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"My Country" on www.ada.gov KimJun 0 39
Sat, 26 July 2008 16:29
TRUNCATED DOMES LOCATION (#truncated domes, #detectable warnings) archana 31 420
Thu, 24 July 2008 9:37
by hil_CA
stairway floor designations BrentWiese 15 182
Thu, 24 July 2008 9:13
by hil_CA
Bathrooms door swing in units beyond accessible units in a hotel- 2007 CBC CodeQPoster-ISN 5 159
Wed, 23 July 2008 13:46
by edkemper
in the news-a legal shakedown. M. Handler,Architect 7 171
Wed, 23 July 2008 12:55
by edkemper
ICC/ANSI A117.1 - 2003 leothebuilder 4 92
Tue, 22 July 2008 9:40
by leothebuilder
Molski v. Peachy Canyon Winery and Arciero Wine Group M. Handler,Architect 35 435
Mon, 21 July 2008 20:07
by edkemper
New TA CD from DOJ edkemper 0 55
Mon, 21 July 2008 10:29
Storage paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA 8 150
Mon, 21 July 2008 8:32
by onecentJay
Tactile signs-- 2007 CBC CodeQPoster-ISN 15 269
Thu, 17 July 2008 22:50
by SharonToji
Floor level designations Ron Leurquin 20 294
Thu, 17 July 2008 15:13
by edkemper
Lavatory toe clearance space stanley morris 6 101
Thu, 17 July 2008 11:40
by stanley morris
More on the Segway edkemper 4 93
Wed, 16 July 2008 14:18
by The Enforcer
IBC Section 1106.6 "Location of Accessible Parking" Mosher 28 385
Wed, 16 July 2008 11:03
by codeman
Effective July 1, 2008, changes were made to the California Vehicle Code M. Handler,Architect 3 199
Wed, 16 July 2008 8:27
by The Enforcer
Hotel/Motel swimming pools streamwalker 11 151
Tue, 15 July 2008 17:02
by edkemper
Door clearances, Covered Multi-family housing, CBC chapter 11A Eric Staten 4 122
Tue, 15 July 2008 8:37
by tk2279
Restroom Doors Again access4all_ADA from PA 17 228
Sun, 13 July 2008 16:00
by ADAguy
elevator for R-3 on 2nd floor? Bretc 1 88
Fri, 11 July 2008 7:24
by needtolearn
WaterHeater/Janitor Closet/Room Daniel A Garcia_ Fresno 3 65
Thu, 10 July 2008 16:05
by Stu_SLO
Single or double restrooom? edkemper 31 502
Thu, 10 July 2008 11:16
by edkemper
Alteration vs. repair/maintenance youemailme 9 200
Wed, 09 July 2008 14:18
by edkemper
Multistory dwelling units Stu_SLO 1 66
Wed, 09 July 2008 10:55
by GoodEngr
"....perceived infractions..." -in the news M. Handler,Architect 3 84
Mon, 07 July 2008 15:44
by edkemper
Sufficient Stadium accessible seating? edkemper 1 32
Sat, 05 July 2008 12:09
by edkemper
This week in the Blogs M. Handler,Architect 2 86
Thu, 03 July 2008 17:23
by Carlos Araujo
Elevator required for mezzanine in a restaurant? 2007 CBC CodeQPoster-ISN 4 123
Thu, 03 July 2008 0:16
by CodeQPoster-ISN
CBC 2007 Equivalent section # Naveed 9 174
Wed, 02 July 2008 20:45
by KimJun
Accessible Seating paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA 7 200
Wed, 02 July 2008 17:58
by edkemper
Does Chapter 11B (CA Title 24) apply? SharonToji 2 84
Mon, 30 June 2008 8:40
by edkemper
Comment period begins ADAguy 1 61
Sat, 28 June 2008 14:03
by KimJun
ADA exemptions for churches alexreynoso_salinas 2 82
Sat, 28 June 2008 11:43
by ADAguy
EWF surfaces Jürgen 1 86
