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Architectural Barriers Act
Enacted in 1968, requires all buildings constructed, leased or financed with federal funding to be accessible.
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Visitability
What is the Housing Initiative that aims at addressing the situation and affecting a small change towards a more accessible housing stock
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Adjustable countertop heights
Grab bars that swung away Whole-room shower floors Moveable storage units Kitchen cabinets that has a removable base to allow knee clearance with grab bars
Define two key features of Adaptable housing
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5%
What percentage of units need to be set aside for accessibility and occupancy by people with Disabilities
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Fair Housing Act
Requires all newly constructed, both public and private multifamily housing with four or more units in elevator equipped buildings to be accessible.
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Adaptable Housing
Provide a unit that could be easily adapted to the specific needs of an individual and would support a household that was diverse in abilities
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One no-step entrance
Low thresholds Doorways that provide at least 32 inches of clearance Hallways with at least 36 inches clear width Basic access to at least a half bath Reinforcement in walls for grab bar installation Light switches and outlets within comfortable reach
Define two key features of Visitability
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Total number of all accessible housing built under this policy was significantly lower than the number of people with disabilities who needed accessible units
When units are occupied, they are no longer available for years Since only applicable to new construction, very few units added each year
Name a problem as the result of set-aside mandate
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The 1980 ANSI A117.1 Standard
The 1988 Fair Housing Act Ammendment
Define the U.S. Government mandated standard or
amendment that incorporate a version of adaptable housing. |
Life Span Design
Includes accommodation for sensory limitations, security, and the prevention of falls. Liveable communities and neighborhoods with convenient services, recreation, jobs, street life, and informal gathering spaces.
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Non-glare surfaces
Contrasting Colors at floor surface boundaries Comfortable reach zones throughout the home Ample kitchen closet storage Front loading laundry equipment 30 x 48 MIN clear floor space in front of all appliances, fixtures and cabinetry Good lighting, task lighting Stair treads at least 11 inches deep and and risers no higher that 7 inches Light switches and Electrical Outlets located 24-48 inches Kitchen cabinetry that allows a person to work in a seated position with knees under counter Reinforcement in walls next to toilets and tubs for future installation of grab bars Access to at least one full bath on the main floor Hallways at least 42 inches clear wide Direct entry to home from off-street parking area, if provided Lever-type door handles Low-threshold doorways No-step access to home and all patios, balconies, and terraces
Define two key features of Lifespan Design
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Paths to and within the unit
Higher toilets Wider doors Public and Common spaces Grab bars Roll-in showers Low counters and storage
Name 2 key features of accessibility are needed in set-aside units
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