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Existing 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.
§ 35.163(b), after having surveyed all facilities that are the subject of this Agreement for the
purpose of identifying those that have multiple entrances not all of which are accessible.
In order to ensure that each of the City's programs, services, and activities operating at a facility
that is the subject of this Agreement, when viewed in its entirety, are readily accessible to and
usable by persons with mobility impairments, the City will take the following actions:
1. Under the City's Capital Improvement Plan and other initiatives, many of the
facilities addressed in this Attachment are scheduled to be replaced,
substantially renovated, sold, or otherwise disposed of. The City will not be
required to make any modifications otherwise required by this Agreement and its
attachments regarding facilities or elements that will have been replaced or will
no longer be owned or operated by the City within the timeframes set forth in this
Attachment. To ensure that all design and construction is done in a way to
provide full access to City facilities, programs, and services for persons with
disabilities, consistent with available defenses such as technical infeasibility, for
each facility or element that is substantially renovated or replaced, the City will
timely submit to the Department a full set of plans and construction manuals. The
Department will review those plans and, ifs�o�dards1forsare required to bring Accessible Design, the the facility
or element into compliance with the ADA
Department will provide detailed comments to the City. The City will modify the
facility's or element's design and construction to conform to the Department's comments
prior to its being used by the public. This provision applies at least to the following
facilities or to elements of those facilities, and may apply to others:
A. Coconut Grove Expo Center
B. Coral Gate Park
C. Dinner Key Marina
D. Dorsey Park
E. Fern Island - South Fork Park
F. Fire Station 10
G. Fire Station 11
H. Gibson Park
I. Grapeland Heights Park
J. Robert King High Park
K. Knight Center
L. Legion Memorial Park
M. Lummus Park
N. Melreese Golf Course
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O. Morningside Park wood
P. Roberto Clemente Park/ Neighborhood Enhancement Team — Wynwood
Williams Park
R. The Orange Bowl
2. Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to the Administrative Building / Miami Riverside Center,
located at 444 S.W. 2nd Avenue:
A. Parking: Although the parking garage has a total of 600 parking spaces (plus 138
spaces in the lot under the overpass), there is an inadequate number of spaces
designated as reserved for persons with disabilities. On the shortest accessible
route to the accessible entrance, provide at least 2 van accessible spaces and 12
standard spaces designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Standards
§§ 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).
B. Accessible Route: Along the route from the garage to the garage exit, and on
various other floors near the stairs, the wall -mounted telephones protrude 7 inches
into the main walkway and would not be detectable to a blind person using a cane.
Provide accessible routes at these locations such that no objects with their bottom
leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor
protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.
Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches
maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.
Standards § § 4.1.2(3), 4.4.
C. Telephone (15' Floor - Near Equipment): The telephone on the 1st floor near the
equipment is inaccessible because it lacks clear floor spa a of atand
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30 inches by 48
Provide an accessible telephone with
inches that allows either a forward enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches
wheelchair such that bases, enc
to the telephone; with the highest operable part of the telephone mounted no more
than 48 inches above the floor for a front approach or no more than 54 inches
above the floor for a side approach; that is hearing aid compatible and has a
volume control mechanism; with telephone books, if provided, located between
15 and 48 inches above the finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and
54 inches above the finished floor for a side approach; with a cord of at least 29
inches long from the telephone to the handset; and with signage that complies
with the Standards. Standards §§ 4.1.3(17), 4.31, 4.30.7(2).
D. Garage Elevator: The fire hose cabinet protrudes
and would not be detectable toto the path of travel more ga
n
four inches at a height between 27 and
80 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
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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), 4.4.
E. Main Building Elevators: The elevators are inaccessible because the door
reopening devices do not remain effective for at least 20 seconds. For each,
provide doors that open and close automatically with a reopening device that will
stop and reopen the car door and hoistway door automatically if the door becomes
obstructed by an object or person. Ensure that the device is capable of completing
these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing through the
opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches above the finished floor; that door
reopening devices remain effective for at least 20 seconds, after which the doors
may close; that the minimum time from notification that a car is answering a call
until the doors of that car start to close is 5 seconds; and that the minimum time
for elevator'doors to remain fully open in response to a car call is 3 seconds.
Standards §§ 4.1.3(5), 4.10.6, 4.10.7, 4.10.8, Figs. 20, 21.
