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SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS

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This settlement agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into between the United States of America and Harris County, Texas (collectively, the "Parties").

INTRODUCTION

  1. Following an investigation, the United States brought a civil action against Harris County, Texas (“Harris County”), to enforce Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended (“Title II” and “ADA”), 42 U.S.C. §§ 12131-12134, and Title II’s implementing regulation, 28 C.F.R. Part 35.

  2. The United States alleged that Harris County has discriminated, and continues to discriminate, on the basis of disability, by failing to provide physically accessible polling places to people with mobility and vision disabilities, as required by Title II and the Title II regulation.  The United States found that many of Harris County’s polling places contained architectural barriers such as excessively sloped parking areas, narrow doorways, steep ramps, protruding objects, and inaccessible doorknobs that rendered the facilities inaccessible to voters with disabilities. 

  3. Harris County has over 1,000 voting divisions, currently housed in over 750 polling place locations.  Harris County also has Early Voting polling place locations; the number of these locations varies from election to election.  Harris County, through its County Clerk’s Office, is responsible for reviewing the accessibility of each polling place and selecting each polling place. 

  4. Harris County denies the United States allegations and does not admit, concede, or otherwise acknowledge that it has violated the ADA. 

  5. Individuals with mobility impairments have disabilities within the meaning of the ADA because those impairments substantially limit one or more major life activities of such individuals, including walking.  Individuals with vision impairments have disabilities within the meaning of the ADA because those impairments substantially limit one or more major life activities of such individuals, including seeing.  42 U.S.C. § 12102(2).

  6. Harris County is a “public entity” within the meaning of the ADA, 42 U.S.C. § 12131(1), and 28 C.F.R. § 35.104, and is therefore subject to Title II and its implementing regulation.

  7. The term “Harris County,” as used in this Agreement, shall include the Harris County Clerk’s Office; all of the office’s members, officers, employees, contractors, successors, assigns, and administrative personnel; and any other person under the authority or control of Harris County.

  8. Harris County operates services, programs, and activities within the meaning of Title II, including operating a voting program for federal, state, and local elections for which it selects and uses sites as polling places.

  9. The Parties agree that it is in their mutual interest, and the United States believes that it is in the public interest, to resolve this lawsuit on mutually agreeable terms without further litigation.  In consideration of the mutual promises contained in this Agreement, good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is acknowledged, and to avoid the costs, expenses, and uncertainty of protracted litigation, the Parties, intending to be legally bound, enter into this Agreement.

TERMS OF SETTLEMENT

I. Definitions

  1. “Election” or “Election Day” shall include both the period of Early Voting and Election Day.

  2. “Accessible on Election Day” means that a polling place is compliant with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design (“2010 Standards”) (28 C.F.R. § 35.104, as set forth in appendices B and D to 36 C.F.R. Part 1191 and the requirements contained in 28 C.F.R. § 35.151) on Election Day, whether such compliance is achieved through permanent architectural measures or through the use of temporary measures such as those provided for in Paragraph 22 below.

  3. “Election Day Surveyors” or “EDSs” are Harris County personnel (or contractors) who will review compliance at polling place locations where temporary measures are to be implemented on Election Day.

  4. “Effective Date” of this Agreement is the date of the last signature below.  Unless otherwise specified, all time periods designated for an action run from the Effective Date.

  5. “Subject Matter Experts” are individuals chosen by the Parties with expertise in the accessibility of polling places under the ADA, including expertise with the 2010 Standards.  These individuals will provide technical assistance to Harris County as set forth in this Agreement.

Obligations of Harris County

A. Accessible Voting Program

  1. Harris County shall not exclude qualified individuals with disabilities from participation in or deny them the benefits of its voting program, or subject them to discrimination, on the basis of disability.  42 U.S.C. § 12132; 28 C.F.R. §§ 35.130(a) and 35.149.  Harris County shall administer its voting program in the most integrated setting appropriate to the needs of persons with disabilities.  28 C.F.R. § 35.130(d).  Harris County will take all reasonable and necessary steps to effectuate its obligation to comply with the ADA with respect to its voting program and this Agreement. 

  2. Harris County shall provide accessible polling places in order to have an accessible voting program, including a program that is accessible to persons with mobility or vision disabilities.  42 U.S.C. § 12132; 28 C.F.R. §§ 35.130, 35.149.  Harris County shall select facilities to be used as polling places that do not exclude qualified individuals with disabilities from or deny them the benefits of the polling place, or otherwise subject them to discrimination. 42 U.S.C. § 12132; 28 C.F.R. § 35.130(b)(4).

  3. For all elections occurring after the Effective Date of this Agreement, Harris County will implement measures to remediate the violations previously identified by the United States in its letter of September 29, 2014, and in its five expert reports sent on August 9, 2018, as set forth in Attachment A, to make those polling place locations Accessible on Election Day, or will relocate those locations not remediated to an alternative accessible location pursuant to the process established in Paragraphs 25 and 27 of this Agreement.  Harris County will provide its remediation plan to the United States and the Experts within one hundred eighty (180) days of the Effective Date of this Agreement.  If Harris County asserts, and the United States agrees, that remediation and relocation to an accessible polling place location are infeasible, then Harris County shall comply with Title II’s program accessibility requirements as described in Paragraph 21 of this Agreement.  28 C.F.R. § 35.150.

  4. Nothing in this Agreement limits Harris County from making ADA-compliant, permanent modifications to County-owned polling place locations instead of providing temporary remedial measures or relocating a polling place location to a location that can be made Accessible on Election Day.

  5. For Harris County-owned facilities, Harris County shall maintain in operable working condition on Election Day those features of facilities and equipment (including permanent equipment such as lifts and elevators and temporary equipment such as portable ramps, traffic cones, signs, wedges, and door stops) that are required to make polling places Accessible on Election Day.  28 C.F.R. § 35.133(a).  If circumstances arise such that a County-owned polling place location that was previously accessible is no longer accessible because a feature of the polling place location or equipment is no longer operable, then Harris County shall either purchase new equipment or relocate the polling place to an alternative, accessible location pursuant to the process established in Paragraphs 25 and 27 of this Agreement.  If Harris County asserts, and the United States agrees, that remediation and relocation to an accessible polling place location are infeasible, then Harris County shall comply with Title II’s program accessibility requirements as described in Paragraph 21 of this Agreement.

  6. For all facilities not owned by Harris County, Harris County shall maintain in operable working condition on Election Day those features of facilities and equipment owned by Harris County (including temporary equipment such as portable ramps, traffic cones, signs, wedges, and door stops) that are required to make polling places Accessible on Election Day.  28 C.F.R. § 35.133(a).  If circumstances arise such that a non-Harris County owned polling place location that was previously accessible is no longer accessible because a feature of the polling place location or equipment owned by Harris County is no longer operable, then Harris County shall either purchase new temporary equipment or relocate the polling place to an alternative, accessible location pursuant to the process established in Paragraphs 25 and 27 of this Agreement.  If Harris County asserts, and the United States agrees, that remediation and relocation to an accessible polling place location are infeasible, then Harris County shall comply with Title II’s program accessibility requirements as described in Paragraph 21 of this Agreement.

  7. If Harris County asserts, and the United States agrees, that remediation and relocation to an accessible polling place location are infeasible, then Harris County shall comply with Title II’s program accessibility requirements, see 28 C.F.R. Part 35, Subpart D, and provide absentee voting and effective curbside voting.  Effective curbside voting includes: (1) signage outside of the location informing voters of the availability of curbside voting, the location of the curbside voting, and how voters can notify the official that they are waiting curbside; (2) a curbside voting location that allows the curbside voter to obtain information from candidates and others campaigning outside the polling place; (3) a method for the voter with a disability to announce her arrival at the curbside voting location without requiring the voter to bring a companion or get assistance from another voter (a temporary doorbell or buzzer system at the curbside voting location would be sufficient, but not a telephone system requiring the use of a cell phone or a call-ahead notification); (4) a prompt response from election officials to acknowledge their awareness of the voter; (5) timely delivery of the same information that is provided to voters inside the polling place; and (6) a portable voting system that is accessible and allows the voter to cast her ballot privately and independently.

  8. Harris County agrees that the following measures will be implemented where necessary to make an otherwise inaccessible polling place Accessible on Election Day.  The list of measures is not exhaustive; Harris County may propose other reasonable, temporary measures subject to the review and approval of the United States. 

