Steinway Branch Queens Library | Inclusive Rec Database

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

Comments/additional information about transportation:

: Buses Q69, Q101. Q19, and M60 all stop a block away from the site at Ditmars Boulevard and 31st street. The Q and N trains stop two blocks away at 31st street between Ditmars and 23rd Avenue.

APPROACH: ParkingSteinway Branch Queens Library

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

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)

0 spaces

Distance from parking to entrance:

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

30 feet

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

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

concrete and pavement

Comments/additional information about parking and route of travel to entrance:

The library is in an urban shopping district, which only allows for local street parking.

ENTER: EntrancesMain Designated Accessible Entrance

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

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Yes

Step count

1 stairs

Handrail type

tubular

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

42 inches

If yes, slope of ramp (at its steepest incline):

5 %

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

concrete and pavement

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

tubular

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

136 inches

Clear open width of door:

32 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

8 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Pull
Push/Pull Paddle/Bar

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

22 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

The main entrance is the only entrance and exit. It has two sets of doors. Directly in front of the library, there are no curb cuts that would allow for an accessible route of travel. Someone using a wheelchair would either need to be helped up the curb or travel to the corner to use the pedestrian ramp.

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:

pavement, concrete and carpet

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

Yes

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:

The reception area is directly in front of the main entrance.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletDesignated Accessible Unisex Restroom

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:

carpet and pavement

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)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

34 3/4 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

5 pounds

Handle type entering:

Lever

Handle type exiting:

Lever

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

24 inches

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

N/A

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free floor space in stall/toilet area:

60 inches x 60 inches

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

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

18 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

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

60 inches x 60 inches

Height of sink:

36 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

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

10 1/2 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

53 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

57 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

The designated accessible rest room is a single use room, which is why there are no stalls. The rest room is extremely spacious for one person.

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingSteinway Branch Queens Library

ENTER: EntrancesMain Designated Accessible Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletDesignated Accessible Unisex Restroom

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingSteinway Branch Queens Library

ENTER: EntrancesMain Designated Accessible Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletDesignated Accessible Unisex Restroom

Notes about physical inclusion

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