16A — January 2024 — Owners, Developers & Managers — M id A tlantic Real Estate Journal
www.marej.com O wners , D evelopers & M anagers By Robert R. Stout, P.E., PLS, Stout & Caldwell Engineers Navigating ADA compliance for your building exterior
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DA compliance in com- mercial real estate, particularly for exist -
What? Designated Pub - lic Accommodations: The ADA clearly identifies those
When? Getting Started: Initiating an ADA compli- ance survey is vital when
ing building exteriors, is gaining re- newed atten- tion. Here we explore the "Who, What, W h e r e , When, Why and How" to ensure ac-
ADA compliance in commercial real estate ensures equality. Professional surveys and onsite reviews determine exterior compliance, emphasizing timely initiation during alterations.
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categories of public accommo- dations that require compli- ance from lodging, food estab- lishments and entertainment venues to retail stores, ser- vice providers, transportation terminals and more. How? Determining Exte - rior Compliance: A profes- sional survey, guided by a well-defined checklist, focuses on exterior elements such as drop-off points, sidewalks, parking lots, entrances and slopes. Measurement confirma - tion, signage assessment and route accessibility are crucial. Where? Onsite Reviews: The ADA Checklist offers detailed guidance for onsite compliance reviews, cover- ing routes of travel, ramps, parking areas and entrances. Specific questions address width, detectability, slope ratios, railing requirements, non-slip surfaces, and parking space configurations.
altering the building exterior but should also be considered by new owners and tenants. This allows for the prompt action necessary to address concerns or complaints within ADA guidelines. Seeking guid- ance from an experienced civil engineering firm like Stout & Caldwell Engineers ensures a comprehensive understanding of compliance requirements. In closing… ADA compli- ance is an ongoing commit- ment fostering inclusivity and accessibility in the built environment. Addressing the "Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How" of ADA compliance for existing building exteriors empowers stakeholders to create spaces catering to the diverse needs of all individuals. Robert R. Stout, P.E., PLS is managing member of Stout & Caldwell Engineers, LLC. MAREJ
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cordance with the established guidelines, emphasizing the significance, responsible par - ties, applicable structures, determination methods and initiation timing. Why? Importance of ADA Compliance: Beyond legal obligations, ADA compliance promotes equality, ensuring in- dividuals with disabilities have equal access and opportunities in virtually all aspects of real estate – employment, shopping, travel, and entertainment. Who? Responsible Parties: Private entities owning, leasing or operating public accommoda- tions bear the responsibility for ADA compliance. This includes both landlords and tenants of businesses open to the public.
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Why is ADA compliance important? Who are the responsible parties? What structures are Public Accommodations? How to determine ADA compliance? Where to review onsite? When to get started?
If you have made or plan to make changes to the building exterior, an ADA compliance survey is a must.
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