1. (a) To the extent that it is readily achievable, assembly areas of a public accommodation shall:

   1. (1) provide a reasonable number of wheelchair seating spaces and seats with removable aisle-side arm rests; and

   2. (2) locate the wheelchair seating spaces so that they:

      1. (A) are dispersed throughout the seating area;
      2. (B) provide lines of sight and choice of admission prices comparable to those for members of the general public;
      3. (C) adjoin an accessible route that also serves as a means of egress in case of emergency; and
      4. (D) permit individuals who use wheelchairs to sit with family members or other companions.
2. (b) If removal of seats is not readily achievable, each public accommodation with assembly areas shall provide, to the extent that it is readily achievable to do so, a portable chair or other means to permit a family member or other companion to sit with an individual who uses a wheelchair.
3. (c) The requirement of subsection (a) shall not be interpreted to exceed the standards for alterations in K.A.R. 21-70-34.

(Authorized by K.S.A. 44-1004; implementing K.S.A. 44-1009; effective Dec. 19, 1994.)