Wheelchair Accessible

Definition

Building features that allow for the free movement of individuals using wheelchairs. Accessible doors should provide at least 32 inches of clear width. Door hardware must not require more than 5 lbs. of force to operate. It must also be operable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. Thresholds cannot be higher than 1/2 inch at accessible doors, including sliding doors. Doors require a certain amount of clear space around them, in all cases, the maneuvering space should have a level surface, that is, a maximum slope of 1:48.