Site Accessibility Evaluation

Americans with Disabilities Act
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
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City Auditorium
221 E Kiowa St
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Accessibility Evaluation
Inspection Date: 12/28/2023
Inspectors: Robert Hernandez
Prepared By
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City of Colorado Springs
(719) 385 - 5175
https://coloradosprings.gov/
Report Date: 01/16/2025

FOR RECORD:

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

DATE: 01/16/2025

SUBJECT: City Auditorium Self-Evaluation

UPDATE: THIS FACILITY IS CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE FOR RENT OR USE BY THE PUBLIC. THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS IS CURRENTLY ASSESSING THE OPTIONS AND NEXT STEPS FOR THIS SPACE.

1. On 12/28/2023, 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

Exterior - Parking

BFID: 185124

The access aisle is not a minimum 8 feet to the centerline of the stripe. The access aisle is 5'-3" wide, and the adjacent parking spaces are 9'-6" and 9'-0".

The accessible parking stall access aisle must be a minimum of 8 feet wide measured from centerline to centerline.

Where parking spaces or access aisles are not adjacent to another parking space or access aisle, measurements shall be permitted to include the full width of the line defining the parking space or access aisle.

Alternatively, the stall can be 11 feet wide and the access aisle may be 5 feet wide.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.2 Exception
Van parking spaces shall be permitted to be 96 inches (2440 mm) wide minimum where the access aisle is 96 inches (2440 mm) wide minimum.

Recommendation:
Restripe the accessible parking to provide 8'-0" wide parking spaces and access 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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185125

The parking sign is mounted too low.

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.

Recommendation:
Raise signs to 60" to the bottom.
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
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BFID: 185126

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."
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:
Add a van accessible sign to the left accessible parking space.
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
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BFID: 186428

The accessible parking stall is not wide enough.

Each parking space must be at least 8' 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. Where the parking space is not adjacent to another parking space or access aisle, the measurement shall be permitted to include the full width of the line defining the parking space.

Alternatively, the stall can be 11 feet wide minimum and the access aisle may be 5 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.

Recommendation:
Move the bike 6" over or relocated if we are going to keep accessible parking here.
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
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Exterior - Accessible Routes

BFID: 185154

The surface of the pedestrian access route has openings greater than 1/2 inch.

Horizontal openings in gratings and joints shall not permit passage of a sphere more than 13 mm (0.5 in) in diameter.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.3
Horizontal openings in gratings and joints shall not permit passage of a sphere more than 13 mm (0.5 in) in diameter. Elongated openings in gratings shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel.

Recommendation:
Take out and replace the pad.
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
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BFID: 185155

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.

Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 0.5 inch maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 0.25 inch and 0.5 inch shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace concrete panels as needed.
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
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BFID: 185156

The grade of the pedestrian access route is too steep.

Where pedestrian access routes are not contained within a street or highway right-of-way, the grade of pedestrian access routes shall be 5 percent maximum.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.5.3
Where pedestrian access routes are contained within a pedestrian street crossing, the grade of pedestrian access routes shall be 5 percent maximum.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace sidewalk as needed to provide maximum 5% running slope, or add ramp provisions.
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
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BFID: 185157

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.

Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 0.5 inch maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 0.25 inch and 0.5 inch shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace the ramp.
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
Corrected Condition:
N/A
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BFID: 185158

The ramp run has a running slope up to 15.5% and does not have ramp provisions such as a handrail, guard or edge protection.

Ramp runs shall have a running slope between 5 percent minimum and 8.3 percent maximum.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R407.2
Ramp runs shall have a running slope between 5 percent minimum and 8.3 percent maximum.

Recommendation:
Do nothing at the exterior. Install an interior lift. Due to space constraints, this is a better option than a ramp.
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
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BFID: 185159

The threshold is greater than 1/2 inch high.

The threshold at a doorway shall be no higher than 1/2 inch. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less. I/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise.
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:
Designate a different entrance as the accessible entrance.
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
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BFID: 185940

There is a 1" lip of concrete before the door threshold.

The threshold at a doorway shall be no higher than 1/2 inch. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less. I/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise.
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:
Grind to less than 1/2" bevel and fill the gap in the concrete.
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
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Exterior - Entrance

BFID: 185127

The entrance is not accessible and is missing signage. An identification sign identifying that this entrance is not accessible and directional signage pointing in the direction to the accessible entrance is required.