Wed, 25 June 2008 10:26
by paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA
1980 ANSI A117.1 Stu_SLO 13 224
Wed, 25 June 2008 7:55
by Stu_SLO
DSA's Ramps at Relocatable Buildings KimJun 0 41
Sun, 22 June 2008 15:33
in the news M. Handler,Architect 2 85
Fri, 20 June 2008 11:46
by ADAguy
accessible parking in a downtown area. streamwalker 2 81
Fri, 20 June 2008 9:56
by The Enforcer
Existing Non-compliant Ramp and Addition rarchtx 1 50
Wed, 18 June 2008 18:12
by edkemper
Proposed New ADA Regulations Printed Today in the Federal Register M. Handler,Architect 0 38
Wed, 18 June 2008 5:31
ADA update - in the news M. Handler,Architect 0 43
Tue, 17 June 2008 12:34
Plan Seeks More Access for Disabled needtolearn 1 74
Mon, 16 June 2008 20:40
by SharonToji
IN THE NEWS -ADA accessibility lawsuits causing headaches M. Handler,Architect 1 85
Mon, 16 June 2008 9:44
by edkemper
Suit by Disabled Activist Who Alleged Retaliation May Proceed M. Handler,Architect 1 72
Fri, 13 June 2008 13:40
by edkemper
truncated domes (#truncated domes, #detectable warnings) M. Handler,Architect 14 200
Fri, 13 June 2008 5:39
by M. Handler,Architect
Lavs in multi-accommodation toilet facilities, 2007 CBC CodeQPoster-ISN 5 143
Thu, 12 June 2008 23:03
by needtolearn
Blocking curb ramps edkemper 2 44
Thu, 12 June 2008 15:17
by edkemper
dressing rooms with curtain at entry DALopez 8 151
Thu, 12 June 2008 9:14
by BrentWiese
Heritage tree blocks access Mark L 10 115
Thu, 12 June 2008 5:41
by M. Handler,Architect
What takes precedence? ADAguy 6 163
Wed, 11 June 2008 9:47
by edkemper
ADA Parking Richard Franklin 2 74
Wed, 11 June 2008 9:23
by edkemper
4 Unit Apartment Complex williams3183 0 46
Tue, 10 June 2008 12:25
Disabled access training-Yolo County M. Handler,Architect 4 79
Tue, 10 June 2008 12:15
by ADAguy
This week in the papers M. Handler,Architect 4 70
Sun, 08 June 2008 10:59
by edkemper
Section 1107.7 General Exceptions (accessible units) LDJnx 1 53
Fri, 06 June 2008 10:44
by ADAguy
Walks adjacent to hazardous vehicles path of travel- 2007 CBC, 1133B.8.5 and ADA 4.29.5 CodeQPoster-ISN 16 355
Thu, 05 June 2008 11:59
by edkemper
Accessible Parking Striping Color accessdesign 48 604
Tue, 03 June 2008 9:23
by hil_CA
Building code information---Sharon Toji IMAD-the Admin. 0 51
Mon, 02 June 2008 22:28
Accessible trash enclosure? TJ 43 529
Fri, 30 May 2008 17:54
by edkemper
Hearing Impaired in Hotels leothebuilder 4 96
Fri, 30 May 2008 12:41
by M. Handler,Architect
Retail Display Case accessdesign 11 204
Thu, 29 May 2008 23:00
by QSR Designer
Commerical Single-Occ Restroom Molly_fresno 3 95
Thu, 29 May 2008 16:58
by ADAguy
Jurgen where are you? ADAguy 4 172
Mon, 26 May 2008 13:15
by paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA
More of in the news M. Handler,Architect 1 59
Sun, 25 May 2008 11:54
by edkemper
Where do the TDs belong? (#truncated domes, #detectable warnings) edkemper 34 582
Fri, 23 May 2008 7:46
by Daniel A Garcia_ Fresno
How many ADA compliant closet stalls? Pinar 1 59
Fri, 23 May 2008 6:18