F. Ramp at Entrance: The ramp is inaccessible because the handrails are mounted
32 inches above the finished surface, lack 12 inch extensions, and are mounted a
distance of 2 inches from the wall. Provide handrails that are between 11/4 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. Standards § § 4.1.2(1), 4.1.2(2), 4.8.5.
G. First Floor Drinking Fountains: Although drinking fountains accessible to people
who use wheelchairs are provided in this location, there are no drinking fountains
provided for people who have difficulty bending or stooping. 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 § 4.1.3(10)(a).
H. Economic Development Office / First Floor: The counter is inaccessible because
the counter 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
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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.
Problems Common to Many Service Counters: The following service counters
are too high to be used by persons who use wheelchairs. For each, 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.
a) Front Lobby
(1) Main Counter
(2) Auxiliary Counter
b) Copy Room (Third Floor)
c) Administration Office (Fourth Floor)
d) Permit Office (Fourth Floor)
(1) Permit Counter
(2) Walk -Through Counter
e) Miami Field Service Office (Fourth Floor)
f) Finance Department (Sixth Floor)
(1) Purchasing Counter
(2) Bids and Contracts Counter
g) Customer Service (Sixth Floor)
h) Insurance and Safety Office (Sixth Floor)
i) Finance Office (Sixth Floor)
j) Office of the Auditor (Seventh Floor)
k) Office of Code Enforcement (Seventh Floor)
1) Capital Improvement (Eighth Floor)
m) Parks and Recreation (Eighth Floor)
n) Risk Management Office (Ninth Floor)
J. Problems Common to All Toilet Rooms
1) 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).
2) There is inadequate maneuvering clearance on the pull/ latch side of the
door. For each, on the pull side of the door, provide a path of travel at
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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
§§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(c). Alternatively, provide an automatic door
opening device on an accessible route and located within appropriate reach
ranges.
3) In the women's toilet rooms, the sanitary napkin dispensers are mounted
too high to be used by persons who use wheelchairs. In each such room,
provide a sanitary napkin 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 §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.
4) No accessible mirror has been provided. In each, provide a mirror with the
bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the
finished floor. Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.6.
5) In the toilet stalls for persons with disabilities, no accessible coat hook has
been provided. In each toilet stall for persons with disabilities, 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),
4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.
6) In the toilet stalls for persons with disabilities, the grab bars at the toilet
are mounted too low and the rear grab bars are only 24 inches long. In
each such stall, provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall
length with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall.
Ensure that grab bars are mounted between 33 and 36 inches above the
finished floor. Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.17.6, Fig. 30.
K. Zoning Information Table (Fourth Floor) The bottom edge of the zoning
information table is 25 inches above the finished floor. Provide an accessible
table on an accessible route at least 36 inches wide. Ensure that the table have
clear floor space of 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep, knee clearance of at least
27 inches high by 30 inches wide by 19 inches deep, and a writing surface
between 28 and 34 inches above the finished floor. Standards §§ 8.2, 4.2.4.1,
4.32.
3. Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to African Square Park, located at 1400 NW 62" Street:
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A. Parking: Although the parking lot has a total of 7 parking spaces, no van
accessible access aisle is provided and the pavement markings are not clear. On
the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide 1 van accessible
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. Recreation Center Lobby: The counter in the lobby is inaccessible because it is
mounted 42 inches above the finished floor and is 9 %x inches wide. 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.
C. The chess tables 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.
D. The route to the amphitheater stage is inaccessible because there is a 12 inch level
change. Provide at least one accessible route to the stage 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.
E. The permanent room signs throughout the facility are inaccessible. Provide
permanent room signage with upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and
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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.
F. There are no visual alarm appliances in the toilet rooms. If an 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.
G. Drinking Fountain in Recreation Center: The drinking fountain has a spout that is
40 inches above the finished floor. Provide a fountain that has a spout height no
higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground surface to the
spout outlet, and that otherwise complies with the Standards. 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 Ibf or Tess 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 within appropriate
reach ranges and on an accessible route. 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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H. Interior Toilet Rooms with Stalls
1) Men's and Women's. For each:
a) 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.
b) The door to the toilet room, which is accessed from the latch side
of the door, is inaccessible because it lacks adequate 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. 25(c).
c) 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 parallel approach by a person using
a wheelchair. Standards §§ 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.
d) 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.
e) There is no accessible toilet 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.
