2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

TECHNICAL CHAPTER 8: SPECIAL ROOMS, SPACES, AND ELEMENTS Figure 804.2.2 U-Shaped Kitchens 804.3 Kitchen Work Surface. In residential dwelling units required to comply with 809, at least one 30 inches (760 mm) wide minimum section of counter shall provide a kitchen work surface that complies with 804.3. 804.3.1 Clear Floor or Ground Space. A clear floor space complying with 305 positioned for a forward approach shall be provided. The clear floor or ground space shall be centered on the kitchen work surface and shall provide knee and toe clearance complying with 306. EXCEPTION: Cabinetry shall be permitted under the kitchen work surface provided that all of the following conditions are met: (a) the cabinetry can be removed without removal or replacement of the kitchen work surface; (b) the finish floor extends under the cabinetry; and (c) the walls behind and surrounding the cabinetry are finished. 804.3.2 Height. The kitchen work surface shall be 34 inches (865 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. EXCEPTION: A counter that is adjustable to provide a kitchen work surface at variable heights, 29 inches (735 mm) minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) maximum, shall be permitted. 804.3.3 Exposed Surfaces. There shall be no sharp or abrasive surfaces under the work surface counters. 208 - 2010 Standards: Titles II and III Department of Jus2ti4c5e Titles II and III - 2010 Standards - 179