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Plan Reviews
What is an Accessibility
Plan Review?
An accessibility plan review is the study of a proposed
building plan(s) that is done to determine a defined level of
accessibility. Beginning with the site plan and progressing through
the plans, elevations, sections and details, a trained specialist(s)
identify items that are assets or deficits in the accessibility
of the environment. Depending on the type of audit, the report(s)
provided may range from a few pages to a comprehensive package
including reference architectural drawings and further referrals.
The report serves as a guide to achieve desired accessibility
goals for the final building. An accessibility plan review is
the first step in creating an environment that is inviting, safer
and easier to use.
What are the Different Types
of Accessibility Audits?
There are many types of accessibility audits. Audits
may be focused on a certain type of disability or a certain area
of the building. There are several different levels of accessibility
standards set by a variety of different recognized organizations
and authorities. For example, a simple code conformance audit
will determine if a building meets the current Ontario Building
Code (OBC) requirements. To realize a setting that goes beyond
the minimal building code requirements, a universal design audit
strives to offer an environment that is more inviting for all
users.
How is a typical Accessibility
Plan Review Conducted?
| Step 1 |
- Initial consultation and meeting to determine the scope
of review required
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| Step 2 |
- Submission of a written proposal outlining the scope,
and estimated cost
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| Step 3 |
- Depending on the scope of your project, our work can
begin with program recommendations and continue to the
review of plans and specifications at the design development
& then working drawing stages
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| Step 4 |
- Present findings and submit report(s) at the end of
each design phase or as agreed
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What will be in the Report?
The content of the report(s) will depend on the
type and extent of audit that the client requests. The following
is a list of items that might be included:
- Scope of review - description of the purpose of the report.
- Code and Guidelines Summary - relevant codes and guidelines
that require compliance.
- Review results - that summarizes assets and deficits.
- Recommendations - list of products or changes to present plans
to meet desired accessibility.
Cost of an Accessibility Plan Review?
The cost of an accessibility plan review will depend on the scope
of the audit requested. A simple audit to determine if the plan
meets Ontario Plan Code (OBC) requirements can typically be relatively
inexpensive. An audit that considers the full range of future
building users or a report that contains design solutions and
higher accessibility standards would be more expensive.
February, 2003
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