    1. Portable ramps (including curb ramps) up to and including ramps six feet long, with side edge protection.

    2. Portable wedges or wedge ramps.

    3. Floor mats.

    4. Traffic cones.

    5. Relocating furniture or other moveable barriers.

    6. Door stops.

    7. Propping open doors.

    8. Unlocking doors.

    9. Signage, including parking and accessible entrance directional signage.

    10. Portable buzzers or door bells.

    11. Removing astragals (center door posts) that are not a permanent part of the structure from doorways.

B. Survey and Review of Polling Place Locations

  1. Harris County shall revise its policies, practices, and procedures to select facilities to be used as polling places that do not exclude qualified individuals with disabilities from or deny them the benefits of the polling place, or otherwise subject them to discrimination on the basis of their disabilities.  Within one hundred twenty (120) days of the Effective Date of this Agreement, Harris County shall submit its revised policies, practices, and procedures to the United States for review and approval.  Within ten (10) days of receiving comments from the United States, Harris County shall incorporate in its policies, practices, and procedures any additions or modifications proposed by the United States that bring the County’s policies, practices, and procedures into compliance with the ADA.

  2. Harris County will modify its polling place accessibility survey instrument to conform with the 2010 Standards. The survey instrument will include:  (1) measurements of each feature in the survey form (e.g., width of parking space, slope of curb ramp); (2) photographs of each element of the polling place and of each measurement; (3) the identification of all appropriate remedial measures, including the remedial measures in Paragraph 22 of this Agreement; and (4) measurements (including slope measurements) and photographs of each remedial measure as it will be implemented on Election Day.  The survey instrument will be submitted to the United States for review and approval within sixty (60) days of the Effective Date of this Agreement.  Within ten (10) days of receiving comments from the United States, Harris County shall incorporate in its survey instrument any reasonable changes, additions, or modifications proposed by the United States.

  3. For all polling place locations that were not surveyed fully by the United States in the January 2013 Special Election, the May 2016 Special Election, the November 2016 General Election, or the May 2018 Primary Run-Off Election, Harris County will conduct a survey using the survey instrument referenced in Paragraph 24 of this Agreement.  Harris County will provide all surveys to the Experts, and any survey to the United States upon request, with all surveys to be completed no later than one year after the Effective Date of this Agreement.  The Experts will provide the surveys and the Experts’ recommendations regarding whether the surveys are accurate to the United States on a monthly basis.  If the Experts or the United States disputes the accuracy of a survey, then Harris County will re-survey the portions of the polling place in question.  If the United States concludes that Harris County has proposed a remedial provision that does not fully address a barrier to accessibility, then Harris County will propose and implement, subject to the review and approval of the United States, a remedial measure consistent with Paragraph 22 of this Agreement or relocating a polling place to a location that can be made Accessible on Election Day.

  4. Harris County shall select polling place locations that are Accessible on Election Day to persons with disabilities.  It shall be Harris County’s policy and practice to review each newly proposed polling place location to determine whether it is Accessible on Election Day prior to its use in an election.  Harris County shall use the survey instrument referenced in Paragraph 24 of this Agreement to make all future polling place location selections.  If Harris County ultimately determines that a newly proposed location is inaccessible (as defined by the survey instrument) and cannot be made Accessible on Election Day, then Harris County will reject the location and continue searching until a location that will be Accessible on Election Day can be found subject to Paragraph 21. 

  5. When Harris County identifies a new prospective polling place location, Harris County will provide the Experts and the United States notice within twenty-one (21) days of the selection of the proposed new location, along with copies of all surveys (including photographs) of the polling place.  The new polling place location shall be selected pursuant to the process established by Paragraphs 25 and 27 of this Agreement.  The United States’ approval must be obtained before Harris County uses the location in an election. 

  6. If Harris County finds that it cannot implement a previously-approved remedial provision for a specific polling place location, Harris County will immediately notify and confer with the United States.  If the issue cannot be resolved to the United States’ satisfaction, Harris County will relocate the polling place location to an alternative location that is Accessible on Election Day pursuant to the process established by Paragraphs 25 and 27 of this Agreement.  

  7. If, within two weeks before an election Harris County finds that emergency circumstances have precluded the use of an accessible polling place location, then Harris County will select a polling place pursuant to the process established by Paragraphs 25 and 27 of this Agreement to the extent it is feasible.  Harris County shall promptly provide notice to the Experts and the United States.  If Harris County asserts, and the United States agrees, that relocation to an accessible polling place location is infeasible, then the County shall comply with Title II’s program accessibility requirements as described in Paragraph 21 of this Agreement.

  8. If a political subdivision other than Harris County rejects an available county-designated polling place and instead provides its preferred polling place at its own expense pursuant to Texas Election Code § 43.034(c) and the political subdivision’s preferred polling place is not accessible and cannot be made accessible on Election Day through the use of temporary measures, then Harris County shall comply with Title II’s program accessibility requirements as described in Paragraph 21 of this Agreement.  28 C.F.R. § 35.150.  When such a political subdivision notifies the County that it is providing its preferred polling place at its own expense, the County shall notify the United States within five (5) days and confer with the United States regarding remediation.

  9. If a political party obtains consent from the Texas Secretary of State to reject an available county-designated polling place pursuant to Texas Election Code § 43.034(c) and the political party’s preferred polling place is not accessible and cannot be made accessible on Election Day through the use of temporary measures, then Harris County shall comply with Title II’s program accessibility requirements as described in Paragraph 21 of this Agreement.  28 C.F.R. § 35.150.  When a political party notifies the County that it has obtained the Secretary of State’s consent to reject a county-designated polling place location, the County shall notify the United States within five (5) days and confer with the United States regarding remediation.

C. Election Judge and Poll Worker Training

  1. Prior to each election during the term of this Agreement, as part of its training program for election judges and poll workers, Harris County will provide training on Title II of the ADA and the requirements of this Agreement as applied to Harris County’s voting program, including:

    1. Voting room or area requirements under the 2010 ADA Standards;

    2. Temporary remedial measures, including:  (a) why such measures are necessary; (b) how the measures must be implemented (e.g., how to install ramps, the placement of mats over (and not in front of) thresholds); and (c) a description of the role of Harris County’s Election Day Surveyors (EDSs), as set forth in Paragraph 37 of this Agreement, and the need to follow the instructions of the EDSs regarding the implementation of temporary measures on Election Day;

    3. Interacting with individuals with disabilities and making reasonable modifications necessary to ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are afforded an equal opportunity to participate in Harris County’s voting program; and

    4. Harris County’s revised policies, practices, and procedures, including the policies, practices, and procedures revised pursuant to Paragraphs 21 and 23 and Section F.

  2. After the first election occurring after the Effective Date of this Agreement, and at each training session for each election thereafter, Harris County will identify each election judge in attendance whose polling place was identified as non-compliant by an EDS compliance review from the previous election (pursuant to Paragraph 37 of this Agreement).  Harris County will explain to each election judge the nature of the noncompliance and explain what the election judge must do to remedy the identified issue(s) on Election Day.

  3. Prior to each election during the term of this Agreement, Harris County will provide training to all EDSs designated pursuant to Paragraph 37 of this Agreement.  The training of the EDSs will address: (a) temporary measures, including why they are needed and how the measures must be implemented (e.g., how to install ramps, the placement of mats over (and not in front of) thresholds); (b) how to resolve errors in the implementation of temporary measures on Election Day; (c) how to document the implementation of temporary measures on Election Day using checklists or compliance review forms referenced in Paragraph 36 of this Agreement; and (d) what the EDSs are required to do to implement the requirements of this Agreement.

D. Election Day Compliance Review

  1. Harris County will develop a checklist of the temporary measures to be implemented on Election Day at each polling place location where such measures are required.  The checklist shall be included in the materials provided to each election judge for Election Day and provided to each Harris County employee or vendor involved in installing or implementing temporary measures for Election Day.  The checklist shall include clear instructions and diagrams for the remedial measures to be implemented by the election judge.  Copies of these checklists, instructions, and diagrams will be provided to the Experts and to the United States no later than sixty (60)days before each election.

  2. Harris County will designate County personnel (or contractors) as EDSs to review compliance at the polling place locations where temporary measures are to be implemented on Election Day.  Harris County will provide at least ten teams of two members each in each countywide election.  For each election that is not countywide, Harris County will field a number of teams that is similarly proportionate to the size of the election.  The EDSs shall review compliance with as many polling place locations in each election as is reasonable, with a minimum of twenty (20) polling places reviewed in each election for each team.  All Early Voting locations shall be reviewed by the EDSs at least once during each election.  Any polling place location found by the EDSs to be non-compliant in an election shall be reviewed by EDSs in the subsequent election.  The EDSs shall review polling places where temporary measures are to be implemented on a rotating basis so that they are not reviewing the same polling place locations in a subsequent election, except for those found to be non-compliant.

