Site Accessibility Evaluation

Evaluation PU21-000004 Cover Photo
New Pikes Peak Summit House
5069 Pikes Peak Hwy
Cascade, CO 80809
Accessibility Evaluation
Inspection Date: 08/19/2021
Inspectors: Robert Hernandez
Prepared By
City of Colorado Springs Logo
City of Colorado Springs
(719) 385 - 5175
https://coloradosprings.gov/
Report Date: 01/27/2025

FOR RECORD:

FROM: Robert L. Hernandez, Title II ADA/Section 504 – Manager

DATE: 01/27/2025

SUBJECT: New Pikes Peak Summit House Self-Evaluation

1. On 08/19/2021, Title II ADA / Section 504 Coordinator(s) from the Office of Accessibility performed a Title II - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation. This evaluation was performed in accordance with 1991/2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

2. Priorities for removing barriers are assigned in accordance with the ADA Checklist for Existing Facilities, promulgated by the ADA National Network. The checklist follows the four priorities listed in the Department of Justice ADA Title III regulations. These priorities are equally applicable to state and local government facilities:

Priority 1 - Accessible approach and entrance
Priority 2 - Access to goods and services
Priority 3 - Access to public toilet rooms
Priority 4 - Access to other items such as water fountains and public telephones

3. Corrective actions to findings were / will be submitted to the City maintenance work request system and will be managed in accordance with the City Transition Plan. Note: Recommended corrections may be modified where appropriate. Corrections are developed in consideration of the “Program Access” provisions of Title II, where applicable.

4. A copy of this report will be maintained by the Office of Accessibility. Updates to the findings included in this report will be available at the following link: https://access6.bluedag.com/access/barriers/GfhHF91nlvMItTaD4rVzj85XBKNZxywJ. Alternatively, this link is available from the Office of Accessibility’s webpage on the City of Colorado Springs website.


City of Colorado Springs Title II ADA/Section 504 – Manager
30 S. Nevada Ave, Suite 301
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
ADACompliance@coloradosprings.gov


Atch 1. City of Colorado Springs, ADA Self-Evaluation Report

Sincerely,


Robert Hernandez

Findings

Restroom Men's

BFID: 191712

The wall sign is mounted too low.

Tactile Characters on signs shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.10
Raised characters shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the lowest raised character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the highest raised character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.11
Where a sign containing raised I characters and braille is provided at a door, the sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is pro- I vided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is provided I at double doors with two active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right-hand door. Where there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing raised characters and braille shall be located so that a clear floor area 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the raised characters is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install signs to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
[10/24/2024] This should be taken care of by the contractor
Finding 191712 Main Photo
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 191753

The coat hook is installed greater than 48 inches above the finished floor.

Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches maximum above the finished floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the floor.

Recommendation:
Either add an additional coat hook no higher than 48" or re-install lower.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
An additional coat hook was installed to compliance.
Finding 191753 Main Photo
Finding 191753 Corrected Photo
Additional Finding Photos
Finding 191753 Corrected Photo

BFID: 191677

The flush handle is located on the wrong side of the toilet.

Controls shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting. Controls for the flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas, no more than 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with Section 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet.

Recommendation:
Replace manual flush mechanism with an auto flush if possible.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 191681

The element is positioned less than 12 inches from the top of the grab bar.

Elements adjacent to the grab bar shall be positioned to provide unobstructed use of grab bars. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1-1/2 inches minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 609.3
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches (305 mm) minimum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 609.3
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends of the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above the grab bar shall be 12 inches (30S mm) minimum.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install dispensers three inches below the grab bars or on an adjacent wall.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
The toilet seat cover dispenser was removed.
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 191828

The operating hardware requires tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.

Hand-activated hardware, handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operating devices on accessible elements shall have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand and does not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5.0 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace locks with compliant hardware that doesn't require grasping, pinching, and twisting of the wrist to operate.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
The locking mechanism was replaced to compliance.
Finding 191828 Main Photo
Finding 191828 Corrected Photo

BFID: 191825

The flush handle is located on the wrong side of the toilet.

Controls shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting. Controls for the flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas, no more than 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with Section 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet.

Recommendation:
Replace manual flush mechanism with an auto flush if possible.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Finding 191825 Main Photo

BFID: 191829

The operating hardware requires tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.

