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Home My WebLink About2020-02-20 Draft Parks Assessment ADA Assessment City Parks City of Saratoga Prepared for: City of Saratoga Prepared By: BKF Engineers Walnut Creek, CA Prepared By: Norm Dyer, CASp 760 Project Number: 20181703 February 20, 2020 ADA Assessment City Parks City of Saratoga Table of Contents Purpose 1 Scope of Work 1 How to Read this Assessment 2 List of Parks Assessed 2 Key Maps Part 1 Assessment Part 2 Photos Part 3 Title II Regulations Appendix A Accessible Play Areas (US Access Board) Appendix B February 20, 2020 Purpose The purpose of this Assessment is to review existing City park site and building improvements relative to current Federal and State accessibility requirements. The Federal requirements are found in the Americans with Disabilities Act Title II Regulations dated September 15, 2010. The State requirements are located in California Code of Regulations Title 24; 2016 California Building Code (CBC) at Chapter 11B. While the Federal regulations include many facility requirements, they also include program and employment rules which are beyond the scope of this assessment. The Federal facility related requirements are found in the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design (ADAS). Chapter 11B is modeled after the 2010 ADAS and includes many California additions. For the purpose of this Assessment, Chapter 11B of the 2016 CBC will be the Standard. Scope of Work Perform a site visit to various City Park properties to observe existing site and building conditions in accordance with BKF’s proposal dated November 19, 2018 and a list of additional parks emailed to BKF on September 11, 2019. See complete list of parks below. The site visits were performed on September 17, 2019, November 6, 2019 and February 18, 2020. An assessment was performed of site and building features relative to the Standard. Measurements were obtained with the use of a “SmartLevel” and a steel tape. This Assessment is intended to identify features which do not meet the Standard. While an attempt has been made to identify each feature which does not meet the Standard, no warranty is expressed or implied that all were discovered. For example, the Assessment includes measurement of pathway slopes at various locations. While an attempt has been made to identify and measure each condition which may not meet the Standard, it is beyond the scope of this Assessment to measure each and every location. It should be noted that in general, facilities are required to comply with the requirements in effect on the day they were initially constructed. When an alteration occurs, the alteration and certain paths of travel, must meet the most recent requirements. This Assessment does not take date of construction or alteration into account. As a result, it is possible that a more stringent Standard than necessary for “compliance” with State and Federal ADA requirements have been applied. Page 1 How to Read this Assessment The Assessment is organized into three parts. 1. Part one includes Key Maps which show the location of the various features which do not meet the Standard. 2. Part two is the list of various site and building features (referenced by number to the Key Maps and Photos) which do not meet the Standard along with a reference to the 2016 CBC requirement and the actual measured condition. 3. Part three includes photos of the features which do not meet the Standard. List of Park Sites Assessed 1. Azule Park 2. Beauchamps Park 3. Bellgrove Park 4. Blaney Plaza 5. Brookglen Park 6. Calabazas Creek Park 7. Congress Springs Park 8. Foothill Park 9. Gardiner Park 10. Hakone Gardens 11. Joe’s Trail 12. Kevin Moran Park 13. Quarry Park 14. Quito Park 15. Ravenwood Park 16. Wildwood Park Page 2 Part 1 – Key Maps Part 2 – Assessment Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo 1 601 Drinking Fountain Clear Ground Space 30" x 48" positioned for a forward approach and centered on the unit Clear ground space not centered and not 30" wide 11B-602.2 Azule Park 601 2 602 Accessible Route Detectable Warnings Where a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicle way at the same level, the boundary between the two shall be defined by detectable warnings No detectable warnings 11B-247.1.2.5 Azule Park 602 3 603 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)10.0% measured 11B-403.3 Azule Park 603 4 604 Accessible Route Detectable Warnings Where a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicle way at the same level, the boundary between the two shall be defined by detectable warnings No detectable warnings 11B-247.1.2.5 Azule Park 604 5 605 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)3.9% measured 11B-403.3 Azule Park 605 6 606 Accessible Route Scope Where ground level play components are provided, at least one of each type shall be on an accessible route One of each type is not located on an accessible route 11B-240.2.1.1 Azule Park 606 7 606 Accessible Route Scope The accessible route within the play area shall connect ground level and elevated play components, including entry and exit points of the play components. Accessible route does not connect to each entry and exit point of play components 11B-206.2.17.1 Azule Park 606 8 607 Accessible Route Scope Where ground level play components are provided, at least one of each type shall be on an accessible route One of each type is not located on an accessible route 11B-240.2.1.1 Azule Park 9 607 Accessible Route Scope The accessible route within the play area shall connect ground level and elevated play components, including entry and exit points of the play components. Accessible route does not connect to each entry and exit point of play components 11B-206.2.17.1 Azule Park 607 10 608 Exercise Equipment Scope One of each type shall be located on an accessible route and have a clear floor space of 30"x48" positioned for transfer Exercise equipment not located on an accessible route. 11B-236 11B-1004 Azule Park 608 11 609 Dining and Work Surfaces Clear Space At least 5% of seating spaces shall be located on an accessible route and have a clear floor space of 30"x48" positioned for forward approach Picnic and game tables not located on accessible route and clear floor space not provided 11B-226 11B-902.2 Azule Park 609 12 615 Accessible Route Detectable Warnings Where a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicle way at the same level, the boundary between the two shall be defined by detectable warnings No detectable warnings 11B-247.1.2.5 Beauchamps Park 615 13 616 Dining and Work Surfaces Clear Space At least 5% of seating spaces shall be located on an accessible route and have a clear floor space of 30"x48" positioned for forward approach Picnic tables not located on accessible route 11B-226 11B-902.2 Beauchamps Park 616 14 617 Accessible Route Scope Where ground level play components are provided, at least one of each type shall be on an accessible route One of each type is not located on an accessible route 11B-240.2.1.1 Beauchamps Park 617 15 617 Accessible Route Scope The accessible route within the play area shall connect ground level and elevated play components, including entry and exit points of the play components. Accessible route does not connect to each entry and exit point of play components 11B-206.2.17.1 Beauchamps Park 617 16 617 Accessible Route Change in level Changes in level along an accessible route shall not exceed 1/4" vertical or 1/2" with a bevel Change in level on path to play area exceeds 1/2"11B-303 Beauchamps Park 617 17 618 Accessible Route Detectable Warnings Where a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicle way at the same level, the boundary between the two shall be defined by detectable warnings No detectable warnings 11B-247.1.2.5 Beauchamps Park 618 18 619 Accessible Route Scope An accessible route shall be provided to the boundary of each area of sport activity.Accessible route not provided to turf area 11B-206.2.18 Beauchamps Park 619 19 625 Exercise Equipment Scope One of each type shall be located on an accessible route and have a clear floor space of 30"x48" positioned for transfer Exercise equipment not located on an accessible route. 11B-236 11B-1004 Bellgrove Park 625 PART 2 - ASSESSMENT Page 1 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 20 626 Dining and Work Surfaces Clear Space At least 5% of seating spaces shall be located on an accessible route and have a clear floor space of 30"x48" positioned for forward approach Picnic tables not located on accessible route 11B-226 11B-902.2 Bellgrove Park 626 21 627 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)3.5% measured 11B-403.3 Bellgrove Park 627 22 628 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)2.9% measured 11B-403.3 Bellgrove Park 628 23 635 Dining and Work Surfaces Clear Space At least 5% of seating spaces shall be located on an accessible route and have a clear floor space of 30"x48" positioned for forward approach No accessible game table provided 11B-226 11B-902.2 Blaney Plaza 635 24 636 Handrails Scope Handrails shall be provided on both sides of stairs and ramps No handrails 11B-504.5.2 Blaney Plaza 636 25 636 Stairs Contrasting Stripe Exterior stairs shall have the upper approach and all treads marked by a stripe providing clear visual contrast. The stripe shall be a minimum of 2 inches wide to a maximum of 4 inches wide placed parallel to, and not more than 1 inch from, the nose of the step or upper approach. Grooves shall not be used to satisfy this requirement.No contrasting stripe 11B-504.4.1 Blaney Plaza 636 26 637 Handrails Scope Handrails shall be provided on both sides of stairs and ramps No handrails 11B-504.5.2 Blaney Plaza 637 27 637 Stairs Contrasting Stripe Exterior stairs shall have the upper approach and all treads marked by a stripe providing clear visual contrast. The stripe shall be a minimum of 2 inches wide to a maximum of 4 inches wide placed parallel to, and not more than 1 inch from, the nose of the step or upper approach. Grooves shall not be used to satisfy this requirement.No contrasting stripe 11B-504.4.1 Blaney Plaza 637 28 640 Accessible Route Detectable Warnings Where a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicle way at the same level, the boundary between the two shall be defined by detectable warnings No detectable warnings 11B-247.1.2.5 Brookglen Park 640 29 640 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)11.6% measured 11B-403.3 Brookglen Park 640 30 641 Accessible Route Scope Where ground level play components are provided, at least one of each type shall be on an accessible route Ground level play components are not located on an accessible route 11B-240.2.1.1 Brookglen Park 641 31 641 Accessible Route Scope Where elevated play components are provided, at least 50 percent shall be on an accessible route Elevated play components are not located on an accessible route 11B-240.2.1.2 Brookglen Park 641 32 642 Accessible Route Scope An accessible route shall be provided to the boundary of each area of sport activity.Accessible route not provided to turf area 11B-206.2.18 Brookglen Park 642 33 643 Dining and Work Surfaces Clear Space At least 5% of seating spaces shall be located on an accessible route and have a clear floor space of 30"x48" positioned for forward approach Picnic tables not located on accessible route 11B-226 11B-902.2 Brookglen Park 643 34 644 Accessible Route Scope An accessible route shall be provided to the boundary of each area of sport activity.Basketball court not located on an accessible route 11B-206.2.18 Brookglen Park 644 35 650 Accessible Route Scope At least one accessible route shall be provided public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve. Where more than one route is provided, all routes must be accessible.Path from the public sidewalk to picnic table and drinking fountain is an uneven decomposed granite surface 11B-206.2.1 Calabazas Creek park 650 36 650 Drinking Fountain Clear Ground Space 30" x 48" positioned for a forward approach and centered on the unit, less than 2% slope Clear ground space is uneven and greater than 2% slope 11B-602.2 Calabazas Creek park 650 Page 2 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 37 650 Dining and Work Surfaces Clear Space Clear floor space of 30"x48" shall be provided and connected to an accessible route Clear floor space is an uneven DG surface 11B-902.2 Calabazas Creek park 650 38 660 Parking Additional Sign Sign at each entrance to parking lot, 17" x 22" minimum, letters 1" high minimum, blanks filled in.No sign 11B-502.8 Congress Springs Park 660 39 660 Parking Aisle markings Blue borderline around entire perimeter, contrasting crosshatching at 36" O.C., "NO PARKING" in 12" high letters Blue borderline not around entire perimeter of access aisle, "NO PARKING" text 8"11B-502.3.3 Congress Springs Park 660 40 660 Parking Sign content ISA