FINAL EXPRESS TERMS FOR PROPOSED BUILDING STANDARDS OF THE DIVISION OF THE STATE ARCHITECT-ACCESS COMPLIANCE CONCERNING 2007 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 24, PART 2 2007 Code Cycle LEGEND FOR EXPRESS TERMS 1. Existing California amendments or code language being modified: All such California language appears in italics. Adopted California language is shown in single underlined (underlined). Repealed California language is shown in single strikeout (strikeout). 2. New California amendments: All such California adopted language appears in italics (italics) and single underlined (underlined). 3. Repealed text: All such repealed language appears in single strikeout (strikeout). 4. Related Changes: Where adoptions, amendments, or repeals in one section, create code changes in another section, those related code change(s) are indented below primary code change. 5. Notation: Authority and Reference citations are provided at the end of each chapter. 6. 15-Day amendments (see Figures 11B-18A, B & C): All such language appears in italics, double underline (underlined) or double strikeout (strikeout). 7. 2nd 45-day amendments (see Items 13, 45, 47, Figures 11B-35 & 11B-37) or code language being modified: All such language appears in italics, bold, double underlined (underlined) or in bold with double strikeout (strikeout). DSA proposes to: 1. Amend the 2007 edition of the California Building Code 2. Adopt new building standards that are not addressed by the model code 3. Adopt US DOJ Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Certification related accessibility standards Abbreviations Used: Chapter (CH or Ch.) Section (SEC or Sec.) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Division of the State Architect - Access Compliance (DSA-AC) California Building Code (CBC) CH 2 – DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS SEC 202 -- DEFINITIONS Item 1. Proposed code change(s): HOTEL or MOTEL [DSA-AC] is any building containing six or more guest rooms intended or designed to be used, or which are used, rented or hired out to be occupied, or which are occupied for sleeping purposes by guests. MOTEL [DSA-AC] See “Hotel (or Motel).” Item 2. Proposed code change(s): PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION [DSA-AC] includes, but is not limited to, any public use building or facility or other specific public use facilities not listed in Items 1 through 12 if they fall that may be classified into one or more of the following categories: 1. Places of public lodging. 2. Establishments serving food or drink open to public use. 3. Places of exhibition or entertainment open to public use. 4. Places of public gathering. 5. Sales or rental establishments open to public use. 6. Service establishments open to public use. 7. Stations used for public transportation. 8. Places of public display or collection. 9. Places of public recreation. 10. Places of public education. 11. Social service center establishments open to the general public use. 12. Places of exercise or recreation open to public use. Examples of public accommodations for purposes of this code shall include, but not be limited to, the following private entities: 1. An inn, hotel, motel or other place of public lodging, except for a lodging house located within a building that contains not more than five rooms for rent or hire and that is actually occupied by the proprietor of such establishment as the residence of such proprietor. 2. A restaurant, bar, or other establishment serving food or drink. 3. A motion picture house, theater, concert hall, stadium or other place of exhibition or entertainment. 4. An auditorium, convention center, lecture hall, or other place of public gathering. 5. A bakery, grocery store, clothing store, hardware store, shopping center, or other sales or retail rental establishment. 6. A laundromat, dry cleaner, bank, barber shop, beauty shop, travel service, shoe repair service, funeral parlor, gas station, office of an accountant or lawyer, pharmacy, insurance office, professional office of a health care provider, hospital or other service establishment. 7. A terminal, depot, or other station used for specified public transportation. 8. A museum, library, gallery, or other place of public display or collection. 9. A park, zoo, amusement park, or other place of recreation. 10. A nursery, elementary, secondary, undergraduate or postgraduate private school, or other place of education. 11. A day care center, senior citizen center, homeless shelter, food bank, adoption agency or other social service center establishment. 12. A gymnasium, health spa, bowling alley, golf course or other place of exercise. 13. A church. 14. An office building. 15. A public curb or sidewalk. Item 3. Proposed code change(s): TOEBOARD. [DSA-AC] See Chapter 11A, Section 1107A.20-T. Item 4. Proposed code change(s): TOWNHOUSE. A single-family … [DSA-AC] For applications required to provide accommodations for persons with disabilities, see Chapter 11A, Section 1107A.20-T. CH 10 – MEANS OF EGRESS Item 5. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1012 – HANDRAILS [DSA-AC] In addition to the requirements of this section, means of egress, which provide access to, or egress from, buildings or facilities where accessibility is required for applications listed in Section 109.1 regulated by the Division of the State Architect ? Access Compliance, shall also comply with Chapter 11A or Chapter 11B, Sections 1133B.4.1 or 1133B.5.5, as applicable. CH 11B ? ACCESSIBILITY TO PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC ACCOMMODATIONS, COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS AND PUBLICLY FUNDED HOUSING Item 6. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1102B -- DEFINITIONS For additional definitions pertinent to the Division of the State Architect ? Access Compliance accessibility requirements, see Chapter 2, Section 202. For the purpose of the chapter, certain terms are defined as follows: COMPLY WITH means to meet one or more specifications of these regulations. IF, IF...THEN denotes a specification that applies only when the conditions described are present. MAY denotes an option or alternative. SHALL denotes a mandatory specification or requirement. SHOULD denotes an advisory specification or recommendation. Item 6.1 Related code change(s): SEC 202 -- DEFINITIONS COMPLY WITH. [DSA-AC] See Chapter 11B, Section 1102B. IF. IF … THEN. [DSA-AC] See Chapter 11B, Section 1102B. MAY. [DSA-AC] See Chapter 11B, Section 1102B. SHALL. [DSA-AC] as used in this code means mandatory. See Chapter 11B, Section 1102B. SHOULD. [DSA-AC] See “Recommend.” [DSA-AC] See Chapter 11B, Section 1102B. Item 7. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1102B -- DEFINITIONS CURB RAMP is a sloping pedestrian way, intended for pedestrian traffic, which provides access between a walk or sidewalk to and a surface located above or below an adjacent curb face. Item 8. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1102B -- DEFINITIONS LIFT, SPECIAL ACCESS PLATFORM (WHEELCHAIR). See “Special access lift” “Platform (Wheelchair) Lift”. SPECIAL ACCESS PLATFORM (WHEELCHAIR) LIFT is a hoisting and lowering mechanism equipped with a car or platform or support that serves two landings of a building or structure and is designed to carry a passenger or passengers and (or) luggage or other material a vertical distance as may be allowed. Item 8.1 Related code change(s): SEC 202 -- DEFINITIONS LIFT, SPECIAL ACCESS PLATFORM (WHEELCHAIR). [DSA-AC] See “Special Access Platform (Wheelchair Lift” Chapter 11A, Section 1107A.12-L and Chapter 11B, Section 1102B. SPECIAL ACCESS PLATFORM (WHEELCHAIR) LIFT. [DSA-AC] See Chapter 11A, Section 1107A.19-S 1107A.16-P and Chapter 11B, Section 1102B. Item 8.2 Related code change(s): SEC 1007 -- ACCESSIBLE MEANS OF EGRESS 1007.5 Platform lifts. Platform (wheelchair) lifts shall … [DSA-AC] See Chapter 11B, Section 1116B.3 for additional accessible means of egress requirements at platform or special access (wheelchair) lifts. Item 8.3 Related code change(s): SEC 1114B -- EXIT ACCESS 1114B.1.1 General. When accessibility is required … Special Access Platform (Wheelchair) Lifts – [for HCD 1/AC] Section 1124A; [for DSA-AC] Section 1116B.2. Item 8.4 Related code change(s): SEC 1116B -- ELEVATORS AND SPECIAL ACCESS PLATFORM (WHEELCHAIR) LIFTS 1116B.2 Special access Platform (wheelchair) lifts. Special access Platform (wheelchair) lifts may be provided between levels in lieu of passenger elevators when the vertical distance between landings, as well as the structural design and safeguards are as allowed by ASME A18.1 Safety Standard for Platform Lifts and Stairway Chair Lifts; the State of California, Division of the State Architect?Access Compliance; the Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Occupational Safety and Health and any applicable safety regulations of other administrative authorities having jurisdiction. … 1116B.3 When provided as a means of egress. Special access Platform (wheelchair) lifts, when provided as a component in an accessible means of egress, shall conform to the requirements of Section 1116B.3. 1116B.3.1 Standby power. To ensure continued operation in case of primary power loss, special access platform (wheelchair) lifts shall be provided with standby power or with self-rechargeable battery power that provides sufficient power to operate all platform lift functions for a minimum of five upward and downward trips. 