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As Electric Vehicles become more prevalent, the question arises of what to do for Access and even whether or not they are required to be accessible. Although not specifically mentioned in the ADA Standards, the prevailing requirement in the implementing regulations requires a measure of access for all. So, if an element is available to the able-bodied population, then it should also be available for those with a disability. Since there are no ADA scoping and technical requirements what do you do? California has developed new requirements implemented January 1, 2017, which is what we will look at.

IMPORTANT: You must be present for the entire seminar in order to receive AIA and California MCE credit.

ADA Seminar: Stepping Thru The Existing Building – Access Within & Without

presented by Janis Kent, FAIA, CASp, 

The nature of our practice has changed with a higher proportion of renovation and re-use. Under the ADA Standards there are differing requirements for new construction versus alteration. Since these are federal laws local public agencies can only offer limited direction. We will review criteria for existing facilities in regards to scoping to acquire a better understanding of the implications of the law and how it applies, as well as cover a range of concepts such as Title II vs Title III entities, Program Accessibility vs Barrier Removal, Proportional Spending, Safe Harbor, and Path of Travel obligations.

SUMMARY

An in-depth look for implementing ADAS on existing projects whether or not construction is actually scheduled – including alteration requirements for public facilities and places of public accommodation from Program Accessibility to Barrier Removal.

Learning Units: Mandatory Continuing Education (MCE) on ADA for California licensees
AIA CES: Applied For

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Understand differences between Public Facilities and Places of Public Accommodation
• Review the distinctions between Program Accessibility vs Barrier Removal and their impact
• Learn about Proportional Spending and Disproportionality with its application to Path of Travel requirements
• Overview Safe Harbor and when it can or can not be applied to existing elements

This seminar takes place IN PERSON on Friday May 9 from 9:30am to 3:30pm at the AIA|LA and ACLA Center for Communities Los Angeles, 4450 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles 90016.

The training is five hours with an hour break. Lunch suggestions will be shared closer to the date.
Registrants will receive a PDF of the seminar notes to download or print in advance of the program.

REGISTRATION FEE:
AIA Members: $125 per person
Nonmembers: $195 per person

Multifamily residential facilities with public and/or federal funding are quite complex in terms of synthesizing the differing regulations. This session will explore which regulations are applicable and how they’re integrated into the different building elements across the country.

Through a review of photos, regulation callouts, and architectural details, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of what makes dwelling units accessible. Plus, discover how to implement and better synthesize all of the information and requirements in the early design phases rather than overlaying access in an institutional manner later on in the project.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Review what is considered multifamily residential with public funds or programs along with which regulations apply for compliance.
2. Gain an in-depth understanding of access scoping and technical requirements and how to apply these to alteration, additions, and new construction for dwelling units.
3. Examine the specific requirements and solutions for kitchens and bathrooms in dwelling units and in common-use spaces.
4. Learn about tools for evaluating multifamily building components for access under federal regulations.

DESCRIPTION

As Electric Vehicles become more prevalent, the question arises of what to do for Access and even whether or not they are required to be accessible. Although not specifically mentioned in the ADA Standards, the prevailing requirement in the implementing regulations requires a measure of access for all. So if an element is available to the able-bodied population, then it should also be available for those with a disability. Since there are no ADA scoping and technical requirements what do you do? California has developed new requirements implemented January 1, 2017 which is what we will look at.

SUMMARY
As Electric Vehicles become more prevalent, the question comes up of what to do to make them accessible and even whether or not they are required to be accessible – we will review the new California requirements

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Understand the new California requirements for new and existing EVCS
• Review signage requirements for charging stations
• Learn the new scoping and technical requirements in California
• Overview how new charging stations integrate with existing

Registration closes May 16, 2025