2016 California Standards for Accessible Design Pocket Guide - Eff. Jan. 1, 2017
11B-205.1 General.
Operable parts on accessible elements, accessible routes, and in accessible rooms and spaces shall comply with Section 11B-309.
Exceptions:
1. Operable parts that are intended for use only by service or maintenance personnel shall not be required to comply with Section 11B-309.
2. Electrical or communication receptacles serving a dedicated use shall not be required to comply with Section 11B-309.
3. Reserved.
[2010 ADAS] 3. Where two or more outlets are provided in a kitchen above a length of counter top that is uninterrupted by a sink or appliance, one outlet shall not be required to comply with 309.
ETA Editor's Note
The ADA requirement included at Section 11B-205.1 Exception 3 is provided for information only. The CBC scoping requirement is more inclusive.
4. Floor electrical receptacles shall not be required to comply with Section 11B-309.
5. HVAC diffusers shall not be required to comply with Section 11B-309.
6. Except for light switches, where redundant controls are provided for a single element, one control in each space shall not be required to comply with Section 11B-309.
7. Cleats and other boat securement devices shall not be required to comply with Section 11B-309.3 _|Operable Parts; Height|_.
8. Exercise machines and exercise equipment shall not be required to comply with Section 11B-309.
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