ACCESSIBLE BUSINESS ENTRANCE PROGRAM (ABE) Program Details & Requirements, 4/13/18

ACCESSIBLE BUSINESS ENTRANCE PROGRAM (ABE) Program Details & Requirements, 4/13/18

Agenda Background Program details and requirements Partnering agencies roles & processes Department of Building Inspection (DBI) SF Planning Public Works Resources & contacts Office of Small Business 2

Background Ordinance No. 51-16, requires property and business owners to make all primary entrances from the public way to their business accessible for people with disabilities (place of public accommodation ). A Place of Public Accommodation is generally a business where the public will enter the building to obtain goods and services [e.g. office building, etc] Places of accommodation include: Banks Day Care Centers Health Clubs Hotels Offices Repair Shops Restaurants / Bars Nail Salons Grocery Stores Laundromats Responsibility falls on the property owner. 3

Applies to Primary Entrances Program applies to building s primary entrance(s) 4

Program Objectives Greater access to goods and services Ensure safe and useable entrances Reduce liability by eliminating barriers to access under State and Federal laws ( drive-by lawsuits) Help property owners better comply with existing constructionrelated accessibility requirements 5

Partnering Agencies Roles & Processes Program Administrator Issues permit, conducts plan review, inspection and enforce compliance Building Inspection Reviews nonstructural Technical Infeasibilities and Unreasonable Hardship requests Access Appeals Commission Historic Preservation Guidelines to modify historic buildings T:(415) 575-8765 sfplanning.org SF Planning Small business resource Resources on ADA/accessibility requirements T: (415 ) 554-6134 sfosb.org Office of Small Business Public Right of Way Alterations to public right of way (sidewalks/curbs) T:(415) 554-5810 sfpublicworks.org Public Works Expertise in disability access laws and architectural access standards T: (415) 554-6134 sfgov.org/mod Mayor s Office on Disability DBI is ABE Program Administrator Website: sfdbi.org/business entrance Visit: 1660 Mission Street, 1st Floor Window #8 Call: 415-558-6128 Email: dbi.business entrance@sfgov.org 6

DBI PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & PROCESS Thomas Fessler, Building Inspector

Role of Department of Building Inspection Program Administrator Plan Review Inspection Compliance 8

Steps to Program Compliance STEP 1 Determine if building is subject to the Program by visiting sfdbi.org/busi nessentrance. If exempt, complete and submit Pre- Screening Form to DBI by May 23, 2018. STEP 2 If building is not exempt, consult a CASp inspector or licensed design professional to survey primary entrance(s). STEP 3 Complete and submit DBI s Category Compliance Checklist by deadline in consultation with CASp inspector or licensed design professional. STEP 4 File application for building permit(s) by deadline. For Categories 2 to 4: CASp or licensed design professional will propose barrier remediation. Step 5 Obtain building permit(s) by deadline. Complete permitted work and schedule inspections to receive a Certificate of Final Completion as required. Accessible Business Entrance Program 9

Exempt Buildings Include 1. Newly constructed buildings with a building permit application (Form #1/2) filed on or after January 1, 2002 do not need to comply with this Ordinance. 3. Bona fide private clubs 2. Religious organizations 4. Facilities which are not a place of public accommodation If building is exempt, owner will need to complete and submit a Pre-screening Form to DBI for compliance. 10

Next Steps if Building is NOT Exempt 1. HIRE a CASp or licensed design professional TO COMPLETE AND SUBMIT DBI S CATEGORY CHECKLIST COMPLIANCE FORM. 2. Once your form is accepted by DBI, you will have COMPLIED WITH THIS FIRST DEADLINE. 3. Once your building is placed in a compliance building category, FOLLOW THE DEADLINE SCHEDULE TO ENSURE PROGRAM COMPLIANCE. 11

Compliance Categories & Schedule Categories Description Submit Category Checklist Category 1 Category 2 Category 3 Category 4 In compliance, no steps and no barriers No steps, has minor barriers One step More than one step and/or other major barriers File Application for Building Permit(s) Obtain Building Permit(s) May 23, 2018 N/A N/A May 23, 2018 May 23, 2019 November 23, 2019 August 23, 2018 August 23, 2019 February 23, 2020 August 23, 2019 August 23, 2020 February 23, 2021 Accessible Business Entrance Program 12