Hand-activated hardware, handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operating devices on accessible elements shall have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand and does not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5.0 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace locks with compliant hardware that doesn't require grasping, pinching, and twisting of the wrist to operate.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
The locking mechanism was replaced to compliance.
Finding 191829 Corrected Photo

BFID: 194454

The baby changing table is not provided with a forward approach.

Baby changing tables must be provided with a forward approach. Knee and toe clearance shall be provided.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 902.2
A clear floor space complying with 305 positioned for a forward approach shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with 306 shall be provided.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 902.2
A clear floor space complying with Section 305, positioned for a forward approach, shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with Section 306 shall be provided.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 902.5.1
A clear floor space complying with Section 305, positioned for forward approach, shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with Section 306 shall be provided.

Recommendation:
Raise the baby changing station to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 194455

The wall sign is mounted too low.

Tactile Characters on signs shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.10
Raised characters shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the lowest raised character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the highest raised character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.11
Where a sign containing raised I characters and braille is provided at a door, the sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is pro- I vided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is provided I at double doors with two active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right-hand door. Where there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing raised characters and braille shall be located so that a clear floor area 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the raised characters is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install the signs to the correct height.
Barrier Priority:
Low (4): Should be completed as soon as possible due to being a technical violation, but may not result in providing greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that are technically violations but provide a moderate to low increase in accessibility compared to the financial impact on the entity)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

Restrooms Women's

BFID: 191713

The wall sign is mounted too low.

Tactile Characters on signs shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.10
Raised characters shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the lowest raised character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the highest raised character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.11
Where a sign containing raised I characters and braille is provided at a door, the sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is pro- I vided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is provided I at double doors with two active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right-hand door. Where there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing raised characters and braille shall be located so that a clear floor area 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the raised characters is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install sign to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Finding 191713 Main Photo
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 191752

The coat hook is installed greater than 48 inches above the finished floor.

Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches maximum above the finished floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the floor.

Recommendation:
Add a lower hook or remove and re-install coat hooks to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
[10/24/2024] Missing Pic
Corrected Condition:
An additional coat hook was installed to compliance.
Finding 191752 Main Photo
Finding 191752 Corrected Photo

BFID: 191672

The flush handle is located on the wrong side of the toilet.

Controls shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting. Controls for the flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas, no more than 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with Section 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet.

Recommendation:
Replace manual flush mechanism with an auto flush if possible.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Finding 191672 Main Photo
Additional Finding Photos
Finding 191672 Additional Photo

BFID: 191669

The operating hardware requires tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.

Hand-activated hardware, handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operating devices on accessible elements shall have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand and does not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5.0 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace locks with compliant hardware that doesn't require grasping, pinching, and twisting of the wrist to operate.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
The locking mechanism was replaced to compliance.
Image of finding
Finding 191669 Corrected Photo

BFID: 191670

The element is positioned less than 12 inches from the top of the grab bar.

Elements adjacent to the grab bar shall be positioned to provide unobstructed use of grab bars. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1-1/2 inches minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 609.3
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches (305 mm) minimum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 609.3
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends of the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above the grab bar shall be 12 inches (30S mm) minimum.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install dispensers three inches below the grab bars.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
The toilet seat cover dispenser was removed.
Image of finding
Finding 191670 Corrected Photo

BFID: 191674

The flush handle is located on the wrong side of the toilet.

Controls shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting. Controls for the flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas, no more than 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with Section 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet.

Recommendation:
Replace manual flush mechanism with an auto flush if possible.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Finding 191674 Main Photo
Additional Finding Photos
Finding 191674 Additional Photo

BFID: 191830

The operating hardware requires tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.

Hand-activated hardware, handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operating devices on accessible elements shall have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand and does not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5.0 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace locks with compliant hardware that doesn't require grasping, pinching, and twisting of the wrist to operate.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
The locking mechanism was replaced to compliance.
Image of finding
Finding 191830 Corrected Photo

BFID: 191678

The element is positioned less than 12 inches from the top of the grab bar.

Elements adjacent to the grab bar shall be positioned to provide unobstructed use of grab bars. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1-1/2 inches minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 609.3
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches (305 mm) minimum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 609.3
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends of the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above the grab bar shall be 12 inches (30S mm) minimum.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install dispensers three inches below the grab bars.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 191826

The operating hardware requires tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.