  3. Harris County and the EDSs will use the checklist developed pursuant to Paragraph 36 of this Agreement to review compliance on Election Day.  The EDSs shall document their compliance reviews (both compliant and non-compliant polling place locations) with detailed photographs.  After documenting a non-compliant polling place location, the EDSs shall remedy any non-compliant implementation of a temporary remedy when possible.  Copies of these compliance reviews will be provided to the Experts and the United States within ninety (90) days after each election.

  4. If Harris County does not properly implement the temporary remedial measures necessary at a particular polling place location on Election Day in two (2) consecutive elections, and, if the polling place location is a county-owned polling place location and Harris County does not make permanent architectural remediation, then Harris County will no longer use the polling place location and will relocate it to a location that is Accessible on Election Day.  If Harris County asserts, and the United States agrees, that remediation and relocation to an accessible polling place location are infeasible, then Harris County shall comply with Title II’s program accessibility requirements, as described in Paragraph 21 of this Agreement.

E. Staff Training

  1. Within one hundred twenty (120) days of the Effective Date of this Agreement, Harris County will provide training from the Subject Matter Experts and/or an outside source to all employees in the Elections Division and any relevant contractors or vendors, including those who conduct surveys or implement temporary measures,on Title II of the ADA and the requirements of this Agreement as applied to Harris County’s voting program, including:

    1. Polling place accessibility requirements under the 2010 ADA Standards;

    2. Temporary remedial measures, including:  (a) why such measures are necessary; (b) how the measures must be implemented (e.g., how to install ramps, the placement of mats over (and not in front of) thresholds); and (c) a description of the role of Harris County’s Election Day Surveyors (EDSs), as set forth in Paragraph 37 of this Agreement, and the need to follow the instructions of the EDSs regarding the implementation of temporary measures on Election Day;

    3. Interacting with individuals with disabilities and making reasonable modifications necessary to ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are afforded an equal opportunity to participate in Harris County’s voting program; and

    4. Harris County’s revised policies, practices, and procedures, including the policies, practices, and procedures revised pursuant to Paragraphs 21 and 23 and Section F.

  2. Harris County may tape the initial training to use for employees hired after the initial training.  Harris County will provide this training on an annual basis for the duration of this Agreement.  Harris County must obtain the United States’ approval of the trainer and the materials to be used in the training.

F. Complaint Collection and Review Process

  1. Harris County will submit for approval by the United States, and then adopt, procedures providing for the receipt of and prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging that the County’s voting program discriminates against persons with disabilities.  28 C.F.R. § 35.107(b).  The complaint procedures shall include procedures for election judges and poll workers to gather and document appropriate information from a complainant on site at a polling place during an election, and for Harris County to accept and document phone calls and emails received prior to, during, or after an election.  Harris County will publish the complaint procedures on the Harris County Clerk’s website and provide notices at each polling place during each election.  These procedures will be in place for all elections after the Effective Date of this Agreement.

  2. Within ninety (90) days of the Effective Date of this Agreement and for the term of this Agreement, Harris County will designate an employee to serve as an ADA Coordinator for the Elections Division.  The ADA Coordinator will be trained in and knowledgeable about the ADA and the terms of this Agreement, and will investigate any complaint that the County, election judges, or any other person under the authority or control of Harris County receives alleging that the County’s voting program discriminates against persons with disabilities.  The ADA Coordinator will also implement the complaint procedures described in Paragraph 42.  28 C.F.R. § 35.107(a).

  3. Harris County will publish a Notice to Voters with Disabilities on its website and at all polling places for all elections within one hundred twenty (120) days of the Effective Date of this Agreement, and for the term of this Agreement, that notifies voters of the name of, and contact information for, the Election Division’s ADA Coordinator. 

  4. Harris County will promptly provide to the United States a copy of the written complaint procedures described in Paragraph 42.  Every ninety (90) days, Harris County will provide a written report to the United States including summaries of any written complaints, complaints received as voice messages or other audio files, or written descriptions of verbal complaints, that the County, the election judges, or any other person under the authority or control of Harris County receives alleging that the County’s voting program discriminates against persons with disabilities; and any written responses provided by the County and a written description of actions taken in response to such complaints.  Harris County will provide the United States with copies of any written complaints, complaints received as voice messages or other audio files, or written descriptions of verbal complaints, upon request.

III. Subject Matter Experts

A. Selection of the Subject Matter Experts

  1. The Parties agree that Jeromy Murphy and Attila Huszka shall be the Subject Matter Experts (“Experts”) retained by Harris County to provide technical assistance.

  2. In the event an Expert resigns or the Parties agree to replace an Expert, the Parties will meet and confer within ten (10) days to agree upon a replacement.

B. Experts’ Responsibilities

  1. The Experts will provide training and technical assistance to help Harris County comply with its obligations under the Agreement.  Harris County will cooperate fully with the Experts.  The Experts will also analyze and report on data reflecting Harris County’s progress in complying with the polling place physical accessibility sections of this Agreement.

  2. The Experts and the United States will have full access to persons, employees, facilities, buildings, programs, services, documents, data, records, materials, and things that are necessary to assess Harris County’s progress and implementation efforts with this Agreement.  The United States and/or the Experts will provide reasonable notice of any visit or inspection.

  3. In addition to reviewing and analyzing surveys and remedial measures, the Experts will assess the quality and sufficiency of Harris County’s survey process and implementation of remedial measures, by reviewing regularly a representative sample of polling places surveyed by Harris County and temporary measures implemented by Harris County during an election.

  4. At least every six (6) months, the Experts will draft and submit to the Parties a comprehensive public report on Harris County’s compliance including recommendations, if any, to facilitate or sustain compliance as well as information obtained under Paragraph 50.  Harris County shall post these reports on its website.

  5. The Experts will provide Harris County with technical assistance relating to any aspect of the physical accessibility of polling places as provided for in this Agreement.

  6. In completing their responsibilities the Experts may:  (a) hire staff and consultants as necessary to assist in carrying out the Experts’ duties and responsibilities; (b) require written reports and data from Harris County concerning compliance; and (c) testify in enforcement proceedings regarding any matter relating to the implementation, enforcement, or dissolution of the Agreement, including, but not limited to, the Experts’ observations, findings, and recommendations in this matter.

C. Reimbursement and Payment

  1. The cost of the Experts, including the cost of any staff or consultants to the Experts, will be borne by Harris County, but the Experts and the Experts’ staff or consultants are not agents of Harris County.  All reasonable expenses incurred by the Experts or any of the Experts’ staff in the course of the performance of the duties of the Experts will be reimbursed by Harris County consistent with the agreed upon budget.

  2. Harris County will not otherwise employ, retain, or be affiliated with the Experts on any matter related to this Agreement or this litigation (Civil Action No. 4:16-cv-02331), unless the United States gives its written consent to waive this prohibition.

IV. Training and Technical Assistance from the United States

  1. Upon request from Harris County, the United States, in collaboration with the Experts, will provide training to Harris County personnel on the surveying process and the application of the 2010 Standards to polling place locations. 

  2. Upon request from Harris County, the United States will provide technical assistance to Harris County concerning the implementation of the terms of this Agreement, including assistance in preparing training materials and on ways to implement temporary measures to make a polling place Accessible on Election Day.

V. Enforcement and Termination

  1. The Parties agree to file this Agreement as an exhibit to a joint motion to dismiss the United States’ Complaint, pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(2), subject to reinstatement upon the United States’ motion for the purpose of resolving a claim that Harris County materially breached any provision of this Agreement.  The motion to dismiss the Complaint shall request that the Court retain jurisdiction to resolve any dispute under the Agreement.

  2. Should the United States move to restore the Complaint to the active docket of the Court for purposes of resolution of a claim of breach, Harris County consents to and agrees not to contest the United States’ motion to restore, and consents to and agrees not to contest the exercise of personal jurisdiction over Harris County by the Court. 

  3. If the Action is reinstated, Harris County expressly agrees not to count the time during which this Agreement is in place, or use the terms or existence of this Agreement, to plead, argue or otherwise raise any defenses under theories of claim preclusion, issue preclusion, statute of limitations, estoppel, laches, or similar defenses. 

  4. Before moving to restore the Complaint to the active docket, the United States shall provide Harris County notice of any asserted breach in writing.  Harris County shall have up to sixty (60) days from the date of notice to cure the default.  If an election will be held in less than sixty (60) days, the United States may file a claim of breach upon reasonable notice to Harris County.