by M. Handler,Architect
In the News -this week M. Handler,Architect 0 74
Wed, 21 May 2008 5:59
Help! Need quick info on legal case Ed, Jurgen, etc! SharonToji 6 182
Mon, 19 May 2008 12:28
by M. Handler,Architect
A little personal help? edkemper 1 77
Sat, 17 May 2008 21:41
by hil_CA
Publicly Funded Apartment Complex DM 14 260
Thu, 15 May 2008 14:49
by edkemper
Access in Clovis edkemper 1 46
Thu, 15 May 2008 10:26
by edkemper
Operating Room Doors MSMontgomery 2 49
Tue, 13 May 2008 13:25
by access4all_ADA from PA
Wheelchairs of fortune M. Handler,Architect 8 188
Tue, 13 May 2008 10:40
by KimJun
Accessible Parking DM 2 92
Mon, 12 May 2008 13:36
by M. Handler,Architect
Existing Toilet room queenie521 6 106
Mon, 12 May 2008 13:06
by queenie521
CBC ENFORCEMENT? mrp 4 97
Mon, 12 May 2008 11:52
by edkemper
Terrific Source of Input wirsching 3 199
Mon, 12 May 2008 9:30
by mrp
Multifamily dwellings, Option 2, Section 1134A.2 of 2007 CBC CodeQPoster-ISN 1 75
Sat, 10 May 2008 7:56
by the codeyman
Accessibility in the Old West MSMontgomery 4 94
Fri, 09 May 2008 18:12
by edkemper
suing Caltrans M. Handler,Architect 3 115
Fri, 09 May 2008 9:02
by M. Handler,Architect
Closet Doors and IBC/ANSI zak822 5 120
Thu, 08 May 2008 10:44
by edkemper
hair washing sink??? Jon_Sacramento 7 155
Wed, 07 May 2008 9:17
by edkemper
Draft Transition Plan? edkemper 16 370
Mon, 05 May 2008 20:20
by edkemper
Convenience Store Exempt from ADA??? Darren E_from KS 13 151
Sun, 04 May 2008 6:53
by edkemper
T.I. plan signatures required ADAguy 0 51
Fri, 02 May 2008 11:55
my eyes are opening... Jon_Sacramento 3 81
Thu, 01 May 2008 10:41
by edkemper
RAMP GEO_Elect. from PA 5 118
Thu, 01 May 2008 5:27
by GEO_Elect. from PA
Publicly Funded Dwelling Units HINNO 8 254
Tue, 29 April 2008 12:28
by M. Handler,Architect
2 story apt.conversion to commercial office don wolcott_Merced,CA 4 96
Mon, 28 April 2008 8:30
by don wolcott_Merced,CA
exits from A occupancies stanley morris 2 68
Fri, 25 April 2008 12:23
by stanley morris
ADA and existing buildings streamwalker 19 437
Fri, 25 April 2008 9:42
by edkemper
deleted Petra 1 59
Fri, 25 April 2008 8:46
by mikeelia
the right heigth for a dual level shelf and pole in closet Matt K 7 94
Wed, 23 April 2008 5:46
by M. Handler,Architect
Need a laugh? SharonToji 8 208
Mon, 21 April 2008 1:03
by The Enforcer
CASp Current Status KimJun 6 150
Mon, 21 April 2008 0:59
by The Enforcer
Looking for copy of Ansi A117.1 1961 Version ncasper 11 200
Sun, 20 April 2008 14:57
by KimJun
Accessibility at alterations in CA, CBC 1134B codemann_rancho cordova 6 114
Sun, 20 April 2008 11:47
by edkemper
accessibility for 5 detached dwelling units stanley morris 6 104
Thu, 17 April 2008 16:02
by stanley morris
bus stop vs cbc 1131b.2 BrentWiese 26 271
Tue, 15 April 2008 9:32
by BrentWiese
DC not WC accessible KimJun 5 120
Mon, 14 April 2008 11:52
by edkemper
Door side clearances required? MSMontgomery 7 169
Fri, 11 April 2008 9:27
by MSMontgomery
Access to electrical room? DF 4 106
Fri, 11 April 2008 8:40
by edkemper