When a directional sign is required, it should be located to minimize backtracking. In some cases, this could mean locating a sign at the beginning of a route, not just at the inaccessible entrances to a building.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 216.6
Where not all entrances comply with 404, entrances complying with 404 shall be identified by the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Directional signs complying with 703.5 that indicate the location of the nearest entrance complying with 404 shall be provided at entrances that do not comply with 404.

Recommendation:
Add signage with an arrow, remove auto door openers and relocated accessible parking spaces. Ideally we would keep one space here and move one space to the South side.
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
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BFID: 185195

The doors have a door stop which prevents them from having a smooth surface at the bottom. There are five sets of exterior double doors.

Swinging door surfaces within 10 inches of the finish floor or ground measured vertically must have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped. This is required to allow those that use wheelchairs to use their footrests to push the door open without getting trapped or injured by the gate material. All gates, including ticket gates, shall meet all applicable specifications for doors.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.10
Swinging door and gate surfaces within 10 inches (255 mm) of the finish floor or ground measured vertically shall have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door or gate. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped.

Recommendation:
Remove the door stops and install overhead hold open devices.
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
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BFID: 185197

The door exceeds the maximum pressure to open the door.

The door does not open with a maximum force of 15 lbs to release a latch. If equipped with a latch, 30 lbs to set the door in motion and 15 lbs to fully open the door.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.3
Automatic doors and automatic gates shall comply with 404.3. Full-powered automatic doors shall comply with ANSI/BHMA A156.10 (incorporated by reference, see "Referenced Standards" in Chapter 1). Low-energy and power-assisted doors shall comply with ANSI/BHMA A156.19 (1997 or 2002 edition) (incorporated by reference, see "Referenced Standards" in Chapter 1).

Recommendation:
Adjust the door closers to 15 lbs. Consider adding an automatic door opener on one set of doors.
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
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BFID: 185201

The door exceeds the maximum pressure to open the door. During normal business hours, these are the only doors unlocked.

The door does not open with a maximum force of 15 lbs to release a latch. If equipped with a latch, 30 lbs to set the door in motion and 15 lbs to fully open the door.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.3
Automatic doors and automatic gates shall comply with 404.3. Full-powered automatic doors shall comply with ANSI/BHMA A156.10 (incorporated by reference, see "Referenced Standards" in Chapter 1). Low-energy and power-assisted doors shall comply with ANSI/BHMA A156.19 (1997 or 2002 edition) (incorporated by reference, see "Referenced Standards" in Chapter 1).

Recommendation:
Adjust the closer to 15 lbs of pressure maximum.
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
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BFID: 185205

The door has a door stop which prevents it from having a smooth surface at the bottom.

Swinging door surfaces within 10 inches of the finish floor or ground measured vertically must have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped. This is required to allow those that use wheelchairs to use their footrests to push the door open without getting trapped or injured by the gate material. All gates, including ticket gates, shall meet all applicable specifications for doors.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.10
Swinging door and gate surfaces within 10 inches (255 mm) of the finish floor or ground measured vertically shall have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door or gate. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped.

Recommendation:
Remove the door stops. Consider replacing the door stops with overhead hold opens.
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
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BFID: 185206

The door has a door stop which prevents it from having a smooth surface at the bottom.

Swinging door surfaces within 10 inches of the finish floor or ground measured vertically must have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped. This is required to allow those that use wheelchairs to use their footrests to push the door open without getting trapped or injured by the gate material. All gates, including ticket gates, shall meet all applicable specifications for doors.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.10
Swinging door and gate surfaces within 10 inches (255 mm) of the finish floor or ground measured vertically shall have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door or gate. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped.

Recommendation:
Replace the door stops with overhead hold open devices, or add signage indicating the location of the closest accessible entrance.
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
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Interior - Dressing Rooms

BFID: 185161

The door opening does not provide at least 32 inches between the face of the door and the opposite stop.

