Accessible design
- 72 Accessible design
- 73 Ergonomics: visual and physical
- 74 Exterior noise intrusion
- 75 Internally generated noise
- 76 Thermal comfort
- 77 Olfactory comfort
- 78 Reverberation time
- 79 Sound masking
- 80 Sound reducing surfaces
- 81 Sound barriers
- 82 Individual thermal control
- 83 Radiant thermal comfort
- P4 Impact reducing flooring
72. Accessible design
To promote equity by providing buildings that are accessible and usable by people of all physical abilities.
Ensuring that individuals with physical disabilities have access and mobility is an important aspect of an equitable building environment.
The project demonstrates compliance with one of the following:
Applicability Matrix
| Core & Shell | New & Existing Buildings | New & Existing Interiors | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Accessibility and Usability | P | P | P |
| Commercial Kitchen | Education | Multifamily Residential | Restaurant | Retail | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Accessibility and Usability | P | P | - | P | P |
Verification Methods Matrix
| Letters of Assurance | Annotated Documents | On-Site Checks | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Accessibility and Usability | Architect |
| 72.1.a |
The Department of Justice Civil Rights Division's 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design set accessibility standards for new construction and alterations. |
| 72.1.b |
The ISO’s 21542:2011 provides standards on accessibility for newly constructed or renovated buildings. |