Apartment building burned down- does the rebuilt have to comply with acessibility- 2007 CBC? CodeQPoster-ISN 16 339
Thu, 10 April 2008 17:28
by Dave Robertson
What is a vexacious lititgant? edkemper 0 50
Tue, 08 April 2008 19:53
Door hardware ADAguy 8 209
Tue, 08 April 2008 12:44
by ADAguy
Latest on Segways edkemper 0 49
Mon, 07 April 2008 10:26
SB 1766 (Calif.) The Enforcer 6 179
Mon, 07 April 2008 9:11
by edkemper
1134B.2.1 ENR 2006 Jürgen 3 100
Mon, 07 April 2008 8:35
by CodeQPoster-ISN
2007 CBC 1134B.2.1 Valuation Threshold Jürgen 14 276
Mon, 07 April 2008 8:32
by CodeQPoster-ISN
Difference between ADA and California Accessibility archana 14 243
Thu, 03 April 2008 8:46
by QSR Designer
Geometric Identification Signs SBS_Architect 2 67
Wed, 02 April 2008 13:55
by SBS_Architect
Restrooms in multistory buildings George Dedekian 20 322
Thu, 27 March 2008 19:05
by edkemper
Bleacher/Grandstand definition? ADAguy 5 93
Thu, 27 March 2008 16:06
by ADAguy
Check out aisles in retail occupancies- 2007 CBC billy 5 108
Wed, 26 March 2008 9:34
by edkemper
Egress path to a public way Fyerfyter58 18 429
Sat, 22 March 2008 18:16
by edkemper
Woman In Wheelchair Gets Ticketed edkemper 11 228
Sat, 22 March 2008 0:16
by hil_CA
Damages that might make one listen edkemper 9 206
Fri, 21 March 2008 20:46
by edkemper
$1M Ramp KimJun 9 224
Fri, 21 March 2008 18:52
by edkemper
Adaptable bathroom inside clearances- 2007 CBC CodeQPoster-ISN 5 169
Tue, 18 March 2008 9:46
by edkemper
Strike-side clearance for new hotels in California. Yes/no/? The Enforcer 7 462
Sat, 15 March 2008 22:39
by GoodEngr
Locked exit doors shall operate as above in egress direction, 2007 CBC, Section 1133B.2.5.2 CodeQPoster-ISN 9 144
Fri, 14 March 2008 13:27
by Dave Robertson
Accessibility in affordable multifamily housing Coop Bldg. Association 10 181
Thu, 13 March 2008 20:33
by SharonToji
Stairs to upper floors without elevator. Need to be accessible? admin 18 325
Thu, 13 March 2008 15:11
by The Enforcer
Justice Department sues M. Handler,Architect 7 214
Wed, 12 March 2008 10:52
by edkemper
Accessible Means of Egress, 2007 CBC CodeQPoster-ISN 0 121
Mon, 10 March 2008 22:28
Is an elevator required in a 2 story alteration? ggarcia 4 153
Mon, 10 March 2008 7:27
by M. Handler,Architect
Riser Height for ADA acessible stairs SirChazz007 14 272
Fri, 07 March 2008 13:13
by M. Handler,Architect
Dressing Rooms buildit 2 66
Fri, 07 March 2008 7:34
by M. Handler,Architect
Play Area Question (update 3/6/08) Darren E_from KS 15 253
Thu, 06 March 2008 18:01
by edkemper
Carports Jan B_City of Fresno 14 254
Wed, 05 March 2008 15:43
by Daniel A Garcia_ Fresno
Type A Dwelling Units--IBC zak822 0 54
Tue, 04 March 2008 12:52
One more corrected edkemper 9 168
Tue, 04 March 2008 11:53
by edkemper
PBS Show KimJun 11 216
Tue, 04 March 2008 9:34
by edkemper
strikeside clearance in apartments C & A 2 99
Fri, 29 February 2008 21:18
by needtolearn
Private Restroom DALopez 14 268
Fri, 29 February 2008 16:51
by edkemper
Do all doors into a space need clearances? t-bone 2 122