1116B.3.2 Special access Platform (wheelchair) lifts, when provided per Section 1116B.2.2, are permitted to be a component of an accessible means of egress when the area served by the special access platform (wheelchair) lift does not serve more than four wheelchair viewing positions and where any one of the following conditions exist: … Item 8.5 Related code change(s): SEC 1120B -- SPACE ALLOWANCE AND REACH RANGES 1120B.1 Floors within each story. In buildings and facilities, floors of a given story shall be a common level throughout, or shall be connected by pedestrian ramps, passenger elevators or special access platform (wheelchair) lifts. … Item 8.6 Related code change(s): CH 30 -- ELEVATORS AND CONVEYING SYSTEMS SEC 3001 – GENERAL 3001.1 Scope. This chapter governs … Exception: [DSA-AC] For accessibility requirements for special access platform (wheelchair) lifts and elevators, see California Code of Regulations, Title 8 and Title 24, Part 2, Sections 1124A and 1116B. 3001.3 Accessibility. Passenger elevators and special access platform (wheelchair) lifts required to be accessible by Chapters 11A or 11B shall conform to Chapter 11A for applications listed in Section 108.2.1.2 regulated by the Department of Housing and Community Development or Chapter 11B for applications listed in Section 109.1 regulated by the Division of the State Architect-Access Compliance. Item 9. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1102B -- DEFINITIONS TEXT TELEPHONE is machinery or equipment that employs interactive graphic (for example, typed) text-based communications through the transmission of coded signals across the standard telephone network. Text telephones can include, for example, devices known as TTYs (telecommunication display devices teletypewriters) or computers. Item 10. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1104B -- ACCESSIBILITY FOR GROUP A OCCUPANCIES 1104B.3 Auditoriums, assembly halls, theaters and related facilities. 1104B.3.3 Variety of locations. Accessible seating or accommodations in places of public amusement and resort, including theaters, concert halls and stadiums, but not including hotels and motels, shall be provided in a variety of locations so as to provide persons with disabilities a choice of admission prices otherwise available to members of the general public. Item 11. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1104B -- ACCESSIBILITY FOR GROUP A OCCUPANCIES 1104B.3 Auditoriums, assembly halls, theaters and related facilities. 1104B.3.4 Wheelchair spaces. 1. The number of such spaces is as shown in Table 11B-1. TABLE 11B-1 WHEELCHAIR SEATING SPACES SEATING CAPACITY NO. OF WHEELCHAIR SEATING SPACES 4 to 25 1 26 to 50 2 51 to 300 4 301 to 500 6 In addition, 1 percent, but not less than one, of all fixed seats, shall be aisle seats with no armrests on the aisle side, or removable or folding armrests on the aisle side. Each such seat shall be identified by a sign or marker with the International Symbol of Accessibility (see Figure 11B.6). Signage notifying patrons of the availability of such seats shall be posted at the ticket office. Signs and markers shall comply with 1117B.5.1 Items 2 and 3, as applicable. … 2. When the seating capacity exceeds 500, one additional wheelchair seating space shall be provided for each total seating capacity increase of 100. 3. The ground or floor at spaces shall be level and shall comply with Section 1124B. Item 12. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1104B -- ACCESSIBILITY FOR GROUP A OCCUPANCIES 1104B.4 Stadiums, grandstands, bleachers, athletic pavilions, gymnasiums and miscellaneous sports-related facilities. 1104B.4.3 Participation areas. Participation areas shall be accessible to persons with disabilities, including the following listed and similar activity areas: … 4. Swimming pool deck areas must shall be accessible, and a mechanism to assist persons with disabilities in gaining entry into the pool and in exiting from the pool shall be provided. Such a mechanism may consist of a swimming pool lift device that as long as the device meets all of the following criteria: 4.1. Have a seat that meets all of the following: 4.1.1. The seat must shall be rigid; 4.1.2. The seat must shall be not less than 17 inches (423 mm) and not more than 19 inches (483 mm), inclusive of any cushioned surface that might be provided, above the pool deck; 4.1.3. The seat must shall have two armrests. The armrest on the side of the seat by which access is gained shall be either removable or fold clear of the seat; 4.1.4. The seat must shall have a back support that is at least 12 inches (305 mm) tall; 4.1.5. The seat must shall have an occupant restraint for use by the occupant of the seat, and the restraint must shall meet the standards for operable controls in compliance with Section 1117B.6, Items 1 through 4. … Item 13. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1104B -- ACCESSIBILITY FOR GROUP A OCCUPANCIES 1104B.5 Dining, banquet and bar facilities. 1. General. 2. Entrance. Access … 3. Functional activity. Raised or sunken areas. All dining areas, including raised or sunken dining areas, loggias, outdoor seating areas, and all areas where each type of functional activity occurs shall be accessible. raised or sunken areas, including dining areas, loggias and outdoor seating areas, shall be accessible. A raised platform where a head table or speaker’s lectern is located shall be accessible. Open edges of raised or sunken areas shall be protected by a curb complying with 1133B.5.4.9 as required by Sections 1013 Guards, 1133B.8.1 Warning Curbs, or by other means as required by this code. For existing buildings, see Section 1120B, Floors and Levels. 4. Seating. Each dining, … 5. Food service aisles. Food service … 6. Tableware and condiment areas. Self-service … 7. Restrooms. Restrooms and … 8. Food preparation areas. Access to … Item 14. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1106B -- ACCESSIBILITY FOR GROUP E OCCUPANCIES 1106B.4 Library general use areas. … 1. General. … 2. Open book stacks. … 3. Height of book shelves. … 4. Card catalogs and magazine displays. … 5. Reading and study areas. At least 5 percent or a minimum of one of each element of fixed seating, tables, study carrels, computers or similar workstations shall be on an accessible route complying with Section 1114B.1.2, and shall comply with Section 1118B, “Space Allowance and Reach Ranges”, Section 1122B, “Fixed or Built-in Seating, Tables, and Counters” and Section 1133B.6 “Aisles”. 6. Check-out areas. At least one lane at each check-out area shall be on an accessible route complying with Section 1114B.1.2, and shall have a portion of the counter which is at least 36 inches (914 mm) in length with a maximum height of 34 inches (864 mm) above the finish floor with a 36 inch (914 mm) wide aisle on the customer side. Any traffic control or book security gates or turnstiles shall comply with Section 1133B.2.3.4. Item 15. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1109B -- ACCESSIBILITY FOR GROUP I OCCUPANCIES 1109B.3 Patient bedrooms and toilet rooms. Patient bedrooms and associated toilet facilities shall be made accessible as follows: 1. Long-term-care facilities, … 2. General-purpose hospitals, … 3. Hospitals and rehabilitation facilities … Exceptions: 1. In existing buildings, when patient bedrooms are being added or altered as part of a planned renovation of an entire wing, a department, or other discrete area of an existing medical facility, the accessible rooms provided shall comply with Section 1109B.4 and shall be consistent with the percentage of rooms required to be accessible by 1109B.3, until the number of accessible patient bedrooms in the facility equals the overall number that would be required if the facility were newly constructed. (For example, if 20 patient bedrooms are being altered in the obstetrics department of a hospital, 2 of the altered rooms must be made accessible. If, within the same hospital, 20 patient bedrooms are being altered in a unit that specializes in treating mobility impairments, all of the altered rooms must be made accessible.) Where toilet/bathrooms are part of patient bedrooms which are added or altered and required to be accessible, each such patient toilet/bathroom shall comply with 1109B.5. 2. In existing buildings, when patient bedrooms are being added or altered individually, and not as part of an alteration of the entire area, the altered patient bedrooms shall comply with 1109B.4, unless either: a) the number of accessible rooms provided in the department or area containing the altered patient bedroom equals the number of accessible patient bedrooms that would be required if the percentage requirements of 1109B.3 were applied to that department or area; or b) the number of accessible patient bedrooms in the facility equals the overall number that would be required if the facility were newly constructed. Where toilet/bathrooms are part of patient bedrooms which are added or altered and required to be accessible, each such toilet/bathroom shall comply with 1109B.5. Item 16. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1111B -- ACCESSIBILITY FOR GROUP R OCCUPANCIES 1111B.4 Hotels, motels, inns, dormitories, resorts, homeless shelters, halfway houses, transient group homes and similar places of transient lodging. Hotels … 1111B.4.6 Bathrooms in hotels, motels, inns, dormitories, resorts, homeless shelters, halfway houses, transient group homes and similar places of transient lodging. Required accessible bathrooms for places of transient lodging shall comply with the following provisions: Exception: Hotel and motel bathrooms beyond those specified in Section 1111B.4 need not comply with the provisions of this section or other accessibility provisions of the California Building, Electrical, and Plumbing Codes if they provide the following features: 1. All bathroom fixtures are in a location that allows a person using a wheelchair measuring 30 inches by 48 inches (762 mm by 1219 mm) to touch the wheelchair to any lavatory, urinal, water closet, tub, sauna, shower stall and any other similar sanitary installation, if provided. 2. All bathroom entrance doors have a clear opening width of 32 inches (813 mm) and shall be either sliding doors or shall be hung to swing in the direction of egress from the bathroom. 1. Doors. Doors to accessible bathrooms shall … 2. Clear floor space. All fixtures and controls shall … 3. Water closets. If a toilet compartment is provided, it shall … 4. Lavatory and mirrors. If a lavatory and/or mirror is provided, they shall … 5. Controls and dispensers. If controls, dispensers, … 6. Bathing and shower facilities. If tubs or showers are provided, then … 7. Toilet facilities. Toilet facilities shall … Hotel and motel bathrooms beyond those specified in Section 1111B.4 shall provide the following features: 1. All bathroom fixtures shall be in a location that allows a person using a wheelchair measuring 30 inches by 48 inches (762 mm by 1219 mm) to touch the wheelchair to any lavatory, urinal, water closet, tub, sauna, shower stall and any other similar sanitary installation, if provided. 