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People
who live with vision impairment understand the true importance of detectable
warning systems as an aid that allows them to safely navigate pedestrian
street crossings, including curb ramps and blended transitions, certain
median and refuge islands, and rail lines. The requirement for universal
compliance is actually relatively recent. In July 2001, after a 10-year
suspension for research, the U.S. Department of Justice made installation
of detectable warning systems mandatory at such crossings.
For more information regarding compliance with the ADA as well as the
Fair Housing Amendments Act (FHAA and how it influences their facilities,
services and programs, contact the following renowned accessibilities
experts:
Bill Scott
Abilities Unlimited, Inc. www.abilitiesunlimited.com
Herb Hacker, AIA, ICC Certified
Access Technologies Services
602-870-1153
herbhacker@msn.com
www.accessts.net
Detectable Warning Surfaces
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here for more information online
U.S.
Access Board Requirements
ADOT Guidelines
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here for more information online
U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal Highway Administration
Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines and Detectable Warnings
ADAAG
Detectable Warnings (Truncated Domes)
Maricopa Association of Governments Standards 2008
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here for more information online
Accessible Public Rights-of-Way
Planning and Design for Alterations
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here for more information online
Revised Draft Guidlines for
Accessible Public Rights-of-Way
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here for more information online

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