Site Accessibility Evaluation
Americans with Disabilities Act
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
Fire Department Complex
375 Printers Pkwy
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Accessibility Evaluation
Inspection Date: 12/12/2016
Inspectors: Robert Hernandez
Prepared By
City of Colorado Springs
(719) 385 - 5175
https://coloradosprings.gov/
Report Date: 01/17/2025
FOR RECORD:
FROM: Robert L. Hernandez, Title II ADA/Section 504 – Manager
DATE: 01/17/2025
SUBJECT: Fire Department Complex Self-Evaluation
1. On 12/12/2016, Title II ADA / Section 504 Coordinator(s) from the Office of Accessibility performed a Title II - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation. This evaluation was performed in accordance with 1991/2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.
2. Priorities for removing barriers are assigned in accordance with the ADA Checklist for Existing Facilities, promulgated by the ADA National Network. The checklist follows the four priorities listed in the Department of Justice ADA Title III regulations. These priorities are equally applicable to state and local government facilities:
Priority 1 - Accessible approach and entrance
Priority 2 - Access to goods and services
Priority 3 - Access to public toilet rooms
Priority 4 - Access to other items such as water fountains and public telephones
3. Corrective actions to findings were / will be submitted to the City maintenance work request system and will be managed in accordance with the City Transition Plan. Note: Recommended corrections may be modified where appropriate. Corrections are developed in consideration of the “Program Access” provisions of Title II, where applicable.
4. A copy of this report will be maintained by the Office of Accessibility. Updates to the findings included in this report will be available at the following link: https://access6.bluedag.com/access/barriers/GfhHF91nlvMItTaD4rVzj85XBKNZxywJ. Alternatively, this link is available from the Office of Accessibility’s webpage on the City of Colorado Springs website.
City of Colorado Springs Title II ADA/Section 504 – Manager
30 S. Nevada Ave, Suite 301
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
ADACompliance@coloradosprings.gov
Atch 1. City of Colorado Springs, ADA Self-Evaluation Report
Sincerely,
Robert Hernandez
Table of Contents
Findings
Exterior - Parking
BFID: 184125
The van accessible parking stall is not wide enough. It is 9'-3" with a 5'-0" aisle.
Each parking space must be at least 11 feet wide and shall be marked to define the width. The measurements of parking spaces and access aisles shall be made from the centerline of the markings. The access aisle shall be 5'-0" wide.
Alternatively, the stall can be 8 feet wide minimum and the access aisle may be 8 feet wide.
Each parking space must be at least 11 feet wide and shall be marked to define the width. The measurements of parking spaces and access aisles shall be made from the centerline of the markings. The access aisle shall be 5'-0" wide.
Alternatively, the stall can be 8 feet wide minimum and the access aisle may be 8 feet wide.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.2
Car parking spaces shall be 96 inches (2440 mm) wide minimum and van parking spaces shall be 132 inches (3350 mm) wide minimum, shall be marked to define the width, and shall have an adjacent access aisle complying with 502.3.
Car parking spaces shall be 96 inches (2440 mm) wide minimum and van parking spaces shall be 132 inches (3350 mm) wide minimum, shall be marked to define the width, and shall have an adjacent access aisle complying with 502.3.
As Built:
The van accessible parking space and aisle are not adequately sized.
Recommendation:
Restripe the parking space and access aisle to either an 11'-0" space with a 5'-0" aisle, or an 8'-0" space with an 8'-0" aisle.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
CSFD
BFID: 184126
The parking signs are mounted too low, at 48".
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.6
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
The signs designating the accessible parking are mounted at 48".
Recommendation:
Increase the height of the signs to 60".
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
CSFD
Corrected Condition:
N/A
BFID: 184127
The concrete expansion joint is spaced greater than a 1/2 inch.
Openings in floor or ground surfaces shall not allow passage of a sphere more than 1/2 inch diameter. Elongated openings shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel.
