Document Overview: ADA Inspection Checklist

This inspection checklist serves as a reference guide for California disabled access regulations, covering compliance with both Title 24 and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) requirements. The document addresses accessibility standards for public buildings, commercial buildings, and publicly funded housing.

Document Structure

The checklist is organized into the following major sections:

Title 24 Code References:

• Title 24 Part 2 Building
• Title 24 Part 3 Electrical
• Title 24 Part 5 Plumbing

Content Sections:

• Application scope and code references (California Building Code, Volume 1, Chapters 10 and 11B)
• New Buildings requirements, including:
  • Accessible parking requirements
  • Exterior routes of travel (walks, sidewalks, ramps)
  • Stairways and handrails
  • Doors and door hardware
  • Obstructions and vestibules
  • Bathing and toilet facilities
  • Water fountains
  • Public telephones
  • Signs and identification
  • Forward and side reach requirements
• Existing Buildings requirements, covering alteration requirements and exceptions

Important Limitations

Note: This document is not intended to be a complete listing of all regulations. Users should refer to the actual law for completeness and accuracy.

All diagrams included in this checklist carry the following disclaimer: "These diagrams illustrate the specific requirements of these regulations and are intended only as an aid for building design and construction."

This checklist is intended only as an aid to the basic understanding of the regulations. To fully understand and apply these regulations, users must refer to the California Building Code, Volume 1, Chapters 10 and 11B.