ADA requirements

Started by alxbklyn

over 6 years ago

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Hello - I have a question about ADA door clearances. I am doing a renovation and was told by my architect that ADA regulations require door clearances be 32". But because my doors will only open to 90-degrees, that due to thickness of door, that we will need to put in 34" or 36" doors to meet this clearance. I've been told by my contractor that 34" doors are custom and thus very $$$ (I'm doing a 4-panel door) and to go with 36" wide door. But that seems like overkill as far as what is necessary or what looks good, especially in a small NYC apt. Architect says I can put in narrower doors, but must be willing to renovate to make them ADA compliant in the future if I sell and a buyer requests this. Just curious whether others have experience making these decisions. Thanks!

Response by Primer05

over 6 years ago

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Alxbklyn

34" and 36" doors are not custom. If you are going with a 4 door panel it might cost an extra $25.00 per door.

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Response by FuriniArchitects

over 6 years ago

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Member since: Aug 2019

Hi,

Your Architect is correct regarding the 32” requirement. The ADA code requires a 32” clear opening for wheelchair accessibility. If your door opens to 90 degrees, the door/hinges will reduce this width to less than 32”. That being said ADA accessibility is not always required depending on your situation. For instance, if you are just renovating an apartment for your own use, most of the time it is not required. I trust your Architect to know if ADA compliance is required for your particular situation. If door clearances are not an issue, the choice between 34” and 36” just comes down to a small price difference vs aesthetic.

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