Provisions for Individuals with Disabilities
Effective Sep 29, 2023Mass. Register #1505MGL c. 111, §§ 3, 71, and 72Department of Public Health
- (A) Gradients of Walks. Public walks shall be not less than four feet wide and shall have a gradient that complies with 521 CMR 1.00: Architectural Access Board.
- (B) Walks – Continuous Surface. Walks shall be of a continuing common surface, not interrupted by steps or abrupt changes in level. Wherever walks cross other walks, driveways or parking lots, they shall blend to a common level.
- (C) Access from parking areas through a primary building entrance shall be a continuous level or ramped surface without stairs or abrupt changes in level.