Outdoor Developed Areas: A Summary of Accessibility Standards for Federal Outdoor Developed Areas

Documenting Use of the Conditions for Exceptions on a Portion of a Trail or Beach Access Route [F204.4.1]

When using the conditions for exceptions on a portion of trail or a beach access route, Federal agencies should document in writing why they could not fully comply with a specific provision in the technical requirements for trails or beach access routes. The documentation should be retained with the project records. The documentation should include the date the decision is made and the names and positions of the people making the decision. The Access Board is responsible for investigating complaints alleging violations of the ABA Standards and will request documentation when a complaint involves a trail or beach access route.