University at Buffalo Center for the Arts

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

Does transportation serve area or facility?

Yes

If yes, type of transportation available:

Public

If yes, does transportation accommodate a person using a wheelchair?

Yes

APPROACH: ParkingUniversity at Buffalo Center for the Arts

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

Yes

If yes, are the spaces clearly marked with upright signs designating them as accessible?

(International symbol of accessibility or clear wording)

N/A

Number of designated accessible spaces:

(If unlined, approximate number of accessible spaces)

8 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

96 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

8 spaces

Distance from parking to entrance:

(If no designated accessible parking, measure distance from middle of parking lot/area to entrance)

293 feet

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from parking to entrance?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

concrete, pavement

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

2 1/2 %

Width of route of travel (at its narrowest point):

36 inches

ENTER: EntrancesMain Front Entrance

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Step count

0 stairs

Handrail type

not applicable

Is a ramp provided?

N/A

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

not applicable

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Automatic

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

48 inches

Clear open width of door:

31 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Comments/additional information about entrance:

There are automatic doors, on both sides of main entrance, but they do not have the international sign of accessibility posted on the door. The agency is planning to post signage on the door soon.

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to registration/check-in area?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

carpet

Is the registration/reception/check-in counter easily located?

Yes

Height of counter:

35 1/2 inches

If counter is higher than 36", is a fold-out shelf available?

N/A

Is the registration area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering? (60" circle)

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in registration area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Is signage clear in registration area?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering)

Yes

Comments/additional information about reception/registration/check-in area:

There are four counters that are 42 inches high, and another that is 35.5 inches high.

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletunisex/family restroom located in lower level locker room A

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

concrete, carpet, tile

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Yes

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

N/A

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

32 inches

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Yes

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

Yes

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

21 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

Height of sink:

34 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

15 inches

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

35 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

65 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

This is a unisex restroom and dressing room used by performers.

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance to elevator?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

carpet

Elevator control panel height:

45 inches

Methods of communication for elevator controls: (check all that are present)

Audible
Visual

Elevator door width:

41 1/2 inches

Does elevator have a sensor that reopens the door or does door stay open at least 20 seconds?

Yes

Size (clear space) of elevator car:

59 inches x 80 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

Comments/additional information about the elevator:

There is another elevator to access changing rooms for performers. The controls are 49” high and the car is 68”x82”.

USE: StairsStairs

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from the entrance to this area?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

tile, carpet

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

Has handrail

Yes

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingUniversity at Buffalo Center for the Arts

ENTER: EntrancesMain Front Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletunisex/family restroom located in lower level locker room A

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingUniversity at Buffalo Center for the Arts

ENTER: EntrancesMain Front Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletunisex/family restroom located in lower level locker room A

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

University at Buffalo Center for the Arts
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