ENCLOSURE

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) authorizes the
Department of Justice to provide technical assistance to
individuals and entities that have rights or responsibilities
under the Act. This code comparison was prepared by the staff of
the Public Access Section to provide informal guidance to assist
the Washington State Building Code Council to compare its code
requirements to the requirements of the ADA. However, this
technical assistance does not constitute a determination by the
Department of the Council's rights or responsibilities under the
ADA, and it is not binding on the Department.











































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ADA Requirements

1. Purpose. This document sets guidelines for accessibility to 
places of public accommodation and commercial facilities by 
individuals with disabilities. These guidelines are to be applied 
during the design, construction, and alteration of such buildings 
and facilities to the extent required by regulations issued by 
Federal agencies, including the Department of Justice, under the 
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. 

The technical specifications 4.2 through 4.35 of these guidelines 
are the same as those of the American National Standard 
Institute's document A117.1-1980, except as noted in this text by 
italics. However, sections 4.1.1 through 4.1.7 and sections 5 
through 10 are different from ANSI Al17.1 in their entirety and 
are printed in standard type. 

The illustrations and text of ANSI Al17.1 are reproduced with 
permission from the American National Standards Institute. 
Copies of the standard may be purchased from the American 
National Standards Institute at 1430 Broadway, New York, New 
York 10018.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-002 Purpose. The purpose of these rules is to 
implement the provisions of chapter 19.27 RCW, which 
provides that the state building code council shall maintain 
the State Building Code in a status which is consistent with 
the purpose as set forth in RCW 19.27.020. In maintaining 
the codes the council shall regularly review updated versions 
of the codes adopted under the act, and other pertinent 
information, and shall amend the codes as deemed 
appropriate by the Council.

RCW 19-27-020 (5). To provide for standards and 
specifications for making buildings and facilities accessible to 
and usable by physically disabled persons.

51-20-003 Uniform Building Code. The 1991 edition of the 
Uniform Building Code as published by the International 
Conference of Building Officials and available from the 
International Conference of Building Officials, 5360 South 
Workman Mill Road, Whittier, California 90601 is hereby 
adopted by reference with the following additions, deletions, 
and exceptions.

41-20-005 Uniform Building Code Requirements for Barrier- 
Free Accessibility. Chapter 31 and other Uniform Build Code 
requirements for barrier-free access are adopted pursuant to 
chapters 70.92 and 19.27 RCW.

Commentary

NE  ADA coverage is not limited to people with physical 
disabilities.

NE - Not equivalent to ADA provisions 
PNE - Possibly/potentially not equivalent to ADA provisions 

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1. Purpose, continued.

2.1 Provisions for Adults. The specifications in these guidelines 
are based upon adult dimensions and anthropometrics.

2.2 Equivalent Facilitation Departures from particular technical 
and scoping requirements of this guideline by the use of other 
designs and technologies are permitted where the alternative 
designs and technologies used will provide substantially
equivalent or greater access to and usability of the facility.

Miscellaneous Instructions and Definitions.

3.1 Graphic Conventions. Graphic conventions are shown in Table 
1. Dimensions that are not marked minimum or maximum are 
absolute, unless otherwise indicated in the text or captions.

Washington State Regulations

Pursuant to RCW 19.27.040, Chapter 31 and requirements 
affecting barrier-free access in Sections 3304 (b), 3304 (h), 
3306 (g), and 3306 (i) shall not be amended by local 
governments.

In case of conflict with other provisions of this code, chapter 
31 and requirements affecting barrier-free access in Sections 
3304 (b), 3304 (h), 3306 (g), and 3305 (i) shall govern. 

51-20-3101 Scope. (a) General. Buildings or portions of 
buildings shall be accessible to persons with disabilities as 
required by this chapter. Chapter 31 has been amended to 
comply with the Federal Fair Housing Act (FFHA) Guidelines 
as published by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban 
Development (March 1991) and the Americans with 
Disabilities Act (ADA) Guidelines as published by the 
Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board 
and the Department of Justice (July 1991).

Reference is made to appendix Chapter 31 for FFHA and 
ADA requirements not regulated by this chapter.

(b) Design. The design and construction of accessible 
building elements shall be in accordance with this chapter. 
For a building, structure, or building element to be considered 
to be accessible, it shall be designed and constructed to the 
minimum provisions of this chapter.

51-20-3106 (d) Alternate Methods. The application of 
Section 105 to this chapter shall be limited to the extent that 
alternate methods of construction, designs, or technologies 
shall provide substantially equivalent or greater accessibility.

Commentary
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3.2 Dimensional Tolerances. All dimensions are subject to 
conventional building industry tolerances for field conditions.

3.3 Notes. The text of these guidelines does not contain notes or 
footnotes. Additional information, explanations, and advisory 
materials are located in the Appendix. Paragraphs marked with an 
asterisk have related non-mandatory material in the Appendix. In 
the Appendix, the corresponding paragraph numbers are preceded 
by an A.

3.4 General Terminology.

comply with Meet one or more specifications of these guidelines.

if, if... then Denotes a specification that applies only when the 
conditions described are present. 

may, Denotes an option or alternative.

shall,  Denotes a mandatory specification or requirement.

should, Denotes an advisory specification or recommendation. 

3.5 Definitions.

Access Aisle. An accessible pedestrian space between elements, 
such as parking spaces, seating, and desks, that provides 
clearances appropriate for use of elements.

Accessible.  Describes a site, building, facility, or portion
thereof 
that complies with these guidelines.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3101 (a) General.  Reference is made to appendix 
Chapter 31 for FFHA and ADA requirements not regulated by 
this chapter. UBC Section 103 . . .  Wherever in this code 
reference is made to the appendix, the provisions in the 
appendix shall not apply unless specifically adopted. 

Chapter 4 Definitions and Abbreviations Section 401 (a) 
General.  For the purpose of this code, certain terms, 
phrases, words and their derivatives shall be construed as 
specified in this chapter. Words used in the singular include 
the plural and the plural the singular. Words used in the 
masculine gender include the feminine and the feminine the 
masculine. 

Where terms are not defined, they shall have their ordinary 
accepted meanings within the context with which they are 
used. Webster's Third New International Dictionary of the 
English Language, Unabridged, copyright 1986, shall be 
considered as providing ordinarily accepted meanings. 

Shall, as used in this code is mandatory.

WAC 51-20-3102 Definitions. Section 3102.  For the 
purpose of the chapter certain terms are defined as follows 
(additional relevant definitions from UBC and WSR are 
included):

Access Aisle is an accessible pedestrian space between 
elements such as parking spaces, seating, and desks, that 
provides clearances appropriate for use of elements.

Accessible is approachable and usable by persons with 
disabilities.
51-3101 (b) Design.  The design and construction of 
accessible building elements shall be in accordance with this 
chapter.  For a building, structure or building element to be 
considered to be accessible, it shall be designed and 
constructed to the minimum provisions of this chapter.

Commentary 

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Accessible Element.  An element specified by these guidelines
(for 
example, telephone, controls, and the like).

Accessible Route.  A continuous unobstructed path connecting all 
accessible elements and spaces of a building or facility. 
Interior 
accessible routes may include corridors, floors, ramps,
elevators, lifts, and clear floor space at fixtures.  Exterior accessible
routes may include parking access aisles, curb ramps, crosswalks at 
vehicular ways, walks, ramps and lifts.  

Accessible Space.  Space that complies with these guidelines. 

Adaptability.  The ability of certain building spaces and
elements, such as kitchen counters, sinks, and grab bars, to be added or 
altered so as to accommodate the needs of individuals with or 
without disabilities or to accommodate the needs of persons with 
different types or degree of disability.

Addition.  An expansion, extension, or increase in the gross
floor area of a building or facility.

Administrative Authority.  A governmental agency that adopts or 
enforces regulations and guidelines for the design construction,
or alteration of buildings and facilities.

Washington State Regulations

See above.

Accessible Route of Travel is a continuous unobstructed path 
connecting all accessible elements and spaces in an 
accessible building or facility that can be negotiated by a 
person using a wheelchair and that is usable by persons with 
other disabilities.

See "accessible" above.

Chapter 4.  Definitions and Abbreviations Sec. 402 Addition 
is an extension or increase in floor area or height of a building 
or structure.

700.92.130 (1) "Administrative authority" means the building 
department of each county, city, or town of this state.

70.92.130 (3) "Council" means the "state building code 
advisory council."

Chapter 4.  Definitions and Abbreviations Sec. 403 Building 
Official is the officer or other designated authority charged 
with the administration and enforcement of this code, or the 
building official's duly authorized representative.

Commentary

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Alteration. An alteration is a change to a building or facility made  by, on
behalf of, or for the use of a public accommodation or commercial facility,
that affects or could affect the usability of the building or facility or part
thereof. Alterations include, but are not limited to, remodeling, renovation,
rehabilitation, reconstruction, historic restoration, changes or rearrangement
of the structural  parts or elements, and changes or rearrangement in the plan 
configuration of walls and full-height partitions. Normal maintenance,
reroofing, painting or wallpapering, or changes to  mechanical and electrical
systems are not alterations unless they  affect the usability of the building
or facility.

Area of Rescue Assistance. An area, which has direct access to 
an exit, where people who are unable to use stairs may remain 
temporarily in safety to await further instructions or assistance 
during emergency evacuation.

Assembly Area. A room or space accommodating a group of 
individuals for recreational, educational, political, social, or 
amusement purposes, or for the consumption of food and drink.

Automatic Door. A door equipped with a power-operated 
mechanism and controls that open and close the door 
automatically ,upon receipt of a momentary actuating signal.  The 
switch that begins the automatic cycle may be a photoelectric 
device, floor mat, or manual switch (see power-assisted door).

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3110 Alteration is any change, addition or 
modification in construction or occupancy.

Alteration, Substantial is any alteration where the total cost
of all alterations (including but not limited to electrical, 
mechanical, plumbing and structural changes) for a building 
or facility within any 120 month period amounts to 60 
percent or more of the assessed value.

70.92.120 (2) "Substantially remodeled or substantially 
rehabilitated" means any alteration or restoration of a building 
or structure within any twelve-month period, the cost of 
which exceeds sixty percent of the currently appraised value 
of the particular building or structure.

Area for Evacuation Assistance is an accessible space which 
is protected from fire and smoke and which facilitates egress.

Chapter 4 Definitions and Abbreviations Section 402. 
Assembly Building is a building or portion of a building used 
for the gathering together of 50 or more persons for such 
purposes as deliberation, education, instruction, worship, 
entertainment, amusement, drinking or dining or awaiting 
transportation.

Automatic Door is a door equipped with a power-operated 
mechanism and controls that open and close the door 
automatically, upon receipt of a momentary actuating signal. 
The switch that begins the automatic cycle may be a 
photoelectric device, floor mat or manual switch (see also, 
Power-assisted Door).

Commentary

NE  ADAAG has no requirement regarding number of people.

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Building. Any structure used and intended for supporting or 
sheltering any use or occupancy

Circulation Path. An exterior or interior way of passage from one 
place to another for pedestrians, including, but not limited to, 
walks, hallways, courtyards, stairways, and stair landings.

Clear. Unobstructed.

Clear Floor Space. The minimum unobstructed floor or ground 
space required to accommodate a single, stationary wheelchair 
and occupant.

Closed Circuit Telephone. A telephone with dedicated line(s) such 
as a house phone, courtesy phone or phone that must be used to 
gain entrance to a facility.

Common Use. Refers to those interior and exterior rooms, spaces 
or elements that are made available for the use of a restricted, 
group of people (for example, occupants of a homeless shelter,
the occupants of an office building, or the guests of such 
occupants).

Cross Slope. The slope that is perpendicular to the direction of 
travel (see running slope).

Curb Ramp. A short ramp cutting through a curb or built up to it.

Detectable Warning. A standardized surface feature built in or 
applied to walking surfaces or other elements to warn visually 
impaired people of hazards on a circulation path.

Dwelling Unit. A single unit which provides a kitchen or food 
preparation area, in addition to rooms and spaces for living, 
bathing, sleeping, and the like. Dwelling units include a single 
family home or a townhouse used as a transient group home; an 
apartment building used as a shelter; guestrooms in a hotel that 
provide sleeping accommodations and food preparation areas; and 
other similar facilities used on a transient basis. For purposes
of these guidelines, use of the term "Dwelling Unit" does not imply 
the unit is used as a residence.

Washington State Regulation

Chapter 4 Definitions and Abbreviations Section 403 
Building is any structure used or intended for supporting or 
sheltering any use or occupancy.

Clear is unobstructed.

Clear Floor Space is unobstructed floor or ground space (See 
Section 3106(b)).

Common Use Areas are rooms, spaces or elements inside or 
outside a building that are made available for use by 
occupants of and visitors to the building.

Cross Slope is the slope that is perpendicular to the direction 
of travel.

Curb Ramp is a short ramp cutting through or built up to a 
curb. 

Detectable Warning is a standardized surface feature built in 
or applied to walking surfaces or other elements to warn 
visually impaired persons of hazards on a circulation path.

Sec. 405 D. Dwelling Unit is any building or portion thereof 
which contains living facilities, including provisions for 
sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation, as required by this 
code, for not more than one family, or a congregate 
residence for 10 or less persons.

Commentary

PNE  WSR seems to be defining residential dwelling units and 
sets an occupancy size of 10 or less persons. ADAAG 
defines a dwelling unit used on a transient basis and sets no 
occupancy limitations.

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Egress, Means of.   A continuous and unobstructed way of exit 
travel from any point in a building or facility to a public way.
A 
means of egress comprises vertical and horizontal travel and may 
include intervening room spaces, doorways, hallways, corridors, 
passageways, balconies, ramps, stairs, enclosures, lobbies, 
horizontal exits, courts and yards. An accessible means of egress 
is one that complies with these guidelines and does not include 
stairs, steps, or escalators. Areas of rescue assistance or 
evacuation elevators may be included as part of accessible means 
of egress.

Element. An architectural or mechanical component of a building, 
facility, space, or site, e.g., telephone, curb ramp, door,
drinking fountain, seating, or water closet.

Entrance. Any access point to a building or portion of a building 
or facility used for the purpose of entering. An entrance
includes the approach walk, the vertical access leading to the entrance 
platform, the entrance platform itself, vestibules if provided,
the entry door(s) or gate(s), and the hardware of the entry door(s)
or gate(s).

Washington State Regulations

Dwelling Unit. Type A is an accessible dwelling unit that is 
designed and constructed to provide greater accessibility than 
a Type B dwelling unit. (Type A dwelling units constructed in 
accordance with this chapter also meet the design standards 
for Type B dwelling units.)

Dwelling Unit. Type B is an accessible dwelling unit that is 
designed and constructed to the U.S. Department of Housing 
and Urban Development Federal Fair Housing Act 
Accessibility Guidelines.

Single-Story Dwelling Unit is a dwelling unit with all finished 
living spaces located on one floor.

Multistory Dwelling Unit is a dwelling unit with finished living 
space located on one floor, and the floor or floors 
immediately above or below it.

Accessible Exit is an exit, as defined in Section 3301 (b), 
which complies with this chapter and does not contain stairs, 
steps, or escalators.

Chapter 33, Section 3310 (b) Exit is a continuous and 
unobstructed means of egress to a public way and shall 
include intervening aisles, doors, doorways, gates, corridors, 
exterior exit balconies, ramps, stairways, smoke-proof 
enclosures, horizontal exits, exit passageways, exit courts 
and yards.

Element is an architectural or mechanical component of a 
building, facility, space, or site, such as telephones, curb 
ramps, doors, drinking fountains, seating, or water closets.

Commentary

PNE No definition.

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Facility. All or any portion of buildings, structures, site 
improvements, complexes, equipment, roads, walks, 
passageways, parking lots, or other real or personal property 
located on a site.

Ground Floor. Any occupiable floor less than one story above or
below grade with direct access to grade. A building or facility 
always has at least one ground floor and may have more than one 
ground floor as where a split level entrance has been provided or 
where a building is built into a hillside.

Mezzanine or Mezzanine Floor. That portion of a story which is an 
intermediate (floor level placed within the story and having 
occupiable space above and below its floor. 

Marked Crossing. A crosswalk or other identified path intended 
for pedestrian use in crossing a vehicular way.

Washington State Regulations

Primary Entry is a principal entrance through which most 
people enter the building. A building may have more than 
one primary entry.

Primary Entry Level is the floor or level of the building on 
which the primary entry is located.

51-20-0420 Section 420. Structure is that which is built or 
constructed, an edifice or building of any kind, or any piece 
of work artificially built up or composed of parts joined 
together in some definite manner.

Chapter 4, Section 408 Grade (Adjacent Ground Elevation) is 
the lowest point of elevation of the finished surface of the 
ground, paving or sidewalk within the area between the 
building and the property line or, when the property line is 
more than 5 feet from the building, between the building and 
a line 5 feet from the building.

51-20-0407 Section 407 Floor Area is the area included 
within the surrounding exterior walls of a building or portion 
thereof, exclusive of vent shafts and courts. The floor area 
of a building, or portion thereof, not provided with 
surrounding exterior walls shall be the usable area under the 
horizontal projection of the roof or floor above

Ground Floor is any occupiable floor less than one story 
above or below grade with direct access to grade.  A building 
may have more than one ground floor.

Landing is a level area (except as otherwise provided), within 
or at the terminus of a stair or ramp.

Chapter 4 Definitions and Abbreviations Section 414 
Mezzanine or Mezzanine Floor is an intermediate floor placed 
within a room.

Marked Crossing is a crosswalk or other identified path 
intended for pedestrian use in crossing a vehicular way.

Commentary

PNE WSR's definition does not appear to differentiate 
between a mezzanine and a raised or lowered floor level.  
Clarification is needed here.

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Multifamily Dwelling. Any building containing more than two 
dwelling units.

Occupiable. A room or enclosed space designed for human 
occupancy in which individuals congregate for amusement, 
educational or similar purposes, or in which occupants are 
engaged at labor, and which is equipped with means of egress, 
light, and ventilation.

Operable Part. A part of a piece of equipment or appliance used 
to insert or withdraw objects, or to activate, deactivate, or
adjust the equipment or appliance (for example, coin slot, pushbutton, 
handle).

Path of Travel. DOJ 36.403(e). (1) A "path of travel" includes a 
continuous, continuous, unobstructed way of pedestrian passage by
means of which the altered area may be approached, entered, and 
exited, and which connects the altered area with an exterior
approach (including sidewalks, streets, and parking areas), an entrance to 
the facility, and other parts of the facility.

(2) An accessible path of travel may consist of walks and 
sidewalks, curb ramps and other interior or exterior pedestrian 
ramps; clear floor paths through lobbies, corridors, rooms, and 
other improved areas; parking access aisles; elevators and lifts;
or a combination of these elements.

(3) For the purposes of this part, the term "path of travel" also 
includes the restrooms, telephones, and drinking fountains
serving the altered area.

Person with a Disability. DOJ Rule 36.104. Disability means, 
with respect to an individual, a physical or mental impairment
that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of
such individual; a record of such an impairment; or being regarded as 
having such an impairment.

Washington State Regulations

Chapter 4 Definitions and Abbreviations Section 416 
Occupancy is the Purpose for which a building, or part 
thereof, is used or intended to be used.

Section 409 H Habitable Space (Room) is space in a structure 
for living, sleeping, eating or cooking. Bathrooms, toilet 
compartments, closets, halls, storage or utility space, and 
similar areas, are not considered habitable space.

51-20-3110 Path of Travel means a continuous,  
unobstructed way of pedestrian passage by means of which 
an altered area may be approached, entered, and exited, and 
which connects the altered area with an exterior approach 
(including sidewalks. streets, and parking areas), an entry to 
the facility, and other parts of the facility. For the purposes 
of this part, the term path of travel also includes restrooms, 
telephones, and water fountains serving the altered area.

Person With Disability is an individual who has an 
impairment, including a mobility, sensory or cognitive 
impairment, which results in a functional limitation in access 
to and using a building or facility.

Commentary

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Power-Assisted Door is a door used for human passage with a 
mechanism that helps to open the door, or relieves the opening 
resistance of the door, upon the activation of a switch or a 
continued force applied to the door itself.

Public Use. Describes Interior or exterior roams or spaces that
are made available to the general public. Public use may be provided 
at a building or facility that is privately at publicly owned.

Primary Function. DOJ Rule 36.403(b). A "primary function" is a 
major activity for which the facility is intended.

Ramp. A walking surface which has a running slope greater that 
1:20.

Running Slope. The slope that is parallel to the direction of
travel (see cross slope).

Service Entrance. An entrance intended primarily for delivery of 
goods or services.

Signage. Displayed verbal, symbolic, tactile, and pictorial 
information.

Site. A parcel of land bounded by a property line or a designated 
portion of a public right-of-way.

Site Improvement. Landscaping, paving for pedestrian and 
vehicular ways, outdoor lighting, recreational facilities, and
the like, added to a site.

Sleeping Accommodations. Rooms in which people sleep; for 
example, dormitory and hotel or motel guest rooms or suites.

Space. A definable area, e.g., room, toilet room, hall, assembly 
area, entrance, storage room, alcove, courtyard, or lobby.

Washington State Regulation

Power-assisted Door. A door used for human passage with 
a mechanism that helps to open the door, or relieve the 
opening resistance of a door, upon the activation of a 
switch or a continued force applied to the door itself.

Public use Areas are interior or exterior rooms or 
spaces that are made available to the general public. Public 
use may be provided at a privately or publicly owned building 
or facility.

Primary Function is a major function for which the facility is 
intended.

Ramp is any walking surface having a running slope 
exceeding 1 inch vertical in 48 inches horizontal.

Service Entry is an entrance intended primarily for delivery of 
goods or services.

Site is a parcel of land bounded by a property line or a 
designated portion of a public right-of-way.

51-20-0420 Section 420 Structure

Commentary

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Story. That portion of a building included between the upper 
surface of a floor and upper surface of the floor or roof next 
above.  If such portion of a building does not include occupiable 
space, it is not considered a story for purposes of these 
guidelines.  There may be more than one floor level within a
story as in the case of mezzanine or mezzanines.

Structural Frame. The structural frame shall be considered to be 
the columns and the girders beams, trusses and spandrels having 
direct connections to the columns and all other members which 
are essential to the stability of the building as a whole.

Tactile.  Describes an object that can be perceived using the
sense of touch.

Text Telephone. Machinery or equipment that employs interactive 
graphic (i.e., typed) communications through the transmission of 
coded signals across the standard telephone network. Text 
telephones can include, for example, devices known as TDDs 
(telecommunication display devices or telecommunication devices 
for deaf persons) or computers.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-0420 Section 420 Story is that portion of a building
included between the upper surface of any floor and the
upper surface of the floor next above, except that the
topmost story shall be that portion of a building included 
between the upper surface of the topmost floor and the 
ceiling or roof above. If the finished floor level directly above 
a usable or unused under-floor space is more than 6 feet 
above grade as defined herein for more than 50 percent of 
the total perimeter or is more than 12 feet above grade as 
defined herein at any point, such usable or unused under- 
floor space shall be considered as a story.

51-20-0320 Section 420 Story, First is the lowest story in a 
building which qualifies as a story, as defined herein, except 
that a floor level in a building having only one floor level
shall be classified as a first story, provided such floor level is not 
more than 4 feet below grade as defined herein, for more 
than 50 percent of the total perimeter, or not more than 8 
feet below grade, as defined herein, at any point.

51-20-1702 Structural Frame. The structural frame shall be 
considered to be the columns and the girders beams, trusses 
and spandrels having direct connections to the columns and 
all other members which are essential to the stability of the 
building as a whole.  The members of floor or roof panels 
which have no connection to the columns shall be considered 
secondary members and not a part of the structural frame.

Tactile is an object that can be perceived using the sense of 
touch.

Text Telephone is machinery or equipment that employs 
interactive graphic (i.e., typed) communications through the 
transmission of coded signals across the standard telephone 
network. Text telephones include telecommunications  
display devices or telecommunication devices for the deaf 
(TDDs) or computers.

Commentary

NE  When used with the definition of "ground floor", this 
definition could result in a ground floor, or first story, that
is not occupiable or no ground floor or an occupied basement 
that is not considered a story.  Clarification needed as to 
application of the definition.

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Transient Lodging.  A building, facility, or portion thereof, 
excluding inpatient medical care facilities, that contains one or 
more dwelling units or sleeping accommodations.  Transient 
lodging may include, but is not limited to, resorts, group homes, 
hotels, motels, and dormitories.

DOJ 36.104(1).   An inn, hotel, motel, or other place of lodging, 
except for an establishment located within a building that
contains not more that five rooms for rent or hire and that is actually 
occupied by the proprietor of the establishment as the residence 
of the proprietor.

Vehicular Way.  A route intended for vehicular traffic, such as a 
street, driveway, or parking lot.

Walk.  An exterior pathway with a prepared surface intended for 
pedestrian use, including general pedestrian areas such as plazas 
and courts.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-0404 Section 404 Congregate Residence is any 
building or portion thereof which contains facilities for living, 
sleeping and sanitation, as required by this code, and may 
include facilities for eating and cooking, for occupancy by 
other than a family. A congregate residence may be a 
shelter, convent, monastery, dormitory, fraternity or sorority 
house but does not include jails, hospitals, nursing homes, 
hotels or lodging houses.

Chapter 4, Section 413 Lodging House is any building or 
portion thereof containing not more than five guest rooms 
where rent is paid in money, goods, labor or otherwise.

51-20-0409 Section 409 Hotel is any building containing six 
or more guest rooms intended or designed to be used, or 
which are used, rented or hired out to be occupied, or which 
are occupied for sleeping purposes by guests.

51-20-0409 Section 409 Motel Is any building containing six 
or more guest rooms intended or designed to be used, or 
which are used, rented or hired out to be occupied, or which 
are occupied for sleeping purposes by guests.

(See definition of Hotel) 51-20-1201 Group R. Occupancies
Defined. Group R Occupancies shall be:
Division 1. Hotels and apartment houses. Congregate 
residence (each accommodating more than 10 persons
Division 2. Not used.
Division 3. Dwellings, family child day care homes and 
lodging houses. Congregate residences (each 
accommodating 10 persons or less).

Vehicular Way is a route intended for vehicular traffic, such 
as a roadway, driveway, or parking lot located on a site.

51-20-0417 Section 417 Pedestrian Walkway is a walkway 
used exclusively as a pedestrian trafficway.

Commentary

NE  Definitions vary in several ways.  WSR's are generally 
more specific and narrow in scope.  Coverage is based on 
different numbers of units or people served.  Further 
clarification is needed as to where shelters and social service 
establishments fit.

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ACCESSIBLE ELEMENTS AND SPACES: SCOPE AND TECHNICAL 
REQUIREMENTS.

4.1 Minimum Requirements

4.1.1* Application.

  (1) General. All areas of newly designed or newly constructed
buildings and facilities required to be accessible by 4.1.2 and 
4.1.3 and altered portions of existing buildings and facilities 
required to be accessible by 4.1.6 shall comply with these 
guidelines, 4.1 through 4.35, unless otherwise provided in this 
section or as modified in a special application section.

Washington Sate Regulations

51-20-3101 Scope (a) General. Buildings or portions of 
buildings shall be accessible to persons with disabilities as 
required by this chapter.
 
Chapter 31 has been amended to comply with the Federal 
Fair Housing Act (FFHA) Guidelines as published by the 
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (March 
1991)and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 
Guidelines as published by the U. S. Architectural and 
Transportation Barriers Compliance Board and the Department of 
Justice (July, 1991).

Reference is made to Appendix Chapter 31 for FFHA and 
ADA requirements not regulated by this chapter.

51-20-3101 (b) Design. The design and construction of 
accessible building elements shall be in accordance with this 
chapter. For a building, structure or building element to be 
considered to be accessible, it shall be designed and 
constructed to the minimum provisions of this chapter.

51-20-3103 Building Accessibility (a) Where required. 1. 
General. Accessibility to temporary or permanent buildings or 
portions thereof shall be provided for all occupancy 
classifications except as modified by this chapter. See also 
Appendix Chapter 31.

51-20-0104 Application to Existing Buildings and Structures.
(a) General. Buildings and structures to which additions, 
alterations or repairs are made shall comply with all the 
requirements of this code for new facilities except as 
specifically provided In this section. See Section 1210 for 
provisions requiring installation of smoke detectors in existing 
Group R, Division 3 Occupancies.

Commentary

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4.1.1 (2) Application Based on Building Use. Special application 
sections 5 through 10 provide additional requirements for 
restaurants and cafeterias, medical care facilities, business and 
mercantile, libraries, accessible transient lodging, and 
transportation facilities. When a building or facility contains
more than one use covered by a special application section, each 
portion shall comply with the requirements for that use. 

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 Accessible Design and Construction Standards. 
(a) General.  Where accessibility is required by this chapter, 
it shall be designed and constructed in accordance with this 
section, unless otherwise specified in this chapter.

51-20-3103 Building Accessibility (a) Where required 1.  
General. Accessibility to temporary or permanent buildings or 
portions thereof shall be provided for all occupancy 
classifications except as modified by this chapter. See also 
Appendix Chapter 31.

UBC Section 503. (a) ... When a building houses more than 
one occupancy, each portion of the building shall conform to 
the requirements of the occupancy housed therein.

Commentary

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4.1.1 (2) Continued.   

Washington Sate Regulations

51-20-3103 Building Accessibility. (a) Where required. 1. 
General. Accessibility to temporary or permanent buildings or 
portions thereof shall be provided for all occupancy 
classifications except as modified by this chapter. See also 
Appendix Chapter 31. 
(a) 2. Group A. Occupancies. A. General. All Group A 
Occupancies shall be accessible as provided in this chapter.
(a) 3. Group B. Occupancies. All Group B Occupancies shall 
be accessible as provided in this chapter. Assembly spaces 
in Group B Occupancies shall comply with Section 3103 (a)2
B.
4. Group E. Occupancies. All Group E.  Occupancies shall be 
accessible as provided in this chapter. Assembly spaces in 
Group E Occupancies shall comply with Section 3103 (a) 2.
B.
5. Group H Occupancies. All Group H Occupancies shall be
accessible as provided in this chapter.
6. Group I Occupancies. All Group I Occupancies shall be 
accessible in all public use, common use and employee use 
areas, and shall have accessible patient rooms, cells and 
treatment or examination rooms as follows: 
6. A. In Group I, Division 1.1 hospitals which do not specialize
in treating conditions that affect mobility, all patient rooms in 
each nursing unit, including associated toilet rooms and 
bathrooms. 
6. B. In Group I, Division 1.1 hospitals which do not 
specialize in treating conditions that affect mobility, all 
patient rooms in each nursing unit, including associated toilet 
rooms and bathrooms.
6. C. In Group I, Division 1.1 and Division 2 nursing homes 
and long-term care facilities, at least 1 in every 2 patient 
rooms, including associated toilet rooms and bathrooms.
6. D. In Group I, Division 3, mental health Occupancies, at 
least 1 in every 10 patient rooms, including associated toilet 
rooms and bathrooms.

Commentary

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4.1.1 (2) Continued. 

Washington State Regulation

6. E. In Group I, Division 3 jail, prison and similar 
Occupancies, at least 1 in every 100 rooms or cells, including 
associated toilet rooms and bathrooms.
In Group I, Division 1.1 and 2 Occupancies, at least one 
accessible entrance that complies with Section 3103 (b) shall 
be under shelter. Every such entrance shall include a 
passenger loading zone which complies with Section 3108 
(b) 3.

51-20-3103 (a) 7. Group M. Occupancies. Group M, Division 
1 Occupancies shall be accessible.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Private garages, carports and sheds are 
not required to be accessible if they are accessory to dwelling 
units which are not required to be accessible.
2. In Group M., Division 1 agricultural buildings, access need 
only be provided to paved work areas and areas open to the 
general public.

51-20-3103 (a) 8. Group R. Occupancies. A. General. All 
Group R Occupancies shall be accessible as provided in this 
chapter, Public- and common-use areas and facilities such as 
recreational facilities, laundry facilities, garbage and
recycling collection areas, mailbox locations, lobbies, foyers and 
management offices, shall be accessible.

Number of Dwelling Units, In all Group R, Division 1 
apartment buildings the total number of Type A dwelling 
units shall be as required by Table No. 31-B. All other 
dwelling units shall be designed and constructed to the 
requirements for Type B units as defined in this chapter.

EXCEPTIONS: 1. Group R Occupancies containing three or 
fewer dwelling units.

Commentary

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4.1.1 (2) Continued. 

4.1.1 (3)* Areas Used Only by Employees as Work Areas. Areas 
that are used only as work areas shall be designed and 
constructed so that individuals with disabilities can approach, 
enter, and exit the areas.  These guidelines do not require that
any 
areas used only as work areas be constructed to permit 
maneuvering within the work area or be constructed or equipped 
(i.e., with racks or shelves) to be accessible.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3152
                        TABLE NO. 31-B
                 REQUIRED TYPE A DWELLING UNITS

Total Number of Dwelling                 Required Number of Type
A
     Units on Site                             Dwelling Units  

        0-10                                       None
       11-20                                          1
       21-40                                          2
       41-60                                          3
       61-80                                          4
       81-100                                         5
For every 20 units or fractional                   1 additional
part thereof, over 100

51-20-3101 (c) Maintenance of Facilities. Any building, 
facility, dwelling unit or site which is constructed to be 
accessible or adaptable under this chapter shall be maintained 
accessible and/or adaptable during its occupancy.

See Occupancy Groups above.

Commentary

PNE  The language above implies all areas are to be 
accessible in most occupancies, but in some occupancies it 
is specific (i.e., "paved work areas" in agricultural buildings). 
We need clarification regarding employee areas.

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4.1.1 (4) Temporary Structures. These guidelines cover 
temporary buildings or facilities as well as permanent
facilities.  
Temporary buildings and facilities are not of permanent 
construction but are of extensively used or are essential for
public use for a period of time.  Examples of temporary buildings or 
facilities covered by these guidelines include, but are not
limited to: reviewing stands, temporary classrooms, bleacher areas, 
exhibit areas, temporary banking facilities, temporary health 
screening services, or temporary safe pedestrian passageways 
around construction sites.  Structures, sites and equipment 
directly associated with the actual processes of construction,
such as 
scaffolding, bridging, material hoists, or construction trailers 
are not included.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3103 Building Accessibility (a) Where required. 1. 
General.  Accessibility to temporary or permanent buildings or 
portions thereof shall be provided for all occupancy 
classifications except as modified by this chapter.  See also 
Appendix Chapter 31.
51-20-3103 (a) 1. EXCEPTION 3. Temporary structures, 
sites and equipment directly associated with the construction 
process such as construction site trailers, scaffolding, 
bridging or material hoists are not required to be accessible.

51-20-0104 (e) Moved Buildings and Temporary Buildings.  
Buildings or structures moved into or within the jurisdiction 
shall comply with the provisions of this code for new 
buildings or structures.

Temporary structures such as reviewing stands and other 
miscellaneous structures, sheds, canopies or fences used for 
the protection of the public around and in conjunction with 
construction work may be erected by special permit from the 
building official for a limited period of time. Such buildings or 
structures need not comply with the type of construction or 
fire-resistive time periods required by this code. Temporary 
buildings or structures shall be completely removed upon the 
expiration of the time limit stated in the permit.

Commentary

PNE  Two concerns exist. WSR appears to exempt 
reviewing stands and temporary safe pedestrian walkways 
around a building site. We need an interpretation as to 
whether 51-20-0104(e) applies here. If so, WSR does not 
appear to be equivalent.

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4.1.1 (5) General Exceptions.

  (a) In new construction, a person or entity is not required to
meet fully the requirements of these guidelines where that person 
or entity can demonstrate that it is structurally impracticable
to do so. Full compliance will be considered structurally impracticable 
only in those rare circumstances when the unique characteristics 
of terrain prevent the incorporation of accessibility features. 
If full compliance with the requirements of these guidelines is 
structurally impracticable, a person or entity shall comply with
the 
requirements to the extent it is not structurally impracticable. 
Any 
portion of the building or facility which can be made accessible 
shall comply to the extent that it is not structurally
impracticable.

4.1.1 (5) (b) Accessibility is not required to (i) observation
galleries 
used primarily for security purposes; or (ii) in non-occupiable 
spaces accessed only by ladders, catwalks, crawl spaces, very 
narrow passageways, or freight (non-passenger) elevators, and 
frequented only by service personnel for repair purposes; such 
spaces include, but are not limited to, elevator pits, elevator 
penthouses, piping or equipment catwalks.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3101 (e) Modifications. Where full compliance with 
this chapter is impractical due to unique characteristics of the 
terrain, the building official may grant modifications in 
accordance with Section 106, provided that any portion of 
the building or structure that can be made accessible shall be 
made accessible to the greatest extent practical. 

51-20-3103 (a) 1. EXCEPTIONS: 2. In other than Group B. 
Occupancies; Group B, Division 2 retail Occupancies; 
terminals, depots and other stations used for transportation; 
buildings owned or operated by a government agency; and 
the professional offices of health care providers, floors above 
and below fully accessible levels that have areas less than 
3000 square feet per floor, need not be accessible provided 
that the primary entry level provides facilities as required by 
Section 3105 equivalent to those located on the
nonaccessible levels.
51-20-3103 (b) 2. EXCEPTION: For sites where natural 
terrain or other unusual property characteristics do not allow 
the provision of an accessible route of travel from the public 
way to the building, the point of vehicular debarkation may
be substituted for the accessible entrance to the site.

51-20-3105 (a) General. . . Where specific floors of a 
building are required to be accessible, the requirements shall 
apply only to the facilities located on accessible floors.

51-20-3103 (a) 1. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Floors or portions of 
floors not customarily occupied, including, but not limited to, 
elevator pits, observation galleries used primarily for security 
purposes, elevator penthouses, nonoccupiable spaces 
accessed only by ladders, catwalks, crawl spaces, very
narrow passageways, or freight elevators, piping and 
equipment catwalks and machinery, mechanical and electrical 
equipment rooms.

Commentary

NE Standards under ADAAG and WSR are not the same. A 
general exception to all accessibility provisions is allowed for 
floors with less than 3,000 square feet per floor above and 
below the accessible level in most occupancies. The 
elevator exception was expanded. This provision is restated 
in 51-20-3105(a) General.

NE WSR uses the term "impractical" rather than the more 
restrictive term, "impracticable," used in the ADA 
regulations.

