Accessible Environment Those parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable. 1 Cor. 12:22

Built Environment Standard Integrated Accessibility Standards External spaces Ontario Building Code Internal spaces Both are effective as of January 1, 2015.

Existing Buildings No retrofitting requirements New requirements apply only to: New construction Change of use Extensive renovation of existing buildings

New Construction New construction means anything related to the erection, installation, or extension of an element of the built environment.

Elements Common access, circulation routes and spaces (interior and exterior) Communication elements and facilities (e.g., signage, public announcement system) Plumbing elements and facilities Building performance and maintenance; Special rooms

Extensive Renovation - Interior Renovations that involve changing existing Interior walls Ceilings Floor assemblies Roof assemblies

Extensive Renovation - Exterior Renovations, alterations, remodelling, rehabilitation, historic restoration, resurfacing, rearrangement, reconstruction, change of use of the component, or new additions to an existing element (e.g., an expanded parking lot area attached to an existing building or parking area)

Area in Conjunction to Changed Elements Where the changed element can only be accessed via a non-compliant element

Funding Possibilities Enabling Accessibility Fund, Government of Canada Ontario Trillium Foundation

Discussion

Barrier Free Path of Travel Appropriate parking spaces Wider and clearly marked partway Updated curb ramp requirements

Barrier Free Path of Travel New tactile walking surface indicator requirements, to be located at the top of stairs and on landings where a door opens onto the landing

Barrier-Free Path of Travel

Barrier-Free Path of Travel Automatic door opener at entrance to the building and accessible washrooms Elevator Alert and alarm signals – added visual components New signage requirements – colour contrast, graphics and simple language

Barrier-Free Path of Travel Enhanced passing and rest spaces

Inside the Building Washrooms Universal washroom Accessible stall in multiple stalls washroom L-shape grab bar instead of diagonal one

Washroom

Seating Adaptable and accessible seating space Suitable for a side transfer from a wheelchair Storage spaces for wheelchairs and other mobility assistive devices Required to be distributed throughout the viewing area.

Seating Arrangements