropriate reach ranges. Additionally, provide
a drinking fountain that is accessible to people who have difficulty bending or
stooping. This can be accommodated by the use of a "hi-lo" fountain; by
providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain
at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by
providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup
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dispenser; or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility for
each group of people. Standards §§ 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27.
C. Unisex, Single -User Toilet Room
1) The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are
mounted more than 48 inches above the finished floor over the urinal.
Provide a paper towel dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5
for a forward reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is
accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward
or parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.
Standards § § 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.
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.
The rear grab bar at the toilet is 24 inches long. 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.
20. Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Fire Station # 7, located at 314 Beacon Boulevard
(POLLING):
A. 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) 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 § 4.13.11(2)(b).
3) 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
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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.
4) The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are
mounted 63 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.
5) There are inadequate knee and toe clearances at the lavatory. 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 Ieast 29 inches above the
finished floor; and knee and toe clearances than comply with Fig. 31.
Standards § 4.19.2, Fig. 31.
6) The toilet is inaccessible because there is insufficient clear floor space.
Provide clear floor space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28.
Standards § 4.16.2, Fig. 28.
7) The toilet flush control valve 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.
8) The toilet is inaccessible because the top of the seat is 16 inches above the
finished floor. Provide a toilet with a seat that is 17 to 19 inches above the
finished floor. Standards §§ 4.16.3, 4.17.2, Fig. 30(d).
9) The toilet is inaccessible because its centerline is 22 inches from the side
wall. Provide a toilet with a centerline that is 18 inches from the near side
wall. Standards § 4.17.3, Fig. 30.
10) There are no grab bars provided. Provide a rear grab bar that is at Ieast 36
inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from
the side wall, and a side grab bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length,
with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear wall and the
closer end 12 inches or less from the rear wall. Ensure that the grab bars
are mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter
between 1'/4 and 1 % inches; with 1 %s inches between the grab bars and the
wall; and at least 1 %z inches between the grab bars and any other object,
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such as a toilet paper dispenser or a toilet seat cover dispenser. Standards
§ § 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 29.
21. Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications Fire Station #8, located at 2975 Oak Avenue (POLLING):
A. The entrance door hardware is inaccessible. Provide a door with hardware that is
easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or
twisting of the wrist to operate. Lever -operated mechanisms, push -type
mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs. Standards § 4.13.9.
B. Drinking Fountain In Lobby: The drinking fountain in the lobby 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 aUow a, person in a wheelchair to approach the
unit facing forward. Alternatively, provide a cup dispenser and cups located on an
accessible route and within appropriate reach ranges. Additionally, provide a
drinking fountain that is accessible to people who have difficulty bending or
stooping. This can be accommodated by the use of a "hi-lo" fountain; by
providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain
at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by
providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup
dispenser; or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility for
each group of people. Standards §§ 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27. Standards § 4.15.5(1),
Figs. 27(a), (b).
C. 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) The door is inaccessible because it has knob hardware that requires tight
grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate. Provide a door with
hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or
twisting of the wrist. Lever -operated, push -type, and U-shaped handles
are acceptable designs. Standards § 4.13.9.
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3) The entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 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 inch and is beveled with a
slope no greater than 1:2. Standards §§ 4.13.8, 4.5.2
4) No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the
bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above
the finished floor. Standards § 4.19.6.
5) No visual alarm appliance is provided in this toilet room. 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
§ 4.28.3.
6) The rear grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible because the overall length is
26 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;
mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between
1'/, and 1 % inches; with 1 Y2 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 §§ 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 29.
22, Within 6 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Fire Station #9, located at 69 NE 62nd Street:
A. The front door to the fire station, which is accessed through a front approach, is
inaccessible because it lacks sufficient 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 § 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).
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B. There are two entrances, but even after the modifications in the previous
paragraph are made, there will only be one accessible entrance. Provide
accessible, directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at
inaccessible entrances directing users to the accessible entrance, and provide
accessible signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all permanent
accessible entrances. Standards §§ 4.1.3(8)(d), 4.13, 4.30.
C. 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.
D. The drinking fountain in the lobby has a spout that is 41 inches above the finished
floor; the water flow is not 3 inches high, and it is not accessible for a forward or
parallel approach. Provide a drinking fountain with a spout height no higher than
36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground surface to the spout outlet;
and a spout located at the front of the unit that directs the water flow in a
trajectory that is nearly parallel to the front of the unit and is positioned so the
flow of water is within 3 inches of the front edge of the fountain and at least 4
inches high. Ensure that fountain controls are operable with one hand, require 5
lbf or less to operate without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; and
are front mounted or side mounted near the front edge. Alternatively, provide a
cup dispenser and cups on an accessible route and within appropriate reach
ranges. Additionally, provide a drinking fountain that is accessible to people who
have difficulty bending or stooping. This can be accommodated by the use of a
"hi-lo" fountain; by providing one fountain accessible to those who use
wheelchairs and one fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have
difficulty bending; by providing a fountain accessible to people who use
wheelchairs and a cup dispenser; or by such other means as would achieve the
required accessibility for each group of people. Standards § § 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig.
