Read the 2012 Texas Accessibility Standards
Read the 2012 Texas Accessibilty Standards
A resource that can help answer your questions in regards to Fair Housing, Hud, and residential portions of construction projects.
Showers
https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ab/2012abtas6.htm#608
Bath Tubs
https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ab/2012abtas6.htm#607
Bath Tub And Shower Seats
https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ab/2012abtas6.htm#610
TAS 208 Parking
https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ab/2012abtas2.htm#208
TAS 502 Parking Spaces
https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ab/2012abtas5.htm#502
New Law In Effect As Of 8/1/2020
https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ab/abrules.htm#68104
Even if alteration projects do not change how an area of primary function is used, path of travel elements still must comply with the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS).
Alterations that affect – or could affect – access to an area containing a primary function or its usability extend the compliance requirements for path of travel elements to cover the altered area. (TAS 202.4) Path of travel elements include the route to the altered area, parking areas, restrooms, telephones, and drinking fountains serving the altered areas.
Here are questions to consider when determining whether alterations could extend compliance requirements:
Here’s an example:
An office building must have offices, and probably conference rooms, to be a functioning facility. The offices and the conference rooms are considered primary function areas. But office buildings do not have to have break areas to be a functioning facility, so those are not considered to be an area of primary function.
The office conference room project will add cabinetry and counter tops to provide space for snacks or printed information. The scope of work doesn’t change the space’s function but does affect its usability, triggering the additional path of travel elements to comply with TAS. If customers can’t find it, it doesn’t exist. Clearly list and describe the services you offer. Also, be sure to showcase a premium service.
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