Openings in floor or ground surfaces shall not allow passage of a sphere more than 1/2 inch diameter. Elongated openings shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 302.3
Openings in floor or ground surfaces shall not allow passage of a sphere more than 1/2 inch (13 mm) diameter except as allowed in 407.4.3, 409.4.3, 410.4, 810.5.3 and 810.10. Elongated openings shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel.
Openings in floor or ground surfaces shall not allow passage of a sphere more than 1/2 inch (13 mm) diameter except as allowed in 407.4.3, 409.4.3, 410.4, 810.5.3 and 810.10. Elongated openings shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
There are several cracks in the asphalt up to 3" wide and up to 5" deep.
Recommendation:
Fill the cracks. The cracking is fairly extensive in the accessible parking area; consider repaving this area.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
CSFD
Corrected Condition:
N/A
Exterior - Accessible Routes
BFID: 184128
The change in level where the gutter meets the curb ramp is greater than 1/4 inch.
1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less. Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less. Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 303.3
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
As Built:
The parking lot curb ramp has a 1" wide by 1" deep gap where the pavement meets the curb ramp.
Recommendation:
Fill the gap - will likely need to do a cut out and patch back.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184129
The change in level where the gutter meets the curb ramp is greater than 1/4 inch.
1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less. Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less. Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 303.3
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
As Built:
There is a 3/4" lip at the top of the curb ramp at the accessible parking.
Recommendation:
Grind flush, take out conduit and fill gap.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184130
The change in level where the gutter meets the curb ramp is greater than 1/4 inch.
1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less. Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less. Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 303.3
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
As Built:
There is a 1/2" lip at the bottom of the curb ramp near the accessible parking.
Recommendation:
Grind flush or cut out patch back asphalt to match.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184131
Between the sidewalk drain and the concrete, there are gaps up to 1-1/4" wide and up to 1/2" deep.
There is intermittent spalling the length (54") of the metal drainage mesh.
The walkway contains abrupt vertical edges and/or variations over a 1/4 inch.
1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less.
Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
There is intermittent spalling the length (54") of the metal drainage mesh.
The walkway contains abrupt vertical edges and/or variations over a 1/4 inch.
1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less.
Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 303.3
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
2010 ADAS Section 303.2
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be permitted to be vertical.
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
2010 ADAS Section 303.2
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be permitted to be vertical.
As Built:
At the main entrance, the sidewalk drain has extensive spalling where it meets the pavement.
Recommendation:
Cut out areas adjacent to drain and pour back.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
CSFD
Interior - Entrance
BFID: 184132
The transaction counter is too high.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches long minimum and 36 inches high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. Knee and toe space must be provided for a forward approach. A 30 inch by 48 inch clear floor space on an accessible route must be provided for either a forward or parallel approach.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches long minimum and 36 inches high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. Knee and toe space must be provided for a forward approach. A 30 inch by 48 inch clear floor space on an accessible route must be provided for either a forward or parallel approach.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 904.4.1
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. A clear floor or ground space complying with 305 shall be positioned for a parallel approach adjacent to the 36 inch (915 mm) minimum length of counter.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. A clear floor or ground space complying with 305 shall be positioned for a parallel approach adjacent to the 36 inch (915 mm) minimum length of counter.
As Built:
The service counter height is 42".
Recommendation:
Provide a portion of counter at least 36" wide, maximum 36" tall.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184133
The shelf or storage facility is positioned too high for either a side or front approach.
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel or front approach and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground and the low side reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel or front approach and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground and the low side reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
2010 ADAS Section 308.3.1
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
2010 ADAS Section 308.3.1
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
As Built:
The after hours security key drop off is 55" high.
