Building Code Compliance: Handling IBC Discrepancies
Building code compliance is essential for ensuring safety, yet discrepancies often arise within the International Building Code (IBC). These inconsistencies
Tag: ADA
Accessible Accommodations for Buildings
When renovating an existing building, pay particular attention to the current accessible accommodations. The extent of existing accessible accommodations may
What ANSI version should I use for my project?
ANSI Accessibility Code While conducting a code study for a current project of ours in Lone Tree (see LINK for
Hillside Community Center
Hillside Community Center is part of the Colorado Springs Parks & Recreation District in Colorado. This award-winning community center underwent
Required Number of Accessible Parking Spaces
The ADA Standards for Accessible Design establishes the minimum number of accessible parking spaces. The International Building Code requirements are
Multi-family Housing and Accessibility
The Fair Housing Act requires housing equality in terms of accessibility. This was passed in 1988. Three years later construction
The ADA, ICC/ANSI A117.1 and Kitchen Sinks in Break Rooms
Building codes and guidelines are always full of exceptions and variations on a theme and the Americans with Disabilities Act
Fastening to Concrete – Wedge Style Expansion Anchors
There are many situations were it may become necessary to attach a timber ledger to a concrete wall. It is
Accessible Window Designs for Apartments for IBC and Fair Housing
Looking for accessible windows for an IBC / ANSI Type A units? I may have found some answers. Looking for
Why does a Range Matter in My Break Room or Kitchenette?
Most jurisdictions in the US use the IBC which references ANSI 117.1 for specific accessibility standards. (It is also interesting
Apartments – ADA, FHA, ANSI, Title 9 and the IBC
When working on Apartment buildings we as Architects are responsible for accommodating a large cross section of the population. Being
Implementation Date for 2010 ADA Standards
We’ve begun to see the 2010 ADA (American’s with Disabilities Act) Standards brought up on new construction projects. Like many
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