Door openings shall provide a clear width of 32 inches minimum. Clear openings of doorways with swinging doors shall be measured between the face of the door and the stop, with the door open 90 degrees. There shall be no projections into the required clear opening width lower than 34 inches above the finish floor or ground. Projections into the clear opening width between 34 inches and 80 inches above the finish floor or ground shall not exceed 4 inches.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.3
Door openings shall provide a clear width of 32 inches (815 mm) minimum. Clear openings of doorways with swinging doors shall be measured between the face of the door and the stop, with the door open 90 degrees. Openings more than 24 inches (610 mm) deep shall provide a clear opening of 36 inches (915 mm) minimum. There shall be no projections into the required clear opening width lower than 34 inches (865 mm) above the finish floor or ground. Projections into the clear opening width between 34 inches (865 mm) and 80 inches (2030 mm) above the finish floor or ground shall not exceed 4 inches (100 mm).

Recommendation:
Replace with a 32" wide door if feasible.
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
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BFID: 185164

The door/gate operating hardware is not accessible.

Hand-activated door/gate opening hardware, handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operating devices on accessible doors shall have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand and does not require tight grasping, tight pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate. Hardware shall be 34 inches minimum and 48 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.7
Handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operable parts on doors and gates shall comply with 309.4. Operable parts of such hardware shall be 34 inches (865 mm) minimum and 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Where sliding doors are in the fully open position, operating hardware shall be exposed and usable from both sides.

Recommendation:
When replacing the door, upgrade the hardware to lever-style hardware.
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
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BFID: 185165

The water and drain pipes under the lavatory are not adequately insulated.

Water supply and drain pipes under lavatories and sinks shall be insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. There shall be no sharp or abrasive surfaces under lavatories and sinks.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 606.5
Water supply and drain pipes under lavatories and sinks shall be insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. There shall be no sharp or abrasive surfaces under lavatories and sinks.

Recommendation:
Insulate the pipes completely.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185166

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 603.2
Clearances shall comply with 603.2.

Recommendation:
Lower the mirror or add full length mirror, 35" max to the bottom edge.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185167

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 603.2
Clearances shall comply with 603.2.

Recommendation:
Leave mirror as is, as this is at a counter top.
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
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BFID: 185169

The soap dispenser is too high and is out of the maximum reach range for a side approach.

Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the high side reach is over an obstruction, the height of the obstruction shall be 34 inches maximum and the depth of the obstruction shall be 24 inches maximum. Where the reach depth exceeds 10 inches, the high side reach shall be 46 inches maximum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.3.2
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the high side reach is over an obstruction, the height of the obstruction shall be 34 inches (865 mm) maximum and the depth of the obstruction shall be 24 inches (610 mm) maximum. The high side reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum for a reach depth of 10 inches (255 mm) maximum. Where the reach depth exceeds 10 inches (255 mm), the high side reach shall be 46 inches (1170 mm) maximum for a reach depth of 24 inches (610 mm) maximum

Recommendation:
Lower the dispenser to 48" to the operable portion.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185170

The paper towel dispenser is positioned too high for either a side or front approach.

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 maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.

Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.1
Reach ranges shall comply with 308.

Recommendation:
Lower the paper towel dispenser to 48" max to the operable portion.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185173

The clothing rack is too high and out of the maximum reach range. The shelf above the clothing rack is at 74".

Clothing racks must be mounted no higher than 48 inches.
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.

Recommendation:
Lower the rack or add a partial rack underneath, 48" maximum to the top edge.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185174

The required clear floor space is not deep enough.

The clear floor or ground space shall be 30 inches minimum by 48 inches minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 305.3
The clear floor or ground space shall be 30 inches (760 mm) minimum by 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum

Recommendation:
Explore relocating the lavatory or the heater, or adding a protective barrier around the heater.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185175

The door opening does not provide at least 32 inches between the face of the door and the opposite stop.

Door openings shall provide a clear width of 32 inches minimum. Clear openings of doorways with swinging doors shall be measured between the face of the door and the stop, with the door open 90 degrees. There shall be no projections into the required clear opening width lower than 34 inches above the finish floor or ground. Projections into the clear opening width between 34 inches and 80 inches above the finish floor or ground shall not exceed 4 inches.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.3
Door openings shall provide a clear width of 32 inches (815 mm) minimum. Clear openings of doorways with swinging doors shall be measured between the face of the door and the stop, with the door open 90 degrees. Openings more than 24 inches (610 mm) deep shall provide a clear opening of 36 inches (915 mm) minimum. There shall be no projections into the required clear opening width lower than 34 inches (865 mm) above the finish floor or ground. Projections into the clear opening width between 34 inches (865 mm) and 80 inches (2030 mm) above the finish floor or ground shall not exceed 4 inches (100 mm).