  5. In the event the United States reinstates the Action and the Court finds a material breach of the Agreement, the United States may seek the following:  1) an order mandating specific performance of any term or provision in this Agreement; and 2) any additional relief that may be authorized by law or equity.

  6. This Agreement shall terminate in four years. 

  7. Notwithstanding Paragraph 63, this Agreement will terminate earlier than four years if the Department determines that Harris County has demonstrated durable compliance with Title II of the ADA with respect to its voting program.  

  8. Notwithstanding Paragraph 64, if the Department determines that Harris County has demonstrated durable compliance with a part of the Agreement and that part is sufficiently severable from the other requirements of the Agreement, the Parties agree to terminate that part of the Agreement.  In determining whether Harris County has demonstrated durable compliance with a part of the Agreement, the Department may assess collectively all the requirements of the Agreement to determine whether the intended outcome of the part has been achieved.

  9. In any dispute regarding compliance with any provision of this Agreement, Harris County will bear the burden of demonstrating that it is in compliance with this Agreement.

  10. Delivery of Materials:  All notices, demands, or other communications including reporting materials sent to the United States pursuant to this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered by e-mail to elizabeth.johnson@usdoj.gov (or to any other e-mail address that the United States designates during the term of this Agreement) or by overnight delivery to the following person and address:  Chief, Disability Rights Section, Civil Rights Division, U.S. Department of Justice, 1425 New York Avenue, N.W., Fourth Floor, Washington, D.C. 20005.  The cover letter shall include a subject line referencing Harris County and DJ# 204-74-351.

  11. Reviewing Compliance:  The United States may review compliance with this Agreement at any time.  Harris County will cooperate fully with the United States’ efforts to monitor compliance with this Agreement, including but not limited to, providing the United States with timely access to polling places (including on Election Day), maps, surveys, employees, contractors, training sessions, relevant documents, and other reasonably requested information.  After receipt of each report referenced in Paragraph 51, the parties will confer to assess the County’s compliance with this Agreement.

  12. Titles and Headings:  Titles and other headings contained in this Agreement are included only for ease of reference and shall have no substantive effect.

  13. Entire Agreement:  This Agreement, including Attachment A, constitutes the entire agreement between the United States and Harris County on the matters raised herein and no other statement or promise, written or oral, made by any party or agents of any party, that is not contained in this written Agreement, including Attachment A, shall be enforceable.

  14. Severability:  If any term of this Agreement is determined by any court to be unenforceable, the other terms of this Agreement shall nonetheless remain in full force and effect.

  15. Non-Waiver:  Failure by the United States to enforce any provisions or deadlines in this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of the right of the United States to enforce any deadlines or provisions of this Agreement.

  16. Limitation:  This Agreement is limited to resolving claims under Title II of the ADA related to the facts specifically set forth in Paragraphs 1 through 3, above, concerning physical accessibility of polling places.  Nothing in this Agreement relates to other provisions of the ADA or affects Harris County’s obligations to comply with any other federal, state, or local statutory, administrative, regulatory, or common law obligation, including those relating to nondiscrimination against individuals with disabilities.

  17. Modifications:  Any modifications of this Agreement, such as extensions of the time limits for performance imposed by the Agreement, may be made only by the mutual written consent of the Parties. 

  18. Fees and Costs:  Each of the Parties to this litigation will bear its own costs and attorney’s fees associated with this litigation.

  19. Preservation of Documents:  Throughout the term of this Agreement, the parties shall preserve documents, electronically stored information, or other information related to this litigation (Civil Action No. 4:16-cv-02331) and necessary to determining Harris County’s compliance with this Agreement.  The parties need not preserve documents, including communications, created by and exchanged solely among attorneys or staff within the United States Department of Justice or the Harris County Attorney’s Office, respectively.  Nothing in this paragraph relieves either party of any other obligations imposed by this Agreement.

  20. Counterparts:  This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which is an original, and all of which taken together constitute one single document.

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RYAN K. PATRICK
United States Attorney
Southern District of Texas

DANIEL DAVID HU 
Chief, Civil Division
JOHN A. SMITH, III
Deputy Chief, Civil Division
Assistant United States Attorney
E. PAXTON WARNER
Assistant United States Attorney

ERIC S. DREIBAND 
Assistant Attorney General 
Civil Rights Division

REBECCA B. BOND
Chief
KATHLEEN WOLFE
Special Litigation Counsel 
AMANDA MAISELS
Deputy Chief

/s/ Jimmy A. Rodriguez 
JIMMY A. RODRIGUEZ
Assistant United States Attorney
Southern District No. 572175
Texas Bar No. 24037378
USAO-Southern District of Texas
1000 Louisiana, Suite 2300
Houston, Texas 77002
Tel.  713-567-9532
Fax.  713-718-3303
Email: jimmy.rodriguez2@usdoj.gov

Date: 3/12/19

/s/ Elizabeth Johnson 
ELIZABETH JOHNSON
CHRISTINE KIM
CHARLOTTE L. LANVERS
DOV LUTZKER
Trial Attorneys 
Disability Rights Section 
Civil Rights Division 
U.S. Department of Justice 
950 Pennsylvania Ave., NW-NYA 
Washington, D.C. 20530 
Telephone: (202) 307-3543
Facsimile: (202) 305-9775 
elizabeth.johnson@usdoj.gov
christine.kim2@usdoj.gov
charlotte.lanvers@usdoj.gov
dov.lutzker@usdoj.gov

Date: 3/12/19

FOR HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS:

/s/ Lina Hidalgo
County Judge Lina Hidalgo
Harris County, Texas

Date: March 12, 2019

Attachment A: Violations Identified in the United States' Letter of Findings (Sept. 29, 2014)

Polling place violations that can be remediated with temporary measures

American Legion Post, 708 E. Parker Road, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Building Entrance & Voting Area: The area in front of the exterior entrance contains no level landing (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The pull side of the entrance door does not provide at least 18 inches clearance to the side of the latch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, Fig. 25; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.4)

Baytown Community Center, 2407 Market Street, Baytown, TX (Early Voting Location Only)

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains a fire extinguisher and two hand sanitizers that protrude more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of each object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Voting Area: One side of the double leaf doors to the voting area does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).

Burbank Elementary School, 216 Tidwell Road, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route to the building has a vertical drop-off on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

Charlton Park Rec Center, 8200 Park Place Boulevard, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide as the curb ramp is in the designated access aisle (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

Church of the Living God Temple 1, 2110 E. Crosstimbers Street, Houston, TX

  • Please note that the interior was closed so the United States did not conduct a full survey.

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Building Entrance: One side of the double leaf doors (the wood doors and the gated doors) at the designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the doors are open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).

El Mesias United Methodist Church, 406 E. Rittenhouse Street, Houston, TX

  • Building Entrance: The area in front of the exterior entrance contains no level landing (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

Ernest F. Mendel Elementary School, 3735 Topping Street, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance is not at least 36 inches wide as a flower pot blocks the path of travel (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Hallways and Corridors & Voting Area: One side of the double leaf doors in the interior of the school on route to the voting area does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).

Evelyn Thompson Elementary School, 220 Casa Grande Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Faith Presbyterian Church, 2301 S. Houston Road, Pasadena, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Felix H. Morales Elementary School, 305 W. Harris Drive, Pasadena, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Fire Station #20, 6902 Navigation Boulevard, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Freeman Elementary School, 2323 Theta Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Galena Park Library, 1500 Keene Street, Galena Park, TX (Early Voting & Election Day Location)

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch as it contains a 1 inch change (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303 and 403.4).

Gallegos Elementary School, 7415 Harrisburg Boulevard, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Gardens Elementary School, 1105 East Harris Avenue, Pasadena, TX

  • Building Entrance: The exterior door lacks door hardware that is usable with one hand without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.9; 2010 ADA Stds 309.4).

Garfield Elementary School, 10301 Hartsook Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Building Entrance: The area in front of the exterior entrance on the ramp contains no level landing (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

Glenbrook United Methodist Church, 8635 Glen Valley Drive, Houston, TX

  • Please note that the interior was closed so we did not conduct a full survey.

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Hardy Senior Center, 11901 West Hardy Road, Houston, TX

  • Building Entrance: The area in front of the exterior entrance contains no level landing (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Hallways & Corridors: Maneuvering clearance is blocked by a large magazine rack (1991 ADA Stds 4.2.4.1, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305, 404.2.4).

Harris County Administrative Building, 1001 Preston, 1st Floor, Houston, TX (Early Voting Location Only)

  • Building Entrance: One side of the double leaf door at the designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).