NE The use of "not customarily occupied" and use of other 
exceptions as examples appears to expand this exception.  
Example:  A basement used for storage, if  "occupiable," 
would be a story under ADAAG.  Further, the use of 
machinery, mechanical and electrical equipment rooms as 
example expands the exception to include spaces not 
exempt under ADA.  Clarification of this provision is needed.

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4.1.2 (3) All objects that protrude from surfaces or posts into 
circulation paths shall comply with 4.4.

4.1.2 (4) Ground surfaces along accessible routes and in 
accessible spaces shall comply with 4.5.

4.1.2 (5) (a) If parking spaces are provided for self-parking by 
employees or visitors, or both, then accessible spaces complying 
with 4.6 shall be provided in each such parking area in 
conformance with the table below. Spaces required by the table 
need not be provided in the particular lot. They may be provided 
in a different location if equivalent or greater accessibility in
terms of distance from an accessible entrance, cost and convenience is 
ensured.

TOTAL PARKING IN LOT                REQUIRED MINIMUM NUMBER
OF ACCESSIBLE SPACES 

1 to 25                                    1
26 to 50                                   2
51 to 75                                   3
76 to 100                                  4
101  to 150                                5
151  to 200                                6
201  to 300                                7
301  to 400                                8
401  to 500                                9
501  to 1000                        2 percent of total
1001 and over                     20, plus 1 for each 100 over
1000

Except as provided in (b), access aisles adjacent to accessible 
spaces shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) wide minimum.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (e) Protruding Objects. Protruding objects shall 
not reduce the clear width of an accessible route of travel or 
maneuvering space. Any wall- or post-mounted object with 
its leading edge between 27 inches and 79 inches above the 
floor may project not more than 4 inches into the required 
width within a  corridor. Any wall-or post-mounted projection 
greater than 4 inches shall extend to the floor. Protruding 
objects shall not reduce the clear width of an accessible route 
of travel or maneuvering space.

51-20-3106 (d) 5. A. General. All floor and ground surfaces 
in an accessible route of travel shall comply with 3106 (q).

51-20-3103(a)9. Other Parking Facilities. Principal use 
parking facilities which are not accessory to the use of any 
building or structure shall provide accessible spaces in 
accordance with Table No. 31-F.

51-20-3107 Parking Facilities. Section 3107 (a) Accessible
Parking Required. For other than Group R, Division 1 
apartment buildings, when parking lots or garage facilities are 
provided, accessible parking spaces shall be provided in 
accordance with Table No. 31-F.

                            Table 31-F
TOTAL PARKING IN LOT             REQUIRED MINIMUM NUMBER
OF ACCESSIBLE SPACES 

1 to 25                                  1
26 to 50                                 2
51 to 75                                 3
76 to 100                                4
101  to 150                              5
151  to 200                              6
201  to 300                              7
301  to 400                              8
401  to 500                              9
501  to 999                        2 percent of total
Over 1000                         20, plus 1 space for every 100
spaces
                                  or fraction thereof, over 1000.

Commentary

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4.1.2 (5) (b) One in every eight accessible spaces, but not less  
than one, shall be served by an access aisle 96 in (2440 mm) 
wide minimum and shall be designated "van accessible" as 
required by 4,6.4. The vertical clearance at such spaces shall  
comply with 4.6.5. All such spaces may be grouped on one level 
of a parking structure.

EXCEPTION: Provision of all required parking spaces in 
conformance with 'Universal Parking Design' (see appendix 
A4.6.3) is permitted.

4.1.2 (5) (c) If passenger loading zones are provided, then at
least 
one passenger loading zone shall comply with 4.6.6.             

4.1.2 (5) (d) At facilities providing medical care and other
services for persons with mobility impairments, parking spaces complying 
with 4.6 shall be provided in accordance with 4.1,2(5)la) except 
as follows:

  (i) Outpatient units and facilities: 10 percent of the total 
number of parking spaces provided serving each such unit
outpatient
unit or facility.

  (ii) Units and facilities that specialize in treatment or
services 
for persons with mobility impairments: 20 percent of the total 
number of parking spaces provided serving each such unit or 
facility.

4.1.2 (5) (e)* Valet parking: Valet parking facilities shall
provide a 
passenger loading zone complying with 4.6.6 located on an 
accessible route to the entrance of the facility. Paragraphs
5(a), 5(b), and 5(d) of this section do not apply to valet parking.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3107 (a) ... In addition, one in every eight accessible 
parking spaces, but in no case less than one, shall comply 
with the van parking space requirements in Section 3107 (b).

51-20-3107 (b) 2. Van accessible parking spaces shall 
have an adjacent access aisle not less than 96 inches in 
width.

51-20-3108 (a) Passenger Drop-Off and Loading Zones. (a) 
Location. Where provided, passenger drop-off and loading 
zones shall be located on an accessible route of travel (and 
comply with accessible design requirements).

51-20-3107 (a) accessible Parking Required .... For Group 1, 
Division 1.1, 1.2 and 2 medical care Occupancies specializing 
in the treatment of persons with mobility impairments, 20 
percent of parking spaces provided accessory to such 
occupancies shall be accessible.

51-20-3103 (a) 9. Other Parking Facilities. Principal use 
parking facilities which are not accessory to the use of any 
building or structure shall provide accessible spaces in 
accordance with Table No. 31-F.

Commentary

NE WSR does not address 10% accessible parking required 
at outpatient facilities.

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4.1.2 (6) If toilet facilities are provided on a site, then each
such public or common use toilet facility shall comply with 4,22. If 
bathing facilities are provided on a site, then each such public
or common use bathing facility shall comply with 4.23.

For single user portable toilet or bathing units clustered at a
single location, at least 5% but no less than one toilet unit or bathing 
unit complying with 4.22 or 4.23 shall be installed at each
cluster whenever typical inaccessible units are provided. Accessible
units shall be identified by the International Symbol of Accessibility.
EXCEPTION: Portable toilet units at construction sites used 
exclusively by construction personnel are not required to comply 
with 4.1.2(6).

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (k) 1. General. Bathrooms, toilet rooms, 
bathing facilities and shower rooms shall be designed in 
accordance with this section. (3106).

Commentary

PNE It is not clear whether portable toilets are covered 
under temporary buildings, If not, they are not covered.   An 
interpretation is needed.

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4.1.2 (7) Building Signage. Signs which designate permanent 
rooms and spaces shall comply with 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5 and 
4.30.6. Other signs which provide direction to, or information 
about,  functional spaces of the building shall comply with
4.30.1, 4.30.2, 4.30.3, and 4.30.5.

Elements and spaces of accessible facilities which shall be 
identified by the International Symbol of Accessibility and which 
shall comply with 4.30.7 are:

4.1.2 (7) (a) Parking spaces designated as reserved for
individuals 
with disabilities;

4.1.2 (7) (b) Accessible passenger loading zones;

4.1.2 (7) (c) Accessible entrances when not all are accessible 
(inaccessible entrances shall have directional signage to
indicate the route to the nearest accessible entrance);

4.1.2 (7) (d) Accessible toilet and bathing facilities when not
all are accessible.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3103 (b) 4. Signs. A. International Symbol of 
Access. The following elements and spaces of accessible 
facilities shall be identified by the International Symbol of
Access:
1. Accessible parking spaces
2. Accessible entrances when not all entrances are 
accessible (inaccessible entrances shall have directional 
signage to indicate the route to the nearest accessible 
entrance)
EXCEPTION: Individual entries into dwelling units.
3. Accessible passenger loading zone(s)
4. Accessible toilet and bathing facilities when not all are 
accessible.
EXCEPTION: Toilet and bathing facilities within
dwelling units, patient rooms and guest rooms. 

At every major junction along or leading to an exterior 
accessible route of travel, there shall be a sign displaying the 
International Symbol of Accessibility. Signage shall indicate 
the direction to accessible entries and facilities.

B. Other Signs. Where provided, permanent signs which 
identify rooms and spaces shall comply with Sections 3106
(p) 2, 3, and 5. Where provided, other signs which provide 
direction to or information about the building or portion of a 
building shall comply with Section 3106 (p) 3 and 4. 
EXCEPTION: Building directories and all temporary signs.  

In hotels and lodging houses, a list of accessible guest rooms 
shall be posted permanently in a location not visible to the 
general public, for staff use at each reception or check-in 
desk.

In assembly areas, a sign notifying the general public of the 
availability of accessible seating and assistive listening 
systems shall be provided at ticket offices or similar 
locations.

Commentary

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4.1.3 Accessible Buildings New Construction. Accessible 
buildings and facilities shall meet the following minimum 
requirements:

  (1) At least one accessible route complying with 4.3 shall 
connect accessible building or facility entrances with all
accessible spaces and elements within the building facility.

4.1.3 (2) All objects that overhang or protrude into circulation 
paths shall comply with 4.4.

4.1.4 (3) Ground and floor surfaces along accessible routes and
in accessible rooms and spaces shall comply with 4.5.

4.1.3 (4) Interior and exterior stairs connecting levels that are
not connected by an elevator, ramp, or other accessible means of 
vertical access shall comply with 4.9.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 Accessible Design and Construction Standards. 
(a) General. Where accessibility is required by this chapter, 
it shall be designed and constructed in accordance with this 
section, unless otherwise specified in this chapter.

51-20-3103 (b) 2. Accessible Route of travel. When a 
building or portion of a building is required to be accessible, 
an accessible route of travel shall be provided to all portions 
of the building, to accessible building entrances an 
connecting the building and the public way. Except within 
and accessible dwelling unit, the accessible route of travel to 
areas of primary function may serve but shall not pass 
through kitchens, storage rooms, toilet rooms, bathrooms, 
closets or other similar spaces. Accessible routes of travel 
serving any accessible space element shall also serve as a 
means of egress for emergencies or connect to an area of 
evacuation assistance....

51-20-3106 (e) Protruding Objects. Protruding objects shall 
not reduce the clear width of an accessible route of travel or 
maneuvering space. Any wall- or post-mounted object with 
its leading edge between 27 inches and 79 inches above the 
floor may project not more than 4 inches into the required 
width within a corridor. Any wall-or post-mounted projection 
greater than 4 inches shall extend to the floor. Protruding 
objects shall not reduce the clear width of an accessible route 
of travel or maneuvering space.

51-20-3106 (d) 5. A. General. All floor and ground surfaces 
in an accessible route of travel shall comply with Section 
3106 (q).

51-20-3306 Stairways. (a) General. Every stairway having 
two or more risers serving any building of portion thereof 
shall conform to the requirements of this section. When 
aisles in assembly rooms have steps, they shall conform with 
the provisions in Section 3315.

51-20-3106 (i) Stairways. 1. General. Stairways required 
to be accessible shall comply with section 3306 and 
provisions of this section.

Commentary

PNE Although WSR appears to apply some provisions to all 
steps allowed in building code (single risers are not allowed), 
there is no specific scoping to trigger the requirements 
contained in 3106 (i).

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4.1.3 (5)*  One passenger elevator complying with 4.10 shall 
serve each level, including mezzanines, in all multi-story
buildings and facilities unless exempted below.  If more than one elevator
is provided, each full passenger elevator shall comply with 4.10.

EXCEPTION 1.  Elevators are not required in facilities that are
less than three stories or that have less than 3000 square feet per 
story unless the building is a shopping center, a shopping mall,
or the professional office of a health care provider, or another
type of facility as determined by the Attorney General.  The elevator 
exemption set forth in this paragraph does not obviate or limit
in any way the obligation to comply with the other accessibility 
requirements established in section 4.1.3.  For example, floors 
above or below the accessible ground floor must meet the 
requirements of this section except for elevator service.  If
toilet or bathing facilities are provided on a level not served by an
elevator, then toilet or bathing facilities must be provided on the
accessible ground floor.  In new construction if a building or facility is
eligible for this exemption but a full passenger elevator is nonetheless 
planned, that elevator shall meet the requirements of 4.10 and 
shall serve each level in the building.  A full passenger
elevator that provides service from a garage to only one level of a
building or facility is not required to serve other levels.

EXCEPTION 2: Elevator pits, elevator penthouses, mechanical 
rooms, piping or equipment catwalks are exempted from this 
requirement.

EXCEPTION 3: Accessible ramps complying with 4.8 may be used 
in lieu of an elevator.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3105 (c) Elevators. 1. Where Required.  In multi-
story buildings or portions thereof required to be accessible 
by Section 3103, at least one elevator shall serve each level, 
including mezzanines.  Other than within an individual 
dwelling unit, when an elevator is provided but not required, 
it shall be accessible.

EXCEPTIONS: 1.  In Group R. Division 1 apartment 
occupancies, an elevator is not required where accessible 
dwelling units and guest rooms are accessible by ramp or by 
grade level route of travel.
2. In a building of fewer than three stories an elevator is not 
required where ramps, grade-level entrances or accessible 
horizontal exits from an adjacent building, are provided to 
each floor.
3. In multistory parking garages, an elevator is not required 
where an accessible route of travel is provided from 
accessible parking spaces on levels with accessible horizontal 
connections to the primary building served.
4. In Group R, Division 1 hotels and lodging houses less than 
3 stories in height, an elevator is not required provided that 
accessible guest rooms are provided on the ground floor.

51-20-3103 (a) 1.  EXCEPTION 2.  In other than Group R 
Occupancies; Group B, Division 2 retail Occupancies; 
terminals, depots and other stations used for transportation; 
buildings owned or operated by a government agency; and 
the professional offices of health care providers, floors above 
and below fully accessible levels that have areas of less than 
3000 square feet per floor, need not be accessible provided 
that the primary entry level provides facilities as required by 
Section 3105 equivalent to those located on the 
nonaccessible levels.

Commentary

NE  Problem #1 Scoping - Elevator exception is expanded to 
become a general exception to access provisions on floors 
with less than 3,000 square feet.  However, except for this 
one problem, WSR's elevator exception is more restrictive 
because it does not apply to two story buildings with 
unlimited floor space as does ADAAG.

Problem #2 Design - Design requirements are not available 
for review.

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4.1.3 (5)* Continued.

EXCEPTION 4: Platform lifts (wheelchair lifts) complying with
4.11 of this guideline and applicable state or local codes may be used
in lieu of an elevator under the following conditions:

     (a) To provide an accessible route to a performing area in 
an assembly occupancy.

     (b) To comply with the wheelchair viewing position line-of-
sight and dispersion requirements of 4.33.3.

     (c) To provide access to incidental occupiable spaces and 
Rooms which are not open to the general public and which house
No more than five person, including but not limited to equipment
Control rooms and projection booths.

     (d) To provide access where existing site constraints or 
other constraints make use of a ramp or an elevator infeasible.

4.1.3 (6) Windows (Reserved).

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3105 (c) 2. Design.  All elevators shall be accessible.

EXCEPTIONS: 1.  Private elevators serving only one dwelling 
unit.
2. Where more than one elevator is provided in the building, 
elevators used exclusively for movement of freight.

51-20-3105 (c) 2....Elevators required to be accessible 
shall be designed and constructed to comply with Chapter 
296-81 of the Washington Administrative Code.

51-20-3105 (c) 3.  Platform Lifts.  Platform lifts may be used 
in lieu of an elevator under one of the following conditions 
subject to approval by the building official:
1. (sic)  To provide an accessible route of travel to a 
performing area in a Group A.  Occupancy; or,
2. (sic) To provide unobstructed sight lines and distribution 
for wheelchair viewing positions in Group A Occupancies; or, 
3. (sic) To provide access to spaces with an occupant load of 
less than 5; or
4. (sic) To provide access where existing site constraints or 
other constraints make use of a ramp or elevator infeasible.

All platform lifts used in lieu of an elevator shall be capable
of 
independent operation and shall comply with Chapter 296-81 
of the Washington Administrative Code.

Commentary

NE  Design requirements are not available for review.

NE  WSR does not restrict use of a lift to areas with an 
occupant load of less than 5 that are not open to the public.

NE  Design requirements are not available for review.

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4.1.3 (7) Doors:

  (a) At each accessible entrance to a building or facility, at
least one door shall comply with 4.13.

4.1.3 (7) (b) Within a building or facility, at least one door at
each accessible space shall comply with 4.13.

4.1.3.(7) (c) Each door that is an element of an accessible route 
shall comply with 4.13.

4.1.3 (7) (d) Each door required by 4.3.10, Egress, shall comply 
with 4.13.

4.1.3 (8) In new construction, at a minimum, the requirements in
(a) and (b) below shall be satisfied independently:

    (a)    (i) At least 50% of all public entrances (excluding 
           those in (b) below) must be accessible. At least 
           one must be a ground floor entrance. Public 
           entrances are any entrances that are not loading or 
           service entrances.

           (ii) Accessible entrances must be provided in a 
           number at least equivalent to the number of exits 
           required by the applicable building/fire codes.  (This 
           paragraph does not require an increase in the total 
           number of entrances planned for a facility.)

          (iii) An accessible entrance must be provided to 
          each tenancy in a facility (for example, individual 
          stores in a strip shopping center).
 
One entrance may be considered as meeting more than one of the 
requirements in (a).  Where feasible, accessible entrances shall
be the entrances used by the majority of people visiting or working
in the building.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3304 Doors.  (a) General.  This section shall apply to 
every exit door serving an area having an occupant load of 
10 or more, or serving hazardous rooms or areas, except that 
Subsection (c), (i), (j) and (k) shall apply to all exit doors 
regardless of occupant load.  Buildings or structures used for 
human occupancy shall have at least one exterior exit door 
that meets the requirements of Subsection (f).  Doors and 
landings at doors which are located within an accessible 
route of travel shall also comply with Chapter 31.

51-20-3103 (b) 3.  Primary Entry Access.  At least 50% of 
all public entries, or a number equal to the number of exits, 
required by Section 3303 (a), whichever is greater, shall be 
accessible.  One of the accessible public entries shall be the 
primary entry to the building.  At least one accessible entry 
must be ground floor entrance.  Public entries do not 
include loading or service entries.

EXCEPTION:  In Group R. Division 1 apartment buildings only 
the primary entry need to accessible, provided that the 
primary entry provides an accessible route of  travel to all 
dwelling units required to be accessible.

51-20-3103 (b) 3.  Where a building is designed not to have 
common or primary entries, the primary entry to each 
individual dwelling unit required to be accessible, and each 
individual tenant space, shall be accessible.

51-20-3103 (b) 3... One of the accessible public entries 
shall be the primary entry to a building.  At least one 
accessible entry must be a ground floor entrance.  Public 
entries do not include loading or service entries.

Commentary

PNE  ADAAG does not allow the exception for apartment 
buildings, some of which may be used as transient lodging 
(i.e., short term condominium rentals and certain timeshare 
units).  It is recognized that the majority of condominiums and 
timeshare units will not be used as transient lodging.


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4,1.3 (8)(b) (i) In addition, if direct access is provided for
pedestrians from an enclosed parking garage to the building, at
least one direct entrance from the garage to the building must be 
accessible.

(ii) If access is provided for pedestrians from a pedestrian
tunnel or elevated walkway, one entrance to the building from each 
tunnel or walkway must be accessible.

One entrance may be considered as meeting more than one of the 
requirements in (b).

Because entrances also serve as emergency exits whose proximity 
to all parts of buildings and facilities is essential, it is
preferable that all entrances be accessible.

4.1.3 (8) (c) If the only entrance to a building, or, tenancy in
a facility, is a service entrance, that entrance shall be
accessible.

4.1.3 (8) (d) Entrances which are not accessible shall have 
directional signage complying with 4.30.1. 4.30.2, 4.30.3 and 
4.30.5, which indicates the location of the nearest accessible 
entrance.

Washington State Regulations

51-30-3103 (b) 2. . . . The accessible route of travel shall be 
the most practical direct route connecting accessible building 
entrances, accessible site facilities and the accessible site 
entrances.

51-20-3103 (b) 3. Primary Entry Access. . . .  One of the 
accessible public entries shall be the primary entry to a 
building.  At least one accessible entry must be a ground 
floor entrance.  Public entries do not include loading or 
service entries.

51-20-3103 (b) 4. A. ...At every junction along or leading 
to an exterior accessible route of travel, there shall be a sign 
displaying the International Symbol of Accessibility.  Signage 
shall indicate the direction to accessible entries and
facilities.

Commentary

NE  No specific provisions requiring accessible entrances 
from tunnels, elevated walkways, or direct access to parking 
garages.

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4.1.3 (9)* In buildings or facilities, or portions of buildings
or facilities, required to be accessible, accessible means of egress 
shall be provided in the same number as required for exits by
local building/life safety regulations.  Where a required exit from an 
occupiable level above or below a level of accessible exit 
discharge is not accessible, an area of rescue assistance shall
be provided on each such level (in a number equal to that of 
inaccessible required exits).  Areas of rescue assistance shall 
comply with 4.3.11.  A horizontal exit, meeting the requirements 
of local building/life safety regulations, shall satisfy the 
requirement for an area of rescue assistance.

EXCEPTION: Areas of rescue assistance are not required in 
buildings or facilities having a supervised automatic sprinkler 
system.

 (10)* Drinking Fountains:

  (a)Where only one drinking fountain is provided on a floor 
there shall be a drinking fountain which is accessible to individuals 
who use wheelchairs in accordance with 4.15 and one accessible 
to those who have difficulty bending or stooping.  (This can be 
accommodated by the use of a "hi-lo" fountain; by providing one 
fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one 
fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have 
difficulty bending; by providing a fountain accessible under 4.15 
and a water cooler; or by such other means as would achieve the 
require accessibility for each group on each floor.)
4.1.3 (10) (b) Where more than one drinking fountain or water
cooler is provided on a floor, 50% of those provided shall comply
with 4.15 and shall be on an accessible route.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3104 Egress and Areas for Evacuation Assistance. (a) 
General, In buildings or portions of buildings required to be 
accessible, means of egress shall be provided In the same 
number as required for exits by Chapter 33. When an exit 
required by Chapter 33 is not accessible, an area for 
evacuation assistance shall be provided.

EXCEPTION: Areas of evacuation assistance are not required
in buildings where an approved, automatic fire-extinguishing
system is installed in accordance with U.B.C. Standard No.
38-1, provided that quick-response sprinkler heads are used
where allowed by the standard; and that a written fire- and
life-safety emergency plan which specifically addresses the
evacuation of persons with disabilities is approved by the
building official and the fire chief.

Every area for evacuation assistance shall comply with the
requirements of this code and shall adjoin an accessible route
of travel which shall comply with Section 3106.

51-20-3105 (d) Other Building Components. 1. Water
Fountains. On any floor where water fountains are provided,
at least 50 percent, but in no case less than one fountain
shall be accessible complying with Section 3106 (m) and at
least one fountain shall be mounted at a standard height.
                                                  
Commentary

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4.1.3 (11) Toilet Facilities: If toilet rooms are provided, then each
public and common use toilet room shall comply with 4.22.  Other
toilet rooms provided for the use of occupants of specific spaces
(i.e., a private toilet room for the occupant of a private office)
shall be adaptable.  If bathing rooms are provided, then each
public and common use bathroom shall comply with 4.23.
Accessible toilet rooms and bathing facilities shall be on an
accessible route.

4.1.3 (12) Storage, Shelving and Display Units:

(a) if fixed or built-in storage facilities such as cabinets,
shelves,
closets, and drawers are provided in accessible spaces, at least
one of each type provided shall contain storage space complying
with 4.25.  Additional storage may be provided outside of the
dimensions required by 4.25.
(b) Shelves or display units allowing self-service by customers
in
mercantile occupancies shall be located on an accessible route
complying with 4.3.  Requirements for accessible reach range do
not apply.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3105 (b) Bathing and Toilet Facilities. 1. Bathing
Facilities.  When bathing facilities are provided, at least 2
percent but not less than 1, bathtub or shower shall be
accessible.  In dwelling units where both a bathtub and
shower are provided in the same room, only one need be
accessible.
51-20-3105 (b) 2.  Toilet Facilities.  Toilet facilities located
within accessible dwelling units, guest rooms and congregate
residences shall comply with Sections 3106 (k) and 3106
(aa).
In each toilet facility in other occupancies, at least one
wheelchair accessible toilet stall with an accessible water
closet shall be provided.  In addition, when there are 6 or
more water closets within a toilet facility, at least one other
accessible toilet stall complying with Section 3106 (k) 4, also
shall be installed.
51-20-3105 (b) 3. Lavatories, Mirrors and Towel Fixtures.
At least one accessible lavatory shall be provided within any
toilet facility.  Where mirrors, towel fixtures and other toilet
and bathroom accessories are provided, at least one of each
shall be accessible.

51-20-3106 (k) 1. General.  Bathrooms, toilet rooms,
bathing facilities and shower rooms shall be designed in
accordance with this section.  For dwelling units see also
Section 3106 (aa).

51-20-3105 (d) 6.  Storage, Shelving and Display Units.  In
other than Group R, Division 1 apartment buildings, where
fixed or built-in storage facilities such as cabinets, shelves
closets and drawers are provided in accessible spaces, at
least one of each type provided shall contain storage space
complying with Section 3106 (r).
Self-service shelves or display units in retail occupancies shall
be located on an accessible route in accordance with Section 
3103 (b) 2.

Commentary

PNE Several questions arise based on scoping language:
1. Do all "bathrooms" have to be accessible with 2%
accessible tubs or showers?
2. What about toilets not in stalls and single user toilet
rooms?

PNE  The exception limits access in apartment buildings,
some of which may be used as public accommodations/
transient lodging.



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4.1.3 (13) Controls and operating mechanisms in accessible
spaces, along accessible routes, or as parts of accessible elements
(for example, light switches and dispenser controls) shall comply
with 4.27.

4.1.3 (14) If emergency warning systems are provided, then they
shall include both audible alarms and visual alarms complying with
4.28.  Sleeping accommodations required to comply with 9.3 shall
have an alarm system complying with 4.28.  Emergency warning
systems in medical care facilities may be modified to suit standard
health care alarm design practice.

4.1.3 (15) Detectable warnings shall be provided at locations as
specified in 4.29.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3105 (d) 8.  Controls, Operating Mechanisms and
Hardware.  Controls, operating mechanisms and hardware,
including switches that control lighting and ventilation and
electrical convenience outlets, in accessible spaces, along
accessible routes, or as parts of accessible elements shall
comply with Section 3106 (c ).

51-20-3105 (d) 9.  Alarms.  Alarm systems where provided,
shall include both audible and visible alarms.  The alarm
devices shall be located in all sleeping accommodations and
common-use areas including toilet rooms and bathing
facilities, hallways, and lobbies.

EXCEPTIONS: 1.  Alarm systems in Group 1, Division 1.1 and
1.2 Occupancies may be modified to suit standard health
care design practice.
2.  Visible alarms are not required in Group R, Division 1
apartment buildings.

51-20-3106 (d) 5.B Detectable Warnings.  Curb ramps
shall have detectable warnings complying with Section 3106
(g) Detectable warnings halls extend the full width and
depth of the curb ramp.

51-20-3106 (d) 9.  Vehicular Areas.  Where an accessible
route of travel crosses of adjoins a vehicular way, and where
there are no curbs, railings or other elements, detectable by a
person who has a severe vision impairment, separating the
pedestrian and vehicular areas, the boundary between the
areas shall be defined by a continuous detectable warning not
less than 36 inches wide, complying with Section 3106 (g).

Commentary

PNE  The exception for apartment buildings would apply to
some facilities that are used as transient lodging.

PNE  Both of these sections appear to reference 3106 (g)
which is floor coverings and surface treatments.  Detectable
warnings as "truncated domes" is 3106 (q).




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4.1.3. (13) Building Signage:

(a) Signs which designate permanent rooms and spaces shall
comply with 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5 and 4.30.6.
(b) Other signs which provide direction to or information about
functional spaces of the building shall comply with 4.30.1,
4.30.2, 4.30.3, and 4.30.5.

EXCEPTION: Building directories, menus, and all other signs
which are temporary are not required to comply.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3103 (b) 4. B.  Other Signs.  Where provided,
permanent signs which identify rooms and spaces shall
comply with Section 3106 (p) 2, 3, and 5.  Where provided,
other signs which provide direction to or information about
the building or portion of a building shall comply with Section
3106 (p) 3 and 4.

EXCEPTION:  Building directories and all temporary signs. . . .

Commentary




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4.1.3 (17) Public Telephones:

   (a) If public pay telephones, public closed circuit telephones, or 
other public telephones are provided, then they shall comply with
4.31.2 through 3.31.8 to the extent required by the following
table:

Number of each type of           Number of telephones 
telephone provided on            required to comply with
each floor                       4.31.2 through 4.31.8 1

1 or more single unit            1 per floor
1 bank2                          1 per floor
2 or more banks2       1 per bank.  Accessible unit may be
installed as a
                       single unit in proximity (either visible
or with signage)
                       to the bank.  At least one public
telephone per floor
                       shall meet the requirements for a forward
reach
                       telephone3.

1 Additional public telephones may be installed at any height.
Unless otherwise specified, accessible telephones may be either
forward or side reach telephones.

2 A bank consists of two or more adjacent public telephones, often
installed as a unit.

3 EXCEPTION:  For exterior installations only, if dial tone first service is
available, then a side reach telephone may be installed I
instead of the required forward reach telephone (i.e., one
telephone in proximity to each bank shall comply with 4.31).

4.1.3 (17) (b)* All telephones required to be accessible and
complying with 4.31.2. through 4.31.8 shall be equipped with a
volume control.  In addition, 25 percent, but never less than one,
of all other public telephones provided shall be equipped with a
volume control and shall be dispersed among all types of public telephones,
including closed circuit telephones, through out the building or facility. 
Signage complying with applicable provisions
of 4.30.7 shall be provided.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3105 (d) 2.  Telephones.  On any floor where public
telephones are provided at least one telephone shall be
accessible.  On any floor where 2 or more banks of multiple
telephones are provided, at least one telephone in each bank
shall be accessible and at lease one telephone per floor shall
be designed to allow forward reach complying with Section 
3106 . . .

51-20-3105 (d) 2. . . . All accessible telephones and at least
25 percent of all other public telephones, but in no case less
than one, shall be provided with volume controls in
accordance with Section 3106 (n) and shall be dispersed
among the public telephones provided in the building.

Commentary

PNE There is a question as to use of the term "public" by
WSR.  Does it include closed circuit phones?




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4.1.3 (17)( C) The following shall be provided in accordance with
4.31.9:

(i) if a total number of four or more public pay telephones
(including both interior and exterior phones) is provided at a site,
and at least one is in an interior location, then at least one interior
public text telephone shall be provided.

(ii) if an interior public pay telephone is provided in a stadium or
arena, in a convention center, in a hotel with a convention center,
or in a covered mall, at least one interior public text telephone
shall be provided in the facility.

(iii) if a public pay telephone is located in or adjacent to a hospital
emergency room, hospital recovery room, or hospital waiting
room, one public text telephone shall be provided at each such
location.

4.1.3 (17)(d) Where a bank of telephones in the interior of a
building consists of three or more public pay telephones, at least
one public pay telephone in each such bank shall be equipped with
a shelf and outlet in compliance with 4.31.9 (2).

4.1.3 (18) If fixed or built-in seating or tables (including, but not
limited to, study carrels and student laboratory stations), are
provided in accessible public or common use areas, at least five
percent (5%) but not less than one, of the fixed or built-in seating
areas or tables shall comply with 4.32.  An accessible route shall
lead to and through such fixed or built-in seating areas, or
tables.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3105 (d) 2. . . . Where four or more public pay
telephones are provided at a building site, and at least one is
in an interior location, at least one interior telephone shall be
a text telephone in accordance with Section 3106 (n).

51-20-31-5 (d) 32. . . . Where interior public pay phones are
provided in transportation facilities; assembly and similar
areas including stadiums and arenas, convention centers,
hotels with convention facilities or covered malls; or adjacent
to hospital emergency, recovery, or waiting rooms; at least
one interior text telephone shall be provided.

51-20-3105 (d) 2. . . . Where any bank of public telephones
consists of 1 or more telephones, at lease one telephone in
each bank shall be equipped with a shelf and an electrical
outlet complying with 3106 (n) 7.

51-20-3105 (d) 5.  Fixed or Built-in Seating or Tables.  Where
fixed or built-in seating or tables are provided at least 5
percent, but no fewer than two, shall be accessible.
Accessible fixed or built-in seating or tables shall comply with
Section 3106 (s).  In eating and drinking establishments,
such seating or tables shall be distributed throughout the
facility.

Commentary





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4.1.3 (19)* Assembly areas:

(a) In places of assembly with fixed seating accessible
wheelchair
locations shall comply with 4.33.2, 4.33.3, and 4.33.4 and shall
be provided consistent with the following table:

Capacity of Seating      Number of Required Wheel chair
in Assembly Areas        Locations

4 to 25                          1
26 to 50                         2
51 to 300                        4
301 to 500                       6
over 500                  6, plus 1 additional space for each
total seating 
                          capacity increase of 100
In addition, one percent, but not less than one, of all fixed seats
shall be aisle seats with no armrests on the aisle side, or
removable or folding armrests on the aisle side.  Each such seat
shall be identified by a sign or marker.  Signage notifying patrons
of the availability of such seats shall be posted at the ticket office.
Aisle seats are not required to comply with 4.33.4.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3103 (a) 2. A. . . . Stadiums, theaters, auditoriums
and similar occupancies shall provide wheelchair spaces in
accordance with Table No. 31-A.  Removable seats shall be
permitted in the wheelchair spaces.

In addition, one percent, but not less than one, of all fixed
seats shall be aisle seats with no armrests, or removable or
folding armrests on the aisle side.  Each such seat shall be
identified by a sign complying with Section 3106 (p) 1.A.

             Table 31-A

Capacity of Seating     Number of Required
In Assembly Areas       Wheelchair Spaces

4 to 25                       1
26 to 50                      2
51 to 300                     4
301 to 500                    6
over 500               6, plus 1 for each 100 over 500


51-20-3103 (b) 4. B. . . .  In assembly areas, a sign notifying
the general public of the availability of accessible seating and
assistive listening systems shall be provided at ticket offices
or similar locations.

Commentary




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4.1.3 (19) (b) This paragraph applies to assembly areas where
audible communications are integral to the use of the space (e.g.,
concert and lecture halls, playhouses and movie theaters, meeting
rooms, etc.). Such assembly areas, if (1) they accommodate at
least 50 persons, or if they have audio-amplification systems, and
(2) they have fixed seating, shall have a permanently installed
assistive listening system complying with 4.33.  For other
assembly areas, a permanently installed assistive listening system,
or an adequate number of electrical outlets or other supplementary
wiring necessary to support a portable assistive listening system
shall be provided.  The minimum number of receivers to be
provided shall be equal to 4 percent of the total number of seats,
but in no case less than two.  Signage complying with applicable
provisions of 4.30 shall be installed to notify patrons of the
availability of a listening system.

4.1.3 (20) Where automated teller machines (ATMs) are
provided, each ATM shall comply with the requirements of 4.34
except where two or more are provided at a location, then only
one must comply.

EXCEPTION: Drive-up-only automated teller machines are not
required to comply with 4.27.2, 4.27.3 and 4.34.3.

4.1.3 (21) Where dressing and fitting rooms are provided for use
by the general public, patients customers or employees, 5
percent, but never less than one, of dressing rooms for each type
of use in each cluster of dressing rooms shall be accessible and
shall comply with 4.35.

Examples of types of dressing rooms are those serving different
genders or distinct and different functions as in different treatment
or examination facilities.

4.1.4 (Reserved).

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3103 (a) 2.B.  Assistive Listening Devices.  Assistive
listening systems complying with Section 3106 (u) 3 shall be
installed in assembly areas where audible communications are
integral to the use of the space including stadiums, theaters,
auditoriums, lecture halls, and similar areas; where fixed
seats are provided; as follows;

1. Areas with an occupant load of 50 or more.
2. Areas where an audio-amplification system is installed.
Receivers for assistive-listening devices shall be provided at a
rate of 4 percent of the total number of seats, but in no case
fewer than two devices.  In other assembly areas, where
permanently installed assistive-listening systems are not
provided, electrical outlets shall be provided at a rate of not
less than 4 percent of the total occupant load.
Signage complying with Section 3106 (p) shall be installed to
notify patrons of the availability of the listening system.

51-20-3105 (d) 7. A. Customer Service Facilities.  A.
Dressing and Fitting Rooms.  Where dressing or fitting rooms
are provided for use by the general public, patients,
customers or employees, 5 percent, but not less than one in
each group of rooms serving distinct and different functions
shall be accessible in accordance with Section 3106 (x).

Commentary

PNE The definition of assembly area applies to spaces of 50
or more capacity.  Also, electrical outlets are needed for the
transmitting device not he receiver.

NE





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4.1.5 Accessible Buildings:  Additions.  Each addition to an
existing
building or facility shall be regarded as an alteration.  Each
space or element added to the existing building or facility shall
comply with the applicable provisions of 4.1.1 to 4.1.3, Minimum
Requirements (for New Construction) and the applicable technical
specifications of 4.2 through 4.35 and Section 5 through 10.
Each addition that affects or could affect the usability of an
area containing a primary function shall comply with 4.1.6(2).

Washington State Regulations

51-23105 (d) 4.  Swimming Pools.  Where common or public
sue swimming pools, hot tubs, spas and similar facilities are
provided, they shall be accessible.  Swimming pools shall be
accessible by transfer tier, hydraulic chair, ramp or other
means.  Hot tubs and spas shall be accessible only to the
edge of the facility.

51-20-3111 Additions.  New additions may be made to
existing buildings without making the entire building comply,
provided the new additions conform to the provisions of Part
II of this chapter except as follows:
1. Entries.  Where a new addition to a building or facility
does not have an accessible entry, at least one entry in the
existing building or facility shall be accessible.
2. Accessible Route. Where the only accessible entry to the
addition is located in the existing building or facility, at
least
one accessible route of travel shall be provided through the
existing building or facility to all rooms, elements and spaces
in the new addition which are required to be accessible.
3. Toilet and Bathing Facilities.  Where there are no toilet
rooms and bathing facilities in an addition and these facilities
are provided in the existing building, then at least one toilet
and bathing facility in the existing facility shall comply
with Section 3106 or with Section 3112 (c) 5.
4. Group I Occupancies.  Where patient rooms are added to
an existing Group I Occupancy, a percentage of the additional
rooms equal to the requirement of Section 3103 (a) 6., but in
no case more than the total number of rooms required by
Section 3103 (a) 6.  Shall comply with Section 3106 (w).
where toilet or bath facilities are part of the accessible
rooms, they shall comply with Section 3106 (k).
5. Group R, Division 1 Apartment Buildings.  Additions of 3
or fewer dwelling units in Group R, Division 1 apartment
buildings need not comply with Part I of this chapter.
where an addition affects the access to or use of an area of
primary function, to the maximum extent feasible, the path of
travel to the area of primary function shall be made
accessible.

