Planning for Accessibility Success
How can a project team plan for accessibility success in design and construction projects? We break it down for you in three simple steps.
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We are the nation’s
leading resource for strategic accessibility solutions.
Our staff is at the forefront of developing and revising ADA accessibility guidelines and standards. Appointed by U.S Presidents, LCM Partners Jack Catlin, FAIA, and Doug Anderson both served on the U.S. Access Board. They served on committees responsible for the revision of the ADA 1991 Accessibility Guidelines resulting in the 2010 ADA Accessibility Standards, including Guidelines for Outdoor Developed Areas, Guidelines for Public Rights of Way, and Guidelines for Passenger Vessels.
Doug Anderson currently serves on the Accessibility Committee and is the Chair of the Accessible Bathing Task Force, On the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) A117.1 Accessibility Committee.
Markets
Services
Survey
Our surveyors conduct comprehensive property assessments for design and construction accessibility compliance. We ensure adherence to federal, state, and local building codes, including the FHA and ADA, providing detailed reports and recommendations.
Plan Reviews
As part of the design team, we conduct thorough accessibility peer plan reviews during various stages of design and construction. Our focus is to identify and address any conditions that impact compliance, delivering comprehensive electronic mark-ups and a statement of compliance.
Compliance and Transition Plans
We guide clients in meeting ADA Title II and Title III directives, as well as Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Our aim is to ensure equal access to programs and services for individuals with disabilities through comprehensive compliance and transition plans.
Construction Inspections
Our dedicated team performs meticulous reviews of shop drawings, product submittals, and construction progress at different phases. We identify and address any conditions affecting accessibility compliance, ensuring that projects meet the necessary standards.
Due Diligence
Working closely with owners, investors, and equity partners in real estate transactions, we conduct thorough assessments of existing sites and buildings. Our expertise ensures compliance with FHA and ADA regulations, offering accurate budget estimates for barrier removal.
Architectural Support
Our one-stop solution to accessibility remediation includes providing design services, construction documents, and comprehensive construction administration. We remove physical barriers by incorporating accessibility standards into every stage of the architectural process.
Training
Training cover accessibility requirements and solutions related to all aspects of project development. Additionally, we provide training and develop surveying tools (videos, checklists, apps, etc.) for facilities professionals and managed services partners.
Legal Support
Our experts provide litigation support to defendant counsel and enforcement agencies for ADA and FHA complaints.
Technical / Design Assistance
Our technical assistance and design guidance clarify gray issues in accessibility regulations for a single issue or an entire development.
Our accessibility specialists come from diverse educational and professional backgrounds, including licensed architects, certified accessibility specialists, and engineers whose knowledge enables us to recommend reasonable, cost-effective strategies to help our clients make informed decisions.
We are knowledgeable in federal, state, and local accessibility guidelines.
- Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Architectural Barriers Act (ABA)
- Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
- Fair Housing Act (FHA) & FHA Safe Harbors
- International Building Code (IBC)
- ICC ANSI A117.1
- State and Local Codes
- Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)
Knowledge
ADA & FHA Compliance Peer Review
A peer review approach can identify FHA and ADA compliance issues, helping to avoid costly litigation. We explain the process and benefits.
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ANSI A117.1 Standards Update
Updates to the ANSI A117.1 Standards further establish technical criteria for accessible and usable buildings for people with disabilities.
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ADA Standards and Guidelines
Increase your knowledge of the ADA. We provide training on all ADA topics and on all levels from basic to advanced. Trainings are available in-person, webcast, and online.
Fair Housing Accessibility (FHA)
We provide critical information, materials, and technical assistance to all relevant stakeholders about the design and construction requirements of the Fair Housing Act as amended in 1988.