Henderson Elementary School, 1800 Dismuke Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The running slope of the accessible route is greater than 5% (but does not comply with ramp standards including handrails (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2) and edge protection (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9)) (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Heritage Elementary School, 1225 TC Jester Boulevard, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

Holy Name Church, 1912 Marion Street, Houston, TX (Early Voting Location Only)

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Houston Gulf Coast and Construction, 2704 Sutherland Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route to the building has a vertical drop-off on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

Ingrando Park Rec Center, 7302 Keller Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking lot to the sidewalk is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch as the ramp on the designated accessible route is missing concrete and is in disrepair (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303 and 403.4).

JC Mitchell Elementary School, 10900 Gulfdale Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route is steeper than 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: Because of mud and puddles on the sidewalk, the designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

John Harris Elementary School, 801 Broadway Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

JP Cornelius Elementary School, 7475 Westover Street, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Building Entrance: The ramp slope at the entrance is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

Knights Inn, 12500 North Freeway, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Lindale Assembly of God Church, 504 Chaplin Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Looscan Elementary School, 3800 Robertson Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route through the parking lot is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303 and 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route to the building has a vertical drop-off on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

Mary Walke Stephens Elementary School, 2402 Aldine Mail Route, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Meadow Creek Village Park Community Center, 5333 Berry Creek Drive, Houston, TX

  • Building Entrance: The area in the vestibule of the exterior entrance contains no level landing (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

Mountain Top Ministries, 8420 Almeda Genoa Road, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The temporary ramp used as the designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.3; 2010 ADA Stds 405.5).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch as it contains a 5 inch change (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303 and 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Building Entrance: The ramp slope of the current, temporary ramp from the parking to the building entrance is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Neighborhood Center Inc Ripley House Campus, 4410 Navigation Boulevard, Houston, TX (Early Voting & Election Day Location)

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The pedestrian route contains a drug disposal box that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

North Shore Friends Church, 1013 Maxey Road, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Primera Iglesia Bautista de Pasadena, 612 E. Houston Avenue, Pasadena, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route is steeper than 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1 inch) (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Ralph Goodman Elementary School, 9325 Deer Trail Drive, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1 1/2 inches) (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Raul Yzaguirre School for Success Tejano Center, 2950 Broadway Boulevard, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Hallways & Corridors & Voting Area: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area and within the voting area contains television sets that protrude more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of each object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Red Bluff Elementary School, 416 Bearle Street, Pasadena, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Building Entrance: The designated accessible route to the only building entrance open on election day is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch as it contains three steps. Although there is an accessible entrance, it was locked on election day (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303 and 403.4).

Richard & Kitty Spence Elementary School, 1300 Gears Road, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

Rick Schneider Elementary School, 8430 Easthaven Boulevard, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

San Jacinto Girl Scout Imperial Valley Center, 15800 Imperial Valley Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

Scarborough Elementary School, 3021 Little York Road, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

Scroggins Elementary School, 400 Boyles Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

South Houston Intermediate School, 900 College Avenue, South Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

St. Anne de Beaupre Catholic Church, 2810 Link Road, Houston, TX

  • Building Entrance: One side of the double leaf door at the designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1 1/4 inches) (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

St. Francis Cabrini Parish Center, 10727 Hartsook Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch in several places (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

St. Paul AME Church, 1554 Gears Road, Houston, TX

  • Building Entrance: The area in front of the exterior entrance contains no level landing (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

Thomas Gray Elementary School, 700 West Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

William Booth Garden Apartments, 808 Frawley Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide as the curb ramps are in the middle of the current access aisle (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6). 

Woodland Lodge No 1157, 8337 Sweetwater Lane, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Building Entrance & Voting Area: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Woodland Park Community Center, 212 Parkview Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Building Entrance: Maneuvering clearance in front of the entrance is inadequate due to sloped sides of the walkway before the entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.2.4.1, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305, 404.2.4).

Polling places that cannot be remediated with temporary measures:

Cage Elementary School, 4528 Leeland Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route to the building has a vertical drop-off on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Building Entrance: The ramp slope at the entrance is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

Emanuel Deliverance Temple of Refuge, 4718 Little Crest Road, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Parking & Sidewalks & Walkways: The parking lot and the walkway to the sidewalk are covered with grass and do not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route to the building has a vertical drop-off on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Building Entrance: The ramp slope at the entrance is greater than 1:12 (14.6%) (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Building Entrance & Voting Area: The area in front of the exterior entrance contains no level landing (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance & Voting Area: The door at the designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).

  • Building Entrance & Voting Area: The exterior door lacks door hardware that is usable with one hand without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.9; 2010 ADA Stds 309.4).

  • Building Entrance & Voting Area: The pull side of the entrance door does not provide at least 18 inches clearance to the side of the latch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, Fig. 25; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.4).

Greater Love Baptist Church, 6113 Jensen Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Building Entrance: The designated accessible route to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch as it contains two steps (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303 and 403.4).

  • Building Entrance & Voting Area: The exterior door lacks door hardware that is usable with one hand without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.9; 2010 ADA Stds 309.4).

  • Building Entrance & Voting Area: The pull side of the entrance door does not provide at least 18 inches clearance to the side of the latch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, Fig. 25; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.4).

Jefferson Davis High School, 1101 Quitman Street, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Building Entrance: The designated accessible route to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch as it contains four steps (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303 and 403.4).

Scarsdale Civic Association Building, 12127 Teaneck Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (6.2% to 7.1%) (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (5 inches) (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Expert Report of James L.E. Terry, Evan Terry Associates, LLC (August 9, 2018)

Alexander Deussen Park Senior Center, 12303 Sonnier Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Parking & Sidewalk & Walkways: The parking lots and the walkways to the entrance contain gravel, a manhole cover, and grass and do not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1, 502.4).

  • Drop-off: The surface slope in the vehicle pull-up space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.6; ADA Stds 503.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible routes to the entrance have surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The pedestrian route contains a handrail extension that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (5 inches) (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route to the building has a vertical drop-off on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

Alice McKean Young Library, 5107 Griggs Road, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (28 C.F.R. § 35.133; 1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains cords and a hand sanitizer that protrude more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of each object is more than 27 inches above the floor (28 C.F.R. § 35.133; 1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Galena Park Library, 1500 Keene Street, Galena Park, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Drop-off: The surface slope in the vehicle pull-up space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.6; ADA Stds 503.4).

  • Drop-off: There is no accessible route from the vehicle pull-up space to the entrance as there is no curb ramp provided from the vehicle pull-up space and access aisle to the sidewalk and route to the entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.6, 4.7.1, 4.3.2; 2010 ADA Stds 206.2.1, 402.2, 503.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

Hardy Street Senior Citizens Center, 11901 West Hardy, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Parking & Sidewalk & Walkways: The parking lot and the walkway to the entrance contain gravel and do not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1, 502.4).

  • Drop-off: The surface slope in the vehicle pull-up space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.6; ADA Stds 503.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible routes from the parking lot and public sidewalk to the entrance are not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors & Voting Area: The pedestrian routes from the entrance to the voting area and within the voting area contain sloping sections of the walls that protrude more than 4 inches into the routes and the bottom of each section is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope on the exit ramp from the voting area exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.6; 2010 ADA Stds 405.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramps along the designated accessible route from parking and the public sidewalk to the entrance do not have level landings at the top of the ramps (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The exit ramp along the designated accessible route does not have a level landing at the top and bottom of the ramp that are at least 60 inches long (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the designated accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route from the public sidewalk to the building and the exit ramp have vertical drop-offs on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

Harris County Courthouse Annex 14 SE, 5737 Cullen Boulevard, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the access aisle of the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Drop-off: The surface slope in the vehicle pull-up space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.6; ADA Stds 503.4).

  • Drop-off & Sidewalks & Walkways: The access aisle of the designated accessible vehicle pull-up space and the walkway to the entrance contain gravel and do not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1, 503.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The temporary curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The temporary curb ramp used as the designated accessible route to the entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.3; 2010 ADA Stds 405.5).

  • Building Entrance: The pull side of the entrance door does not provide at least 18 inches clearance to the side of the latch for at least 60 inches of depth (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, Fig. 25; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.4).

  • Building Entrance: The area in front of the exterior, alternate entrance contains no level landing (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The interior door cannot be opened with 5 pounds of force or less (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.11; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.9).

  • Elevator: The elevator lacks audible signals in the hallways to indicate arrival and direction of elevator car (1991 ADA Stds 4.10.4; 2010 ADA Stds 407.2.2.1).

  • Elevator: The elevator lacks visual and audible signals within the elevator car to indicate the position of the car (1991 ADA Stds 4.10.13; 2010 ADA Stds 407.4.8).