2. All bathroom entrance doors shall have a clear opening width of 32 inches (813 mm) and shall be either sliding doors or shall be hung to swing in the direction of egress from the bathroom. Item 17. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1111B -- ACCESSIBILITY FOR GROUP R OCCUPANCIES 1111B.4 Hotels, motels, inns, dormitories, resorts, homeless shelters, halfway houses, transient group homes and similar places of transient lodging. Hotels, … 1111B.4.7 Storage areas. Fixed or built-in storage facilities located within accessible sleeping rooms or suites required by Table 11B-3 shall be accessible in the number and dimensions provided in Section 1125B. 1111B.4.8 1111B.4.7 Dormitory rooms. Dormitory rooms beyond those specified herein shall comply with the adaptability requirements of Section 1111B.5. SEC 1115B – BATHING AND TOILET FACILITIES (SANITARY FACILITIES) Item 18. Proposed code change(s): 1115B.3 Toilet facilities. 1115B.3.1 Multiple-accommodation toilet facilities. Multiple-accommodation toilet facilities shall have the following: 1. Wheelchair clearance. A clear space …  2. Clear floor space at fixtures. Doors shall not swing into the clear floor space required for any fixture. Exception: An in-swinging, side-opening door to an accessible water closet compartment shall comply with Figure 11B-1B.  3. Accessible water closet. Provide a minimum… Item 19. Proposed code change(s): 1115B.3 Toilet facilities. 1115B.3.1 Multiple-accommodation toilet facilities. Multiple-accommodation toilet facilities shall have the following: … 3. Accessible fixtures water closet. Provide a minimum of one accessible water closet in compliance with Section 1115B.4.1 and a minimum of one accessible lavatory in compliance with Section 1115B.4.3. Item 20. Proposed code change(s): 1115B.3 Toilet facilities. 1115B.3.1 Multiple-accommodation toilet facilities. Multiple-accommodation toilet facilities shall have the following: … 4. Accessible water closet compartment. … 4.5 The inside and outside of the compartment door shall be equipped with a loop or U-shaped handle immediately below the latch. The latch shall be flip-over style, sliding or other hardware not requiring the user to grasp or twist. Except for door-opening widths and door swings, a clear, unobstructed access of not less than 44 inches (1118 mm) shall be provided to water closet compartments designed for use by persons with disabilities. Maneuvering space at the compartment door shall comply with Sections 1133B.2.4.2 and 1133B.2.4.3, except that and in no case shall the space immediately in front of a outside of the water closet compartment door shall not be less than 48 inches (1219 mm) as measured at right angles perpendicular to the compartment door in its closed position. Item 21. Proposed code change(s): 1115B.4 Accessible fixture. 1115B.4.4 Accessible showers. … 1115B.4.4.4 Water controls. Water controls shall be of a single-lever design, operable with one hand, and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate controls shall be no greater than 5 lbf (22.2N). The centerline of the controls shall be located at 40 inches (1016 mm) 39 inches (991 mm) to 41 inches (1041 mm) above the shower floor. Item 22. Proposed code change(s): 1115B.6 Identification symbols. Doorways leading to men’s sanitary facilities shall be identified by an equilateral triangle, ¼ inch (6.4 mm) thick with edges 12 inches (305 mm) long and a vertex pointing upward. Women’s sanitary facilities shall be identified by a circle, ¼ inch (6.4 mm) thick and 12 inches (305 mm) in diameter. Unisex sanitary facilities shall be identified by a circle, ¼ inch (6.4 mm) thick, 12 inches (305 mm) in diameter with a ¼-inch (6.4 mm) thick triangle superimposed on the circle and within the 12-inch (305 mm) diameter. These geometric symbols shall be centered on the door at a height of 60 inches (1524 mm) and their color and contrast shall be distinctly different from the color and contrast of the door. See also Section 1117B.5.1 Item 1 for additional signage requirements applicable to sanitary facilities. Doorways leading to sanitary facilities shall be identified by a geometric symbol in compliance with this section. Geometric symbols shall be centered horizontally on the door at a height of 60 inches (1524 mm) above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the center of the symbol. Edges of signs shall be rounded, chamfered or eased.  Corners of signs shall have a minimum radius of ? inch (3.2 mm). See Section 1117B.5.1, Item 1 for additional signage requirements applicable to sanitary facilities. 1115B.6.1. Men’s sanitary facilities shall be identified by an equilateral triangle, ¼ inch (6.4 mm) thick with edges 12 inches (305 mm) long and a vertex pointing upward. The triangle symbol shall contrast with the door, either light on a dark background or dark on a light background. 1115B.6.2. Women’s sanitary facilities shall be identified by a circle, ¼ inch (6.4 mm) thick and 12 inches (305 mm) in diameter. The circle symbol shall contrast with the door, either light on a dark background or dark on a light background. 1115B.6.3. Unisex sanitary facilities shall be identified by a circle, ¼ inch (6.4 mm) thick and 12 inches (305 mm) in diameter with a ¼ inch (6.4 mm) thick triangle superimposed on the circle and within the 12-inch (305 mm) diameter. The triangle symbol shall contrast with the circle symbol, either light on a dark background or dark on a light background. The circle symbol shall contrast with the door, either light on a dark background or dark on a light background. Item 23. Proposed code change(s): 1115B.8 Accessories. 1115B.8.1 Mirrors. 1115B.8.1.1. Mirrors All mirrors located above accessible lavatories or countertops shall be mounted installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface no higher than 40 inches (1016 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground from the floor. 1115B.8.1.2. When mirrors are provided at locations other than above lavatories or countertops, at least one shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 35 inches (890 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. 1115B.8.1.3. Mirrors in fitting and dressing areas shall comply with Section 1117B.8. Item 24. Proposed code change(s): SEC 1116B – ELEVATORS AND SPECIAL ACCESS (WHEELCHAIR) LIFTS 1116B.1 Elevators. … 1116B.1.8 Car inside. The car inside shall allow for the turning of a wheelchair. The minimum clear distance between walls or between wall and door, excluding return panels, shall not be less than 80 inches by 54 inches (2032 mm by 1372 mm) for center-opening doors, and 68 inches by 54 inches (1727 mm by 1372 mm) for side-slide openings doors. See Figure 11B-40A. Minimum distance from wall to return panel shall not be less than 51 inches (1295 mm). Elevator floor surfaces shall comply with Section 1124B-Ground and Floor Surfaces. SEC 1117B -- OTHER BUILDING COMPONENTS Item 25. Proposed code change(s): 1117B.1 Water fountains (drinking). See Section 1115B.4.6. 1115B.4.6 Accessible drinking fountains. Where drinking fountains are provided, they shall comply with this section: 1. General. Where only one drinking fountain area is provided on a floor, there shall be a drinking fountain that is accessible to individuals who use wheelchairs in accordance with this section and one accessible to those who have difficulty bending or stooping. This can be accommodated by the use of “hi-low” fountains, or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility for each group on each floor. Where more than one drinking fountain is provided on a floor, 50 percent of those provided shall comply with Items 1, 2, 4 and 5 of this section and shall be on an accessible route complying with Section 1114B.1.2. All drinking fountains shall comply with Item 3 of this section. 2. Clearances. Wall- and post-mounted cantilevered drinking fountains shall be a minimum of 18 inches (457 mm) and a maximum of 19 inches (483 mm) in depth and shall have a clear knee space between the bottom of the apron and the floor or ground not less than 27 inches (686 mm) in height, 30 inches (762 mm) in width, and 8 inches (203 mm) in depth, the depth measurements being taken from the front edge of the fountain back toward the wall or mounting post. The knee clearance space must be free of equipment or obstructions. Additionally, there shall be toe clearance of 9 inches (229 mm) in height above the floor and 17 inches (432 mm) in depth from the front edge of the fountain. The toe clearance space must be free of equipment or obstructions. A clear floor space at least 30 inches (762 mm) by 48 inches (1219 mm) complying with Section 1118B.4 shall be provided in front of the drinking fountain to allow forward approach. A side approach drinking fountain is not acceptable. 3. Alcoves. All drinking fountains shall be located completely within alcoves or otherwise positioned so as not to encroach into pedestrian ways. The alcove in which the drinking fountain is located shall not be less than 32 inches (813 mm) in width and 18 inches (457 mm) in depth. See Figure 11B-3 of this code. Additionally, alcoves shall comply with Section 1118B.4 Item 2. Protruding objects located in alcoves or otherwise positioned so as to limit encroachment into pedestrian ways are permitted to project 4 inches (102 mm) into walks, halls, corridors, passageways or aisles. Exception: When the enforcing agency determines that it would create an unreasonable hardship to locate the drinking fountain in an alcove, the drinking fountain may project into the path of travel, and the path of travel shall be identifiable to the blind as follows. Wing walls shall be provided on each side of the drinking fountain. The wing walls shall project out from the supporting wall at least as far as the drinking fountain to within 6 inches (152 mm) of the surface of the path of travel. There shall also be a minimum of 32 inches (813 mm) clear between the wing walls. Additionally, maneuvering clearances shall comply with Section 1118B.4 Item 2. The drinking fountain and wing walls shall comply with Section 1133B.8.6. 