Albany Institute of History & Art | Inclusive Rec Database

APPROACH: ParkingBack Parking Lot

Type of parking assessed:

(If both are present, assess the agency parking)

Agency

Parking spaces are:

Lined

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)

Yes

Number of designated accessible spaces:

(If unlined, approximate number of accessible spaces)

2 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

104 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

2 spaces

Width of access aisles:

102 inches

Distance from parking to entrance:

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

26 feet

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

Paved pebbles

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

2 %

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

83 inches

ENTER: EntrancesBack Entrance

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

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

No

Is a ramp provided?

N/A

Type of door:

Manual
Automatic

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

118 inches

Clear open width of door:

37 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

8 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Push plate

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

55 inches

ENTER: EntrancesFront Entrance

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

No

Are there stairs to gain entry?

No

Is a ramp provided?

N/A

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

120 inches

Clear open width of door:

37 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

7 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Push plate

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

49 inches

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAdmissions Desk

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lt?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

Cement tiles

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

0 %

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

68 inches

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

Yes

Height of counter:

44 inches

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

No

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

Yes

Is signage clear in registration area?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering)

No

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletGround Floor Restroom

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

Carpet/Cement tiles

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

0 %

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

53 inches

Is a single use restroom provided?

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

No

Restroom assessed:

Female

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 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

5 1/2 pounds

Handle type entering:

Lever

Handle type exiting:

Lever

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

45 inches

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

No

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

Yes

Is the center line of the toilet positioned 16"-18" from the nearest side wall?

Yes

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

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

19 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

Height of sink:

32 1/2 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

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

28 1/2 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

No

Location of soap dispensers:

Sink

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

52 inches

USE: Elevator(s)Elevator

Is an elevator provided to access recreation areas on other floors?

Yes

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

carpet

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

0 %

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

56 inches

Elevator control panel height:

45 inches

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

Tactile
Visual

Elevator door width:

38 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:

88 inches x 70 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

USE: StairsStairs

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

Cement tiles

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

0 %

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

67 inches

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

No

Has handrail

Yes

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingBack Parking Lot

ENTER: EntrancesBack Entrance

ENTER: EntrancesFront Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAdmissions Desk

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletGround Floor Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingBack Parking Lot

ENTER: EntrancesBack Entrance

ENTER: EntrancesFront Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAdmissions Desk

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletGround Floor Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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