Harris County Annex 57, 19818 Franz Road, Katy, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303 and 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: An object hangs over the pedestrian route lower than 80 inches (1991 ADA Stds 4.4.2; 2010 ADA Stds 307.4).

Harris County Clear Lake Park Rec Center, 4953-4999 East NASA Parkway, Seabrook, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

Tom Bass Community Center - Section 3, 15108 Cullen Boulevard, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the access aisle of the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Drop-off: The surface slope in the vehicle pull-up space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.6; ADA Stds 503.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains a drinking fountain that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Expert Report of Ken Schoonover, P.E., KMS Associates, Inc. (August 7, 2018)

A.B. Anderson Academy 7401 Wheatly St., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the polling entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Anderson Elementary School, 6218 Lynngate Dr., Spring, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains a counter and two drinking fountains that protrude more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of each object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Voting area: There is insufficient maneuvering clearance in front of check-in stations (1991 ADA Stds 4.2.3; 2010 ADA Stds 304.3).

B. T. Washington High School, 119 E. 39th St., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The route was not at least 36 inches wide because it was obstructed by a locked gate (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

Burrus Elementary School, 701 E. 33rd St., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance does not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces as it was not continuous and contains grass (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(4), 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The inaccessible entrance lacks signage directing voters to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(7)(c); 2010 ADA Stds 216.6).

  • Building Entrance: The alternate, accessible entrance is locked (28 C.F.R. § 35.133).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The interior door cannot be opened with 5 pounds of force or less (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.11; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.9).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pull side of the interior door does not provide at least 18 inches clearance to the side of the latch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, Fig. 25; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.4).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Candlelight Park Community Center, 1520 Candlelight Lane, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: An object hangs over the pedestrian route lower than 80 inches (1991 ADA Stds 4.4.2; 2010 ADA Stds 307.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Cypress Point Baptist Church, Blue Lake Dr., Huffman, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Durham Elementary School, 4803 Brinkman St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The access aisle was blocked (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502.2, 502.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The route was not at least 36 inches wide because it was obstructed by a locked gate (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Building Entrance: The pull side of the entrance door does not provide at least 18 inches clearance to the side of the latch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, Fig. 25; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance did not have level landing at the bottom of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

Eiland Elementary School, 6700 N. Klein Circle Dr., Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The exterior route to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

First New Hope Bible Church, W. Mount Houston Rd, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp does not have handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

G. W. Carver Contemporary High School, 2100S. Victory Dr., Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

Ginger McNabb Elementary School, 743 East Cypresswood Dr., Spring, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Voting area: There is insufficient maneuvering space in front of the accessible voting machine (1991 ADA Stds 4.2.3; 2010 ADA Stds 304.3).

God's Grace Community Church, 1106W. Tidwell Rd., Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Voting Area: There is insufficient maneuvering clearance in front of the accessible voting machine (1991 ADA Stds 4.2.3; 2010 ADA Stds 304.3).

Highland Park Recreation Center, 3316 De Soto St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

Holiday Inn Houston Intercontinental, 15222 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Humble Elementary School, 20252 Fieldtree Dr., Humble, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains an AED box that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Immanuel United Church, 26501 Border St., Spring, TX

  • Building Entrance: One side of the double leaf doors at the designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).  

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

John F. Kennedy Elementary School, 400 Victoria Dr., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

Jones EC PK Center, Forest Point Dr., Humble, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

Memorial Hills Clubhouse, Briarcreek Blvd., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is damaged and uneven, is not level in all directions, and has a slope that exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Parking: The access aisle does not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1, 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Nitsch Elementary School, W. Mount Houston Rd., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

North Belt Elementary School, E. North Belt Dr., Humble, TX

  • Voting Area: The width of the route in the voting area was not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: There is no level landing at least 60 inches long and 60 inches wide where the ramp changes directions (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4(3); 2010 ADA 405.7.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Northwest Church of Christ, 67220 W. Tidwell Rd., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Building Entrance: The pull side of the entrance door does not provide at least 18 inches clearance to the side of the latch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, Fig. 25; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.4).

  • Hallways & Corridors: An object hangs over the pedestrian route lower than 80 inches (1991 ADA Stds 4.4.2; 2010 ADA Stds 307.4).

Oak Forest Elementary School-Houston, 1401 W. 43rd St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The route was not at least 36 inches wide because it was obstructed by a locked gate (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

Osborne Elementary School, Ringold St., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

River Pines Elementary School, 2400 Cold River Dr., Humble, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

Salyers Elementary School, 25705 W. Hardy Rd., Spring, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The surface slope in the access aisle of the designated accessible van space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

Spirit of the Word, 803 Curtin St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

St. Pius X High School, 811 W. Donovan St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

Teague Middle School, 21700 Rayford Rd., Humble, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

Wesley Elementary School, Dillard St., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Entrance:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (2010 ADA Stds 303.4, 405.2).

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Alvin D. Baggett Community Center, 1302 Keene St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The surface slope of the designated accessible van space exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible routes to the entrance have surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Voting Area: The pedestrian route within the voting area contains a thermostat that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Beneke Elementary School, 3840 Briarchase St., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Bethany Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 7304 Homestead Rd., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains a receipt desk with a counter that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of each object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Bruce Elementary School, 511 Jensen Dr., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope of the access aisle of the designated accessible van space exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The route was not at least 36 inches wide because it was obstructed by a gate (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Creekside Park Junior High School, 8711 Creekside Green Dr., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Voting Area: The pedestrian route within the voting area contains an AED box that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Eastwood Academy Charter High School, 1315 Dumble St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

Eickenroht Elementary School, 15252 Grant Point Rd., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes from the parking lot and the public sidewalk to the entrance exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Fiesta Mart Inc., 8130 Kirby Rd., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

First Baptist Church of Tomball, 401 Oxford St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The surface slope of the access aisle and parking space exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Freeman Branch Library, 16616 Diana Ln., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes from the vehicle pull-up space and the public sidewalk to the entrance exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Gloria B. Sammons, 2301 Frick Rd., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The parking lot does not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1, 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route does not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Greater True Vine Missionary Baptist Church, 3011 Fontinot St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes from the parking and public sidewalk exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance:  One side of the double leaf doors at the designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains a drinking fountain that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Helen Major Elementary School, 16855 Sugar Pine Dr., Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Helms Community Learning Center, 503 West 21st St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks &Walkways: The accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

Hill Intermediate School, 2625 West Mount Houston St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Drop-off: The surface slope in the access aisle next to the vehicle pull-up space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.6; ADA Stds 503.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope of the south ramp in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.6; 2010 ADA Stds 405.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramps along the designated accessible route to the entrance do not have level landings at the top of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

Hiram Clarke Multi Service Center, 3810 W. Fuqua St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The route was not at least 36 inches wide because it was obstructed by a locked gate (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains an AED box that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

John Phelps Courthouse, 101 South Rickey St., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes from the parking lot and public sidewalk exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Julia C. Hester House, 2020 Solo St., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Justice of the Peace Entry, 5300 Griggs Rd., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible routes from the parking lot and public sidewalk to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Voting Area: The width of the route in the voting area was not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

Kashmere Multi Service Center, 4802 Lockwood Dr., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes from the public sidewalk and public transportation stop to the entrance exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains an AED cabinet that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have level landing at the bottom of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

Key Middle School, 4000 Kelley St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated permanent van accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Parking: The designated, temporary accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Voting Area: The pedestrian route within the voting area contains a fire alarm pull box that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have a level landing at the top that is at least 60 inches long (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4(2); 2010 ADA 405.7.3).