4. The bubbler shall be activated by a manually operated system complying with Section 1117B.6 Item 4 that is front mounted or side mounted and located within 6 inches (152 mm) of the front edge of the fountain or an electronically controlled device (preferably). The bubbler outlet orifice shall be located within 6 inches (152 mm) of the front edge of the drinking fountain and within 36 inches (914 mm) of the floor. The water stream from the bubbler shall be substantially parallel to the front edge of the drinking fountain. 5. The spout shall provide a flow of water at least 4 inches (102 mm) high so as to allow the insertion of a cup or glass under the flow of water. On an accessible drinking fountain with a round or oval bowl, the spout must be positioned so the flow of water is within 3 inches (75 mm) of the front edge of the fountain. Item 26. Proposed code change(s): 1117B.2 Telephones 1117B.2.1 General. If public pay telephones, public closed-circuit telephones, or other public telephones are provided, they shall comply with this section to the extent required by the following table. See Figure 11B-4. Number of each type of telephone provided on each floor Minimum number of telephones required to comply with Section 1117B.21 1 or more single units 1 or at At least 50 percent of telephone unit(s) units per floor but not less than one. 1 telephone bank 1 or at At least 50 percent of telephone unit(s) units per bank but not less than one. 2 or more banks 1 or at At least 50 percent of telephone unit(s) units per bank but not less than one. At least 1 telephone per floor shall meet the requirements for a forward reach telephone 1Additional public telephones may be installed at any height. Item 27. Proposed code change(s): 1117B.2 Telephones. 1117B.2.8 Telephone equipment for hearing impaired persons. Telephones shall be equipped with a receiver that generates a magnetic field in the area of the receiver cap. All telephones required to be accessible shall be equipped with a volume control. In addition, 25 percent, but never less than one, of all other public telephones provided shall be equipped with a volume control and shall be dispersed among all types of public telephones, including closed circuit telephones, throughout the building or facility. If banks of public telephones are provided, at least one in each bank and a total of at least 25 percent of the total number of public telephones, including closed-circuit telephones in a building or facility, shall be equipped with a volume control. Such telephones shall be capable of a minimum of 12 dBA and a maximum of 18 dBA above normal. If an automatic reset is provided, 18 dBA may be exceeded. Public telephones with volume control shall be hearing aid compatible and shall be identified by a sign containing a depiction of a telephone handset with radiating sound waves. Item 28. Proposed code change(s): 1117B.2 Telephones. 1117B.2.9 Text telephones. … 1117B.2.9.2 General. Text telephones shall comply with the following requirements: … 3. Equivalent facilitation may be substituted for the requirements of this section. For example, a portable text telephone may be made available in a hotel at a registration desk if it is available on a 24-hour basis for use with nearby public pay phones. In this instance, at least one pay phone shall comply with Item 2 above. In addition, if an acoustic coupler is used, the telephone handset cord shall be sufficiently long to allow connection of the text telephone and the telephone receiver. Directional signage shall comply with Section 1117B.5 1117B.5.1 Items 2 and 3. Item 29. Proposed code change(s): 1117B.5 Signs and identification. California’s standards for signage are more stringent and are significantly larger and wider than Federal law, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) than Section 4.30 of the ADA Standards for Accessible Design. Item 30. Proposed code change(s): 1117B.5 Signs and identification. 1117B.5.6 Braille. Contracted (Grade 2) Braille shall be used wherever Braille is required in other portions of these standards. Dots shall be 1/10 inch (2.54 mm) on centers in each cell with 2/10-inch (5.08 mm) space between cells, measured from the second column of dots in the first cell to the first column of dots in the second cell. Dots shall be raised a minimum of 1/40 inch (0.635 mm) above the background. Braille dots shall be domed or rounded. Item 30.1 Related code change(s): SEC 1116B – ELEVATORS AND SPECIAL ACCESS (WHEELCHAIR LIFTS) 1116B.1.9 Car controls. Identification for the visually impaired shall be as follows: Passenger elevator car controls … Control buttons shall be illuminated, … All control buttons shall be designated by 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) minimum raised characters and standard raised symbols that conform to Sections 1117B.5.2, 1117B.5.3, 1117B.5.5 and 1117B.5.7 immediately to the left of the control button. Contracted (Grade 2) Braille that conforms to Section 1117B.5.6 shall be located immediately below the character or symbol. A minimum clear space of 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) or other suitable means of separation shall be provided between rows of control buttons. See Figure 11B-40B. … Item 30.2 Related code change(s): SEC 1116B – ELEVATORS AND SPECIAL ACCESS (WHEELCHAIR LIFTS) 1116B.1.14 Doorjamb marking. Passenger elevator landing jambs on all elevator floors shall have the number of the floor on which the jamb is located designated by raised characters that are a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm) in height and conform to Section 1117B.5.5 and contracted (Grade 2) Braille that conforms to Section 1117B.5.6 located 60 inches (1524 mm) on center above the floor on the jamb panels on both sides of the door so that they are visible from within the elevator. On the grade level, a raised five pointed star shall be placed to the left of the raised character. The outside diameter of the star shall be 2 inches (51 mm). Braille shall be placed below the corresponding raised characters. … Item 30.3 Related code change(s): SEC 1117B -- OTHER BUILDING COMPONENTS 1117B.5.5 Raised characters and pictorial symbol signs. When raised characters are required or when pictorial symbols (pictograms) are used on such signs, they shall conform to the following requirements: 1. Character type. Characters on signs shall be raised 1/32-inch (0.794 mm) minimum and shall be sans serif uppercase characters accompanied by contracted (Grade 2) Braille complying with Section 1117B.5.6. ... Item 31. Proposed code change(s): 1117B.5 Signs and identification. 1117B.5.8 Symbols of accessibility. 1117B.5.8.1 International symbol of accessibility. 1117B.5.8.1.2 Entrance signs. All building and facility entrances that are accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities shall be identified with a minimum of one International Symbol of Accessibility and with additional directional signs, utilizing the symbol, at junctions where the accessible route of travel diverges from the regular circulation path, to be visible to persons along approaching circulation paths. In existing buildings and facilities, entrances Entrances which are not accessible shall have directional signage complying with Section 1117B.5.1, Items 2 and 3, which indicates the location of and route to the nearest accessible entrance. Item 32. Proposed code change(s): 1117B.6 Controls and operating mechanisms. 5. Installation heights of electrical switches and receptacle outlets. 5.1. Electrical switches. The center of the grip of the operating handle of controls or Controls and switches intended to be used by the occupant of the room or area to control lighting and receptacle outlets, appliances or cooling, heating and ventilating equipment shall be located no more than 48 inches (1219 mm) measured from the top of the outlet box nor less than 15 inches (381 mm) measured from the bottom of the outlet box to the level of above the finish floor or working platform. Item 33. Proposed code change(s): 1117B.6 Controls and operating mechanisms. 5. Installation heights of electrical switches and receptacle outlets. … 5.2. Electrical receptacle outlets. The center of electrical Electrical receptacle outlets on branch circuits of 30 amperes or less and communication system receptacles shall be installed located not no more than 48 inches (1219 mm) measured from the top of the receptacle outlet box or receptacle housing nor less than 15 inches (381 mm) measured from the bottom of the receptacle outlet box or receptacle housing to above the level of the finish floor or working platform. Exceptions: 1. Receptacle outlets installed as part of permanently installed baseboard heaters are exempt. 2. Required receptacle outlets shall be permitted in floors when adjacent to sliding panels or walls. 3. Baseboard electrical outlets used in relocatable partitions, window walls or other electrical convenience floor outlets are not subject to the minimum height requirements. 4. This section shall not apply to existing buildings when the enforcing agency determines that compliance with these standards would create an unreasonable hardship. Item 33.1 Related code change(s): SEC 1117B -- OTHER BUILDING COMPONENTS 1117B.6 Controls and operating mechanisms. 1. General. Controls and operating … 2. Clear floor space. Clear floor space … 3. Height. The highest operable part of all controls, dispensers, receptacles and other operable equipment shall be placed within at least one of the reach ranges specified in Sections 1118B.5 and 1118B.6. Electrical and communication systems receptacles on walls shall be mounted no less than 15 inches (381 mm) above the floor. Exception: These requirements do not apply where the use of special equipment dictates otherwise or where electrical and communication systems receptacles are not normally intended for use by building occupants. Item 34. Proposed code change(s): 1117B.9 1115B.4.7 Accessible sinks. Sinks required to be accessible shall comply with this subsection. 