ADA in Details: Interpreting the 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design

ADA in Detailsprovides a visual interpretation of the2010 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standardsfor a convenient, go-to reference of pertinent scoping,technical requirements, and sourcing information.Architects, designers, and everyone else involved in thebuilt environment can turn to this authoritative resourceto understand accessibility compliance for places ofpublic accommodation, commercial facilities, and publicbuildings.Every detail is presented with both a clear explanation and illustrations that synthesize federal regulations and the 2016 California Building Code (CBC). A reference of this scope presenting visual detail examples and specifications for both newly constructed and existing facilities enables you to:

• Get up to speed on accessibility standards and requirements
• Differentiate the CBC from the ADA Standards with color contrasting text and graphics for immediate clarification
• Keep a solutions guide at your fingertips for accessible routes, site features, architectural elements, restrooms, and more
• Quickly find requirements for specialty areas of accessibility, including assembly areas, kitchens, storage spaces, hospitality and recreational facilities, as well as dwelling units

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