Recommendation:
Lower the key drop to 48" maximum, especially if it is intended to be used by the public.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSFD
Interior - Fire Marshal's area
BFID: 184134
The transaction counter is too high, at 42-1/2" high. The side table only has 26" knee clearance.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches long minimum and 36 inches high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. Knee and toe space must be provided for a forward approach. A 30 inch by 48 inch clear floor space on an accessible route must be provided for either a forward or parallel approach.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches long minimum and 36 inches high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. Knee and toe space must be provided for a forward approach. A 30 inch by 48 inch clear floor space on an accessible route must be provided for either a forward or parallel approach.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 904.4.1
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. A clear floor or ground space complying with 305 shall be positioned for a parallel approach adjacent to the 36 inch (915 mm) minimum length of counter.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. A clear floor or ground space complying with 305 shall be positioned for a parallel approach adjacent to the 36 inch (915 mm) minimum length of counter.
As Built:
The fire marshal's counter is 42-1/2" high.
Recommendation:
Continue to use the freestanding table for customers who need a lower counter space, but consider replacing with a table having 27" to 34" knee clearance.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184137
The tactile sign is incorrectly located, and is 85" from the door. In addition, the sign is mounted 61" to the Braille.
Where a tactile sign is provided at a door, the sign shall be located alongside the door at the latch side.
Where a tactile sign is provided at a door, the sign shall be located alongside the door at the latch side.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.2
Where a tactile sign is provided at a door, the sign shall be located alongside the door at the latch side. Where a tactile sign is provided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a tactile sign is provided at double doors with two active leafs, the sign shall be located to the right of the right hand door. Where there is no wall space at the latch side of a single door or at the right side of double doors, signs shall be located on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing tactile characters shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the tactile characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Where a tactile sign is provided at a door, the sign shall be located alongside the door at the latch side. Where a tactile sign is provided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a tactile sign is provided at double doors with two active leafs, the sign shall be located to the right of the right hand door. Where there is no wall space at the latch side of a single door or at the right side of double doors, signs shall be located on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing tactile characters shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the tactile characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
As Built:
The sign for the conference room is too far from the doorway.
Recommendation:
Move the sign closer to the door, 18" from the latch side of the door. Mount the sign on the window.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSFD
BFID: 184135
Compliant room identification signs are missing on the strike side of the door.
Wall signs identifying permanent rooms and spaces of a building shall be in a horizontal format and the characters raised 1/32 inch minimum and shall be sans serif uppercase characters a minimum of 5/8 inch and a maximum of 2 inches high. Contracted Grade 2 Braille shall be in a horizontal format and shall be placed a minimum of 3/8 inch and a maximum of 1/2 inch directly below the tactile characters; flush left or centered. Dots shall be 1/10 inch on center in each cell with 2/10-inch space between cells, measured from the second column of dots in the first cell to the first column of dots in the second cell. Dots shall be raised a minimum of 1/40 inch above the background. Braille dots shall be domed or rounded. Signs with raised characters or Braille shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.
Wall signs identifying permanent rooms and spaces of a building shall be in a horizontal format and the characters raised 1/32 inch minimum and shall be sans serif uppercase characters a minimum of 5/8 inch and a maximum of 2 inches high. Contracted Grade 2 Braille shall be in a horizontal format and shall be placed a minimum of 3/8 inch and a maximum of 1/2 inch directly below the tactile characters; flush left or centered. Dots shall be 1/10 inch on center in each cell with 2/10-inch space between cells, measured from the second column of dots in the first cell to the first column of dots in the second cell. Dots shall be raised a minimum of 1/40 inch above the background. Braille dots shall be domed or rounded. Signs with raised characters or Braille shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 216.2
Interior and exterior signs identifying permanent rooms and spaces shall comply with 703.1, 703.2, and 703.5. Where pictograms are provided as designations of permanent interior rooms and spaces, the pictograms shall comply with 703.6 and shall have text descriptors complying with 703.2 and 703.5.
