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Accessibility

Where it applies, owners of historic properties should comply to the fullest
extent possible with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provisions,
while also preserving the integrity of the character-defining features of their
buildings and sites. Note that all Accessibility changes should also abide by
the standards provided in the Zoning Ordinance.

3.9 Create an accessibility solution that does not alter the
historic characteristics of a building.
a. Locate access ramps to the side or rear of a building when

feasible.
b. When installing an accessibility solution, attach it to the historic
structure in a location and in a way that does not destroy key
architectural details. When installing an accessibility solution, attach
c. Create an accessibility solution that can be reversed. For instance, it to the historic structure in a location and in
a ramp could be installed and then removed without affecting the a way that does not obscure or destroy key
historic building. architectural details. (Houston, TX)

Create an accessibility solution that can be
reversed. For instance, a ramp could be installed
and then removed without affecting the historic
building. (Houston, TX)

Locate access ramps to the side or rear of a
building when feasible.

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