Fri, 29 February 2008 11:59
by The Enforcer
2007 CBC and Checklist KimJun 0 64
Thu, 28 February 2008 21:21
Office area exception#2 per Section 1110B.1.1, 2007 CBC CodeQPoster-ISN 4 163
Thu, 28 February 2008 7:19
by chrishan
Signs Chip Kull_access/ADA 13 185
Wed, 27 February 2008 23:00
by KimJun
Accessible Sidewalk Videos Now Available Online KimJun 2 71
Wed, 27 February 2008 22:43
by KimJun
Distance to elevators, Section 1103B.2 of the 2007 CBC CodeQPoster-ISN 19 292
Tue, 26 February 2008 11:02
by hil_CA
Van Space Signage edkemper 16 386
Tue, 26 February 2008 10:33
by edkemper
Area of Refuge vs Accessible Stair Geoff 9 192
Tue, 26 February 2008 10:13
by Geoff
Office space on second floor of M occupancy- 2007 CBC CodeQPoster-ISN 2 91
Tue, 26 February 2008 8:55
by Dave Robertson
Parking fees Chip Kull_access/ADA 5 87
Sat, 23 February 2008 14:45
by edkemper
Striker side clearance at CA Hotel/Motels IMAD-the Admin. 11 317
Fri, 22 February 2008 19:58
by edkemper
Location of Detectable Warning (Truncated Domes) in Vehicular Ways (Parking Lots) rwaynem 10 158
Fri, 22 February 2008 8:44
by rwaynem
1134B DM 12 163
Thu, 21 February 2008 20:32
by The Enforcer
Grandstand seating exiting ADAguy 17 178
Thu, 21 February 2008 14:47
by edkemper
Housing Accessibility Chip Kull_access/ADA 1 79
Thu, 21 February 2008 5:41
by M. Handler,Architect
Visible Alarms zak822 7 117
Mon, 18 February 2008 14:37
by edkemper
Question re: ADA water closets Wayne Taylor 1 70
Mon, 18 February 2008 11:18
by M. Handler,Architect
Do both bar areas have to be accessible- 2007 CBC? CodeQPoster-ISN 9 219
Mon, 18 February 2008 10:02
by zak822
bank vault doors BrentWiese 3 74
Wed, 13 February 2008 15:11
by BrentWiese
New ANSI Standard ready for public comment SharonToji 1 59
Wed, 13 February 2008 12:10
by BrentWiese
vertical Grab bar requirement M. Handler,Architect 7 141
Wed, 13 February 2008 9:38
by edkemper
China is ready for the Olympics M. Handler,Architect 13 183
Tue, 12 February 2008 18:22
by edkemper
CBC 1007.1 Ex. #1 buildit 7 143
Tue, 12 February 2008 17:53
by edkemper
Balance safety against ADA regulations M. Handler,Architect 5 89
Mon, 11 February 2008 11:27
by ADAguy
Service Garage DeCove 3 71
Mon, 11 February 2008 9:11
by edkemper
Outpatient Facilities Chip Kull_access/ADA 4 100
Fri, 08 February 2008 15:34
by The Enforcer
CA Off-Street Parking Signage accessdesign 11 167
Fri, 08 February 2008 15:20
by edkemper
Tactile Exit Signs in schools ADAguy 11 189
Thu, 07 February 2008 15:17
by SharonToji
Pedestrian Ramp Clr. Width Chip Kull_access/ADA 10 213
Tue, 05 February 2008 16:08
by ADAguy
Toilet Stall Door Swing zak822 12 192
Tue, 05 February 2008 16:05
by ADAguy
Area of Refuge M. Handler,Architect 19 462
Mon, 04 February 2008 9:42
by The Enforcer
2nd Floor Retail accessdesign 1 55
Thu, 31 January 2008 10:16
by the codeyman
DSA fails as always to do their job edkemper 2 92
Wed, 30 January 2008 13:37
by edkemper
area of refuge for sprinklered bldg in IBC 2006 cchong 6 206
Tue, 29 January 2008 10:13