Hand-activated hardware, handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operating devices on accessible elements shall have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand and does not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5.0 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace locks with compliant hardware that doesn't require grasping, pinching, and twisting of the wrist to operate.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
The locking mechanism was replaced to compliance.
Finding 191826 Main Photo
Finding 191826 Corrected Photo

BFID: 191675

The flush handle is located on the wrong side of the toilet.

Controls shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting. Controls for the flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas, no more than 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with Section 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet.

Recommendation:
Replace manual flush mechanism with an auto flush if possible.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Finding 191675 Main Photo
Additional Finding Photos
Finding 191675 Additional Photo

BFID: 191680

The element is positioned less than 12 inches from the top of the grab bar.

Elements adjacent to the grab bar shall be positioned to provide unobstructed use of grab bars. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1-1/2 inches minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 609.3
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches (305 mm) minimum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 609.3
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends of the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above the grab bar shall be 12 inches (30S mm) minimum.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install dispensers three inches below the grab bars.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
The toilet seat cover dispenser was removed.
Image of finding
Finding 191680 Corrected Photo

BFID: 191827

The operating hardware requires tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.

Hand-activated hardware, handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operating devices on accessible elements shall have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand and does not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5.0 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace locks with compliant hardware that doesn't require grasping, pinching, and twisting of the wrist to operate.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
The locking mechanism was replaced to compliance.
Finding 191827 Main Photo
Finding 191827 Corrected Photo

BFID: 191676

The flush handle is located on the wrong side of the toilet.

Controls shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting. Controls for the flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas, no more than 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with Section 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet.

Recommendation:
Replace manual flush mechanism with an auto flush if possible.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 191679

The element is positioned less than 12 inches from the top of the grab bar.

Elements adjacent to the grab bar shall be positioned to provide unobstructed use of grab bars. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1-1/2 inches minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 609.3
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches (305 mm) minimum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 609.3
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends of the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above the grab bar shall be 12 inches (30S mm) minimum.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install dispensers three inches below the grab bars.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
The toilet seat cover dispenser was removed.
Image of finding
Finding 191679 Corrected Photo

BFID: 194456

The baby changing table is not provided with a forward approach.

Baby changing tables must be provided with a forward approach. Knee and toe clearance shall be provided.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 902.2
A clear floor space complying with 305 positioned for a forward approach shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with 306 shall be provided.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 902.2
A clear floor space complying with Section 305, positioned for a forward approach, shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with Section 306 shall be provided.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 902.5.1
A clear floor space complying with Section 305, positioned for forward approach, shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with Section 306 shall be provided.

Recommendation:
Raise the baby changing station to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 194457

The toilet seat is not located within the range allowed off the floor.

The height of accessible water closets shall be a minimum of 17 inches and a maximum of 19 inches measured to the top of the toilet seat. The seat itself shall be a maximum of 2 inch high.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.4
The seat height of a water closet above the finish floor shall be 17 inches (430 mm) minimum and 19 inches (485 mm) maximum measured to the top of the seat. Seats shall not be sprung to return to a lifted position.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 604.4
The height of water closet seats shall be 17 inches (430 mm) minimum and 19 inches (485 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the top of the seat. Seats shall not be sprung to return to a lifted position.

Recommendation:
Raise toilet to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

Restrooms Family Left Side

BFID: 191666

The wall sign is mounted too low.

Tactile Characters on signs shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.10
Raised characters shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the lowest raised character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the highest raised character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.11
Where a sign containing raised I characters and braille is provided at a door, the sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is pro- I vided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is provided I at double doors with two active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right-hand door. Where there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing raised characters and braille shall be located so that a clear floor area 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the raised characters is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install sign to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
[10/24/2024] This should be fixed by contractor
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard
Additional Finding Photos
Finding 191666 Additional Photo
Finding 191666 Additional Photo
Finding 191666 Additional Photo

BFID: 191673

The flush handle is located on the wrong side of the toilet.

Controls shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting. Controls for the flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas, no more than 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with Section 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet.

Recommendation:
Replace manual flush mechanism with an auto flush if possible.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
[10/24/2024] This should be covered by the contractor.
Image of finding

BFID: 191667

The coat hook is installed greater than 48 inches above the finished floor.

Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches maximum above the finished floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the floor.