symbol, white on blue background with "MINIMUM FINE $250" and "VAN ACCESSIBLE" at van stalls No "MINIMUM FINE" or "VAN ACCESSIBLE" text 11B-502.6 Congress Springs Park 660 41 660 Parking Sign height 60" minimum above finish ground surface or 80" minimum if within a circulation path 38" measured 11B-502.6 Congress Springs Park 660 42 660 Parking Slope Parking spaces and access aisles shall be at the same level and not steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)Slopes greater that 2%; 5.1% and 5.0% measured 11B-502.4 Congress Springs Park 660 43 660 Parking Space markings ISA symbol 36" square, white on blue background, located within 6" of center and aligned with back of space ISA symbol 28" square and not aligned with back of stall 11B-502.6.4.1 Congress Springs Park 660 44 660 Parking Arrangement Parking spaces and access aisles shall be designed so that persons using them are not required to travel behind parking spaces other than to pass behind the parking space in which they parked. Spaces configured so that travel behind adjacent parking space required 11B-502.7.1 Congress Springs Park 660 45 660 Parking Space dimensions 9'x18' at standard space, 12'x18' at Van space Stall depth 17'-3"11B-502.2 Congress Springs Park 660 46 660 Accessible Route Detectable Warnings Where a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicle way at the same level, the boundary between the two shall be defined by detectable warnings No detectable warnings 11B-247.1.2.5 Congress Springs Park 660 47 660 Curb Ramp Ramp Run Running Slope shall not be steeper than 1:12 (8.33%)Running slope 8.5%11B-406.2.1 Congress Springs Park 660 48 660 Curb Ramp Ramp Sides When provided, curb ramp flares shall not be steeper than 1:10 (10%)Greater than 10%11B-406.2.2 Congress Springs Park 660 49 660 Door Restroom Signage The center of geometric symbols shall be between 58" and 60" AFF No geometric door symbol 11B-703.7.2.6 Congress Springs Park 661 50 660 Men's Restroom Partition Door Door pulls shall be placed on both sides of the door Door pulls on one side only 11B-604.8.1.2 Congress Springs Park 661 51 660 Men's Restroom Water Closet Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the WC Located on the opposite side 11B-604.6 Congress Springs Park 661 52 661 Men's Restroom Partition Door The door shall be self-closing Not Self-closing 11B-604.8.1.2 Congress Springs Park 661 53 661 Men's Restroom Water Closet The centerline of the WC shall be 17" minimum to 18" maximum from the side wall opposite the partition door 18.5" and located on the door side 11B-604.2 Congress Springs Park 661 54 661 Men's Restroom Grab Bar The side wall grab bar shall extend 24" minimum beyond the front of the WC 21" measured 11B-604.5.1 Congress Springs Park 661 55 661 Men's Restroom Grab Bar The side wall grab bar shall extend 54" minimum from the rear wall 51" measured 11B-604.5.1 Congress Springs Park 661 56 661 Men's Restroom Grab Bar The rear wall grab bar shall extend, from the centerline of the WC, 24" minimum on one side and 12" minimum on the other 21" measured 11B-604.5.2 Congress Springs Park 661 57 661 Men's Restroom Partition Door Door opening shall be 4" maximum from the side wall or partition furthest from the WC 5" measured 11B-604.8.1.2 Congress Springs Park 661 Page 3 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 58 661 Men's Restroom Partition Door Doors shall not swing into the clear floor space or clearance required for any fixture; 59" at floor mounted WC 55" measured 11B-604.8.1.2 Congress Springs Park 661 59 661 Men's Restroom TP Dispenser The TP dispenser shall be 7" minimum and 9" maximum in front of the WC and 19" minimum AFF and below the grab bar Located above the grab bar 11B-604.7 Congress Springs Park 661 60 661 Women's Restroom Women's Restroom not measured, assumed to be similar to Men's Congress Springs Park 661 61 662 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)2.7% measured 11B-403.3 Congress Springs Park 662 62 663 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)4.6% measured 11B-403.3 Congress Springs Park 663 63 663 Accessible Route Clear Width The clear width for sidewalks and walks shall be 48" minimum.45" measured 11B-403.5.1 Congress Springs Park 663 64 664 Door Maneuvering Clearance Slope Slope shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)5.3% measured 11B-404.2.4.4 Congress Springs Park 664 65 665 Built-In Elements Service Counter A portion of the counter surface shall be 36" wide minimum and 34" high maximum 43" measured 11B-904.4 Congress Springs Park 665 66 666 Accessible Route Scope Where ground level play components are provided, at least one of each type shall be on an accessible route No access provided 11B-240.2.1.1 Congress Springs Park 666 67 666 Accessible Route Scope Where elevated play components are provided, at least 50 percent shall be on an accessible route No access provided 11B-240.2.1.2 Congress Springs Park 666 68 670 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)7.6% measured 11B-403.3 Foothill Park 670 69 671 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)4.2% measured 11B-403.3 Foothill Park 671 70 672 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)14.9% measured 11B-403.3 Foothill Park 672 71 673 Dining and Work Surfaces Clear Space Clear floor space of 30"x48" shall be provided and connected to an accessible route Clear floor space not connected to accessible route 11B-902.2 Foothill Park 673 72 674 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)Greater than 5%11B-403.3 Foothill Park 674 73 674 Accessible Route Clear Width The clear width for sidewalks and walks shall be 48" minimum.36" measured 11B-403.5.1 Foothill Park 674 74 675 Curb Ramp - Parallel Turning Space A turning space 48 inches minimum by 48 inches minimum shall be provided at the bottom of the curb ramp. The slope of the turning space in all directions shall be 1:48 maximum.2.9% measured 11B-406.3.2 Foothill Park 675 75 675 Accessible Route Detectable Warnings Where a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicle way at the same level, the boundary between the two shall be defined by detectable warnings No detectable warnings 11B-247.1.2.5 Foothill Park 675 76 680 Curb Ramp Ramp Sides When provided, curb ramp flares shall not be steeper than 1:10 (10%)12.5% measured 11B-406.2.2 Gardiner Park 680 77 680 Accessible Route Detectable Warnings Where a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicle way at the same level, the boundary between the two shall be defined by detectable warnings No detectable warnings 11B-247.1.2.5 Gardiner Park 680 78 681 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)4.5% measured 11B-403.3 Gardiner Park 681 Page 4 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 79 682 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)5.6% measured 11B-403.3 Gardiner Park 682 80 682 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)4.5% measured 11B-403.3 Gardiner Park 682 81 683 Accessible Route Scope The accessible route within the play area shall connect ground level and elevated play components, including entry and exit points of the play components.Exit points not connected to an accessible route 11B-206.2.17.1 Gardiner Park 683 82 683 Dining and Work Surfaces Clear Space Clear floor space of 30"x48" shall be provided and connected to an accessible route Picnic table not located on an accessible route 11B-902.2 Gardiner Park 683 83 684 Accessible Route Scope An accessible route shall be provided to the boundary of each area of sport activity.Accessible route not provided to boundary of turf area 11B-206.2.18 Gardiner Park 684 84 685 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)5.2% measured 11B-403.3 Gardiner Park 685 85 690 691 Parking Scoping Where parking spaces are provided, parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with Section 11B-208. Parking stalls do no meet many of the requirements of 11B- 208 including slope, signage, striping 11B-208 Hakone Gardens 690 691 86 691 Housing Scoping In public housing facilities with residential dwelling units, at least 5 percent, but no fewer than one unit, of the total number of residential dwelling units shall provide mobility features Caretaker residence does not appear to be accessible 11B-233.3.1.1 Hakone Gardens 691 87 692 693 Accessible Route Scope At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve. Where more than one route is provided, all routes must be accessible. No accessible route from accessible parking stalls to accessible building and facility entrances 11B-206.2.1 Hakone Gardens 692 693 88 692 693 Accessible Route Scope At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements, and accessible spaces that are on the same site.No accessible connection between buildings and facilities 11B-206.2.2 Hakone Gardens 692 693 89 694 Door Pull Side Clearance Maneuvering clearance perpendicular to the door shall be 60" minimum 48" measured 11B-404.2.4.1 Hakone Gardens (Men's Rstrm)694 90 694 Door Signage Braille shall be separated 3/8" min. and 1/2" max. below the tactile characters Braille located greater than 1/2" below tactile characters 11B-703.3.2 Hakone Gardens (Men's Rstrm)694 91 694 Restroom Lavatory 18" minimum from side wall to center of lavatory 16" measured 11B-606.6 Hakone Gardens (Men's Rstrm)694 92 694 Restroom Lavatory Knee clearance shall be 27" minimum AFF at a point 8'' back from front edge of lavatory or counter 24" measured 11B-306.3.3 Hakone Gardens (Men's Rstrm)694 93 694 Restroom Lavatory The clear floor space shall be 30"x48"24" wide measured 11B-606.2 Hakone Gardens (Men's Rstrm)694 Page 5 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 94 694 Restroom Urinal Rim shall be 17" maximum AFF. Front rim shall be 13.5" minimum from back of fixture 17.5" measured to rim 11B-605.2 Hakone Gardens (Men's Rstrm)694 95 694 Restroom Water Closet A minimum 60" maneuvering space shall be provided in front of the WC at side opening door 48" measured 11B-604.8.1.1.2 Hakone Gardens (Men's Rstrm)694 96 694 Restroom Water Closet Clearance around the WC shall be 60" minimum measured perpendicular from the side wall 57.5" measured 11B-604.3.1 Hakone Gardens (Men's Rstrm)694 97 694 Restroom Water Closet The centerline of the WC shall be 17" minimum to 18" maximum from the side wall opposite the partition door 18.5" measured 11B-604.2 Hakone Gardens (Men's Rstrm)694 98 694 Restroom Grab Bar The rear wall grab bar shall extend, from the centerline of the WC, 24" minimum on one side and 12" minimum on the other 20" measured on open side 11B-604.5.2 Hakone Gardens (Men's Rstrm)694 99 694 Restroom Women's Restroom not measured but assumed to be similar to Men's Hakone Gardens (Women's Rstrm) 694 100 695 Gardens At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve. Where more than one route is provided, all routes must be accessible. Accessible routes are not provided to most of the garden features. The Garden is historic and located on a hill therefore some exceptions and/or hardships may be applicable 11B-206.2.1 Hakone Gardens 695 101 700 Accessible Route Scope At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve. Where more than one route is provided, all routes must be accessible.No accessible route provided 11B-206.2.1 Joe's Trail 700 102 700 Parking Scoping Where parking spaces are provided, parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with Section 11B-208.No accessible parking provided 11B-208 Joe's Trail 700 103 710 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)5.9% measured 11B-403.3 Kevin Moran Park 710 104 710 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)2.7% measured 11B-403.3 Kevin Moran Park 710 105 711 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)5.5% measured 11B-403.3 Kevin Moran Park 711 106 711 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)3.3% measured 11B-403.3 Kevin Moran Park 711 107 712 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)13.9% measured 11B-403.3 Kevin Moran Park 712 108 712 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)3.2% measured 11B-403.3 Kevin Moran Park 712 Page 6 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 109 713 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)8.7% measured 11B-403.3 Kevin Moran Park 713 110 714 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)3.3% measured 11B-403.3 Kevin Moran Park 714 111 715 Curb Ramp - Perpendicular Top Landing The landing clear length shall be 48 inches minimum. The landing clear width shall be at least as wide as the curb ramp, excluding any flared sides. The slope of the landing in all directions shall be 1:48 maximum.11.5% Landing slope 11B-406.5.3 Kevin Moran Park 715 112 715 Curb Ramp Ramp Run Running Slope shall not be steeper than 1:12 (8.33%)8.6% measured 11B-406.2.1 Kevin Moran Park 715 113 716 Curb Ramp - Perpendicular Top Landing The landing clear length shall be 48 inches minimum. The landing clear width shall