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.2
Where a tactile sign is provided at a door, the sign shall be located alongside the door at the latch side. Where a tactile sign is provided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a tactile sign is provided at double doors with two active leafs, the sign shall be located to the right of the right hand door. Where there is no wall space at the latch side of a single door or at the right side of double doors, signs shall be located on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing tactile characters shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the tactile characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Interior and exterior signs identifying permanent rooms and spaces shall comply with 703.1, 703.2, and 703.5. Where pictograms are provided as designations of permanent interior rooms and spaces, the pictograms shall comply with 703.6 and shall have text descriptors complying with 703.2 and 703.5.
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.2
Where a tactile sign is provided at a door, the sign shall be located alongside the door at the latch side. Where a tactile sign is provided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a tactile sign is provided at double doors with two active leafs, the sign shall be located to the right of the right hand door. Where there is no wall space at the latch side of a single door or at the right side of double doors, signs shall be located on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing tactile characters shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the tactile characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
As Built:
The signage at the fire marshal's area is not tactile/Braille.
Recommendation:
Replace with compliant signage.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184136
The shelf or storage facility is positioned too high for either a side or front approach.
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel or front approach and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground and the low side reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel or front approach and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground and the low side reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
2010 ADAS Section 308.3.1
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
2010 ADAS Section 308.3.1
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
As Built:
The reading materials and resources in the fire marshal's area are too high.
Recommendation:
Be ready, willing & able to assist customers when they need assistance.
Install signage directing customers to request assistance.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
Interior - Fire Museum (1st floor)
BFID: 184138
The transaction counter is too high.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches long minimum and 36 inches high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. Knee and toe space must be provided for a forward approach. A 30 inch by 48 inch clear floor space on an accessible route must be provided for either a forward or parallel approach.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches long minimum and 36 inches high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. Knee and toe space must be provided for a forward approach. A 30 inch by 48 inch clear floor space on an accessible route must be provided for either a forward or parallel approach.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 904.4.1
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. A clear floor or ground space complying with 305 shall be positioned for a parallel approach adjacent to the 36 inch (915 mm) minimum length of counter.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. A clear floor or ground space complying with 305 shall be positioned for a parallel approach adjacent to the 36 inch (915 mm) minimum length of counter.
As Built:
The counter with the guestbook is higher than 36".
Recommendation:
Move the guestbook to a counter or table that is no higher than 36".
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184140
The transaction counter is too high.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches long minimum and 36 inches high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. Knee and toe space must be provided for a forward approach. A 30 inch by 48 inch clear floor space on an accessible route must be provided for either a forward or parallel approach.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches long minimum and 36 inches high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. Knee and toe space must be provided for a forward approach. A 30 inch by 48 inch clear floor space on an accessible route must be provided for either a forward or parallel approach.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 904.4.1
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. A clear floor or ground space complying with 305 shall be positioned for a parallel approach adjacent to the 36 inch (915 mm) minimum length of counter.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. A clear floor or ground space complying with 305 shall be positioned for a parallel approach adjacent to the 36 inch (915 mm) minimum length of counter.
As Built:
The sales counter is 40" high.
Recommendation:
Replace with a counter at least 36" wide that is maximum 36" high, or acquire an additional, compliant counter .
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184139
The route of travel at this location does not provide a minimum width of 36 inches.
The clear width shall be permitted to be reduced to 32 inches minimum for a length of 24 inches maximum provided that reduced width segments are separated by segments that are 48 inches long minimum and 36 inches wide minimum.
The clear width shall be permitted to be reduced to 32 inches minimum for a length of 24 inches maximum provided that reduced width segments are separated by segments that are 48 inches long minimum and 36 inches wide minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.5.1
Except as provided in 403.5.2 and 403.5.3, the clear width of walking surfaces shall be 36 inches (915 mm) minimum.
Except as provided in 403.5.2 and 403.5.3, the clear width of walking surfaces shall be 36 inches (915 mm) minimum.
As Built:
The accessible path of travel reduces to 27" by the 1926 Ahrens-Fox pumper firetruck.