Commentary

PNE A problem exists with the exemption for apartment
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4.1.6 Accessible Building: Alterations.
(1)General.  Alterations to existing buildings and facilities
shall comply with the following;

(1) (a) No alteration shall be undertaken which decreases or has
the effect of decreasing accessibility or usability of a building
or facility below the requirements for new construction at the time
of alteration.

(1) (b) If existing elements, spaces, or common areas are
altered, then each such altered element, space, feature, or area shall
comply with the applicable provisions of 4.1.1 to 4.1.3 Minimum
Requirements (for New Construction).  If the applicable provision
for new construction requires that an element, space, or common
area be on an accessible route, the altered element, space, or
common area is not required to be on an accessible route except
as provided in 4.1.6(2) (Alterations to an Area Containing a
Primary Function).

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3110 Alteration is any change, addition or
modification in construction or occupancy.

51-20-3112 Alterations.  (a) General. 1. Compliance
alterations to existing buildings or facilities shall comply with
this Section.  NO alteration shall reduce or have the effect of
reducing accessibility or usability of a building, portion of a
building or facility.  If compliance with this section is
technically infeasible, the alteration shall provide
accessibility
to the maximum extent feasible.  51-20-3112 (a) 1.
EXCEPTION: Except when substantial as defined by Section
3110, alterations to Group R, Division 1 apartment buildings
need not comply with this section.

51-20-0104 Application to Existing Buildings and Structures.
(a) General. Buildings and structures to which additions,
alterations or repairs are made shall comply with all the
requirements of this code for new facilities except as
specifically provided in this section.  See Section 1210 for
provisions requiring installation of smoke detectors in existing
Group R, Division 3 Occupancies.

(b) Additions, Alterations or Repairs.  Additions, alterations
or repairs may be made to any building or structure without
requiring the existing building or structure to comply with all
the requirements to this code, provided the addition,
alteration or repair conforms to that required for a new
building or structure.  Additions or alterations shall not be
made to an existing building or structure which will cause the
existing building or structure to be in violation of any of the
provisions of this code nor shall such additions or alterations
cause the existing building or structure to become unsafe . . .

(c) Any change in the use or occupancy of any existing
building or structure shall comply with the provisions of
Section 308 and 502 of this code.
For existing buildings, see Appendix Chapter 1.

Commentary

PNE  The exemption to alteration requirements for
apartments may be used by entities which operate certain
types of transient lodging (i.e., short term rental
condominiums and certain timeshare units).



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4.1.6, Continued.

(1) (c) If alterations of single elements, when considered
together, amount to an alteration of a room or space in a building or
facility, the entire space shall be made accessible.

(d) No alteration of an existing element, space, or area of a
building or facility shall impose a requirement for greater
accessibility than that which would be required for new
construction.  For example, if the elevators and stairs in a
building are being altered and the elevators are in turn, being made
accessible, then no accessibility modifications are required to
the stairs connecting levels connected by the elevator.  If stair
modifications to correct unsafe conditions are required by other
codes, the modification shall be done in compliance with these
guidelines unless technically infeasible.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3112 (a) 2.  Existing Elements.  If existing elements,
spaces, essential features or common areas are altered, each
such altered element, space feature or area shall comply with
the applicable provisions of Part II of this Chapter.  Where an
extent feasible, the path of travel to the altered area shall be
made accessible.  See also Appendix Chapter 31 Division II.
EXCEPTION 1.  Accessible route of travel need not be
Provided to altered elements, spaces or common areas which
Are not areas of primary functions.

51-20-3112 (a) 4.  Other Requirements.  A. Where
alterations of single elements, when considered together,
amount to an alteration of a room or space in a building or
facility, the entire area or space shall be accessible.

51-20-3112 (b) Substantial Alterations.  Where substantial
alteration as defined in  3110 occurs to a building or
facility, the entire building or facility shall comply with Part
II of this code.

51-20-3112 (a) 4.B. No alteration of an existing element,
space or area of a building shall impose a requirement for
greater accessibility than that which would be required for
new construction.

51-20-3112 (c) 3. . . .  When an accessible elevator is
provided, existing stairs need not be made accessible.

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4.1.6 (1) (e) At least one interior public text telephone
complying
with 4.31.9 shall be provided if:

(i) alterations to existing buildings or facilities with less than four
exterior or interior public pay telephones would increase the total
number to four or more telephones with at least one in an interior
location; or

(ii) alterations to one or more exterior or interior public pay
telephones occur in an existing building or facility with four or
more public telephones with at least one in an interior location.

4.1.6 (1) (f) If an escalator or stair is planned or installed
where none existed previously and major structural modifications are
necessary for such installation, then a means of accessible
vertical access hall be provided that complies with the applicable
provisions of 4.7, 4.8, 4.10, or 4.11.

4.1.6 (1) (g) In alterations, the requirements of 4.1.3(9),
4.3.10 and 4.3.11 do not apply.

4.1.6 (1) (h)* Entrances:  If a planned alteration entails
alterations to an entrance, and the building ahs an accessible entrance, the
entrance being altered is not required to comply with 4.1.3(8),
except to the extent required by 4.1.6(2).  If a particular
entrance is not made accessible, appropriate accessible signage indicating
the location of the nearest accessible entrance (s) shall be
installed at or near the inaccessible entrance, such that a person with
disabilities will not be required to retrace the approach route
from the inaccessible entrance.

4.1.6 (1) (I) If the alteration work is limited solely to the
electrical, mechanical, or plumbing system, or to hazardous material
abatement, or automatic sprinkler retrofitting, and does not
involve the alteration of any elements or spaces required to be
accessible under these guidelines, then 4.1.6 (2) does not apply.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3112 (a) 4. D. Where alterations would increase the
number of public pay phones to four, with at least one on the
interior; or where the existing facility ahs four or more public
pay phones and one or more is altered; at least one interior
text telephone shall be provided in accordance with Section
3106 (n).

51-20-3112 (a) 3.  Installation of Stairs or Escalators.  Where
an escalator or new stairway is planned or installed requiring
major structural changes, then a means of vertical
transportation (e.g., elevator, platform lift) shall be provided
in accordance with this chapter.

51-20-3112 (a) 4.E. Where a building ahs an accessible
entry, altered entries need not be made accessible unless
they provide access to areas of primary function.

51-20-3112 (a) 4.C. Where the alteration work is limited
solely to the electrical, mechanical or plumbing system or
hazardous materials removal, and does not involve the
alteration, structural or otherwise, of any elements and
spaces required to be accessible under these standards,
Chapter 31 does not apply.

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4.1.6 (1) (j) EXCEPTION:  In alteration work, if compliance with
4.1.6 is technically infeasible, the alteration shall provide
accessibility to the maximum extent feasible.  Any elements or
features of the building or facility that are being altered and
can be made accessible shall be made accessible within the scope of the
alteration.

    Technically Infeasible.  Means, with respect to an alteration
of a building or a facility, that it ahs little likelihood of being
accomplished because existing structural conditions would require
removing or altering a load-bearing member which is an essential
part of the structural frame; or because other existing physical or
site constraints prohibit modification or addition of elements,
spaces, or features which are in full and strict compliance with the
minimum requirements for new construction and which are
necessary to provide accessibility.

4.1.6 (1) (k) EXCEPTION"

(i) These guidelines do not require the installation of an
elevator in an altered facility that is less than three stories or has
less than 3,000 square feet per story unless the building is a
shopping center, a shopping mall, the professional office of a
health care provider, or another type of facility as determined by
the Attorney General.

(ii) The exemption provided in paragraph (I) does not obviate or
limit in any way the obligation to comply with the other
accessibility requirements established in these guidelines.  For
example, alterations to floors above or below the ground floor
must be accessible regardless of whether the altered facility has
an elevator.  If a facility subject to the elevator exemption set
forth in paragraph (I) nonetheless has a full passenger elevator,
that elevator shall meet, to the maximum extent feasible, the
accessibility requirements of these guidelines.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3112 Alterations. (a) General. 1. Compliance.
Alterations to existing buildings or facilities shall comply with
this section.  No alteration shall reduce or have the effect of
reducing accessibility or usability of a building, portion of a
building or facility.  If compliance with this section is
technically infeasible, the alteration shall provide
accessibility to the maximum extent feasible.

51-20-3110 Technically Infeasible means that an alteration
has little likelihood of being accomplished because existing
structural conditions would require removing or altering a
load-bearing member or because site constraints prohibit
modification or addition of elements, spaces or features
necessary to provide accessibility.

51-20-3112 (a) 4.B.  No alteration of an existing element,
space or area of a building shall impose a requirement for
greater accessibility than that which would be required for
new construction.

Commentary

NE No equivalent provision.  Section 51-30-3103 (a) 1
allows floors of more than 3000 square feet above and
below accessible floors to be constructed without access
features.




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4.1.6 (2) Alterations to an Area Containing a Primary Function: In addition to
the requirements of 4.1.6(1), an alteration that affects or could affect the
usability of or access to an area containing a primary function shall be made
so as to ensure that, to the maximum extent feasible, the path of travel to
the altered area and the restrooms, telephones, and drinking fountains serving
the altered area, are readily accessible to and usable by individuals with
disabilities, unless such alterations are disproportionate to the overall
alterations in terms of cost and scope (as determined under criteria
established by the Attorney General).  (See Section 36.403)

4.1.6 (3) Special Technical Provisions for Alterations to
Existing Buildings and Facilities:

  (a) Ramps: Curb ramps and interior or exterior ramps to be
constructed on sites or in existing buildings or facilities where
space limitations prohibit the use of a 1:12 slope or less may
have slopes and rises as follows:

(i) A slope between 1:10 and 1:12 is allowed for a maximum
rise of 6 inches.

(ii) A slope between 1:8 and 1:10 is allowed for a maximum
rise of 3 inches.  A slope steeper than 1:8 is not allowed.

4.1.6 (3) (b) Stairs: Full extension of handrails at stairs shall not be
required in alterations where such extensions would be hazardous or impossible
due to plan configuration.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3112 (a) 2. Existing Elements.  If existing elements,
spaces, essential features or common areas are altered, each
such altered element, space feature or area shall comply with
the applicable provisions of Part II of this chapter.  Where an
alteration is to an area of primary function, to the maximum
extent feasible, the path of travel to the altered area shall be
made accessible.  See Also Appendix Chapter 31, Division II.
EXCEPTIONS:  1. Accessible route of travel need not be
provided to altered elements, spaces or common areas which
are not areas of primary function.
2. Areas of evacuation assistance need not be added to an
altered building.

51-20-3114 (a) 2.
EXCEPTION:  The path of travel need not be made accessible
if the cost of compliance with this part would exceed 20% of
the total project cost, inclusive of the cost of eliminating
barriers, within a 36 month period.

51-20-3112 (c) Modifications.  1. General. The following
modifications set forth in this section may be used for
compliance where the required standard is technically
infeasible or when providing access to historic buildings.

51-20-3112 (c) 2. Ramps.  Curb ramps and ramps
constructed on existing sites, or in existing buildings or
facilities, may have slopes and rises as specified for existing
facilities in Chapter 31, where space limitations prohibit the
use of 1 vertical in 12 horizontal slope or less provided that:
A. A slope of not greater than 1 vertical in 10 horizontal is
allowed for a maximum rise of 6 inches.
B. A slope of not greater than 1 vertical in 8 horizontal is
Allowed for a maximum rise of 3 inches.
C. Slopes greater than 1 vertical in 8 horizontal are
prohibited.

51-20-3112 (c) 3. Stairs.  Full extension for stair handrails is
not required when such extension would be hazardous or
impossible due to plan configuration.  When an accessible
elevator is provided, existing stairs need not be made
accessible.

Commentary

NE Path of travel definition includes restrooms, telephones,
and water fountains serving altered area (see ADAAG 3.5
Definitions).  However, the disproportionality formula is not
equivalent because it includes barrier removal costs for a 36
month period.  Reference to appendix is to readily achievable
barrier removal provisions which do not count as part of the
path of travel expenditure under the ADA.




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4.1.6 (3) (c) Elevators:

(i) If safety door edges are provided in existing automatic
elevators, automatic door reopening devices may be omitted (see
4.10.6).
(ii) Where existing shaft configuration or technical infeasibility prohibits
strict compliance with 4.10.9, the minimum car plan prohibits strict
compliance with 4.10.9, the minimum car plan dimensions may be reduced by the
minimum amount necessary, but in no case shall the inside care area be smaller
than 48 in by 48 in.
(iii) Equivalent facilitation may be provided with an elevator car of
different dimensions when usability can be demonstrated and when all other
elements required to be accessible comply with the applicable provisions of
4.10.  For example, an elevator of 47 in by 69 in (1195 mm by 1755 mm) with a
door opening on the narrow dimension, could accommodate the standard
wheelchair clearances shown in Figure 4.

Fig. 4 Minimum clear Floor Space for Wheelchairs.

     Fig. 4(d) Clear Floor Space in Alcoves.  For a front approach, where the
depth of the alcove is equal to or less than 24 inches (610 mm), the required
clear floor space is 30 inches by 48 inches (760 mm by 1220 mm).
     For a side approach where the depth of the alcove is equal to or less
than 15 inches (380 mm), the required clear floor space is 30 inches by 48
inches (760 mm by 1220 mm).

     Fig. 4(e) Additional Maneuvering Clearances for Alcoves.
For a front approach, if the depth of the alcove is greater than 24 inches
(610 mm), then in addition to the 30 inch (760 mm) width, a maneuvering
clearance of 6 inches (150 mm) in width is required.

     For a side approach, where the depth of the alcove is
greater than 15 inches (380 mm), then in addition to the 48 inch
(1220 mm) length, an additional maneuvering clearance of 12
inches in length (305 mm) is required.

Washington Sate Regulations

51-20-3112 (c) 4. Elevators shall comply with
Chapter 296-81, Washington Administrative Code.

Commentary

NE Design requirements not available for review.




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4.1.6 (3) (d) Doors:

(i) Where it is technically infeasible to comply with clear opening width
requirements of 4.13.5, a projection of 5/8 in maximum will be permitted for
the latch side stop.

4.1.6 (3) (d) (ii) If existing thresholds are _ in high or less, and have (or
are modified to have) a beveled edge on each side, they may remain.

4.1.6 (3) (e) Toilet Rooms:

(i) Where it is technically infeasible to comply with 4.22 or 4.23, the
installation of at least one unisex toilet/bathroom per floor, located in the
same area as existing toile t facilities, will be permitted in lieu of
modifying existing toilet facilities to be accessible.  Each unisex toilet
room shall contain one water closet complying with 4.16 and one lavatory
complying with 4.19, and the door shall have a privacy latch.

(ii) Where it is technically infeasible to install a required standard stall
(Fig. 30(a))< or where other codes prohibit reduction of the fixture count
(i.e., removal of a water closet in order to create a double-wide stall),
either alternate stall (Fig.30(b)) may be provided in lieu of the standard
stall.

     Fig. 30(a) Standard Stall.  The location of the door is illustrated to be
in front of the clear space (next to the water closet), with 3 maximum stile
width of 4 inches (100 mm).  An alternate door location is illustrated to be
on the side of the toilet stall with a maximum stile width of 4 inches (100
mm).  The minimum width of the standard stall shall be 60 inches (1525 mm). 
The centerline of the water closet shall be 18 inches (455 mm) from the side
wall.

Washington State Regulations

50-20-3112 (c) 6. Doors. A. Clearance.  When existing
elements prohibit strict compliance with the clearance
requirements, a projection of 5/8 inch maximum is permitted
for the latch side door stop.

51-20-3112 (c) 6. B. Thresholds.  Existing thresholds
measuring _ inch high or less which are modified to provide
a beveled edge on each side, may be retained.

51-20-3112 (c) 7. Toilet Rooms. A. Shared Facilities.  The
addition of one unisex toilet facility accessible to all
occupants on the floor may be provided in lieu of making
existing toilet facilities accessible when it is technically
infeasible to comply with either part of Chapter 31.
B. Number.  The number of toilet facilities and water closets
Required by the Uniform Plumbing Code may be reduced by
One, in order to provide accessible features.

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Fig. 30(a-1).  If a standard stall is provided at the end of a row of stalls,
the door (if located on the side of the stall) may swing into to the stall, if
the length of the stall is extended at least a minimum of 36 inches (915 mm)
beyond the required minimum length.

Fig. 30(b) Alternate Stalls.  Two alternate stalls are illustrated; one
alternate stall is required to be 36 inches (915 mm) in width.  The other
alternate stall is required to be a minimum of 48 inches (1220 mm) in width. 
If a wall mounted water closet is used, the depth of the stall is required to
be a minimum of 66 inches (1675 mm).  If a floor mounted water closet is used,
the depth of the stall is required to be a minimum of 69 inches (1745 mm). 
The 36 inch wide stall shall have parallel grab bars on the side walls.  The
48 inch minimum stall shall have a grab bar behind the water closet and one on
the side wall next to the water closet.  In each alternate, the centerline of
the water closet is 18 inches (455 mm) from a side wall.

(iii) When existing toilet or bathing facilities are being altered and are not
made accessible, signage complying with 4.30.1,4.30.2, 4.30.3,4.30.5, and 4.30.7
shall be provided indicating the location of the nearest accessible toilet or
bathing facility within the facility.

4.16.6 (3) (f) Assembly Areas:

(i) Where it is technically infeasible to disperse accessible seating throughout
an altered assembly area, accessible seating areas may be clustered.  Each
accessible seating area shall have provisions for companion seating and shall be
located on an accessible route
that also serves as a means of emergency egress.

(ii) Where it is technically infeasible to alter all performing
areas to
be on an accessible route, at least one of each type of
performing
area shall be made accessible.

Washington State Regulations

See above.

51-20-3112 (c) 8.  Assembly Areas.  Seating shall adjoin an
accessible route of travel that also serves as a means of
emergency egress or route to an area for evacuation
assistance.

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4.1.6 (3) (g) Platform Lifts (Wheelchair Lifts):  In alterations, platform lifts
(wheelchair lifts) complying with 4.11 and applicable state or local codes may be
used as part of an accessible route. The use of lifts is not limited to the four
conditions in exception 4 of 4.1.3(5).

(h) Dressing Rooms:  In alterations where technical
infeasibility can be demonstrated, one dressing room for each sex
on each level shall be made accessible.  Where only unisex
dressing rooms are provided, accessible unisex dressing rooms
may be used to fulfil this requirement.

4.1.7 Accessible Buildings: Historic Preservation.

(1) Applicability:

(a) General Rule. Alterations to a qualified historic building or facility shall
comply with 4.1.6 Accessible Buildings: Alterations, the applicable technical
specifications of 4.2 through 4.35 and the applicable special application section
5 through 10 unless it is determined in accordance with the procedures in
4.1.7(2) that compliance with the requirements for accessible routes (exterior
and interior), ramps, entrances, or toilets would threaten or destroy the
historic significance of the building or facility in which case the alternative
requirements in 4.1.7 (3) may be used for the feature.

4.1.8 (1) EXCEPTION: (Reserved).

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3112 (c) 5. Platform Lifts.  Upon the approval of the building official,
platform lifts may be used in lieu of elevators in alterations, in locations in
addition to those permitted in Part II of this chapter, if installation of an
elevator is technically infeasible. Platform lifts shall comply with chapter
296-81 WAC.

51-20-3112 (c) 9. Dressing Rooms. Where it is technically
infeasible to meet the requirements of Part I of this chapter,
one dressing room for each sex, or a unisex dressing room,
on each level shall be accessible.

51-20-3113 Historic Preservation (a) General.  Generally,
the accessibility provisions of this part shall be applied to
historic buildings and facilities as defined in Section 104 (f)
of
this code.  The building official, after consultation with the
appropriate historic preservation officer, shall determine
whether provisions required by this part for accessible routes
of travel (interior or exterior), ramps, entrances, toilets,
parking or signage would threaten or destroy the historic
significance of the building or facility.

If it is determined that any of the accessibility requirements
listed above would threaten or destroy the historic
significance of a building or facility, the modifications of
Section 3112 (c) for that feature may be utilized.

Commentary

PNE WSR's process differs from ADAAG.  WSR does not
address facilities subject to the National Historic Preservation
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4.1.7 (1) (b) Definition. A qualified historic building or
facility is a
building or facility that is:

(i) Listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of
Historic Places; or

(ii) Designated as historic under an appropriate State or local
law.

4.1.7 (2) Procedures: (a) Alterations to Qualified Historic
buildings and Facilities Subject to Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act:

4.1.7 (2) (a) (i) Section 106 Process.  Section 106 of the
National Historic Preservation Act (16 U.S.C. 470 f) requires that a
Federal agency with jurisdiction over a Federal, federally assisted, or
federally licensed undertaking consider the effects of the
agency's undertaking on buildings an facilities listed in or eligible for
listing in the National Register of Historic Places and give the Advisory
Council on Historic Preservation a reasonable opportunity to
comment on the undertaking prior to approval of the undertaking.

4.1.7 (2) (a) (ii) ADA Application.  Where alterations are
undertaken to a qualified historic building or facility that is
subject to section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, the
Federal agency with jurisdiction over the undertaking shall
follow the section 106 process.  If the State Historic Preservation
Officer or Advisory Council on Historic Preservation agrees that
compliance with the requirements for accessible routes (exterior
and interior), ramps, entrances, or toilets would threaten or
destroy the historic significance of the building or facility,
the alternative requirements in 4.1.7(3) may be used for the feature.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-0104 (f) Historic Buildings. Repairs, alterations and
additions necessary for the preservation, restoration,
rehabilitation or continued use of a building or structure may
be made without conformance to all the requirements of this
code when authorized by the building official, provided:
1. The building or structure ahs been designated by official
Action of the legally constituted authority of this jurisdiction
As having special historical or architectural significance.
2. Any unsafe conditions as described in this code are
corrected.
3. The restored building or structure will be no more
hazardous based on life safety, fire safety and sanitation than
the existing building.

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4.1.7 (2) (b) Alterations to Qualified Historic Buildings and Facilities Not
Subject to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.  Where
alterations are undertaken to a qualified historic building or facility that is
not subject to section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, if the
entity undertaking the alterations believes that compliance with the requirements
for accessible routes (exterior and interior), ramps, entrances, or toilets would
threaten or destroy the historic significance of the building or facility and
that the alternative requirements in 4.1.7(3) should be used for the feature, the
entity should consult with the Sate Historic Preservation Officer.  If the State
Historic Preservation Office agrees that compliance with the accessibility
requirements for accessible routes (exterior and interior), ramps, entrances or
toilets would threaten or destroy the historical significance of the building or
facility, the alternative requirements in 4.1.7(3) may be used.

4.1.7 (2) (c) Consultation With Interested Persons.  Interested
persons should be invited to participate in the consultation process, including
State or local accessibility officials, individuals with disabilities, and
organizations representing individuals with disabilities.

4.1.7 (2) (d) Certified Local Government Historic Preservation
Programs.  Where the State Historic Preservation Officer has
delegated the consultation responsibility for purposes of this
section to a local government historic preservation program that
has been certified in accordance with section 101(c) of the
National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (16 U.S.C. 470A (c))
and implementing regulations (36 CFR 61.5), the responsibility
may be carried out by the appropriate local government body or
official.

Washington Sate Regulations

51-20-3113 (a) . . .  The building official, after consultation
with the appropriate historic preservation officer, shall
determine whether provisions required by this part for
accessible routes of travel (interior or exterior), ramps,
entrances, toilets, parking or signage would threaten or
destroy the historic significance of the building or facility.

If it is determined that any of the accessibility requirements
listed above would threaten or destroy the historic
significance of a building or facility, the modifications of
Section 3112 (c) for that feature may be utilized.

Commentary

PNE Without the use of the process provided in ADAAG,
the building official would have greater authority and
discretion.  ADAAG 4.1.7(2)(a)(ii) allows one of two
designated entities (State historic Preservation Officer or
Advisory Council), not the code official to make the
determination.  However, on the other had, the building
official could be less sensitive to historical issues or historic
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4.1.11 (3) Historic Preservation: Minimum Requirements:

     (a) At least one accessible route complying with 4.3 from a
site access point to an accessible entrance shall be provided.

EXCEPTION: A ramp with a slope no greater than 1:6 for a run not
to exceed 2 ft (610 mm) may be used as part of an accessible
route to an entrance.

4.1.7 (3) (b) At least one accessible entrance complying with
4.14
which is used by the public shall be provided.

EXCEPTION:  If it is determined that no entrance used by the
public 
can comply with 4.14, then access at any entrance not used by
the general public but open (unlocked) with directional signage
at
the primary entrance may be used.  The accessible entrance shall
also have a notification system.  Where security is a problem,
remote monitoring may be used.

4.1.7 (3) (c) If toilets are provided, then at least one toilet
facility
complying with 4.22 and 4.1.6 shall be provided along an
accessible route that
complies with 4.3.  Such toilet facility may
be unisex in design.

Washington Sate Regulations

51-20-3113 (b) Special Provisions.  Where removing
architectural barriers or providing accessibility would threaten
or destroy the historic significance of a building or facility,
the following special provisions may be used; 51-20-3113 (b)
1. At least one accessible route from a site access point to
an accessible route shall be provided.

51-20-3112 (c) Modifications. 1. General. The following
modifications set forth in this section may be used for
compliance where the required standard is technically
infeasible or when providing access to historic buildings

51-20-3112 (c) 2. Ramps. Curb ramps and ramps
constructed on existing sites, or in existing buildings or
facilities, may have slopes and rises as specified for existing
facilities in Chapter 31, where space limitation prohibit the
use of 1 vertical in 12 horizontal slope or less provided that:
A. A slope of not greater than 1 vertical in 10 horizontal is
allowed for a maximum rise of 3 inches.
B. slope not greater than 1 vertical in 8 horizontal is
Allowed for a maximum rise of 3 inches.
C. Slopes greater than 1 vertical in 8 horizontal are
Prohibited.

51-20-3113 (b) 2. At least one accessible entry which is
used by the public shall be provided.

51-20-3113 (b) 2. EXCEPTION: Where it is determined by
the building official that no entrance used by the public can
comply, access at any accessible entry which is unlocked
during business hours may be used provided directional signs
are located at the main entry and the accessible entry ahs a
notification system.  The route of travel for the accessible
entry shall not pass through hazardous areas, storage rooms,
closets, kitchens or spaces used for similar purposes.

51-20-3113 (b) 3.  Where toilet facilities are provided, at
least one toilet facility complying with Section 3111 and
3112 shall be provided along an accessible route.  Such toilet
facility shall be a shared facility available to both sexes.
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4.1.7 (3) (d) Accessible routes from an accessible entrance to
all
publicly used spaces on at least the level of the accessible
entrance shall be provided.  Access shall be provided to all
levels
of a building or facility in compliance with 4.1 whenever
practical.

4.1.7 (3) (e) Displays and written information, documents, etc.,
should be located where they can be seen by a seated person.
Exhibits and signage displayed horizontally (e.g., open books),
Should be no higher than 44 in (1120 mm) above the floor
Surface.

Washington Sate Regulations

51-20-3113 (b) 4. Accessible routes from an accessible
entry to all publicly used spaces, on at least the level of the
accessible entry, shall be provided.  Access should be
provided to all levels of a building or facility when practical.

51-20-3113 (b) 4. . . . Displays and written information and
documents shall be located where they can be seen by a
seated person.

51-20-3114 Appeal (a) Request for Appeal.  An appeal from
the standards for accessibility for existing buildings may be
filed with the building official in accordance with Section
204, when:
1. Existing structural elements or physical constraints of the
Site prevent full compliance or would threaten or destroy the
Historical significance of a historic building, or
2. For the path of travel, the cost of compliance with this
part would exceed 20% or the total project cost, inclusive of
the cost of eliminating barriers, within a 36-month period.
51-20-3114 (b) Review. 1. Consideration of Alternative
Methods.  Review of appeal requests shall include
Consideration of alternative methods which may provide
Partial access.
51-20-3114 (b) 2. Waiver or Modification of Requirements.
The appeals board may waive or modify the requirements of
This section when it is determined that compliance with
Accessibility requirements would threaten or destroy the
Historic significance of a building or facility.

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4.2 Space Allowance and Reach Ranges.
4.2.1* Wheelchair Passage Width.  The minimum clear width for
single wheelchair passage shall be 32 in (815 mm) at a point and
36 in (915 mm) continuously  (see Fig. 1 and 24 (e)).

Fig. 1 Minimum Clear Width for Single Wheelchair.

     The minimum clear passage width for a single wheelchair
passage shall be 32 inches (815 mm) at a point for a maximum
depth of 24 inches (610 mm).

4.2.2 Width for Wheelchair Passing.  The minimum width for two
wheelchairs to pass is 60 in (1525 mm) (see Fig. 2).

4.2.3* Wheelchair Turning Space.  The space required for a
wheelchair to make a 180-degree turn is a clear space of 60 in
(1525 mm) diameter (see Fig. 3(a) or T-shaped space (see Fig.
 3(b)).
Fig. 3 \Wheelchair Turning Space.

     Fig. 3(b) T-Shaped Space for 180 degree Turns.  The T-
shape space is 36 inches (915 mm) wide at the top and stem
within a 60 inch by 60 inch (1525 mm by 1525 mm) square.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (b) Space Allowance and Reach Ranges. 1.
Wheelchair Passage Width.  The minimum clear width for single
wheelchair passage shall be 36 inches.  The minimum width for
two wheelchairs to pass is 60 inches.
EXCEPTION: The minimum width for single wheelchair passage
may be 32 inches for a maximum distance of 24 inches.

See Above.

51-20-3106 (b) 2. Wheelchair Turning Spaces.  Wheelchair turning
spaces shall be designed and constructed to satisfy one of the
following requirements;

A. A turning space no less than 60 inches in diameter; or,

B. A turning space at T-shaped intersections or within a room,
where the minimum width is not less than 36 inches.  Each
segment of the T shall be clear of obstruction snot less than 24
inches in each direction.

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4.2.4* Clear Floor or Ground Space for Wheelchairs.

4.2.4.1 Size and Approach.  The minimum clear floor or ground
space required to accommodate a single, stationary wheelchair and
occupant is 30 in by 48 in (760 mm by 1220 mm) (see Fig. 4(a)).
The minimum clear floor or ground space of wheelchairs may be
positioned for forward or parallel approach to an object (see
Fig.
4(b) and (c). Clear floor or ground space for wheelchairs may be
part of the knee space required under some objects.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (b) 3. Unobstructed Floor Space.  A floor space,
including the vertical space above such floor space, which is
free
of any physical obstruction including door swings, to a height of
29
inches.  Where a pair of doors occurs, the swing of the inactive
leaf may be considered to be unobstructed floor space.
Unobstructed floor space may include toe spaces that are a
minimum of 9 inches in height and not more than 6 inches in
depth.

51-20-3106 (b) 4.>. Knee and Toe Clearances.  Spaces under
obstructions, work surfaces or fixtures may be included in the
clear
floor or ground space provided that they are at least 30 inches
in
width, a minimum of 2 inches in height and not greater than 25
inches in depth.  Toe spaces under obstructions, work surfaces or
fixtures which comply with the requirements for unobstructed
floor
space may be included in the clear floor or ground space.

51-20-3106 (b) 4. Clear Floor or Ground spaces and Maneuvering
Clearance Space for Wheelchairs.

A. Size.  The minimum clear floor or ground space required to
accommodate a single, stationary wheelchair occupant shall be not
less than 30 inches by 48 inches.

B. Approach.  Wheelchair spaces shall be designed to allow for
forward or parallel approach to an accessible feature.

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4.2.4.2 Relationship of Maneuvering Clearance to Wheelchair
Spaces.  One full unobstructed side of the clear floor or ground
space for a wheelchair shall adjoin or overlap an accessible
route or
adjoin another wheelchair clear floor space.  If a clear floor
space is
located in an alcove or other wise confined on all or part of
three
sides, additional maneuvering clearances shall be provided as
shown in Fig. 4(d) and (e).

Fig. 4 Minimum Clear Floor Space for Wheelchairs.

     Fig. 4(d) Clear Floor Space in Alcoves.  For a front
approach, where the depth of the alcove is equal to or less than
24
inches (610 mm), the required clear floor space is 30 inches by
48
inches (760 mm by 1220 mm).

     For a side approach, where the depth of the alcove is equal
to or less than 15 inches (380 mm), the required clear floor
space
Is 30 inches by 48 inches (760 mm by 1220 mm).

     Fig. 4(e) Additional Maneuvering ?Clearances, f for Alcoves.
For a front approach, if the depth of the alcove is greater than
24
inches (610mm)), then in addition to the 30 inch (760 mm) width,
a maneuvering clearance of 6 inches (150 mm) in width is
required.

     For a side approach, where the depth of the alcove is
greater than 15 inches (380 mm), then in addition to the 48 inch
(1220 mm) length, an additional maneuvering clearance of 12
inches in length (305 mm) is required.

4.2.4.3 Surfaces for Wheelchair Spaces.  Clear floor or ground
spaces for wheelchairs shall comply with 4.5.

Washington Sate Regulations

451-20-3106 (b) 4 D. Approach to Wheelchair Spaces.  One full
unobstructed side of the clear floor or ground space for a
wheelchair shall adjoin or overlap an accessible route of travel,
or
shall adjoin another wheelchair clear space.  Clear space located
in
an alcove or otherwise confined on all or part of three sides
shall
be not less than 36 inches in width where forward approach is
provided, or 60 inches in width where parallel approach is
provide.

See ADAAG 4.5.

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4.2.5* Forward Reach.  If the clear floor space only allows
forward
approach to an object, the maximum high forward reach allowed
shall be 48 in (1220 mm) (see Fig. 5(a).). the minimum low
forward reach is 15 in (380 mm).  If the high forward reach is
over
an obstruction, reach and clearances shall be as shown in Fig.
5(b).

Fig. 5 Forward Reach.

     Fig. 5(b) Maximum Forward Reach over an Obstruction.
The maximum level forward reach over an obstruction with knee
space below is 25 inches (635 mm).  When the obstruction is less
than 20 inches (1220 mm).  When the obstruction projects 20 to 25
inches (510 mm to 635 mm), the maximum high forward reach is
44 inches (1120 mm). (4.2.5, 4.25.3)

4.2.6* Side Reach.  If the clear floor space allows parallel
approach
by a person in a wheelchair, the maximum high side reach allowed
shall be 54 in (1370 mm) and the low side reach shall be no less
than 9 in (230 mm) above the floor (Fig. 6(a) and (b)).  If the
side
reach is over an obstruction, the reach and clearances shall be
as
shown in Fig 6(c).

Fig 6 Side Reach. (4.2.6, 4.25.3)

     Fig. 6(a) Clear Floor Space Parallel Approach and Fig. 6(b)
High and Low Side Reach Limits.  The clear floor space is locate
d a
maximum 10inches (255 mm) from the wall.

    Fig. 6(c) Maximum Side Reach over Obstruction.  If the
depth of the obstruction is 24 inches (6510 mm) and the maximum
height of the obstruction is 34 inches (865 mm), the maximum high
side reach over the obstruction is 46 inches (1170).

4.3 Accessible Route.

4.3.1* General.  All walks, halls, corridors, aisles, skywalks,
tunnels, and other spaces that are part of an accessible route
shall
comply with 4.3.

Washington Sate Regulations

51-20-3106 (b) 4. E. Forward Reach.  Where the clear floor space
only allows forward approach to an object, the maximum high
forward reach allowed shall be not higher than 48 inches.  Reach
obstructions 20 inches or less in depth may project into the
clear
space provided that knee clearance is maintained in accordance
with Section 3106 (b) 2. B. Reach obstructions greater than 20
inches in depth may project into the clear space provided that
the
reach obstruction shall not exceed 25 inches in depth and the
maximum high forward reach shall not exceed 44 inches in height.
The minimum low forward reach shall be not lower than 15.

51-20-3106 (b) 4. F. Side Reach.  Where the clear floor space
allows parallel approach by a person in a wheelchair, the maximum
high side reach allowed shall be not higher than 54 inches.
Obstructions no greater than 34 inches in height and no more than
24 inches in depth may be located in the side reach area provided
that when such obstructions are present the side reach shall be
not
more than 46 inches.  The minimum low side reach shall be no
lower than 9 inches.

51-20-3103 (b) 2.  Accessible Route of Travel

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4.3.2 Location.

(1) At least one accessible route within the boundary of the site
shall be provided from public transportation stops, accessible
parking, and accessible passenger loading zones, and public
streets
or sidewalks to the accessible building entrance they serve.  The
accessible route shall, to the maximum extent feasible, coincide
with the route for the general public.

     (2) At least one accessible route shall connect accessible
buildings, facilities, elements, and spaces that are on the same
site.

     (3) At least one accessible route shall connect accessible
building
or facility entrances with all accessible spaces and elements and
with all accessible dwelling units within the building or
facility.

     (4) An accessible route shall connect at least one
accessible
entrance of each accessible dwelling unit with those exterior and
interior spaces and facilities that serve the accessible dwelling
unit.

4.3.3 Width.  The minimum clear width of an accessible route
shall
be 36 in (915mm) except at doors (see 4.13.5 an d4.13.6).  If a
person in a wheelchair must make a turn around an obstruction,
the
minimum clear width of the accessible route shall be as shown in
Fig. 7(a) and (b).

Fig. 7 Accessible Route.

     Fig. 7(a) 90 degree turn.  A 90 degree turn can be made
From a 36 inch (915 mm) wide passage into another 36 inch (915
mm) passage if the depth of each leg is a minimum of 48 inches
(1220 mm) on the inside dimensions of the turn.

     Fig. 7(b) turns around an Obstruction.  A U-turn around an
obstruction less than 48 inches (1220 mm) wide may be made if
the passage width is a minimum of 42 inches (1065 mm) and the
base of the U-turn space is a minimum of 48 inches (1220 mm)
wide.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3103 (b) 2.  Accessible Route of Travel.  When a building,
or portion of a building, is required to be accessible, an
accessible
route of travel shall be provided to all portions of the
building, to
accessible building entrances and connecting the building and the
public way.  Except within an accessible dwelling unit, the
accessible route of travel to areas of primary function may serve
but shall not pass through kitchens, storage rooms, toilet rooms,
bathrooms, closets or other similar spaces.