1. Accessible kitchen sinks. A clear floor space at least 30 inches by 48 inches (762 mm by 1219 mm) complying with Section 1118B.4 shall be provided in front of a sink to allow forward approach. The clear floor space shall be on an accessible route and shall extend a maximum of 19 inches (485 mm) underneath the sink (see Figure 11B-1D). 2. Each accessible sink shall be a maximum of 6 ½ inches (165 mm) deep. Sinks shall be mounted with the counter or rim no higher than 34 inches (865 mm) above the finish floor. Knee clearance that is at least 27 inches (685 mm) high, 30 inches (762 mm) wide, and 19 inches (485 mm) deep shall be provided underneath sinks. Hot water and drain pipes exposed under sinks shall be insulated or otherwise configured so as to protect against contact. There shall be no sharp or abrasive surfaces under sinks. 3. Faucet controls and operating mechanisms shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate controls shall be not greater than 5 lbf (22.2 N). Lever-operated, push-type and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs. Self-closing valves are allowed if the faucet remains open for at least 10 seconds. 2. Noncommercial kitchen and counter bar sinks. A clear floor space at least 30 inches by 48 inches (762 mm by 1219 mm) complying with Section 1118B.4 shall be provided in front of a sink to allow forward approach. The clear floor space shall be on an accessible route and shall extend a maximum of 19 inches (485 mm) underneath the sink (see Figure 11B-1D). Each accessible sink shall be a maximum of 6-1/2 inches (165 mm) deep. Sinks shall be mounted with the counter or rim no higher than 34 inches (865 mm) above the finish floor. Knee clearance that is at least 27 inches (685 mm) high, 30 inches (762 mm) wide, and 19 inches (485 mm) deep shall be provided underneath sinks. Hot water and drain pipes exposed under sinks shall be insulated or otherwise configured so as to protect against contact. There shall be no sharp or abrasive surfaces under sinks. Kitchen and counter bar sinks located in common use areas shall have faucet controls and operating mechanisms operable with one hand in accordance with this chapter and shall not require grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate controls shall be no greater than 5 lbf (22.2 N). Lever-operated, push-type and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs. SEC 1118B -- SPACE ALLOWANCE AND REACH RANGES Item 35. Proposed code change(s): 1118B.1 Wheelchair passage width. The minimum clear width for single wheelchair passage shall be 32 inches (813 mm) at a point and 36 inches (914 mm) continuously. See Figure 11B-10. In addition, wheelchair passage widths shall comply with Figure 11B-5E(a) and (b) for circulation around obstructions. Item 35.1 Related code change(s): SEC 1133B -- GENERAL ACCESSIBILITY FOR ENTRANCES, EXITS AND PATHS OF TRAVEL 1133B.6 Aisles 1133B.6.1 General. Every portion of every building … 1133B.6.2 Width. Every aisle shall not be less than 36 inches (914 mm) wide if serving only one side, and not less than 44 inches (1118 mm) wide if serving both sides. In addition, aisles shall comply with Figure 11B-5E(a) and (b) for circulation around obstructions. Item 36. Proposed code change(s): 1118B.4 Clear floor or ground space for wheelchairs. 1. Size and approach. The minimum … 2. Relationship of maneuvering clearances to wheelchair spaces. One full … 3. Surfaces for wheelchair spaces. Clear floor or ground spaces for wheelchairs shall comply with Section 1124B Ground and Floor Surfaces. SEC 1129B -- ACCESSIBLE PARKING REQUIRED Item 37. Proposed code change(s): 1129B.3 Parking space size. Accessible parking spaces shall be located as near as practical to a primary entrance and shall be sized as follows: … 3. Arrangement of parking space. In each parking area, a bumper or curb shall be provided and located to prevent encroachment of cars over the required width of walkways. Also, the space shall be so located that persons with disabilities are not compelled to wheel or walk behind parked cars other than their own. Pedestrian ways which are accessible to persons with disabilities shall be provided from each such parking space to related facilities, including curb cuts or ramps as needed. Ramps shall not encroach into any accessible parking space or the adjacent access aisle. The maximum cross slope in any direction of an accessible parking space and adjacent access aisle shall not exceed 2 percent. 4. Slope of parking space and access aisle. Surface slopes of accessible parking spaces and access aisles shall be the minimum possible and shall not exceed one unit vertical to 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope) in any direction. Item 38. Proposed code change(s): WITHDRAWN (1129B.3 Parking Space Size) At the California Building Standards Commission meeting held on May 21, 2008, the Commission approved DSA-AC proposed emergency building standards (DSA AC EF 01/08) concerning California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 2, the California Building Code (Accessible Parking). The standards were filed with the Secretary of State on June 5, 2008. Effective date of this regulatory change is July 1, 2008. Item 39. Proposed code change(s): 1129B.4 Identification of Parking Spaces for Off-Street Parking Facilities. Each parking space reserved for persons with disabilities shall be identified … An additional sign shall also be posted in a conspicuous place at each entrance to off-street parking facilities, or immediately adjacent to and visible from each stall or space. The sign shall not be less than 17 inches by 22 inches (432 mm by 559 mm) in size with lettering not less than 1 inch (25 mm) in height, which clearly and conspicuously states the following: “Unauthorized vehicles parked in designated accessible spaces not displaying distinguishing placards or special license plates issued for persons with disabilities may will be towed away at the owner’s expense. Towed vehicles may be reclaimed at or by telephoning .” Blank spaces are to be filled in with appropriate information as a permanent part of the sign. … Item 40. Proposed code change(s): 1129B.4 Identification of parking spaces for off-street parking facilities. Each parking space reserved for persons with disabilities shall be identified by a reflectorized sign permanently posted immediately adjacent to and visible from each stall or space, consisting of the International Symbol of Accessibility in white on dark blue background. The sign shall not be smaller than 70 square inches (4516 mm2) in area and, when in a path of travel, shall be posted at a minimum height of 80 inches (2032 mm) from the bottom of the sign to the parking space finished grade. Signs may also be centered on the wall at the interior end of the parking space. Spaces Van accessible spaces complying with Section 1129B.3, Item 2 shall have an additional sign or additional language stating “Van-Accessible Van Accessible” mounted below the symbol of accessibility. Signs identifying accessible parking spaces shall be located so they cannot be obscured by a vehicle parked in the space. … Item 41. Proposed code change(s): 1129B.4 Identification of parking spaces for off-street parking facilities. Each parking space reserved for persons with disabilities shall be identified by a reflectorized sign permanently posted immediately adjacent to and visible from each stall or space, consisting of … The sign shall not … Spaces complying with … An additional sign shall also be posted in a conspicuous place at each entrance to off-street parking facilities, or immediately adjacent to and visible from each accessible stall or space. The sign shall not be less than 17 inches by 22 inches (432 mm by 559 mm) in size with 1 inch (25 mm) high minimum lettering not less than 1 inch (25 mm) in height, which clearly and conspicuously states the following: … “Unauthorized vehicles parked in designated accessible spaces not displaying distinguishing placards or license plates issued for persons with disabilities may be towed away at owner’s expense. Towed vehicles may be reclaimed at or by telephoning .” SEC 1133B -- GENERAL ACCESSIBILITY FOR ENTRANCES, EXITS AND PATHS OF TRAVEL Item 42. Proposed code change(s): 1133B.1 Building accessibility. 1133B.1.1 Entrances. 1133B.1.1.1 Entrances and exterior ground floor exit doors. … 1133B.1.1.1.5 Service entrances. In existing buildings and facilities, a service entrance shall not be the sole accessible entrance unless it is the only entrance to a building or facility (for example, in a factory or garage). Item 42.1 Related code change(s): SEC 202 -- DEFINITIONS SERVICE ENTRANCE [DSA-AC] is an entrance intended primarily for delivery of goods or services. Item 43. Proposed code change(s): 1133B.2 Doors. 1133B.2.5 Closer—effort to operate doors. Maximum effort to operate doors shall not exceed 5 lbf (22 N) for exterior and interior doors, such pull or push effort being applied at right angles to hinged doors and at the center plane of sliding or folding doors. Compensating devices or automatic door operators may be utilized to meet the above standards. When fire doors are required, the maximum effort to operate the door may be increased to the minimum allowable by the appropriate administrative authority, not to exceed 15 lbf (66.72 N). 1133B.2.5 Door Opening Force. The maximum force required to push or pull open a door shall comply with this section. Push or pull force for a hinged door shall be measured perpendicular to the door face at the door opening hardware or 30 inches (762 mm) from the hinged side, whichever is farther from the hinge. Push or pull force for a sliding or folding door shall be measured parallel to the door at the door pull or latch. Compensating devices or automatic door operators complying with Section 1133B.2.3.2 may be used to meet the maximum force limits. 