be at least as wide as the curb ramp, excluding any flared sides. The slope of the landing in all directions shall be 1:48 maximum.10.1% Landing slope 11B-406.5.3 Kevin Moran Park 716 114 717 Curb Ramp - Perpendicular Top Landing The landing clear length shall be 48 inches minimum. The landing clear width shall be at least as wide as the curb ramp, excluding any flared sides. The slope of the landing in all directions shall be 1:48 maximum.7.9% Landing slope 11B-406.5.3 Kevin Moran Park 717 115 718 Exercise Equipment Scope One of each type shall be located on an accessible route and have a clear floor space of 30"x48" positioned for transfer Equipment not located on an accessible route 11B-236 11B-1004 Kevin Moran Park 718 116 719 Accessible Route Scope The accessible route within the play area shall connect ground level and elevated play components, including entry and exit points of the play components.Exit points not connected to an accessible route 11B-206.2.17.1 Kevin Moran Park 719 117 720 Accessible Route Scope In court sports, at least one accessible route shall directly connect both sides of the court.No accessible route to both sides of the Bocce courts 11B-206.2.12 Kevin Moran Park 720 118 721 Drinking Fountain Clear Ground Space 30" x 48" positioned for a forward approach, centered on the unit and adjoining an accessible route. No changes in level and not greater than 1:48 (2.1%) slope Change in level (721A). Not adjoining an accessible route (721B).11B-602.2 Kevin Moran Park 721 119 722 Dining and Work Surfaces Clear Space Clear floor space of 30"x48" shall be provided and connected to an accessible route Picnic table not located on an accessible route 11B-902.2 Kevin Moran Park 722 120 723 Door Hardware Operable parts shall not require grasping or twisting of wrist Lock requires twisting of wrist 11B-309.4 Kevin Moran Park (Men's Restroom)723 121 723 Door Hardware Handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operable parts shall be a minimum of 34" and a maximum of 44" AFF Lock located at 48" AFF 11B-404.2.7 Kevin Moran Park (Men's Restroom)723 122 723 Door Signage Braille shall be separated 3/8" min. and 1/2" max. below the tactile characters Braille located greater than 1/2" below tactile characters 11B-703.3.2 Kevin Moran Park (Men's Restroom)723 123 723 Restroom Grab Bar The rear wall grab bar shall extend, from the centerline of the WC, 24" minimum on one side and 12" minimum on the other 20.5" on the open side 11B-604.5.2 Kevin Moran Park (Men's Restroom)723 Page 7 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 124 723 Restroom Mirror Mirrors located above the lavatory shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface at a maximum of 40" AFF 47" measured 11B-603.3 Kevin Moran Park (Men's Restroom)723 125 723 Restroom TP Dispenser The TP dispenser shall be 7" minimum and 9" maximum in front of the WC and 19" minimum AFF and below the grab bar TP dispenser located above the grab bar 11B-604.7 Kevin Moran Park (Men's Restroom)723 126 723 Restroom Water Closet Clearance around the WC shall be 60" minimum measured perpendicular from the side wall 58" measured 11B-604.3.1 Kevin Moran Park (Men's Restroom)723 127 723 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Soap dispenser measured at 44" AFF 11B-603.5 Kevin Moran Park (Men's Restroom)723 128 723 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Paper towel dispenser measured at 46" AFF 11B-603.5 Kevin Moran Park (Men's Restroom)723 129 723 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Seat cover dispenser is located behind WC and therefore not on an accessible route 11B-603.5 Kevin Moran Park (Men's Restroom)723 130 723 Door Hardware Operable parts shall not require grasping or twisting of wrist Lock requires twisting of wrist 11B-309.4 Kevin Moran Park (Women's Restroom)723 131 723 Door Hardware Handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operable parts shall be a minimum of 34" and a maximum of 44" AFF Lock located at 48" AFF 11B-404.2.7 Kevin Moran Park (Women's Restroom)723 132 723 Door Signage Braille shall be separated 3/8" min. and 1/2" max. below the tactile characters Braille located greater than 1/2" below tactile characters 11B-703.3.2 Kevin Moran Park (Women's Restroom)723 133 723 Restroom Grab Bar The rear wall grab bar shall extend, from the centerline of the WC, 24" minimum on one side and 12" minimum on the other 20" on the open side 11B-604.5.2 Kevin Moran Park (Women's Restroom)723 134 723 Restroom Mirror Mirrors located above the lavatory shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface at a maximum of 40" AFF 43.5" measured 11B-603.3 Kevin Moran Park (Women's Restroom)723 135 723 Restroom TP Dispenser The TP dispenser shall be 7" minimum and 9" maximum in front of the WC and 19" minimum AFF and below the grab bar TP dispenser located above the grab bar 11B-604.7 Kevin Moran Park (Women's Restroom)723 136 723 Restroom Water Closet Clearance around the WC shall be 60" minimum measured perpendicular from the side wall 57" measured 11B-604.3.1 Kevin Moran Park (Women's Restroom)723 137 723 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Soap dispenser measured at 42" AFF 11B-603.5 Kevin Moran Park (Women's Restroom)723 138 723 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Paper towel dispenser measured at 43" AFF 11B-603.5 Kevin Moran Park (Women's Restroom)723 Page 8 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 139 723 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Seat cover dispenser is located behind WC and therefore not on an accessible route 11B-603.5 Kevin Moran Park (Women's Restroom)723 140 740 Parking Additional Sign Sign at each entrance to parking lot, 17" x 22" minimum, letters 1" high minimum, blanks filled in.No sign at parking lot entrance 11B-502.8 Quarry Park 740 141 740 Parking Aisle markings Blue borderline around entire perimeter, contrasting crosshatching at 36" O.C., "NO PARKING" in 12" high letters Blue borderline does not complete perimeter. NO PARKING lettering less than 12" high 11B-502.3.3 Quarry Park 740 142 740 Parking Sign content ISA symbol, white on blue background with "MINIMUM FINE $250" and "VAN ACCESSIBLE" at van stalls no VAN ACCESSIBLE text on sign 11B-502.6 Quarry Park 740 143 740 Parking Space markings ISA symbol 36" square, white on blue background, located within 6" of center and aligned with back of space ISA symbol less than 36" square and not aligned with back of stall 11B-502.6.4.1 Quarry Park 740 144 741 Door Restroom Signage The geometric symbols shall be an equilateral triangle (men) with edges 12" long or a circle (women) with a diameter of 12", both with the center located between a min. of 58" and max. of 60" AFF Triangle sides are 10"11B-703.7.2.6 Quarry Park (Men's Restroom)741 145 741 Restroom Water Closet Clearance around the WC shall be 60" minimum measured perpendicular from the side wall 59" measured 11B-604.3.1 Quarry Park (Men's Restroom)741 146 741 Restroom Grab Bar The rear wall grab bar shall extend, from the centerline of the WC, 24" minimum on one side and 12" minimum on the other 22" on the open side 11B-604.5.2 Quarry Park (Men's Restroom)741 147 741 Restroom TP Dispenser The TP dispenser shall be 7" minimum and 9" maximum in front of the WC and 19" minimum AFF and below the grab bar 11" in front of WC 11B-604.7 Quarry Park (Men's Restroom)741 148 741 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Soap dispenser measured at 42" AFF 11B-603.5 Quarry Park (Men's Restroom)741 149 741 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Paper towel dispenser measured at 43" AFF 11B-603.5 Quarry Park (Men's Restroom)741 150 741 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Seat cover dispenser is located behind WC and therefore not on an accessible route 11B-603.5 Quarry Park (Men's Restroom)741 151 741 Door Restroom Signage The geometric symbols shall be an equilateral triangle (men) with edges 12" long or a circle (women) with a diameter of 12", both with the center located between a min. of 58" and max. of 60" AFF Triangle sides are 10"11B-703.7.2.6 Quarry Park (Women's Restroom)741 152 741 Restroom Water Closet Clearance around the WC shall be 60" minimum measured perpendicular from the side wall 59" measured 11B-604.3.1 Quarry Park (Women's Restroom)741 153 741 Restroom Grab Bar The rear wall grab bar shall extend, from the centerline of the WC, 24" minimum on one side and 12" minimum on the other 22" on the open side 11B-604.5.2 Quarry Park (Women's Restroom)741 Page 9 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 154 741 Restroom TP Dispenser The TP dispenser shall be 7" minimum and 9" maximum in front of the WC and 19" minimum AFF and below the grab bar 11" in front of WC 11B-604.7 Quarry Park (Women's Restroom)741 155 741 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Soap dispenser measured at 42" AFF 11B-603.5 Quarry Park (Women's Restroom)741 156 741 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Paper towel dispenser measured at 43" AFF 11B-603.5 Quarry Park (Women's Restroom)741 157 741 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Seat cover dispenser is located behind WC and therefore not on an accessible route 11B-603.5 Quarry Park (Women's Restroom)741 158 742 Drinking Fountain Clear Ground Space 30" x 48" positioned for a forward approach, centered on the unit and adjoining an accessible route. No changes in level and not greater than 1:48 (2.1%) slope Not located on an accessible route 11B-602.2 Quarry Park 742 159 742 Dining and Work Surfaces Clear Space Clear floor space of 30"x48" shall be provided and connected to an accessible route Not located on an accessible route 11B-902.2 Quarry Park 742 160 743 Accessible Route Scope Day use, vista points and similar areas shall be accessible Creek overlook is not accessible nor on an accessible route 11B-246.4 Quarry Park 743 161 744 Accessible Route Scope Day use, vista points and similar areas shall be accessible Viewing Platform is not accessible nor on an accessible route 11B-246.4 Quarry Park 744 162 750 Accessible Route Clear Width The clear width for sidewalks and walks shall be 48" minimum.44" measured 11B-403.5.1 Quito Park 750 163 751 Door Opening Force 5 lbs. maximum Greater than 5 lbs.11B-404.2.9 Quito Park (Men's Restroom)751 164 751 Door Closer Timing 5 seconds minimum from 90 degrees to 12 degrees Faster than 5 seconds 11B-404.2.8.1 Quito Park (Men's Restroom)751 165 751 Door Restroom Signage The geometric symbols shall be an equilateral triangle (men) with edges 12" long or a circle (women) with a diameter of 12", both with the center located between a min. of 58" and max. of 60" AFF No geometric symbol 11B-703.7.2.6 Quito Park (Men's Restroom)751 166 751 Door Hardware Handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operable parts shall be a minimum of 34" and a maximum of 44" AFF 50" measured 11B-404.2.7 Quito Park (Men's Restroom)751 167 751 Restroom TP Dispenser The TP dispenser shall be 7" minimum and 9" maximum in front of the WC and 19" minimum AFF and below the grab bar TP Holder above the grab bar 11B-604.7 Quito Park (Men's Restroom)751 168 751 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Soap dispenser measured at 42" AFF 11B-603.5 Quito Park (Men's Restroom)751 Page 10 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 169 751 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Paper towel dispenser measured at 50" AFF 11B-603.5 Quito Park (Men's Restroom)751 170 751 Restroom Grab Bar The rear wall grab bar shall extend, from the centerline of the WC, 24" minimum on one side and 12" minimum on the other 18" on the open side 11B-604.5.2 Quito Park (Men's Restroom)751 171 751 Restroom Partition Door The door shall be self-closing and have a pull placed on both sides near the latch Door is not self closing nor is there a pull on both sides 11B-604.8.1.2 Quito Park (Men's Restroom)751 172 751 Restroom Partition Door The door shall be located in the front partition or in the side wall or partition farthest from the water closet The door is not located farthest from the water closet 11B-604.8.1.2 Quito Park (Men's Restroom)751 173 751 Restroom Women's Restroom not measured but assumed to be similar to Men's Quito Park (Women's Restroom) 751 174 752 Accessible Route Scope Where ground level play components are provided, at least one of each type shall be on an accessible route Play components are not accessible 11B-240.2.1.1 Quito Park 752 175 752 Accessible Route Scope Where elevated play components are provided, at least 50 percent shall be on an accessible route Play components are not accessible 11B-240.2.1.2 Quito Park 752 176 753 Built-In Elements Dining and Work Surfaces A clear floor space of 30"x48" positioned for a forward approach shall be provided Chess table does not provide clear floor space 11B-902.2 Quito Park 753 177 753 Built-In Elements Dining and Work Surfaces A clear floor space