Recommendation:
Replace the door and frame if feasible.
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
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BFID: 185176

The door/gate operating hardware is not accessible.

Hand-activated door/gate opening hardware, handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operating devices on accessible doors shall have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand and does not require tight grasping, tight pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate. Hardware shall be 34 inches minimum and 48 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.7
Handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operable parts on doors and gates shall comply with 309.4. Operable parts of such hardware shall be 34 inches (865 mm) minimum and 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Where sliding doors are in the fully open position, operating hardware shall be exposed and usable from both sides.

Recommendation:
Replace the hardware with lever-style hardware.
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
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BFID: 185177

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.
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.

Recommendation:
Relocate the table.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185178

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 603.2
Clearances shall comply with 603.2.

Recommendation:
Lower the mirror or add another full length mirror 35" to the bottom edge.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185180

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 603.2
Clearances shall comply with 603.2.

Recommendation:
Leave the mirror as is as it is over the counter top.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185181

The paper towel dispenser is positioned too high for either a side or front approach.

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 maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.

Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.1
Reach ranges shall comply with 308.

Recommendation:
Lower the dispenser 48" to the operable portion.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185182

Compliant knee space has not been provided under the lavatory.

The knee clearance shall be 11 inches minimum in depth at 9 inches above the floor, and 8 inches minimum in depth at 27 inches above the floor. The top of the lavatory rim may be no higher than 34 inches.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 306.3.1
Space under an element between 9 inches (230 mm) and 27 inches (685 mm) above the finish floor or ground shall be considered knee clearance and shall comply with 306.3.

Recommendation:
Replace with a compliant lavatory.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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Interior - Lon Chaney Theatre

BFID: 185183

The door must have a smooth surface within 10 inches of the floor on the push side.

Swinging door surfaces within 10 inches of the finish floor or ground measured vertically must have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch of the same plane as the other. All gates, including ticket gates, shall meet all applicable specifications for doors.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.10
Swinging door and gate surfaces within 10 inches (255 mm) of the finish floor or ground measured vertically shall have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door or gate. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped.

Recommendation:
Remove the door stop from the bottom of the door and install overhead hold open devices.
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
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BFID: 185185

Based on the number of seats provided in this area (230), there should be a minimum of 5 wheelchair seating spaces.

Wheelchair spaces shall be provided in assembly areas with fixed seating.

The floor of this theater has a 3.5% slope.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 221.2
Wheelchair spaces complying with 221.2 shall be provided in assembly areas with fixed seating.

2010 ADAS Section 221.2.1.1
Wheelchair spaces complying with 802.1 shall be provided in accordance with Table 221.2.1.1.

Recommendation:
Explore ways to make 5 ADA spaces. We can easily accommodate 1 wheelchair and 1 companion seat or 2 wheelchair spaces in this area. Two others could probably go in the front left.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185186

There is no accessible route between the performance area and the assembly seating area.

Where a circulation path directly connects a performance area to an assembly seating area, an accessible route shall directly connect the assembly seating area with the performance area.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 206.2.6
Where a circulation path directly connects a performance area to an assembly seating area, an accessible route shall directly connect the assembly seating area with the performance area. An accessible route shall be provided from performance areas to ancillary areas or facilities used by performers unless exempted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 through 7.

Recommendation:
Explore adding a wheelchair lift to access the stage.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185187

There is no accessible route between the performance areas to ancillary areas used by the performers.

The rear of the stage has no accessibility to the stage either as there are steps on either side of both back entrances (The first entry has a 5 ½” to a 2” at its lowest stair to access the stage, The second entry has a 0 to a 2 ½” rise to get to the top of the step and 2 – 8” steps to go down to access the stage).