Recommendation:
When the rope barrier is moved, there is 32" path of travel. Be careful in the future to keep a 36" path of travel.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
Interior - Fire Museum (2nd floor)
BFID: 184141
State and local governments have an obligation to make their programs and services accessible to persons with disabilities. This may or may not require the alteration, addition or construction of existing facilities which predate The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.
Under the Code of Federal Regulations Section 35.151(b)(2) State and Local Government Title II entities may provide programmatic access where alterations to existing facilities would result
in undue financial and administrative burdens.
For Example, A public entity has six courtrooms in two existing buildings and determines that only three of those courtrooms and the public use and common use areas serving those courtrooms in one building are needed to be made accessible in order to satisfy its program
access obligations. The entity must comply with 2010 Standards unless compliance would result in undue financial and administrative burdens and must take other actions that would not result in an undue financial burden to ensure access to persons with disabilities. This may include the scheduling of the various types of cases, hearings etc. in accessible courtrooms and relocating them where necessary to accommodate persons with disabilities. Having a defined program and effective communication process in place to ensure the public and employees can request accommodations is necessary to ensure equal access to the county’s court system.
Program access is not part of this evaluation and this information is being provided as an advisory only.
Under the Code of Federal Regulations Section 35.151(b)(2) State and Local Government Title II entities may provide programmatic access where alterations to existing facilities would result
in undue financial and administrative burdens.
For Example, A public entity has six courtrooms in two existing buildings and determines that only three of those courtrooms and the public use and common use areas serving those courtrooms in one building are needed to be made accessible in order to satisfy its program
access obligations. The entity must comply with 2010 Standards unless compliance would result in undue financial and administrative burdens and must take other actions that would not result in an undue financial burden to ensure access to persons with disabilities. This may include the scheduling of the various types of cases, hearings etc. in accessible courtrooms and relocating them where necessary to accommodate persons with disabilities. Having a defined program and effective communication process in place to ensure the public and employees can request accommodations is necessary to ensure equal access to the county’s court system.
Program access is not part of this evaluation and this information is being provided as an advisory only.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section Advisory
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As Built:
The fire safety video on the 2nd floor lacks captioning.
Recommendation:
Turn on the captioning on the video, or obtain a copy of the video with captioning.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSFD
BFID: 184142
The sign providing directional and information is noncompliant. The text on the sign is only 1/8" tall; it should be 5/8" tall. In addition, the sign is mounted too high.
Signs that identify, direct to or give information about accessible elements and features of a building or site, shall have a non-glare finish, contrast with their background, be selected from fonts where the width of the uppercase letter "O" is 55 percent minimum and 110 percent maximum of the height of the uppercase letter "I". Characters shall be uppercase or lowercase or a combination of both, conventional in form and shall not be italic, oblique, script, highly decorative, or of other unusual forms and be sized according to the viewing distance.
Signs that identify, direct to or give information about accessible elements and features of a building or site, shall have a non-glare finish, contrast with their background, be selected from fonts where the width of the uppercase letter "O" is 55 percent minimum and 110 percent maximum of the height of the uppercase letter "I". Characters shall be uppercase or lowercase or a combination of both, conventional in form and shall not be italic, oblique, script, highly decorative, or of other unusual forms and be sized according to the viewing distance.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 216.3
Signs that provide direction to or information about interior spaces and facilities of the site shall comply with 703.5.
Signs that provide direction to or information about interior spaces and facilities of the site shall comply with 703.5.
As Built:
The text on the informational sign at the fire safety video is too small.
Recommendation:
Obtain a sign with larger text, and mount it lower.
As of May 2019, a more detailed sign has been installed.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
Interior - Men's Restroom
BFID: 184143
The door exceeds the maximum pressure to open the door.
Interior doors shall have a maximum opening force of 5 pounds.
These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door or gate in a closed position. Door closers and gate closers shall be adjusted so that from an open position of 90 degrees, the time required to move the door to a position of 12 degrees from the latch is 5 seconds minimum.
