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Bell Building

Building Number: 493

Map Quadrant: G-4

Accessible Parking: The nearest accessible parking is located in PA 77. There are (2) accessible spaces located on the South side of the building. A curb ramp is located to the left of the spaces.

Exterior Signage: There are no signs indicating the route to the nearest accessible entrance. Also, the signage at the accessible entrance does not display the International Symbol of Accessibility.

Curb Cuts: See parking

Ramps: There is (1) ramp located on the NE side of the building. This ramp is steep.

Exterior Entrances: There are (6) entrances to this building, however only (1) is accessible. It is located on the NE corner of the building. There were no barriers identified here.

Interior Signage: Mounting height is not ADA accessible.

Restrooms: There are restrooms in this building, however they are not designated accessible.

Fountains: There are fountains in this building, however they are not accessible to those individuals who use wheelchairs or have difficulty bending or stooping.

Elevators: There is an elevator in this building near the loading dock entrance. The height to the center of the call button panel exceeds 42 inches and is difficult to reach from the front and the side. The elevator does not incorporate an audible signal which sounds once for up and twice for down. Raised characters and Braille designations are not provided on both jambs. Also, the emergency communication system is not designated in Braille and requires voice transmission.

 

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