When more than one building or facility is located on a site,
accessible routes of travel shall be provided connecting
accessible
buildings and accessible site facilities.  The accessible route
of
travel shall be the most practical direct route connecting
accessible
building entrances, accessible site facilities and the accessible
site
entrances.

EXCEPTION:  For sites where natural terrain or other unusual
property characteristics do not allow the provision of an
accessible
route of travel from the public way to the building, the point of
vehicular debarkation may be substituted for the accessible
entrance to the site.

51-20-3106 (d) Accessible Route of Travel. 1. Width.  The
minimum clear width of an accessible route of travel shall be 36
inches except at doors (see Section 3106 (j) 2.).  Where an
accessible route includes a 180 degree turn around an obstruction
which is less than 48 inches in width, the clear width of the
accessible route of travel around the obstruction shall be 42
inches
minimum.  For exterior accessible routes of travel, the minimum
clear width shall be 44 inches.

EXCEPTION:  The minimum width for single wheelchair passage
may be 32 inches for a maximum distance of 24 inches.

51-20-3115 (b) 1. In areas serving employees only, the minimum
aisle width may be 24 inches but not less than the width required
by the number of employees served.

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4.3.4 Passing Space.  If an accessible route has less than 60 in
(1525 mm) clear width, then passing spaces at least 60 in by 60
in
(1525 mm by 1525 mm) shall be located at reasonable intervals
not to exceed 200 ft (61 m)./  A T-intersection of two corridors
or
walks is an acceptable passing place.

4.3.5 Head Room. Accessible routes shall comply with 4.4.2.

4.3.6 Surface Textures.  The surface of an accessible route shall
comply with 4.5.

4.3.7 Slope.  An accessible route with a running slope greater
than
1:20 is a ramp and shall comply with 4.8.  Nowhere shall the
cross
slope of an accessible route exceed 1:50.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 1. (d) Where an accessible route is less than 60
inches
in width, passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches shall be
located at intervals not to exceed 200 feet.  A T-shaped
intersection of two corridors or walks may be used as a passing
space.

51-20-3106 (d) 2. Height.  Accessible routes shall have a clear
height of not less than 79 inches.  Where the vertical clearance
of
an area adjoining an accessible route of travel is less than 79
inches but more than 27 inches, a continuous permanent barrier
shall be installed to prevent traffic onto such area of reduced
clearance.

51-20-3106 (d) 5. Surfaces.  A. General.  All floor and ground
surfaces in an accessible route of travel shall comply with
Section
3106 (g).

51-20-3106 (g) Floor Coverings and Surface Treatments. 1.
General.  All surfaces shall be firm and stable.

51-20-3106 (g) 3.  Slip-Resistant Surfaces.  Showers, locker
rooms, swimming pool, spa, and hot tub decks, toilet rooms and
other areas subject to wet conditions shall have slip-resistant
floors.

Exterior accessible routes of travel shall have slip-resistant
surfaces.

51-20-3107 (d) 5. Surface.  Parking spaces and access aisles
shall
be firm, stable, smooth and slip-resistant.

51-20-3106 (d) 3.  Slope.  An accessible route of travel shall
have
a running slope not greater than 1 vertical in 12 horizontal.  An
accessible route of travel with a running slope greater than 1
vertical in 20 horizontal shall comply with Section 3106 (h). 
Cross
slopes of an accessible route of travel shall not exceed 1
vertical in
48 horizontal.

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4.3.8 Changes in Levels.  Changes in levels along an accessible
route shall comply with 4.5.2.  If an accessible route ahs
changes
in level greater than1/2in (13 mm), then a curb ramp, ramp,
elevator, or platform lift (as permitted in 4.1.3 and 4.1.6)
shall be
provided that complies with 4.7, 4.8 4.10, or 4.11, respectively.
An accessible route does not include stairs, steps, or
escalators.
See definition of "egress, means of" in 3.5.

4.3.9 Doors.  Doors along an accessible route shall comply with
4.13.

4.3.10* Egress.  Accessible routes serving any accessible space
or
element shall also serve as a means of egress for emergencies or
connect to an accessible area of rescue assistance.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (d) 4.  Changes in Level.  Changes in level along an
accessible route of travel shall comply with Section 3106 (f).
Stairs shall not be part of an accessible route of travel.  Any
raised
area within an accessible route of travel shall be cut through to
maintain a level route or shall have curb ramps at both sides and
a
level area not less than 48 inches long connecting the ramps.

51-20-3106 (f) Changes in Level.  Accessible routes of travel and
accessible spaces within buildings shall have continuous common
floor or ramp surfaces.  Abrupt change in height greater than
inch shall be beveled to 1 vertical in 2 horizontal.  Changes in
level
greater than1/2inch shall be accomplished by means of a ramp
meeting the requirements of Section 3106 (h).  For type B
dwelling
units, see also Section 3106 (aa).

3106 (j) Doors.  1. General.  Doors required to be accessible
shall
comply with Section 3304 and provisions of this section.  For the
purposes of this section, gates shall be considered to be doors.

51-20-3103 (b) 2. . . .  Accessible routes of travel serving any
accessible space or element shall also serve as a means of egress
for emergencies or connect to an area of evacuation assistance.

51-20-3104 Egress and Areas for Evacuation Assistance. (a)
General.  In buildings required to be
accessible, accessible means of egress shall be provided in the
same number as required for exits in Chapter 33.  When an exit
required by Chapter 33 is not accessible, an area for evacuation
assistance shall be provided.

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4.3.11 Areas of Rescue Assistance.

4.3.11.1 Location and Construction.  An area of rescue assistance
shall be one of the following:

(1) A portion of a stairway landing within a smokeproof enclosure
(complying with local requirements).

(2) A portion of an exterior exit balcony located immediately
adjacent to an exit stairway when the balcony complies with local
requirements for exterior exit balconies.  Openings to the
interior of
the building located within 20 feet (6 m) of the area of rescue
assistance shall be protected with fire assemblies having a
three-
fourths hour fire protection rating.

(3) A portion of a one-hour fire-resistive corridor (complying
with
local requirements for fire-resistive construction and for
openings)
located immediately adjacent to an exit enclosure.

(4) A vestibule located immediately adjacent to an exit enclosure
and constructed to the same fire-resistive standards as required
for
corridors and openings.

(5)A portion of a stairway landing within an exit enclosure which
is vented to the exterior and is separated from the interior of
the
building with not less than one-hour fire-resistive doors.

(6)When approved by the appropriate local authority, an area or
a room which is separated from other portions of the building by
a
smoke barrier.  Smoke barriers shall have a fire-resistive rating
of
not less than one hour and shall completely enclose the area or
room.  Doors in the smoke barrier shall be tight-fitting smoke-
and
draft-control assemblies having a fire-protection rating of not
less
than 20 minutes and shall be self-closing or automatic closing. 
The
area or room shall be provided with an exit directly to an exit
enclosure where the room or area exits into an exit enclosure
which is required to be of more than one-hour fire-resistive
construction, the room or area shall have the same fire-resistive
construction, including the same opening protection, as required
for
the adjacent exit enclosure.

Washington Sate Regulations

51-20-3104 Egress and Areas for Evacuation Assistance.

(c) Areas for Evacuation Assistance.  1. Location and
Construction.  An area for evacuation assistance shall be one of
the following:

(b) 1.A. A portion of a landing within a smokeproof enclosure,
complying with Section 3310.

(b)1.B. A portion of an exterior exit balcony, located
immediately
adjacent to an exit stairway, when the exterior exit balcony
complies with Section 3305.  Openings to the interior of the
building located within 20 feet of the area for evacuation
assistance shall be protected with fire assemblies having a
three-
fourths-hourfire-protection-rating.

(b)1.C. A portion of a one-hour fire-resistive corridor complying
with Sections 3305 (g) and (h) located immediately adjacent to an
exit enclosure.

(b)1.D. A vestibule located immediately adjacent to an exit
enclosure and constructed to the same fire-resistive standards as
required by Section 3305 (g) and (h).

(b)1.E. A portion of a stairway landing within an exit enclosure
which is vented to the exterior and is separated from the
interior of
the building by not less than one-hour fire-resistive door
assemblies.

(b)1.F. When approved by the building official, an area or room
which is separated from other portions of the building by a smoke
barrier.  Smoke barriers shall have a fire-resistive rating of
not less
than one hour and shall completely enclose the area or room.
Doors in the smoke barrier shall be tight-fitting smoke- and
draft-
control assemblies having a fire-protection rating of not less
than
20 minutes and shall be self-closing or automatic closing.  The
area
or room shall be provided with an exit directly to an exit
enclosure.
When the room or area exits into an exit enclosure which is
required to be of more than one-hour fire-resistive construction,
the
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(7) An elevator lobby when elevator shafts and adjacent lobbies
are pressurized as required for smokeproof enclosures by local
regulations and when complying with requirements herein for size,
communication, and signage.  Such pressurization system shall be
activated by smoke detectors on each floor located in a manner
approved by the appropriate local authority.  Pressurization
equipment and its duct work within the building shall be
separated
from other portions of the building by a minimum two-hour fire-
resistive construction.

4.3.11.2 Size.  Each area of rescue assistance shall provide at
least
two accessible areas each being not less than 30 inches by 48
inches (760 mm by 12220 mm).  The area of rescue assistance shall
not encroach on any required exit width.  The total number of
such
30-inch by 48-inch (760 mm by 1220 mm) areas per story shall be
not less than one for every 200 persons of calculated occupant
load served by the area of rescue assistance.

EXCEPTION:  The appropriate local authority may reduce the
minimum number of 30-inch by 48-inch (760 mm by 1220 mm)
areas to one for each area of rescue assistance on floors where
the
occupant load is less than 200.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3104 (b) 1.G. An elevator lobby complying with Section
3104(d).

51-20-3104 (d) Area for Evacuation Assistance, High-Rise
Alternative.  Within a building of any height or occupancy,
constructed in accordance with the requirements of Section 1807
or 1907, an area for evacuation assistance may be located in the
elevator lobby, or adjacent to the elevator where no lobby is
required, when:

1. the area for evacuation assistance complies with the
requirements for size, two-way communication and identification
as
specified in Section 3104 (b); and,

2. Elevator shafts are pressurized as required for smokeproof
enclosures in Section 3310.  Such pressurization system shall be
activated by smoke detectors on each floor located in a manner
approved by the building official.  Pressurization equipment and
its
ductwork with the building shall be separated from other portions
of the building by a minimum of two-hour fire-resistive
construction.

3. The manager of the building shall establish and maintain a
written fire- and life-safety emergency plan which, in addition
to
other provisions, shall specifically address the evacuation of
persons with disabilities, and which ahs been approved by the
building official and fire chief.

51-20-3104 (b) 2.  Size.  Each area for evacuation assistance
shall
provide at least two wheelchair spaces not smaller than 30 inches
by 48 inches for each space.  The area for evacuation assistance
shall not encroach on any required exit width.  The total number
of
such 30-inch by 48-inch wheelchair spaces per story shall not be
less than 1 for every 200 persons of calculated occupant load
served by the area for evacuation assistance.

EXCEPTION:  The building official may reduce the minimum number
of 30-inch by 48-inch areas to one for each area for evacuation
assistance on floors where the occupant load is less than 200.

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4.3.11.3* Stairway Width.  Each stairway adjacent to an area of
rescue assistance shall have a minimum clear width of 48 inches
between handrails.

4.3.11.4*  Two-way Communication.  A method of two-way
communication, with both visible and audible signals, shall be
provided between each area of rescue assistance and the primary
entry.  The fire department or appropriate local authority may
approve a location other than the primary entry.

4.3.11.5 Identification.  Each area of rescue assistance shall be
identified by a sign which state "AREA OF RESCUE ASSISTANCE"
and displays the international symbol of accessibility.  The sign
shall be illuminated when exit sign illumination is required. 
Signage
shall also be installed at all inaccessible exits and where
otherwise
necessary to clearly indicate the direction to areas of rescue
assistance.  In each area of rescue assistance, instructions on
the
use of the area under emergency conditions shall be posted
adjoining the two-way communication system.

Washington State Regulations
51-20-3104 (b) 3.  Stairway Width.  Each stairway adjacent to an
area for evacuation assistance shall have a minimum clear width
of
48 inches.

51-20-3104 (b) 4.  Two-way Communication.  A telephone with
controlled access to a public telephone system or another method
of two-way communication shall be provided between each area
for evacuation assistance and the primary entry.  The fire
department may approve location other than the primary entrance.

51-20-3104 (b) 5.  Identification.  Each area for evacuation
assistance shall be identified by a sign which states:  AREA FOR
EVACUATION ASSISTANCE and the International Symbol of
access.  The sign shall be illuminated when exit sign
illumination is
required.  The sign shall comply with sections 3314 (c) and (j). 
In
each area for evacuation assistance, instructions on the use of
the
area under emergency condition shall be posted adjoining the two-
way communication system.

51-20-3104 (c) Accessible Exits.  All exterior exits which are
located adjacent to accessible areas and within 6 inches of grade
shall be accessible.

Commentary

PNE WSR does not require that the 48 inches be
measured between the handrails.  We need a clarification
of where 48 inches is measured.

NE WSR does not require the two-way communication to
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4.4 Protruding Objects.
4.4.1* General.  Objects projecting from walls (for example,
telephones) with their leading edges between 27 in and 80 in (685
mm and 2030 mm) above the finished floor shall protrude no more
than 4 in (100 mm) into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or
aisles (see Fig. 8(a).  Objects mounted with their leading edges
at
or below 27 in (685 mm) above the finished floor may protrude any
amount (see Fig. 8(a) and (b).  Free-standing objects mounted on
posts or pylons may overhang 12 in (305 mm) maximum from 27 in
to 80 in (685 mm to 2030 mm) above the ground or finished floor
(see Fig. 8(c) and (d)). Protruding objects shall not reduce the
clear
width of an accessible route or maneuvering space (see Fig.
8(e)).

Fig. 8 Protruding Objects.

     Fig. 8(c-1) Overhead Hazards.  As an example, the diagram
illustrates a stair whose underside descends across a pathway.
Where the headroom is less than 80 inches, protection is offered
by
a railing (2030 mm) which can be no higher than 27 inches (685
mm) to ensure detectability.

     Fig. 8(d) Objects Mounted on Posts or Pylons.  The
diagram illustrates an area where an overhang can be greater than
12 inches (305 mm) because the object cannot be approached in
the direction of the overhang.

     Fig. 8(e) Example of Protection around Wall-Mounted
Objects and Measurements of Clear Widths.  The minimum clear
width for continuous passage is 36 inches.  Thirty two (32)
inches
is the minimum clear width for a maximum distance of 24 inches
(610 mm).  The maximum distance an object can protrude beyond
a wing wall is 4 inches (100 mm).

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (e) Protruding Objects.  Protruding objects shall not
reduce the clear width of an accessible route of travel or
maneuvering space.  Any wall- or post-mounted object with its
leading edge between 27 inches and 79 inches above the floor may
project not more than 4 inches into the required width within a
corridor.  Any wall-or post-mounted projection greater than 4
inches shall extend to the floor.  Protruding objects shall not
reduce
the clear width of an accessible route of travel or maneuvering
space.

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4.4.2 Head Room.  Walks, halls, corridors, passage ways, aisles,
or
other circulation spaces shall have 80 in (2030 mm) minimum clear
head room (see Fig. 8(a)).  If vertical clearance of an area
adjoining
an accessible route is reduced to less than 80 in (nominal
dimension), a barrier to warn blind or visually-impaired persons
shall
be provided (see Fig. 8(c-1))

     Fig. 8(c-1) Overhead Hazards.  As an example, the diagram
Illustrates a stair whose underside descends across a pathway.
Where the headroom is less than 80 inches, protection is offered
by
A railing (2030 mm) which can be no higher than 27 inches (685
mm) to ensure detectability.

4.5 Ground and Floor Surfaces.

4.5.1* General.  Ground and floor surfaces along accessible
routes
and in accessible rooms and spaces including floors, walks,
ramps,
stairs, and curb ramps, shall be stable, firm, slip-resistant,
and shall
comply with 4.5.

4.5.2 Changes in Level.  Changes in level up to  in (6 mm) may
be vertical and without edge treatment (see Fig. 7(c)).  Changes
in
level between  and1/2in (6 mm and 13 mm) shall be beveled
with a slope no greater than 1:2 (see Fig. 7(d)).  Changes in
level
greater than1/2in (13 mm) shall be accomplished by means of a
ramp that complies with 4.7 or 4.8.
4.5.3* Carpet.  If carpet or carpet tile is used on a ground or
floor
surface, then it shall be securely attached; have a firm cushion,
pad, or backing, or no cushion or pad; and have a level loop,
textured loop, level cut pile, or level cut/uncut pile texture. 
The
maximum pile thickness shall be1/2in (13 mm) (see Fig. 8(f)).
Exposed edges of carpet shall be fastened to floor surfaces and
Have trim along the entire length of the exposed edge.  Carpet
edge
Trim shall comply with 4.5.2.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (d) 2. Height.  Accessible routes shall have a clear
height of not less than 79 inches.  Where the vertical clearance
of
an area adjoining an accessible route of travel is less than 79
inches but more than 27 inches, a continuous permanent barrier
shall be installed to prevent traffic into such areas of reduced
clearance.

51-20-3106 (g) Floor Coverings and Surface Treatments. 1.
General.  All surfaces shall be firm and stable.

51-20-3106 (g) 3. Slip-Resistant Surfaces.  Showers, locker
rooms, swimming pool, spa and hot tub decks, toilet rooms and
other areas subject to wet conditions shall have slip-resistant
floors.
Exterior accessible routes of travel shall have slip-resistant
surfaces.

51-20-3107 (b) 5. Surface.  Parking spaces and access aisles
shall
be firm, stable, smooth and slip-resistant.

51-20-3106 (f) Changes, in Level.  Accessible routes of travel
and
accessible spaces within buildings shall have continuous common
floor or ramp surfaces.  Abrupt change in height greater than
inch shall be beveled to 1 vertical in 2 horizontal.  Changes in
level
greater than1/2inch shall be accomplished by means of a ramp
meeting the requirements of Section 3106 (h).  For Type B
dwelling
units, see also Section 3106 (aa).

51-20-3106 (g) 2.  Carpeting.  Carpeting and floor mats in
accessible areas shall be securely fastened to the underlying
surface, and shall provide a firm, stable, continuous and
relatively
smooth surface.

Commentary

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4.5.4 Gratings.  If gratings are located in walking surfaces,
then
they shall have spaces no greater than1/2in (13 mm) wide in one
direction (see Fig. 8(g)).  If gratings have elongated openings,
then
they shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular
to
the dominant direction of travel (see Fig. 8(h)).

4.6 Parking and Passenger Loading Zones.

4.6.1 Minimum Number.  Parking spaces required to be accessible
by 4.1 shall comply with 4.6.2 through 4.6.5.  Passenger loading
zones required to be accessible by 4.1 shall comply with 4.6.5
and
4.6.6.

4.6.2 Location.  Accessible parking spaces serving a particular
building shall be located on the shortest accessible route of
travel
from adjacent parking to an accessible entrance.  In parking
facilities that do no serve a particular building, accessible
parking
shall be located on the shortest accessible route of travel to an
accessible pedestrian entrance of the parking facility.  In
buildings
with multiple accessible entrances with adjacent parking,
accessible
parking spaces shall be dispersed and located closest to the
accessible
entrances.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (g) 4. Grates.  Within an accessible route of travel
grates shall have openings no more than1/2inch in one direction.
Where grates have elongated openings, they shall be placed so
that
The long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of
Travel.  The maximum vertical surface change shall be 1/8 inch.

51-20-3106 (g) 5.  Expansion and Construction Joints.  Expansion
and construction joints in exterior routes of travel shall have a
width of not more than1/2inch, shall be filed with a firm,
compressible, elastic material, and shall be substantially level
with
the surface of the accessible route of travel.

51-20-3107 Parking Facilities.  (a) Accessible Parking Required.

51-20-3107 (b) Design and Construction.  1. General.  When
accessible parking spaces are required by this section they shall
be
designed and constructed in accordance with this section.

51-20-3108 (b) Design and Construction. 1. General. Passenger
drop-off and loading zones shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with this section.

51-20-3107 (a) . . .  Accessible parking spaces shall be located
on
the shortest possible accessible route of travel to an accessible
building entrance.  In facilities with multiple accessible
building
entrances with adjacent parking, accessible parking spaces shall
be
dispersed and located near the accessible entrances.  Wherever
practical, the accessible route of travel shall not cross lanes
of
vehicular traffic.  Where crossing traffic lanes is necessary,
the
route of travel shall be designated and marked as a crosswalk.

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4.6.3* Parking Spaces.  Accessible parking spaces shall be at
least
96 in (2440 mm) wide.  Parking access aisles shall be part of an
accessible route to the building or facility entrance and shall
comply
with 4.3.  Two accessible parking spaces may share a common
access aisle (see Fig. 9).  Parked vehicle overhangs shall not
reduce
the clear width of an accessible route.  Parking spaces and
access
aisles shall be level with surface slopes not exceeding 1:50 (2%)
in
all directions.

Fig. 9 Dimensions of Parking Spaces.

     The access aisle shall be a minimum of 60 inches (1525
 mm) wide for cars or a minimum of 96 inches (2440 mm) wide for
vans.  The accessible route connected to the access aisle at the
front of the parking spaces shall be a minimum of 36 inches (915
mm).

4.6.4* Signage.  Accessible parking spaces shall be designated as
reserved by a sign showing the symbol of accessibility (see
4.30.7).  Spaces complying with 4.1.2(5)(b) shall have an
additional sign "Van-Accessible" mounted below the symbol of
accessibility.  Such signs shall be located so they cannot be
obscured by a vehicle parked in the space.

4.6.5* Vertical Clearance.  Provide minimum vertical clearance of
114 in (2895 mm) at accessible passenger loading zones and along
at least one vehicle access route to such areas from site
entrance(s)
and exit(s).  At parking spaces complying with 4.1.2(5)(b),
provide
minimum vertical clearance of 98 in (2490 mm) at the parking
space and along at least one vehicle access route to such spaces
from site entrance(s) and exit(s).

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3107 (b) 2. Size.  Parking spaces shall be not less than 96
inches in width and shall have an adjacent access aisle not less
than 60 inches in width.  Where two adjacent spaces are provided,
the access aisle may be shared between the two spaces.
Boundaries of access aisles shall be marked so that aisles will
not
be used as parking space.

Van accessible parking spaces shall have an adjacent access aisle
not less than 96 inches in width.

51-20-3107 (b) 4.  Slope.  Accessible parking spaces and access
aisles shall be located on a surface with a slope not to exceed 1
vertical in 48 horizontal.
51-20-3107 (b) 5.  Surface.  Parking spaces and access aisles
shall
be firm, stable, smooth and slip-resistant.

51-20-3107 (c) Signs.  Every parking space required by this
section
shall be identified by a sign, centered between 3 and 5 feet
above
the parking surface, at the head of the parking space.  The sign
shall include the International Symbol of Access and the phrase
"State Disabled Parking Permit Required."

51-20-3107 (b) 3.  Vertical Clearance.  Where accessible parking
spaces are provided for vans, the vertical clearance shall be not
less than 114 inches.

Commentary

NE WSR requires no sign designating which spaces are 
"van-accessible."

PNE WSR's requirement for vertical clearance does not
appear to apply to passenger loading zones or along vehicle
access routes.




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4.6.6 Passenger Loading Zones.  Passenger loading zones shall
provide an access aisle at least 60 in (1525 mm) wide and 20 ft
(240 in)(6100 mm) long adjacent and parallel to the vehicle
pull-up
space (see Fig. 10).  If there are curbs between the access aisle
and the vehicle pull-up space, then a curb ramp complying with
4.7
shall be provided.  Vehicle standing spaces and access aisles
shall
be level with surface slopes not exceeding 1:50 (2%) in all
directions.

4.7 Curb Ramps.

4.7.1 Location.  Curb ramps complying with 4.7 shall be provided
wherever an accessible route crosses a curb.

4.7.2 Slope. Slopes of curb ramps shall comply with 4.8.2.  The
slope shall be measured as shown in Fig. 11.  Transitions from
ramps to walks, gutters, or streets shall be flush and free of
abrupt
changes.  Maximum slopes of adjoining gutters, road surface
immediately adjacent to the curb ramp, or accessible route shall
not
exceed 1:20.

Fig. 11 Measurement of Curb Ramp Slopes.

     The ramp slope is a ratio equal to the vertical rise divided
by
the horizontal run.  The adjoining slope at walk or street shall
not
exceed 1:20.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3108 Passenger Drop -off and Loading Zones. (a) Location.
Where provided, passenger drop-off and loading zones shall be
located on an accessible route of travel.

51-20-3108 (b) 2.  Passenger Drop-off Zones.  A. Size. Drop-off
zones shall be not less than 12 feet in width by 25 feet in
length
with the long dimension abutting and parallel to an accessible
route
of travel.

51-20-3108 (b) 2 B.  Slope.  Such zones shall be located on a
surface with a slope not exceeding 1 vertical in 48 horizontal.

51-20-3108 (b) 3.  Passenger Loading Zones.  A. Size.  Passenger
loading zones shall provide an access aisle not less than 5 feet
in
width by 20 feet in length with the long dimension abutting and
parallel to: (1) the vehicle space on one side and (2) an
accessible
route of travel on the other.

51-20-3108 (b) 3. B.  Slope.  Such zones shall be located on a
surface with a slope not exceeding 1 vertical in 48 horizontal.

51-20-3106 (d) 4.  Changes in Level.  Changes in level along an
accessible route of travel shall comply with Section 3106 (f).
Stairs shall not be part of an accessible route of travel. Any
raised
area within an accessible route of travel shall be cut through to
maintain a level route or shall have curb ramps at both sides and
a
level area not less than 48 inches long connecting the ramps.

51-20-3106 (d) 8.  Curb Ramps.  A. Slope Slopes of curb ramps
shall comply with Section 3106 (h).  Transitions from ramps to
walks, gutters or vehicular ways shall be flush and free of
abrupt
changes in height.  Maximum slopes of adjoining gutters and road
surfaces immediately adjacent to the curb ramp or accessible
route
of travel shall not exceed 1 vertical in 20 horizontal.

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4.7.3 Width.  The minimum width of a curb ramp shall be 36 in
(915 mm), exclusive of flared sides.

4.7.4 Surface.  Surfaces of curb ramps shall comply with 4.5.

4.7.5 Sides of Curb Ramps.  If a curb ramp is located where
pedestrians must walk across the ramp, or where it is not
protected
by handrails or guardrail, it shall have flared sides; the
maximum
slope of the flare shall be 1:10 (see Fig. 12(a)).  Curb ramps
with
returned curbs may be sued where pedestrians would not normally
walk across the ramp (see Fig. 12(b)).

Fig. 12 Sides of Curb Ramps.

     Fig. 12(a)  Flared Sides.  If the landing depth at the top
of a
curb ramp is less than 48 inches, then the slope of the flared
side
shall not exceed 1:12.

4.7.6 Built-up Curb Ramps.  Built-up curb ramps shall be located
so
that they do not project into vehicular traffic lanes (see Fig.
13).

4.7.7 Detectable Warnings.  A curb ramp shall have a detectable
warning complying with 4.29.2.  The detectable warning shall
extend the full width and depth of the curb ramp.

4.7.8 Obstructions.  Curb ramps shall be located or protected to
prevent their obstruction by parked vehicles.

4.7.9 Location at marked Crossings.  Curb ramps at marked
crossings shall be wholly contained within the markings,
excluding
any flared sides (see Fig. 15).

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (d) 8. B. Width.  Curb ramps shall be not less than 36
inches in width, exclusive of the required side slopes.

51-20-3106 (d) 5.  Surfaces.  A. General.  All floor and ground
surfaces in an accessible route of travel shall comply with
Section
3106 (q).

51-20-3106 (d) 8. C. Side slopes of Curb Ramps.  Curb ramps
located where pedestrians must walk across the ramp, or where
not protected by handrails or guardrails, shall have sloped
sides.
The maximum side slope shall be 1 vertical in 10 horizontal. 
Curb
ramps with returned curbs may be used where pedestrians would
not normally walk across the ramp.

51-20-3106 (d) 8. D.  Location.  Built-up curb ramps shall be
located so as not to project into vehicular ways nor be located
within accessible parking spaces.

51-20-3106 (d) 5.B. Detectable Warnings.  Curb ramps shall have
detectable warnings complying with Section 3106 (q).  Detectable
warnings shall extend the full width and depth of the curb ramp.

51-20-3106 (d) 9.  Vehicular Areas.  Where an accessible route of
travel crosses or adjoins a vehicular way, and where there are no
curbs, railings or other elements detectable by a person who has
severe vision impairment separating the pedestrian and vehicular
areas, the boundary between the areas shall be defined by a
continuous detectable warning not less than 36 inches wide,
complying with Section 3106 (g).

51-20-3106 (d) 8 E. Obstructions.  Curb ramps shall be located or
protected to prevent their obstruction by parked vehicles.

51-20-3106 (d) 8. F.  Location at Marked Cross Walks.  Curb
ramps at marked cross walks shall be wholly contained within the
markings, excluding any sloped sides.

Commentary

NE WSR does not address requirement for 48 inch clear
space at top of a curb ramp or use of 1:12 slope on side
flare where 48 inches "not provided."

PNE This provision is generally equivalent if it refers to
section 3106 (q).  the print is not clear.  Clarification is
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4.7.10 Diagonal Curb Ramps.  If diagonal (or corner type) curb
ramps have returned curbs or other well-defined edges, such edges
shall be parallel to the direction of pedestrian flow.  The
bottom of
diagonal curb ramps shall have 48 in (1220 mm) minimum clear
space as shown in Fig. 15 ( c) and (d).  If diagonal curb ramps
are
provided at marked crossings, the 48 in (1220 mm) clear space
shall be within the markings (see Fig. 15 (c ) and (d)).  If
diagonal
curb ramps have flared sides, they shall also have at least a 24
in
(610 mm) long segment of straight curb located on each side of
the
curb ramp and within the marked crossing (see Fig. 15c).

4.7.10 Islands.  Any raised islands in crossings shall be cut
through
level with the street or have curb ramps at both sides and a
level
area at least 48 in (1220 mm) long between the curb ramps in the
part of the island intersected by the crossings (see Fig. 15(a)
and
(b)).

4.8 Ramps.

4.8.1* General.  Any part of an accessible route with a slope
greater than 1:20 shall be considered a ramp and shall comply
with
4.8.

4.8.2* Slope and Rise.  The lease possible slope shall be used
for
any ramp.  The maximum slope of a ramp in new construction shall
be 1:12.  The maximum rise for any run shall be 30 in (760 mm)
(see Fig. 16).  Curb ramps and ramps to be constructed on
existing
sites or in existing buildings or facilities may have slopes and
rises
as shown as allowed in 4.1.6(3)(a) if space limitations prohibit
the
use of a 1:12 slope or less (see 4.1.6).

Fig. 16  Components of a Single Ramp Run and Sample Ramp
Dimensions.

     If the slope of a ramp is between 1:12 and 1:16, the
maximum rise shall be 30 inches (760 mm) and the maximum
horizontal run shall be 30 feet (9 m). If the slope of the ramp
is
between 1:16 and 1:20, the maximum rise shall be 30 inches (760
mm) and the maximum horizontal run shall be 40 feet (12 m).

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (d) 4.  Changes in Level.  Changes in level along an
accessible route of travel shall comply with Section 3106 (f).
Stairs shall not be part of an accessible route of travel.  Any
raised
area within an accessible route of travel shall be cut through to
maintain a level route of shall have curb ramps at both sides and
a
level area not less than 48 inches long connecting the ramps.
51-20-3106 (h) Ramps.  1. General Ramps required to be
accessible shall comply with Section 3307 and the provisions of
this section.  No ramp shall change direction between landings,
except ramps with an inside radius of 30 feet or greater.

51-20-3106 (h) 2.  Slope and Rise.  The maximum slope of a ramp
shall be 1 vertical in 12 horizontal.  The maximum rise for any
run
shall be 30 inches.

51-20-3315 (e) Ramp Slope.  The slope of ramped aisles shall not
be more than 1 vertical in 8 horizontal.  Ramped aisles shall
have
a slip-resistant surface.

EXCEPTION:  When provided with fixed seating, theaters may have
a slope not steeper than 1 vertical to 5 horizontal.

Commentary

NE No equivalent provisions.

PNE Clarification is needed to ascertain whether the
"ramped aisles" of 51-20-3315 (e) are allowed as part of
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4.8.3 Clear Width.  The minimum clear width of a ramp shall be 36
in (915 mm).

4.8.4* Landings.  Ramps shall have level landings at bottom and
top of each ramp and each ramp run.  Landings shall have the
following features:

(1) The landing shall be at least as wide as the ramp run leading
to it.

(2) The landing length shall be a minimum of 60 in (1525 mm)
Clear.

(3) If ramps change direction at landings, the minimum landing
Size shall be 60 in by 60 in (1525 mm by 1525 mm).

(4) If a doorway is located at a landing, then the area in front
of
The doorway shall comply with 4.13.6.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (h) 3. Width.  The minimum width of a ramp shall be
not less than 36 inches for interior ramps and 44 inches for
exterior ramps.

51-20-3106 (h) 4.  Landings.  Ramps within the accessible route
of
travel shall have landings at the top and bottom, and at least
one
intermediate landing shall be provided for each 30 inches of
rise.
Landings shall have a minimum dimension measured in the direction
of ramp run of not less than 60 inches.  Where the ramp changes
direction at a landing, the landing shall be not less than 60
inches
by 60 inches.  The width of any landing shall be not less the
width
of the ramp.

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4.8.5* Handrails.  If a ramp run has a rise greater than 6 in
(150
mm) or a horizontal projection greater than 72 in (1830 mm), then
it shall have handrails on both sides.  Handrails are not
required on
curb ramps or adjacent to seating in assembly areas.  Handrails
shall comply with 4.26 and shall have the following features:

(1) Handrails shall be provided along both sides of ramp
segments.  The inside handrail on switchback or dogleg ramps
shall
always be continuous.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (h) 5.  Handrails.  Ramps having slopes steeper than 1
vertical in 20 horizontal shall have handrails as required for
stairways, except that intermediate handrails as required for
stairways, except that intermediate handrails as required in
Section
3306 (I) are not required.  Handrails shall be continuous
provided
that they shall not be required at any point of access along the
ramp, nor at any curb ramp.  Handrails shall extend at least 12
inches beyond the top and bottom of any ramp segment.

EXCEPTION:  Ramps having a rise less than or equal to 6 inches or
a run less than or equal to 72 inches need not have handrails.

51-20-3306 (i) Handrails.  Stairways shall have handrails on each
side, and every stairway required to be more than 88 inches in
width shall be provided with not less than one intermediate
handrail
for each 88 inches of required width.  Intermediate handrails
shall
be spaced approximately equally across the entire width of the
stairway.
EXCEPTION: 1. Stairways less than 44 inches in width or
stairways serving one individual dwelling unit in Group R,
Division 1
or 3 Occupancies, or a Group R, Division 3 Congregate residence
may have one handrail.
2. Private stairways 20 inches or less in height may have
handrails
on one side only.
3. Stairways having less than four risers and serving one
individual
dwelling unit in Group, R, Division 1 or 3, or a Group R.
Division 3
congregate residence or serving Group M.  Occupancies need not
have handrails.

Commentary

NE It appears that the reference to section 51-20-3306 (l)
Would allow ramps to have only one handrail if they are
less than 44 inches in width.  Section 51-20-3106 sates
"ramps . . . shall have handrails as required for stairways in
section 3306 (I)* and 3306 (l) ahs an exception for
stairways less than 44 inches or stairways serving certain
occupancy types.  Certain ramps may be less than 44
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(2) If handrails are not continuous, they shall extend at least
12
in (305 mm) beyond the top and bottom of the ramp segment and
shall be parallel with the floor or ground surface (see Fig. 17).

(3) The clear space between the handrail and the wall shall be 1
r in (38 mm).

(4) Gripping surfaces shall be continuous.

(5) Top of handrail gripping surfaces shall be mounted between
34 in and 38 in (865 mm and 965 mm) above ramp surfaces.

(6) Ends of handrails shall be either rounded or returned
smoothly
to floor, wall, or post.

(7) Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings.

4.8.6 Cross Slope and Surfaces.  The cross slope of ramp surfaces
shall be no greater than 1:50.  Ramp surfaces shall comply with
4.5.

Washington Sate Regulations

The top of handrails and handrail extensions shall be placed not
less than 34 inches or more than 38 inches above the nosing of
treads and landings.  Handrails shall be continuous the full
length
of the stairs and, except for private stairways, at least one
handrail
shall extend in the direction of the stair run not less than 12
inches
beyond the top riser or less than 23 inches beyond the bottom
riser.  Ends shall be returned or shall terminate in newel posts
or
safety terminals.

The handgrip portion of handrails shall be not less than 1 r
inches or more than 2 inches in cross-sectional dimension or the
shape shall provide an equivalent gripping surface.  The handgrip
portion of handrails shall have a smooth surface with no sharp
corners.

Handrails projecting from a wall shall have a space of not less
than
11/2inches between the all and the handrail.  Any recess
containing a handrail shall allow a clearance of not less than 18
inches above the top of the rail, and shall be not more than 3
inches in horizontal depth.

Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings.

51-20-3106 (d) 3.  Slope.  An accessible route of travel shall
have
a running slope not greater than 1 vertical in 12 horizontal.  An
accessible route of travel with a running slope greater than 1
vertical in 20 horizontal shall comply with Section 3106 (h). 
Cross
slopes of an accessible route of travel shall not exceed 1
vertical in
48 horizontal.

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4.8.7 Edge Protection.  Ramps and landings with drop-offs shall
have curbs, walls, or projecting surfaces that prevent
people from slipping off the ramp.  Curbs shall be a minimum of 2
in (50 mm) high (see Fig. 17).

4.8.8 Outdoor Conditions.  Outdoor ramps and their approaches
shall be designed so that water will not accumulate on walking
surfaces.