Door and gate spring hinges shall be adjusted so that from the open position of 70 degrees, the door or gate shall move to the closed position in 1.5 seconds minimum.
Interior doors shall have a maximum opening force of 5 pounds.
These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door or gate in a closed position. Door closers and gate closers shall be adjusted so that from an open position of 90 degrees, the time required to move the door to a position of 12 degrees from the latch is 5 seconds minimum.
Door and gate spring hinges shall be adjusted so that from the open position of 70 degrees, the door or gate shall move to the closed position in 1.5 seconds minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.9
Fire doors shall have a minimum opening force allowable by the appropriate administrative authority. The force for pushing or pulling open a door or gate other than fire doors shall be as follows: 1. Interior hinged doors and gates: 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum. 2. Sliding or folding doors: 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum. These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door or gate in a closed position.
Fire doors shall have a minimum opening force allowable by the appropriate administrative authority. The force for pushing or pulling open a door or gate other than fire doors shall be as follows: 1. Interior hinged doors and gates: 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum. 2. Sliding or folding doors: 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum. These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door or gate in a closed position.
As Built:
The door into the men's restroom requires 15 lbs of force to open.
Recommendation:
Adjust the hardware.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSFD
BFID: 184144
The top rim of the lavatory is too high.
All lavatories that are designated to be accessible shall be a minimum 17 inches in horizontal depth and mounted with the rim or counter edge no higher than 34 inches above the finished floor.
All lavatories that are designated to be accessible shall be a minimum 17 inches in horizontal depth and mounted with the rim or counter edge no higher than 34 inches above the finished floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 606.3
Lavatories and sinks shall be installed with the front of the higher of the rim or counter surface 34 inches (865 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.
Lavatories and sinks shall be installed with the front of the higher of the rim or counter surface 34 inches (865 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.
As Built:
The lavatory height is 34-1/2".
Recommendation:
The lavatory height may be within tolerance. Explore feasibility of adding tile to raise the floor if this is the least expensive approach.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184145
The toilet paper is not installed within the compliant range in front of the toilet.
Toilet paper dispensers shall be 7 inches minimum and 9 inches maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches minimum and 48 inches maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow. There shall be a clearance of 1 1/2 inches minimum below the grab bar.
Toilet paper dispensers shall be 7 inches minimum and 9 inches maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches minimum and 48 inches maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow. There shall be a clearance of 1 1/2 inches minimum below the grab bar.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.7
Toilet paper dispensers shall comply with 309.4 and shall be 7 inches (180 mm) minimum and 9 inches (230 mm) maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum and 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow.
Toilet paper dispensers shall comply with 309.4 and shall be 7 inches (180 mm) minimum and 9 inches (230 mm) maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum and 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow.
As Built:
The toilet paper dispenser is 12" from the front of the toilet.
Recommendation:
Move the toilet paper dispenser to 7" to 9" from the front of the toilet.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSFD
Interior - Women's Restroom
BFID: 184146
The door exceeds the maximum pressure to open the door.
Interior doors shall have a maximum opening force of 5 pounds.
These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door or gate in a closed position. Door closers and gate closers shall be adjusted so that from an open position of 90 degrees, the time required to move the door to a position of 12 degrees from the latch is 5 seconds minimum.
Door and gate spring hinges shall be adjusted so that from the open position of 70 degrees, the door or gate shall move to the closed position in 1.5 seconds minimum.
Interior doors shall have a maximum opening force of 5 pounds.
These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door or gate in a closed position. Door closers and gate closers shall be adjusted so that from an open position of 90 degrees, the time required to move the door to a position of 12 degrees from the latch is 5 seconds minimum.