Kyle Chapman Activity Center, 7340 Spencer Highway, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route to the building has a vertical drop-off on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

Lakes of Northpointe Clubhouse, 13502 Northpointe Ridge Ln., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Voting Area: The pedestrian route within the voting area contains a kitchen counter that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Langwood Baptist Church, 4134 Sutherland Rd., Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking & Sidewalk & Walkways: The parking lot and the walkway to the entrance contain gravel and do not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1, 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains a shelf that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Londonberry Clubhouse, 8331 London Way Dr., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The parking lot contains mats covering gaps in the pavement that do not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces as they can be compressed into the gaps when pressure is applied (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1, 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The walkway from the parking lot to the entrance contains mats covering gaps in the pavement that do not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces as they can be compressed into the gaps when pressure is applied  (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Moody Park Community Center, 3725 Fulton St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Neighborhood Centers Inc Ripley House, 4410 Navigation Blvd., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains a video phone that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Northbrook Senior High School, 1 Raider Circle South, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Voting Area: The pedestrian route within the voting area contains a fire alarm pull box that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Pleasantville Elementary School, 1431 Gellhorn Dr., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

Saint Timothy Lutheran Church, 14225 Hargrave Rd., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

Scarsdale County Annex, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the access aisle of the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains two fire extinguishers that protrude more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of each object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Sunnyside Multi-Purpose Center, 9314 Cullen Blvd., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible routes from the parking lot and public sidewalk to the entrance have surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the accessible routes from the parking lot and public sidewalk to the entrance exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains an AED cabinet and two hand sanitizers that protrude more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of each object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Tomball City Hall Council Chamber, 401 Market St., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains a counter that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp used as the designated accessible route is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.3; 2010 ADA Stds 405.5).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have level landing at the top of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: There is no level landing provided for every 30 inches of rise of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA 405.7, 405.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: There is no level landing at least 60 inches long and 60 inches wide where the ramp changes directions (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4(3); 2010 ADA 405.7.4).

 
Wesley United Methodist Church, 7225 Homestead Rd., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The parking lot contains gravel and does not provide stable, firm, and slip resistant surfaces (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 302.1, 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance in the vestibule of the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the interior vestibule door exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp since the element present had a gripping surface of 3 ½ inch height and 1 ½ inch width (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5, 4.26.2, Fig. 39; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2, 505.7.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route to the building has a vertical drop-off on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

West Gray Adaptive Recreation, 1475 West Gray St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The permanent and temporary designated accessible van spaces do not include access aisles that are at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The surface slope in the access aisle of the designated accessible parking space in the back parking lot is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the public transportation stop to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: An object hangs over the pedestrian route lower than 80 inches (1991 ADA Stds 4.4.2; 2010 ADA Stds 307.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Exit: The automatic opener of the exit door is not operational, and the push side of the exit door does not provide at least 12 inches clearance to the side of the latch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, Fig. 25; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.4).

  • Building Exit: The raised threshold at the exit door exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have level landing at the top of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route to the building has a vertical drop-off on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

Wildwood Creek Elementary School, 13802 Northpoint Blvd., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Willow Creek Elementary School, 18302 North Eldridge Pkwy., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Expert Report of Jeromy G. Murphy, American Construction Investigations, LTD (August 6, 2018)

Alice Johnson Junior High School, 15500 Proctor Street, Channelview, TX

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Baldwin Boettcher Branch Library, 22248 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Drop-off: There is no accessible route from the vehicle pull-up space to the entrance as there is no curb ramp provided from the vehicle pull-up space and access aisle to the sidewalk and route to the entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.6, 4.7.1, 4.3.2; 2010 ADA Stds 206.2.1, 402.2, 503.3).

  • Drop-off & Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope of the designated accessible route from the vehicle pull-up space to the entrance is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

Cedar Bayou Junior School, 2610 East Elvinta Street, Baytown, TX

  • Drop-Off: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Building Entrance: One side of the double leaf doors at the designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).

Champion Life Center, 3031 FM 2920 Rd, Spring, TX

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & entrance:  The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

Champions Forest Baptist Church (Cypress Creek), 4840 Strack Rd, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the access aisle of the designated accessible van space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Cimarron Elementary School GPISD, 816 Cimarron Street, Houston, TX

  • Drop-off: The surface slope in the vehicle pull-up space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.6; ADA Stds 503.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have a level landing at the bottom of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA 405.7).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Building Entrance: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have a level landing at the top because the landing is less than 60 inches long and the slope of the landing exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, 4.8.4, 4.8.4(2); 2010 ADA 404.2.4.4, 405.7, 405.7.3).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp that are 34 inches to 38 inches above the ramp surface (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5(5); 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.4).

Coady Baptist, 5606 Wade Road, Baytown, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Cobb Elementary School, 915 Dell Dale Street, Channelview, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: There is no accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance, because the route requires passage across and up the vehicular drive with a running slope greater than 5% and a cross slope that exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(1), 4.3.2, 4.8.6; 2010 ADA Stds 206.2.1, 405.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrances: The slopes in the maneuvering clearances at the exterior entrances exceed 1:48, reducing the required depth to less than 60 inches (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6, 4.8.4(2); 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4, 405.7.3).

Crosby Branch Library, 135 Hare Rd, Crosby TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Drew Elementary School, 223 Red Oak Avenue, Crosby, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Building Entrance: One side of the double leaf doors at the designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).

East Park Baptist Church, 8602 Tidwell Road, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: There is no accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance, because the route requires passage through grass, which is not stable, firm, and slip resistant (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(4), 4.5.1; 2010 ADA Stds 206.2.1, 302.1).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route to the building has a vertical drop-off on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

Faith Christian Center, 10118 Tidwell Road, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The surface slopes in the access aisles of the designated van accessible parking space are not level in all directions and exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Building Entrance: The designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5; 2010 ADA 404.2.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The temporary ramp used as the designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.3; 2010 ADA Stds 405.5).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The width of the top landing of the temporary ramp used as the designated accessible route to the entrance is insufficient. (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7.2).

First Baptist Church of Jacinto City, 10701 Wiggins Street, Jacinto City, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Building Entrance: The slopes in the maneuvering clearances at the exterior entrances exceed 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

Galena Park ISD Administration Building, 14705 Woodforest Blvd, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

Greater True Light Baptist Church, 6828 Annunciation Street, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sideways & Walkways: The pedestrian route contains air conditioning units that protrude more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the objects are more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The counter slope at the bottom of the curb ramp adjoining gutters and road surfaces is greater than 1:20 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2; 2010 ADA Stds 406.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The pull side of the entrance door does not provide at least 18 inches clearance to the side of the latch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, Fig. 25; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.4).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Building Entrance: The inaccessible entrance lacks signage directing voters to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(7)(c); 2010 ADA Stds 216.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Building Entrance: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have a level landing at the top of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

Highlands Community Center, 604 Highland Woods Drive, Highlands, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Indian Shores Community Center, 20700 Block of Appaloosa Trail, Crosby, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope of the designated parking area exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The exterior door lacks door hardware that is usable with one hand without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.9; 2010 ADA Stds 309.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slope of the temporary ramp used as the designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope of the temporary ramp used as the designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.6; 2010 ADA Stds 405.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The temporary ramp used as the designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance does not have a level landing at the bottom of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

Jersey Village City Hall, 16327 Lakeview Dr, Jersey Village, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch because there is a surface opening greater than 1/2 inch adjacent to the threshold (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8, 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5, 403.2, 302.3).

Kingwood Branch Library, Bens View Ln., Kingwood, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

Lone Star College- Atascocita Center, 15903 W. Lake Houston Pkwy, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

North Channel Branch Library, Wallisville Rd, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Northeast Multi-Service Center, 9720 Spaulding St., Bldg #4, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Drop-off: There is no accessible route from the vehicle pull-up space to the entrance as there is no curb ramp provided from the vehicle pull-up space and access aisle to the sidewalk and route to the entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.6, 4.7.1, 4.3.2; 2010 ADA Stds 206.2.1, 402.2, 503.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Octavia Fields Branch Library, 1503 South Houston Ave, Humble, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

Prairie View A&M University – Northwest, 9449 Grant Rd, Houston, TX

  • Building Entrance: One side of the double leaf door at the designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).

Expert Report of Douglas J. Anderson, RAS, CASP, LCM Architects (August 8, 2018)

Acres Homes Multi-Service Center, 6719 W. Montgomery Rd. Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains a suggestion box that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Bayland Park Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet St., Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the access aisle of the designated accessible parking space is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

Bear Creek Park Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Park Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Drop-off: The surface slope in the vehicle pull-up space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.6; ADA Stds 503.4)

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope on the exterior ramp exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.6; 2010 ADA Stds 405.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: There is no level landing provided at the bottom of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA 405.7).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: There is no level landing at least 60 inches long provided for every 30 inches of rise of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA 405.7, 405.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: There is no level landing at least 60 inches long and 60 inches wide where the ramp changes directions (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4(3); 2010 ADA 405.7.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp on the route to the building has a vertical drop-off on at least one side and no edge protection is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.7; 2010 ADA Stds 405.9).

Bella Vita Clubhouse, 1548 B N. Riviera Circle, Pearland, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramped portion of the sidewalk does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Carter G Woodson School, 10720 Southview Street, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route contains a fire alarm pull box that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Voting Area: There is insufficient maneuvering clearance in front of voting station (1991 ADA Stds 4.2.3; 2010 ADA Stds 304.3).