of 30"x48" positioned for a forward approach, located on an accessible route, shall be provided Picnic tables not located on accessible route 11B-902.2 Quito Park 753 178 753 Accessible Route Scope An accessible route shall be provided to the boundary of each area of sport activity.No accessible route to the boundary of the horseshoe area 11B-206.2.18 Quito Park 753 179 753 Accessible Route Scope An accessible route shall be provided to the boundary of each area of sport activity.No accessible route to the boundary of the volleyball court 11B-206.2.18 Quito Park 753 180 753 Accessible Route Scope At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve. Where more than one route is provided, all routes must be accessible.No accessible route to the Community Garden 11B-206.2.1 Quito Park 753 181 754 Parking Additional Sign Sign at each entrance to parking lot, 17" x 22" minimum, letters 1" high minimum, blanks filled in.No sign at parking lot entrance 11B-502.8 Quito Park 754 182 754 Parking Aisle markings Blue borderline around entire perimeter, contrasting crosshatching at 36" O.C., "NO PARKING" in 12" high letters No blue borderline. No "NO PARKING" text 11B-502.3.3 Quito Park 754 183 754 Parking Sign content ISA symbol, white on blue background with "MINIMUM FINE $250" and "VAN ACCESSIBLE" at van stalls No signs. No Van Stall 11B-502.6 Quito Park 754 184 754 Parking Sign finish, size and location Reflectorized with a minimum area of 70 square inches and located adjacent to the space or within the projected space width No signs. No Van Stall 11B-502.6 Quito Park 754 185 754 Parking Slope Parking spaces and access aisles shall be at the same level and not steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)6.8% measured 11B-502.4 Quito Park 754 186 754 Parking Space dimensions 9'x18' at standard space, 12'x18' at Van space Spaces 17' deep 11B-502.2 Quito Park 754 Page 11 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 187 754 Parking Space markings ISA symbol 36" square, white on blue background, located within 6" of center and aligned with back of space Symbol 28". Symbol not aligned with back of stall 11B-502.6.4.1 Quito Park 754 188 754 Parking Access Aisles Access aisles shall adjoin an accessible route No accessible route to Park Facilities 11B-502.3 Quito Park 754 189 754 Curb Ramp Detectable Warnings Detectable warnings at curb ramps shall extend 36 inches in the direction of travel. No detectable warnings 11B-406.5.12 Quito Park 754 190 755 Team or Player Seating Scope At least one wheelchair space shall be provided in team or player seating areas No wheelchair space provided 11B-221.2.1.4 Quito Park 755 191 755 Specialty Seating Scope Wheelchair seating shall be provided in the number shown on Table 11B- 221.2.1.1 No wheelchair spaces provided 11B-221.2.1.6 Quito Park 755 192 755 Drinking Fountain Clear Ground Space 30" x 48" positioned for a forward approach, centered on the unit and adjoining an accessible route Drinking fountain not adjoin an accessible route 11B-602.2 Quito Park 755 193 760 Curb Ramp Detectable Warnings Detectable warnings at curb ramps shall extend 36 inches in the direction of travel. No detectable warnings 11B-406.5.12 Ravenswood Park 760 194 760 Curb Ramp Curb Ramp Flares Curb ramp flares shall not be steeper than 1:10 (10%)12.8% measured 11B-406.2.2 Ravenswood Park 760 195 761 Accessible Route Scope Where ground level play components are provided, at least one of each type shall be on an accessible route Play components are not accessible 11B-240.2.1.1 Ravenswood Park 761 196 761 Accessible Route Scope Where elevated play components are provided, at least 50 percent shall be on an accessible route Play components are not accessible 11B-240.2.1.2 Ravenswood Park 761 197 761 Accessible Route Abrupt changes in level Abrupt changes in level exceeding 4" between walks, sidewalks and other pedestrian ways and adjacent surfaces shall be identified by a warning curb at least 6" above the walk No warning curb 11B-303.5 Ravenswood Park 761 198 770 Parking Additional Sign Sign at each entrance to parking lot, 17" x 22" minimum, letters 1" high minimum, blanks filled in.11B-502.8 Wildwood Park 770 199 770 Parking Aisle markings Blue borderline around entire perimeter, contrasting crosshatching at 36" O.C., "NO PARKING" in 12" high letters No blue borderline. No "NO PARKING" text 11B-502.3.3 Wildwood Park 770 200 770 Parking Sign content ISA symbol, white on blue background with "MINIMUM FINE $250" and "VAN ACCESSIBLE" at van stalls No "MINIMUM FINE" text 11B-502.6 Wildwood Park 770 201 770 Parking Sign height 60" minimum above finish ground surface or 80" minimum if within a circulation path 54" measured 11B-502.6 Wildwood Park 770 202 770 Parking Slope Parking spaces and access aisles shall be at the same level and not steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)3.4% and 4.8% measured 11B-502.4 Wildwood Park 770 203 770 Parking Space dimensions 9'x18' at standard space, 12'x18' at Van space 7'-4" and 8'-3" wide. 16'-9" deep. No Van stall 11B-502.2 Wildwood Park 770 204 770 Parking Space markings ISA symbol 36" square, white on blue background, located within 6" of center and aligned with back of space ISA symbol not aligned with back of stall 11B-502.6.4.1 Wildwood Park 770 205 771 Accessible Route Detectable Warnings Where a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicle way at the same level, the boundary between the two shall be defined by detectable warnings No detectable warnings at the bottom of stairs or ramp 11B-247.1.2.5 Wildwood Park 771 206 771 Ramp Landing Slope Slope shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)3.1% measured 11B-405.7.1 Wildwood Park 771 207 771 Ramp Running Slope Running Slope shall not be steeper than 1:12 (8.33%)9.2% measured 11B-405.2 Wildwood Park 771 Page 12 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 208 771 Handrail Extensions Handrails shall extend 12" plus one tread depth beyond the bottom riser Handrails do not extend the required dimension 11B-505.10.3 Wildwood Park 771 209 772 Accessible Route Openings Openings in ground surfaces shall not allow passage of a sphere more than 1/2" diameter 1" measured 11B-302.3 Wildwood Park 772 210 773 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)5.7% measured 11B-403.3 Wildwood Park 773 211 774 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)12.6% measured 11B-403.3 Wildwood Park 774 212 775 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)10.6% measured 11B-403.3 Wildwood Park 775 213 775 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)7.4% measured 11B-403.3 Wildwood Park 775 214 776 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)9.4% measured 11B-403.3 Wildwood Park 776 215 777 Door Pull Side Clearance Maneuvering clearance perpendicular to the door shall be 60" minimum 41" measured 11B-404.2.4.1 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 216 777 Door Restroom Signage The geometric symbols shall be an equilateral triangle (men) with edges 12" long or a circle (women) with a diameter of 12", both with the center located between a min. of 58" and max. of 60" AFF Triangle sides are 10". Center of symbol at 66"11B-703.7.2.6 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 217 777 Restroom TP Dispenser The TP dispenser shall be 7" minimum and 9" maximum in front of the WC and 19" minimum AFF and below the grab bar TP Holder above the grab bar 11B-604.7 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 218 777 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Soap dispenser measured at 46" AFF 11B-603.5 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 219 777 Restroom Accessories Toilet accessories shall be located on an accessible route and operable parts shall be 40" maximum AFF Paper towel dispenser measured at 43" AFF 11B-603.5 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 220 777 Restroom Grab Bar The rear wall grab bar shall extend, from the centerline of the WC, 24" minimum on one side and 12" minimum on the other 19" on the open side 11B-604.5.2 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 221 777 Restroom Partition Door The door shall be self-closing and have a pull placed on both sides near the latch Door is not self closing nor is there a pull on both sides 11B-604.8.1.2 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 222 777 Restroom Water Closet The centerline of the WC shall be 17" minimum to 18" maximum from the side wall opposite the partition door 18.5" measured 11B-604.2 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 223 777 Restroom Partition Door Doors shall not swing into the clear floor space or clearance required for any fixture.59" required from back wall, 54.5" provided 11B-604.8.1.2 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 Page 13 of 14 Item Location Category Sub-Category Requirement Measured or Observed Code Site Photo PART 2 - ASSESSMENT 224 777 Restroom Mirror Mirrors located NOT above the lavatory shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface at a maximum of 35" AFF 38.5" measured 11B-603.3 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 225 777 Restroom Partition Door Door opening shall be 4" maximum from the side wall or partition furthest from the WC 5" Measured 11B-604.8.1.2 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 226 777 Restroom Lavatory 18" minimum from side wall to center of lavatory 17" measured 11B-606.6 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 227 777 Restroom Lavatory Knee clearance shall be 29" minimum AFF at front edge of lavatory or counter 28.5" measured 11B-306.3.3 Wildwood Park (Men's Restroom)777 228 777 Restroom Women's Restroom not measured and assumed to be similar to Men's Wildwood Park (Women's Restroom) 777 229 778 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)3.5% measured 11B-403.3 Wildwood Park 778 230 779 Ramp Running Slope Running Slope shall not be steeper than 1:12 (8.33%)10.7% measured 11B-405.2 Wildwood Park 779 231 779 Handrails Continuity Handrails shall be continuous within the full length of each ramp run No Handrails 11B-504.5.3 Wildwood Park 779 232 779 Ramp Ramp Edge Protection Edge protection shall be provided on each side of ramp runs and each side of ramp landings. No edge protection on one side 11B-405.9 Wildwood Park 779 233 780 Accessible Route Running Slope The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20 (5%)16.6% measured 11B-403.3 Wildwood Park 780 234 780 Accessible Route Cross Slope The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (2.1%)10.3% measured 11B-403.3 Wildwood Park 780 235 781 Accessible Route Scope An accessible route shall be provided to the boundary of each area of sport activity.No accessible route to the volleyball court 11B-206.2.18 Wildwood Park 781 236 781 Dining and Work Surfaces Clear Space Clear floor space of 30"x48" shall be provided and connected to an accessible route Picnic tables and bar-b-que not located on an accessible route 11B-902.2 Wildwood Park 781 237 782 Accessible Route Scope Where ground level play components are provided, at least one of each type shall be on an accessible route Play components are not accessible 11B-240.2.1.1 Wildwood Park 782 238 783 Accessible Route Scope Where ground level play components are provided, at least one of each type shall be on an accessible route Play components are not accessible 11B-240.2.1.1 Wildwood Park 783 239 783 Accessible Route Scope Where elevated play components are provided, at least 50 percent shall be on an accessible route Play components are not accessible 11B-240.2.1.2 Wildwood Park 783 Page 14 of 14 Part 3 - 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The ADA requires that newly constructed and altered State and local government facilities, places of public accommodation, and commercial facili- ties be readily accessible to, and usable by, individuals with disabilities. Recreational facilities, including play areas, are among the facilities required to comply with the ADA. The Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board - often referred to as the “Access Board” - has developed accessibility guidelines for newly constructed and altered play areas. The play area guidelines are a supplement to the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG). Once these guidelines are adopted as enforceable standards by the Department of Justice, all newly constructed and altered play areas covered by the ADA will be required to comply. These guidelines also apply to play areas covered by the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA). Summary This guide is intended to help designers and operators in using the accessibility guidelines for play areas. These guidelines establish minimum accessibility requirements for newly constructed and altered play areas. This guide is not a collection of playground designs. Rather, it provides specifications for elements within