2022 California Standards for Accessible Design Guide (effective January 1, 2023)

11B-802.4 Designated aisle seats.

Designated aisle seats shall comply with Section 11B-802.4.

11B-802.4.1 Armrests.

Where armrests are provided on the seating in the immediate area, folding or retractable armrests shall be provided on the aisle side of the seat.

11B-802.4.2 Identification.

Each designated aisle seat shall be identified by a sign or marker with the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with Section 11B-703.7.2.1. Signs complying with Section 11B-703.5, notifying patrons of the availability of such seats shall be posted at the ticket office.

[2010 ADA Standards] 802.4.2 Identification. Each designated aisle seat shall be identified by a sign or marker.

Advisory 11B-802.4.2 Identification. Seats with folding or retractable armrests are intended for use by individuals who have difficulty walking. Consider identifying such seats with signs that contrast (light-on-dark or dark-on-light) and that are also photo luminescent. ◼

Advisory 11B-802.4.2 Identification. Signage notifying patrons of the availability of aisle seats shall be posted at the ticket office. If there is no ticket office, the functional equivalent would be in the lobby or at the entrance to the assembly area in a conspicuous location. ◼