Recommendation:
Either add an additional coat hook no higher than 48" or re-install lower.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
A lower coat hook was installed to compliance.
Image of finding
Finding 191667 Corrected Photo

BFID: 194452

The baby changing table is not provided with a forward approach.

Baby changing tables must be provided with a forward approach. Knee and toe clearance shall be provided.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 902.2
A clear floor space complying with 305 positioned for a forward approach shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with 306 shall be provided.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 902.2
A clear floor space complying with Section 305, positioned for a forward approach, shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with Section 306 shall be provided.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 902.5.1
A clear floor space complying with Section 305, positioned for forward approach, shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with Section 306 shall be provided.

Recommendation:
Raise the baby changing station to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

Restrooms Family Right Side

BFID: 191711

The wall sign is mounted too low.

Tactile Characters on signs shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.10
Raised characters shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the lowest raised character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the highest raised character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.11
Where a sign containing raised I characters and braille is provided at a door, the sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is pro- I vided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is provided I at double doors with two active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right-hand door. Where there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing raised characters and braille shall be located so that a clear floor area 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the raised characters is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install signs to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
[10/24/2024] This should be covered by the contractor.
Finding 191711 Main Photo
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 191751

The coat hook is installed greater than 48 inches above the finished floor.

Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches maximum above the finished floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the floor.

Recommendation:
Either add an additional coat hook no higher than 48" or re-install lower.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
A lower coat hook was installed to compliance.
Finding 191751 Main Photo
Finding 191751 Corrected Photo

BFID: 191709

The flush handle is located on the wrong side of the toilet.

Controls shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting. Controls for the flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas, no more than 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with Section 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet.

Recommendation:
Replace manual flush mechanism with an auto flush if possible.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
[10/24/2024] This should be covered by the contractor.
Finding 191709 Main Photo

BFID: 194453

The baby changing table is not provided with a forward approach.

Baby changing tables must be provided with a forward approach. Knee and toe clearance shall be provided.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 902.2
A clear floor space complying with 305 positioned for a forward approach shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with 306 shall be provided.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 902.2
A clear floor space complying with Section 305, positioned for a forward approach, shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with Section 306 shall be provided.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 902.5.1
A clear floor space complying with Section 305, positioned for forward approach, shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with Section 306 shall be provided.

Recommendation:
Raise the baby changing station to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

Cafeteria

BFID: 191683

There is no International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA) symbol designating each accessible seating space within the dining area/s.

The International Symbol of Accessibility shall be the standard used to identify facilities that are accessible to and usable by physically disabled persons as set forth in these building standards and as specifically required in this section.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 216.3
Signs that provide direction to or information about interior spaces and facilities of the site shall comply with 703.5.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.1.2
Signs that provide direction to or information about interior spaces and facilities of the site shall comply with Section 703.2.

Recommendation:
Install signage to designate accessible seating.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 191685

The work surface is not within the allowable range.

The tops of work surfaces provided for public use or common use shall be 28 inches minimum and 34 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 902.3
The tops of dining surfaces and work surfaces shall be 28 inches (710 mm) minimum and 34 inches (865 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 902.4
The tops of dining surfaces and work surfaces shall be 28 inches (710 mm) minimum and 34 inches (865 mm) maximum in height above the floor.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 902.5.2
The tops of tables and counters shall be 26 inches (660 mm) minimum and 30 inches (760 mm) maximum above the floor.

Recommendation:
Lower the height of the counter.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Finding 191685 Main Photo
Additional Finding Photos
Finding 191685 Additional Photo

BFID: 191684

The dispenser is positioned too high for either a side or front approach.

Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.

Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.1
Reach ranges shall comply with 308.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 308.1
Reach ranges shall comply with Section 308.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install dispensers to compliance (48"). It appears that they can be adjusted down 1/2" easily.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

General - Interior

BFID: 191671

The hand sanitizer dispenser's operation mechanism is too high off the floor.

Dispensers must have all operable parts a maximum of 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the floor.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install dispenser to a compliant height.
Barrier Priority:
N/A
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 191682

The wall sign is mounted too low.