a play area to create a general level of usability for children with disabilities. Emphasis is placed on ensuring that children with disabilities are generally able to access the diversity of components provided in a play area. Designers and operators are encour- aged to exceed the guidelines where possible to provide increased accessibility and opportunities. Incorporating accessibility into the design of a play area should begin early in the planning proc- ess with consideration to layout, circulation paths, and the selection of play components. The play area guidelines were developed with significant public input and carefully consid- ered the balancing of costs, safety, and accessibility. The Access Board sponsored a Regulatory Negotiation Committee to develop proposed guidelines. The public was given an opportunity to comment on the proposed guidelines and the Access Board made changes to the proposed guide- lines based on the public comments. The Regulatory Negotiation Committee represented the fol- lowing groups and associations: American Society of Landscape Architects National Easter Seal Society ASTM Public Playground Committee National League of Cities ASTM Soft Contained Play Committee National Parent-Teacher Association ASTM Playground Surfacing Systems Committee National Recreation and Park Association International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association Spina Bifida Association of America National Association of Counties TASH National Association of Elementary School Principals United Cerebral Palsy Association National Child Care Association U.S. Access Board National Council on Independent Living This guide is designed to assist in using the play area accessibility guidelines and is divided into the following sections: Where Do the Play Area Guidelines Apply? What is a Play Component? How Many Play Components Must Be on an Accessible Route? What Are the Requirements for Accessible Routes? What Other Accessibility Requirements Apply to Play Components? Soft Contained Play Structures Copies of the play area accessibility guidelines and further technical assistance can be obtained from the U.S. Access Board, 1331 F Street, Suite 1000 NW, Washington, DC 20004-1111; 800- 872-2253, 800-993-2822 (TTY); www.access-board.gov. Alternate formats of this document are also available upon request. U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page contentS Play Area terms 4-5 Where do the Play Area Guidelines Apply? 6-8 New Construction ..................................................................................6 Alterations ..............................................................................................6 Equivalent Facilitation ...........................................................................6 Phasing in Play Areas ............................................................................7 Play Areas Separated By Age ................................................................8 Geographically Separated Play Areas ....................................................8 What is a Play component? 9-13 Play Components ...................................................................................9 Different “Types” ............................................................................10-11 Elevated Play Components ..................................................................12 Ground-Level Play Components .........................................................13 How Many Play components Must Be on An Accessible route? 14-18 Ground Level Play Components - One of Each Type .........................14 Ground Level Requirements - Based on Elevated Play Components ...15 Elevated Play Components ..................................................................16 Step-by-Step Guide 17 Play Area evaluation example 18 What Are the requirements For Accessible routes? 19-32 Accessible Routes ................................................................................19 Ground-Level Accessible Routes ..................................................20-21 Accessible Ground Surfaces ................................................................22 Accessible Surfaces Located in the Use Zone...............................22-23 Elevated Accessible Routes .................................................................24 When Ramps Are Required ...........................................................25-27 When Transfer Systems Are Used .................................................28-31 Connected Elevated Components ........................................................32 What other Accessibility requirements Apply to Play components? 33-37 Clear Floor or Ground Space ...............................................................33 Maneuvering Space ..............................................................................34 Entry Points and Seats .........................................................................35 Play Tables ...........................................................................................36 Reach Ranges (Advisory) ....................................................................37 Soft contained Play Structures 38 Alterations 39 Acknowledgements 40 U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page Play Area terms Many terms are used throughout this guide to describe the play area guidelines. Familiarity with these terms is important when applying the guidelines. Other definitions are provided in ADA/ABA. ABA - Architectural Barriers Act Access Board – An independent Federal agency that develops accessibility guidelines under the ADA and other laws. The Access Board is also known as the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board. Accessible – Describes a site, building, facility, or portion thereof that complies with the play area guidelines. Accessible Route – A continuous unobstructed path connecting all accessible elements and spaces of a building or facility. Inside the boundary of the play area, accessible routes may include platforms, ramps, elevators, lifts. Outside the boundary of the play area, accessible routes may also include parking access aisles, curb ramps, crosswalks at vehicular ways, walks, ramps, and lifts. ADA – Americans with Disabilities Act. Alteration – An alteration is a change to a building or facility that affects or could affect the usability of the building of facility or part thereof. Alterations include, but are not limited to, remodeling, renovation, rehabilitation, reconstruction, historic restoration, resurfacing of cir- culation paths or vehicular ways, changes or rearrangement of structural parts or elements, and changes or rearrangement in the plan configuration of walls and full-height partitions. Normal maintenance is not an alteration unless it affects the usability of the facility (see section on alterations for more details). Amusement Attraction – Any facility, or portion of a facility, located within an amusement park or theme park, that provides amusement without the use of an amusement device. Examples include, but are not limited to, fun houses, barrels, and other attractions without seats. ASTM – American Society for Testing and Materials. Berm – A sloped surface at ground level designed to ascend or descend in elevation. Clear – Unobstructed. Composite Play Structure – Two or more play structures attached or functionally linked, to cre- ate one integral unit that provides more than one play activity (ASTM F 1487-01). Cross Slope – The slope that is perpendicular to the direction of travel (see running slope). Elevated Play Component – A play component that is approached above or below grade and that is part of a composite play structure consisting of two or more play components attached or functionally linked to create an integrated unit providing more than one play activity. PlAy AreA terMS U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 5 Facility – All or any portion of buildings, structures, site improvements, elements and pedestrian routes or vehicle ways located on a site. Ground Level Play Component – A play component that is approached and exited at the ground level. Play Area – A portion of a site containing play components designed and constructed for children. Play Component – An element intended to generate specific opportunities for play, socialization, or learning. Play components may be manufactured or natural, and may be stand alone or part of a composite play structure. Ramp – A walking surface that has a running slope of greater that 1:20. Running Slope – The slope that is parallel to the direction of travel (see cross slope). Site – A parcel of land bounded by a property line or a designated portion of a public right-of- way. Soft Contained Play Structure – A play structure made up of one or more components where the user enters a fully enclosed play environment that utilizes pliable materials (e.g., plastic, netting, fabric). Use Zone – The ground level area beneath and immediately adjacent to a play structure or piece of equipment that is designated by ASTM F 1487 Standard Consumer Safety Performance Specification for Playground Equipment for Public Use for unrestricted circulation. This is the play surface upon which it is predicted a user would land when falling from or exiting the equipment. 1 PlAy AreA terMS U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page new construction The play area guidelines in this guide apply to all newly designed or constructed play areas for children ages 2 and older. This includes play areas located in a variety of settings: parks, schools, childcare facilities, shop- ping centers, and public gathering areas. Owners or operators of newly constructed play areas are responsible for complying with these guidelines. The play area guidelines do not apply to: • Family childcare facilities where the proprietor resides • Amusement attractions • Religious entities This large play area designed for the same age group is part of a public park system. The total of all the play components in this play area - which includes multiple composite struc-tures - must be counted when applying the play area guidelines. Alterations The play area guidelines also apply to existing play areas where alterations occur. Further infor- mation regarding the application of the play area guidelines to altered play areas can be found on page 39. equivalent Facilitation Designs that result in products or technologies as alternatives to those prescribed, provided substantially equivalent or greater accessibilty and usability. Equivalent facilitation is the concept of utilizing innovative solutions and new technology, design, or materials in order to satisfy the guidelines. These alternative solutions provide equal access and take advantage of new developments, but may differ technically from specific guidelines. 2 WHere do tHe PlAy AreA GuIdelIneS APPly? U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page Phasing in Play Areas When play areas are constructed in phases, they must continue to meet the play area guidelines throughout construction. The initial phase area must meet the guidelines, and then at each succes- sive phase the whole play area must be reassessed to assure compliance. This play area will be installed in two phases. As each phase is completed, the entire play area must be reevaluated for compliance. Prior to phase one, the first structure is evaluated for compliance, since the guidelines are based on a minimum number of play components required to be on an accessible route. At the onset of phase two, the play area is reevaluated in its entirety. “Phased designs” are play areas developed to be installed in dif- ferent stages, allowing the play area to grow in a planned manner while accommodating budgets, fund raising, or community approval processes. 