Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) Standards (2015)

Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) Standards (2015) Note: This edition includes new provisions for outdoor developed areas and emergency transportable housing. Adopted by the: Department of Defense (2008) General Services Administration (2005) Postal Service (2005) About this Edition of the ABA Standards Standards issued under the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) apply to facilities designed, built, altered, or leased with federal funds. Four agencies establish the ABA Standards according to guidelines issued by the Access Board: Department of Defense (DOD) Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) General Services Administration (GSA) Postal Service (USPS). This edition of the ABA Accessibility Standards has been adopted by GSA, DOD, and USPS. (The USPS Standards do not include the non-mandatory advisory notes). HUD s adoption of these Standards is pending. TABLE OF CONTENTS1 ABA CHAPTER 1: APPLICATION AND ADMINISTRATION 5F101 Purpose 5F102 Dimensions for Adults and Children 5F103 Modifications and Waivers 5F104 Conventions 5F105 Referenced Standards 8F106 Definitions 12 ABA CHAPTER 2: SCOPING REQUIREMENTS 19F201 Application 19F202 Existing Buildings and Facilities 20F203 General Exceptions 24F204 Protruding Objects 26F205 Operable Parts 26F206 Accessible Routes 27F207 Accessible Means of Egress 35F208 Parking Spaces 3

ABA CHAPTER 1: APPLICATION AND ADMINISTRATION ARCHITECTURAL BARRIERS ACT: SCOPING 5 ABA CHAPTER 1: APPLICATION AND ADMINISTRATION. F101 Purpose. This document contains scoping and technical requirements for . accessibility. to . sites, facilities, buildings, and . elements. by individuals with disabilities. The requirements are to be applied ...

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