Tactile Characters on signs shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.10
Raised characters shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the lowest raised character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the highest raised character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.11
Where a sign containing raised I characters and braille is provided at a door, the sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is pro- I vided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is provided I at double doors with two active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right-hand door. Where there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing raised characters and braille shall be located so that a clear floor area 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the raised characters is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install the signs to the correct height.
Barrier Priority:
Low (4): Should be completed as soon as possible due to being a technical violation, but may not result in providing greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that are technically violations but provide a moderate to low increase in accessibility compared to the financial impact on the entity)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
[10/24/2024] Technically not required since informational
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 191848

The wall sign is mounted too low.

Tactile Characters on signs shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.10
Raised characters shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the lowest raised character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the highest raised character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.11
Where a sign containing raised I characters and braille is provided at a door, the sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is pro- I vided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is provided I at double doors with two active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right-hand door. Where there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing raised characters and braille shall be located so that a clear floor area 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the raised characters is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install the signs to the correct height.
Barrier Priority:
Low (4): Should be completed as soon as possible due to being a technical violation, but may not result in providing greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that are technically violations but provide a moderate to low increase in accessibility compared to the financial impact on the entity)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 194451

The wall sign is mounted too low.

Tactile Characters on signs shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.10
Raised characters shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the lowest raised character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the highest raised character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.11
Where a sign containing raised I characters and braille is provided at a door, the sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is pro- I vided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is provided I at double doors with two active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right-hand door. Where there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing raised characters and braille shall be located so that a clear floor area 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the raised characters is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install the signs to the correct height.
Barrier Priority:
Low (4): Should be completed as soon as possible due to being a technical violation, but may not result in providing greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that are technically violations but provide a moderate to low increase in accessibility compared to the financial impact on the entity)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 194461

The wall sign is mounted too low.

Tactile Characters on signs shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.10
Raised characters shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the lowest raised character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the highest raised character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.11
Where a sign containing raised I characters and braille is provided at a door, the sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is pro- I vided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is provided I at double doors with two active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right-hand door. Where there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing raised characters and braille shall be located so that a clear floor area 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the raised characters is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install the signs to the correct height.
Barrier Priority:
Low (4): Should be completed as soon as possible due to being a technical violation, but may not result in providing greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that are technically violations but provide a moderate to low increase in accessibility compared to the financial impact on the entity)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

Accessible Routes - Exterior

BFID: 191688

The operating hardware requires tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.

Hand-activated hardware, handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operating devices on accessible elements shall have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand and does not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5.0 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

Recommendation:
Install an automatic door opener at each set of doors. We will need 6 of these, 1 for the exterior and 1 for the interior (vestibule) at each group. Each set of auto doors needs an ISA sticker.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Finding 191688 Main Photo
Additional Finding Photos
Finding 191688 Additional Photo
Finding 191688 Additional Photo
Finding 191688 Additional Photo

BFID: 191689

The T-shaped or circular turning space has excessive slopes.

Surface slopes greater than 1:48 (2.08%) are not permitted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 304.2
Floor or ground surfaces of a turning space shall comply with 302. Changes in level are not permitted.

2010 ADAS Section 304.2 Exception
Slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 304.2
Floor surfaces of a turning space shall comply with Section 302. Changes in level are not permitted within the turning space.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 304.2 Exception
Slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.

Recommendation:
Adjust or repair the metal grate to achieve a slope of 2% or less.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 191690

The ramp does not have compliant handrails.

Handrails are required on both sides of all surfaces that are sloped greater than 5 percent (1:20). Handrails must be between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, must extend 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp and be parallel to the floor or ground surface. The diameter of the handrails must be between 1 1/4 inches and 2 inches in cross-sectional nominal dimension for circular handrails. Handrail gripping surfaces with a non-circular cross section shall have a perimeter dimension of 4 inches minimum and 6 1/4 inches maximum, and a cross-section dimension of 2 1/4 inches maximum. The space between handrails and walls must be 1 1/2 inches minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 505.1
Handrails provided along walking surfaces complying with 403, required at ramps complying with 405, and required at stairs complying with 504 shall comply with 505.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 505.1
Handrails required by Section 405.8 for ramps, or Section 504.6 for stairs, shall comply with Section 505.

Recommendation:
Add handrails.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
[10/24/2024] This may not be our property but the Broadmore's.
Corrected Condition:
Handrails were added to compliance.
Image of finding
Finding 191690 Corrected Photo

BFID: 191691

The required edge protection is missing from the ramp run and/or ramp landing.

Edge protection shall be provided on each side of ramp runs and at each side of ramp landings.

