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Notes from the Editor
Build To Last
What is our legacy in the affordable housing industry? We don't build monuments with our names etched in stone or monoliths dedicated to our greatness. We do, however, build actual physical structures...
We build safe, affordable housing for the people that need it most.
Four out of every ten American children live in low-income families.* We are doing our part to make sure that they have a place to call home.
by Scott Michael Dunn
Executive Vice President
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Fair Housing Accessibility
Part 8
Accessible Routes
In the previous newsletter we discussed the definitions of accessible routes and entrances according to the Fair Housing Design Manual. In this article we will cover when accessible routes are required. According to the Fair Housing Act Design Manual, accessible routes are required for the following:
Accessible Route from Site Arrival Points to Accessible Building Entrances
It is required that accessible routes are provided for public transportation stops, accessible parking spaces, accessible passenger loading zones, and public streets or sidewalks that provide access to accessible building entrances.
Accessible Routes and Walks Between Accessible Buildings and Site Facilities
Accessible routes are required to connect buildings that contain covered units, accessible facilities (such as laundry rooms), accessible elements and accessible spaces on the same route.
Accessible Site Facilities on Accessible Routes
Accessible routes are required for access and use of public and common areas. This includes accessible facilities, elements and common use areas. Accessible site facilities may include but are not limited to mailboxes, site furnishings, outside storage areas, refuse disposal areas, playing fields, amphitheaters, picnic sites, swimming pools, playgrounds, parking areas and jogging paths.
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Quizzle
Fair Housing Accessibility
The Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) all have accessibility provisions. Fair Housing addresses dwelling and common areas, while ADA covers the public areas of our properties. That is why there is no such thing as an "ADA" apartment. We have adaptable units under Fair Housing with modifications or accessible units under 504. Let's match some specific items with these 3 major federal accessibility laws. IMPORTANT NOTE: Some of the provisions below will not relate to all affordable housing properties. This Quizzle simply deals with the provisions of the laws. How or if these apply to your property is another topic.
1. In 2013, swimming pools needed to be equipped with a lift or sloped entry to be considered accessible.
a. Americans with Disabilities Act
b. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
c. The Fair Housing Act
d. All of the Above
2. 5% of all units in a project must be fully accessible. 2% of the units must be equipped for those with auditory/visual needs.
a. Americans with Disabilities Act
b. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
c. The Fair Housing Act
d. All of the Above
3. Hallways should be a minimum of 36" wide and allow a person to make a 90 degree turn into or out of the door opening.
a. Americans with Disabilities Act
b. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
c. The Fair Housing Act
d. All of the Above
4. When an owner approves a reasonable modification to a dwelling unit, the owner is required to cover the costs associated with the modification unless it would cause and undue financial burden.
a. Americans with Disabilities Act
b. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
c. The Fair Housing Act
d. All of the Above
5. The term "service animal" has to be explicitly defined not to include companion animals.
a. Americans with Disabilities Act
b. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
c. The Fair Housing Act
d. All of the Above
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