An accessible route shall be provided from performance areas to ancillary areas or facilities used by performers unless specifically exempted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 206.2.6
Where a circulation path directly connects a performance area to an assembly seating area, an accessible route shall directly connect the assembly seating area with the performance area. An accessible route shall be provided from performance areas to ancillary areas or facilities used by performers unless exempted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 through 7.

Recommendation:
Fabricate a platform in the back of the stage to provide access. It would need to taper to adjust for hall way slope and would be located near the exterior door.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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Interior - Misc

BFID: 185188

The spout for the drinking fountain is too high.

Spout outlets shall be 36 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 602.4
Spout outlets shall be 36 inches (915 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.

Recommendation:
Replace with a hi-low drinking fountain.
Barrier Priority:
Low (4): Should be completed as soon as possible due to being a technical violation, but may not result in providing greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that are technically violations but provide a moderate to low increase in accessibility compared to the financial impact on the entity)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185189

There is not enough knee clearance under the drinking fountain.

The drinking fountain must have a clear knee space between the bottom of the drinking fountain and the floor not less than 27 inches in height, 30 inches in width, and 8 inches in depth.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 602.2
Units shall have a clear floor or ground space complying with 305 positioned for a forward approach and centered on the unit. Knee and toe clearance complying with 306 shall be provided.

Recommendation:
Replace with a hi-low drinking fountain.
Barrier Priority:
Low (4): Should be completed as soon as possible due to being a technical violation, but may not result in providing greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that are technically violations but provide a moderate to low increase in accessibility compared to the financial impact on the entity)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185199

The door has a door stop which prevents it from having a smooth surface at the bottom. There are five sets of interior double doors with door stops.

Swinging door surfaces within 10 inches of the finish floor or ground measured vertically must have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped. This is required to allow those that use wheelchairs to use their footrests to push the door open without getting trapped or injured by the gate material. All gates, including ticket gates, shall meet all applicable specifications for doors.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.10
Swinging door and gate surfaces within 10 inches (255 mm) of the finish floor or ground measured vertically shall have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door or gate. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped.

Recommendation:
Remove the door stops and add overhead hold open devices.
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
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BFID: 185200

The thresholds are historical.

The threshold at a doorway shall be no higher than 1/2 inch. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less. I/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise.
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:
The thresholds are usable.
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
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BFID: 185226

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.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section Advisory
None

Recommendation:
Provide model ADA language on the website and brochures, such as"In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the City of Colorado Springs will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Anyone requiring an auxiliary aid or service to participate in utilizing or participating in an event at this facility should make the request as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185939

The accessible route contains running slopes greater than 5% and has not been constructed as a ramp (i.e. handrails, wheel guides, etc.).

When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as ramp. Surface cross slopes must not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units. Horizontal (2-percent slope).
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 206.2.4
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible building or facility entrances with all accessible spaces and elements within the building or facility which are otherwise connected by a circulation path unless exempted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 through 7.

2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Consider adding a handrail to the wall with the two windows. It is not feasible to add a handrail to both sides due to the number of doors and the alcove for the vending machine.
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
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Interior - Box Office & Will Call Area

BFID: 185190

The T-shaped or circular turning space contains excessive slopes.

Surface slopes greater than 1:48 (2.08%) are not permitted.
Citation:
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:
Probably leave as is as not feasible to correct the floor grade and close to being right.
Barrier Priority:
Low (4): Should be completed as soon as possible due to being a technical violation, but may not result in providing greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that are technically violations but provide a moderate to low increase in accessibility compared to the financial impact on the entity)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185194

The sign providing directional and information is noncompliant.

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.

Recommendation:
Move plaques over 5” (closer to the windows) & down 13” on both sides for better viewing.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185191

The accessible route of travel contains cross slopes greater than 2%. Due to the historic nature of this facility, it is technically infeasible to correct the floor slope.

Surface cross slopes shall not exceed 1 unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 206.2.4
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible building or facility entrances with all accessible spaces and elements within the building or facility which are otherwise connected by a circulation path unless exempted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 through 7.

2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Install signage suggesting if someone needs an accommodation due to a disability, staff can assist them in another area.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185192

The transaction counter is too high. Due to the historic nature of this facility, it is technically infeasible to correct the counter height.

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.

Recommendation:
Install signage suggesting if someone needs an accommodation due to a disability, staff can assist them in an accessible location.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185193

The transaction counter is too high. Due to the historic nature of this facility, it is technically infeasible to correct the counter height.