The floor or ground surface of the ramp run or landing shall extend 12 inches minimum beyond the inside face of a handrail or a curb or barrier shall be provided that prevents the passage of a 4-inch diameter sphere, where any portion of the sphere is within 4 inches of the finish floor or ground surface.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 405.9.1
The floor or ground surface of the ramp run or landing shall extend 12 inches (305 mm) minimum beyond the inside face of a handrail complying with 505.

2010 ADAS Section 405.9.2
A curb or barrier shall be provided that prevents the passage of a 4 inch (100 mm) diameter sphere, where any portion of the sphere is within 4 inches (100 mm) of the finish floor or ground surface.

2010 ADAS Section 405.9
Edge protection complying with 405.9.1 or 405.9.2 shall be provided on each side of ramp runs and at each side of ramp landings.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 405.9
Edge protection complying with Section 405.9.1 or 405.9.2 shall be provided on each side of ramp runs and at each side of ramp landings

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 405.9.2.2
Barriers shall be constructed so that the barrier prevents the passage of a 4-inch (100 mm) diameter sphere where any portion of the sphere is within 4 inches (100 mm) of the floor.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 405.9.1
The floor surface of the ramp run or ramp landing shall extend 12 inches (305 mm) minimum beyond the inside face of a railing complying with Section 505.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 405.9.2
A curb complying with Section 405.9.2.1 or a barrier complying with Section 405.9.2.2 shall be provided

Recommendation:
Add steel edging to fill the gaps as was done in other areas on the project.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
[10/24/2024] This may not be our property but the Broadmore's.
Corrected Condition:
Edge protection was added to compliance.
Image of finding
Finding 191691 Corrected Photo

BFID: 194442

The clear floor space required at the element is not flat (2% or 1:48 maximum slope) in all directions.

Changes in level are not permitted at required clear floor or ground space except that slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 305.2
Floor or ground surfaces of a clear floor or ground space shall comply with 302. Changes in level are not permitted.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 305.2
Floor surfaces of a clear floor space shall comply with Section 302. Changes in level are not permitted within the clear floor space. Section 305.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace asphalt to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 194443

The clear floor space required at the element is not flat (2% or 1:48 maximum slope) in all directions.

Changes in level are not permitted at required clear floor or ground space except that slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 305.2
Floor or ground surfaces of a clear floor or ground space shall comply with 302. Changes in level are not permitted.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 305.2
Floor surfaces of a clear floor space shall comply with Section 302. Changes in level are not permitted within the clear floor space. Section 305.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace asphalt to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 194444

The clear floor space required at the element is not flat (2% or 1:48 maximum slope) in all directions.

Changes in level are not permitted at required clear floor or ground space except that slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 305.2
Floor or ground surfaces of a clear floor or ground space shall comply with 302. Changes in level are not permitted.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 305.2
Floor surfaces of a clear floor space shall comply with Section 302. Changes in level are not permitted within the clear floor space. Section 305.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace asphalt to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 194448

The accessible path of travel has cross slopes greater than 2%.

Surface cross slopes shall not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of a walking surface shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace asphalt to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 194449

The post mounted element between poles is greater than 27 inches off the floor or ground.

Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches, the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches maximum or 80 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 307.3
Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons shall overhang circulation paths 12 inches (305 mm) maximum when located 27 inches (685 mm) minimum and 80 inches (2030 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches (305 mm), the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches (685 mm) maximum or 80 inches (2030 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

Recommendation:
Place a large boulder between posts for cane detection.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard
Additional Finding Photos
Finding 194449 Additional Photo

BFID: 194450

The walkway contains abrupt vertical edges and/or variations over a 1/2 inch.

1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less.

Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 303.3
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.

2010 ADAS Section 303.2
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be permitted to be vertical.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 303.3
Changes in level greater than 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) in height and not more than 1/2 inch (13 mm) maximum in height shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 303.2
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) maximum in height shall be permitted to be vertical.

Recommendation:
Grind to less than 1/2" bevel or cap the asphalt to level with the concrete.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 194464

The clear floor space required at the element is not flat (2% or 1:48 maximum slope) in all directions.

Changes in level are not permitted at required clear floor or ground space except that slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 305.2
Floor or ground surfaces of a clear floor or ground space shall comply with 302. Changes in level are not permitted.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 305.2
Floor surfaces of a clear floor space shall comply with Section 302. Changes in level are not permitted within the clear floor space. Section 305.

