Site Accessibility Evaluation

Americans with Disabilities Act
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
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Jefferson Park
2580 Lelaray St
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Accessibility Evaluation
Inspection Date: 08/26/2021
Inspectors: Robert Hernandez
Prepared By
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City of Colorado Springs
(719) 385 - 5175
https://coloradosprings.gov/
Report Date: 02/18/2025

FOR RECORD:

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

DATE: 02/18/2025

SUBJECT: Jefferson Park Self-Evaluation

1. On 08/26/2021, 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

Accessible Routes

BFID: 189100

The cross slope of the sidewalk is 3.8%.

The accessible path of travel contains cross slopes greater than 2%.
Citation:
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:
Remove and replace pads to compliance.
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 189100 Main Photo
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Sidewalk with excessive cross slope
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BFID: 189101

The accessible path of travel has cross slopes greater than 2%.

Surface cross slopes shall not exceed one 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 a ramp.
Citation:
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:
Remove and replace pads to compliance.
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 189101 Main Photo
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Sidewalk with excessive slopes
Sidewalk with excessive slopes

BFID: 189103

The tree branches hang within 60" of the sidewalk.

In addition, the pine needles prevent the sidewalk from having a firm, stable and slip resistant surface.
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:
Trim the tree branches and keep the pine needles swept from the sidewalk.
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
Vegetation hanging within 80
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BFID: 189104

There are multiple issues with this curb ramp including:

A landing with a 5.1% slope.

A 4.8% cross slope and 12.4% running slope on the ramp face.

A bottom landing with an 8.6% cross slope.

Brick detectable warnings that are deteriorating and shifting.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 406
Curb Ramps

Recommendation:
Remove and replace the curb 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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Curb ramp landing with excessive slopes
Curb ramp landing with excessive slopes

BFID: 191705

There is no accessible route to the element.

At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements, and accessible spaces that are on the same site.
Citation:
2015 IBC Section 1104.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

2010 ADAS Section 206.2.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements, and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-locate to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
N/A
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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General

BFID: 189107

The outdoor seating area is not on an accessible route.

At least 5% of the seating in each functional area must be accessible. An accessible table must be on an accessible route (36 inches minimum) and have knee spaces at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide and 19 inches deep. The tops of tables and counters must be 28 inches to 34 inches from the floor or ground.
Citation:
2015 IBC Section 1109.11
Where seating or standing space at fixed or built-in tables, counters or work surfaces is provided in accessible spaces, at least 5 percent of the seating and standing spaces, but not less than one, shall be accessible.

2010 ADAS Section 226.1
Where dining surfaces are provided for the consumption of food or drink, at least 5 percent of the seating spaces and standing spaces at the dining surfaces shall comply with 902. In addition, where work surfaces are provided for use by other than employees, at least 5 percent shall comply with 902.

Recommendation:
When an accessible route is added to the playground, extend it to the picnic table, and provide a level concrete pad under the picnic table.
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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Inaccessible picnic table

Play areas

BFID: 189105

The play area is about 120' from Northview Dr, but there is not sidewalk on the street.

At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements, and accessible spaces that are on the same site.
Citation:
2015 IBC Section 1104.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

2010 ADAS Section 206.2.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements, and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

Recommendation:
Coordinate with Parks and the school to install an accessible route to the play 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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No accessible route to the play area

BFID: 189106

The side flares of the entry ramp into the play area exceed 10%.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 406.3
Where provided, curb ramp flares shall not be steeper than 1:10.

Recommendation:
Install compliant side flares.
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
Ramp entry into play area with excessive side flares