ADA Handicap Parking Space Requirements In Austin, TX
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The Americans with Disability Act of 2010 clearly defines the basic parking space requirements of a parking lot which is used to determine its compliance. It contains all the various requirement at federal, state and local levels. It is aimed at ensuring parking spaces are usable by disabled people.
Handicap Parking RequirementADA requirements outline the minimum number of handicap accessible parking spaces for your parking lot. The requirements outline specifically for parking spaces that will allow people with disabilities to easily access the buildings. New buildings being constructed must meet this requirement while older properties are required to make all possible alteration to meet this requirement. The parking spaces must be connected to the shortest possible route to the entrance of the building. If the business has several entrances the accessible parking spaces must be evenly distributed. Public buildings must also remove the barrier of structural nature that is likely to inconvenience disabled visitors.
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Handicapped Parking Space Size
The parking space cannot be just a place labeled as handicap parking space. The ADA parking space requirements state that the access aisle has to be at least eight feet wide to accommodate for wheelchair accessibility. This is three feet more than a regular parking space. A vehicular clearance route of at least 98 inches is also required. Another alternative is minimum 8 feet wide for accessible space and 11 feet wide for van accessible space. This alternative must also have 98 inches vertical clearance. These spaces enable individuals to deploy vehicle mounted with wheelchair lifts and use wheelchairs and walkers. The parking space should also level with a maximum slope of 1.5.
ADA Sign Requirements
The handicap accessible parking must be clearly shown using the properly approved signage. The sign used in van accessible space should also include the phrase 'Van-Accessible'. The sign should be made easily visible once it is installed. The sign should be mounted such that the lower edge is at least five from the ground. The height also enables it to be visible to law enforcement.
The ADA parking space requirements have been put in place not to increase regulation on businesses but rather advocate for the needs of the disabled and make them feel respected and appreciated.
The ADA parking space requirements have been put in place not to increase regulation on businesses but rather advocate for the needs of the disabled and make them feel respected and appreciated.
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