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.

Recommendation:
Install signage suggesting if someone needs accommodation due to a disability, staff can assist them in an accessible location.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 186557

The accessible route of travel contains cross slopes greater than 2%. Due to the historic nature of this facility, it is technically infeasible to correct the floor slope.

Surface cross slopes shall not exceed 1 unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 206.2.4
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible building or facility entrances with all accessible spaces and elements within the building or facility which are otherwise connected by a circulation path unless exempted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 through 7.

2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Install signage suggesting if someone needs an accommodation due to a disability, staff can assist them in another area.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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Interior - Main Auditorium

BFID: 185207

There is no accessible route between the performance area and the assembly seating area.

Where a circulation path directly connects a performance area to an assembly seating area, an accessible route shall directly connect the assembly seating area with the performance area.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 206.2.6
Where a circulation path directly connects a performance area to an assembly seating area, an accessible route shall directly connect the assembly seating area with the performance area. An accessible route shall be provided from performance areas to ancillary areas or facilities used by performers unless exempted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 through 7.

Recommendation:
Install a wheelchair lift.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185208

The accessible route contains running slopes greater than 5% and has not been constructed as a ramp (i.e. handrails, wheel guides, etc.).

When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as ramp. Surface cross slopes must not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units. Horizontal (2-percent slope).
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 206.2.4
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible building or facility entrances with all accessible spaces and elements within the building or facility which are otherwise connected by a circulation path unless exempted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 through 7.

2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Add signage indicating the location of the accessible entrance.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185209

Based on the number of seats provided in this area (1,750), there should be a minimum of 10 wheelchair seating spaces. The accessible seats should be distributed throughout the seating. There are two box seats that can each accommodate 2 wheelchairs, but there are no accessible seats in the balcony or on the floor.

Wheelchair spaces shall be provided in assembly areas with fixed seating.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 221.2
Wheelchair spaces complying with 221.2 shall be provided in assembly areas with fixed seating.

2010 ADAS Section 221.2.1.1
Wheelchair spaces complying with 802.1 shall be provided in accordance with Table 221.2.1.1.

Recommendation:
Remove the divider walls between the elevated areas to provide additional accessible seating areas on one side.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185210

Based on the number of seats provided in this area (500), there should be a minimum of 6 wheelchair seating spaces.

Wheelchair spaces shall be provided in assembly areas with fixed seating.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 221.2
Wheelchair spaces complying with 221.2 shall be provided in assembly areas with fixed seating.

2010 ADAS Section 221.2.1.1
Wheelchair spaces complying with 802.1 shall be provided in accordance with Table 221.2.1.1.

Recommendation:
Ensure the accessible seats are dispersed throughout the floor seating.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185211

The wheelchair seating spaces are not on an accessible route. There are approximately 1400 balcony seats but the area is not accessible.

Wheelchair seating spaces shall adjoin accessible routes and shall not overlap circulation paths. Accessible routes shall not overlap wheelchair spaces.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 802.1.4
Wheelchair spaces shall adjoin accessible routes. Accessible routes shall not overlap wheelchair spaces.

2010 ADAS Section 802.1.5
Wheelchair spaces shall not overlap circulation paths.

Recommendation:
Adding an interior elevator is technically infeasible, as it would destroy the historical significance of the building. An exterior elevator could possibly be installed where the Pikemasters Model Railroad Club exits, but could cost upwards of $250,000.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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Interior - Concession Stands

BFID: 185212

There is no accessible route between the upper and lower levels. There are two concession stands, but both are located on the upper level.

An accessible route of travel must connect all elements and spaces within a building or facility.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 206.2.4
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible building or facility entrances with all accessible spaces and elements within the building or facility which are otherwise connected by a circulation path unless exempted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 through 7.

Recommendation:
Add a concession stand on the main level.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185213

The sales or service counter does not allow for a forward or parallel approach.

Accessible counters must provide a compliant forward or parallel approach.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 904.4
Sales counters and service counters shall comply with 904.4.1 or 904.4.2. The accessible portion of the counter top shall extend the same depth as the sales or service counter top.