4.9 Stairs.

4.9.1* Minimum Number.  Stairs required to be accessible by 4.1
shall comply with 4.9.

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51-20-3106 (d) 6.  Edge Protection.  Guardrails designed and
constructed in accordance with Section 1712 shall be provided on
any portion of an accessible route of travel which is more than
30
inches above the grade or floor below.  Any portion of the edge
of
an accessible route of travel which is more than1/2inch above
adjacent grade of floor shall be provided with a protective
railing
with the top of the rail at a height of 34 inches nominal and a
mid-
rail at a height of 18 inches nominal.
EXCEPTION: 1.  Where curbs, walls, or should slopes abut the
accessible route of travel, a protective railing is not required.
Where provided:
A. Curbs shall be not less than 2 inches in height above the
surface of the accessible route of travel.
B. Shoulder slopes shall be at the same grade as the edge of the
accessible route of travel; and shall have a slope, downward from
the edge, of not more than 1 vertical in 48 horizontal for a
distance
of not less than 36 inches.
2. For routes of travel adjoining vehicular ways or parking
areas,
protective railings are not required provided the difference in
grade
is less than 3 inches.

51-20-3106 (h) 6. Exterior Ramps.  Exposed ramps and their
approaches shall be constructed to prevent the accumulation of
water on walking surfaces.
51-20-3106 (I) Stairways.

1. General. Stairways required to be accessible shall comply with
Section 3306 and provisions of this section.

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4.9.2 Treads and Risers.  On any given flight of stairs, all
steps
shall have uniform riser heights and uniform tread widths.  Stair
treads shall be no less than 11 in (280 mm) wide, measured from
riser to riser (see Fig. 18(a)).  Open risers are not permitted.

4.9.3 Nosing.  The undersides of nosing shall not be abrupt.  The
radius of curvature at the leading edge of the tread shall be no
greater than1/2in (13 mm).  Risers shall be sloped or the
underside of the nosing shall have an angle not less than 60
degrees from the horizontal.  Nosing shall project no more than
1-1/2 in (38 mm) (see Fig. 18).

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51-20-3106 (i) 2.  Open Risers.  Open risers shall not be
permitted

EXCEPTION: Stairways in Group H, Division 1 apartment buildings
may have open risers.

51-20-3306 (c) Rise and Run.  The rise of every step in a
stairway
shall not be less than 4 inches or greater than 7 inches.  Except
as
permitted in Subsections (d) and (f), the run shall not be less
than
11 inches  as measured horizontally between the vertical planes
of
the furthermost projection of adjacent reads.  Except as
permitted
in Subsections (d), (e) and (f), the largest tread run within any
flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8
inch.
The greatest riser height within any flight of stairs shall not
exceed
the smallest by more than 3/8 inch.

EXCEPTIONS: 1. Private stairways serving an occupant load of
less than 10 and stairways to unoccupied roofs may be
constructed with an 8-inch maximum rise and a 9-inch minimum
run.
2. Where the bottom or top riser adjoins a sloping public way,
walk or driveway having an established grade and serving as a
landing, the bottom or top riser may be reduced along the slope
to
less than 4 inches in height with the variation in height of the
bottom or top riser not to exceed 3 inches in every 3 feet of
stairway width.

51-20-3106 (i) 3. Nosing.  Stair nosing shall be flush,
slip-resistant
and rounded to a radius of1/2inches maximum.  Risers shall be
sloped or the underside to the nosing shall have an angel of not
less than 60 degrees from the horizontal.  Nosing shall project
no
more than 11/2inches.

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4.9.4 Handrails.  Stairways shall have handrails at both sides of
all
stairs.  Handrails shall comply with 4.26 and shall have the
following features:

(1) Handrails shall be continuous along both sides of stairs. 
The
inside handrail on switchback or dogleg stairs shall always be
continuous (see Fig. 19(a) and (b)).

(2) If handrails are not continuous, they shall extend at least
12
in (305 mm) beyond the top riser and at least 12 in (305 mm) plus
the width of one tread beyond the bottom riser.  At the top, the
extension shall be parallel with the floor or ground surface.  At
the
bottom, the handrail shall continue to slope for a distance of
the
width of one tread from the bottom riser; the remainder of the
extension shall be horizontal (see Fig. 19(c) and (d)).  Handrail
extensions shall comply with 4.4.

(3) The clear space between handrails and wall shall be 1-1/2 in
(38 mm).

(4) Gripping surfaces shall be uninterrupted by newel posts,
other
construction elements, or obstructions.

(5) Top of handrail gripping surface shall be mounted between 34
in and 38 in (865 mm and 965 mm) above stair nosing.

(6) Ends of handrails shall be either rounded or returned
smoothly
to floor, wall or post.

(7) Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings.

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51-20-3306 (I) Handrails.  Stairways shall have handrails on each
side, and every stairway required to be more than 88 inches in
width shall be provided with not less than one intermediate
handrail
for each 88 inches of required width.  Intermediate handrails
shall
be spaced approximately equally across the entire width of the
stairway.

EXCEPTION: 1. Stairways less than 44 inches in width or
stairways serving one individual dwelling unit in Group R,
Division 1
or 3 Occupancies, or a Group R, Division 3 congregate residence
may have one handrail.
2. Private stairways 20 inches or less in height may have
handrails
on one side only.
3. Stairways having less than four risers and serving one
individual
dwelling unit in Group R, Division 1 or 3, or a Group R. 
Division 3
congregate residence or serving Group M.  Occupancies need not
have handrails.

3306 (i) Handrails. . . . The top of handrails and handrail
extension shall be placed not less than 34 inches or more than 38
inches above the nosing of treads and landings.  Handrails shall
be
continuous the full length of the stairs and, except for private
stairways, at least one handrail shall extend in the direction of
the
stair run not less than 12 inches beyond the top riser or less
than
23 inches beyond the bottom riser.  Ends shall be returned or
shall
terminate in newel posts or safety terminals.

The handgrip portion of handrails shall be not less than 1 1/2
inches or more than 2 inches in cross-sectional dimension or the
shape shall provide an equivalent gripping surface.  The handgrip
portion of handrails shall have a smooth surface with no sharp
corners.

Handrails projecting from a wall shall have a space of not less
than
1 1/2 inches between the wall and the handrail.  Any recess
containing a handrail shall allow a clearance of not less than 18
inches above the top of the rail, and shall be not more than 3
inches in horizontal depth.

Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings.

Commentary

NE  The exception for stairways less than 44 inches to the
requirement for two handrails would often apply to some of
the facilities that are exempt from elevators under WSR.
Small "Private" group homes used for transients could have
four steps without handrails or stairways less than 44
inches wide with only one handrail.  As a result, even
people who walk with difficulty but could otherwise gain
access by walking up stairs with handrails on both sides,
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4.9.5 Detectable Warnings at Stairs. (Reserved)

4.9.6 Outdoor Conditions. Outdoor stairs and their approaches
shall be designed so that water will not accumulate on walking
surfaces.

4.10 Elevators

4.10.1 General. Accessible elevators shall be on an accessible
route and shall comply with 4.10 and with the ASME A17.1-1990,
Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators. Freight elevators shall
not be considered as meeting the requirements of this section
unless the only elevators provided are used as combination
passenger and freight elevators for the public and employees.

4.10.2 Automatic Operation, Elevator operation shall be 
automatic.

Each car shall be equipped with a self-leveling feature that will 
automatically bring the car to floor landings within a tolerance
of 
1/2 in (13 mm) under rated loading to zero loading conditions.
This 
self-leveling feature shall be automatic and independent of the 
operating device and shall correct the overtravel or undertravel.

4.10.3 Hall Call Buttons. Call buttons in elevator lobbies and
halls 
shall be centered at 42 in (1065 mm) above the floor. Such call 
buttons shall have visual signals to indicate when each call Is 
registered and when each call is answered. Call buttons shall be
a 
minimum of 3/4 In (19 mm) In the smallest dimension. The button 
designating the up direction shall be on top. (See Fig. 20.)
Buttons 
shall be raised or flush. Objects mounted beneath hall call
buttons 
shall not project Into the elevator lobby more than 4 in (100
mm).

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (i) 4.  Exterior Stairways.  Exposed stairways and
their 
approaches shall be constructed to prevent the accumulation of
water on walking surfaces.

51-20-3105(c)  Elevators.  2.  Design.  All elevators shall be
accessible

EXCEPTION:  1.  Private elevators serving only one dwelling unit.
2. Where more than one elevator is provided in the building,
elevators used exclusively for movement of freight. 
Elevators required to be accessible shall be designed and
Constructed to comply with Chapter 296-81 of the Washington
Administrative Code.


Commentary

NE  No technical provisions submitted for review.

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4.10.4 Hall Lanterns. A visible and audible signal shall be
provided 
at each hoistway entrance to indicate which car is answering a
call.
Audible signals shall sound once for the up direction and twice
for
the down direction or shall have verbal annunciators that say
"up"
or "down." Visible signals shall have the following features:

 (1) Hall lantern fixtures shall be mounted so that their
centerline
Is at least 72 in (1830 mm) above the lobby floor, (See Fig. 20.)

 (2) Visual elements shall be at least 2-1/2 in (64 mm) in the
smallest dimension.

 (3) Signals shall be visible from the vicinity of the hall call
button
(see Fig. 20). In-car lanterns located in cars, visible from the
vicinity of hall call buttons, and conforming to the above
requirements, shall be acceptable.

4.10.5 Raised and Braille Characters an Hoistway Entrances. All 
elevator hoistway entrances shall have raised and Braille floor
designations provided on both jambs. The centerline of the
characters shall be 60 in (1525 mm) above finish floor. Such
characters shall be 2 in (50 mm) high and shall comply with
4.30.4.
Permanently applied plates are acceptable If they are permanently
fixed to the jambs. (See Fig. 20).

4.10.6* Door Protective and Reopening Device. Elevator doors
shall 
open and close automatically. They shall be provided with a
reopening device that will stop and reopen a car door and
hoistway
door automatically if the door becomes obstructed by an object or
person. The device shall be capable of completing these
operations
without requiring contact for an obstruction passing through the
opening at heights of 5 in and 29 In (125 mm and 735 mm) above
finish floor (see Fig. 20). Door reopening devices shall remain
effective for at least 20 seconds. After such an interval, doors
may
close in accordance with the requirements of ASME A17.1-1990.

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4.10.7* Door and Signal Timing for Hall Calls. The minimum 
acceptable time from notification that a car is answering a call 
until the doors of that car start to close shall be calculated
from 
the following equation:

              T = D/(1.5 ft/s) or T = D/(445 mm/s)

where T total time in seconds and D distance (in feet or 
millimeters) from a point in the lobby or corridor 60 In (1525
mm) 
directly in front of the farthest call button controlling that
car 
to the centerline of its hoistway door (sea Fig. 21). For cars
with 
in-car lanterns, T begins when the lantern is visible from the 
vicinity of hall call buttons and an audible signal Is sounded.
The 
minimum acceptable notification time shall be 5 seconds.

4.10.8 Door Delay for Car Calls. The minimum time for elevator  
doors to remain fully open in response to a car call shall be 3
seconds.

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4.10.9 Floor Plan of Elevator Cars, The floor area of elevator
cars 
shall provide space for Wheelchair users to enter the car,
maneuver
within reach of controls, and exit from the car. Acceptable door
opening and inside dimensions shall be as shown in Fig. 22. The
clearance between the car platform sill and the edge of any
hoistway landing shall be no greater than 1-1/4 In (32 mm).

Fig. 22 Minimum Dimensions of Elevator Cars.

    Diagram (a) illustrates an elevator with a door providing a
36 inch (915 mm) minimum clear width, in the middle of the
elevator. The width of the elevator car is a minimum of 80 inches
(2030 mm). The depth of the elevator our measured from the back
wall to the elevator door is a minimum of 54 inches (1370 mm).
The depth of the elevator car measured from the back wall to the
control panel is a minimum of 51 inches (1291 mm).

   Diagram (b] illustrates an elevator with door providing a
minimum 36 inch (915 mm) clear width, located to one side of the
elevator. The width of the elevator car is a minimum of 68 inches
(1730 mm).  The dept of the elevator car measured from the back
wall to the elevator door is a minimum of 54 inches (1370 mm).
The depth of the elevator car measured from the back well to the
control panel is a minimum of 51 inches (1291).

4.10.10 Floor Surfaces. Floor surfaces shall comply with 4.5.

4.10.11 Illumination Levels. The level of illumination at the car 
controls, platform, 2nd car threshold and landing sill shall be
at
least 5 footcandles (53.8 lux).

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4.10.12* Car Controls. Elevator control panels shall have the     

following features:

 (1) Buttons. All control buttons shall be at least 3/4 in (19
mm)
in their smallest dimension. They shall be raised or flush.
 (2) Tactile, Braille, and Visual Control Indicators. All control
buttons shall be designated by Braille and by raised standard
alphabet characters for letters, arabic characters for numerals,
or
standard symbols as shown In rig. 23(a), and as required In ASME
A17.1-1 990. Raised and Braille characters and symbols shall
comply with 4.30. The call button for the main entry floor shall
be
designated by a raised star at the left of the floor designation 
(see
Fig. 23(a)). All raised designations for control buttons shall be
placed immediately to the left of the button to which they apply.
Applied plates, permanently attached, are an acceptable means to
provide raised control designations. Floor buttons shall be
provided
with visual indicators to show when each call is registered. The
visual indicators shall be extinguished when each call is
answered.

 (3) Height. All floor buttons shall be no higher than 54 in
(1370
mm) above the finish floor for side   approach and 48 in (1220
mm)
for front approach. Emergency controls, including the emergency
alarm and emergency stop, shall be grouped at the bottom of the
panel and shall have their centerlines no less than 35 in (890
mm)
above the finish floor (see Fig. 23(a) and (b)).

  Fig. 23 Car Controls.

      Fig. 23(a) Panel Detail. The diagram Illustrates the
symbols
used for the following control buttons: main entry floor, door
closed, door open, emergency alarm, and emergency stop. The
diagram further states that the octagon symbol for the emergency
stop shall be raised but the X (inside the octagon) Is not.

 (4) Location. Controls shall be located on a front wall if cars  
have center opening doors, and at the side wall or at the front
wall
next to the door if cars have side opening doors (see Fig. 23(c)
and
(d)).

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4.10.13* Car Position Indicators. In elevator cars, a visual car
position indicator shall be provided above the car control panel
or
over the door to show the position of the elevator in the
hoistway.
As the car passes or stops at a floor served by the elevators,
the
corresponding numerals shall illuminate, and an audible signal
shall
sound. Numerals shall be a minimum of 1/2 In (13 mm) high. The
audible signal shall be no less than 20 decibels with a frequency
no
higher than 1500 Hz. An automatic verbal announcement of the
floor number at which a car stops or which a car passes may be
substituted for the audible signal.

4.10.14* Emergency Communications. If provided, emergency
two-way communication systems between the elevator and a point
outside the hoistway shall comply with ASME A17.1-1990. The
highest operable part of a two-way communication system shall be
a maximum of 48 in (1220 mm) from the floor of the car. It shall
be identified by a raised symbol and lettering complying with
4.30
and located adjacent to the device. If the system uses a handset
then the length of the cord from the panel to the handset shall
be
at least 29 in (735 mm). If the system is located in a closed
compartment the compartment door hardware shall conform to
4.27, Controls and Operating Mechanisms. The emergency
intercommunication system shall not require voice communication.

4.1 1 Platform Lifts (Wheelchair Lifts). 

4.11.1 Location. Platform lifts (wheelchair lifts) permitted by
4.1
shall comply with the requirements of 4.11.

4.11.2* Other Requirements. If platform lifts (wheelchair lifts)
are 
used, they shall comply with 4.2.4, 4.5, 4.27, and ASME A17.1
Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, Section XX, 1990. 

4.11.3 Entrance If platform lift are used then they shall
facilitate 
unassisted entry, operation. and exit from the lift in compliance
with 4.11.2.

4.12 Windows.

4.12.1* General. (reserved).

4.12.2* Window Hardware. (Reserved),
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See below.

51-20-3105(c) 3.All platform lifts used in lieu of an elevator
shall
be capable of independent operation and shall comply with Chapter
296-81 of the Washington Administrative Code.

Commentary

NE

NE

NE  See below.

NE  No technical provisions submitted for review. 

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4.13 Doors.

4.13.1 General. Doors required to be accessible by 4.1 shall
comply with the requirements of 4.13,

4.13.2 Revolving Doors and Turnstiles. Revolving doors or
turnstiles shall not be the only means of passage at an
accessible 
entrance or along an accessible route. An accessible gate or door 
shall be provided adjacent to the turnstile or revolving door and 
shall be so designed as to facilitate the same use pattern.
 
4.13.3 Gates. Gates, including ticket gates, shall meet all 
applicable specifications of 4.13.

4.13.4 Double-Leaf Doorways. It doorways have two independently 
operated door leaves, then at least one leaf shall meet the 
specifications in 4.13.5 and 4.13.6. That leaf shall be an active 
leaf. 

4.13.5 Clear Width. Doorways shall have a minimum clear opening
of 
32 in (815 mm) with the door open 90 degrees, measured between
the 
face of the door and the opposite stop (see Fig. 24(a),
(b). (c), and (d)). Openings more than 24 in (61 0 mm) in depth 
shall comply with 4.2.1 and 4.3.3 (see Fig. 24(e)l.

EXCEPTION: Doors not requiring full user passage, such as shallow 
closets, may have the clear opening reduced to 20 in (510 mm) 
minimum.

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51-20-3106 (j) Doors.

51-20-3106 (j) 1.  General.  Doors required to be accessible
shall
comply with Section 3304 and provisions of this section.  For the
purpose of this section, gates shall be considered to be doors. 
An
accessible gate or door shall be provided adjacent to any
turnstile
or revolving door.  Where doorways have two independently
operated door leaves, then at least one leaf shall comply with
this
section.

51-20-3304 (l)  Additional Doors.  Additional  Doors.  When
additional doors are provided for egress purposes, they shall
conform to all provisions of this Chapter.

EXCEPTION:  approved revolving doors having leaves which will
collapse under opposing pressures may be used in exit situations, 
provided:
A. Such doors have a minimum width of 6 feet 6 inches.
B. At least one conforming exit door is located adjacent to each
revolving door.
C. The revolving door shall not be considered to provide any exit 
width.

51-20-3304 (h)  Special Doors.  Revolving , sliding and overhead
doors shall not be used as required exits.  Where a turnstile is
used, a gate or door to accommodate persons with disabilities
shall
be installed.

51-20-3106 (j)  2.  Clear  Width.  Doors shall be capable of
opening
so that the clear width of the opening is not less than 32
inches.

EXCEPTION:  Door not requiring full user passage, such as
shallow closets, may have a clear opening not less than 20
inches.

51-20-3304 (f)  Width and Height.  Every required exit doorway
shall be of a size as  to permit the installation of a door not
less
than 3 feet in width and not less than 6 feet 8 inches in height.
When installed, exit doors shall be capable of opening so that
the
Clear width of the exit is not less than 32 inches.  In computing 
the Exit width required by Section 3303 (b), the net dimension of 
the exitway shall be used.

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4.13.6 Maneuvering Clearances at Door,. Minimum maneuvering 
clearances at doors that are not automatic or power-assisted
shall
be as shown in Fig. 25. The floor or ground area within the
required clearances shall be level and clear.

Fig. 25 Maneuvering Clearances at Doors. NOTE., All doors in
alcoves shall comply with the clearances for front approaches 

     Diagram (a) Front Approaches -- Swinging Doors. Front 
approaches to pull side of swinging doors shall have maneuvering 
space that extends 18 in (455 mm) minimum beyond the latch side
of the door and 60 in (1525 mm) minimum perpendicular to the 
doorway.

     Front approaches to push side of swinging doors, equipped
with 
both closer and latch, shall have maneuvering space that extends
12 
in (305 mm) minimum beyond the latch side of the door and 48 in 
(1220 mm) minimum perpendicular to the doorway.  

     Front approaches to push side of swinging doors, not
equipped with latch and closer, shall have maneuvering space that
is 
the same width as door opening and extends 48 in (1220 mm)
minimum 
perpendicular to the doorway.  

     Diagram (b) Hinge Side Approaches.  Hinge-side approaches to 
pull side of swinging doors shall have maneuvering space that 
extends 36 in (915 mm) minimum beyond the latch side of the door
if 
60 in (1525 mm) minimum is provided perpendicular to the 
doorway or maneuvering space that extends 42 in (1065 mm)
minimum beyond the latch side of the door shall be provided if 54
in (1370 mm) minimum is provided perpendicular to the doorway.

     Hinge-side approaches to push side of swinging doors, not
equipped with both latch and closer, shall have a maneuvering
space of 54 in (1370 mm) minimum, parallel to the doorway and
42 in (1065 mm) minimum, perpendicular to the doorway.

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51-20-3106 (j) 3.  Maneuvering Clearance at Doors.  Except as
provided in Section 3106 (aa) (3106 (aa) is dwelling unit), all
doors shall have minimum maneuvering clearances as follows:

A. Where a door must be pulled to be opened, an unobstructed
Floor space shall extend at least 18 inches beyond the strike
jamb.

B. Where a door must be pushed to be opened and is equipped
With a closer and a latch, an unobstructed floor space shall
extend
At least 12 inches beyond the strike jamb.

51-20-3304 (i) Floor Level at Doors.  Regardless of the occupant
load, there shall be a floor or landing on each side of a door.
When 
access for persons with disabilities is required by Chapter 31,
the
floor or landing shall not be more than 1/2inch lower than the
threshold of the doorway.  When such access is not required, such 
dimension shall not exceed 1 inch.  Landings shall be level
except
for exterior landings, which may have a slope not to exceed  
inch per foot.

51-20-3304 (j) Landings at Door.  Landings shall have a width
not less than the width of the stairway or the width of the door,
whichever is the greater.  Doors in the fully open position shall 
not reduce a required dimension by more than 7 inches.  When a
landing serves an occupant load of 50 or more, doors in any
position shall not reduce the landing dimension to less than one-
half its required width.  Landings shall have a length measured
in 
the direction of travel of not less than 44 inches.

Commentary

NE  Provisions do not contain enough detail to ensure
Access at doors.  For example, ADAAG Fig. 25 requires
Maneuvering clearances that range in size from 60 inches
By 52 inches to 48 inches by 32 inches, depending on door
Swing approach, etc.  Although provisions in sections 51-
20-33304 (i) and (j) compensate in some ways, the
provisions are still inadequate.

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   Hinge side approaches to push side of swinging doors,
equipped with both latch and closer, shall have maneuvering space
of 54 in (1370 mm) minimum, parallel to the doorway, 48 in (1220
mm) minimum perpendicular to the doorway.

   Diagram (c) Latch Side Approaches -- Swinging Doors.
latch-side approaches to pull side of swinging doors, with
closers,
shall have maneuvering space that extends 24 in (610 mm)
minimum beyond the latch side of the door and 54 In (1370 mm)
minimum perpendicular to the doorway.

   Latch-side approaches to pull side of swinging doors, not
equipped with closers, shall have maneuvering space that extends
24 in (610 mm) minimum beyond the latch side of the door and 48
in (1220 mm) minimum perpendicular to

EXCEPTION: Entry doors to acute care hospital bedrooms for
in-patients shall be exempted from the requirement for space at
the
latch side of the door(see dimension "x" in Fig. 25) if the door
is at
least 44 in (1120 mm) wide.

4.13.7 Two Doors in Series.  The minimum space between two
hinged or pivoted doors in series shall be 48 in (1220 mm) plus
the 
width of any door swinging into the space. Doors in series shall 
swing either in the same direction or away from the space between
the doors (see Fig. 26),

4.13.8* Thresholds at Doorways. Thresholds at doorways shall 
not exceed 3/4 in 19 mm in height for exterior sliding doors or
1/2 
in  13 mm) for other types of doors. Raised thresholds and floor
level changes at accessible doorways shall be beveled with a
slope 
no greater than 1:2 (see 4.5.2).

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See above.

51-20-3106 (j) 3. C.  Where two doors are in a series, the
minimum distance between two hinged or pivoted doors shall be
48 inches in addition to any needed for door swing.

51-20-3106 (j) 4.  Thresholds at Doors.  Thresholds at doors
shall
comply with Section 3106 (e). (sic)

51-20-3106 (f) Changes in Level.  Accessible routes of travel and
accessible spaces within buildings shall have continuous common
floor or ramp surfaces.  Abrupt change in height greater than  
inch shall be beveled to 1 vertical in 2 horizontal.  Changes in
level
greater than 1/2 inch shall be accomplished by means of a ramp
meeting the requirements of 3106 (h).  For Type b dwelling units,
see also Section 3106 (aa).

Commentary

NE  See above.

PNE  Requirement for the direction of the door swing for
Doors in series is not included.

PNE   If the reference should be to 3106 (f) instead of
3106 (e), it is equivalent.

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4.13.9* Door Hardware, Handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other 
operating devices on accessible doors shall have a shape that is 
easy to grasp with one hand and does not require tight grasping, 
tight pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Lever-operated
mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are 
acceptable designs. When sliding doors are fully open, operating 
hardware shall be exposed and usable from both sides. Hardware
required for accessible door passage shall be mounted no higher
than 48 in(1220 mm) above finished floor.

4.13.10* Door Closers. If a door has a closer, then the sweep
period of the closer shall be adjusted so that from an open
position 
of 70 degrees, the door will take at least 3 seconds to move to a 
point 3 in (75 mm) from the latch, measured to the leading edge
of 
the door.

4.13.11* Door Opening Force. The maximum force; for pushing or 
pulling open a door shall be as follows:

  (1) Fire doors shall have the minimum opening force allowable
by
the appropriate administrative authority.

  (2) Other doors. 
   (a) exterior hinged doors: (Reserved).
   (b) interior hinged doors: 5 lbf (22.2N)
   (c) sliding or folding doors: 5 lbf (22.2N)

These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch 
bolts or disengage other devices that may hold the door in a
closed 
position.

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51-203106 (c) Controls and Hardware.  1. Operation.  Handles,
pulls, latches, locks and other operating devices on doors,
windows, cabinets, plumbing fixtures and storage facilities,
shall
have a lever or other shape which will permit operation by wrist
or
arm pressure and does not require tight grasping, pinching or 
twisting to operate.

2. Mounting Heights.  The highest operable part of environmental
And other controls, dispensers, receptacles and other operable
Equipment shall be within a least one of the reach ranges
specified
In Section 3106 (b), and not less than 36 inches above the floor.
Electrical and communications system receptacles on walls shall
be 
Mounted a minimum of 15 inches in height above the floor.  Door
Hardware shall be mounted at not less than 36 inches and not more 
Than 48 inches above the floor.

51-20-3106 (j) 6.  Door Closers.  Where provided, door closers
shall be adjusted to close from an open position of 70 degrees in
not less than 3 seconds, to a point 3 inches from the latch, when
measured to the leading edge of the door.

51-20-3304 (b) Swing and Opening force.  Exit doors shall be of
the 
pivoted or side-hinged swinging type.  Exit doors shall swing in
the direction of exit travel when serving any hazardous area or
when serving an occupant load of 50 or more.  The door latch
shall
release when subjected to a 15-pound force, and the door shall be
set in motion when subjected to a 30-pound force.  The door shall
swing to full-open position when subjected to 15-pound force.
Forces shall be applied to the latch side. Except that at exit
doors
Within the accessible route of travel such force shall not exceed
8.5 pounds, and at sliding and folding doors, and interior
swinging
doors such force shall not exceed 5 pounds.  At exterior doors
where environmental conditions require greater closing pressure,
power-operated doors shall be used within the accessible route of
travel.

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4.13,12* Automatic Doors and Power-Assisted Doors. If an
automatic door is used, then it shall comply with ANSI/BHMA
A.156.10-1985. Slowly opening, low-powered, automatic doors
Shall comply with ANSI A156.19-1984.  Such doors shall not open
to back check faster than 3 seconds and shall require no more
than 
15 lbf (66.6N) to stop door movement. If a power-assisted door is
used, its door-opening force shall comply with 4.13.11 and its 
closing shall conform to the requirements in ANSI A156.19-1984.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (j) 5.  Automatic and Power-Assisted Doors.  Door-
closers or power-operators shall be operable as required by
Section
3304 (h).

EXCEPTION:  Floor pad or electric-eye-actuated power operators.

All power-operated doors shall remain in the fully open position
for
not less than 6 seconds before closing.  Touch switches shall be
mounted 36 inches above the floor and not less than 18 inches nor
more than 36 inches horizontally from the nearest point of travel
of
the moving door.  Other power-operated doors must be actuated
from a location not less than 36 inches from the nearest point of
travel of the moving door.  Power-operated doors shall
automatically reopen when they encounter an obstruction other
than the strike jamb.

51-20-3106 (j) 7.  Vision Panels.  Where vision panels are
provided
in a door, the bottom of the glass shall be not more than 40
inches
above the door.

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4.14 Entrances.

4.14.1 Minimum Number. Entrances required to be accessible by
4.1 shall be part of an accessible route complying with 4.3. Such 
entrances shall be connected by an accessible route to public
transportation stops, to accessible parking and passenger loading 
zones, to public streets or sidewalks if available(see 4.3.2(1)). 
They shall also be connected by an accessible route to all
accessible spaces or elements within the building or facility.

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51-20-3103 (b) Design and Construction.  2.  Accessible Route of
Travel.  When a building or portion of a building, is required to
be
accessible, an accessible route of travel shall be provided to
all
portions of the building, to accessible building entrances and
connecting the building and the public way.  Except within an
accessible dwelling unit, the accessible route of travel to areas
of
primary function may serve but shall not pass through kitchens,
storage rooms, toilet rooms, bathrooms, closets or other similar
spaces.

Accessible routes of travel serving any accessible space or
element
Shall serve as a means of egress for emergencies or connect to an
Area of evacuation assistance.

EXCEPTION:  For sites where natural terrain or other unusual
property characteristics do not allow the provision of an
accessible
route of  travel from the public way to the building, the point
of
vehicular debarkation may be substituted for the accessible
entrance to the site.

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4.14.2 Service Entrances. A service entrance shall not be the
sole 
accessible entrance unless it is the only entrance to a building
or 
facility (For example, in a factory or garage).

4.15 Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers.

4.15.1 Minimum Number. Drinking fountains or water coolers
required to be accessible by 4.1 shall comply with 4.15

4.15.21 Spout Height. Spouts shall be no higher than 36 in (915
mm), measured from the floor or ground surfaces to the spout
outlet (see Fig. 27(a)).

Fig. 27 Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers.

    Fig. 27(a) Spout Height and Knee Clearance. In addition to
clearances discussed in the text, the following knee clearance is
required underneath the fountain: 8 inches (205 mm) minimum
measured from the front edge underneath the fountain back
towards the wall, and a 9 inch (230 mm) minimum high toe space,
measured a maximum 6 inches (150 mm) from the wall. (4.15.2,
4.15.5)

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51-20-3103 (b) 3.  Primary Entry Access.  At least 50% of all
public entries, or a number equal to the number or exits required
by
Section 3303 (a), whichever is greater, shall be accessible.  One
of
the accessible public entries shall be the primary entry to a 
building.  At least one accessible entry must be a ground floor
entrance. Public entries do not include loading or services
entries.

EXCEPTION:  In Group R, Division 1 apartment buildings only the
primary entry need be accessible, provided that the primary entry
provides an accessible route of travel to all dwelling unit
required
to be accessible.

Where a building is designed not to have common or primary
entries, the primary entry to each individual dwelling unit
required
to be accessible, and each individual tenant space, shall be
accessible.

51-20-3105 (d) Other Building Components. 1.  Water Fountains.
on any floor where water fountains are provided, at least 50
percent, but in no case less than one fountain shall be
accessible
complying with Section 3106 (m)  and at least one fountain shall
be
mounted at a standard height.

51-20-3106 (m) 3.  Spout Location.  Spouts shall be located not
more than 36 inches above the floor or ground surface.

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4.15.3 Spout Location. The spouts of drinking fountains and water 
coolers shall be at the front of the unit and shall direct the
water 
flow in a trajectory that is parallel or nearly parallel to the
front 
of the unit, The spout shall provide a flow of water at least 4
in (100
mm) high so as to allow the insertion of a cup or glass under the
flow of water. On an accessible drinking fountain with a round or
oval bowl, the spout must be positioned so the flow of water is
within 3 in (75 mm) of the front edge of the fountain.

4.15.4 Controls. Controls shall comply with 4.27.4. Unit controls 
shall be front mounted or side mounted near the front edge.

4.15.5 Clearances.

  (1) Wall- and post-mounted cantilevered units shall have a
clear 
knee space between the bottom of the apron and the floor or 
ground 
at least 27 in (685 mm) high, 30 in (760 mm) wide, and 17
in to 19 in
(430 mm to 485 mm) deep (see Fig. 27(a) and (b)), Such units
shall also have a minimum clear floor space 30 in by 48 in (760
mm 
by 1220 mm) to allow a person in a wheelchair to Approach the
unit facing forward.

  (2) Free-standing or built-in units not having a clear space
under 
them shall have a clear floor space at least 30 in by 48 in (760
mm 
by 1220 mm) that allows a person in a Wheelchair to make a
parallel approach to the unit (see Fig. 27(c) and (d)). This
clear 
floor space shall comply with 4.2.4.

4.16 Water Closets.

4.16.1 General. Accessible water closets shall comply with 4.16.


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51-20-3106 (m) 3. . .  Spouts shall b e located in the front of
the
unit and shall direct a water flow not less than 4 inches in
height,
in a trajectory parallel to the front of the unit.

51-20-3106 (m) 4.  Controls.  Controls shall be located not more
than 6 inches from the front of the unit and shall comply with
Section 3106 (c).  The force required to activate the control
shall
not exceed 5 pounds.

51-20-3106 (m) Water Fountains.  1.  Clear Floor Space.  Wall-
and post-mounted cantilevered units shall have a minimum clear
floor space in front of the units 30 inches in width by 48 inches
in
depth to allow a forward approach.

Free-standing or built-in units not having a clear space under
them
shall have a clear floor-space at least 30 inches in depth by 48
inches in width in order to allow a person in a wheelchair to
make
a parallel approach to the unit.

2. Knee space.  Wall- and post-mounted cantilevered units shall
have knee space in accordance with Section 3106 (b) 2. B. the
knee space shall be not less than 19 inches in depth.

51-20-3106 (m) 5.  Water Fountains in Alcoves.  Where a unit is
installed in an alcove greater than 3 inches in depth, the alcove
shall be not less than 48 inches in width.  A minimum 24 inches
of
clear space shall be provided from the spout to the nearest side
wall of the alcove.  Recessed units shall be installed such that
the
spout is not recessed beyond the plane of the wall.

51-20-3106 (k)  Bathrooms, Toilet Rooms, Bathing facilities and
Shower Rooms.  1.  General.  Bathrooms, toilet rooms, bathing 
facilities and shower rooms shall be designed in accordance with
this section.  For dwelling units, see also Section 3106 (aa).

Commentary

PNE  WSR requires the spout to be located in the "front"
of the unit.  It is not clear how this would apply to
fountains with round or oval bowls.

PNE  Generally equivalent only if section 3106 (b) 12. C.,
Knee and Toe Clearance is referenced by 51-20-3106 (b) 2.
Section 3106 (b) 2. B. is the T-turn.  We need clarification.

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4.16.2 Clear Floor Space. Clear floor Space for water closets not
in 
stalls shall comply with Fig. 28. Clear floor space may be
arranged 
to allow either a left-handed or right-handed approach.

Fig, 28 Clear Floor Space at Water Closets.

     For a front transfer to the water closet, the minimum clear 
floor space at the water closet is a minimum 48 inches (1220 mm)
in width by a minimum of 66 inches (1675 mm) in length.  For a 
diagonal transfer to the water closet, the minimum clear floor
space 
is a minimum of 48 Inches (1220 mm) In width by a minimum of 56 
inches (1420 mm) in length. For a side transfer to the water
closer, the minimum clear floor space is a minimum of 60 inches 
(1525 mm) in width by a minimum of 56 inches (1420 mm) in
length. (4. 16.2, A4.22.3)

4.16.3* Height. The height of water closets shall be 17 in to 19
in 
(430 mm to 485 mm), measured to the top of the toilet seat (see
Fig. 29(b)) Seats shall not be sprung to return to  lifted
position.

     Fig. 29(b) Side Wall. A 42 inch [1065 mm) minimum
length grab bar is required to the side of the water closet
spaced
12 inches (305 mm) maximum from the back wall and extending a
minimum of 54 inches (1370 mm) from the back wall at a height
between 33 and 36 inches (840-915 mm). The toilet paper
dispenser shall be mounted of a minimum height of 19 inches (485
mm). (4.16.3, 4,16.4, 4.16.6)


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51-20-3106 (k) 5. A. Clear Floor Space.  The lateral distance
from
the center line of the water closet to the nearest obstruction
including grab bars, shall be not less than 18 inches on one side
and 41 inches on the other side. In other than stalls, a clear
floor
space not less than 32 inches measured perpendicular to the wall
on which the water closet is mounted, shall be provided in front
of
the water closet.

EXCEPTION:  A lavatory may be located within the clear floor
space required for a water closet provided that knee and toe 
clearances for the lavatory comply with subsection 7 below and:
A. In Type B dwelling units the edge of the lavatory shall be
located not less than 15 inches from the centerline of the water
closet; or
B. In all other occupancies the edge of the lavatory shall be
located not less than 18 inches from the centerline of the water
closet.

51-20-3106 (k) 5. B. Height.  The height of water closets shall
be
a minimum of 17 inches and a maximum of 19 inches measured to
the top of the seat. Seats shall not be sprung to return to a
lifted
position.

Commentary

PNE  A clarification is needed as to where the lavatory is
Allowed to be in clear floor area.  ADAAG does not allow a
Lavatory in the clear floor area in stalls.

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4.16.4* Grab Bars. Grab Bars for water closets not located in
stalls
shall comply with 4.26 and Fig. 29. The grab bar behind the water 
closet shall be 36 in (915 mm) minimum.