1. Required fire doors shall have the minimum opening force allowable by the appropriate administrative authority, not to exceed 15 lbf (66.7 N). 2. Other than required fire doors, interior doors shall have a maximum opening force of 5 lbf (22.2 N). 3. Other than required fire doors, exterior doors shall have a maximum opening force of 5 lbf (22.2 N).  Exceptions: 1. Exterior doors to machinery spaces including, but not limited to, elevator pits or elevator penthouses; mechanical, electrical or communications equipment rooms; piping or equipment catwalks; electric substations and transformer vaults; and highway and tunnel utility facilities.  2. When, at a single location, one of every 8 exterior door leafs, or fraction of 8, is a powered door, other exterior doors at the same location, serving the same interior space, may have a maximum opening force of 8.5 lbf (37.8 N). The powered leaf(s) shall be located closest to the accessible route. a. Powered doors shall comply with Section 1133B.2.3.2. Powered doors shall be fully automatic doors complying with Builders Hardware Manufacturers’ Association (BHMA) A156.10 or low energy operated doors complying with BHMA A156.19. b. Powered doors serving a building or facility with an occupancy of 150 or more shall be provided with a back-up battery or back-up generator. The back-up power source shall be able to cycle the door a minimum of 100 cycles. c. Powered doors shall be controlled on both the interior and exterior sides of the doors by sensing devices, push plates, vertical actuation bars or other similar operating devices complying with Section 1117B.6. At each location where push plates are provided there shall be two push plates; the centerline of one push plate shall be 7 inches (178 mm) minimum and 8 inches (203 mm) maximum above the floor or ground surface and the centerline of the second push plate shall be 30 inches (762 mm) minimum and 44 inches (1219 mm) maximum above the floor or ground surface. Each push plate shall be a minimum of 4 inches (102 mm) diameter or a minimum of 4 inches by 4 inches (102 mm by 102 mm) square and shall display the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with Section 1117B.5.8.1. At each location where vertical actuation bars are provided the operable portion shall be located so the bottom is 5 inches (127 mm) maximum above the floor or ground surface and the top is 35 inches (889 mm) minimum above the floor or ground surface. The operable portion of each vertical actuation bar shall be a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm) wide and shall display the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with Section 1117B.5.8.1. Where push plates, vertical actuation bars or other similar operating devices are provided, they shall be placed in a conspicuous location. A level and clear floor or ground space for forward or parallel approach complying with Sections 1118B.4 and 1124B.1 shall be provided, centered on the operating device. Doors shall not swing into the required clear floor or ground space. d. Signage identifying the accessible entrance required by Section 1127B.3 shall be placed on, or immediately adjacent to, each powered door. Signage shall be provided in compliance with BHMA A156.10 or BHMA 156.19, as applicable.   e. In addition to the requirements of Item d, where a powered door is provided in buildings or facilities containing assembly occupancies of 300 or more, a sign displaying the International Symbol of Accessibility measuring 6 inches by 6 inches (152 mm by 152 mm), complying with Section 1117B.5.8.1, shall be provided above the door on both the interior and exterior sides of each powered door. Item 44. Proposed code change(s): 1133B.3 Corridors, hallways and exterior exit balconies. 1133B.3.2 Corridors and hallways over 200 feet (60 960 mm). Corridors and hallways that are located on an accessible route and exceed 200 feet (60 960 mm) in length shall have a minimum clear width of 60 inches (1524 mm). If an accessible route has less than 60 inches (1524 mm) clear width, then passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches (1524 mm by 1524 mm) shall be located at reasonable intervals not to exceed of 200 feet (60 960 mm) maximum. A “T” intersection of two corridors or walks is an acceptable passing place. … Item 45. Proposed code change(s): 1133B.4 Stairways. 1133B.4.1 Handrails. 1133B.4.1.1 Required handrails. Stairways shall have handrails on each side. , and every stairway required to be more than 88 inches (2235 mm) 60 inches (1524 mm) in width shall be provided with not less than one intermediate handrail for each 88 inches (2235 mm) of required width. in compliance with Section 1012.8. Intermediate handrails shall be spaced approximately equally across with the entire width of the stairway. Handrails shall be continuous along both sides of a stairway. Intermediate handrails shall be provided as required in Section 1012.8. Item 46. Proposed code change(s): 1133B.4 Stairways. 1133B.4.4 Striping for the visually impaired. The upper approach and the lower tread of each stair shall be marked by a strip of clearly contrasting color at least 2 inches (51 mm) wide placed parallel to and not more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) from the nose of the step or landing to alert the visually impaired. The strip shall be of material that is at least as slip resistant as the other treads of the stair Interior stairs shall have the upper approach and lower tread marked by a stripe providing clear visual contrast. Exterior stairs shall have the upper approach and all treads marked by a stripe providing clear visual contrast. Where stairways occur outside a building, the upper approach and all treads shall be marked by a strip of clearly contrasting color at least 2 inches (51 mm) and placed parallel to and not more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) from the nose of the step or landing to alert the visually impaired. The strip shall be of a material that is at least as slip resistant as the other treads of the stair. A painted strip shall be acceptable. The stripe shall be a minimum of 2 inches (50.8 mm) wide to a maximum of 4 inches (101.6 mm) wide placed parallel to, and not more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) from, the nose of the step or upper approach. The stripe shall extend the full width of the step or upper approach and shall be of material that is at least as slip resistant as the other treads of the stair. A painted stripe shall be acceptable. Item 47. Proposed code change(s): 1133B.4 Stairways. 1133B.4.5 Treads, nosing and risers. Stair treads, risers and nosing. Stair treads shall be no less than 11 inches (279 mm) deep, measured from riser to riser. Stair riser heights shall be 7 inches (178 mm) maximum and 4 inches (102 mm) minimum. On any given flight of stairs, all steps shall have uniform riser height and uniform tread widths. 1133B.4.5.1 Treads. All tread surfaces shall be slip resistant. Weather-exposed stairs and their approaches shall be designed so that water will not accumulate on the walking surfaces. Treads shall have smooth, rounded or chamfered beveled exposed edges, and no abrupt edges at the nosing (lower front edge). The radius of curvature at the leading edge of the tread shall be no greater than ½ inch (12.7 mm). 1133B.4.5.2 Risers. Risers shall be solid and shall be vertical (see Figure 11B-35(a) or sloped from the underside of the leading edge of the tread above at an angle not more than 30 degrees (0.52 rad) from the vertical (see Figure 11B-35(b). Open risers are not permitted. 1133B.4.5.2 1133B.4.5.3 Nosing. The radius of curvature at the leading edge (nosing) of the tread shall be no greater than ½ inch (12.7 mm). Beveling of nosings shall not exceed ½ inch (12.7 mm). Nosings shall not project more than 1-1/2 1-1/4 inches (38 mm) (31.8) past the face of the riser below. Nosings that project beyond risers shall have the underside of the leading edge beveled at an angle not more than 30 degrees (0.52 rad) from the vertical (see Figure 11B-35(c). The transition from the nosing to the riser shall be free of abrupt edges. All projections shall be of uniform size, including nosings at landings. Exceptions: 1. In existing buildings there is no requirement to retroactively alter existing nosing projections of 1-½” inches (38.1 mm) which were constructed in compliance with the building code in effect at the time of original construction. 1133B.4.5.3 Open risers are not permitted. On any given flight of stairs, all steps shall have uniform riser height and uniform tread widths consistent with Section 1133B.4. Stair treads shall be no less than 11 inches (279 mm) deep, measured from riser to riser. See Figure 11B-35. Risers shall be sloped or the underside of the nosing shall have an angle not less than 60 degrees from the horizontal. Exceptions: 2. 1. In existing buildings, when the enforcing agency determines that compliance … 3. 2. These regulations shall not apply to existing buildings when legal or physical … Item 47.1 Related code change(s): CH 2 – DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS SEC 202 -- DEFINITIONS TREAD DEPTH. [DSA-AC] See Chapter 11A, Section 1107A.20-T, and Chapter 11B. Section 1102B. TREAD RUN. [DSA-AC] See Chapter 11A, Section 1107A.20-T, and Chapter 11B, Section 1102B. Item 47.2 Related code change(s): CH 11B SEC 1102B -- DEFINITIONS NOSE, NOSING is that portion of a stair tread or landing at the top of a stairway flight projecting beyond the face of the riser immediately below. OPEN RISER is the air space between tread projecting beyond the face of the riser immediately below two adjacent stair treads not closed by a riser. RISER is the vertical distance from the top of the tread to the top of the next higher tread upright member between two adjacent stair treads. TREAD DEPTH is the horizontal distance from the front to back of tread, including nosing when used. TREAD RUN is the horizontal distance from the leading edge of a tread to the leading edge of an adjacent tread. Item 47.3 Related code change(s): Figure 11B-35 – WARNING STRIPING AND HANDRAIL EXTENSIONS Item 48. Proposed code change(s): 1133B.5 Ramps. 