Recommendation:
Shim concrete slabs to achieve a compliant slope
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 194465

The clear floor space required at the element is not flat (2% or 1:48 maximum slope) in all directions.

Changes in level are not permitted at required clear floor or ground space except that slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 305.2
Floor or ground surfaces of a clear floor or ground space shall comply with 302. Changes in level are not permitted.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 305.2
Floor surfaces of a clear floor space shall comply with Section 302. Changes in level are not permitted within the clear floor space. Section 305.

Recommendation:
Shim concrete slabs to achieve a compliant slope
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 194466

The post mounted element between poles is greater than 27 inches off the floor or ground.

Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches, the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches maximum or 80 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 307.3
Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons shall overhang circulation paths 12 inches (305 mm) maximum when located 27 inches (685 mm) minimum and 80 inches (2030 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches (305 mm), the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches (685 mm) maximum or 80 inches (2030 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

Recommendation:
Lower the sign.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Finding 194466 Main Photo
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 194467

The walkway contains abrupt vertical edges and/or variations over a 1/2 inch.

1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less.

Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 303.3
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.

2010 ADAS Section 303.2
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be permitted to be vertical.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 303.3
Changes in level greater than 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) in height and not more than 1/2 inch (13 mm) maximum in height shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 303.2
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) maximum in height shall be permitted to be vertical.

Recommendation:
Grind to less than 1/2" bevel.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 194468

The clear floor space required at the element is not flat (2% or 1:48 maximum slope) in all directions.

Changes in level are not permitted at required clear floor or ground space except that slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 305.2
Floor or ground surfaces of a clear floor or ground space shall comply with 302. Changes in level are not permitted.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 305.2
Floor surfaces of a clear floor space shall comply with Section 302. Changes in level are not permitted within the clear floor space. Section 305.

Recommendation:
Shim concrete slabs to achieve a compliant slope
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 194469

The post mounted element between poles is greater than 27 inches off the floor or ground.

Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches, the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches maximum or 80 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 307.3
Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons shall overhang circulation paths 12 inches (305 mm) maximum when located 27 inches (685 mm) minimum and 80 inches (2030 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches (305 mm), the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches (685 mm) maximum or 80 inches (2030 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

Recommendation:
Lower the sign.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 194470

The post mounted element between poles is greater than 27 inches off the floor or ground.

Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches, the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches maximum or 80 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 307.3
Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons shall overhang circulation paths 12 inches (305 mm) maximum when located 27 inches (685 mm) minimum and 80 inches (2030 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches (305 mm), the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches (685 mm) maximum or 80 inches (2030 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

Recommendation:
Lower the sign.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 194471

The post mounted element between poles is greater than 27 inches off the floor or ground.

Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches, the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches maximum or 80 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 307.3
Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons shall overhang circulation paths 12 inches (305 mm) maximum when located 27 inches (685 mm) minimum and 80 inches (2030 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches (305 mm), the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches (685 mm) maximum or 80 inches (2030 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

Recommendation:
Lower the sign.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

Portable Restroom

BFID: 194441

The portable public restroom is not compliant.

If sanitary facilities are provided, they must be made accessible to persons with disabilities. If public restrooms are desired, It is recommended that the portable unit be replaced with a permanent built in compliant restroom. The utilization of an accessible portable unit may be a temporary solution and is not recommended as a permanent solution.
Citation:
2015 IBC Section 1109.2
Each toilet room and bathing room shall be accessible. Where a floor level is not required to be connected by an accessible route, the only toilet rooms or bathing rooms provided within the facility shall not be located on the inaccessible floor. Except as provided for in Sections 1109.2.2 and 1109.2.3, at least one of each type of fixture, element, control or dispenser in each accessible toilet room and bathing room shall be accessible.

2010 ADAS Section 213.1
Where toilet facilities and bathing facilities are provided, they shall comply with 213. Where toilet facilities and bathing facilities are provided in facilities permitted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 and 2 not to connect stories by an accessible route, toilet facilities and bathing facilities shall be provided on a story connected by an accessible route to an accessible entrance.