Categories 1 and 2 Category 1 - Building entrance has no steps and is compliant with the requirements of the ordinance. Category 2 - Building entrance has no steps, but there are barriers such as non-compliant hardware, door opening clear width, lack of maneuvering space and with sloped landings not exceeding 2% (1:48). 13

Categories 3 and 4 Category 3. Building entrance has one step. Category 4. Building entrance with more than one step and/or other major barriers to the entry. 14

Technical Infeasibilities and Unreasonable Hardships In situations where removing barriers to the building proves to be infeasible or unreasonable, the ordinance requires the OWNERS PROVIDE AN ALTERNATE METHOD. Type Required Steps Department Structural technical infeasibilities Non-structural technical infeasibilities Unreasonable hardships Review and approve Review 1. Review & approve 2. Review & approve DBI Access Appeals Commission 1. DBI 2. Access Appeals Commission 15

SF PLANNING REQUIREMENTS & PROCESS Michelle Langlie, Senior Planner

Planning s Role: Alterations to Commercial Storefront Checklist Checklist Goals: Tool to provide early design guidance Consultation with Preservation Planner at PIC Identify storefront features that may be affected by proposed barrier removal Identify historic features and materials to be retained; suggest possible scope modifications Documents process Highlights interagency collaboration Checklist available at: http://sfplanning.org/permit-formsapplications-and-fees 17

Recommendations: Documentation Prior to beginning design work be sure to get extensive PHOTO DOCUMENTATION OF EXISTING FEATURES HAND DRAWINGS are also helpful in conveying information about materials, conditions or issues that need to be addressed Record CHARACTER-DEFINING FEATURES of the storefront Remember it is important to understand the CONDITION OF THE SIDEWALK as well as the storefront 18

Filling out the Checklist 19

Recommendations: Storefront Configuration DOOR ENTRANCES should remain in their EXISTING LOCATIONS to retain original location, RHYTHM, and CONFIGURATION of storefronts. Where existing storefronts must be moved/modified, RETAIN SCARRING and use differentiated but compatible materials for scarring areas. Design modifications should be REFERENTIAL BUT COMPATIBLE to the historic system (IE do not replace a portion of a butt-glazed system with a framed system) Modify storefront alterations that MINIMIZE THE LOSS of historic materials. 20

What about the California Historical Building Code? Alternative minimum standards for DOOR WIDTHS are as follows: SINGLE-LEAF door with 30 (or 29 ½ ) clear opening DOUBLE-LEAF door, one leaf which has 29 ½ clear opening EXTERIOR RAMPS have some alternative requirements: A ramp with a SLOPE no greater than 1:10 and a distance no longer than 5 (IE 5 long and 6 high) A ramp with a 1:6 slope and a distance no longer than 13 (IE 13 long and 2 1/6 high) 21

PUBLIC WORKS REQUIREMENTS & PROCESS Kevin Jensen, ADA/Disability Access Coordinator

Public Works Requirements SF Better Streets Plan: www.sfbetterstreets.orgww.sfbetterstreets.org Accessible Route Along Sidewalk = Accessible Entrance Component Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Public Right of Way Guidelines (PROWAG) 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design Entrance Defined: Section 106.5 CA/SF Building Code Information Sheet DA-04, Power Door Operator in Lieu of Level Landing at Door Information Sheet DA-05, Power Door Operator in Lieu of Side Clearance at Door Information Sheet DA-17, Accessible Building Entrance Program Entrance Defined: Section 202 Chapter 11B SF Public Works Code & Directors Orders SF Public Works Standard Plans and Specifications SF Public Works Sidewalk Landscaping Guidelines SF Public Works Sidewalk Improvement Permit SF BOS Ordinance 51-16 Accessible Business Entrance Program 23

Public Works Requirements fbetterstreets.org 24

Public Works Requirements SF Better Streets Plan Sidewalk Zones 25

Public Works Requirements Special Zones & Elements SF Better Streets Plan: www.sfbetterstreets.orgww.sfbetterstreets.org Bus Stops Passenger Loading Zones (White Curb) Accessible Parking Spaces (Blue Curb) Driveways Utility Vaults Sub-Sidewalk Basements 26

