Site Accessibility Evaluation

Americans with Disabilities Act
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
Evaluation PU19-000073 Cover Photo
Monument Valley Community Park
170 W Cache La Poudre St
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Accessibility Evaluation
Inspection Date: 06/09/2021
Inspectors: Robert Hernandez
Prepared By
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City of Colorado Springs
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Report Date: 02/18/2025

FOR RECORD:

FROM: Robert L. Hernandez, Title II ADA/Section 504 – Manager

DATE: 02/18/2025

SUBJECT: Monument Valley Community Park Self-Evaluation

1. On 06/09/2021, 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

Findings

Parking (South)

BFID: 188225

The van stall is missing a sign identifying it as a van accessible stall.

Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible."

Both accessible parking spaces are about 9'-7" wide, with access aisles exceeding 10'-0" in width. Since the parking is 90 degree, the van access aisle may be on either side of the parking space.
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.

Recommendation:
Install a van accessible parking sign.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Finding 188225 Main Photo
Additional Finding Photos
Image of parking space without van accessible signage
Additional image of accessible parking without van accessible signage

BFID: 190959

The striping for the accessible parking stalls loading/unloading access aisle is missing.

Access aisles shall be marked so as to discourage parking in them.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.3.3
Access aisles shall be marked so as to discourage parking in them.

Recommendation:
Explore putting both accessible spaces next to each other, possibly in the center row so they can share an access aisle.
Barrier Priority:
N/A
Department:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 190960

The cross slopes (narrow dimension) and/or running slopes (long dimension) of the access aisle exceeds 2%.

The running slope and the cross slope in an accessible parking stall and the access aisle must not exceed 2%.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.4
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.

Recommendation:
Explore putting both accessible spaces next to each other, possibly in the center row so they can share an access aisle.
Barrier Priority:
N/A
Department:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 190961

The parking sign is obstructed and not visible.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 208.3
Parking facilities shall comply with 208.3

Recommendation:
Clean off graffiti or explore putting both accessible spaces next to each other, possibly in the center row so they can share an access aisle and properly install compliant signage.
Barrier Priority:
N/A
Department:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 190962

The cross slopes (narrow dimension) and/or running slopes (long dimension) of the access aisle exceeds 2%.

The running slope and the cross slope in an accessible parking stall and the access aisle must not exceed 2%.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.4
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.

Recommendation:
Explore putting both accessible spaces next to each other, possibly in the center row where the slope is less than 2% so they can share an access aisle.
Barrier Priority:
N/A
Department:
N/A
Image of finding

Men's Restroom (South)

BFID: 188259

The wall sign is mounted too high and does not have Braille or tactile characters.

Tactile Characters on signs 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. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

Recommendation:
Replace the sign with a compliant sign.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of noncompliant restroom signage

BFID: 188276

The threshold is greater than 1/2 inch high.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.5
Thresholds, if provided at doorways, shall be 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum. Raised thresholds and changes in level at doorways shall comply with 302 and 303.

Recommendation:
Repair and replace the threshold to less than 1/2".
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of noncompliant threshold

BFID: 188275

Knee clearance at 27 inches off the floor is not 8 inches minimum deep.

The knee clearance, measured from the bottom of the apron or the outside bottom edge of the lavatory, must be 27 inches at a point located 8 inches back from the front edge and continuing to 11 inches minimum in depth at 9 inches above the floor. The top of the lavatory rim may be no higher than 34 inches.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 306.3.3
Where knee clearance is required under an element as part of a clear floor space, the knee clearance shall be 11 inches (280 mm) deep minimum at 9 inches (230 mm) above the finish floor or ground, and 8 inches (205 mm) deep minimum at 27 inches (685 mm) above the finish floor or ground.

Recommendation:
Reconfigure the apron under the lavatory to provide 27" knee clearance at least 8" deep.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Finding 188275 Main Photo
Additional Finding Photos
Image of lavatory with noncompliant knee space

BFID: 188282

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.
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.

Recommendation:
Lower the lavatory.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Finding 188282 Main Photo
Additional Finding Photos
Image of noncompliant lavatory

BFID: 188271

The force required to operate the element exceeds the maximum.

The force required to activate operable parts is 5 pounds maximum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

Recommendation:
Adjust the controls or replace with an automatic faucet.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Finding 188271 Main Photo
Additional Finding Photos
Image of noncompliant lavatory controls

BFID: 188285

The floor drain is set too low in the floor which causes a slope over 2 percent.

Changes in level are not permitted in clear floor or ground spaces or surfaces of a turning spaces and shall not slope greater than 1:48.
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 304.2
Floor or ground surfaces of a turning space shall comply with 302. Changes in level are not permitted.

2010 ADAS Section 304.2 Exception
Slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.

Recommendation:
Cut out concrete and replace so the slope to drain is less than 2%.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Finding 188285 Main Photo

BFID: 188261

The mirror is mounted too high.

Mirrors must have the bottom edge of the reflecting surface a maximum of 40 inches above the floor if above a sink or counter. Mirrors not located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 35 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 603.3
Mirrors located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 40 inches (1015 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Mirrors not located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 35 inches (890 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.

Recommendation:
Lower the mirror.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Finding 188261 Main Photo

BFID: 188268

The toilet is not located within the range allowed from the side wall or partition.

The centerline of the toilet must be 16 to 18 inches from the side wall.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.2
The water closet shall be positioned with a wall or partition to the rear and to one side. The centerline of the water closet shall be 16 inches (405 mm) minimum to 18 inches (455 mm) maximum from the side wall or partition, except that the water closet shall be 17 inches (430 mm) minimum and 19 inches (485 mm) maximum from the side wall or partition in the ambulatory accessible toilet compartment specified in 604.8.2. Water closets shall be arranged for a left-hand or right-hand approach.

