CPP ADA Compliance & Accessibility 2

Question 1

Under the 2010 ADA Standards, what is the minimum vertical clearance required for van-accessible parking spaces and the route to them?

Accepted Answer

8 feet 2 inches (98 inches)

Answer

The 2010 ADA Standards require a minimum vertical clearance of 98 inches (8 feet 2 inches) for van-accessible spaces and the vehicular route to them.

Question 2

When a parking facility is altered, what is the minimum percentage of altered spaces that must be made accessible?

Accepted Answer

The same ratio as required for new construction

Answer

When parking facilities are altered, the same scoping ratios required for new construction apply to the altered spaces.

Question 3

What is the required running slope maximum for an accessible parking space surface?

Accepted Answer

1:50 (2%)

Answer

Accessible parking spaces and access aisles must have a maximum slope of 1:50 (2%) in all directions.

Question 4

How many van-accessible spaces are required when a parking lot has 6 accessible spaces total?

Accepted Answer

1 van-accessible space

Answer

At least one of every six accessible spaces (or fraction thereof) must be van-accessible under the 2010 ADA Standards.

Question 5

What is the minimum width of an access aisle adjacent to a standard accessible parking space (non-van)?

Accepted Answer

5 feet (60 inches)

Answer

Standard accessible parking spaces require a minimum 60-inch (5-foot) wide access aisle.

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