27.
E. Single User Toilet Room
1) The toilet room sign is inaccessible. 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
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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.
The door to the toilet room, which is accessed from the latch side of the
door, is inaccessible because it lacks maneuvering clearance. On the pull
side of the door, provide a path of travel at least 48 inches wide for a side
approach and at least 24 inches of clear maneuvering space adjacent to the
latch side of the door. Standards § 4.13.6, Fig. 25c).
The door hardware requires tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the
wrist to operate. Provide a door with hardware usable with one hand and
without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. Lever -operated,
push -type, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs. Standards
§ 4.13.9.
4) No visual alarm appliance is provided in this toilsâ–ş room. 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
§ 4.28.3.
5) The soap dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are mounted 55
inches above the finished floor. Provide a soap 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.
6) The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are
mounted 56 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
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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.
7) 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.
8) The lavatory is inaccessible because it has hardware that requires twisting
of the wrist to operate. 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.
9) There are no side wall or rear grab bars provided. Provide a rear grab bar
that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than
6 inches from the side wall, and a side grab bar that is at least 42 inches in
overall length, with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear
wall and the closer end 12 inches or less from the rear wall. Ensure that
the grab bars are mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a
diameter between 1 % and 1'/% inches; with 1 %z inches between the grab
bars and the wall; and at least 1 %2 inches between the grab bars and any
other object, such as a toilet paper dispenser or a toilet seat cover
dispenser. Standards § § 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 29.
23. Within 36 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Fire Station #10, located at 4101 NW 7th Street:
A. Entrance: The route from parking reserved for persons with disabilities into the
fire station is inaccessible because there are 3 steps at the entrance. 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 § § 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.3 As a program access measure, if the bay doors are
used as the accessible entrance, provide a call button located near the bottom of
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the steps on an accessible route and within accessible reach ranges for persons
with disabilities to summon assistance.
24. Within 6 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Fire Station #11, located at 5920 West Flagler Street
(POLLING):
A. Entrance: The route into the fire station is inaccessible because there is a step at
the entrance. 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 §§ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
25. Within 6 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Fire Station #12, located at 1455 NW 46th Street:
A. Parking: Although the parking lot has a total of 4 parking spaces, the one that is
designated as reserved for people with disabilities has an access aisle that is too
narrow. On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide 1 van
accessible space designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Van
accessible spaces shall be a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access
aisles at least 96 inches wide. All spaces designated as reserved for people with
disabilities shall have vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility
located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles. Van accessible
spaces shall have an additional "Van -Accessible" sign located below the
International Symbol of Accessibility. Standards § § 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).
B. Ramp: The ramp lacks edge protection. Provide edge protection at least 2 inches
high at the drop off sides. Standards § 4.8.7.
C. Entrance Door: There is an excessive change in level at the threshold to the
sliding security gate and the threshold is not beveled on both sides. Provide an
accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 'A inch, or is no greater
than inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2. Standards §§ 4.13.8,
4.5.2.
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26. Within 36 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Gibson Park, located at 401 NW 13th Street:
A. Entrance to Recreation Building
1) The entrance door is inaccessible because there is a 1 inch change in level
at the threshold to the door. Provide an accessible door with a threshold
that is no greater than 'A inch, or is no greater than 'A inch and is beveled
with a slope no greater than 1:2. Standards §§ 4.13.8, 4.5.2
2) The door from the stage to the recreation area is inaccessible because there
is a 1 inch change in level at the threshold to the door. Provide an
accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than 'A inch, or is no
greater than %s inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.
Standards §§ 4.13.8, 4.5.2
B. No visual alarms are provided. If audible alarms are 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.
C. Ramp Outside Theater Stage: The ramp is inaccessible because the handrail does
not extend the full length of the ramp, there is a change in level at the top of the
ramp, there is no level landing at the bottom of the ramp, the handrails are 32
inches above the finished floor, the handrails lack extensions, and the ends of the
handrails do not smoothly return to the floor. 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 11/4 inches and 1'/s 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
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approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.
Standards §§ 4.3.8, 4.8.