Recommendation:
Provide a 36" wide section of counter and 36" maximum height.
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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185214

The door has a door stop which prevents it from having a smooth surface at the bottom.

Swinging door surfaces within 10 inches of the finish floor or ground measured vertically must have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped. This is required to allow those that use wheelchairs to use their footrests to push the door open without getting trapped or injured by the gate material. All gates, including ticket gates, shall meet all applicable specifications for doors.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.10
Swinging door and gate surfaces within 10 inches (255 mm) of the finish floor or ground measured vertically shall have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door or gate. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped.

Recommendation:
Replace the doorstops with overhead hold open devices.
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
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Interior - Men's Restroom

BFID: 185215

The restroom is missing the International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA).

Accessible toilet rooms or bathing rooms shall be identified by the International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA).

Wall signs identifying permanent rooms and spaces of a building shall have be 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. 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 216.8
Where existing toilet rooms or bathing rooms do not comply with 603, directional signs indicating the location of the nearest toilet room or bathing room complying with 603 within the facility shall be provided. Signs shall comply with 703.5 and shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Where existing toilet rooms or bathing rooms do not comply with 603, the toilet rooms or bathing rooms complying with 603 shall be identified by the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Where clustered single user toilet rooms or bathing facilities are permitted to use exceptions to 213.2, toilet rooms or bathing facilities complying with 603 shall be identified by the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1 unless all toilet rooms and bathing facilities comply with 603.

Recommendation:
Replace with appropriate 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:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 185216

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.
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.

Recommendation:
Adjust the door closer.
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
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BFID: 185217

Compliant knee space has not been provided under the lavatory.

The knee clearance shall be 11 inches minimum in depth at 9 inches above the floor, and 8 inches minimum in depth at 27 inches above the floor. The top of the lavatory rim may be no higher than 34 inches.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 306.3.1
Space under an element between 9 inches (230 mm) and 27 inches (685 mm) above the finish floor or ground shall be considered knee clearance and shall comply with 306.3.

Recommendation:
Construction tolerances allow 1/4" difference; leave the lavatory as is.
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
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BFID: 185218

The T-shaped or circular turning space contains excessive slopes.

Surface slopes greater than 1:48 (2.08%) are not permitted.
Citation:
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:
Do nothing as not technically feasible to fix.
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
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BFID: 185941

The compartment door is not self closing.

The water closet compartment shall be equipped with a door that has an automatic-closing device.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.8.1.2
Toilet compartment doors, including door hardware, shall comply with 404 except that if the approach is to the latch side of the compartment door, clearance between the door side of the compartment and any obstruction shall be 42 inches (1065 mm) minimum. Doors shall be located in the front partition or in the side wall or partition farthest from the water closet. Where located in the front partition, the door opening shall be 4 inches (100 mm) maximum from the side wall or partition farthest from the water closet. Where located in the side wall or partition, the door opening shall be 4 inches (100 mm) maximum from the front partition. The door shall be self-closing. A door pull complying with 404.2.7 shall be placed on both sides of the door near the latch. Toilet compartment doors shall not swing into the minimum required compartment area.

Recommendation:
Adjust the existing hinges or install self-closing hinges.
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
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BFID: 185942

The water closet compartment door is missing a loop handle on the inside.

Water closet compartments must be equipped with a door that has a loop or U-shaped handle on both sides of the door immediately below the latch. The latch must be flip-over style, sliding or other hardware not requiring the user to grasp or twist.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.8.1.2
Toilet compartment doors, including door hardware, shall comply with 404 except that if the approach is to the latch side of the compartment door, clearance between the door side of the compartment and any obstruction shall be 42 inches (1065 mm) minimum. Doors shall be located in the front partition or in the side wall or partition farthest from the water closet. Where located in the front partition, the door opening shall be 4 inches (100 mm) maximum from the side wall or partition farthest from the water closet. Where located in the side wall or partition, the door opening shall be 4 inches (100 mm) maximum from the front partition. The door shall be self-closing. A door pull complying with 404.2.7 shall be placed on both sides of the door near the latch. Toilet compartment doors shall not swing into the minimum required compartment area.

Recommendation:
Install a handle.
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
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Interior - Women's Restroom

BFID: 185219

The door is equipped with a door closer and returns to a closed position too quickly. It closes from 90 degrees to 12 degrees in 3 seconds.