   Fig. 29(a) Back Wall. A 36 inch (915 mm) minimum length
grab bar is required behind the water closet mounted at a height 
between 33 and 36 inches (840-915 mm). The grab bar must
extend a minimum of 12 inches (305) beyond the center of the
water closer toward the side wall and a minimum of 24 inches (610
mm) toward the open side for either a left or right side
approach.
   Fig. 29(b) Side Wall. A 42 inch (1065 mm) minimum
length grab bar is required to the side of the water closet
spaced
12 inches (305 mm) maximum from the back wall and extending a
minimum of 54 inches (1370 mm) from the back wall of a height
between 33 and 36 inches (840-915 mm). The toilet paper
dispenser shall be mounted of a minimum height of 19 inches (485
mm). (4.16.3, 4.16.4, 4.16.6)

4.16.5* Flush Controls. Flush controls shall be hand operated or 
automatic and shall comply with 4.27.4. Controls for flush valves 
shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas no more than 44
in (1120 mm) above the floor.

4.16.6 Dispensers. Toilet paper dispensers shall be installed
within 
reach, as shown in Fig. (29b). Dispensers that control delivery,
or 
that do not permit continuous paper flow, shall not be used.

Fig. 29 (b) ... The toilet paper dispenser shall be mounted at a
minimum height of 19 inches (485 mm). (4.16.3, 4.16.4, 4.16.6)

4.17 Toilet Stalls.

4.17.1 Location. Accessible toilet stalls shall be on an
accessible 
route and shall meet the requirements of 4.17.

4.17.2 Water Closets. Water closets in accessible stalls shall 
comply with 4.16.

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51-20-3106 (k) 5. C.  Grab Bars. Grab bars shall be installed at
one
side and the back of the toilet stall. The top of grab bars shall
be
not less than 33 inches and not more than 36 inches above and 
parallel to the floor.  Grab bars located at the side shall be a 
minimum of 42 inches in length with the front end positioned not
less than 18 inches in front of the water closet, and located not
more than 18 inches from the center line of the water closet. 
Grab
bars located at the back shall be a minimum of 36 inches in
length.
Grab bars shall be mounted not more than 9 inches behind the
water closet seat.

51-20-3106 (k) 5. D.  Flush Controls.  Flush controls shall be
mounted for use from the wide side of the water closet area and
not more than 44 inches above the floor.

51-20-3106 (k) 5. E.  Dispensers and Receptacles.  Toilet paper
and other dispensers or receptacles shall be installed within
easy
reach of the water closet, and shall not interfere with grab bar
utilization. 

51-20-3105 (b) 2 Toilet Facilities. Toilet facilities located
within
accessible dwelling units, guest rooms and congregate residences
shall comply with Sections 3106 (k) and 3106 (aa).
In each toilet facility in other occupancies at least one
wheelchair
accessible toilet stall with an accessible water closet shall be
provided.  In addition, when there are 6 or more water closets
within a toilet facility, at least one other accessible toilet
stall
complying with Section 3106 (k) 1. also shall be installed.

Commentary

PNE  No provision that dispensers cannot control the flow
of paper.

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4.17.3* Size and Arrangement. The size and arrangement of the 
standard toilet stall shall comply with Fig 30(a), Standard
Stall. 
Standard toilet stalls with a minimum depth of 56 in (1420 mm)
(see Fig. 30 (a) shall have wall-mounted water closets. If the
depth 
of a standard toilet stall is increased at least 3 in (75 mm)
then a 
floor-mounted water closet may be used.  Arrangements shown for  
standard toilet stalls may be reversed to allow either a left- or 
right-hand approach. Additional stalls shall be provided in
conformance with 4.22.4.

EXCEPTION: In instances of alteration work where provision of a
standard stall (Fig 30a) is technically infeasible or where
plumbing 
code requirements prevent combining existing stalls to provide 
space, either alternate stall(Fig. 30(b)) may be provided in lieu
of
the standard stall.

Fig. 30 Toilet Stalls.

     Fig. 30(a) Standard Stall. The location of the door is
illustrated to be in front of the clear space (next to, the water
closet), with a maximum stile width of 4 inches (100 mm). An
alternate door location is illustrated to be on the side of the
toilet
stall with a maximum stile width of 4 inches (100 mm). The
minimum width of the standard stall shall be 60 inches (1525 mm).
The centerline of the water closet shall be 18 inches (455 mm)
from the side wall.

     Fig. 30 (a- 1). If a standard stall is provided at the end
of a
row of stalls, the door (if located on the side of the stall may
swing into to the stall if the length of the stall is extended at
least
a minimum of 36 inches (915 mm) beyond the required minimum
length.

     Fig. 30(b) Alternate Stalls. Two alternate stalls are
illustrated; one alternate stall is required to be 36 inches 1915
mm)
in width. The other alternate stall is required to be a minimum
of
48 inches (1220 mm) in width. If a wall mounted water closet is
used, the depth of the stall required to be a minimum of 66
inches (1675 mm). If a floor mounted water closet is used, the
depth of the stall is required to be a minimum of 69 inches (1745
mm). The 36 inch wide stall shall have parallel grab bars an the

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (k) 3.  Wheelchair Accessible Toilet Stalls.  A.
Dimensions.  Wheelchair accessible toilet stalls shall be a least
60
inches in width.  Where wall-hung water closets are installed,
the
depth of the stall shall be not less than 56 inches.  Where
floor-
mounted water closets are installed, the depth of the stall shall
be
not less than 59 inches.  Entry to the compartment shall have a
clear width of 32 inch. Toilet stall doors shall not swing into
the
clear floor space required for any fixture. Except for door
swing, a
clear unobstructed access not less than 48 inches in width shall
be 
provided to toilet stalls.

EXCEPTION:  Toe clearance is not required in a stall with a depth
greater than 60 inches.

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4.17.4 Toe Clearances. In standard stalls, the front partition
and at 
least one side partition shall provide a toe clearance of at
least 9 in 
(230 mm) above the floor. If the depth of the stall is greater
than 
60 in (1526 mm), then the toe clearance is not required. (See
description, figure 30, above.)

4.17.5* Doors. Toilet stall doors, including door hardware, shall 
comply with 4.13. if toilet stall approach is from the latch side
of 
the stall door, clearance between the door side of the stall and
any
obstruction may be reduced to a minimum of 42 in (1065 mm) (Fig.
30). (See description, figure 30, above.)

4.17.6 Grab Bars. Grab bars complying with the length and 
positioning shown in Fig. 30(a) (b), (c), and (d) shall be
provided. 
Grab bars may be mounted with any desired method as long as
they have a gripping surface at the locations shown and do not 
obstruct the required clear floor area. Grab bars shall comply
with 
4.26.

4.18 Urinals. 

4.18.1 General. Accessible urinals shall comply with 4.18. 

4.18.2 Height. Urinals shall be stall-type or wall-hung with an 
elongated rim at a maximum of 17 in (430 mm) above the finish
floor.

4.18.3 Clear Floor Space. A clear floor space 30 in by 48 in (760
mm by 1220 mm) shall be provided in front of urinals to allow 
forward approach. This clear space shall adjoin or overlap an 
accessible route and shall comply with 4.2.4. Urinal shields that
do 
not extend beyond the front edge of the urinal rim may be
provided 
with 29 in (735 mm) clearance between them.

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51-20-3106 (k) 3. B.  toe Clearances.  In toilet stalls, the
front
partition and at least one side partition shall provide a toe
clearance
of a least 9 inches above the floor.

EXCEPTION:  Toe clearance is not required in a stall with a depth
Greater than 60 inches.

51-20-3106 (k) 3. C.  Door Hardware.  Doors of accessible toilet
stall shall comply with Section 3106 (c).

51-20-3106 (k) 5. C.  Grab Bars.  Grab bars shall be installed at
one side and the back of the toilet stall.  The top of grab bars
shall
be not less than 33 inches and not more than 36 inches above and
parallel to the floor.  Grab bars located at the side shall be a
minimum of 42 inches in length with the front end positioned not
less than 18 inches in front of the water closet, and located not
more than 18 inches from the centerline of the water closet.
Grab bars located at the back shall be a minimum of 36 inches in
length.  Grab bars shall be mounted not more than 9 inches behind
the water closet seat.

51-20-3106 (k)  Bathrooms, Toilet Rooms, Bathing Facilities and
Shower Rooms.  1.  General.  Bathrooms, toilet rooms, bathing
facilities and shower rooms shall be designed in accordance with
this Section.  For dwelling units see also Section 3106 (aa).

51-20-3106 (k) 6... Urinals shall be stall-type or wall-hung with
an elongated rim at a maximum of 17 inches above the floor.

51-20-3106 (k) 6.  Urinals.  A clear floor space measuring 30
inches by 48 inches shall be provided in front of urinals. 
Urinal
shields shall have a clear space between them of not less than 29 
inches and shall not extend farther than the front edge of the
urinal
rim.

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4.18.4 Flush Controls. Flush controls shall be hand operated or 
automatic, and shall comply with 4.27.4, and shall be mounted no 
more than 44 in (1120 mm) above the finish floor.
4.19 Lavatories and Mirrors.

4.19.1 General. The requirements of 4.19 shall apply to lavatory
fixtures, vanities, and built-in lavatories.

4.19.2 Height and Clearances. Lavatories shall be mounted with
the 
rim or counter surface no higher than 34 in (865 mm) above the 
finish floor, Provide a clearance of at least 29 in (735 mm)
above 
the finish floor to the bottom of the apron. Knee and too
clearance
shall comply with Fig. 31.
 
Fig. 31 Lavatory Clearances.
 
     The following knee and toe clearances are required
underneath a lavatory., 8 inches (205 mm)l minimum measured
from the front edge underneath the lavatory back towards the
wall,
and a toe clearance 9 inches (230 mm) minimum high, measured a
maximum 6 inches (150 mm) from the wall. A minimum of 27 inches
(685 mm) clear space is required underneath the lavatory bowl.
(4.19.2, 4.19.6). The depth of the knee spaces shall be a minimum
of 17 inches. The required clear floor space shall extend a
maximum depth of 19 inches under the lavatory.

4.19.3 Clear Floor Space. A clear floor space 30 in by 48 in
(760mm 
by 1220 mm) complying with 4.2.4 shall be provided in front  of a 
lavatory to allow forward approach. Such clear floor space shall 
adjoin or overlap an accessible route and shall extend a
maximum of 19 in (485 mm) underneath the lavatory (see Fig. 32).

Fig. 32 Clear Floor Space at Lavatories,

     The minimum depth of the lavatory is 17 inches (430 mm).
(4.19.3, 4.24.5)

4.19.4   Exposed Pipes and Surfaces.  Hot water and drain pipes 
under lavatories shall be insulated or otherwise configured to 
project against contact. There shall be no sharp or abrasive, 
surfaces under lavatories.   

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51-20-3106 (k) 6. . . .Flush controls shall be mounted not more
than 44 inches above the finish floor.

51-20-3106 (k) 7.  Lavatories and Sinks.  A. Clear Floor Space.

51-20-3106 (k) 7. B.  Height.  Lavatories and sinks shall be
mounted with the rim or counter surface not higher than 34 inches
above the finish floor.

51-203106 (k) 7. C.  Knee and Toe Clearances.  (i)  Lavatories.
The total depth of clear space beneath a lavatory shall be not
less
than 17 inches of which toe clearance shall be not more than 6
inches of the total depth.  Knee clearance shall be not less than
29
inches in height and 30 inches in width.

51-20-3106 (k) 7. A.  Clear Floor Space.  A clear floor space not
less than 30 inches by 48 inches shall be provided in front 
of lavatories and sinks.

51-20-3106 (k) 7. D.  Exposed Pipes and Surfaces.  Hot water and
drain pipes exposed under lavatories and sinks shall be insulated
or
otherwise covered.  There shall be no sharp or abrasive surfaces
under lavatories or sinks.

Commentary

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4.19.5 Faucets. Faucets shall comply with 4.27.4.  
Lever-operated, push-type, and electronically controlled 
mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs. If self-closing 
valves are used the faucet shall remain open for at least 10
seconds.

4.19.6* Mirrors. Mirrors shall be mounted with the bottom edge of 
the reflecting surface no higher than 40 in (1015 mm) above the 
finish floor (see Fig. 31). 

4.20 Bathtubs.  

4.20.1 General. Accessible bathtubs shall comply with 4.20.

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51-20-3106 (k) 7. E. Faucets.  Faucet control handles shall be
located not more than 17 inches from the front edge of the  
lavatory, sink or counter, and shall comply with Section 3105
(c).
Self-closing valves shall remain open for at least 10 seconds per
Operation.

51-20-3106 (c)  Controls and hardware 1.  Operation.  Handles,
pulls, latches, locks and other operation devices on doors,
windows, cabinets, plumbing fixtures and storage facilities shall
have a lever or other shapes which will permit operation by wrist
or
arm pressure and does not require tight grasping, pinching or
twisting to operate.

51-20-3106 (k) 8.  Mirrors, Dispensers and Other Fixtures. 
Mirrors
or shelve shall be installed so that the bottom of the mirror or
the
top of the shelf is within 40 inches of the floor.

Drying equipment, towel or other dispensers, and disposal
fixtures
Shall be mounted so as not to exceed 40 inches above the finish
Floor to any rack, operating controls, receptacle or dispenser.

51-20-3106 (k) 9.  Bathtubs.

Commentary

PNE  See below.

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4.20.2 Floor Space.  Clear floor space in front of bathtubs shall
be 
as shown in Fig. 33.

Fig. 33 Clear Floor Space at Bathtubs. (4.20 2, 4.20.3, 4.20.4) 

   Fig. 33(a) With Seat in Tub, If the approach is parallel to
the 
bathtub, a 30 inch (760 mm) minimum width by 60 inch (1525 
mm) minimum length clear space is required alongside the bathtub.
If the approach is perpendicular to the bathtub, a 48 inch (1220
mm) minimum width by 60 inch (1525 mm) minimum length clear
space is required.

   Fig. 33(b) With Seat at Head of Tub. If the approach is
parallel to the bathtub, a 30 inch (760 mm) minimum width by 75
inch (1905 mm) minimum length clear space is required alongside
the bathtub. The seat width must be 15 inches (380 mm) and
must extend the full width of the bathtub.

4.20.3 Seat. An in-tub seat or a seat at the head end of the tub 
shall be provided as shown in Fig. 33 and 34. The structural
strength of seats and their attachments shall comply with 4.26.3. 
Seats shall be mounted securely and shall not slip during use.

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51-20-3106 (k) 9. A.  Clear Floor Space.  A clear floor space not
less than 60 inches in length shall be provided along the tub.
Where the required seat is located at the end of the tub, the
clear
floor space shall be not less than 75 inches in length.  The
clear
floor space shall be not less than 30 inches in width where
access
to the space is parallel to the tub and not less than 48 inches
in
width where access to the space is a right angles to the tub.  A
lavatory which complies with subsection 5, above, may be located
in the clear floor space of the tub.

51-20-3106 (k) 9.B  Seats.  An in-tub seat or a seat at the end
of
the tub shall be provided.  In-tub seats shall be portable and
removable, not less than 12 inches in width and extend the full
width of the tub.  Seats at the end of the tub shall be
constructed
flush with the top of the tub and shall extend not less than 15
inches from the end of the tub.  Seats shall be mounted securely
and shall not slip during use.

Commentary

PNE.  This appears to be generally equivalent in intent but
language must be more precise.  As written, the lavatory
could be located anywhere within the clear floor area,
where as ADAAG only allows a complying lavatory at the
end of the tub where the controls are located.

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4.20,4 Grab Bars. Grab bars complying with 4.26 shall be provided 
as shown in Fig. 33 and 34. 

Fig. 34 Grab Bars at Bathtubs. (4.20.3, 4.20.4, 4.20.5)

     Fig. 34(a) With Seat in Tub. At the foot of the tub, the 
grab bar shall be 24 inches (610 mm) minimum in length measured 
from the outer edge of the tub. On the back wall, two grab bars 
are required. The grab bars mounted on the back (long) wall shall 
be a minimum 24 inches (610 mm) in length located 12 inches
(305 mm) maximum from the foot of the tub and 24 Inches (610 
mm) maximum from the head of the tub. One grab bar shall be 
located 9 inches (230 mm) above the rim of the tub. The others 
shall be 33 to 36 inches (840 mm to 910 mm) above the bathroom  
floor. At the head of the tub, the grab bar shall be a minimum of 
12 inches (305 mm) in length measured from the outer edge of the 
tub. 

     Fig. 34(b) With Seat at Head of Tub. At the foot of the
tub, the grab bar shall be a minimum of 24 Inches (6l0 mm) in 
length measured from the outer edge 'of the tub. On the back
wall, 
two grab bars are required. The grab bars mounted on the back
wall shall be a minimum of 48 inches (1220 mm) in length located
a maximum of 12 inches (305 mm) from the foot of the tub and a
maximum of 15 inches (380 mm) from the head of the tub.
Heights of grab bars are as described above.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (k) 9. C. Grab Bars.  All required grab bars shall be
installed parallel to the floor.  Lower grab bars shall be
installed
centered 9 inches above the tub rim.  Upper or single grab bars
shall be installed centered not less than 33 inches and not more
than 36 inches above the floor of the clear space.
Where a tub has a seat at the end, two grab bars not less than 48
inches in length shall be installed on the wall opposite the
clear
floor space, one end of each shall terminate where the tub abuts
the seat.

Where a tub has an in-tub seat, two grab bars not less than 24
inches in length shall be installed on the wall opposite the
clear
floor space.  The grab bars shall extend to not less than 24
inches
from  one end of the tub and not less than 12 inches from the
other
end.  One grab bar shall be installed on the wall at the end of
the
tub opposite the drain, extending at least 12 inches from the
clear
floor space.

Commentary

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4.20.5 Controls. Faucets and other controls complying with 4.27.4
shall be located as shown in Fig. 34. 

Fig. 34 Grab Bars at Bathtubs. (4.20.3, 4.20.4, 4.20.5)

    Fig. 34(a) With Seat in Tub. At the foot of the tub, the
grab bar shall be 24 inches (610 mm) minimum in length measured
from the outer edge of the rub. On the back wall, two grab bars
are required. The grab bars mounted on the back (long) wall shall
be a minimum 24 inches (610 mm) in length located 12 inches
(305 mm) maximum from the foot of the rub and 24 inches (610
mm) maximum from the head of the tub. One grab bar, shall be
located 9 inches (230 mm) above the rim of the tub. The others
shall be 33 to 36 inches (840 mm to 910 mm) above the
bathroom floor. At the head of the tub, the grab bar shall be a
minimum of 12 Inches (305 mm) in length measured from the outer
edge 
of the tub. 

    Fig. 34(b) With Seat at Head of Tub. At the foot of the 
tub, the grab bar shall be a minimum of 24 inches (610 mm) In
length measured from the outer edge of the tub. On the back wall,
two grab bars are required. The grab bars mounted on the back
wall shall be a minimum of 48 inches (1220 mm) in length located
a maximum of 12 inches (305 mm) from the foot of the tub and a
maximum of 15 inches (380 mm) from the head of the tub.
Heights of grab bars are as described above.

Figure 34 Grab Bars at Bathtubs. (a) and (b)require controls to
be
"offset," located in an area between the open edge and the
midpoint of the tub.

4.20.6 Shower Unit. A shower spray unit with a hose at least 60
in 
(1525 mm) long that can be used both as a fixed shower head 
and as a hand-held shower shall be provided.  

4.20.7 Bathtub Enclosures. If provided, enclosures for bathtubs 
shall not obstruct controls or transfer from Wheelchairs onto
bathtub seats or into tubs. Enclosures on bathtubs shall not have 
tracks mounted on their rims.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (c) Controls and Hardware 1.  Operation.  Handles,
pulls, latches, locks and other operating devices on doors,
windows, cabinets, plumbing fixtures and storage facilities shall
have a lever or other shape which will permit operation by wrist
or
twisting to operate..

51-20-3106 (k) 9.  D. Controls and Fixtures.  Faucets and other
controls shall be located above the tub rim and below the grab
bars, shall be not more than 24 inches laterally from the clear
floor
space and shall comply with Section 3105 (c).

51-20-3106 (k) 9. D. . . . A shower spray unit with a hose at
least
60 inches long that can be used as a fixed shower head or as a  
hand-held shower shall be provided.

51-20-3106 (k) 9. E.  Bathtub Enclosures.  Where provided,
enclosures for bathtubs shall not obstruct controls or transfer
from
wheelchairs onto bathtub seats or into tubs.  Enclosures on  
bathtubs shall not have tracks mounted on their rims.

Commentary

NE  ADAAG drawing requires controls to be offset
Between the open edge of the tub and the centerline.

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4.21 Shower Stalls. 

4.21.1* General. Accessible shower stalls shall comply with 4.21.

4.21.2 Size and Clearances. Except as specified in 9.1.2, shower  
stall size and clear floor space shall comply with Fig. 35(a) or
(b)
The shower stall in Fig. 35(a) shall be 36 in by 36 in (915 mm by
915 mm). Shower stalls required by 9.1.2 shall comply with Fig.   
57(a) or (b). The shower stall in Fig. 35(b) will fit into the
space 
required for a bathtub.

Fig. 35 Shower Size and Clearances.

    Fig. 35(a) 36 inches by 36 inches (915 mm by 915 mm)
Stall (Transfer Shower). The clear floor space shall be a minimum
of
48 inches (1220 mm)in length by a minimum of 36 inches (9.15
mm in width and allow for a parallel approach. The clear floor
space shall extend 1 foot beyond the shower wall on which the
seat
is mounted. 

    Fig. 35(b) 30 inches by 60 inches (760 mm by 1525 mm)
Stall(Roll-In Shower). The clear floor space alongside the shower
shall be a minimum of 60 inches (1220 mm) In length by a minimum
of 36 inches (915 mm) in width.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (k) 10. Showers Stalls.

51-20-3106 (k)10. A.  Configurations.  Shower stalls shall have
one of the following configurations.

(i) Transfer shower stalls shall be 36 inches by 36 inches,
nominal, and shall have a seat; or,

(ii) Roll-in shower stalls shall be not less than 30 inches in
depth by 60 inches in length.

51-20-106 (k) 10 B.  Clear Floor Space.  A clear floor space
not less than 48 inches in length shall be provided adjacent to
shower stalls.  For roll-in shower stalls, the clear floor space
shall be not less than 36 inches in width.  A lavatory which
which complies with Subsection 5 above, may be located in the
clear
floor space of a roll-in shower.

Commentary

NE.  Clear floor space along roll-in shower must be 60 inches in
length; otherwise, it will be obstructed by a lavatory.  Further,
location of the lavatory must be specified to preclude
obstruction of the shower.

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4.21.3 Seat.  A seat shall be provided in shower stalls 36 in by
36
in (915 mm by 915 mm) and shall be as shown in Fig. 36.  The seat
shall be mounted 17 in to 19 in (430 mm to 485 mm)  from the
bathroom floor and shall extend the full depth of the stall.  In
a 36 in
by 36 in ( 915 mm by 915 mm) shower stall, the seat shall be on
the
wall opposite the controls.  Where a fixed seat is provided in a
30 in
by 60 in minimum (760 mm by 1525 mm) shower stall, it shall be a
folding type and shall be mounted on the wall adjacent  to the
controls as shown in Fig. 57.  The structural strength of seats
and
their attachments shall comply with 4.26.3

Fig. 36  Shower Seat Design.

The diagram illustrates an L-shaped shower seat extending the
full 
depth of the stall.  The seat shall be located 1 1/2 inches
(38 mm) maximum from the wall.  The front of the seat (nearest to
opening) shall extend a maximum 16 inches (330 mm) from the
wall.  The back of the seat (against the back wall) shall extend
a maximum of 23 inches (582 mm)  from the side wall and shall be
a
maximum of 15 inches (305 mm) deep.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (k) 10 C. Seats.  In transfer shower stalls, a seat
shall be mounted not less than 17 inches and not more than
19 inches above the floor, and shall extend the full depth of
the stall.  The seat shall be located on the wall opposite the
controls and shall be mounted not more than 1 1/2 inches from
the shower walls.  The seat shall be not more than 16 inches
in width.

EXCEPTION:  A section of the seat not more than 15 inches in
length and adjacent to the wall opposite the clear space, may
be not more than 23 inches in width.

In roll-in shower stalls, a fold down seat complying with the
Dimensional requirements of this subsection, may be installed.

Commentary

NE  Location of seat adjacent to controls is essential.

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4.21.4 Grab Bars.  Grab bars complying with 4.26 shall be
provided
as shown in Fig. 37.

Fig. 37  Grab Bars at Shower Stalls.  (4.21.4, 4.21.5)

   Fig. 37(a) 36 inches by 36 inches (915 mm by 915 mm)
Stall. The diagram illustrates an L-shaped grab bar that is
located
along the full depth of the control wall (opposite the seat) and 
halfway along the back wall.  The grab bar shall be mounted
between  33 to 36 inches (840-915 mm) above the shower floor.
The bottom of the control area shall be a maximum of 38 inches
(965 mm) high and the top of the control area shall be a maximum
of 48 inches (1220 mm) high.  The controls and spray unit shall
be
within 18 inches (455 mm) of the front of the shower.

Fig. 37 (b)  30 inches by 60 inches (760 mm) by 1525 mm)
Stall.  The diagram illustrates a U-shaped grab bar that wraps
around the stall.  The grab bar shall be between 33 to 36 inches
(840-915 mm) high.  The controls are placed in an area between 38
inches and 48 inches (965 mm and 1220 mm) above the floor.  If
the controls are located on the back long wall they shall be
located
27 inches (685 mm) from the side wall.  The shower head and
and control area may be located on either side wall.

4.21.5 Controls.  Faucets and other controls complying with
4.27.4
shall be located as shown in Fig. 37.  In shower stalls 36 in by
36 in
(915 mm by 915 mm), all controls, faucets, and the shower unit
shall be mounted on the side wall opposite the seat.

(See text above).

4.21.6 Shower Unit.  A shower spray unit with a hose at least 60
in
(1525 mm) long that can be used both as a fixed shower head and
as a hand-held shower shall be provided.

EXCEPTION:  In unmonitored facilities where vandalism is a
Consideration, a fixed shower head mounted at 48 in (1220 mm)
Above the shower floor may be used in lieu of a hand-held shower
Head.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (k) 10 D.  Grab Bars.  All required grab bars shall
be installed parallel the floor.  All grab bars shall be
installed
not less than 33 inches and not more than 36 inches above the
floor 
of the clear space.

For transfer shower stalls, a grab bar not less than 18 inches
in length shall be installed on the wall opposite the clear floor
space, one end of which shall terminate at the wall opposite
the seat.   A grab bar not less than 27 inches in length shall
also be installed on the wall opposite the seat.

For roll-in shower stalls, grab bars shall be provided on all
Permanent stall walls.  Grab bars located on either end of the
Stall shall be not less than 27 inches in length.  The grab bar
Located opposite the clear spaces shall be not less than 48
Inches in length.

51-20-3106 (k) 10 E.  Controls and Fixtures.  Faucets and other 
controls shall be located on the same wall as the shower
spray unit, and shall be installed not less than 38 inches or
more than 48 inches above the shower floor and shall comply
with Section 3106 (c). . .

51-20-3106 (k) 10 E. . . .A shower spray unit with a hose at
least 60 inches long that can be used as a fixed shower head
or as a hand-held shower shall be provided.

EXCEPTION:  In unmonitored facilities where vandalism is a
Consideration, a fixed shower head may be installed not more
than 48 inches above the stall floor.

Commentary

NE  Language should be more precise here to ensure that
Controls are useable.  ADAAG is very specific about location of
Controls when placed on back wall and location of controls
Adjacent to a fold down seat in a roll-in/transfer shower.

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4.21.7 Curbs.  If provided, curbs in shower stalls 36 in by 36 in
(915 mm by 915 mm) shall be no higher than 1/2 in (13 mm).
Shower stalls that are 30 in by 60 in (760 mm by 1525 mm)
minimum shall not have curbs.

4.21.8 Shower Enclosures.  If provided, enclosures for shower
stalls
shall not obstruct controls or obstruct transfer from wheelchairs
onto shower seats.

4.22 Toilet Rooms.

4.22.1 Minimum Number.  Toilet facilities required to be
accessible
4.1 shall comply with 4.22.  Accessible toilet rooms shall be on
an accessible route.

4.22.2 Doors. All doors to accessible toilet rooms shall comply
with
4.13. Doors shall not swing into the clear floor space required
for
any fixture.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (k) F.  Thresholds.  In transfer shower stalls,
thresholds shall be flush or beveled with a maximum edge
height of 1/2 inch, and a maximum slope not more than 1
vertical in 2 horizontal.

Thresholds in roll-in shower stalls shall be level with the
Adjacent clear space.

51-20-3106 (k) 10 G.  Shower Enclosures.  Where provided,
enclosures for shower stalls shall not obstruct controls or
transfer from wheelchairs onto shower seats.

51-20-3106 (k)  Bathrooms, Toilet Rooms and Reach ranges.  3.
Unobstructed floor Space.  A floor space, including the vertical
space above such floor space, which is free of any physical
obstruction including door swings, to a height of 29 inches.
Where a pair of doors occurs, the swing of the inactive leaf
may be considered to be unobstructed floor space.
Unobstructed floor space may include toe space that are a
minimum of 9 inches in height and not more than 6 inches in
depth.

51-20-3106 (j) 1.  General.  Doors required to be accessible
shall comply with Section 3304 (Note:  which applies to all
exit doors) and provisions of this section.

Commentary

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4.22.3* Clear Floor Space. The accessible fixtures and controls 
required in 4.22.4, 4.22.5, 4.22.6, and 4.22.7 shall be on an 
accessible route. An unobstructed turning space complying with
4.2.3 shall be provided within an accessible toilet room. The
clear
floor space at fixtures and controls, the accessible route, and
the 
turning space may overlap.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (k) 2.  Unobstructed Floor Space.  An
unobstructed  floor space shall be provided within bathrooms,  
toilet rooms, bathing facilities and shower rooms of sufficient
size to inscribe a circle with a diameter not less than 60
inches.  Doors in any position may encroach into this space by
no more than 12 inches.  The clear floor spaces at fixtures, the
accessible route of travel and the unobstructed floor space
may overlap.
   

51-20-3106 (b) 4 D. Approach to Wheelchair Spaces. One
full unobstructed side of the clear floor or ground space for a
wheelchair shall adjoin or overlap an accessible route of travel,
or shall adjoin another Wheelchair clear space. Clear space
located in an alcove or otherwise confined on all or part of
three sides shall be not less than 36 inches in width where
forward approach is provided, or 60 inches in width where
parallel approach is provided.

Commentary

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4.22.4 Water Closets. If toilet stalls are provided, then at
least 
one shall be a standard toilet stall complying with 4.17; where 6
or more
stalls are provided, in addition to the stall complying with
4.17.3, at
least one stall 36 in (915 mm) wide with an outward swinging,
self-
closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig. 30(d) and
4.26 shall be provided. Water closets in such stalls shall comply
with 4.16. If water closets are not in stalls, then at least one
shall
comply with 4.16.

4.22.5 Urinals.  If urinals are provided, then at least one shall
comply with 4.18. 

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (k) 3.  Wheelchair Accessible Toilet Stalls.  A.
Dimensions.  Wheelchair accessible toilet stall shall be at least
60 inches in width.  Where wall-hung water closets are
installed, the depth of the stall shall be not less than 67
inches.  Where floor-mounted water closets are installed, the
depth of the stall shall be not less than 59 inches.  Entry to
the
compartment shall have a clear width of 32 inches.  Toilet stall
door shall not swing into the clear floor space required for any
fixture.  Except for door swing, a clear unobstructed access
not less than 48 inches in width shall be provided to toilet
stalls. 

EXCEPTION: Toe clearance is not required in a stall with a
depth greater than 60 inches.

51 -20-3106 (k) 4. Ambulatory Accessible Toilet Stalls.
Ambulatory accessible toilet stalls shall be at least 36 inches
in
width, with an outward swinging, self-closing door. Grab bars
shall be installed on each side of the toilet stall and shall
comply with Sections 3106 (k) 4. C. and 3106 (k) 9.

51-20-3106 (k) 5. Water Closets. A. Clear Floor Space. The
lateral distance from the center line of the water closet to the
nearest obstruction, including grab bars, shall be not less than
18 inches on one side and 42 inches on the other side. In
other than stalls, a clear floor space not less than 32 inches
measured perpendicular to the wall on which the water closet
is mounted, shall be provided in front of the water closest.

51-20-3106 (k) 6. Urinals. A clear floor space measuring 30
inches by 48 inches shall be provided in front of urinals. Urinal
shields shall have a clear space between them of not less than
29 inches and shall not extend farther than the front edge of
the urinal rim. Urinals shall be stall-type or wall-hung with an-
elongated rim at a maximum of 17 inches above the floor.

Commentary

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4.22.6  Lavatories and Mirrors.  If lavatories and mirrors are
provided, then at least one of each shall comply with 4.19.

4.22.6 Controls and Dispensers.  If controls, dispensers,
Receptacles, or other equipment are provided, then at least one
of
Each shall be on an accessible route and shall comply with 4.27.

4.23 Bathrooms, Bathing Facilities, and Shower Rooms.

4.23.1 Minimum Number.  Bathrooms, bathing facilities, or shower
Rooms required to be accessible by 4.1 shall comply with 4.23 and
Shall be on an accessible route.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3105 (b) 3.  Lavatories, Mirrors, and Towel Fixtures.  At
least one accessible lavatory shall be provided within any toilet
facility.  Where mirrors, towel fixtures and other toilet and
bathroom accessories are provided, at least one of each shall
be accessible.

51-20-3106 (k) 7.  Lavatories and Sinks.  A. Clear Floor
Space.  A clear floor space not less than 30 inches by 48
inches shall be provided in front of lavatories and sinks.

51-20-3106 (k) 8.  Mirrors, Dispensers and Other Fixtures.
Mirrors or shelves shall be installed so that the bottom of the
Mirror or the top of the shelf is within 40 inches of the floor.

51-20-3106 (k) 8. ...Drying equipment, towel or other
dispensers, and disposal fixtures shall be mounted so as not to
exceed 40 inches above the finished floor to any rack,
operating controls, receptacle or dispenser.

51-20-3106 (c) Controls and Hardware. 1.  Operation.
Handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operating devices on
Doors, windows, cabinets, plumbing fixtures and storage
Facilities, shall have a level or other shape which will permit
Operation by wrist or arm pressure and does not require tight
Grasping, pinching or twisting to operate.

51-20-3105 (b) Bathing and toilet Facilities.  1.  Bathing
Facilities.  When bathing facilities are provided, at least 2
Percent, but not less than 1, bathtub or shower shall be
Accessible.  IN swelling units where both a bathtub and shower
Are provided in the same room, only one need be accessible.

Commentary

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4.23.2 Doors.  Doors to accessible bathrooms shall comply with
4.13. Doors shall not swing into the floor space required for any
fixture.

4.23.3 Clear Floor Space.  The accessible fixtures and controls
required in 4.23.4, 4.23.5, 4.23.6, 4.23.7, 4.23.8, and 4.23.9
shall
be on an accessible route.  An unobstructed turning space
complying with 4.2.3 shall be provided within an accessible
bathroom.  The clear floor spaces at fixtures and controls, the
accessible route, and the turning space may overlap.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3106 (b) Space Allowance and Reach Ranges. 3.
Unobstructed Floor Space.  A floor space, including the vertical
space above such floor space, which is free of any physical
obstruction including door swings, to a height of 29 inches.
Where a pair of doors occurs, the swing of the inactive leaf
may be considered to be unobstructed floor space.
unobstructed floor space may include toe spaces that are a
minimum of 9 inches in height and not more than 6 inches in
depth.

51-20-3106 (j) 1.  General.  Doors required to be accessible
shall comply with Section 3304 (Note: which applies to all
exit doors) and provisions of this section.

51-20-3106 (k) 2.  Unobstructed Floor Space.  An
unobstructed floor space shall be provided within bathrooms,
toilet rooms, bathing facilities and shower rooms of sufficient
size to inscribe a circle with a diameter not less than 60
inches.  Doors in any position may encroach into this space by
no more than 12 inches.  The clear floor spaces at fixtures, the 
accessible route of travel and the unobstructed floor space
may overlap.

51-20-3106(b) 4. D.  Approach to Wheelchair Spaces.  One
full unobstructed side of the clear floor or ground space for a
wheelchair shall adjoin or overlap an accessible route of travel,
or shall adjoin another wheelchair clear space.  Clear space
located in an alcove or otherwise confined on all or part of
three sides shall be not less than 36 inches in width where
forward approach is provided, or 60 inches in width where
parallel approach is provided.

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4.23.4. Water Closets. If toilet stalls are provided, then at
least one
shall be a standard toilet stall complying with 4.17; where 6 or
more
stalls are provided, in addition to the stall complying with
4.17.3, at
least one stall 36 in (915 mm) wide with an outward swinging,
self-
closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig. 30(d) and
4.26 shall be provided.  Water closets in such stalls shall
comply
with 4.16. If water closet are not in stall, then at least one
shall
comply with 4.16.

4.23.5 Urinals.  If urinals are provided, then at least one shall
comply with 4.18.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3105 (b) 2.  Toilet Facilities. . . . In each toilet
facility
in other occupancies, at least one wheelchair accessible toilet
stall with an accessible water closet shall be provided.  In 
addition, when there are 6 or more water closets within a toilet
facility, at least one other accessible toilet stall complying
with
Section 3106 (k) 4.  Also shall be installed.

51-20-3106 (k) 3.  Wheelchair Accessible Toilet Stalls.  A.
Dimensions.  Wheelchair accessible toilet stalls shall be at
least
60 inches in width.  Where wall-hung water closets are
installed, the depth of the stall shall be not less than 56
inches.  Where floor-mounted water closets are installed, the
depth of the stall shall be not less than 59 inches.  Toilet
stall
doors shall not swing into the clear floor space required for any
fixture.  Except for door swing, a clear unobstructed access
not less than 48 inches in width shall be provided to toilet
stalls.

EXCEPTION:  Toe clearance is not required in a stall with a
Depth greater than 60 inches.

51-20-3106 (k) 4.  Ambulatory Accessible Toilet Stalls.
Ambulatory accessible toilet stalls shall be at least 36 inches
in
Width, with an outward swinging, self-closing door.  Grab bars
Shall be installed on each side of the toilet stall and shall
Comply with Sections 3106(k) 4. C and 3106 (k) 9.

51-20-3106 (k) 6.  Urinals.  4.22.5 Urinals.  If urinals are
provided, then at least one shall comply with 4.18.