D. The ramp to the back of the stage is inaccessible because the handrails are 31 '/2
inches above the finished floor and 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; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop
off sides. Provide handrails that are between 1'/4 inches and 1'/x inches in
diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp,
extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with
the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38
inches above the ramp surface and 1 Y2 inches from the wall, with ends rounded or
returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within
their fittings. Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will
not accumulate on walking surfaces. Standards §§ 4.3.8, 4.8.
E. The door to the classroom is 26 inches wide. 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.
F. Ramp to Sundeck: The ramp is inaccessible because the slope on the second leg
is 5.6 degrees, it lacks a level landing, 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 1'/4 inches and 11/2 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, 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.
G. Ramp to the Pool: The ramp contains numerous inaccessible features (handrails
are too low and lack extensions, slope is too steep, and the ramp lacks required
landings). 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 Ph inches and 1 %2 inches in diameter with a continuous gripping
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surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top
and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are
mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface and 1'/x inches
from the wall, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post,
and that they do not rotate within their fittings. Ensure that the ramp and
approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.
Standards §§ 4.3.8, 4.8.
H. The Ramp to the Bleacher Seating Area: There is no accessible route to the ramp.
Provide at least one accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting
the ramp to the bleacher seating area 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.
The Outside Stage: There is no directional signage pointing patrons with
disabilities to the accessible route to the stage. Provide accessible, directional
signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at the inaccessible route to
the stage directing users to the accessible route to the stage, and provide
accessible signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at the accessible
route to the stage. Standards §§ 4.1.3(8)(d), 4.13, 4.30.
J. Recreation Area Toilet Rooms with Stalls
1) Men's and Women's. For each:
a) The locker room lacks an accessible sign. Provide a toilet room
sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall
adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign
60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person
can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an
obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards
§§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.
b) The door hardware required tight grasping, pinching or twisting of
the wrist to operate. Provide a door with hardware usable with one
hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist.
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Lever -operated, push -type, and U-shaped handles are acceptable
designs. Standards § 4.13.9.
c) 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.
d) Toilet Stall for Persons with Disabilities
(1) No accessible coat hook has been provided. Provide a coat
hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48
inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side
approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30
by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a
person using a wheelchair, Standards § § 4.25.2, 4.25.3,
4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.
(2) The closer end of the side grab bar is 13 inches from the
rear wall and is 37 (women's) and 37 1/2 (men's) inches
above the finished floor. Provide a side grab bar that is at
least 40 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted
at least 52 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 %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 the toilet paper dispenser. Standards
§§ 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Figs. 30(a), (d).
The accessible lavatory in the standard accessible toilet stall
lacks an accessible soap dispenser. Provide a soap
dispenser with mechanical controls, if any, that can be
operated with 5 lbf 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 §§ 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.27.4, 4.2.4,
4.2.5, 4.2.6.
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2) Men's Only: The flush control valve in the standard accessible stall 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, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.
3) Women's Only:
a) There is inadequate maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the
pull side of the door. 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) The soap dispenser located over the lavatories is 49 °/2 inches above
the finished floor and requires a forward reach. Provide a soap
dispenser such that the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward
reach or with Fig. 6 for a side reach and such that it is accompanied
by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or
parallel approach, respectively, by a person using a wheelchair.
Standards §§ 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.
c) The coin slot to the sanitary napkin dispenser is 55 %2 inches above
the finished floor. Provide a sanitary napkin dispenser such that
the controls comply with Fig. 5 for a forward reach or with Fig. 6
for a side reach and such that it is accompanied by clear floor space
of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach,
respectively, by a person using a wheelchair. Standards § § 4.27.2,
4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.
27. Within 36 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Grapeland Heights Park, located at 1550 NW 37th Avenue:
28. Within 36 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Juan Pablo Duarte Park, located at 2800 NW 17th Avenue:
A. Parking: Although the parking lot has a total of 47 parking spaces, an inadequate
number are designated as reserved for people with disabilities. 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. Standard
accessible spaces shall be a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access
aisles at least 60 inches wide. Van accessible spaces shall be a minimum of 96
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inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide. All spaces
designated as reserved for people with disabilities shall have vertical signs with
the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be
obstructed by parked vehicles. Van accessible spaces shall have an additional
"Van -Accessible" sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility.
Standards §§ 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).
B. Computer Room: The computer 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. Accessible Route to Ball Field and Existing Field House: The route to the ball
field is inaccessible because it is blocked by the fountain. 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 §§ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
D. Toilet Rooms with Stalls at Recreation Building
1) Men's and Women's. For each:
a) The toilet room sign is inaccessible. 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) There is no side grab bar provided. Provide a side grab bar that is
at least 40 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at
least 52 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 1'/4 and 1'/2 inches; with 1'/2 inches
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