ADA 20102010 EDITIONDECODED

ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Practical interpretations, field tips, and real-world stories — not a copy of the standard.

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CHAPTERS
20
TOPICS
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Ch. 1

Application and Administration

Who has to comply, when, and with which standards

2 topics▼
Ch. 2

Scoping Requirements

How many accessible features are required, and where

4 topics▼
Ch. 3

Building Blocks

Reach ranges, clearances, and operable parts

3 topics▼
Ch. 4

Accessible Routes

Walking surfaces, ramps, and elevators that make buildings usable

4 topics▼
Ch. 6

Plumbing Elements and Facilities

Accessible restrooms, lavatories, drinking fountains

2 topics▼
Ch. 5

General Site & Building Elements

Parking, entrances, and common building features

1 topics▼
Ch. 7

Communication Elements and Features

Signs, audible and visual alarms, telephones, and other communication aids

2 topics▼
Ch. 8

Special Rooms, Spaces & Elements

Assembly seating, dressing rooms, and kitchens

1 topics▼
Ch. 9

Built-in Elements

Dining surfaces, work surfaces, cubicles

1 topics▼

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