1133B.5.1 General. Ramps used as exits shall conform to the provisions of this section. Any accessible route of travel shall be considered a ramp if its slope is greater than 1 foot (305 mm) rise in 20 feet (6096 mm) of horizontal run (5-percent gradient) one unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope). 1133B.5.2 Width. Pedestrian ramps Ramps shall have a minimum clear width of 48 inches (1219 mm), unless required to be wider by some other provision of this code. Pedestrian ramps Ramps serving entrances to buildings where the ramp is the only exit discharge path and s erves an occupant load of 300 or more shall have a minimum clear width of 60 inches (1524 mm). Ramps serving Group R Occupancies may be 36 inches (914 mm) clear width when the occupant load is 50 or less. 1133B.5.3 Slope. The least possible slope shall be used for any ramp. The maximum slope of a ramp that serves any exit way, provides access for persons with physical disabilities or is in the accessible route of travel shall be 1-foot (305 mm) rise in 12 feet (3658 mm) of horizontal run (8.3-percent gradient) one unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (8.33-percent slope). The maximum rise for any run shall be 30 inches (762 mm). Examples of ramp dimensions are as follows: … Item 48.1a Related code change(s): CH 2 – DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS SEC 202 – DEFINITIONS PEDESTRIAN RAMP. [DSA-AC] See Chapter 11A, Section 1107A.3, and Chapter 11B, Section 1102B. RAMP. See Section 1002.1. [DSA-AC] See Chapter 11A, Section 1107A.18-R, and Chapter 11B, Section 1102B. Item 48.1 Related code change(s): SEC 1102B -- DEFINITIONS CURB RAMP is a sloping pedestrian way, intended for pedestrian traffic, which provides access between a walk or sidewalk to a surface located above or below an adjacent curb face, as differentiated from a ramp. LEVEL AREA is a specified surface that does not have a slope in any direction exceeding 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) in 1 foot (305 mm) from the horizontal (2.083 percent gradient) one unit vertical in 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope). PEDESTRIAN RAMP is a walking surface which has a running slope greater than 1:20 one unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope) intended for pedestrian traffic and as differentiated from a curb ramp. Item 48.2 Related code change(s): SEC 1104B -- ACCESSIBILITY FOR GROUP A OCCUPANCIES 1104B.3 Auditoriums, assembly halls, theaters and related facilities. 1104B.3.5 Placement of wheelchair locations. … Exceptions: 1. Accessible viewing positions where seating capacity is less than 300 may be clustered for bleachers, balconies and other areas having sight lines that require slopes of greater than 5 percent one unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope). Equivalent accessible viewing positions may be located on levels having accessible egress. 1104B.3.11 Stages, enclosed and unenclosed platforms, and orchestra pits. Stages, … Exceptions: 1. When the enforcing agency finds that requiring compliance with this code, for an enclosed or unenclosed platform or depressed area not more than 24 inches (610 mm) above or below an adjacent accessible level, would create an unreasonable hardship, the enclosed and unenclosed platform or depressed area shall be made accessible by a portable ramp with a slope not exceeding one unit vertical to in 12 units horizontal (8.33-percent slope). Item 48.3 Related code change(s): SEC 1115B – BATHING AND TOILET FACILITIES (SANITARY FACILITIES) 1115B.4.4 Accessible showers. Showers … 1115B.4.4.7 Floor slope. The maximum slope of the floor shall be 2 percent one unit vertical in 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope) in any direction. Where drains are provided, grate openings shall be a maximum of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) and located flush with the floor surface. Item 48.4 Related code change(s): SEC 1121B – TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES 1121B.2 Bus stops and terminals. 1121B.2.1 New construction. Where provided, bus stop pads shall … Bus stop pads shall be at same slope as roadway in the direction parallel to roadway, and maximum 2 percent slope one unit vertical in 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope) perpendicular to roadway. … Item 48.5 Related code change(s): SEC 1124B – CHANGES IN LEVEL 1124B.2 Changes in level. Changes in level up to 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) may be vertical and without edge treatment [see Figure 11B-5E (c)]. Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) and 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) shall be beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2 one unit vertical in 2 units horizontal (50-percent slope) [see Figure 11B-5E (d)]. Changes in level greater than ½ inch (12.7 mm) shall be accomplished by means of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator or platform lift that complies with Sections 1127B.5, 1133B.5, 1116B.1 or 1116B.2, respectively. Item 48.6 Related code change(s): SEC 1127B – EXTERIOR ROUTES OF TRAVEL 1127B.5 Curb ramps. 1. General. … 2. Width of curb ramps. … 3. Slope of curb ramps. The slope of curb ramps shall not exceed one unit vertical to in 12 units horizontal (8.33-percent slope). The slope shall be measured as shown in Figure 11B-20E. Transitions from ramps to walks, gutters or streets shall be flush and free of abrupt change. Maximum slopes of adjoining gutters, road surface immediately adjacent to the curb ramp, or accessible route shall not exceed one unit vertical to in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope) within 4 feet (1219 mm) of the top and bottom of the curb ramp. The slope of the fanned or flared sides of curb ramps shall not exceed one unit vertical to in 10 units horizontal (10-percent slope). 4. Level landing. A level landing 4 feet (1219 mm) deep shall be provided at the upper end of each curb ramp over its full width to permit safe egress from the ramp surface, or the slope of the fanned or flared sides of the curb ramp shall not exceed one unit vertical to in 12 units horizontal (8.33-percent slope). … Item 48.7 Related code change(s): SEC 1128B – PEDESTRIAN GRADE SEPARATIONS (OVERPASSES AND UNDERPASSES) Pedestrian ramps on pedestrian grade separations shall … Cross slopes of walking surfaces shall be the minimum possible and shall not exceed 1/4 inch (6 mm) per foot (2.083-percent gradient) one unit vertical in 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope). The slope of any appreciably warped walking surface shall not exceed one unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (8.33-percent slope) in any direction. Where pedestrian grade separations cross streets or other vehicular traffic ways, and where a street level crossing can reasonably and safely be used by persons with physical disabilities, there shall be provided conforming curb ramps and a usable pathway. … Item 48.8 Related code change(s): SEC 1129B – ACCESSIBLE PARKING REQUIRED 1129B.3 Parking space size. … 1. Dimensions. … 2. Van space(s). … 3. Arrangement of parking space. In each parking area, a bumper or curb shall be provided and located to prevent encroachment of cars over the required width of walkways. Also, the space shall be so located that persons with disabilities are not compelled to wheel or walk behind parked cars other than their own. Pedestrian ways which are accessible to persons with disabilities shall be provided from each such parking space to related facilities, including curb cuts or ramps as needed. Ramps shall not encroach into any accessible parking space or the adjacent access aisle. The maximum cross slope in any direction of an accessible parking space and adjacent access aisle shall not exceed 2 percent one unit vertical in 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope). Exceptions: See Figures 11B-18A through 11B-18C. … 4. Slope of parking space. Surface slopes of accessible parking spaces shall be the minimum possible and shall not exceed one unit vertical to in 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope) in any direction. Item 48.9 Related code change(s): SEC 1131B – PASSENGER DROP-OFF AND LOADING ZONES 1131B.2 Passenger loading zones. 1. General. Where provided, one passenger drop-off and loading zone shall provide an access aisle at least 60 inches (1524 mm) wide and 20 feet (6096 mm) long adjacent and parallel to the vehicle pull-up space. Vehicle standing spaces and access aisles shall be level with surface slopes not exceeding 1:50 (2 percent) one unit vertical in 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope) in all directions. If there are curbs between the access aisle and the vehicle pull-up space, a curb ramp shall be provided. Each passenger drop-off and loading zone designed for persons with disabilities shall be identified by a reflectorized sign, complying with 1117B.5.1 Items 2 and 3, permanently posted immediately adjacent to and visible from the passenger drop-off or loading zone stating “Passenger Loading Zone Only” and including the International Symbol of Accessibility, in white on dark blue background. … Item 48.10 Related code change(s): SEC 1133B – GENERAL ACCESSIBILITY FOR ENTRANCES, EXITS AND PATHS OF TRAVEL 1133B.2 Doors. 1133B.2.4.1 Thresholds. The floor or landing shall not be more than ½ inch (12.7 mm) lower than the threshold of the doorway. Change in level between ¼ inch (6 mm) and ½ inch (12.7 mm) shall be beveled with a slope no greater than one unit vertical to in 2 units horizontal (50-percent slope). Change in level greater than ½ inch (12.7 mm) shall be accomplished by means of a ramp. See Section 1133B.5.1. 1133B.5.5 Handrails for ramps. 