Public Works Requirements Example 1 27

Public Works Requirements Example 1 28

Public Works Requirements Example 1 29

Public Works Requirements Example 1 30

Public Works Requirements Sidewalk Sections Example 1 31

Public Works Requirements Sidewalk Sections Example 1 Vertical Clearance 32

Public Works Requirements Example 1 33

Public Works Requirements Example 2 34

Public Works Requirements Example 2 35

Public Works Requirements Sidewalk Sections Example 2 36

Public Works Requirements Example 2 37

Public Works Requirements Example 3 < 2% Cross-Slope in Pedestrian Throughway Zone. Accessible Route Along Sidewalk. <2% Cross-Slope. Level Landing Provided at Ped. Throughway Zone Only. <8.3% Slope up to Doorway. DA-04, Power Door Operator in Lieu of Level Landing Utilized. 38

Public Works Requirements Example 4 39

Public Works Requirements Category 3 & 4 Examples 40

Public Works Requirements Category 3 & 4 Examples 41

Public Works Requirements Bad Example High Cross-Slope in Pedestrian Throughway Zone No Accessible Route Along Sidewalk Level Landing Provided at Door Only. Entrance Not Accessible DA-04, Power Door Operator in Lieu of Level Landing at Door Should be Used 42

RESOURCES & CONTACTS Regina Dick-Endrizzi, Director of Office of Small Business

Outreach and resources The City is taking a step forward in helping property owners better comply with Federal and State disability access laws and ensuring the civil rights of individuals with disabilities are upheld. Assistance and resources for tenants and property owners on accessibility requirements. ADA Resources: sfosb.org > Programs > ADA Resources 44

Tips for selecting a CASp or licensed design professional Price, report thoroughness, location and availability. Familiar with State and Federal accessibility requirements. Experience with SF building code, Planning s historic preservation, Public Works sidewalk modifications. Important consideration given for accessibility expertise and dealing with access lawsuits. Shopping around is crucial. RESOURCE - Database of CASps serving SF: http://bit.ly/2j97rrd 45

Online Resources Local Licensed Architects American Institute of Architects (SF) - www.aiasf.org California Certified Access Specialists Division of the State Architect CASp Program www.dgs.ca.gov/dsa/programs/programcert/casp.aspx Database of CASps serving SF: http://bit.ly/2j97rrd Free downloadable and searchable accessibility regulations: Federal Guidelines to Accessible Small Business: https://www.ada.gov/smbusgd.pdf Federal ADA Standards: www.ada.gov California Building Code: http://www.bsc.ca.gov/codes.aspx 46

Program Forms & Guidelines Available on DBI s website at www.sfdbi.org/businessentrance 1. Information Sheet DA-17 2. Pre-Screening Form* 3. Category Checklist Compliance Form* 4. Technical Specifications Guidelines* with SF Planning s Checklist *Available in English, Chinese and Spanish 47

Contact List Program Administrator Issues permit, conducts plan review, inspection and enforce compliance Building Inspection Reviews nonstructural Technical Infeasibilities and Unreasonable Hardship requests Access Appeals Commission Historic Preservation Guidelines to modify historic buildings T:(415) 575-8765 sfplanning.org SF Planning Small business resource Resources on ADA/accessibility requirements T: (415 ) 554-6134 sfosb.org Office of Small Business Public Right of Way Alterations to public right of way (sidewalks/curbs) T:(415) 554-5810 sfpublicworks.org Public Works Expertise in disability access laws and architectural access standards T: (415) 554-6134 sfgov.org/mod Mayor s Office on Disability DBI is ABE Program Administrator Website: sfdbi.org/business entrance Visit: 1660 Mission Street, 1st Floor Window #8 Call: 415-558-6128 Email: dbi.business entrance@sfgov.org 48

For Today s Workshop Visit sfdbi.org/businessentrance to: Obtain a copy of the presentation and list of answers to questions asked Sign up for the Program distribution list Thank you for joining us today! 49

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