ADA Accessibility Requirements
The controlling numbers from the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design — a U.S. government publication — organized by what you’re building, with section citations to ada.gov.
ADA Ramp Requirements — Slope, Width, Landings & Handrails
Ramps on accessible routes are governed by Chapter 4 of the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. The controlling numbers: 1:12 maximum running sl…
ADA Parking Requirements — How Many Accessible Spaces & Sizes
Accessible parking counts come straight from Table 208.2 of the 2010 ADA Standards, and space dimensions from Section 502. One of every six accessible…
ADA Bathroom Requirements — Clearances, Grab Bars & Fixtures
Accessible toilet rooms are covered by Sections 603–606 of the 2010 ADA Standards. The controlling geometry: a 60-inch turning circle, a water closet …
ADA Door & Accessible Route Requirements — Widths & Clearances
Doors and accessible routes are governed by Sections 402–404 of the 2010 ADA Standards. The number everyone remembers is the 32-inch clear opening — m…
The ADA is a federal civil-rights law enforced by the Department of Justice — it applies in addition to your local building code. For adopted local codes, see the jurisdiction permit pages.