Recommendation:
Work with vendor to replace one of the non-accessible units with an accessible one.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Corrected Condition:
Standard portable restrooms were replaced with accessible units.
Image of finding
Finding 194441 Corrected Photo

Parking

BFID: 194445

The cross slopes (narrow dimension) and/or running slopes (long dimension) of the accessible stall exceeds 2%.

The running slope and the cross slope in an accessible parking stall and the access aisle must not exceed 2%.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.4
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 502.5
Parking spaces and access aisles shall comply with Section 302 and have surface slopes not steeper than 1: 48. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace asphalt to compliance
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard
Additional Finding Photos
Finding 194445 Additional Photo

BFID: 194446

The cross slopes (narrow dimension) and/or running slopes (long dimension) of the accessible stall exceeds 2%.

The running slope and the cross slope in an accessible parking stall and the access aisle must not exceed 2%.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.4
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 502.5
Parking spaces and access aisles shall comply with Section 302 and have surface slopes not steeper than 1: 48. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace asphalt to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 194447

The cross slopes (narrow dimension) and/or running slopes (long dimension) of the access aisle exceeds 2%.

The running slope and the cross slope in an accessible parking stall and the access aisle must not exceed 2%.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.4
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 502.5
Parking spaces and access aisles shall comply with Section 302 and have surface slopes not steeper than 1: 48. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace asphalt at the access aisle to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

Museum

BFID: 194458

There is no assistive listening system in the assembly area.

In each assembly area where audible communication is integral to the use of the space, an assistive listening system shall be provided.
Citation:
2015 IBC Section 1108.2.7
Each building, room or space used for assembly purposes where audible communications are integral to the use of the space shall have an assistive listening system.

2010 ADAS Section 219.2
In each assembly area where audible communication is integral to the use of the space, an assistive listening system shall be provided.

Recommendation:
Provide an audio narration option on all videos.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard
Additional Finding Photos
Finding 194458 Additional Photo

BFID: 194459

The wall sign is mounted too low.

Tactile Characters on signs shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.10
Raised characters shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the lowest raised character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the highest raised character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.11
Where a sign containing raised I characters and braille is provided at a door, the sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is pro- I vided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is provided I at double doors with two active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right-hand door. Where there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing raised characters and braille shall be located so that a clear floor area 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the raised characters is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install the sign to the correct height.
Barrier Priority:
Low (4): Should be completed as soon as possible due to being a technical violation, but may not result in providing greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that are technically violations but provide a moderate to low increase in accessibility compared to the financial impact on the entity)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Finding 194459 Main Photo
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

Gift Shop

BFID: 194460

The wall sign is mounted too low.

Tactile Characters on signs shall be located 48 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character. Mounting location shall be determined so that a person may approach within 3 inches of signage without encountering protruding objects and shall be located so that a clear floor space of 18 inches minimum by 18 inches minimum, centered on the tactile Characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 703.4.1
Tactile characters on signs shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured from the baseline of the highest tactile character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.10
Raised characters shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the lowest raised character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the highest raised character.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 703.3.11
Where a sign containing raised I characters and braille is provided at a door, the sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is pro- I vided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on the inactive leaf. Where a sign containing raised characters and braille is provided I at double doors with two active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right-hand door. Where there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing raised characters and braille shall be located so that a clear floor area 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the raised characters is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-install the sign to the correct height.
Barrier Priority:
Low (4): Should be completed as soon as possible due to being a technical violation, but may not result in providing greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that are technically violations but provide a moderate to low increase in accessibility compared to the financial impact on the entity)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard

BFID: 194462

The water bottle filler controls in the gift shop require tight grasping, tight pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.

Controls and operating mechanisms shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate controls shall be no greater than 5 pounds of force.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 309.4
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5.0 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.

Recommendation:
Replace controls to compliance. Consider a paddle lever.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding

BFID: 194463

The element is not positioned correctly for either a side or front approach.

Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel or front approach and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground and the low side reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

2010 ADAS Section 308.3.1
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the floor.

2009 ANSI A117.1 Section 308.3.1
Where a clear floor space complying with Section 305 allows a parallel approach to an element and the edge of the clear floor space is 10 inches (255 mm) maximum from the element, the high side reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the floor.

Recommendation:
Contact vendor to see if there are software updates that will move the touch screen controls to the bottom of the screen for accessibility.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Pikes Peak Enterprise
Notes:
N/A
Image of finding
Image that depicts the citation requirements of the code or standard