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.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.8.1
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.

Recommendation:
Adjust the door closer.
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
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BFID: 185220

The door has a door stop which prevents it from having a smooth surface at the bottom.

Swinging door surfaces within 10 inches of the finish floor or ground measured vertically must have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped. This is required to allow those that use wheelchairs to use their footrests to push the door open without getting trapped or injured by the gate material. All gates, including ticket gates, shall meet all applicable specifications for doors.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.2.10
Swinging door and gate surfaces within 10 inches (255 mm) of the finish floor or ground measured vertically shall have a smooth surface on the push side extending the full width of the door or gate. Parts creating horizontal or vertical joints in these surfaces shall be within 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of the same plane as the other. Cavities created by added kick plates shall be capped.

Recommendation:
Replace the door stop with an overhead hold open device or simply just remove door stop.
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
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BFID: 185221

Compliant knee space has not been provided under the lavatory counter on the left. The lavatories on the right are compliant.

The knee clearance shall be 11 inches minimum in depth at 9 inches above the floor, and 8 inches minimum in depth at 27 inches above the floor. The top of the lavatory rim may be no higher than 34 inches.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 306.3.1
Space under an element between 9 inches (230 mm) and 27 inches (685 mm) above the finish floor or ground shall be considered knee clearance and shall comply with 306.3.

Recommendation:
Install stickers on the mirrors at the lavatory counter on the right indicating they are the accessible lavatories.
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
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BFID: 185222

The baby changing table is in the only accessible stall and the clear floor area overlaps with the required area at the toilet.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 404.1
Doors, doorways, and gates that are part of an accessible route shall comply with 404.

Recommendation:
Relocate the baby changing station outside of the accessible stall.
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
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BFID: 185224

There is not a sticker identifying the accessible stall.
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.

Recommendation:
Install an ISA sticker on the outside of the stall door.
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
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BFID: 185943

The compartment door is not self closing.

The water closet compartment shall be equipped with a door that has an automatic-closing device.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.8.1.2
Toilet compartment doors, including door hardware, shall comply with 404 except that if the approach is to the latch side of the compartment door, clearance between the door side of the compartment and any obstruction shall be 42 inches (1065 mm) minimum. Doors shall be located in the front partition or in the side wall or partition farthest from the water closet. Where located in the front partition, the door opening shall be 4 inches (100 mm) maximum from the side wall or partition farthest from the water closet. Where located in the side wall or partition, the door opening shall be 4 inches (100 mm) maximum from the front partition. The door shall be self-closing. A door pull complying with 404.2.7 shall be placed on both sides of the door near the latch. Toilet compartment doors shall not swing into the minimum required compartment area.

Recommendation:
Adjust the hinges or install self-closing hinges.
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
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BFID: 185944

The water closet compartment door is missing a loop handle on the inside.

Water closet compartments must be equipped with a door that has a loop or U-shaped handle on both sides of the door immediately below the latch. The latch must be flip-over style, sliding or other hardware not requiring the user to grasp or twist.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.8.1.2
Toilet compartment doors, including door hardware, shall comply with 404 except that if the approach is to the latch side of the compartment door, clearance between the door side of the compartment and any obstruction shall be 42 inches (1065 mm) minimum. Doors shall be located in the front partition or in the side wall or partition farthest from the water closet. Where located in the front partition, the door opening shall be 4 inches (100 mm) maximum from the side wall or partition farthest from the water closet. Where located in the side wall or partition, the door opening shall be 4 inches (100 mm) maximum from the front partition. The door shall be self-closing. A door pull complying with 404.2.7 shall be placed on both sides of the door near the latch. Toilet compartment doors shall not swing into the minimum required compartment area.

Recommendation:
Install handle on the inside of the door.
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
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Interior - Pikemasters Model Railroad Club

BFID: 185225

There is no accessible route to the basement. This would require installation of an elevator.

An accessible route of travel must connect all elements and spaces within a building or facility.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 206.2.4
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible building or facility entrances with all accessible spaces and elements within the building or facility which are otherwise connected by a circulation path unless exempted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 through 7.

Recommendation:
Installation of an elevator would destroy the historical character of the building and would be costly.
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
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