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a c c e s s i b i l i t y

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 in the
Municipal Code.

4.58 Create an accessibility solution that does not alter the
historic characteristics of a building.
a. Locate an access ramp to the side or rear of a building.
b. When installing an accessibility solution, attach it to the
Locate an access ramp to the side
historic structure in a location and in a way that does not
or rear of a building.
destroy key architectural details.
c. Create an accessibility solution that can be reversed. For
instance, a ramp could be installed and then removed
without affecting the historic building.

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

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