Chapter 11A — HOUSING ACCESSIBILITY
Section 1114A — EXTERIOR RAMPS AND LANDINGS ON ACCESSIBLE ROUTES
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1114A.1 Width. ¶
1114A.1 Width. The clear width of ramps shall be consistent with the requirements in Chapter 10 of this code, but in no case shall be less than 48 inches (1219 mm) Handrails may project into the required clear width of the ramp at each side 3 [ 1] / 2 inches (89 mm) maximum at the handrail height. Curbs, wheel guides and/or appurtenances shall not project into the required clear width of ramps. Exception: The clear width of ramps serving accessible entrances to covered multifamily dwellings with an occupant load of 10 or less may be 36 inches (914 mm) minimum between handrails. Note: See…
1114A.2 Slope. ¶
1114A.2 Slope. The maximum slope of ramps on an accessible route shall be no greater than 1 unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (8.33- percent slope). Transitions from ramps to walks, gutters or streets shall be flush and free of abrupt changes. Exception: Ramps serving decks, patios or balconies as specified in Section 1132A.4. 1114A.2.1 Cross slope. The cross slope of ramp surfaces shall be no greater than 1 unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2.083-percent slope).
1114A.3 Outdoor ramps. ¶
1114A.3 Outdoor ramps. Outdoor ramps, ramp landings and their approaches shall be designed so that water will not accumulate on the walking surface.
1114A.4 Landings. Ramp landings shall be level and comply with this section. ¶
1114A.4 Landings. Ramp landings shall be level and comply with this section. 1114A.4.1 Location of landings. Landings shall be provided at the top and bottom of each ramp. Intermediate landings shall be provided at intervals not exceeding 30 inches (762 mm) of vertical rise and at each change of direction. Landings are not considered in determining the maximum horizontal distance of each ramp. Note: Examples of ramp dimensions are: SLOPE<br(Grading %)MAXIMUM RISE<br(Inches)MAXIMUM HORIZONTAL PROJECTION<br(Feet) --------- SLOPE<br(Grading %)(x 25.4 for mm)(x 304.8 for mm) 1:12 (8.33%)3030 1:15…
1114A.5 Ramp height. ¶
1114A.5 Ramp height. Ramps more than 30 inches (762 mm) above the adjacent floor or ground and open on one or both sides shall be provided with guardrails as required by Section 1013. Guardrails shall be continuous from the top of the ramp to the bottom of the ramp.
1114A.6 Ramp handrails. ¶
1114A.6 Ramp handrails. 1114A.6.1 Where required. Handrails shall be provided at each side of ramps when the slope exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units hori- zontal (5-percent slope). Exceptions: 1. Curb ramps. 2. Ramps that serve an individual dwelling unit may have one handrail, except that ramps open on one or both sides shall have handrails provided on the open side or sides. 3. Ramps at exterior door landings with less than 6 inches (152 mm) rise or less than 72 inches (1829 mm) in length. 1114A.6.2 Handrail configuration. 1114A.6.2.1 Handrail heights. The top of handrails shall be 34 to…
1114A.7 Edge protection. ¶
1114A.7 Edge protection. Ramps and ramp landings shall be provided with a continuous and uninterrupted barrier on each side along the entire length in compliance with ramp provisions located in Chapter 10. (See Figure 11A-5A.) Note: Extended floors or ground surfaces, as permitted in Chapter 10, are not allowed for ramps and ramp landings part of an acces- sible route. on Jul 18, 2025 11:14 AM (CDT) THEREUNDER. HOUSING ACCESSIBILITY