2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

CHAPTER 8: SPECIAL ROOMS, SPACES, AND ELEMENTS TECHNICAL 804.2 Clearance. Where a pass through kitchen is provided, clearances shall comply with 804.2.1. Where a U-shaped kitchen is provided, clearances shall comply with 804.2.2. EXCEPTION: Spaces that do not provide a cooktop or conventional range shall not be required to comply with 804.2. Advisory 804.2 Clearance. Clearances are measured from the furthest projecting face of all opposing base cabinets, counter tops, appliances, or walls, excluding hardware. 804.2.1 Pass Through Kitchen. In pass through kitchens where counters, appliances or cabinets are on two opposing sides, or where counters, appliances or cabinets are opposite a parallel wall, clearance between all opposing base cabinets, counter tops, appliances, or walls within kitchen work areas shall be 40 inches (1015 mm) minimum. Pass through kitchens shall have two entries. Figure 804.2.1 Pass Through Kitchens 804.2.2 U-Shaped. In U-shaped kitchens enclosed on three contiguous sides, clearance between all opposing base cabinets, counter tops, appliances, or walls within kitchen work areas shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum. D2e4p4artment of Justice 2010 Standards: Titles II and III - 207 Titles II and III - 2010 Standards - 178