Stepping Thru Accessibility - Alterations & Additions for Accessible Buildings, December 2016

With the changing emphasis from new to existing buildings, how we implement accessible alterations is dependent upon building use, funding source, and when the facility was constructed. Access is a very broad and extensive topic with many variations, depending on whether it is a place of public accommodation, public building, housing, or federal facilities. Understanding what questions to ask is critical to determine which regulations should be applied.

Gaining better knowledge of the differences in technical and scoping requirements between regulations allows for more effective control and awareness on alteration projects. Recognizing which items do not need to be changed according to safe harbor and deciphering differences between barrier removal and program accommodation have ramifications on construction costs. Obtaining a greater understanding of what aspects need to change, and even how an alteration is defined with its ripple effect of proportional spending is critical and will be focused upon.

Summary

What do you need to know about Accessibility for existing buildings? With the changing emphasis in our practice from new to existing buildings, how we implement Accessible alterations is dependent upon building use, funding source, and when the facility was initially constructed. Learning what questions to ask is critical to determine which regulations to implement. This workshop is an extensive exploration of regulations varying from private to public buildings, and federal facilities to housing.

Contact: director@aiaic.org

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