Successful Restaurant Accessibility Successful Restaurant Accessibility TDLR Provider #1521 AIA/CES Provider #G583 Michael Love APA ICC IIDA Best Practices Did you sign in? Accessibility Professionals Association (APA) is a Registered Provider with The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Systems (AIA/CES). Credit(s) earned on completion of this program will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA and non AIAmembers are available on request. This course is registered with the AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. Questions related to specific materials, methods, and services will be addressed at the conclusion of this presentation. Did you sign in? To receive credit for this course, you must sign in and attend the entire presentation. Copyright Materials This presentation is protected by US and International Copyright laws. Reproduction, distribution, display and use of the presentation withoutwritten written permission ofthespeaker is prohibited. Course Description Accessibility compliance in Restaurants & Bars is a very recognizable feature, even raising the attention of the DOJ. We will address creating a usable friendly environment by better understanding the requirements of the ADA that affect your project. 2015 Atelier www.accessatelier.com 1
Learning Objectives Understanding the differences between access to goods & services & architectural barriers Defining requirements for built in dining elements Determining requirements for sales & service counters Outlining requirement for alterations in existing Restaurants & Bars Access to Goods & Services ADA is a civil rights law to avoid discrimination toward individuals with a disability Obligation to provide access to different types of goods & services A restaurant would require accessible dining table(s) on accessible route A Bar will require accessible drink service Seating & standing spaces shall be accessible & disbursed Architectural Barriers ADA & TAS apply to alterations & new construction Minimum of 5% of seating & standing spaces at fixed tables & counters be accessible TAS requires at least 1 of each type be accessible May push quantity well over 5% of total ADA requires at least 5% of total be accessible and disbursed. Built in Dining Elements TAS applies to built in elements ADA applies to all dining features Minimum 5% of seating & standing spaces be accessible. Forward approach with knee space below 28 34 dining/bar surface height 30 minimum width Recommended companion space adjacent Clear floor space should not obstruct aisles www.accessatelier.com 2
Clear floor space at table base Ensure table bases do not obstruct clear floor space at accessible locations Star base, plate base, or elongated feet can obstruct footrests and front casters of wheelchairs. Ensure minimum 30 clear width between table legs/obstruction. Built in Dining Elements Sales & Service Counters Host Stand Customer interaction/registration Or employee work area only Cashier Area Sales counter requirements 36 minimum or full width if less 30 minimum for forward approach 36 maximum height Equivalent facilitation (folding shelf) no longer an option Requirements in Altered Areas Alteration to Primary Function Altering the Dining area, Bar, Banquet Areas, or Kitchen Path of Travel Elements serving altered area 1. Accessible parking 2. Accessible route 3. Toilet Rooms 4. Drinking Fountains 5. Public Telephones Owner alteration vs. Tenant Funding Path of travel elements required in addition to altered area where funded by owner Ongoing barrier removal in public accommodations www.accessatelier.com 3
Ensuring Compliance Another set of eyes What to look for Accessible routes Common Areas Another set of eyes Often we rely on the code official to review for IBC compliance Identify applicable codes & standards What needs to be identified? ifi d? Encourage a thorough plan review Have a preliminary plan review early on Have revisions checked for compliance What to look for Starting point Scoping Applicable ADA or ANSI 117.1 Technical Sections Always go above & beyond requirements Accessible Routes Complying slopes Changes in level/offsets Firm & stable surface Minimum 60% of public entrances to be accessible in new construction. At least one service /restricted entry to be accessible in new construction. Common Area Compliance Door maneuvering clearances Protruding objects Reach ranges Door hardware Common Area Compliance Common area elements Sinks Dispensers Controls Controls Toilet Rooms Drinking Fountains www.accessatelier.com 4
The Inspection What should your inspection look like? Confirm prevailing codes & Standards Preliminary Inspections Is your local code official reviewing & inspecting for accessibility? Potential cost of corrections What if it is left as is Identifying the solution Avoiding future complaints Statute of limitations Avoiding Complaints Comprehensive inspection Coordinate inspection while contractor is still on the job Determining i solution Review correction for compliance Post correction inspection Learning from others Civil & DOJ in the courts Frequent technical violations Project Civic Access Often public right of way concerns Expanded to commercial properties Title III www.accessatelier.com 5
Major hotel in Atlantic City Parking signs Van clearance in parking garage No ambulatory stall in a Toilet Room Stall hardware required grasp/twist Lavatory faucets did not stay open for required duration Lavatory pipes not insulated Seat cover dispenser not at accessible height Coat hook not at compliant height Buffet counter not at compliant height Plates at buffet not within reach when fully stacked Wall sconces were protruding into circulation path Major hotel in Atlantic City Ramp handrails extensions did not return to wall/floor Spa entry door required too much force to open Door hardware required grasp/twist Protruding AED cabinet & towel dispenser Guest room entry doors did not have adequate clearance to side of latch Connecting doors to guest rooms not adequate width Drapery pulls & thermostats not within reach Shower heads & seats did not all comply Tubs did not have compliant seats or grab bars A tavern in upstate New York Made alterations after implementation of the ADA Failed to make altered portions readily accessible. Agreed to make modifications & submit written reports A nearby shopping plaza Alterations to parking lot between 1992 & 2010 not made to the maximum extent feasible Will make modifications & submit written reports A sandwich restaurant also in that region Single user Toilet Room was inaccessible to persons with mobility impairments Tenant will make modifications & submit written reports In a separate settlement, the owner of the center is responsible for correcting the inaccessible exterior entrance. A seafood restaurant in Corpus Christi, Texas Exterior entrance inaccessible Toilet rooms inaccessible to persons with mobility impairments Physical modifications were made and owner will submit written reports www.accessatelier.com 6
Civil Cases Public Accommodations On going barrier removal obligation New construction or alteration since January 26, 1992 Settlements Common Errors Exterior Route from site arrival point bus stop Sidewalk Public street Accessible parking Curb ramps Common Errors Course Evaluation Public areas Entrances Restaurants Toilet Rooms Your feedback on this course will help maintain high quality learning experiences for future attendees. An evaluation form will be emailed to you shortly. Kindly take the time to fill it out. In addition, AIA members are encouraged to use the AIA/CES Discovery online evaluation. Questions This concludes the Accessibility Professionals Association (APA) and American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Systems Program Successful Restaurant t Accessibility Michael Love APA ICC IIDA mlove@accessatelier.com Shirley Knox, Executive Director, APA scknox@sbcglobal.net 512 415 5938 www.accessatelier.com 7