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4.23.6 Lavatories and Mirrors.  If lavatories and mirrors are
provided, then at least one of each shall comply with 4.19.

4.23.7 Controls and Dispensers.  If controls, dispensers,
receptacles, or other equipment are provided, then at least one
of
each shall be o an accessible route and shall comply with 4.27.

4.23.8 Bathing and Shower Facilities.  If tubs or showers are 
provided, then at least one accessible tub that complies with
4.20
or at least one accessible shower that complies with 4.21 shall
be
provided.

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51-20-3105 (b) 3.  Lavatories, Mirrors and Towel Fixtures.  At
least one accessible lavatory shall be provided within any toilet
facility.  Where mirrors, towel fixtures and other toilet and
bathroom accessories are provided, at least one of each shall
be accessible.

51-20-3106 (k) 7.  Lavatories and Sinks. A. Clear Floor
Space.  A clear floor space not less than 30 inches by 48
inches shall be provided in front of lavatories and sinks.

51-20-3106 (k) 8.  Mirrors, Dispensers and Other Fixtures.
Mirrors or shelves shall be installed so that the bottom of the
mirror or the top of the shelf is within 40 inches of the floor.

51-20-3106 (k) 8. . . .Drying equipment, towel or other
dispensers, and disposal fixtures shall be mounted so as not to
exceed 40 inches above the finished floor to any rack
operating controls, receptacle or dispenser.

51-20-3106 (c) Controls and Hardware.  1.  Operation.
Handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operating devices on
Doors, windows, cabinets, plumbing fixtures and storage
Facilities, shall have a level or other shape which will permit
Operation by wrist or arm pressures and does not require tight
Grasping, pinching or twisting to operate.

51-20-3105 (b) Bathing and Toilet Facilities.  1. Bathing
Facilities.  When bathing facilities are provided, at least 2
percent, but not less than 1, bathtub or shower shall be
accessible.  In dwelling units where both a bathtub and shower
are provided in the same room, only one need be accessible.

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4.23.9*  Medicine  Cabinets.  If medicine cabinets are provided,
at 
least one shall be located with a usable shelf no higher than 44
in
(1120 mm) above the floor space.  The floor space shall comply
with 4.2.4.

4.24 Sinks

4.24.1 General.  Sinks required to be accessible by 4.1 shall
comply
with 4.24.

4.24.2 Height.  Sinks shall be mounted with the counter or rim no
higher than 34 in (865 mm) above the finish floor.

4.24.3 Knee Clearance.  Knee clearance that is a least 27 in (685
mm) high, 30 in (760 mm) wide, and 19 in (485 mm) deep shall be 
provided underneath sinks.

4.24.4 Depth.  Each sink shall be a maximum of 6 1/2in (165 mm)
deep.

4.24.5 Clear Floor Space.  A clear floor space at least 30 in by
48 in
(760 mm by 1220 mm) complying with 4.2.4 shall be provided in
front of a sink to allow forward approach.  The clear floor space
shall be on an accessible route and shall extend a maximum of 19
in
(485 mm) underneath the sink (see Fig. 32)

4.24.6 Exposed Pipes and Surfaces.  Hot water and drain pipes
exposed under sink shall be insulated or otherwise configured so
as
to protect against contact.  There shall be no sharp or abrasive
surfaces under sinks. 

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3105 (b) 3.  Lavatories, Mirrors and Towel fixtures.  At
least one accessible lavatory shall be provided within any toilet
facility.  Where mirrors, towel fixtures and other toilet and
bathroom accessories are provided, at least one of each shall
be accessible.

51-20-3106 (k) 8.  Mirrors, Dispensers, and Other Fixtures.
Mirrors or shelves shall be installed so that the bottom of the
mirror or the top of the shelf is within 40 inches of the floor.
Drying equipment, towel or other dispensers, and disposal
fixtures shall be mounted so as not to exceed 40 inches above
the finished floor to any rack, operating controls, receptacle or
dispenser.

51-20-3106 (k) 7.  Lavatories and Sinks

51-20-3106 (k) 7. B.  Height.  Lavatories and sinks shall be
mounted with the rim or counter surface not higher than 34
inches above the finish floor.

51-20-3106 (k) 7. C (ii) Sinks.  Knee clearance not less than
27 inches in height, 30 inches in width and 19 inches in depth
shall be provided underneath sinks.

51-20-3106 (k) 7. F. Sink Depth.  Sinks shall be not less than
6 1/2 inches in depth.

51-20-3106 (k) 7.  Lavatories and Sinks.  A. Clear Floor
Space.  A clear floor space not less than 30 inches by 48
inches shall be provided in front of lavatories and sinks.

51-20-3106 (k) 7. D. Exposed Pipes and Surfaces.  Hot water
and drain pipes exposed under lavatories and sinks shall be
insulated or otherwise covered.  There shall be no sharp or
abrasive surfaces under lavatories or sinks.

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4.24.7. Faucets.  Faucets shall comply with 4.27.4.
Lever-operated,
push-type, touch-type. Or electronically controlled mechanisms
are
acceptable designs.

4.25 Storage. 

4.25.1 General.  Fixed storage facilities such as cabinets,
shelves,
Closets, and drawers required to be accessible by 4.1 shall
comply
With 4.25.

4.25.2 Clear Floor Space. Clear floor space at least 30 in by 40
in
(760 mm by 1220 mm) complying with 4.2.4 that allows either a 
forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair shall
be
provided at accessible storage facilities.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (k) 7. E.  Faucets.  Faucet control handles shall be
located not more than 17 inches from the front edge of the
lavatory, sink or counter, and shall comply with Section 3106
(c).  Self-closing valves shall remain open for at least 10
seconds per operation.

51-20-3106 (c) Controls and Hardware.  1. Operation.
Handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operating devices on
Doors, windows, cabinets, plumbing fixtures and storage
Facilities, shall have a level or other shape which will permit
Operation by wrist or arm pressure and does not require tight
Grasping, pinching or twisting to operate.

51-20-3106 (r) Storage. Shelving and Display Units.

51-20-3106 (r) Storage.  Shelving and Display Units.  1.   Clear
Floor Space.  Storage, shelving and display units shall have a
Clear 
floor space not less than 30 inches by 48 inches that
allows either a forward or parallel approach.

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4.25.3 Height. Accessible storage spaces shall be within at least 
one of the reach ranges specified in 4.2.5 and 4.2.6 (see Fig, 5
and 
Fig 6). Clothes rods or Shelves shall be a maximum of 54 in (1370 
mm) above the finish floor for a side approach. Where the
distance 
from the Wheelchair to the clothes rod or shelf exceeds I0 in
(255
mm) (as in closets without accessible doors) the height and depth
to
the rod or shelf shall comply with Fig. 38(a) and Fig. 38(b).

Fig. 38 Storage Shelves and Closets.

     Fig. 38(a) Shelves. If the clear floor space allows a
parallel
approach by a person in a Wheelchair and the distance between the
Wheelchair and the shelf exceeds 10 inches, the maximum high side
reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) above the floor and the low
side reach shall be a minimum of 9 inches (230 mm) above the
floor. The shelves can be adjustable. The maximum distance from
the user to the shelf shall be 21 inches (535 mm).

     Fig. 38(b) Closets, If the clear floor space allows a
parallel
approach by a person in a Wheelchair and the distance between the
Wheelchair and the clothes rod exceeds 10 inches the maximum
high side reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm).  The maximum
distance from the user to the clothes rod shall be 21 inches (535
mm).

4.26.4 Hardware. Hardware for accessible storage facilities shall 
comply with 4.27.4. Touch latches and U-shaped pulls are 
acceptable.4.26 Handrails, Grab Bars, and Tub and Shower Seats.  

4.26.1* General. All handrails, grab bars, and tub and shower
seats
required to be accessible by 4.1, 4.8, 4.9, 4,16, 4.17, 4.20 or 
4.21 shall comply with 4.26.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (r) 2. Height.  Accessible storage, shelving and
display units shall be within the reach ranges specified in
Sections 3106 (b) 2. D. or 3106 (b) 2. E.  Clothes rods shall
Be not more than 54 inches above the floor.

51-20-3106 (c) Controls and hardware.  1. Operation.
Handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operating devises on
Doors, windows, cabinets, plumbing fixtures and storage
Facilities, shall have a level or other shape which will permit
operation by wrist or arm pressure and does not require tight
Grasping, pinching or twisting to operate.

51-20-3106 (k) 11.  Structural Requirements for Grab Bars and
Tub and Shower Seats.  A. General.  All grab bars, and tub
and shower seats required to be accessible shall comply with
this section.

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4.26.2* Size and Spacing of Grab Bars and Handrails.  The
diameter
or width of the gripping surfaces of a handrail or grab bar shall
be
1-1/4 in to 1-1/2 in (32 mm to 38 mm), or the shape shall provide
an equivalent gripping surface. If handrails or grab bars are
mounted adjacent to a wall, the space between the wall and the
grab bar shall be 1-1/2 in (38 mm) (see Fig. 39(a), (b), (c), and
(e)).
Handrails may be located in a recess if the recess is a maximum
of 3
in (75 mm) deep and extends at least 18 in (455 mm) above the top
of the rail (see Fig. 39(d)).

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (k) 11. B. Size and Spacing for Grab Bars.  Grab
bars shall have an outside diameter of not less than 1-1/4 inch
nor more than 1 1/2 inches and shall provide a clearance of 1-
1/2 inches between the grab bar and the wall.

51-20-3306 (i)  Handrails.  Stairways shall have handrails on
each side, and every stairway require to be more than 88
inches in width shall be provided with not less than one
intermediate handrail for each 88 inches of required width.
Intermediate handrails shall be spaced approximately equally
across the entire width of the stairway.
EXCEPTION: 1. Stairways less than 44 inches in width or
stairways serving one individual dwelling unit in Group R,
Division 1 or 3 occupancies, or a Group R, Division 3.
congregate residence may have one handrail.
2. Private stairways 20 inches or less in height may have
handrails on one side only.
3. Stairways having less than four risers and serving one
individual dwelling unit in Group R, Division 1 or 3, or a Group
R. Division 3 congregate residence or serving Group M.
Occupancies need not have handrails.

The top of handrails and handrail extensions shall be placed
not less than 34 inches or more than 38 inches above the
nosing of treads and landings. Handrails shall be continuous
the full length of the stairs and, except for private stairways,
at least one handrail shall extend in the direction of the stair
run not less than 12 inches beyond the top riser or less than
23 inches beyond the bottom riser. Ends shall be returned or
shall terminate in newel posts or safety terminals.

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4.26.3 Structural Strength.  The structural strength of grab
bars,
tub and shower seats, fasteners, and mounting devices shall meet
the following specification:

 (1) Bending stress in a grab bar or seat induced by the maximum
Bending moment from the application of 250 lbf (1112N) shall be
Less than the allowable stress for the material of the grab bar
or
Seat.

 (2) Shear stress induced in a grab bar or seat by the
application of
250 lbf (1112N) shall be less than the allowable shear stress for
the
material of the grab bar or seat.  If the connection between the
grab
bar or seat and its mounting bracket or other support is
considered
to be fully restrained, then direct and torsional shear stresses
shall
be totaled for the combined shear stress, which shall not exceed
the
allowable shear stress.

 (3) Shear force induced in a fastener or mounting device from
the
Application of 250 lbf (1112N) shall be less than the allowable
Lateral load of either the fastener or mounting device or the
Supporting structure, whichever is the smaller allowable load.

 (4) Tensile force induced in a fastener by a direct tension
force of
250 lbf (1112N) plus the maximum moment from the application of
250 lbf (1112N) shall be less than the allowable withdrawal load
between the fastener and the supporting structure.

The handgrip portion of handrails shall be not less than 1 1/2
inches or more than 2 inches in cross-sectional dimension or
the shape shall provide an equivalent gripping surface.  The
handgrip portion of handrails shall have a smooth surface with
no sharp corners.

Handrails projecting from a wall shall have a space of not less
than 1 1/2 inches between the wall and the handrail.  Any
recess containing a handrail shall allow a clearance of not less
than 18 inches above the top of the rail, and be not more
than 3 inches in horizontal depth.

Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (k) 11. C.  Structural Strength.  The structural
strength of grab bars, tub and shower seats, fasteners and
mounting devices shall meet the following specifications:

(1) Bending stress in a grab bar or seat induced by the Maximum 
bending moment from the application of 300 lbs.
Shall be less than the; the allowable stress for the material of
the
Grab bar or seat.

(2) Shear stress in a grab bar or seat by the application of 300
lbs. Shall be less than the allowable shear stress for the
material of the grab bar or seat.  If the connection between the
grab bar or seat and its mounting brackets or other support is
considered to be fully restrained, then direct and torsional
shear stresses shall be totaled for the combined shear stress,
which shall not exceed the allowable shear stress.

(3) Shear force induced in a fastener or mounting device from
The application of 300 lbs. shall be less than the allowable
lateral load of either the fastener or mounting device or the
supporting structure, whichever is the smaller allowable load.

(4) Tensile force induced in a fastener by a direct tension
force of 300 lbs. plus the maximum moment from the
application of 300 lbs. shall be less than the allowable
withdrawal load between the fastener and the supporting
structure.  

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 (5) Grab bars shall not rotate within their fittings.

4.26.4 Eliminating Hazards.  A handrail or grab bar and any wall
or
other surface adjacent to its shall be free of any sharp or
abrasive
elements.  Edges shall have a minimum radius of 1/8 in (3.2 mm).

4.27  Controls and Operating Mechanisms.

4.27.1 General.  Controls and operating mechanisms required to be
accessible by 4.1 shall comply with 4.27

4.27.2 Clear Floor Space.  Clear floor spaces complying with
4.2.4
that allows a forward or a parallel approach by a person using a 
wheelchair shall be provided at controls, dispensers,
receptacles,
and other operable equipment.

4.27.3* Height.  The highest operable part of controls,
dispenser,
receptacles, and other operable equipment shall be placed within
at
at least one of the reach range specified in 4.2.5 and 4.2.6.
Electrical
and communications system receptacles on walls shall be mounted
no less than 15 in (380 mm) above the floor.

EXCEPTION:  these requirements do not apply where the use of
special equipment dictates otherwise or where electrical and
communications systems receptacles are not normally intended for
use by building occupants.

4.27.4 Operation.  Controls and operating mechanisms shall be
operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping,
pinching, or twisting of the wrist.  The force required to
activate
controls shall be no greater than 5 lbf (22.2N).

4.28  Alarms

4.28.1 General.  Alarm systems required to be accessible by 4.1
shall comply with 4.28.  At a minimum, visual signal appliances
shall be provided in building and facilities in each of the
following
areas:  restrooms and any other general usage areas ( e.g.,
meeting
rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (k) 11 D.  Special Hazards. A grab bar and any
wall or other surface adjacent to it shall be free of any sharp
or
abrasive elements.  Edges shall have a minimum radius of 1/8
inch.

51-20-3106 (c) Controls and Hardware

51-20-3106 (c) 3.  Clear Floor Space.  Clear floor space that
allows a forward or a side approach shall be provided at all
controls or hardware.

51-20-3106 (c) 2.  Mounting Heights.  The highest operable
part of environmental and other controls, dispensers,
receptacles and other operable equipment shall be within at
least one of the reach ranges specified in Section 3106 (b),
and not less than 36 inches above the floor.  Electrical and
communications system receptacles on walls shall be mounted
a minimum of 15 inches in height above the floor.  Door
hardware shall be mounted at not less than 36 inches and not
more than 48 inches above the floor.

51-20-3106 (c) 1.  Operation.  Handles, pulls, latches, locks
and other operating devices on doors, windows, cabinets,
plumbing fixtures and storage facilities, shall have a lever or
other shape which will permit operation by wrist or arm
pressure and does not require tight grasping, pinching or
twisting to operate.

51-20-3105 (d) 9.  Alarms.  Alarms systems where provided,
shall include both audible and visible alarms.  The alarm
devices shall be located in all sleeping accommodations and
common-use areas including toilet rooms and bathing facilities,
hallways, and lobbies.

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4.28.2* Audible Alarms.  If provided, audible emergency alarms
shall produce a sound that exceeds the prevailing equivalent
sound
level in the room or space by at least 15 dbA or exceeds any,
maximum sound level with a duration of 60 seconds by 5 dbA,
whichever is louder.  Sound levels for alarm signals shall not
exceed
120 dbA.

4.28.3*  Visual Alarms.  Visual alarm signal appliances shall be
integrated into the building or facility alarm system.  If single
station
audible alarms are provided then single station visual alarm
signals
shall be provided.  Visual alarm signals shall have the following
minimum photometric and location features:

 (1) The lamp shall be a xenon strobe type or equivalent.
 (2) The color shall be clear or nominal white(i.e., unfiltered
or
clear filtered white light).
 (3) The maximum pulse duration shall be tow-tenths of one
second (0.2 sec) with a maximum duty cycle of 40 percent.  The
points of 10 percent of maximum signal.
 (4) The intensity shall e a minimum of 75 candela.
 (5) The flash rate shall be a minimum of 1 Hz and a maximum of 3
Hz.
 (6) The appliance shall be placed 80 inches (2030 mm) above the
highest floor level within the space or 6 in (152 mm) below the
ceiling, whichever is lower.
 (7)In general, no place in any room or space required to have a
visual signal appliance shall be more than 50 ft (15 M) from the
signal (in the horizontal plane).  In large rooms and spaces
exceeding
100 Ft (30 m) across, without obstruction 6 ft. (2 m) above the
finish floor, such as auditoriums, devices may be placed around
the
perimeter, spaced a maximum 100 ft. (30 m) apart, in lieu of
suspending appliances from the ceiling.
 (8) No place in common corridors or hallways in which visual
alarm signaling appliance are required shall be more than 50 ft
(15
m) from the signal.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (o) Alarms. 1. Audible Alarms. Audible alarms
shall produce a sound in accordance with UBC Standard No.
14-1.

Appendix, Chapter 31 Division IV.  51-20-92118 (b)  Audible
Alarms.  Audible alarms shall exceed the prevailing equivalent
sound level in the room or space by at least 15 decibels, or
shall exceed any maximum sound level with a duration of 30
seconds by 5 decibels, whichever is louder.  Sound levels for
alarm signals shall not exceed 120 decibels.

51-20-3106 (o) 2.  Visible Alarms.  Visible alarms shall be
located not less than 80 inches above floor level, or 6 inches
below the ceiling, whichever is lower, and at an interval of not
less than 50 feet horizontal, in rooms, corridors and hallways.

In rooms or spaces exceeding 100 feet in horizontal dimension,
with no obstructions exceeding 6 feet in height above the
finished floor, visible alarms may be placed around the
perimeter at intervals not to exceed 100 feet horizontally.

Guidelines for visible alarm type, color, intensity and flash
rate
are found in Appendix Chapter 31, Division V.

Appendix Chapter 431 Division V.
51-20-93119 (b) Visible Alarms.  Visible alarm signals shall
have the following minimum photometric and location features:
1. The lamp shall be a xenon strobe type.
2. The color shall be clear (i.e., unfiltered or clear filtered
white light).
3. The intensity shall be a minimum of 75 candela seconds
And a maximum of 120 candela seconds.
4. The flash rate shall be a minimum of 1 Hz and a maximum
of 3 Hz.
5. the appliance shall be placed a minimum of 80 inches
above the highest floor level within the space.
6. No place in any room shall be more than 50 feet form the
signal( in the horizontal plane).
7.  No place in corridors or hallways shall be more than 50 feet
from the signal.

Commentary

PNE  Sound level requirement is contained only in appendix of
UBC Standard No. 14-1 and Appendix, Chapter 31.  Therefore,
it is not enforceable.

NE  Performance criteria are found in the appendix,  Appendix
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4.28.4*  Auxiliary Alarms.  Units and sleeping accommodations
shall
have a visual alarm connected to the building emergency alarm
system or shall have a standard 110-volt electrical receptacle
into
which such an alarm can be connected and a means by which a
signal from the building emergency alarm system can trigger such
an
auxiliary alarm. When visual alarms are in place the signal shall
be
alarm or receptacle shall be provided.

4.29 Detectable Warnings.

4.29.1  General.  Detectable warnings required by 4.1 and 4.7
shall
comply with 4.29.

4.29.2* Detectable Warnings on Walking Surfaces.  Detectable
warnings shall consist of raised truncated domes with a diameter
of
nominal 0.9 in (23 mm), a height of nominal 0.2 in (5 mm) and a 
center-to-center spacing of nominal 2.35 in (60 mm) and shall
contrast visually with adjoining surfaces, either light-on-dark,
or
dark-on-light.

The material used to provide contrast shall be an integral part
of the
walking surface.  Detectable warnings used on interior surfaces
shall
differ from adjoining walking surfaces in resiliency or
sound-on-cane
contact.

4.29.3 Detectable Warnings on Doors To Hazardous Areas.
(Reserved).

4.29.3. Detectable Warnings at Stairs.  (Reserved).

Washington State Regulation

51.20-3105 (d) Alarms.  Alarm systems where provided,
shall include both audible and visible alarms.  The alarm
devices shall be located in all sleeping accommodations and
common-use areas including toilet rooms and bathing Facilities,
hallways, and lobbies.

51-20-3106 (o) 3.  Access to Manual Fire Alarm Systems.
Manual fire alarm devices shall be mounted not more than 54
inches above the floor provided that parallel approach is
provided.

51-20-3106 (q) Detectable Warnings.

51-20-3106 (q) Detectable Warnings.  1.  Walking surfaces.
Detectable warnings on walking surfaces shall consist of raised
truncated domes having a diameter of 0.9 inches nominal, a
height of 0.2 inches nominal and a center-to-center spacing of
2.35 inches nominal, and shall contrast visually with adjoining
surfaces.

See also Appendix Chapter 31, Divisions III and VI same as
ADAAG Appendix A4.29.2.

51-20-3106 (q) Door to Hazardous Areas.  Knobs or handles
or other operating hardware on doors leading to loading
platforms, stages, mechanical equipment rooms or other areas
hazardous to the blind shall be knurled or otherwise rough to
the touch.  Such surfaces shall not be provided for emergency
exit doors or any doors other than those to hazardous areas.
Textured surfaces for detectable door warnings shall be
consistent within a building, facility, site or complex of
buildings.

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4.29.4 Detectable Warnings at Hazardous Vehicular Areas.  If a
walk crosses or adjoins a vehicular way, and the walking surfaces
are not separated by curbs, railings, or other elements between
the
pedestrian areas and vehicular areas, the boundary between the
areas shall be defined by a continuous detectable warning which
is
36 in (915 mm) wide, complying with 4.29.2.

4.29.5 Detectable Warnings at Reflecting Pools.  The edges of
reflecting pools shall be protected by railings, walls, curbs. Or
detectable warnings complying with 4.29.2.

4.29.6 Standardization (Reserved).

4.30 Signage

4.30.1* General.  Signage required to be accessible by 4.1 shall
comply with the applicable provisions of 4.30

4.30.2* Character Proportion.  Letters and numbers on signs shall
have a width-to-height ratio between 3:5 and 1:1 and a
stroke-width-to-height ratio between 1:5 and 1:10.

4.30.3 Character Height.  Character and numbers on signs shall be
sized according to the viewing distance from which they are to be
read.  The minimum height is measured using an upper case X.
Lower case characters are permitted.

Height Above Finished Floor         Minimum Character Height
  Suspended or Projected
  Overhead in compliance             3 in (75 mm)  minimum
       with 4.4.2

51-20-3106 (d) 9.  Vehicular Areas.  Where an accessible
route of travel crosses or adjoins a vehicular way, and where
there are no curbs, railings or other elements detectable by a
person who has severe vision impairment separating the
pedestrian and vehicular areas, the boundary between the
areas shall be defined by a continuous detectable warning not
less than 36 inches wide, complying with Section 3106 (g).

51-20-3106 (d) 6. Edge Protection.  Guardrails designed and
constructed in accordance with Section 1712 shall be provided
on any portion of an accessible route of travel which is more
than 30 inches above the grade or floor below.  Any portion of 
the edge of an accessible route of travel which is more than 
1/2 inch above adjacent grade or floor shall be provided with a
protective railing with the top of the rail at a height of 34
inches nominal and a mid-rail at a height of 18 inches nominal.

51-20-3106 (p) Signage.

51-20-3106 (p) 4.  Character Proportion and Height.  Letters
and numbers on signs shall have a width-to-height ratio
between 3:5 and 1:1 and a stroke-width-to-height ratio
between 1:5 and 1:10.

51-20-3106 (p) 4.   Characters and numbers on signs shall
be sized according to the viewing distance from which they are
to be read.  The minimum character height for signs that are
suspended or projected overhead is 3 inches for upper case
letters.  Lower case letters are permitted.

Commentary

PNE  Equivalent if reference is to 3106(q).

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4.30.4* Raised and Brailled Characters and Pictorial Symbol Signs
(Pictograms). Letters and numerals shall be raised 1/32 in, upper
case, sans serif or simple serif type and shall be accompanied
with 
Grade 2 Braille. Raised characters shall be at least 5/8 in (16
mm)
high, but no higher than 2 in (50 mm). Pictograms shall be 
accompanied by the equivalent verbal description placed directly
below the pictogram. The border dimension of the pictogram shall
be 6 in (152 mm) minimum in height .

4.30.5* Finish and Contrast. The characters and background of
signs shall be eggshell, matte, or other non-glare finish.
Characters
and symbols shall contrast with their background -- either light 
characters on a dark background or dark characters on a light
background.

4.30.6 Mounting Location and Height. Where permanent
identification is provided for rooms and spaces, signs shall be 
installed on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door.
Where 
there is no wall space to the latch side of the door, including
at 
double leaf doors, signs shall be placed on the nearest adjacent
wall.
Mounting height shall be 60 in (1525 mm) above the finish floor
to
the centerline of the sign. Mounting location for such signage
shall
be so that a person may approach within 3 in (76 mm) of signage
without encountering protruding objects or standing within the
swing of a door. 

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (p) S. Raised and Brailled Characters and Pictorial
Symbol Signs (Pictograms). Letters and numerals shall be
raised not less than 1/32 inch; shall be upper case, simple
typeface; and shall be accompanied with Grade 2 Braille.
Raised characters shall be not less than 5/8 inch or more than
2 inches in height. Where provided, pictograms shall be placed 
accompanied by the equivalent verbal description
directly below the pictogram. The border dimension of the 
pictogram shall be not less than 6 inches in height.

51.20.3106 (p) 3. Finish and Color. Characters and symbols
shall have a high contrast with their background. The
character and background of interior signs shall be eggshell,
matte, or other nonglare finish.

See also Appendix Chapter 31 Division VI, same as ADAAG,
Appendix A3.30.5.

All interior and exterior signs depicting the International
Symbol of Access shall be white on a blue background.

51-20-3106 (p) 2. Mounting Location and Height. Signs shall
be installed on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door.
Signs shall be centered at 60 inches above the finished floor.
Mounting location for signange shall be such be such that a
person
may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering
protruding objects or standing within the swing of a door.

Commentary

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4.30.7* Symbols of Accessibility.

 (1) Facilities and elements required to be identified as
accessible
by 4.1 shall use the international symbol of accessibility. The
symbol shall be displayed as shown in Fig. 43(a) and (b).

Fig. 43 International Symbols.

     Fig. 43(a) Proportions, International Symbol of
Accessibility. 
The diagram illustrates the International Symbol of Accessibility
on a
grid background.

     Fig. 43(b) Display Conditions, International Symbol of
Accessibility. The symbol contrast shall be light on dark, or
dark on
light.

 (2) Volume Control Telephones. Telephones required to have a
volume control by 4.1.3(17)(b) shall be identified by a sign
containing a depiction of a telephone handset with radiating
sound
waves.

 (3) Text Telephones. Text telephones required by 4.1.3(l7)(c)
shall be identified by the international TDD symbol, (Fig 43(c)).
In
addition, if a facility has a public text telephone, directional
signage
indicating the location of the nearest text telephone shall be
placed
adjacent to all banks of telephones which do not contain a text
telephone, Such directional signage shall include the
international
TDD symbol. If a facility has no banks of telephones, the
directional
signage shall be provided at the entrance (e.g., in a building
directory).

 (4) Assistive Listening Systems. In assembly areas where
permanently installed assistive listening systems are required by
4.1.3(19)(b) the availability of such systems shall be identified
with
signage that includes the international symbol of access for
hearing
loss (Fig 43(d)).

4.30.8* Illumination Levels, (Reserved).

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3103 (b) 4. Signs. A. International Symbol of Access.
1. International Symbol of Access. A. General, The
International Symbol of Access shall be as shown below.
(Note: picture of International Access Symbol.)

51-20-3106 (p) 1. B. Text Telephones. Text Telephones 
required by Section 3105 (d) 2. shall be identified by the
International Text Telephone symbol as shown below: (Note
International TDD Symbol pictured.)

51-20-3106 (p) 1. C. Assistive Listening Systems.
Permanently installed assistive listening systems that are
required by Section 3103 (a) 2. B. shall be identified by the
International Symbol of Access for Hearing Loss as shown
below: (Note: International Symbol of Access for Hearing
Loss pictured.)

51-20-3106 (p) 1. D. Volume Control Telephones. Telephones
required by Section 3105 (d) 2. to have volume controls shall
be identified by a handset with radiating sound waves.

Commentary 

NE Section does not require directional signage at banks of
phones which do not contain TDDS.

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4.31 Telephones.

4.31.1 General. Public telephones required to be accessible by
4.1
shall comply with 4.31.

4.31.2 Clear Floor or Ground Space. A clear floor or ground space 
at least 30 in by 48 in (760 mm by 1220 mm) that allows either a
forward or parallel approach by a person using a Wheelchair shall
be 
provided at telephones (see Fig. 44). The clear floor or ground
space shall comply with 4.2.4. Bases, enclosures, and fixed seats 
Wheelchairs.

Fig. 44 Mounting Heights and Clearances for Telephones.

     Fig. 44(a)  Side Reach Possible. If a parallel approach is
provided at a telephone in an enclosure, the wing walls and shelf 
may extend beyond the face of the telephone a maximum of 10
inches (255 mm).

     Fig. 44(b) Forward Reach Required. If a front approach is
provided at a telephone with an enclosure, the shelf can extend
beyond the face of the telephone a maximum of 20 inches (510
mm). A wing wall may extend beyond the face of the telephone a
maximum of 24 inches (610 mm). If the wing wall extends more
than 24 inches (610 mm) beyond the face of the telephone, an
additional 6 inches (150 mm) in width of clear floor space shall
be
provided.

4.31.3* Mounting Height. The highest operable part of the
telephone shall be within the reach ranges specified in 4.2.5 or 
4.2.6.

4.31.4 Protruding Objects. Telephones shall comply with 4.4.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (n) Telephones.

51-20-3106 (n) 1. Clear Floor or Ground Space. A clear floor
or ground space not less than 30 inches by 48 inches that
allowed either a forward or parallel approach shall be provided
in front of telephones. Bases, enclosures and fixed seats shall
not project into the clear floor space.
Where parallel approach is provided, any shelf or enclosure
shall not project further than 10 inches beyond the face of the
telephone.

Where a forward approach is provided, any shelf shall not
project further than 20 inches beyond the face of the
telephone; any enclosure panels shall be a minimum 30 inches
apart, and where less than 36 inches apart, shall project no
more than 24 inches beyond the face of the phone.

51-20-3 1 06 (Sn) 2. Height. The highest operable part of a
telephone shall be within the reach ranges specified in Sections
3106 (b) 2.D. or 3106 (b) 2. E.

Commentary

PNE  This section is equivalent only if the numbers referenced
are changed to 3106 (b) 4. D. and 3106 (b) 4. E.

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4.31.5 Hearing Aid Compatible and Volume Control Telephones
Required by 4.1

  (1)Telephones shall be hearing aid compatible.

  (2) Volume controls, capable of a minimum of 12 dbA and a
maximum of 18 dbA above normal, shall be provided in accordance
with 4.1.3. If an automatic reset is provided then 18 dbA may be
exceeded.

4.31.6 Controls. Telephones shall have pushbutton controls where  

service for such equipment is available.

4.31.7 Telephone Books. Telephone books, if provided, shall be 
located in a position that complies with the reach ranges
specified in
4.2.5 and 4.2.6.

4.31.8 Cord Length. The cord from the telephone to the handset
shall be at least 29 in (735 mm) long.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (n) 3. Equipment for Persons with Hearing
Impairments. Telephones shall be equipped with volume
controls and shall be hearing aid compatible. Volume controls
shall be capable of increasing volume not less than 12 dbA or
more than 18 dbA above normal.

51-20-3106 (n) 4. Controls. Telephones shall have
pushbutton controls where service for such equipment is
available.

51-20-3106 (n) 5. Cord Length. The card from the telephone
to the handset shall be not less than 29 inches in length.

Commentary

PNE

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4.31.9* Text Telephones Required by 4.1,

  (1) Text telephones used with a pay telephone shall be
permanently affixed within, or adjacent to, the telephone
enclosure.  
If an acoustic coupler is used, the telephone cord shall be
sufficiently long to allow connection of the text telephone and
the
telephone receiver

  (2) Pay telephones designed to accommodate a portable text  
telephone shall be equipped with a shelf and an electrical outlet
within or adjacent to the telephone enclosure. The telephone
handset shall be capable of being placed flush on the surface of
the
shelf. The shelf shall be capable of accommodating a text
telephone
and shall have 6 in (I52 mm) minimum vertical clearance in the
area
where the text telephone is to be placed.

(3) Equivalent facilitation may be provided, For example, a
portable text telephone may be made available in a hotel at the
registration desk if it is available an a 24-hour basis for use
with
nearby public pay telephones. In this instance, at least one pay
telephone shall comply with paragraphs of this section. In
addition,
if an acoustic coupler is used, the telephone handset cord shall
be
sufficiently long so as to allow connection of the text telephone
and
the telephone receiver. Directional signage shall be provided and
shall comply with 4.30.7.

4.32 Fixed or Built-in Seating and Tables.

4.32.1 Minimum Number. Fixed or built-in seating or tables
required
to be accessible by 4.1 shall comply with 4.32.

4.32.2 Seating. If seating spaces for people in wheelchairs are
provided at fixed tables or counters, clear floor space complying
with 4.2.4 shall be provided. Such clear floor space shall not 
overlap knee space by more than 19 in (485 mm) (see Fig. 45).   

4.32 3 Knee Clearances. If seating for people in wheelchairs are
provided at tables or counters, knee spaces at least 27 in (685
mm)
high, 30 in (760 mm) wide, and 19 in (485 mm) deep shall be
provided (see Fig. 45).

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (n) 6. Text Telephones. Text telephones shall be
permanently affixed within, or adjacent to the telephone
enclosure. Where an acoustic coupler is used, the telephone
cord shall be sufficiently long to allow connection of the text
telephone and the telephone receiver.

51-20-3106 (n) 7. Shelf and Electrical Outlet. Shelves and an
electrical outlet shall be located within or adjacent to the
telephone enclosure. The shelf shall be not less than 10
inches by 10 inches in dimension, with a vertical clearance
above the shelf of not less than 6 inches. The telephone
handset shall be capable of being placed flush on the surface
of the shelf.

51-20-3106 (s) Seating, Tables, and Sinks.

51-20-31 06 (a) 1. Clear Floor Space. Seating spaces at
tables, and sinks shall have a clear floor space of not less than
30 inches by 48 inches that allows forward approach. The -
clear floor space shall not overlap knee space by more than 19
inches.

51-20-3106 (s) 2. Knee Clearances. Knee space at tables,
counters, and sinks shall be provided in accordance with
Section 3106 (b) 2. B. No projection which might obstruct the
arm of a Wheelchair may intrude into this clearance height,
within 24 inches horizontally from the table edge.
Commentary

PNE  Clarification needed. This section should reference 3106
(b) 4. B. to be equivalent.

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4.32.4* Height of Tables or Counters. The tops of accessible
tables 
and counters shall be from 28 in to 34 in (710 mm to 865 mm)
above the finish floor or ground. 

4.33 Assembly Areas.

4.33.1 Minimum Number. Assembly and associated areas required
to be accessible by 4.1 shall comply with 4.33.

4.33.2* Size of Wheelchair Locations. Each Wheelchair location
shall provide minimum clear ground or floor spaces as shown in
Fig. 
46.

Fig. 46 Space Requirements for Wheelchair, Seating Spaces in
Series

     Fig. 46(a) Forward or Rear Access. If seating space for two
wheelchair users is accessed from the front or rear, the minimum
space required Is 48 inches (1220 mm) deep by 66 inches (1675
mm) wide.

     Fig. 46(b) Side Access. If seating space for two wheelchair
users is accessed from the side, the minimum space required is 60
inches (1525 mm) deep by 66 inches (1675 mm) wide.

4.33.3* Placement of Wheelchair Locations. Wheelchair areas shall
be an integral part of any fixed seating plan and shall be
provided so
as to provide people with physical disabilities a choice of
admission
prices and lines of sight comparable to those for members of the 
general public. They shall adjoin an accessible route that also
serves as a means of egress in case of emergency. At least one
companion fixed seat shall be provided next to each wheelchair
seating area. When the seating capacity exceeds 300, wheelchair
spaces shall be provided in more than one location. Readily
removable seats may be installed in Wheelchair spaces when the
spaces are not required to accommodate Wheelchair users.
EXCEPTION: Accessible viewing positions may be clustered for
bleachers, balconies, and other areas having sight lines that
require
slopes of greater than 5 percent. Equivalent accessible viewing
positions may be located on levels having accessible egress.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (s) 3. Height. The tops of tables, and sinks shall
be not less than 28 inches nor more than 34 inches in height
above the floor or ground.

51-20-3106 (u) Assembly Areas. 1. Wheelchair Spaces

51-20-3106 (u) 1. B. Size. Wheelchair spaces shall be not
less than 33 inches in width. Where forward or rear approach
is provided, Wheelchair spaces shall be not less than 48 inches
in depth. Where side approach is provided, Wheelchair spaces
shall be not less than 60 inches in depth.

51-20-3106 (u) 1. A. Location. Wheelchair spaces shall be an
integral part of any fixed seating plan and shall be dispersed
throughout the seating area. Spaces shall adjoin an accessible
route of travel that also serves as a means of egress and shall
be located to provide lines of sight comparable to those for all
viewing areas.

EXCEPTION: Accessible viewing positions may be clustered
for bleachers, balconies, and other areas having sight lines that
require slopes of greater than 5 percent. Equivalent accessible
viewing positions may be located on levels having accessible
egress.