2) Men's Room Only:
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a) The door has knob hardware which 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 §§ 4.1.3(11),
4.22.2, 4.13.9.
b) 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 §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.6.
3) Women's Room Only: There is no accessible coat hook in the toilet stall
for persons with disabilities. 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.
I. Outdoor Toilet Rooms with Stalls
1) Men's and Women's. For each:
a) 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.
b) 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 parallel approach by a person using
a wheelchair. Standards § § 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.
c) 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.
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d) The toilet paper dispenser is inaccessible because it is mounted
above the grab bar. Provide a toilet paper dispenser that is
mounted with its top at least 1 % inches under the side grab bar and
36 inches or less from the rear wall and is centered at least 19
inches above the finished floor. Standards § 4.17.3, Fig. 30(d).
e) There is no rear grab bar provided. Provide a rear grab bar that is
at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more
than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above
the finished floor; with a diameter between 1'/4 and 1 %2 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 a toilet
seat cover dispenser. Standards §§ 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 30.
2) Men's Only: The toilet is inaccessible because the flush control is on the
closed side in the accessible 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.
3) Women's Only: The toilet is inaccessible because its centerline is 23 '/z
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.
4. Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Armbrister Park, located at 236 Grand Avenue:
A. The route to the playground equipment and the ballfields 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 % inch
vertically; and have a running slope of less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been
constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).
Standards §§ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.
B. 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
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is between 28 inches and 34 inches above the ground. Standards § § 4.32.3,
4.32.4.
C. Toilet Rooms with Stalls
1) Men's and Women's. For each:
a) 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.
b) There is no visual alarm appliance. If an audible alarm is provided
in the building, 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) The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are
mounted 61 inches above the finished floor. Provide a paper towel
dispenser with the controls a maximum height above the finished
floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side
approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48
inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using
a wheelchair. Standards §§ 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.
d) 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.
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e) The use of the side grab bar is obstructed because the toilet paper
dispenser is mounted above the grab bar. Provide a toilet paper
dispenser that is mounted with its top at least 1'/Z inches under the
side grab bar and 36 inches or less from the rear wall and is
centered at least 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards
§ 4.17.3, Fig. 30(d).
2) Men's Only: The toilet room door is inaccessible because there is a 2 %z
inch threshold. Provide a door with a threshold no greater than inch, or
between 'A inch and %z inch and beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2.
Standards § § 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
5. Within 36 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the City will complete the
following modifications to Athalie Range Park, located at 525 NW 62nd Street:
A. Parking at Recreation Center: Although the parking lot has a total of 37 parking
spaces, the designated spaces lack access aisles, and the accessible spaces 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), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).
B. Parking at Pool Area: Although the parking lot has a total of 49 parking spaces,
the designated spaces lack access aisles and 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,
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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).
C. The route from the parking lot to the recreation center is inaccessible because
there is a 1 inch change in level on the route. 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. The route from the recreation center to the playground, ball courts and picnic
tables 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
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.
E. The entrance door to the recreation center 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 % inch and is beveled
with a slope no greater than 1:2. Standards § § 4.13.8, 4.5.2.
F. The counter in the recreation center lobby is inaccessible because it is mounted 40
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.
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G. Throughout the recreation center, 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.
H. Pool Elements
1) The men's and women's exterior showers are inaccessible because there is
a 3 '/2 inch curb at the entrance to the showers. For shower stalls that are
exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep, provide a curb at the shower
entrance that is no higher than %2 inch. For shower stalls that are at least
30 inches deep and 60 inches wide, ensure that there is no curb or
threshold at the shower entrance. Standards § 4.21.7.
2) The lifeguard counter is inaccessible because it is mounted 41 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. Standards §§ 7.2(1), 4.3.
3) The ramp at the pool house entrance is inaccessible because it lacks hand
rail extensions as well as handrails on both 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. Standards
§ 4.8.5.
4) The outdoor hi-lo drinking fountain at the pool is inaccessible because the
high fountain is not detectable to a blind person using a cane. Provide an
accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom
leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the
finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors,
passageways, or aisles. Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons
may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the
ground or finished floor. Standards § 4.4.
I. Recreation Center Toilet Rooms with Stalls
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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) The door to the toilet room, which is accessed through a front
approach, is inaccessible because it has only 36 inches deep of
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. 25(c).
c) 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.
d) The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible because the controls are
mounted 57 and 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 parallel approach by a
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