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The Restaurant
We'll use a fictitious restaurant to help you understand the fundamentals of the ADA Architectural Guidelines.
Accessible Parking Space
Parking spaces should be wide, flat, and have an access aisle that can accommodate a wheelchair ramp from a van. A curb ramp should be available to help a wheelchair transition to the sidewalk.
Entrance Doors
The landing at the entry door should be flat and the door easy to open and wide.
Takeout Counters
The take-out counter should not be high and the point of sale device should be reachable.
Paths of Travel
Circulation aisles should be wide and clear, allowing the disabled customer access to the restroom and exit doors.
Indoor Dining
Some (not all) wheelchair users require tables that have clear space below.
Condiments Bar
Items at the condiments bar should be reachable.
The Bar Experience
A wheelchair user should be able to enjoy the bar experience.
Outdoor Patio Dining
The outdoor dining areas should also be accessible.
Restroom Sink
The seat liner, soap dispenser, towel, and faucet should be within reach. The mirror should be sufficiently low to be usable and the sink should have clear space below it.
Side Transfer
Rear and side grab bars are necessary for transfer.
Front Transfer
The grab bars should be mounted at a proper height.
The Restroom Door
The exit door to the restroom should have an easy to use handle for opening, an easy to use lock, and not require excessive force to open.
Exiting the Restroom
Trash cans and other obstructions should be placed away from the door, as the customer needs to position the wheelchair at a certain angle to be able to pull on the door and exit.
The ADA Standards
Please refer to the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design, available at this link : https://www.ada.gov/assets/_pdfs/2010-design-standards.pdf