Entrances, doors and gates: approach clearances

U. S. ACCESS BO ARD TECHNI C AL G UI DE Entrances, Doors, and Gates This guide explains scoping and technical requirements for accessible entrances, doors and gates in the ADA Standards. Accessible Entrances: Minimum Number [§206.4] At least 60% of public entrances must be accessible in new construction, in addition to entrances directly serving tenancies, parking facilities, pedestrian tunnels and elevated walkways. “Public entrances” include all entrances except those that are restricted or that are used exclusively as service entrances. Public Entrances Required to be Accessible At least 60% of public entrances in At least one entrance serving each addition to the other types of entrances direct access from parking structures required to comply At least one entrance from each At least one entrance to each elevated walkway or pedestrian tunnel tenancy in a facility Additional requirements apply to transit facilities and to entrances for inmates and detainees in judicial, detention, and correctional facilities. Recommendation: Access should be provided to a primary entrance for greater usability and convenience (as is required for residential dwelling units). 1