1133B.5.5.1 Handrails are required on ramps that provide access if slope exceeds 1 foot (305 mm) rise in 20 feet (6096 mm) of horizontal run (5-percent gradient) one unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), except that at exterior door landings, handrails are not required on ramps less than 6 inches (152 mm) rise or 72 inches (1829 mm) in length. Handrails shall be placed on each side of each ramp, shall be continuous the full length of the ramp, shall be 34 to 38 inches (864 to 965 mm) above the ramp surface to the top of the handrails, shall extend a minimum of 1 foot (305 mm) beyond the top and bottom of the ramp and shall be parallel with the floor or ground surface. The inside handrail on switchback or dogleg ramps shall always be continuous. The ends of handrails shall be either rounded or returned smoothly to floor, wall or post. Handrails projecting from a wall shall have a space of 1-½ inches (38 mm) between the wall and the handrail. Handrails may be located in a recess if the recess is a maximum of 3 inches (76 mm) deep and extends at least 18 inches (457 mm) above the top of the rail. The grip portion shall not be less than 1-1/4 inches (32 mm) nor more than 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) in cross-sectional nominal dimension or the shape shall provide an equivalent gripping surface, and all surfaces shall be smooth with no sharp corners. Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings. Any wall or other surface adjacent to the handrail shall be free of sharp or abrasive elements. Edges shall have a minimum radius of 1/8 inch (3 mm). 1133B.7 Walks and sidewalks. 1133B.7.1.1 Slopes less than 6 percent. Surfaces with a slope of less than 6 percent gradient 6-percent slope shall be at least as slip-resistant as that described as a medium salted finish. 1133B.7.1.2 Slopes 6 percent or greater. Surfaces with a slope of 6 percent gradient 6-percent slope shall be slip-resistant. 1133B.7.1.3 Surface cross slopes. Surface cross slopes shall not exceed 1/4 inch (6 mm) per foot one unit vertical in 2 units horizontal (50-percent slope). 1133B.7.3 Five-percent gradient. When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds one unit vertical to in 20 units horizontal (5-percent gradient slope), it shall comply with the provisions of Section 1133B.5. 1133B.7.4 Changes in level. Abrupt changes in level along any accessible route shall not exceed 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). When changes in level do occur, they shall be beveled with a slope no greater than one unit vertical to in 2 units horizontal (50-percent slope), except that level changes not exceeding 1/4 inch (6 mm) may be vertical. … Item 48.11 Related code change(s): CH 11C SEC 1101C – CARD-READER DEVICES AT FUEL-DISPENSING EQUIPMENT LEVEL ACCESSIBLE AREA, for the purpose of this section, shall mean a slope of not more than 2 percent one unit vertical in 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope) in front of the dispensing device; however, the slope may extend to 5 percent one unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope) where the enforcing authority determines that, due to unusual site conditions, the 2 percent gradient 2-percent slope is not obtainable. Item 49. Proposed code change(s): 1133B.5 Ramps. 1133B.5.3 Slope. The least possible slope shall be used for any ramp. The maximum … Examples of ramp dimensions are as follows: SLOPE MAXIMUM RISE MAXIMUM HORIZONTAL PROJECTION inches mm feet m 1:12 to < 1:16 1:16 to < 1:20 30 30 760 760 30 40 9 12 Slope Maximum Rise Maximum Length 1:12 30 inches (762 mm) 30 feet (9144 mm) 1:13 30 inches (762 mm) 32.5 feet (9906 mm) 1:14 30 inches (762 mm) 35 feet (10668 mm) 1:15 30 inches (762 mm) 37.5 feet (11430 mm) 1:16 30 inches (762 mm) 40 feet (12192 mm) 1:17 30 inches (762 mm) 42.5 feet (12954 mm) 1:18 30 inches (762 mm) 45 feet (13716 mm) 1:19 30 inches (762 mm) 47.5 feet (14478 mm) Item 50. Proposed code change(s): 1133B.7 Walks and sidewalks. 1133B.7.4 Changes in level. Abrupt changes in level along any accessible route shall not exceed 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). When changes in level do occur, they shall be beveled with a slope no greater than 1 unit vertical to 2 units horizontal (50%), except that level changes not exceeding 1/4 inch (6 mm) may be vertical. Changes in level shall comply with Section 1124B.2. When changes in levels greater than 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) are necessary, they shall comply with the requirements for curb ramps. See Section 1127B.5. Item 51. Proposed code change(s): 1133B.7 Walks and sidewalks. 1133B.7.6 Walks with continuous gradients. All walks with continuous gradients shall have level areas at least 5 feet (1524 mm) in length at intervals of at least every 400 feet (121 920 mm) maximum. Item 52. Proposed code change(s): 1133B.8 Hazards. 1133B.8.7 Detectable warnings at reflecting pools. The edges of reflecting pools shall be protected by railings, walls, warning curbs or detectable warnings complying with Section 1121B.3.1, Item 8(a). Item 53. Proposed code change(s): 1134B.1 Scope. The provisions of this division apply to renovation, structural repair, alteration and additions to existing buildings, including those identified as historic buildings. This division identifies minimum standards for removing architectural barriers, and providing and maintaining accessibility to existing buildings and their related facilities. No renovation, structural repair, alteration or addition shall be undertaken which decreases or has the effect of decreasing accessibility or usability of a building or facility below the requirements for new construction at the time of renovation, structural repair, alteration or addition. Item 54. Proposed code change(s): 1134B.2 General. … 1134B.2.1 A primary entrance to the building or facility and the primary path of travel to the specific area of alteration, structural repair or addition, and sanitary facilities, drinking fountains, signs and public telephones serving the area. Exceptions: 1. When the total construction cost of alterations, structural repairs or additions does not exceed a valuation threshold of $50,000, based on January 1981, “ENR US20 Cities” Average construction cost index of 3372.02 (Engineering News Record, McGraw Hill Publishing Company), and the enforcing agency finds that compliance with this code creates an unreasonable hardship, compliance shall be limited to the actual work of the project. The enforcing agency shall annually update the valuation threshold to a current amount based on the increase in the index since the last figure used. (For example, the January 2006 2008 amount is $113,586.07 $119,958.65.) For purposes of this exception, … Chapter 11B Figure change(s): DSA-AC is also making amendments to various figures listed below: FIGURE 11B-2A SHOWER STALLS – DSA-AC is amending this figure to be consistent with the proposed code change to Section 1115B.4.4. The dimension indicating the height of the centerline of the controls above the shower floor is being revised to reflect a range of 39” to 41”. FIGURE 11B-2B SHOWER STALLS (CONT) – DSA-AC is amending this figure to be consistent with the proposed code change to Section 1115B.4.4. The dimension indicating the height of the centerline of the controls above the shower floor is being revised to reflect a range of 39” to 41”. FIGURE 11B-2C SHOWER STALLS (CONT) – DSA-AC is amending this figure to be consistent with the proposed code change to Section 1115B.4.4. The dimension indicating the height of the centerline of the controls above the shower floor is being revised to reflect a range of 39” to 41”. FIGURE 11B-18A DOUBLE PARKING STALLS - WITHDRAWN FIGURE 11B-18B SINGLE PARKING STALLS - WITHDRAWN FIGURE 11B-18C DIAGONAL PARKING STALLS - WITHDRAWN ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FIGURE 11B-26A LEVEL MANEUVERING CLEARANCE AT DOORS (continued) – DSA-AC is amending this figure to correct inconsistencies in the graphics. Clear floor space boundaries are being extended and dimension lines relocated to clarify code requirements. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ FIGURE 11B-26B LEVEL MANEUVERING CLEARANCE AT DOORS – DSA-AC is amending this figure to correct inconsistencies in the graphics. Clear floor space boundaries are being extended and dimension lines relocated to clarify code requirements. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FIGURE 11B-27 RAMPS AND SIDEWALKS – DSA-AC is amending this figure to delete a line inadvertently incorporated into the drawing. FIGURE 11B-35 - WARNING STRIPING AND HANDRAIL EXTENSIONS (Related change to Item 47) 1st 45-day: DSA is amending this figure to be consistent with the proposed code changes to Sections 1133B.4.4, 1133B.4.5.2 and 1133B.4.5.3. The contrasting striping at each stair tread is being revised graphically to clarify the required location. The permissible riser slope remains the same, but it is shown measured relative to the vertical rather than the horizontal. The projection of a nosing past the face of the riser below is being revised from 1-1/2” to 1-1/4”. The dimension line indicating the height of the top of the handrail gripping surface above the stair nosing has been relocated to clarify the code requirement. 2nd 45-day: DSA is further amending this figure to coordinate with amendments to Sections 1133B.4.5.2 and 1133B.4.5.3.  A diagram depicting a solid vertical riser is being added, as well as, diagrams depicting both a rounded nosing and a beveled nosing. FIGURE 11B-36 STAIR HANDRAILS – DSA-AC is amending this figure to correct an inconsistency in the graphics. A dashed line was changed to a solid line to clarify code requirements. FIGURE 11B-37 – STAIR HANDRAILS 1ST 45-day Reason: None 2ND 45-day Reason: DSA is amending this figure to reflect current 2007 CBC, Section 1133B.4.2.2 requirements for handrail extensions at stairways. The figure has been revised to show 12 inch minimum extensions aligned in the direction of the stair run, instead of turned at 90 degree angles. Notation: Authority Cited – Government Code Section 4450. Reference – Government Code Sections 4450 through 4461, 12955.1(d), 14679, Vehicle Code Section 22511.8 and Health and Safety Code Sections 18949.1, 19952 through 19959. - 1 - 2007 Code Cycle 08-25-08 Final Express Terms