3 5 WHere do tHe PlAy AreA GuIdelIneS APPly? U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page Play Areas Separated by Age To reduce the risk of injury, safety guidelines recommend separate play areas for different age groups. In applying the guidelines, play areas designed for different age groups should be considered separately. A play area designed for 2 to 5 year-olds is considered separate from one for 5 to 12 year-olds. Therefore, compliance with the guidelines must be considered for each individual play area. This dual play area designed for 2 to 5 year-olds and 5 to 12 year-olds shares resilient surfacing. Each section must be evaluated separately. Geographically Separated Play Areas Large geographical spaces may contain several play areas within one park setting. Where play areas are geographically separated on a site, they are considered separate play areas. The accessibility guidelines apply to each play area. 6 7 WHere do tHe PlAy AreA GuIdelIneS APPly? U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page Play components A play component is an element designed to generate specific opportunities for play, sociali- zation, and learning. Play components may be manufactured or natural, and may be stand alone or part of a composite play structure. Swings, spring riders, water tables, playhouses, slides, and climbers are among the many different play components. For the purpose of these guidelines, ramps, transfer systems, steps, decks, and roofs are not con- sidered play components. These elements are generally used to link other elements on a composite play structure. Although socialization and pretend play can occur on these elements, they are not primarily intended for play. Spring rider 8 Climber 9 Slide 11 Swing 10 WHere do tHe PlAy AreA GuIdelIneS APPly? U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 10 When applying the play area guidelines, it is important to identify the different play experi- ences play components can provide. different “types” At least one of each type of play component provided at ground level in a play area must be on an accessible route. Different “types” of play components are based on the general experience provided by the play component. Different types include, but are not limited to, experiences such as rocking, swinging, climbing, spinning, and sliding. A Swinging Type A Rocking Type This single play component provides one type of play experience for multiple individuals. “Rocking” is an example of horizontal movement that can be backwards, forwards, sideways or even cir- cular in nature. “Sliding” is an example of rapid descent that utilizes the force of gravity. 12 13 14 WHere do tHe PlAy AreA GuIdelIneS APPly? U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 11 The number of individuals who can play on a play component at once does not determine the quantity of play components provided in a play area. A play component can hold many children but is considered one type of play experience - or one play component - in the play area. Examples of Sliding Types While a spiral slide provides a slightly dif- ferent experience from a straight slide, the primary experience - a sense of rapid descent or sliding - is common to both activities. Therefore, a spiral slide and a straight slide are considered one “type” of play experience. 16 15 WHAt IS A PlAy coMPonent? U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 1 elevated Play components An elevated play component is a play component that is approached above or below grade and is part of a composite play structure. Play components that are attached to a composite play structure and that can be approached from a platform or deck area are considered elevated play components. This climber is considered an elevated component, since it can be approached or exited from the ground level or above grade from a platform or deck on a composite play structure. 17 18 WHAt IS A PlAy coMPonent? U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 1 Ground-level Play components Ground-level play components are items that can be approached and exited at ground level. For example, a child approaches a spring rider at ground level via the accessible route. The child may ride then exit directly back onto the accessible route. The activity is considered ground level because the child approaches and exits it from the ground-level route. Ground-level play components may be part of a composite structure. Ground-level components may also be free-standing in a play area. When more than one ground-level play component is required on an accessible route, the play components must be integrated. Designers should consider the optimal layout of ground-level play components to foster interaction and socialization among all children. Grouping all ground- level play components accessed by children with disabilities in one location does not constitute integration. “Ground-level compo- nents” are approached and exited at ground level. Ground-level play com- ponents may include items such as swings, spring riders, and panels. Freestanding slides are considered ground- level components for the purpose of these guidelines. An accessible route must connect to the ladder or steps, and to the exit of the slide. While this solution does not provide access for all children, it gives many individuals the oppor- tunity to access play components. 19 20 21 WHAt IS A PlAy coMPonent? U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 1 Ground-level Play components There are two requirements addressing how many ground-level play compo- nents must be on an accessible route: • One of Each Type • Ground-Level Requirements based on the number of Elevated Play Components one of each type At least one of each type of ground-level play component that is present in the play area must be on an accessible route. As an example, this play area includes a composite play structure, two spring riders and a swing set (see inset). To meet the requirement, an accessible route must connect to at least one spring rider and one swing for one of each type of ground-level play experi-ences which are present in the play area. The above step-by-step guide is intended to assist when applying the play area guidelines. A detailed description is provided on page 17. A “ground-level play component” is a play component that is approached and exited at the ground level. 23 22 HoW MAny PlAy coMPonentS MuSt Be on An AcceSSIBle route? U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 15 Ground level requirements Based on elevated Play components The number and variety of ground-level play components required to be on an accessible route is also determined by the number of elevated components provided in the play area. The intent of this requirement is to provide a variety of experiences for individuals who choose to remain with their mobility aids, or choose not to transfer to elevated play components. If ramps provide access to at least 50 percent of the elevated play components - which must include at least three different play types - then additional ground-level components are not required. In the play area shown on page 14, the composite structure has four elevated play components (bubble panel, slide, steering wheel, and tic-tac-toe panel). According to the table, a minimum of one ground level play component must be provided, and a minimum of one different type. The spring rider or swing can be used to meet the “one of each type” requirement and can also be used to meet the minimum number determined by Table 240.2.1.2. The above step-by- step guide is intended to assist when apply- ing the play area guidelines. A detailed description is provided on page 17. The number of ground- level components de- termined by “one of each type” can also fulfill the minimum ground level require- ment that is indicated by the elevated play components table. HoW MAny PlAy coMPonentS MuSt Be on An AcceSSIBle route? Table 240.2.1.2 U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 1 The above step-by-step guide is intended to assist when applying the play area guidelines. A detailed description is provided on page 17. An “elevated play component” is a play component reached from above or below grade, and is part of a composite play struc- ture. HoW MAny PlAy coMPonentS MuSt Be on An AcceSSIBle route? elevated Play components At least 50 percent of the elevated play components must be on an accessible route. Play areas with 20 or more elevated components must use ramps to connect a minimum of 25 percent of those components. A transfer system or ramps may connect the other elevated play components required on an accessible route. Play areas with less than 20 elevated play components may use a transfer system instead of ramps to connect at least 50 percent of the elevated components. 24 25 U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 1 Step-by-Step Guide The following step-by-step guide has been provided to assist in evaluating a play area for meet- ing the minimum requirements of these guidelines. The guide has been arranged in four steps and provides spaces to fill in numeric values of play components for evaluating a specific play area design. The step-by-step guide is used throughout the remainder of this guide as a key, shown in the upper corner of each new section where it applies. SteP-By-SteP GuIde on APPlyInG GuIdlIneS U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 1 The example below illustrates a proposed design for a new play area. Each section illustrated in the flow chart provides guidelines for the following design tasks: • Determining the number of play components • Assessing the variety of play types • Determining how many play com- ponents must be on an accessible route • Determining when ramps are required and when transfer systems are per- mitted Refer to this example while reviewing the concepts explained in this guide, to review how accessibility guidelines are applied to play area designs. Different types of Play Experience at Ground-level 1 Spring Rider + 1 Swing 2 Types Total # of elevated components 1 Triple Slide 1 Interactive Panel 1 Overhead Curved Ladder + 1 B a nister Bars 4 total 50% of 4 elevated components = 2 elevated components The greater number is the minimum requirement “One of Each Type” Table 240.2.1.2 = 1 Proposed Play Area Design Public FacilityParking Lot Spring Rider Existing Sidewalk36” wide Swing Set Loose fill Gravel Rubber Tile Safety Surface Banister Bars Overhead Curved Ladder Interactive Panel Triple Slide Transfer System 3 2 4 1 1 2 4 Tab l e 2 4 0 . 2 . 1 . 2 PlAy AreA evAluAtIon exAMPle U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 1 ADAAG chapter 4 addresses accessible routes that connect the play area to the school, parking lot, or facility that it serves. Operators or owners of play areas are subject to all the other requirements of the ADA, including the obligation to provide individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to enjoy the play area provided by that facility. This section describes the various features of accessible routes within a play area, including loca-tion, clear width, slope, and accessible surfaces. Accessible routes An accessible route is a pathway specifically designed to provide access for individuals with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility devices. Accessible routes inside the boundaries of play areas are addressed in the play area guide- lines. Technical provisions address the width, slope, and surface of both ground-level and elevated accessible routes. There are two types of accessible routes: • Ground-level • Elevated This ground-level route connects ground components and the transfer system which connects elevated com-ponents. This elevated route connects elevated play components on a composite structure. The accessible route must connect all entry and exit points of accessible play components. Clear floor space required at play compo- nents and maneuvering space can overlap the accessible route. Incorporating addi - tional circulation space around high-use play components creates extra room for move- ment and accessibility for everyone using the play area. 26 27 28 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 0 Ground-level Accessible routes A ground-level accessible route connects play components at ground level. • 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum clear width • 1:16 maximum slope The route may narrow down to 36 inches (915 mm) for a distance of 60 inches (1525 mm). This permits flexibility to work around site design features like existing equipment or trees. The required 60-inch width enables two wheelchairs to pass each other or to change direction. Smaller play areas - those that are less than 1,000 square feet (93 square meters) - may have ground-level accessible routes that are 44 inches (1120 mm) clear width. A wheelchair turning space must be provided where the route exceeds 30 feet (9.14 mm) in length. At ground level, objects may not protrude into the 60-inch wide space of an accessible route up to or below the height of 80 inches (2030 mm), measured above the accessible route surface. The 80-inch clearance applies only to the 60-inch accessible route, and is not required for the entire play area. The play area provides a fun accessible roadway theme. The protective shelters for the benches have been set outside the boundary of the route providing the 80 inches of clearance required on the route. The 80-inch vertical clearance applies to ground-level routes only, and not elevated routes. This allows features like protective roofs and sun shelters to be present. 