Door and gate spring hinges shall be adjusted so that from the open position of 70 degrees, the door or gate shall move to the closed position in 1.5 seconds minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.9
Fire doors shall have a minimum opening force allowable by the appropriate administrative authority. The force for pushing or pulling open a door or gate other than fire doors shall be as follows: 1. Interior hinged doors and gates: 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum. 2. Sliding or folding doors: 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum. These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door or gate in a closed position.
Fire doors shall have a minimum opening force allowable by the appropriate administrative authority. The force for pushing or pulling open a door or gate other than fire doors shall be as follows: 1. Interior hinged doors and gates: 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum. 2. Sliding or folding doors: 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum. These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door or gate in a closed position.
As Built:
The door into the women's restroom requires 16 lbs of force to open
Recommendation:
Adjust the hardware.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSFD
BFID: 184147
The top rim of the lavatory is too high.
All lavatories that are designated to be accessible shall be a minimum 17 inches in horizontal depth and mounted with the rim or counter edge no higher than 34 inches above the finished floor.
All lavatories that are designated to be accessible shall be a minimum 17 inches in horizontal depth and mounted with the rim or counter edge no higher than 34 inches above the finished floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 606.3
Lavatories and sinks shall be installed with the front of the higher of the rim or counter surface 34 inches (865 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.
Lavatories and sinks shall be installed with the front of the higher of the rim or counter surface 34 inches (865 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.
As Built:
The lavatory height is 34-1/2".
Recommendation:
The lavatory height may be within tolerance. Explore feasibility of raising the floor by tiling.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184148
The toilet paper is not installed within the compliant range in front of the toilet.
Toilet paper dispensers shall be 7 inches minimum and 9 inches maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches minimum and 48 inches maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow. There shall be a clearance of 1 1/2 inches minimum below the grab bar.
Toilet paper dispensers shall be 7 inches minimum and 9 inches maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches minimum and 48 inches maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow. There shall be a clearance of 1 1/2 inches minimum below the grab bar.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.7
Toilet paper dispensers shall comply with 309.4 and shall be 7 inches (180 mm) minimum and 9 inches (230 mm) maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum and 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow.
Toilet paper dispensers shall comply with 309.4 and shall be 7 inches (180 mm) minimum and 9 inches (230 mm) maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum and 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow.
As Built:
The toilet paper dispenser is 11" from the front of the toilet.
Recommendation:
Move the toilet paper dispenser to 7" to 9" from the front of the toilet.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSFD
Interior - General
BFID: 184149
The drinking fountain projects from the wall into the pedestrian way with its leading edge above 27 inches from the floor.
Objects may protrude no more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways or aisles when located between 27 and 80 inches above the floor. All drinking fountains shall be located completely within alcoves, positioned completely between wing walls, or otherwise positioned so as not to encroach into pedestrian ways. The alcove must not be less than 32 inches in width and 18 inches in depth. Wing walls must project out from the supporting wall at least as far as the drinking fountain.
Objects may protrude no more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways or aisles when located between 27 and 80 inches above the floor. All drinking fountains shall be located completely within alcoves, positioned completely between wing walls, or otherwise positioned so as not to encroach into pedestrian ways. The alcove must not be less than 32 inches in width and 18 inches in depth. Wing walls must project out from the supporting wall at least as far as the drinking fountain.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 307.2
Objects with leading edges more than 27 inches (685 mm) and not more than 80 inches (2030 mm) above the finish floor or ground shall protrude 4 inches (100 mm) maximum horizontally into the circulation path.
Objects with leading edges more than 27 inches (685 mm) and not more than 80 inches (2030 mm) above the finish floor or ground shall protrude 4 inches (100 mm) maximum horizontally into the circulation path.
As Built:
The drinking fountain projects 9" into the path of travel.
Recommendation:
Add edge protection or a plant as a barrier. Another option is reversing the two drinking fountains, so the higher drinking fountain is closer to the corner. This will allow the lower drinking fountain to be cane detectable.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
CSFD
Additional Finding Photos
