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Commons

Building Number: 440

Map Quadrant: F-6

Accessible Parking: The nearest accessible parking is located in PA 35. There are (20) accessible spaces located here. Curb cuts are located off of Lubbock Street.

Exterior Signage: The sign, designating accessible parking, can be obscured by vehicles parked in spaces.

Curb Cuts: There are (5) different curb cuts located near this building. (1) On the North side of the building, adjacent to the South side of the driveway, the curb ramp is bumpy and not located at a marked crossing. (2) On the North side of the building, adjacent to the North side of the driveway, the curb ramp is steep and not located at a marked crossing. (3) On the North side of the building, adjacent to Lubbock St. furthest East, the curb ramp is steep, not protected or located to prevent obstruction by parked vehicles and does not have flared sides. (4) On the North side of the building, adjacent to Lubbock St. furthest West, the same applies. (5) On the South side of the building, adjacent to the service area, the curb ramp is steep, not located at a marked crossing and not located or protected to prevent obstruction by parked vehicles.

Ramps: There are (2) ramps leading to this building. (1) On the NW corner of the building, the sidewalk is sloped to create a ramp. Handrails are not provided continuously on either side. (2) On the South side of the building, adjacent to the entrance, the ramp is steep.

Exterior Entrances: There are (2) main entrances to this building. (1) The north entrance is accessible and has motion activated automatic door openers. (2) The south entrance is for deliveries and is not accessible.

Interior Signage: No barriers were identified.

Restrooms: There are restrooms on the first floor that are designated accessible, however only some conditions here are acceptable by ADA standards.

Fountains: There are fountains in this building, but they do not appear to be accessible to those who use wheelchairs.

Elevators: There are elevators in this building however, Braille floor designations are not provided on both jambs, the emergency communication system is not designated in Braille and requires voice transmission.

 

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