by edkemper
Baby changing tables no-yes_petaluma 8 155
Sun, 27 January 2008 21:09
by edkemper
Section 1107 Dwelling Units Nitro 3 80
Fri, 25 January 2008 13:57
by M. Handler,Architect
2nd Floor Break Room accessdesign 7 225
Wed, 23 January 2008 13:11
by accessdesign
Curb Ramp Change in Direction (L-Shaped) ncasper 3 136
Wed, 23 January 2008 12:59
by M. Handler,Architect
Blocking Off an Assessible Ramp due to Snow Accumulation Robert Bruss 21 298
Tue, 22 January 2008 10:19
by edkemper
Rain Shower Chip Kull_access/ADA 2 69
Tue, 22 January 2008 10:15
by edkemper
Does it or doesn't it require an elevator? ADAguy 2 125
Sun, 20 January 2008 10:38
by The Enforcer
Construction Trailer Accessibility stanley morris 3 118
Thu, 17 January 2008 10:22
by M. Handler,Architect
New Major Facility Question Mark L 6 173
Wed, 16 January 2008 7:53
by Mark L
Business leaders complain M. Handler,Architect 15 231
Mon, 14 January 2008 20:11
by edkemper
existing 4 plex bought with public funds don wolcott_Merced,CA 4 105
Thu, 10 January 2008 15:19
by don wolcott_Merced,CA
HR 3479 ADAguy 3 92
Thu, 10 January 2008 14:48
by edkemper
$119,958.65 for 2008 KimJun 2 91
Thu, 10 January 2008 14:44
by KimJun
2-story fire station M. Handler,Architect 16 285
Mon, 07 January 2008 5:40
by M. Handler,Architect
Is accessible parking required for privately-funded Covered Multifamily Dwellings- 2007 CBC? CodeQPoster-ISN 6 201
Fri, 28 December 2007 10:56
by edkemper
FHA & DOJ edkemper 2 106
Fri, 28 December 2007 10:46
by edkemper
10% requirement in section 1102A.3 kminnie 8 224
Tue, 18 December 2007 7:52
by Left Coast Architect
Attys Fees Under ADA M. Handler,Architect 5 121
Mon, 17 December 2007 20:07
by edkemper
Store boots disabled vet and his service dog M. Handler,Architect 3 90
Sun, 16 December 2007 9:42
by edkemper
Fixed site (outdoor) seating heights? ADAguy 12 174
Fri, 14 December 2007 7:13
by M. Handler,Architect
Boat Ramps edkemper 0 42
Thu, 13 December 2007 11:26
Title 24 and IBC zak822 8 158
Thu, 13 December 2007 9:27
by edkemper
Serial litigant wins suit against area restaurant edkemper 0 63
Thu, 13 December 2007 9:14
State-Specific Accessibility Codes m.mcteer 1 94
Mon, 10 December 2007 8:57
by CodeQPoster-ISN
Protruding Object (stair??) in warehouse Stu_SLO 11 152
Fri, 07 December 2007 8:23
by Stu_SLO
Am I required to have an elevator? Kellynjan 2 133
Fri, 07 December 2007 8:11
by Stu_SLO
Truncated domes as detectable warnings illegal for use in California? (#truncated domes, #detectable warnings) CodeQPoster-ISN 14 436
Thu, 06 December 2007 16:00
by Stu_SLO
Picture request.... Darren E_from KS 5 122
Wed, 05 December 2007 13:30
by Darren E_from KS
Handrail Configuration 2007 C B C M. Handler,Architect 34 448
Wed, 05 December 2007 13:27
by thom
door closing speed Stu_SLO 4 59
Wed, 05 December 2007 11:45
by Stu_SLO
Color of striping at disabled parking loading aisle CodeQPoster-ISN 22 359
Wed, 05 December 2007 11:44
by The Enforcer
Sandwich shops to improve access edkemper 3 59
Sat, 01 December 2007 9:34
by edkemper