  • Voting Area: There is insufficient maneuvering clearance in front of the accessible voting machine (1991 ADA Stds 4.2.3; 2010 ADA Stds 304.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors & Voting Area: There is no level landing at least 60 inches long provided for every 30 inches of rise of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA 405.7, 405.6).

Cloverland Park Community Center, 11800 Scott Street, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

Crestmont Park Community Center, 5200 Selinsky Road, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible routes to the entrance are not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Golfcrest Elementary School, 7414 Fairway Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Greater Lighthouse Church, 4514 Knoxville Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Building Entrance: The exterior door lacks door hardware that is usable with one hand without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.9; 2010 ADA Stds 309.4).

  • Building Entrance: The pull side of the entrance door does not provide at least 18 inches clearance to the side of the latch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, Fig. 25; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.4)

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Building Entrance: The ramp slope at the entrance is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways & Building Entrance: The ramp at the entrance has no level landing at the top (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA 405.7).

Harris County Mud 81 Building, 805 Hidden Canyon Road, Katy, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking to the building entrance is not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible routes to the entrance have surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes are steeper than 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

Harris County Public Health Building, 2223 West Loop South Fwy, 1st Floor, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The interior door cannot be opened with 5 pounds of force or less (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.11; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.9).

  • Building Entrance: The inaccessible entrance lacks signage directing voters to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(7)(c); 2010 ADA Stds 216.6).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains a medical drop-off box that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

IBEW 66 Building, 4345 Allen Genoa Rd., Pasadena, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The slopes of the curb ramps are greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

James H. Law Elementary School, 12401 South Coast Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible routes to the entrance have surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The inaccessible entrance lacks signage directing voters to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(7)(c); 2010 ADA Stds 216.6).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains a fire alarm pull box that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The raised threshold at the interior door exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Jones Future Academy, 7414 Saint Lo Road, Houston, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Hallways & Corridors: Although there are stairs, no lift or elevator is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 402.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

Juergen's Hall Community Center, 26026 Hempstead Hwy., Cypress, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Building Entrance: The inaccessible entrance lacks signage directing voters to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(7)(c); 2010 ADA Stds 216.6).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area contains coat hooks that protrude more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have a level landing at the top that is at least 60 inches long (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4(2); 2010 ADA 405.7.3).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Katy Branch, Harris County Public Library, 5414 Franz Road, Katy, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible routes to the entrance have surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Liestman Elementary School, 7610 Synott Road, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible routes to the entrance have surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Living Faith Baptist Church, 4310 Holloway Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible routes to the entrance are not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Building Entrance: The pull side of the entrance door does not provide at least 18 inches clearance to the side of the latch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.6, Fig. 25; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.4)

  • Building Entrance: The exterior door lacks door hardware that is usable with one hand without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.9; 2010 ADA Stds 309.4).

  • Building Entrance: The slopes in the maneuvering clearances at the exterior entrances exceed 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised thresholds at the two exterior entrances exceed 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Lone Star College - Cypress Center, 19710 Clay Road, Katy, TX

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

Mahaney Elementary School, 13215 High Star Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space is not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

Martin Elementary School, 11718 Hendon Lane, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The area in front of the exterior entrance contains a surface opening greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Voting Area: The width of the route in the voting area was not at least 36 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.3; 2010 ADA Stds 403.5.1).

  • Voting Area: There is insufficient maneuvering clearance in front of the voting station (1991 ADA Stds 4.2.3; 2010 ADA Stds 304.3).

  • Voting Area: There is insufficient maneuvering clearance in front of the accessible voting machine (1991 ADA Stds 4.2.3; 2010 ADA Stds 304.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope of the ramp in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.6; 2010 ADA Stds 405.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have level landing at the bottom of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Mayde Creek MUD Community Center, 19600 Misty Cove Drive, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp that are 34 inches to 38 inches above the ramp surface (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.4).

Memorial Parkway Community Association Clubhouse, 21600 Cimarron Parkway, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible routes to the entrance have surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp in the route from the parking lot to the entrance and the ramp in the route from the public sidewalk to the entrance have slopes greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes of the ramp in the route from the parking lot to the entrance and the ramp in the route from the public sidewalk to the entrance exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.6; 2010 ADA Stds 405.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp in the designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance does not have level landing at the bottom of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp in the designated accessible route from the public sidewalk to the entrance does not have level landing at the top of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: There is no level landing at least 60 inches long and 60 inches wide where the ramp in the designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance changes directions (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4(3); 2010 ADA 405.7.4).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The ramp in the route from the parking lot to the entrance and the ramp in the route from the public sidewalk to the entrance do not include handrails on each side of the ramps (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Reagan Webb Mading Elementary School, 8511 Crestmont Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: Signage for a van accessible parking space is not provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.4; 2010 ADA Stds 502.6).

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The walkways are not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center, 8440 Greenhouse Road, Cypress, TX

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: One side of the double leaf doors at the designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).  

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

South Belt Elementary School, 1801 Riverstone Ranch Road, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

SPJST Lodge #88, 1435 Beall St., Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Building Entrance: The designated accessible entrance does not provide at least 32 inches clear passage width when the door is open 90 degrees (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.4, 4.13.5, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA 404.2.2, 404.2.3, 404.2.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

St. Philip Neri Catholic Church, 10960 Martin Luther King Blvd, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated van accessible parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The walkways are not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have level landing at the top of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

  • Sidewalks and Walkways: The exterior ramp does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Sunnyside Park Community Center, 3502 Bellfort Street, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible routes to the entrance have surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramped portion of the sidewalk does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Sylvan Rodriguez Jr. Elementary School, 5858 Chimney Rock Road, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible routes to the entrance have surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope in the designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The curb ramp slope in the designated accessible route from the public sidewalk or public transportation stop to the entrance is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.7.2, 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2, 406.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slopes in the designated accessible routes exceed the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have level landing at the top and bottom of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4; 2010 ADA Stds 405.7).

The Crossing Community Church, 3225 W. Orem Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The interior door cannot be opened with 5 pounds of force or less (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.11; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.9).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp along the designated accessible route to the entrance does not have level landings at the top and bottom that are at least 60 inches long (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.4(2); 2010 ADA 405.7.3).

Tracy Gee Community Center, 3599 West Center Drive, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The surface slope in the designated accessible parking space and access aisle is not level in all directions and exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.3; 2010 ADA Stds 502.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible routes to the entrance are not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route from the parking lot to the entrance exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The slope in the maneuvering clearance at the exterior entrance exceeds 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramp slope is greater than 1:12 (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303.4, 405.2).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramped portion of the sidewalk does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Road, Houston, TX

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: An object hangs over the pedestrian route lower than 80 inches (1991 ADA Stds 4.4.2; 2010 ADA Stds 307.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Hallways & Corridors: The pedestrian route from the entrance to the voting area a drinking fountain that protrudes more than 4 inches into the route and the bottom of the object is more than 27 inches above the floor (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(3), 4.4.1; 2010 ADA Stds 307.2).

Vincent Miller Intermediate School, 1002 Fairmont Pkwy, Pasadena, TX

  • Parking: No accessible van space with an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide is provided (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance has surface openings greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.6, 4.5.4; 2010 ADA Stds 403.2, 302.3).

  • Building Entrance: The area in front of the exterior entrance contains a surface opening greater than 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.5.2, 4.13.6; 2010 ADA Stds 305.2, 404.2.4.4).

Whidby Elementary School, 7625 Springhill Street, Houston, TX

  • Parking: The designated, temporary accessible van space does not include an access aisle that is at least 96 inches wide (1991 ADA Stds 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig. 9; 2010 ADA Stds 502).

  • Parking: The designated, temporary accessible van parking space was not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance (1991 ADA Stds 4.6.2; 2010 ADA Stds 208.3.1).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The designated accessible route to the entrance is not free of abrupt level changes over 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.8, 4.5.2; 2010 ADA Stds 303, 403.4).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The cross slope in the designated accessible route exceeds the maximum slope allowed of 1:48 (1991 ADA Stds 4.3.7; 2010 ADA Stds 403.3).

  • Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5).

  • Sidewalks & Walkways: The ramped portion of the sidewalk does not include handrails on each side of the ramp (1991 ADA Stds 4.8.5; 2010 ADA Stds 405.8, 505.2).

Source: SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS by U.S. Department of Justice - published 03/12/2019


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