29 30 31 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 1 Ground-level Accessible routes Maximum Slope at Ground level The maximum allowable slope for a ground-level accessible route is 1:16. Berms are sometimes used to provide access to elevated play areas. A berm may be a natural sloped surface that is present in a hilly play area site, or a ground-level route built with slopes. Designers are encouraged to consider edge protection and handrails on berms where there may be a drop-off. Remember the maximum slope of this “ground-level accessible route” is 1:16. However, handrails are not required on ground-level accessible routes. This is permitted since the handrails may become a safety hazard in the “use zone.” This play area provides a bermed accessible route. To accommodate a height change along the perimeter of a play area - like these rubber safety tiles placed on an asphalt surface - an allowable 1:12 slope is utilized for the transition at the boundary of the play area. 32 33 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page Accessible Ground Surfaces Ground surfaces along accessible routes, clear floor or ground spaces, and maneuvering spaces, must comply with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) F 1951- 99 Standard Specification for Determination of Accessibility to Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment. This standard assesses the accessibility of a surface by measuring the work an individual must exert to propel a wheelchair across the surface. The standard includes tests of effort for both straight-ahead and turning movements, using a force wheel on a rehabilitation wheelchair as the measuring device. To meet the standard, the force required must be less than that which is required to propel the wheelchair up a ramp with a slope of 1:14. When selecting ground surfaces, operators should request information about compliance with the ASTM F 1292-04 standard. Accessible surfaces can include impact-attenuating tiles made of recycled rubber and engi-neered wood fiber that meet the ASTM requirements for accessibility and safety. The design can be created so safety is not compromised for individuals using the play area where both standards are applied. Accessible Surfaces located In t he use Zone If located within the use zone, accessible ground surfaces must also be impact attenuating and meet ASTM F 1292-04 Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment. The “use zone” is a ground level area beneath and immedi- ately adjacent to a play structure or piece of equipment that is des- ignated for unrestricted circulation around the equipment. It is predicted that a user would fall and land or exit the equipment on the surface of the use zone. The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) has established safety standards for play areas, including resilient surfaces. For further information or to purchase these stan- dards, contact ASTM, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, www.astm.org. 34 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page At the time of this publi- cation, rubber surfacing and some engineered wood fiber products meet the ASTM F 1951- 99 standard . The fact that a specific product meets the ASTM 1951- 99 standard does not necessarily mean that all other similar products will meet the standard. Operators interested in selecting surfaces to comply with the play area guidelines, should consult individual prod- uct manufacturers to determine compliance with ASTM F 1951-99. Accessible and non-accessible surfaces can be combined to provide variety and excitement in the play area. Rubber surfacing tiles facilitate access in this play area. Ground surfaces must be inspected and maintained regularly and frequently to ensure continued compli- ance with the ASTM F 1292-04 standard. The frequency of maintenance and inspection of resilient surfacing depends on the amount of use and the type of surfacing installed. Accessible surfacing can be designed to complement the theme of the play area, while providing full access and visually integrating the surface into the overall design. Individuals of all abilities will enjoy the added benefits of an imaginative design. Engineered wood fiber surfaces will require frequent main- tenance to comply with the ASTM F 1292-04 standard because of surface displacement due to user activity or other factors. Designers and operators are likely to choose materials that best serve the needs of each play area. The type of material selected will affect the frequency and cost of maintenance. 35 36 37 38 39 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page elevated Accessible routes An elevated accessible route is the path used for connecting elevated play components. Elevated accessible routes must connect the entry and exit points of at least 50 percent of the elevated play components provided in the play area. Two common methods for providing access to elevated play components are ramps and transfer systems. Ramps are the preferred method since not all children who use wheelchairs or other mobility devices may be able to use - or may choose not to use - transfer systems. This photo illus-trates an elevated accessible route: • 36-inch (915 mm) clear width • 32-inch (815 mm) narrowed width permitted for 24-inch (610 mm) length to accommodate features in the composite structure • 12-inch (305 mm) rise maximum per ramp run • Top of handrail gripping surfaces shall be 20 inches (510 mm) minimum to 28 inches (710 mm) maximum above the ramp surface The 80-inch vertical clearance height does not apply to elevated accessible routes. This allows for the use of features such as roofs and sun shelters. “Ramps” serve as a continuation of the accessible route from the ground allowing individuals who use mobility devices to access elevated com- ponents. The guide- lines require that play areas containing 20 or more elevated play components provide ramp access to at least 25 percent of those elevated components. 41 40 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 5 When ramps Are required Ramps are required on composite structures with 20 or more elevated play components and must connect to at least 25% of the elevated play components. Ramps allow individuals who use wheelchairs and mobility devices to access elevated play components in composite play structures without transferring. This play area has more than 20 play components and provides ramp access to elevated play components. The ramp system, consisting of ramp runs and landings, must connect at least 25 percent of the elevated play components. The balance of the elevated play components required to be on an accessible route may be con-nected by the ramp system, or by a transfer system. Rise of a ramp is the amount of vertical distance the inclined or slanted surface ascends or descends. A ramp run is a length of a continuous sloped surface that is ascending or descending. For example, to reach a 12-inch high deck or platform, a designer could use a 12-foot ramp with the maximum 1:12 slope, or a 14-foot ramp with a less steeper 1:14 slope. Platform lifts, also known as “wheelchair lifts,” may be con - sidered for providing access to elevated play components when appropriate. Where applicable, plat- form lifts complying with ADA/ABA Accessibility Guidelines chapter 4 and applicable state and local codes are permitted as a part of an accessible route. Because lifts must be independently oper - able, owners and oper- ators should carefully consider the appropri- ateness of their use in unsupervised settings. 42 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page ramps For each elevated ramp run: • 12-inch (305 mm) maximum rise • 1:12 maximum slope • 36-inch (915 mm) minimum clear width landings Landings are the level surfaces at the top and bottom of each ramp run. • Must be as wide as the ramp they connect to • A minimum length of 60-inches (1525 mm) • If ramps change direction, the minimum landing size must be 60 inches (1525 mm) wide to accommodate a turn Maneuvering Space Where ramps are Provided At least one maneuvering space must be provided on the same level as the play component. The space must have a slope no steeper than 1:48 in all directions (see page 34 for further details). ADA/ABA Accessibility Guidelines addresses additional requirements for ramps and landings including edge protection, cross slope, surfaces, and outdoor conditions. “Ramps” are sloped surfaces that provide individuals who use mobility devices with access to elevated com- ponents. 43 44 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page Handrails Handrails are required on both sides of ramps connecting elevated play components. Handrails must comply with the following: • Clearance between handrail gripping surfaces and adjacent surfaces and shall not be 1 1/2 inches (38mm) minimum. • Handrail gripping surfaces shall be continuous along their length and shall not be obstructed along their tops or sides. The bottoms of handrail gripping surfaces shall not be obstructed for more than 20 percent of their length. Where provided, horizontal projections shall occur 1 1/2 inches (38mm) minimum below the bottom of the handrail gripping surface. In this case, additional handrails have been provided. Handrails are required to comply with ADA/ABA 505. However, extensions on handrails in the play area are not required. This is to prevent children running into protruding rails in the play area. 45 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? When transfer Systems Are used A transfer system provides access to elevated play components within a composite system by connecting different levels with transfer platforms and steps. A transfer system provides access to elevated play components without the use of a wheelchair or mobility device. At least 50% of the elevated play components can be connected by a trans- fer system in play areas with less than 20 elevated components. In play areas with 20 or more elevated play components, transfer systems may be used to connect up to 25% of the elevated play components and the rest of the elevated play components required to be on an accessible route must be connected by a ramp. A transfer system typically consists of a transfer platform, transfer steps, and transfer supports. Where a transfer system is provided, a combination of transfer platforms and transfer steps provide a continuous accessible route to elevated play components. A transfer system provides individuals the space necessary to physically transfer up or down in a composite play structure. Where provided, a 24-inch (610 mm) minimum width is necessary for individuals moving around a structure. Playful features can be part of the transfer system, providing interactive experiences from both an elevated or ground level approach. Consider the distance someone must travel to reach play components accessed by transfer systems. On page 31, the illustration shows a transfer system placed directly next to the slide. Access to this type of elevated play component has been carefully designed to minimize the distance someone must transfer to reach it. A “transfer system” is an alternative to a ramp system in play areas where there are less than 20 total elevated play components. The transfer system must connect to the ground-level acces - sible route and provide access to at least 50 percent of the elevated play components. 46 47 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page Transfer steps in a play area are not required to satisfy the general ADAAG stair require- ments. Maneuvering space and clear space is not required on elevated structures or at ele- vated play components reached by a transfer system. transfer Platforms A transfer platform is a platform or landing that an individual who uses a wheelchair or mobility device can use to lift or transfer onto the play structure and leave the wheelchair or mobility device behind at ground-level. • 11 inches (280 mm) to 18 inches (455 mm) height of top surface • Minimum 24 inches (610 mm) wide • Minimum 14 inches (355 mm) deep • Unobstructed side Adding a transfer step that leads to the ground's surface increases access for chil-dren exiting components at the ground level. Clear floor or ground space - used for parking wheelchair or mobility devices (commonly called “wheelchair parking”) - is required at the transfer platform. The 48-inch long side (1200 mm) of the “wheelchair parking” space must be parallel to the 24- inch (610 mm) side of the transfer platform. 48 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? 49 U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 0 transfer Steps • Minimum 24 inches (610 mm) wide • Minimum 14 inches (355 mm) deep • 8 inches (205 mm) maximum height Play areas intended for smaller children should provide steps at smaller height increments. This will accommodate smaller sized children who must lift or “bump” up each step. Transfer steps are level surfaces in a compos- ite structure that can be used for transfer- ring from different levels to access play components. 