Commentary

PNE No specific provision for companion seating adjacent to
accessible Wheelchair locations.

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4.33.4 Surfaces. The ground or floor at Wheelchair locations
shall
be level and shall comply with 4.5.

4.33.5 Access to Performing Areas. An accessible route shall
connect Wheelchair seating locations with performing areas,  
including stages, arena floors, dressing rooms, locker rooms, and 
other spaces used by performers.

4.33.6* Placement of Listening Systems. If the listening system   
provided serves individual fixed seats, then such seats shall be  
located within a 50 ft (15 m) viewing distance of the stage or   
playing area and shall have a complete view of the stage or
playing 
area.

4.33.7* Types of Listening Systems. Assistive listening systems
(ALS) are intended to augment standard public address and audio
systems by providing signals which can be received directly by
persons with special receivers or their own hearing aids and
which
eliminate or filter background noise. The type of assistive
listening
system appropriate for a particular application depends on the
characteristics of the setting, the nature of the program, and
the
intended audience. Magnetic induction loops, infrared and radio
frequency systems are types of listening systems which are
appropriate for various applications.

4.34 Automated Teller Machines.

4.34.1 General. Each machine required to be accessible by 4.1.3
shall be on an accessible route and shall comply with 4.34.

4.34.2 Controls. Controls for user activation shall comply with
the 
requirements of 4.27.

4,34.3 Clearances and Reach Range. Free standing or built-
in units not having a clear space under them shall comply with
4.27.2 and
4.27.3 and provide for a parallel approach and both a forward and
side reach to the unit allowing a person in a Wheelchair to
access
the controls and dispensers.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (u) 1. C. Surfaces. The ground or floor surfaces
at wheelchair locations shall be level and shall comply with
Section 3106 (g)

51-20-3106 (u) 2. Access to Performance Areas. An
accessible route of travel shall connect Wheelchair seating
locations with performance areas, including stages, arena
floors, dressing rooms, locker rooms and other spaces used by
performers.

51-20-3106 (u) 3. Placement of Assistive Listening Systems.
Where an assistive-listening system serves individual fixed
seats, such seats shall have a clear line of sight and shall be
located not more than 50 feet from the stage or performance
area.

Commentary

NE No accessibility requirements for ATMS.

NE

NE

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4.34.4 Equipment for Persons with Vision Impairments.
Instructions
and all information for use shall be made accessible to and
independently usable by persons with vision impairments.

4.35 Dressing and Fitting Rooms.

4.35.1 General. Dressing and fitting rooms required to be
accessible by 4.1 shall comply with 4.35 and shall be on an
accessible route.

4.35.2 Clear Floor Space. A clear floor space allowing a person
using a Wheelchair to make a 180-degree turn shall be provided in
every accessible dressing room entered through a swinging or
sliding 
door. No door shall swing into any part of the turning space.
Turning space shall not be required in a private dressing room   
entered through a curtained opening at least 32 in (815 mm) wide
if
clear floor space complying with section 4.2 tenders the dressing
room usable by a person using a Wheelchair.

4.35.3 Doors. All doors to accessible dressing rooms shall be in
compliance with section 4.13.

4.35.4 Bench. Every accessible dressing room shall have a 24 in
by 
48 in (610 mm by 1220 mm) bench fixed to the wall along the
longer dimension (of the bench). The bench shall be mounted 17 in
to 19 in (430 mm to 485 mm) above the finish floor. Clear floor
space shall be provided alongside the bench to allow a person
using   
a Wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench. The
structural strength of the bench and attachments shall comply
with
4.26.3. Where installed in conjunction with showers, swimming
pools, or other wet locations, water shall not accumulate upon
the
surface of the bench and the bench shall have a slip-resistant
surface.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (x) Customer Service Facilities. 1. Dressing and
Fitting Rooms.

51-20-3106 (x) 1. A. Clear Floor Space. Dressing and fitting
rooms shall have a clear floor space complying with Section
3106 (b).

EXCEPTION: Dressing and fitting rooms that are entered
through a curtained opening need not comply with Section
3106 (b) 2.

51-20-3106 (x) 1. B. Doors. All doors to accessible dressing
and fitting rooms shall comply with Section 3106 (i).

51-20-3106 (x) 1. C. Benches. Every accessible dressing or
fitting room shall have a bench installed adjacent to the longest
wall in the room. The bench shall be not less than 24 inches
in width and 48 inches in length, and shall be mounted not less
than 17 inches nor more than 19 inches above the finished
floor.

Clear floor space shall be provided adjacent to the bench to
allow for parallel transfer, and the structural strength of the
bench shall comply with Section 3106 (k) S. C.

Where benches are installed in dressing and fitting rooms
adjacent to showers, swimming pools, or other wet locations, -
water shall not accumulate upon the surface of the bench and
the bench shall have a slip-resistant surface.

Commentary

NE

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4.35.5 Mirror.  Where mirrors provided in dressing rooms of the
same use, then in an accessible dressing room, a full-length
mirror,
measuring at least 18 in wide by 54 in high (460 mm by 1370 mm),
shall be mounted in a position affording a view to a person on
the
bench as well as to a person in a standing position

5. RESTAURANTS AND CAFETERIAS.

5.1* General.  Except as specified or modified in this section,
restaurants and cafeterias shall comply with the requirements of
4.1
to 4.35.  Where fixed tables (or dining counters where food is
consumed but there is no service) are provided, at least 5
percent,
but not less than one, of the fixed tables (or a portion of the
dining
counter) shall be accessible and shall comply with 4.32 as
required
in 4.1.3(18).  In establishments where separate areas are
designated
for smoking and non-smoking patrons, the required number of
accessible fixed tables (or counters) shall be proportionally
distributed between the smoking and non-smoking areas.  In new
construction, and where practicable in alterations, accessible
fixed
tables (or counters) shall be distributed throughout the space or
facility.

5.2 Counters and Bars.  Where food or drink is served at counters
exceeding 34 in (865 mm) in height for consumption by customers
seated on stools or standing at the counter, a portion of the
main
counter which is 60 in (1525 mm) in length minimum shall be
provided in compliance with 4.32 or services shall be available
at
accessible tables within the same area.

5.3 Access Aisles.  All accessible fixed tables shall be
accessible by
means of an access aisle at least 36 in *915 mm) clear between
parallel edges of tables or between a wall and the table edges.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (x) 1.D. Mirrors.  Where provided, mirrors in
accessible dressing and fitting rooms shall be not less than 18
inches in width by 54 inches in height and shall be mounted
opposite the bench.

51-20-3106 (a) 2.A. General.  All Group A Occupancies shall
be accessible as provided in this chapter.

51-20-3106 (d) 5.  Fixed or Built-in Seating or Tables.  Where
fixed or built-in seating or tables are provided at least 5
percent, but no fewer than two, shall be accessible.
Accessible fixed or built-in seating or tables shall comply with
Section 3105 (s).  In eating and drinking establishments, such
seating or tables shall be distributed throughout the facility.

51-20-3106 (v) 2.C.  Counters and Bars.  Where service of
food or drink is provided, at counters more than 34 inches in
height, to customers seated on stools or standing, a portion of
the main counter shall be provided in compliance with Section
3106 (s), or service shall be available at accessible tables
within the same area.

51-20-3106 (v) 1.  Restaurants and Cafeterias.  !.  Aisles.
Aisles to fixed tables required to be accessible shall comply
with 3106 (s).

51-20-3106 (t) Aisles.  All aisles, including check out aisles,
food service lines and aisles between fixed tables, shall be not
less than 36 inches in width.

Commentary

PNE  Clarification needed.  3106 (s) is not the correct section.

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5.4 Dining Areas. In now construction, all dining areas,
including
raised or sunken dining areas, loggias, and outdoor seating
areas,   
shall be accessible. In non-elevator buildings, an accessible
means
of vertical access to the mezzanine is not required under the  
following conditions: 1) the area of mezzanine seating measures
no
more than 33 percent of the area of the total accessible seating
area; 21 the same services and decor are provided in an
accessible
space usable by the general public; and, 3) the accessible areas
are
not restricted to use by people with disabilities. In
alterations,
accessibility to raised or sunken dining areas, or to all parts
of
outdoor seating areas is not required provided that the same   
services and decor are provided in an accessible space usable by
the
general public and are not restricted to use by people with
disabilities.

5.6 Food Service Lines. Food service lines shall have a minimum
clear width of 36 in (915 mm), with a preferred close width of 42
in
(1065 mm) to allow passage around a person using a wheelchair.
Tray slides shall be mounted no higher than 34 in (065 mm) above
the floor (see Fig. 53). If self-service shelves are provided, at
least
50 percent of each type must be within reach ranges specified in
4.2.5 and 4.2.6.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3103 (a) 2. A. General. All Group A Occupancies shall
be accessible as provided in this chapter.

EXCEPTION: In the assembly area of dining and drinking
establishments or religious facilities which are located in non-
elevator buildings; where the area of mezzanine seating is not
more than 25 percent of the total seating. an accessible means
of vertical access to the mezzanine is not required; provided
that the same services are provided in an accessible space
which is not restricted to use only by persons with disabilities.
Comparable facilities shall be available in all seating areas.

51-20-31 12 (e) 8. Assembly Areas..  In alterations,
accessibility to raised or sunken dining areas, or to all parts
of
outdoor seating areas is not required provided that the same
services and amenities are provided in an accessible space. -
usable by the general public and not restricted to use by
people with disabilities.

51-20-3106 (v) 2. Food Service Lines A. Clear Floor Space.
Food service lines shall comply with Section 3106 (t) (3106 (t)
requires 36 inch aisle width).

51-20-3106 (v) S. B. Height. Tray slides shall be mounted
not more than 34 inches in height above the floor.

51-20-3105 (d) 6. Storage, Shelving and Display Units. In
other than Group R, Division 1 apartment buildings, where
fixed or built-in storage facilities such as cabinets, Shelves,
closets and drawers are provided in accessible spaces, at least
one of each type provided shall contain storage space
complying with Section 3106 (r).

Self-service shelves or display units in retail occupancies
shall-,
be located on an accessible route in accordance with Section
3103 (b) 2.

Commentary

NE ADAAG requires 50% of self service shelves in food
service lines to be accessible. WSR has no specific; provision,
only a general provision (see 3105 (d) 6).

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5.6 Tableware and Condiment Areas. Self-service shelves and
dispensing devices for tableware, dishware, condiments, food and
beverages shall be installed to comply with 4.2 (see Fig. 54).

Fig. 54 Tableware Areas.

   The maximum height is 54 inches (1370 mm).

5.7 Raised Platforms. In banquet rooms or spaces where a head
table or speaker's lectern is located on a raised platform, the
platform shall be accessible in compliance with 4.8 or 4.11. Open
edges of a raised platform shall be protected by placement of
tables
or by a curb.

5.8 Vending Machines and Other Equipment. Spaces for vending 
machines and other equipment shall comply with 4.2 and shall be
located on an accessible route.

5.9 Quiet Areas. (Reserved).

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (v) 2. D. Tableware and Condiment Areas. Self-
service Shelves and dispensing devices for tableware,
dishware, condiments, food and beverages shall be installed to
comply with Section 3106 (s).

51-20-3103 (a) 2. A. General. All Group A Occupancies shall
be accessible as provided in this chapter....

. . . In banquet rooms or spaces where the head table or
speaker's lectern is located on a permanent raised platform,
the platform shall be accessible in compliance with Section
3106.  Open edges an a raised platform shall be protected by
a curb with a height of not less than 2 inches.

Commentary

PNE Clarification needed. 3106 (s) is not correct section.

NE 

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6. MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES.

6.1 General. Medical care facilities included in this section are
those
in which people receive physical or medical treatment or care and
where persons may need assistance in responding to an emergency
and where the period of stay may exceed twenty-four hours. In 
addition to the requirements of 4.1 through 4.35, medical care
facilities and buildings shall comply with 6.

   (1) Hospitals - general purpose hospitals, psychiatric
facilities,
detoxification facilities - At least 10 percent of patient
bedrooms
and toilets, and all public use and common use areas are required
to
be designed and constructed to be accessible.

   (2) Hospitals and rehabilitation facilities that specialize in
treating
conditions that affect mobility, or units within either that
specialize
in treating conditions that affect mobility - All patient
bedrooms and
toilets, and all public use and common use areas are required to
be
designed and constructed to be accessible.

   (3) Long term care facilities, nursing homes - At least 50
percent
of patient bedrooms and toilets, and all public use and common
use
areas are required to be designed and constructed to be
accessible.

51-20-3103 (a) 6. Group 1 Occupancies. All Group I
Occupancies shall be accessible in all public use, common use
and employee use areas, and shall have accessible patient
rooms, cells and treatment or examination rooms as follows: 
51-20-3103 (a) 6. A. In Group I. Division 1.1 hospitals which
specialize in treating conditions that affect mobility, all
patient
rooms in each nursing unit, including associated toilet rooms
and bathrooms.
51-20-3103 (a) 6. B. In Group I, Division 1.1 hospitals which
do not specialize in treating conditions that affect mobility, at
least 1 in every 10 patient rooms in each nursing unit,
including associated toilet rooms and bathrooms.
51-20-3103 (a) 6. C. In Group I, Division 1.1 and Division 2
nursing homes and long-term care facilities, at least 1 in every
2 patient rooms, Including associated toilet rooms and
bathrooms.
51-20-3103 (a) 6. D. In Group I, Division 3, mental health
Occupancies, at least 1 in every 10 patient rooms, including
associated toilet roams and bathrooms.

Commentary

NE Under ADA, the percentages do not apply to treatment
and exam rooms. All treatment and exam rooms are "common
use" areas. All must be accessible. WSR's percentages for
patient rooms are equivalent.

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(4) Alterations to patient bedrooms.

   (a) When patient bedrooms are being added or altered as part
of a planned renovation of an entire wing, a department, or other 
 
discrete area of an existing medical facility, a percentage of
the  
patient bedrooms that are being added or altered shall comply
with  
6.3. The percentage of accessible rooms provided shall be
consistent with the percentage of rooms required to be accessible
by the applicable requirements of 6.1(1), 6,1(2), or 6.1(3),
until the
number of accessible patient bedrooms in the facility equals the
overall number that would be required if the facility were newly
constructed. For example, if 20 patient bedrooms are being
altered
in the obstetrics department of a hospital, 2 of the altered
rooms
must be made accessible. If, within the same hospital, 20 patient
bedrooms are being altered in a unit that specializes in treating
mobility impairments, all of the altered rooms must be made
accessible.) Where toilet/bathrooms are part of patient bedrooms
which are added or altered and required to be accessible, each
such
patient toilet/bathroom shall comply with 6.4.

   (b) When patient bedrooms are being added or altered
individually, and not as part of an alteration of the entire
area, the
altered patient bedrooms shall comply with 6.3, unless either: 
a) the
number of accessible rooms provided in the department or area
containing the altered patient bedroom equals the number of
accessible patient bedroom that would be required if the
percentage requirements of 6,1(1), 6.1(2), or 6.1(3) were applied
to
that department or area; or b) the number of accessible patient
bedrooms in the facility equals the overall number that would be
required if the facility were newly constructed. Where
toilet/bathrooms are part of patient bedrooms which are added or
altered and required to be accessible, each such toilet/bathroom
shall comply with 6.4.

6.2 Entrances. At least one accessible entrance that complies
with
4.14 shall be protected from the weather by canopy or roof 
overhang. Such entrances shall incorporate a passenger loading
zone that complies with 4.6.6.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3112 (a) 4. G. where patient rooms are altered in an
existing Group I Occupancy, a percentage of the altered rooms
equal to the requirement of Section 3103 (a) 6., but in no case
more than the total number of rooms required by Section 3103
(a) 6. shall comply with Section 3106 (w). Where toilet or
bath facilities are part of the accessible rooms, they shall
comply with Section 3106 (k).

51-20-3103 (a) 6. . . .In Group I, Division 1.1 and 2
Occupancies, at least one accessible entrance that complies
with Section 3103 (b) shall be under shelter. Every such
entrance shall include a passenger loading zone which complies
with Section 3108 (b) 3.

Commentary

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6.3 Patient Bedrooms. Provide accessible patient bedrooms in
compliance with 4.1 through 4.35. Accessible patient bedrooms
shall comply with the following:

   (1 ) Each bedroom shall have a door that complies with 4.13.

EXCEPTION: Entry doors to acute care hospital bedrooms for in-
patients shall be exempted from the requirement in 4.13.6 for 
maneuvering space at the latch side of the door if the door is at
least 44 in (1120 mm) wide.

   (2) Each bedroom shall have adequate space to provide a
maneuvering space that complies with 4.2.3. In rooms with 2 beds,
it is preferable that this space be located between beds.

   (3) Each bedroom shall have adequate space to provide a
minimum clear floor space of 36 in (915 mm) along each side of
the bed and to provide an accessible route complying with 4.3.3 to
each side of each bed.

6.4 Patient Toilet Rooms. Where toilet/bath rooms, are provided
as a part of a patient bedroom, each patient bedroom that is required
to be accessible shall have an accessible toilet/bath room that
complies with 4.22 or 4.23 and shall be on an accessible route.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (w) Patient Bedrooms. Each patient room shall
be designed and constructed to provide a 180-degree turn that
complies with Section 3106 (b) 1. Each patient room shall
have a minimum clear floor space not less than 36 inches on
each side of the bed.

3106 (i) Doors. 1. General. Doors required to be accessible
shall comply with Section 3304 and provisions of this section.
For the purposes of this section, gates shall be considered to
be doors.

6. Group I Occupancies. All Group I Occupancies shall be
accessible in all public use, common use and employee use
areas, and shall have accessible patient rooms, cells and
treatment or examination rooms as follows:
6. A. In Group I, Division 1.1 hospitals which specialize in
treating conditions that affect mobility, all patient rooms in
each nursing unit, including associated toilet rooms and
bathrooms.
6. B. In Group I, Division 1.1 hospitals which do not specialize
in treating conditions that affect mobility, all patient rooms in
each nursing unit, including associated toilet rooms and
bathrooms.
6. C. In Group I, Division 1.1 and Division 2 nursing homes
and long-term care facilities, at least 1 in every 2 patient
rooms. including associated toilet rooms and bathrooms.
6. D. In Group I, Division 3, mental health occupancies, at
least 1 in every 10 patient rooms, including associated toilet
rooms and bathrooms.

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7. BUSINESS AND MERCANTILE.

7.1 General. In addition to the requirements of 4.1 to 4.35, the 
design of all areas used for business transactions with the
public shall comply with 7.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3103 (a) 3. Group B. Occupancies. All Group B
Occupancies shall be accessible as provided in this chapter.
Assembly spaces in Group B Occupancies shall comply with
Section 3103 (a) 2. B.
51-20-3103 (a) 7. Group M Occupancies. Group M, Division
1 Occupancies shall be accessible.

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7.2 Sales and Service Counters, Teller Windows, Information
Counters.

 (1) In department stores and miscellaneous retail stores where
counters have cash registers and are provided for sales or
distribution of goods or services to the public, at least one of
each type shall have a portion of the counter which is at least 36 in
(915 mm) in length with a maximum height of 36 in (915 mm) above the
finish floor. It shall be on an accessible route complying with
4.3.
The accessible counters must be dispersed throughout the building
or facility.  In alterations where it is technically infeasible
to provide requirements may be provided.

 (2) At ticketing counters, teller stations in a bank,
registration
counters in hotels and motels, box office ticket counters, and
other counters that may have a cash register but at which goods or
services are sold or distributed, either:

  (i) a portion of the main counter which is a minimum of 36 in
(915 mm) in length shall be provided with a maximum height of 36
in (915 mm); or

  (ii) an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 in (915
mm) in close proximity to the main counter shall be provided; or

  (iii) equivalent facilitation shall be provided (e.g., at a
hotel registration counter, equivalent facilitation might consist of:
(1) provision of a folding shelf attached to the main counter on
which an individual with disabilities can write, and (2) use of the
space on the side of the counter or a the concierge desk, for handling
materials back and forth)

All accessible sales and service counters shall be on an
accessible route complying with 4.3.

 (3)* Assistive Listening Devices. (Reserved).

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3103 (a) 7. Group M. Occupancies. Group M, Division
1 occupancies shall be accessible.

EXCEPTIONS: 1. Private garages, carports and sheds are not
required to be accessible if they are accessory to dwelling
units which are not required to be accessible.

51-20-3105 (d) 7. B. Counters and Windows. Where
customer safes and service counters or windows are provided
a portion of the counter or at least one window, shall be
accessible in accordance with Section 3106 (x).

51-20-3106 (x) 2. Counters and Windows. Where counters
are required to be accessible, the accessible portion shall be
not less than 36 inches in length and not move than 36 inches
in height above the finished floor.

Where accessible windows are required, they shall be no more
than 36 inches in height above the finished floor.

EXCEPTION: An auxiliary counter with a maximum height of in (915
mm); or
36 inches is installed in close proximity to the main counter.

Commentary

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7.30 Check-out Aisles.
   (1) In new construction, accessible check-out aisles shall be
provided in conformance with the table below:

Total Check-out Aisles            Minimum Number of Accessible
  of Each Design                  Check-out Aisles Of Each Design
      1 - 4                                  1
      5 - 8                                  2
      8 - 15                                 3
     over 15                       3, plus 20% of additional
aisles

EXCEPTION:  In now construction, where the selling space is under
5000 square feet, only one check-out aisle is required to be
accessible.

EXCEPTION: In alterations, at least one check-out aisle shall be
accessible in facilities under 5000 square feet of selling space.
In facilities of 5000 or more square feet of selling spice, at least
one of each design of check-out aisle shall be made accessible when
altered until the number of accessible check-out allies of each
design equals the number required in now construction.

Examples of check-out aisles of different "design" include those
which are specifically designed to serve different functions.
Different "design" includes but is not limited to the following
features length of belt or no bolt; or permanent signage
designating the aisle as an express lane.

  (2) Clear aisle width for accessible check-out aisles shall
comply with 4.2.1 and maximum adjoining counter height shall not exceed
38 in (965 mm) above the finish floor. The top of the lip shall
not exceed 40 in (1015 mm) above the finish floor.

   (3) Signage identifying accessible check-out aisles shall
comply with 4.30.7 and shall be mounted above the check-out aisle in the
same location where the check-out number or type of check- out is
displayed.

Washington State Regulation

51 -31 06 Id) 7. D. Check-out Aisles. Accessible checkout
aisles shall be installed in accordance with Table 31-E and
Section 3106 (x).

                    Table No. 31-E
               Required Check-out Aisles
Total Check-out Aisles    Minimum Number of Accessible
    Units on Site               Check-out Aisles
       1 - 4                        1
       5 - 8                        2
       8 - 15                       3
      Over 15              3 plus 20% of additional aisles

51-20-3106 (x) 3. Check-out Aisles. The width of accessible
check-out aisles shall comply with Section 3106 (t), Counters
in accessible check-out aisles shall be not more than 33 inches
in height, and the top of the raised edge of the counter shall
not exceed 40 inches in height above the finished floor.

Accessible check-out aisles shall be Identified by the
International Symbol of Access in accordance with Section
3106 (p) 1.

Commentary

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7.4 Security Bollards. Any device used to prevent the removal of  

shopping carts from store promises shall not prevent access or 
egress to people in Wheelchairs. An alternate entry that is
equally convenient to that provided for the ambulatory population is
acceptable.

8. LIBRARIES. 

8.1 General. In addition to the requirements of 4.1 to 4.35, the
design of all public areas of a library shall comply with 8,
including reading and study areas, stacks, reference rooms, reserve areas,
and special facilities or collections.

8.2 Reading and Study Areas. At least 5 percent or a minimum of
one of each element of fixed seating, tables, or study carrels
shall comply with 4.2 and 4.32. Clearances between fixed accessible 
tables and between study carrels shall comply with 4.3.

8.3 Check-out Areas. At least one lane at each check-out area
shall comply with 7.2(1). Any traffic control or book security gates or 
turnstiles shall comply with 4.13:

8.4 Card Catalogs and Magazine Displays. Minimum clear aisle
space at card catalogs and magazine displays shall comply with 
Fig.55. Maximum reach height shall comply with 4.2, with a height of 
48 in (1220 mm) preferred Irrespective of approach allowed.

Fig, 55 Card Catalog.

     The lowest shelf of a card catalog share be 18 inches (455
mm).

8.5 Stacks. Minimum clear aisle width between stacks shall comply
with 4.3. with a minimum clear aisle width of 42 in (1065 mm)
preferred where possible. Shelf height in stack area is
unrestricted
(see Fig. 56).

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3106 (y) Libraries.

51-20-3106 (y) Libraries. 1. Reading and Study Areas. At
least 5 percent or a minimum of one of each element of fixed
seating, tables or study carrels shall comply with Section 3106
(s). Clearances between fixed accessible tables and study,
carrels shall comply with Section 3106 (s).

51-20-3106 (x) 2. Check-out Areas. At least one lane at
each check-out area shall comply with Section 3106 (t). Any
traffic control or book security gates or turnstiles shall comply
with Section 3106 (j).

51-20-3106 (x) 3. Card Catalogs, Magazine Displays and
Reference Stacks. A. Aisles. Aisles between card catalogs,
magazine displays or reference stocks shall comply with
Section 3106 (t)

51-20-3106 (x) 3. B. Height. Card catalogs, magazine
displays or reference stacks shall have a reach height of not
more than 54 inches for side approach and not more than 48
inches for forward approach.

See 51-20-3106 (x) 3. Above.

Commentary

PNE No specific provision found, Interpretation needed as to
whether security bollards are allowed to obstruct the
accessible route or means of egress.

NE All "stacks" must have an accessible route unless they are
areas used solely as work areas. WSR's language appears to
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9. ACCESSIBLE TRANSIENT LODGING.

 (1) Except as specified in the special technical provisions of this section,
accessible transient lodging comply with the applicable  requirements of 4.1
through 4.35. Transient lodging includes   facilities or portions thereof used
for sleeping accommodations, when not classed as a medical care facility.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-1201 Group R Occupancies Defined.
Group R Occupancies shall be:
Division 1. Hotels and apartment houses.
Congregate residences (each accommodating more than 10
persons).
Division 2. Not used.
Division 3. Dwellings, family child day care homes and lodging
houses.
Congregate residences (each accommodating 10 persons or
less).
51-20-3103 (a) B. Group R. Occupancies. A. General. All Group R Occupancies shall
be accessible as provided in this chapter. Public- and common use areas and
facilities such as recreational facilities, laundry facilities, garbage and
recycling collection areas, mailbox locations, lobbies, foyers and management
offices, shall be accessible,

Number of Dwelling Units. In all Group R, Division 1 apartment
buildings the total number of Type A dwelling units shall be as
required by Table No. 31-B. All other dwelling units shall be
designed and constructed to the requirements for Type B units
as defined in this chapter.

EXCEPTIONS: 1. Group R Occupancies containing three or
fewer dwelling units.

Commentary

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Washington State Regulations

51-20-3152

                    TABLE NO. 31 -B
             REQUIRED TYPE A DWELLING UNITS

Total Number of Dwelling       Required Number of Type A
    Units on Site                   Dwelling Units

       0-10                         None
       11-20                          1
       21-40                          2
       41-60                          3
       61-80                          4
       81-100                         5
For every 20 units or fractional    1 additional
part thereof, over 100

Commentary

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9.1 Hotels, Motels, Inns, Boarding Houses, Dormitories, Resorts
and Other Similar Places of Transient Lodging.

9.1.1 General. All public use and common use areas are required
to be designed and constructed to comply with section 4 (Accessible
Elements and Spaces: Scope and Technical Requirements).

EXCEPTION: Sections 9.1 through 9.4 do not apply to an
establishment located within a building that contains not more
than five rooms for rent or hire and that is actually occupied by the
proprietor of such establishment as the residence of such
proprietor.

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3103 (a) 8. Group R. Occupancies. A. General. All
Group  R Occupancies shall be accessible as provided in this
chapter. Public- and common use areas and facilities such as 
recreational facilities, laundry facilities, garbage and
recycling collection areas, mailbox locations, lobbies, foyers and
management offices, shall be accessible.

Number of Dwelling Units. In all Group R, Division 1 apartment
buildings the total number of Type A dwelling units shall be as
required by Table No. 31-B. All other dwelling units shall be
designed and constructed to the requirements for Type B units
as defined in this chapter.

EXCEPTIONS: 1. Group R Occupancies containing three or
fewer dwelling units.

51-20-3103 (a) B. C. Hotels and Lodging Houses. In all hotels
and lodging houses, accessible guest rooms. Including
associated bathing, shower and toilet facilities, shall be
provided in accordance with Table No. 31-C....

. . . In addition public-use and common-use areas of all hotels
and lodging houses shall be accessible.

EXCEPTION: Group R, Division 3 lodging houses that are
occupied by the owner or proprietor of the lodging house.

51-20-3103 (a)) 8. E. Congregate Residences. In congregate
residences with multi-bedrooms or spaces, a percentage equal
to the minimum number of accessible rooms required by Table
No. 31-C shall be accessible in accordance with Section 3106
(z).

EXCEPTION: Congregate residences with 10 or fewer
occupants need not be accessible.

Commentary

NE Congregate residences are exempt if they serve less than
10 persons. It this is the case, it would exempt facilities
covered by ADA.

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9.1.2 Accessible Units, Sleeping Rooms, and Suites. Accessible
sleeping rooms or suites that comply with the requirements of 9.2 

(Requirements for Accessible Units, Sleeping Rooms, and Suites)  
shall be provided in conformance with the table below. In
addition,  
in hotels, of 50 or more sleeping rooms or suites, additional
accessible sleeping rooms or suites that include a roll- in
shower stall 
also be provided in conformance with the table below, Such and 
accommodations shall comply with the requirements of 9.2, 4.21,
Figure 57(a) or (b)
Fig. 57 Roll-in Shower with Folding Seat.
     Diagram (a): Where a fixed seat is provided in a 30 inch
minimum by 60 inch (716 mm by 1220 mm) minimum shower stall,
the controls and spray unit on the back (long) wall shall be
located a
maximum of 27 inches (685 mm) from the side wall where the seat  
is attached. (4.21.2, 9.1.2)
     Diagram (b): An alternate 36 inch minimum by 60 inch (915
mm by 1220 mm) minimum shower stall is illustrated. The width of
the stall opening stall shall be a minimum of 36 inches (9l5 mm)
clear located on a long wall at the opposite end of the shower
from the controls.  The shower seat shall be 24 inches (610 mm).
minimum in length by 16 inches (330 mm) minimum in width and
may be rectangular in shape. The seat shall be related next to
the opening to (be shower and adjacent to the end will containing the
shower head and controls. (4.21.2, 9.1.2, A4.23.3)

Number of Rooms Accessible Rooms    Rooms with Roll-in Showers

1 to 25                           1 
26 to 60                          2 
51 to 75                          3                 1 
76 to 100                         4                 1
101 to 150                        5                 2 
151 to 200                        6                 2 
201 to 300                        7                 3
301 to 400                        8                 4
401 to 500                        9   4, plus one for each
additional
                                                    100 over 400
501 to 1000                     2% of total
1001 and over             20 plus 1 for each 100 over 1000

Washington State Regulation

51-20-3103 (a) 8. C. Hotels and Lodging Houses. In all hotels
and lodging houses, accessible guest rooms, including
associated bathing, shower and toilet facilities, shall be
provided in accordance with Table No. 31-C 

... In addition public-use and common-use areas of all hotels
and lodging houses shall be accessible.

EXCEPTION: Group R, Division 3 lodging houses that are
occupied by the owner or proprietor of the lodging house.


              Table No. 31 -C-Number of
       Accessible Rooms and Roll-in Showers

Total Number     Minimum Required         Rooms With
of Rooms 1          Accessible Rooms 1       with Roll-in Showers
1 to 25                               1
26 to 50                              2
51 to 75                              3                      1
76 to 100                             4                      1
101 to 150                            5                      2
151 to 200                           6                      2
201 to 300                           7                      3
301 to 400                           8                      4
401 to 500                           9             4, plus 1 far
every 100 rooms
                                                 or fraction
thereof, over 400.

501 to 1000                    2% of total 
Over 1000                    20 plus 1 for every 100
                             rooms or fraction
                             thereof, over 1000

1 For congregate residences the numbers in these columns shall
apply to beds rather than rooms.

Commentary

NE ADAAG language is specific that the accessible rooms
with roll-in shower are in addition to other accessible rooms.
The table here appears to indicate the roll-in shower rooms are
part of the minimum number required. Interpretation or
clarification Is needed here.

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   (7) Kitchens, Kitchenettes, or Wet Bars. When Provided as
accessory to a sleeping room or suite, kitchens, kitchenettes,
wet bars or similar amenities shall be accessible. Clear floor space
for a front or parallel approach to cabinets, counters, sinks, and  

9.1.3 Sleeping Accommodations for Persons with Hearing
Impairments. In addition to those accessible sleeping rooms and 
suites required by 9.1.2, sleeping rooms and suites that comply
with  
9.3 (Visual Alarms, Notification Devices. and Telephones) shall
be
provided in conformance with the following table.

Number of Elements             Accessible Elements.
1 to 25                                1 
26 to 50                               2 
51 to 75                               3   
76 to 100                              4  
101 to 150                             5  
151 to 200                             6  
201 to 300                             7  
301 is 400                             8  
401 to 500                             9  
501 to 1000                            2% of total  
1001 and over                 20 plus 1 for each 100 over 1000 

9.1.4 Classes of Sleeping Accommodations.

   (1) In order to provide persons with disabilities a range of
options equivalent to those available to other persons served by the
facility sleeping rooms and suites required to be accessible by 9.1.2
shall be dispersed among the various classes of sleeping accommodations
available to patrons of the place of transient lodging, Factors
to be considered include room size, cost, amenities provided, and the
number of beds provided.

   (2) Equivalent Facilitation. For purposes of this section, it
shall be deemed equivalent facilitation it the operator of a facility
elects to limit construction of accessible rooms to those intended for
multiple occupancy, provided that such rooms are made available at the
cost of a single occupancy room to an individual with disabilities who
requests a single-occupancy room.

Washington State Regulations

51-20-3105 (d) 3. Kitchens. Kitchens within accessing
dwelling units shall be designed in accordance with Section
3106.  Kitchens, kitchenettes, or wet bars in other than
dwelling units which are provided accessory to a sleeping 

3103 (a) 8. C. Hotels and Lodging Houses.... In addition,
sleeping rooms or suites for persons with hearing impairments
shall be provided in accordance with Table 31-D.

                     Table No. 31-D-Number of
                    Accessible Rooms for Persons
                      With Hearing Impairments
Total number of Rooms     Minimum Required Number
1 to 25                           1
26 to 50                          2
51 to 75                          3
76 to 100                         4
101 to 150                        5
151 to 200                        6 
201 to 300                        7 
301 to 400                        8
401 to 500                        9
501 to 1000                       2% of total 
Over 1000                         20 plus 1 for every 100 rooms,
                                  or fraction thereof, over 1000

3103 (a) 8. D. Proportional Distribution. Accessible dwelling
units shall be apportioned among efficiency dwelling units,
single-bedroom units and multiple-bedroom units in proportion
to the numbers of such units in the building, Accessible hotel
and motel units shall be apportioned among the various classes
of sleeping accommodations.

51-20-3103 (b) 4. B. ..In hotels and lodging houses, a list
of accessible guest rooms shall be posted permanently in a
location not visible to the general public, for staff use at each
reception or check-in desk.

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9.5.2 Alterations. See comments above.

(1) Social service establishments which are not homeless
shelters:

 (a) The provisions of 9.5.3 and 9.1.5 shall apply to sleeping
 rooms and beds.

 (b) Alteration of other areas shall be consistent with the new
 construction provisions of 9.5.1.

(2) Homeless shelters. If the following elements are altered, the 
following requirements apply:

 (a) at least one public entrance shall allow a person with
mobility impairments to approach, enter and exit including a minimum clear
door width of 32 in (815 mm).

 (b) sleeping space for homeless persons as provided in the
scoping provisions of 9.1.2 shall include doors to the sleeping
area with a minimum clear width of 32 in (815 mm) and, maneuvering
space around the beds for persons with mobility impairments
complying with 9.2.2(1).

 (c) at least one toilet room for each gender or one unisex
toilet room shall have a minimum clear door width of 32 in (815 mm),
minimum turning space complying with 4.2.3 one water closet
complying with 4.16, one lavatory complying with 4.19 and the
door shall have a privacy latch; and, if provided, at least one
tub or shower shall comply with 4.20 or 4.21, respectively.

 (d) at least one common area which a person with mobility
impairments can approach, enter and exit including a minimum
clear door width of 32 in (815 mm). 

 (e) at least one route connecting elements (a), (b), (c) and (d)
which a person with mobility impairments can use including
minimum clear width of 36 in (915 mm), passing space complying 
with 4.3.4, turning space complying with 4.2.3 and changes in
levels complying with 4.3.8.

Commentary

See comments above.

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9.5.3 Accessible Sleeping Accommodations in New Construction.
Accessible sleeping rooms shall be provided in conformance with
the
table in 9.1.2 and shall comply with 9.2 Accessible Units,
Sleeping
Rooms and Suites (where the items are provided).  Additional
sleeping rooms that comply with 9.3 Sleeping Accommodations for
Persons with Hearing Impairments shall be provided in conformance
with the table provided in 9.1.3.

In facilities with multi-bed rooms or spaces, a percentage of the
beds equal to the table provided in 9.1.2 shall comply with
9.2.2(1).

51-20-3103 (a) 8 C.  Hotels and Lodging Houses.  In all hotels
and lodging houses, accessible guest rooms, including
associated bathing, showers and toilet facilities, shall be
provided in accordance with Table No. 31-C.  In addition, 
sleeping rooms or suites for persons with hearing impairments
shall be provided in accordance with Table No. 31-D.

In addition, public-use and common-use areas of all hotels and
lodging houses shall be accessible.

51-20-3103 (a) 8. E.  Congregate Residences.  In congregate
residences with multi-bed rooms or spaces, a percentage equal
to the minimum number of accessible rooms required by Table
No. 31-C shall be accessible in accordance with Section 3106
(z).

EXCEPTION:  Congregate residences with 10 or fewer
occupants need not be accessible

PNE  A question exists as to whether the provisions for hotels
and motels apply here.  Clarification is needed.

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