Recommendation:
Move the toilet closer to the wall.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of toilet too far from wall

BFID: 188270

The force required to operate the element exceeds the maximum.

The force required to activate operable parts is 5 pounds maximum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

Recommendation:
Adjust the flush control or replace with an automatic flush.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of noncompliant flush control

BFID: 188265

The side grab bar does not extend far enough from the rear wall.

The side grab bar must extend at least 54 inches minimum beyond the rear wall and start a maximum of 12 inches from the rear wall. A 42 inch grab bar installed the maximum distance from the rear wall (12 inches) will leave the leading end 54 inches from the rear wall. Grab bars shall be installed in a horizontal position, 33 inches minimum and 36 inches maximum above the finish floor measured to the top of the gripping surface.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.5.1
The side wall grab bar shall be 42 inches (1065 mm) long minimum, located 12 inches (305 mm) maximum from the rear wall and extending 54 inches (1370 mm) minimum from the rear wall.

Recommendation:
Move the side wall grab bar to extend 54" from the corner.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of noncompliant side wall grab bar

BFID: 188263

The rear grab bar does not extend adequately past the centerline of the toilet on the wall side.

The rear grab bar must be a minimum of 36 inches long and extend from the centerline of the toilet 12 inches minimum on one side and 24 inches minimum on the other side.

Grab bars shall be installed in a horizontal position, 33 inches minimum and 36 inches maximum above the finish floor measured to the top of the gripping surface and the space between the grab bar and the top of the tank shall be 1-1/2 inches minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.5.2
The rear wall grab bar shall be 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and extend from the centerline of the water closet 12 inches (305 mm) minimum on one side and 24 inches (610 mm) minimum on the other side.

Recommendation:
Offset the grab bar from the toilet. The grab bar may be in the correct location if the toilet was the correct distance from the wall.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of centered rear wall grab bar

BFID: 188266

The toilet paper is not installed within the compliant range. Maximum allowable side reach is 10"; the toilet paper dispenser is 32" from 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.
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.

Recommendation:
Move the toilet paper dispenser to the grab bar wall.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of toilet paper dispenser installed out of reach range

BFID: 190973

The flush handle is located on the wrong side of the toilet.

Controls shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting. Controls for the flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas, no more than 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install flush handle to the wide side of the toilet no more than 48" off the floor.
Barrier Priority:
N/A
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Finding 190973 Main Photo

Women's Restroom (South)

BFID: 188260

The wall sign is mounted too high (60 3/4" to bottom edge) and does not have Braille or tactile characters and it has a pictograph issue.

Tactile characters on signs 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. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45-degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

Recommendation:
Replace the sign with a compliant sign.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of noncompliant restroom signage

BFID: 188277

The threshold is greater than 1/2 inch high.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.5
Thresholds, if provided at doorways, shall be 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum. Raised thresholds and changes in level at doorways shall comply with 302 and 303.

Recommendation:
Replace the threshold.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of noncompliant threshold

BFID: 188272

The force required to operate the element exceeds the maximum.

The force required to activate operable parts is 5 pounds maximum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

Recommendation:
Adjust the controls or replace with an automatic faucet.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of noncompliant lavatory controls

BFID: 188273

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.
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.

Recommendation:
Lower the lavatory.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of noncompliant lavatory

BFID: 188274

Knee clearance at 27 inches off the floor is not 8 inches minimum deep.

The knee clearance, measured from the bottom of the apron or the outside bottom edge of the lavatory, must be 27 inches at a point located 8 inches back from the front edge and continuing to 11 inches minimum in depth at 9 inches above the floor. The top of the lavatory rim may be no higher than 34 inches.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 306.3.3
Where knee clearance is required under an element as part of a clear floor space, the knee clearance shall be 11 inches (280 mm) deep minimum at 9 inches (230 mm) above the finish floor or ground, and 8 inches (205 mm) deep minimum at 27 inches (685 mm) above the finish floor or ground.

Recommendation:
Reconfigure the apron under the lavatory to provide 27" knee clearance at least 8" deep.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of lavatory without compliant knee space

BFID: 188284

The mirror is mounted too high.

Mirrors must have the bottom edge of the reflecting surface a maximum of 40 inches above the floor if above a sink or counter. Mirrors not located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 35 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 603.3
Mirrors located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 40 inches (1015 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Mirrors not located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 35 inches (890 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.

Recommendation:
Lower the mirror. This may require reconfiguration of the backsplash at the lavatory.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Image of mirror mounted too high

BFID: 190692

The clear floor space only allows for a forward approach and the hand dryer is out of reach range.

Where a high forward reach is over an obstruction, the clear floor space shall extend beneath the element for a distance not less than the reach depth over the obstruction. Where the reach depth exceeds 20 inches, the high forward reach shall be 44 inches maximum and the reach depth shall be 25 inches maximum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.2.2
Where a high forward reach is over an obstruction, the clear floor space shall extend beneath the element for a distance not less than the required reach depth over the obstruction. The high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum where the reach depth is 20 inches (510 mm) maximum. Where the reach depth exceeds 20 inches (510 mm), the high forward reach shall be 44 inches (1120 mm) maximum and the reach depth shall be 25 inches (635 mm) maximum.

Recommendation:
Lower the soap dispenser.
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:
Parks & Recreation
Finding 190692 Main Photo
Additional Finding Photos