50 51 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 1 transfer Supports Transfer supports must be provided on transfer platforms and transfer steps at each level where transferring is the intended method of access. Materials in a variety of different shapes and sizes are used to manufacture transfer supports including metal, plastic, and rope. Aesthetically pleasing cut-out shapes and other design enhancements can provide hand sup-ports for transferring. Consideration must be given to the distance between the transfer system and the elevated play com- ponents it is intended to facilitate. Designers should minimize the distance between the point where a child transfers from a wheelchair or mobility device and the elevated play destination. This transfer system provides access to exciting elevated play experi-ences like sliding while minimiz-ing the distance individuals must traverse. A means of support is required when transferring into the entry or seat of a play component. Transfer supports assist individuals with transferring and general mobility. They include handrails, handgrips, or custom designed handholds. 52 53 54 55 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page connected elevated components When transfer systems are used, an elevated play component may connect to other elevated play components, providing an innovative, accessible route. A crawl tube is an elevated play compo-nent in this composite structure. Going through the tunnel provides access to additional activities on the other side. Consideration should be given to how a play component is utilized when it is selected to connect to other elevated play events. When a transfer system is provided, children move through a play component like this crawling tube, using their own strength without a mobility device. Providing variety and excitement through elevated play spaces benefits all children. Tunnels and tubes make “getting there” an activity in itself. Elevated play com- ponents that are con- nected to other play components count toward fulfilling the requirement for the number of elevated components on an accessible route where transfer systems are used. 56 57 WHAt Are tHe requIreMentS For AcceSSIBle routeS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page WHAt otHer AcceSSIBIlIty requIreMentS APPly to PlAy coMPonentS? Elevated play com- ponents accessed by transfer systems do not require maneuvering or clear floor spaces, since mobility devices are left at ground level. Clear floor or ground space is also some- times called “wheel- chair parking space.” The minimum clear floor or ground space on a composite struc- ture may be positioned for a forward or paral- lel approach. It may overlap accessible routes and maneuver- ing spaces. The play area guidelines address accessible routes connecting play components along with cer- tain spaces that are crucial to making a play area usable for children with disabilities. The other requirements for play components are provided to promote general usability, with application to a variety of play components. Additional features will assist in making play components more accessible to more children. Designers are encouraged to consider components with back support, increased space for maneuvering adjacent to the play component, and other features that promote independent use. clear Floor or Ground Space Clear floor space - also known as ground space - provides unobstructed room to accommo- date a single stationary wheelchair and its occupant at a play component on an accessible route. • 30-inch (760 mm) by 48-inch (1220 mm) minimum area • May overlap accessible routes and maneuvering spaces • Slope not steeper than 1:48 in all directions The clear floor space is permitted to overlap onto the landing area to provide access to this elevated window activity. Play components come in a variety of shapes and sizes facilitating a broad range of experiences. A spe- cific location for clear floor or ground space has not been designated. Each play component is unique and the spaces must be placed in the best location for the situation. This interactive play component has a clear ground space that allows front or side reach interaction. 59 58 U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page Maneuvering Space Maneuvering space is defined as the space required for a wheelchair to make a 180-degree turn. At least one maneuvering space must be provided on the same level as elevated play components. When providing access to ground level and elevated play components by ramps, space allowances to accommodate wheelchairs and mobility devices are required. • A 60-inch (1525 mm) turning circle permits indi- viduals with mobility devices to turn around • A 60-inch (1525 mm) T-Shaped turn allows an indi- vidual to change directions by making a series of multi-point turns • Slope not steeper than 1:48 in all directions Maneuvering space is required for swings and must be located adjacent to the swing. This illustration shows options for either a 60-inch turning circle or a T-shaped turn. While this illustration shows the maneuvering space to the side of the swing, the space may be located behind or in front of the swing as long as it is immediately adjacent to the swing. Objects are not permitted to protrude into ground level maneuvering spaces at or below 80 inches (2030 mm) above the ground or floor surface. WHAt otHer AcceSSIBIlIty requIreMentS APPly to PlAy coMPonentS? 60 61 62 U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 5 entry Points and Seats Entry points and seats are features of play components where individuals would transfer, sit, or gain access. When play components are located on an accessible route, the height required to transfer directly to the entry point or seat of a play component has a minimum of 11 inches (280 mm) and a maximum of 24 inches (610 mm). A mid-level height of 18 inches (455 mm) is recommended. Examples of entry points and seats include swing seats, spring rocker seats, and crawl-tube openings. Consider design features like open sides, back supports, and hand supports to help facilitate easy transfer and access. The height of the entry point of a slide is not specified. 63 64 65 66 WHAt otHer AcceSSIBIlIty requIreMentS APPly to PlAy coMPonentS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page Play tables Play tables are surfaces, boards, slabs, or counters that are created for play. This includes tables designed for sand and water play, gathering areas, and other activities. Where play tables are located on an accessible route, the wheelchair knee clearance minimums are: • 24 inches (610 mm) high minimum • 30 inches (760 mm) wide minimum • 17 inches (430 mm) deep minimum Play tables designed primarily for children under 5-years-old, may provide a parallel approach instead of knee clearance if the rim is a maximum of 31 inches (785 mm) high. The edge of this elevated sand table has been designed to provide access by providing a generous opening. The tops of rims, curbs, or other obstructions that would prevent access to a table surface should be 31 inches (785 mm) maximum in height. Play tables may be located at a ground or elevated level in a com- posite play structure. Consider the route, clear floor space and maneuvering spaces for tables intended to be accessible to individuals who use wheelchairs. 67 68 69 WHAt otHer AcceSSIBIlIty requIreMentS APPly to PlAy coMPonentS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page reach ranges (Advisory) The play area guidelines include advisory information on recommended reach ranges. Reach ranges are the recommended designated regions of space that a person seated in a wheelchair can reasonably extend their arm or hand to touch, manipulate, move, or interact with an object or play component. Reach ranges should be considered when providing play components with manipulative or interac- tive features for children who use wheelchairs. Recommended forward or side reach ranges are: • 20 to 36 inches for 3 to 4 year-olds • 18 to 40 inches for 5 to 8 year-olds • 16 to 44 inches for 9 to 12 year-olds Side Reach Forward Reach The reach ranges appropriate for use by children who use wheelchairs to access play com-ponents are intended for ground-level components, and elevated components accessed by ramps. Reach ranges are not appropriate for play components reached by transfer systems. Appropriate reach range heights will vary depending on how the play component is accessed. This interactive panel is mounted at a height appropriate for a child who uses a wheelchair. The reach ranges in this guide are recom- mendations that should be considered when designing play compo- nents with manipula- tive features intended for use by individuals who use wheelchairs. 70 71 72 WHAt otHer AcceSSIBIlIty requIreMentS APPly to PlAy coMPonentS? U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page Soft contained play structures must provide at least one entry point on an accessible route when three or fewer entry points are provided. If four or more entry points are provided, at least two entry points must be located on an accessible route. Soft contained play environments typically have limited entrance and exit locations, with play components integrated into the system design. Transfer systems or platform lifts can serve as a part of an accessible route connecting entry points on soft-contained play structures. “Soft contained play equipment” is a play structure made of one or more components, on which an individual enters a fully enclosed play environment that uses pliable materials such as plastic, soft padding, and fabric. 73 74 SoFt contAIned PlAy StructureS U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page The play area guidelines apply to alterations made to existing play areas that affect, or could affect, the usability of the play area. Examples include removing a climbing play component and replacing it with a spring rocker, or changing the ground surfacing. Alterations provide an opportunity to improve access to existing play areas. Where play compo- nents are altered and the ground surface is not, the ground surface does not have to comply with the ASTM F 1951-99 standard for accessible surfaces unless the cost of providing an accessible surface is less than 20 percent of the cost of the alterations to the play components. If the entire ground surface of an existing play area is replaced, the new ground surface must provide an accessible route to connect the required number and types of play components. The requirements for accessible routes are explained on page 19. This play area was altered by adding two spring rockers. The seat of at least one spring rocker is between 11 inches (280mm) and 24 inches (610mm) maximum, and clear floor or ground space and maneuvering space is provided. If the ground surface is replaced in the future, an accessible route would have to be provided to the spring rocker. Normal maintenance activities such as replacing worn ropes or topping off ground surfaces are not con- sidered alterations. If play components are relocated in an existing play area to create safe use zones, the guide- lines do not apply, pro- vided that the ground surface is not changed or extended for more than one use zone. Replacing the entire ground surface does not require the addition of more play compo- nents. 75 AlterAtIonS U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 0 The Access Board would like to thank the following manufacturers for their generous assistance and for supplying appropriate photographs or illustrations: Bob Leathers, Columbia Cascade, GameTime, KOMPAN, Landscape Structures, Little Tikes, Miracle, Olympic Recreation, Playworld Systems, and Recreation Creations. The numerical listing below shows the source of each photo or illustration. Top Cover Photo - KOMPAN Bottom Cover Photo - Miracle 1. KOMPAN 2. Little Tikes 3. KOMPAN 4. KOMPAN 5. KOMPAN 6. Little Tikes 7. KOMPAN 8. Little Tikes 9. KOMPAN 10. KOMPAN 11. Landscape Structures 12. Miracle 13. KOMPAN 14. Little Tikes 15. GameTime 16. Playworld Systems 17. GameTime 18. Little Tikes 19. Landscape Structures 20. Miracle 21. Recreation Creations 22. Miracle 23. Miracle 24. Landscape Structures 25. Miracle 26. Columbia Cascade 27. Playworld Systems 28. GameTime 29. KOMPAN 30. Elizabeth Garufi 31. Little Tikes 32. Playworld Systems 33. KOMPAN 34. Columbia Cascade 35. KOMPAN 36. KOMPAN 37. Little Tikes 38. KOMPAN 39. KOMPAN 40. GameTime 41. GameTime 42. GameTime 43. Playworld Systems 44. Landscape Structures 45. Miracle 46. Landscape Structures 47. Little Tikes 48. Landscape Structures 49. KOMPAN 50. Game Time 51. Recreation Creations 52. Miracle 53. KOMPAN 54. Playworld Systems 55. KOMPAN 56. KOMPAN 57. KOMPAN 58. Olympic Recreation 59. Playworld Systems 60. KOMPAN 61. KOMPAN 62. Access Board 63. Playworld Systems 64. Little Tikes 65. Landscape Structures 66. GameTime 67. Playworld Systems 68. Landscape Structures 69. Bob Leathers 70. KOMPAN 71. KOMPAN 72. Miracle 73. GameTime 74. Access Board 75. Miracle This manual was developed in part through a contract with KOMPAN, Inc., 7717 New Market Street, Olympia, WA 98501. AcknoWledGeMentS